CNN names Scotland as world’s top travel destination for 2013

[Jock Scot]

So, just when are you planning the trip Jeff? I mean, I shall have to work up a thirst and all that.

[ForresterModern]

So, just when are you planning the trip Jeff? I mean, I shall have to work up a thirst and all that.

It may be a while, Jock, as I am currently shopping for a new job due to terminal dissatisfaction with this one. Unfortunately that will likely mean a relocation, financial loss on a home sale here, etc.. On the bright side some of my opportunities are overseas, a couple in the UK I just discovered today (one in Inverness as a matter of fact, but probably not right for me), along with several in the Middle East (Saudi, Qatar, UAE). The former would likely put me within a day's drive of you mate, and the latter would make getting back into Europe for a vacation a little more convenient (where else do you go on vacation from the middle east?). If I had my 'druthers I would find the perfect job in the St Andrews area or somewhere nearby in Fife, but am not counting on that happening. My profession has a relatively narrow range of places to practice, generally in bigger cities.

Will keep you posted my friend so you can plan on ramping up that thirst (and perhaps prepare your liver for the inevitable onslaught).

[lukeyrobertson]

I read only the article and avoided the comments because I'm tired of people believing that opinion equals news. The right approach should be nothing less than warm wishes and congratulations for a nation that despite a complicated history (not unlike any other nation) has also a rich practice of hospitality reaching back many centuries. I am planning my first ever trip to Scotland this spring (Lewis/Harris, Perthshire, Mull, Iona, and Edinburgh). I have spoken on the phone and corresponded with folks in accommodation, transport and tourism and what a wonderful experience this has been with helpful and just plain fine people. I am excited about visiting Scotland and congratulate its people who work very hard to help strangers like me feel welcome before I even get there. And just one more thing... I can also say that there's a fair amount of glass-half-empty sods on this side of the pond, too. I just don't have time for their energy.

[Peter Crowe]

I read only the article and avoided the comments because I'm tired of people believing that opinion equals news. ... I can also say that there's a fair amount of glass-half-empty sods on this side of the pond, too. I just don't have time for their energy.

Indeed, well stated ***!

[TheOfficialBren]

***, LukeyRobertson.