Scotland Bound

It may be my Pictou County roots but the short few days I spent in Scotland a few years ago really gave me a great desire to return to this beautiful country.

Westjet offered introductory fares last winter for their upcoming 2014 summer/fall flights direct from St. John’s to Dublin. I’ve been in the travel business for quite a few years and have never seen a deal like this one to get you across the pond! My friend Lisa was on board for a trip and we booked and have been planning for quite some time. We arranged for a separate flight from Dublin to Edinburgh. Although she may dump her travel agent after this long layover in Dublin!

The flight from St. John’s to Dublin is only 4 hours 20 minutes with great connections from Halifax. I’ve heard all summer the flights were pretty near full and our flight only had one open seat. Great to see Westjet take on this new route and looks like they will be looking at doing next season but I’d guess the fares will not be as good as this 1st year, but hopefully still very competitive.

We’re starting off our journey in Edinburgh, complete with a food walking tour around the city. Then heading out on 3 day tour to the Isle of Skye and the Highlands. I’ve never done an organized tour before, other than work related. I’m very excited but also think a 3 day tour will suit me just fine for a first timer, I may be surprised and love the whole tour experience.

Looking forward to the next 10 days!