Aberdeen the Granite City is Scotlands third largest city. The local economy rests upon tourism and the off shore oil industry. It is nestled between renowned Salmon fishing rivers of the Don and the Dee.
Beautiful Aberdeenshire boasts many golf courses and centres for activity holidays.
Getting there:
- ROAD - Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes by road from Edinburgh using the A90 Forth Road Bridge and M90 Motorway to Perth the A90 to Aberdeen via Dundee. 2 hours 30 minutes by road from Glasgow using the M80 (A80) M80 to Stirling and the M9 (A9) to Perth and the A90 to Aberdeen via Dundee. For coach journeys visit National Express Coaches
- RAIL - The East Coast mainlines from Kings Cross, London and the Far North Line from Inverness. Planning your rail journey is possible using Network Rail
- AIR - from 40 European destinations directly to Aberdeen International Airport. To check flight timetables and book tickets BAA - Aberdeen Airport official site
Travelling within Aberdeen is possible by a good bus service
WHATS ON
For clear up-to-date information on local events, exhibitions and places to visit, see http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/acc/Whatson/default.asp and http://www.agtb.org/
Museum Aberdeen
The marishal museum is the second largest granite building in the world and is situated in the grounds of the university of Aberdeen. The collections are fine art, numismatics (coins and medals), Scottish history and archaeology, European, Mediterranean and near eastern archaeology and non-western ethnography.
Entry is free but has limited disabled access as it is on the second floor.
Open Mon - Fri, 10:00 - 1700.
Sundays 1400 - 1700
Duthie Park Gardens
Established in 1873 Duthie gardens houses the largest collection of horticulture in Europe with many rare species and impressive conservatories full of unusual collections. There is good disabled access and conducted tours can be arranged. There is a licensed restaurant.
Admission is free and Duthie Park is open 7 days a week.
Loirston Country Park
Loirston Country Park is a recreation area situated on the North Sea coast road just south of the city of Aberdeen. Paths are suitable for cycling, running and walking. Activities and events are geared towards fishing, bird-watching etc.
Doonies Farm Rare Breeds Centre
Doonies Farm has the largest collection of rare breeds in the country. This collection includes horses, cattle, pigs, goats and poultry. Doonies is found between the bay of Nigg and the cove village on the old coast road. There is a childrens play area and picnic area.
Open Daily: 1000 - 1800 (summer)
1000 - 1545 (winter)
Tel: 01224 523400
Elrick Hill Country Park
Guided walks through rolling hills and Scottish moorland.
Aberdeen Airport
AIR - From 40 European destinations directly to Aberdeen International Airport. To check flight timetables and book tickets BAA - Aberdeen Airport official site
Castle Fraser
Castle Fraser built by between 1575 and 1636 is located in Inverurie. It holds corporate and wedding functions as well as operating guided tours around one of the finest castles in the area. It houses 17 century works of art and its grounds has a tea room, picnic site and an adventure playground. Telephone 01330 833463.
Drum Castle
Drum castle is possible one o the oldest castles in Scotland and is on the itinery of the Chatelaines Scottish Castles trail. It was bequeathed to the National trust by the 24 Laird of Drum in 1975, Henry Quentin Forbes Irvine having been in the Irvine family for longer than 650 years. The Castle of Drum houses superb furnishings and paintings. The tower dates from the 11th Century and later additions to the castle include a medieval keep and a Jacobean mansion house. There are extensive grounds and gardens, a childrens play area and a tearoom. The Castle is open daily from April to September and the Gardens remain open throughout the year.
Story Book Glen Theme Park
Story Book Glen Lovely theme park, especially for young children who can enjoy the characters from nursery rhymes. Toddlers are particularly well accommodated on this 28 acre site. Open daily from March to October and weekends during the winter season. Maryculter - Aberdeen, 01224-732941
Balmedie Country and Beach Park
Balmedie Country Park is on the Aberdeen coast north of Aberdeen. There is large area of Beach with boardwalk access over the sands. As well Childrens play area and picnic tables are a relaxing way to enjoy the park which is open all year round during the hours of daylight. Admission is free but there are parking charges throughout the summer months.
How to make a booking
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How to cancel a reservation
To cancel a reservation in Aberdeen you need to check the confirmation email sent to you on making a reservation. We use several agents and networks and each have differences in their cancellation policies - as do individual hotels - so you will need to check. Please note a cancellation charge may apply, depending on how far in advance you make the cancellation.
Hotel Ratings Explained
The star and diamond ratings reflect the level of service and facilities that you can expect. Hotels and guest houses must meet specific standards which get progressively higher as they move up the scale from one to five.
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Hotel Ratings:-
1 Star - Simple accommodation with limited facilities and services. A high standard of cleanliness throughout. A restaurant/eating area and at least 75% of bedrooms will have en-suite or private facilities.
2 Star - More facilities in bedrooms, with en-suite/private bathroom and a colour TV. Restaurant/eating area for breakfast and dinner. A lift is normally available
3 Star - Standards are higher again with facilities including larger public areas and bedrooms, a receptionist, room service, laundry.
4 Star - Accommodation offering superior comfort and quality. All bedrooms with en-suite bath, shower and WC. Spacious and well appointed public areas. Room service for all meals and 24 hour drinks, refreshments and snacks. Dry cleaning service available. More emphasis on food and drink. Excellent customer service.
5 Star - Spacious and luxurious establishment offering the highest international quality of accommodation, facilities, services and cuisine. There will be a range of extra facilities. You will feel very well cared for by professional, attentive staff providing flawless guest services.
Guest Accommodation Ratings:-
1 Diamond - Clean and comfortable accommodation with functional decor. A full cooked or continental breakfast.
2 Diamond - As above but with a good overall level of quality and customer care in all areas.
3 Diamond - A better overall level of quality. A good choice of quality items available for breakfast. Any other meals provided will be freshly cooked. Increased levels of customer care.
4 Diamond - Further improved levels of quality in all areas showing good levels of attention to customer needs.
5 Diamond - Excellent overall levels of quality and service with ample room and a degree of luxury. Breakfast will offer a wide choice of high quality, fresh ingredients. Other meals where provided, will include fresh, seasonal local ingredients. Excellent levels of customer care anticipating customer needs.
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