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Currently undergoing an urban renaissance, Scotland's largest city has experienced both dramatic decline and upswing. When Britain ruled over an empire, Glasgow pronounced itself Second City of the Empire. Steamships were built here, and great thinkers, such as Lord Kelvin and James Watt, tested their groundbreaking theories. But by the middle of the 20th century, the city's slums were notorious. "All Glasgow needs," said an architecture pundit,"is a bath and a little loving care." Today it has received both: trendy stores, a booming cultural life, and stylish restaurants reinforce Glasgow's claim to be Scotland's most exciting city.
Glasgow Hotels
Over the next few years, tourism officials say, the city will add about 2,400 rooms. New on the horizon is the Hamilton Hotel, a luxury property in the...read more
Glasgow Restaurants
The key to the latest trend in Glaswegian cuisine is fresh, local, often organic ingredients. In the past few years restaurants have been popping up that...read more
Things To Do in Glasgow
As cities go, Glasgow is contained and compact. It's...read more
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Glasgow Experiences
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Design and architecture: The ambitious Victorians left a legacy of striking architecture, and Glasgow's buildings manifest the city's enduring... Read more
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Not so long ago, the furniture of innovative Glasgow-born architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928) was broken up for firewood. Today art... Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day
Because Scotland has so many islands, ferry services are of paramount importance. Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Whether it's a loop ride on a steam train or a practical means for getting from Amsterdam to Brussels, Read more
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Best of the Best
The year 2011 is almost upon us so we've rounded up nine cities around the globe that celebrate the New Read more
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If you are looking for a place to quench your thirst and experience a true local Irish pub while in Belfast then a visit to The Glory Hole Bar may be a treat for you.
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The howling wind makes for great scenery and white capped crashing waves as I begin my early morning drive from Port Stuart to Belfast along The Coastal Causeway Route.
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