I mucked up big time-flight to Glasgow instead of Malaga!

jackieglasgow

We were at the cinema today, and I had a look at the Etap, (right next door!) they let me see a room, and you're right they are a bit tight. It's in a good location though. The other place was the EuroHostel but it would be an 8 person room which is quite dear for the weekend, nearly £400. I'll ask at work this week if anyone has any ideas.

baabaachi

Just to add insult to injury my husband run for a bus today and slipped on a sandwich that someone had left on the pavement :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh: and thinks he has broken something.


:rotfl:



Thanks for taking the time to do that for me jackieglasgow :T

baabaachi

I have emailed a number of places - they are either too far away, too expensive or look like an old people's home lol

Dr.Shoe_2

One of the best weekends of my life was in Scotland. Everyone was so friendly and hospitable.

I really admire Baabaachi's attitude: When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!

jackieglasgow

Baabaachi, I had what I hope is a stroke of genius (even if I say so myself!) Gumtree. Found this one to start you off http://glasgow.gumtree.com/glasgow/39/50831839.html

or this http://glasgow.gumtree.com/glasgow/34/53815534.html
and this http://www.glasgowcityflats.co.uk/apartments.html

I'll let you dig the rest out! I can't resist a search on Google!

Also found a company called Windsor flats, they have a couple, you'll need to email for info.

baabaachi

jackieglasgow wrote: »

Baabaachi, I had what I hope is a stroke of genius (even if I say so myself!) Gumtree. Found this one to start you off http://glasgow.gumtree.com/glasgow/39/50831839.html

or this http://glasgow.gumtree.com/glasgow/34/53815534.html
and this http://www.glasgowcityflats.co.uk/apartments.html

I'll let you dig the rest out! I can't resist a search on Google!

Also found a company called Windsor flats, they have a couple, you'll need to email for info.

I've tried all those over the past few days - they are around £97 a night - where it advertises a low amount per week (£250) that's for 2 people.

I saw a lovely apartment but when I mentioned the area husband raised his eyebrows - Pollockshields - is it advisable to stay there (not wanting to offend anyone by the way )

Snippa

Someone husband knows suggested Falkirk or Hamilton as a base

Gah! No :eek:

Glasgow is an great city to spend time in, and there are loads of great places within a short distance - the West Coast, for example, is beautiful and can be accessed by bus, or renting a car. Loads of islands are close by, Loch Lomond is close enough to cycle to - I did it in 3 hours, and I'm not very fit.

Falkirk and Hamilton are OK but you wouldn't want to be on holiday in either of them.

Glasgow is also a pretty child friendly place, with loads of nice cafes and places that are always full of families.

Horrible story about the flights, but I'm pretty sure you'll have a good time in Glasgow - just hope it doesn't rain the whole week.

baabaachi

Snippa wrote: »

Gah! No :eek:

Glasgow is an great city to spend time in, and there are loads of great places within a short distance - the West Coast, for example, is beautiful and can be accessed by bus, or renting a car. Loads of islands are close by, Loch Lomond is close enough to cycle to - I did it in 3 hours, and I'm not very fit.

Falkirk and Hamilton are OK but you wouldn't want to be on holiday in either of them.

Glasgow is also a pretty child friendly place, with loads of nice cafes and places that are always full of families.

Neither of us drive and for some reason all 3 of my kids have never learned how to ride bikes (how embarrasing is that!!!) both me and husband can cycle - perhaps we can get 1 of those Butlins cyles that 3 people could ride with the canopy over the top - anyone remember them in the 1970's?


He doesn't want the caravan park so I definitely need to find a Glasgow based apartment.

ceebeeby

Just found this thread, thank goodness you decided against Wemyss Bay - there's nothing there, except a fish and chip shop!!!!

Hee-hee, I'll house swap with you, if you pay for me to go to Malaga (joking!!)

Was going to suggest this: http://www.theweecampercompany.co.uk/ but then noticed neither of you drive.

Will have a think ... it's definitely an apartment or something like that you need, as a hotel would be much more expensive than your budget.

Emma_M_2

How about this it says its a 10 minute bus drive from edinburgh city centre, cant post links still so if you follow these steps you should find it,

google: preloved

Look under the holidays & travel and click on accommodation

click on uk

then search in the keywords: edinburgh

then its the second one down titled

penthouse apartment in edinburgh for short term and holiday lets