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Scotland the BestEdinburgh
The Famous Grouse of this site points his beak toward Edinburgh (scroll down to the link for "Scotland the Best" guide). As always, he knows where to stay, where to eat, and the must-do sites, beaches, and activities. Does that grouse ever rest?
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A Guide to the Best Pubs in Edinburgh
Boasting over 400 pub listings and over 200 reviews, this site is the behemoth of Edinburgh pub sites. Choose a location, or look through "Favourites." Pub listings includ address, informative descriptions, Web site links and some photos.
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AA Guide: Where to Eat
This site reviews and rates (1 to 3 rosettes) restaurants in Edinburgh. Search by location or name, and you'll get reviews maps, contact info, and more. If you believe the critic, the Peat Inn is divine.
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Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel: Edinburgh
Arthur Frommers not shy, and hes got lots to say about the Athens of the North. Sure, hed like to sell you his guides, but the insider info here on lodging, dining and the like makes it worth your while.
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Edinburgh Pub Tour
You can wait for this site to load its ultra-cool pages to visit Edinburghs top historic, architectural, and party pubs, or you can go harvest the grain and brew your own. Takes about the same amount of time.
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EdWeb
Edinburghs eclectic flavor is indeed reflected at EdWeb. Weather forecasts, a history of cheesemaking, and a guide to street name derivations render typical tourist tips and historical hoopla.
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Fodor's Restaurant Index: Edinburgh
If youre in the mood to eat in Edinburgh, Fodors does it once again with this simple Scottish restaurant finder. Someone told you not to miss Merchants? No problem, find the address, hours, and menu right here.
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Edinburgh & Lothians Tourist Board
This official Edinburgh guide offers an overview of the city, coast and countryside. Link to accommodations and restaurant searches, events and festivals, and more. Each section offers a search with description-light listings of each topic.
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The Ultimate Guide to Edinburgh
This overview of the burgh offers two gems: a guide to cybercafes and some insiders dos and donts. You can surf the Net from Princes Street, but beware the shakes at Burger King.
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A Tour of the City of Edinburgh
Take a virtual tour of Edinburgh as youve never seen it--by aerial and satellite pictures! Research the geographical history of the citys parks, mountains, and hills. Talk about learning from the ground up.
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Edinburgh Latin/Hispanic Music & Dance Service
Are you ready to RUMmmba? Evidently, Edinburgh is quite the Mecca of Latin dance. This service provides a calendar of events, venues, bands, and classes. You can samba with the Scots till the cows come home!
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