@ Edinburgh at Dawn Baby begins her tour of "Scotland" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations! Map of Scotland Fàilte gu Alba! Welcome to Scotland! The pets will enjoy a varied tour, taking in the capital, Edinburgh, lochs and lighthouses, castles and keeps, waterfalls and winged wildlife, some rugged Highland scenes and they will see marvels of engineering. They will sample Scottish cuisine, perhaps cullen skink or cranachan. But will they be able to resist the lure of deep fried Mars Bars? Edinburgh at Dawn Ceud mìle fàilte... 100,000 welcomes to bonnie Scotland! The beautiful and historic city of Edinburgh awakens and many wonderful treasures await for you to discover them.
While touring the British Isles, you met Pookey.
Baby shook paws with Pookey the Brown Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Edinburgh Castle "I think I'll take the opportunity to practise with my new bagpipe chanter here," said Frantasy. "Haud yer wheesht!" said Baby. "That's Scots for 'belt up', or 'put a sock in it', you know." Edinburgh Castle A visit to Edinburgh has to include Scotland's most-visited paid attraction, historic Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle is located at the top of the Royal Mile, at the west end of Edinburgh's Old Town. The castle sits atop volcanic Castle Rock and provided castle inhabitants with a nearly impenetrable defense. That didn't stop potential invaders from trying though. According to recent research, Edinburgh Castle was the most besieged place in Great Britain.
While touring the British Isles, you met Frantasy.
Baby shook paws with Frantasy the Crow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Blackness Castle “Whit dae ye cry thon yin?” said Mitsy in greeting Baby. "Huh?" replied Baby in bafflement. "It means: 'What do you call that one?'" said Mitsy proudly. "In Scots, I mean." Blackness Castle Blackness Castle is sometimes referred to as "the ship that never sailed" because the castle's aerial view resembles the outline of a ship. The "bow" of the "ship" is facing the Firth of Forth and is ready to "set sail" and defend the surrounding area from all threats.
While touring the British Isles, you met Mitsy.
Baby shook paws with Mitsy the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Forth Bridge “I'm enjoying the tour very much but it's getting quite cold, isn't it, Baby?” shivered Adept Sanitation Juggernaut. “Here, wrap my scarf around yourself," replied Baby. "And you can look forward to a lovely mug of hot chocolate when we get back to our accommodation!" Forth Bridge The Forth Bridge is sometimes called the Forth Rail Bridge to distinguish it from the nearby Forth Road Bridge. It carries railway traffic across the Firth of Forth and is located just nine miles from Edinburgh. Voted Scotland's greatest man-made wonder, it is a must-see for many tourists.
While touring the British Isles, you met Adept Sanitation Juggernaut.
Baby shook paws with Adept Sanitation Juggernaut the Multi-Functional Robot. They both received one silver mole!
Adept Sanitation Juggernaut and you found 10 Travel Tokens!
@ Dunfermline Abbey “We get to the sea at the end, Baby,” said DAISY said. “My neighbour goes wild swimming, you know. That means going for a dip in the sea in the early morning when the water's very cold. Apparently it's very invigorating." "Well, you won't catch me doing that, DAISY!" said Baby. "Certainly not in Scotland!" Dunfermline Abbey Dunfermline Abbey is one of Scotland's most important cultural sites. Many people of nobility are buried here, more than any other location in Scotland.
While touring the British Isles, you met DAISY.
Baby shook paws with DAISY the Strawberry Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tay Forest Park “I'm enjoying the tour very much but it's getting quite cold, isn't it, Baby?” shivered Aki. “Here, wrap my scarf around yourself," replied Baby. "And you can look forward to a lovely mug of hot chocolate when we get back to our accommodation!" Tay Forest Park Away from the busyness of popular tourist destinations, is Tay Forest Park, a pristine forest where pets can enjoy the peace and solitude found in walking the many nature trails throughout Scotland.
While touring the British Isles, you met Aki.
Baby shook paws with Aki the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cullen Vista "When we get back I'm going to go to the library and see if Mrs Eucalyptus can recommend a book about the British Isles," said BLUEY. "I've realised how little I know about them all." Baby thought about this. "Good scheme!" she said. Cullen Vista The beautiful village of Cullen, located on the North Sea coast is famous for the traditional Scottish soup called Cullen Skink, made with smoked haddock, milk, potatoes, and onions. Sounds like a perfect meal to end the day's journey.
While touring the British Isles, you met BLUEY.
Baby shook paws with BLUEY the Blue Polar Bear. They both received one silver mole!
@ Red Rock Trail “Ooh, it's just starting to drizzle, Baby!” said Phimi ツ. “Can you hold my torch and map while I dig out my Pac-a-Mac?" Baby good-naturedly took charge of Phimi ツ's possessions while she emptied her rucksack of a pack of sandwiches, a Thermos flask, a pair of galoshes, a bag of toffees, a paperback novel, a bottle of mineral water, an address book, some postage stamps, an assortment of different coloured biros, a bottle opener, a couple of old train tickets, a handful of golden and silver moles, a hotel key, some shopping receipts and a selection of rather battered sachets of salt, sugar and tomato ketchup before locating the Pac-a-Mac right at the bottom. This she donned and then Baby helped her put everything back in her rucksack. Red Rock Trail Another fun activity for the more athletic pets is a brief bicycle trip along the Learnie Red Rock Trail in Inchindown. For those pets unable to ride a bicycle, there are plenty of baskets so you can ride and enjoy the fun. This area is famous for the Inchindown oil tanks, a secret site for Royal Navy fuel tanks, used during World War II.
While touring the British Isles, you met Phimi ツ.
Baby shook paws with Phimi ツ the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Bonar Bridge War Memorial "When we get back I'm going to go to the library and see if Mrs Eucalyptus can recommend a book about the British Isles," said Choose a name. "I've realised how little I know about them all." Baby thought about this. "Good scheme!" she said. Bonar Bridge War Memorial The Bonar Bridge or Creich War Memorial is a reflective monument commemorating all Scots who fought in the first and second world wars. Featuring a kilted soldier, it stands near the Kyle of Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands, keeping an eternal sentry.
While touring the British Isles, you met Choose a name.
Baby shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Neist Point Lighthouse “It says in our tour guide that there are over 800 islands in Scotland!” said Bill. "Gosh!" replied Baby. "It's a good thing we're not on an island-hopping trip, then! We'd be here forever! "I think it would be lovely to be here forever, Baby," responded Bill. Neist Point Lighthouse Neist Point Lighthouse is on the most westerly tip of the Isle of Skye and is one of the most famous lighthouses in Scotland. The trail to the lighthouse is a bit challenging but the views are spectacular!
While touring the British Isles, you met Bill.
Baby shook paws with Bill the Bashful Badger. They both received one silver mole!
@ The Old Man of Storr “It would be great fun to camp overnight, wouldn't it, Lady Thea?” said Baby. Lady Thea shivered. “Brrrrrrrr! I think it would still be a little too cold, Baby! I like my creature comforts!" The Old Man of Storr The Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye is a rocky hill on the Trotternish Peninsula, The rock formations are referred to as the longest landslips in Great Britain. And, yes, you can climb Storr if you wish, but you must use proper climbing equipment and wait for good weather conditions.
While touring the British Isles, you met Lady Thea.
Baby shook paws with Lady Thea the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Eilean Donan Castle "I love these shortbread biscuits, Honeysuckle!" remarked Baby. "Me too—they're perfect with a cup of tea! I like the triangular shape they come in sometimes," replied Honeysuckle. Eilean Donan Castle Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most photographed castles in Scotland and one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Highlands. It is located on its own island, overlooking the Isle of Skye. It has been beautifully restored after being in ruins for nearly 200 years. Tourists will enjoy the walk across the bridge, taking in the spectacular scenery that is the Scottish Highlands, then enter the magnificently appointed castle interior and view the numerous artifacts and historic displays that tell the stories of Jacobite uprisings and castle sieges.
While touring the British Isles, you met Honeysuckle.
Baby shook paws with Honeysuckle the Starlight Cheerling. They both received one silver mole!
@ Converging Lochs "The Scots' national animal is the unicorn, first used on a Scottish coat of arms in the 12th century," read out Sneffels from the brochure. "That's a really cool national animal, Sneffels!" responded Baby. Converging Lochs Eilean Donan Castle is strategically located at the convergence of three lochs; Loch Alsh to the west, Loch Long to the north, and Loch Duich to the south.
While touring the British Isles, you met Sneffels.
Baby shook paws with Sneffels the Snow Leopard. They both received one silver mole!
@ Glen Shiel “It would be great fun to camp overnight, wouldn't it, Tammie?” said Baby. Tammie shivered. “Brrrrrrrr! I think it would still be a little too cold, Baby! I like my creature comforts!" Glen Shiel The tour guide has arranged for all pets to explore the quiet locale of Invershiel via kayak or canoe. Pick your buddy, choose your watercraft and paddle around Glen Shiel and just take in the peaceful solitude.
While touring the British Isles, you met Tammie.
Baby shook paws with Tammie the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Fort Augustus "The Scots' national animal is the unicorn, first used on a Scottish coat of arms in the 12th century," read out Rowan from the brochure. "That's a really cool national animal, Rowan!" responded Baby. Fort Augustus Wait, where did that snow come from? Hey, you never can tell about the weather in Scotland so you prepare for anything! A not-so-rare spring snowfall blankets historic Fort Augustus. No worries, though, because the weather forecast predicts the temperature will rise and melt the white stuff.
While touring the British Isles, you met Rowan.
Baby shook paws with Rowan the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Picturesque Glencoe “It says in our tour guide that there are over 800 islands in Scotland!” said Violet. "Gosh!" replied Baby. "It's a good thing we're not on an island-hopping trip, then! We'd be here forever! "I think it would be lovely to be here forever, Baby," responded Violet. Picturesque Glencoe One of the jewels of the Scottish Highlands is the picturesque village of Glencoe. The area is known for its breathtakingly beautiful mountain vistas, waterfalls and hiking trails. Photographs fall short in capturing the awe-inspiring scenes. It's something you must experience in person to fully appreciate its magnificence. You can even find 18th-century thatched cottages in the village.
While touring the British Isles, you met Violet.
Baby shook paws with Violet the Pearl White Peacock. They both received one silver mole!
@ Highland Cow “I was in the supermarket earlier and was texting on my mobile while the cashier ran my items through the scanner,” said Spearmint to Baby. "Then when she'd finished, she asked if I'd like any help with my messages! I thought that was a bit strange, but I just said, 'No, thank you.'" "She meant, 'Do you want any help packing your shopping?' " translated Baby. Highland Cow The Highland cow is a cow of many names. In Scottish Gaelic, it's Bò Ghàidhealach, in Scots, Heilan Coo, or you may simply refer to them as hairy cows or fluffy cows. Whichever name you call them by doesn't matter because they possess a docile temperament, and are often used as "house cows" rather than for commercial purposes. Its distinctive long shaggy coat is not just for good looks either; it provides protection from extremely cold temperatures common in northernmost countries.
While touring the British Isles, you met Spearmint.
Baby shook paws with Spearmint the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
@ European Buzzard “Pass me the binoculars, Baby!” said PluttiPott. "I think that's a golden eagle just taking off over there!" European Buzzard The European buzzard is a bird of prey that ranges throughout most of Europe and Asia Minor. The plumage can range from almost uniform black-brown to mostly white, and can often be mistaken for other similar-sized birds of prey such as eagles.
While touring the British Isles, you met PluttiPott.
Baby shook paws with PluttiPott the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Flower of Scotland "The Scots' national animal is the unicorn, first used on a Scottish coat of arms in the 12th century," read out Wyatt from the brochure. "That's a really cool national animal, Wyatt!" responded Baby. Flower of Scotland What many people see as a troublesome weed is actually the beloved national flower of Scotland. It is abundant and resilient, found throughout the stunning landscapes across the country. Legend has it that it proved to be an enemy's undoing as Norse soldiers attempted a stealthy invasion by going barefoot, intending to creep up on the Scots and overcome them while they slept. One Viking soldier stepped on a thistle plant and his cries of pain woke up the sleeping clansmen and they charged into battle. And yes, the fierce Scots were victorious!
While touring the British Isles, you met Wyatt.
Baby shook paws with Wyatt the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Glasgow Suspension Bridge "Did you know that when you fly to the island of Barra from Glasgow, the plane lands on the beach?" remarked Tess. "That sounds like some experience!" responded Baby. Glasgow Suspension Bridge The Glasgow Suspension Bridge is a footbridge spanning the River Clyde, linking the City Centre on the north side to the Laurieston and Gorbals districts on the south side.
While touring the British Isles, you met Tess.
Baby shook paws with Tess the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Chaffinch “Whit dae ye cry thon yin?” said Mr. Panda in greeting Baby. "Huh?" replied Baby in bafflement. "It means: 'What do you call that one?'" said Mr. Panda proudly. "In Scots, I mean." Chaffinch The chaffinch is one of the most widespread and abundant birds in Britain and Ireland. It does not feed openly on bird feeders; it prefers to hop about under the feeder or hedge. You'll usually hear chaffinches before you see them, with their loud song and varied calls.
While touring the British Isles, you met Mr. Panda.
Baby shook paws with Mr. Panda the Panda Cub. They both received one silver mole!
Mr. Panda gave you 1 "British Isles Travel Stamp" size 7
@ Killantringan Lighthouse As Baby's tour of "Scotland" comes to an end, she rests under a shady tree and looks back on a perfect day. Pretty in Pink Beech Tree Pretty in Pink Beach Trees can often be found dotting the seashore. Standing out among the blue waves beyond, this tree creates a perfect photo opportunity and some much needed shade. Killantringan Lighthouse Killantringan Lighthouse is located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. The light came into operation in 1900 and served as a waypoint in the North Channel of the Irish Sea. It gave a flashing signal of two flashes in quick succession every ?1?2 minute. When used, the fog signal was 3 blasts: low, low, high in quick succession every ?1 1?2 minutes. The light was automated in 1988, with the fog signal having been discontinued the previous year. The Lighthouse was fully decommissioned in 2005, and along with the Lightkeepers House, is in private ownership Baby has completed their tour of "Scotland"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour part of "The British Isles"!
While touring the British Isles, you met Flitter.
Baby shook paws with Flitter the Green Rapid Dragonfly. They both received one silver mole!
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