Its not the accent, it's the Scottish that will have you saying "excuse me" every few minutes. You "fit out" your house or a picnic basket but "kit out" yourself when going to a party.
The "Tattoo" that was beginning as we leave Edinburgh has nothing to do with needles and ink. Instead, for three weeks 12,000 people will gather daily to watch 1,000 military musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world perform at the base of Edinburgh castle. Recognize our piper?
Need something more contemporary? The Fringe Festival, the worlds largest annual art festival, runs during the same time. Dozens of comedy and mostly avant guard and nearly free theater performances are available daily. Art exhibitions and a book festival offer something for everyone.
Want something in between? The Edinburgh Festival offers several weeks of classical music, dance and ballet.
Bottom line - although we enjoyed Glasgow, Edinburgh is the place to be, at least in August. But book ahead. There's a lot "on".
PS. Haggis, a wee bit is a tasty addition to any meal. But, like hot dogs, just don't think too much about how or what there made of.
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