As we head towards New Year's Eve and the terrific Hogmanay celebrations in Edinburgh, it made me think of the various stories I've written about the Scottish capital in the last twelve months or so. When you're not out partying to see in the New Year, you'll still need to know what else there is to see, where to stay and where to eat. So here's some information for you:
This was aimed at people going to Edinburgh for the 2008 Six Nations Championships, but it applies any time.
Where to Stay in Edinburgh: Budget Options
I wrote this to help people plan the 2007 Rugby World Cup, but it's useful for Hogmanay too
Where to Stay in Edinburgh: Expensive and Mid-Range Choices
Also done for the Rugby World Cup, with a few select hotel choices in the mid-range and more expensive categories.
Read a Guide to the Eccentric Side of Edinburgh
Review of the Edinburgh title in Bradt's excellent Eccentric Guides series.
A guide to Holyroodhouse, the Queen's official Scottish residence.
A visitor guide to one of the city's top attractions.
The Best Whisky Dining in Edinburgh
How you can dine in the Scotch Malt Whisky Society's private dining room in Edinburgh.
Refers to the 2007 Edinburgh Ghost Fest but the website link is there.
The Pet Shop Boys were playing last Hogmanay in Edinburgh, and you can read another blog about planning a visit..
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But most important of all, here's what's happening for Edinburgh's Hogmanay for New Year's Eve 2007 and New Year's Day 2008.
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