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Day 4
Morning: We'll depart our hotel around 9am and drive by private motorcoach for one hour to reach Alloway. Here, we'll discover one of Scotland's national treasures: Robert Burns. A beloved author and poet, Burns is celebrated for works like Auld Lang Syne, the famous song sung around the world when the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve. The Scots even have an annual holiday dedicated to the literary giant: On Burns Night (celebrated on January 25), Scottish friends and families come together to read Burns's poetry and share a meal of haggis. We'll arrive in Alloway around 10am, where a local guide will lead us to the local church to witness the writer's memorial. Next, we'll walk to Burns Cottage, the humble home where he was born and raised, which has been converted into a museum. Here, we'll see handwritten manuscripts and other historical artifacts that will offer us a glimpse into his life. Around 12:15pm, we'll board our private motorcoach and drive about 45 minutes to the coastal county Ayrshire. Here, we'll get a taste of the local cuisine during a cooking lesson led by sisters Ann and Mary, two avid cooks, at Ann's home. Today, Ann and Mary will teach us how to make one of Ann's favorite dishes, Ayrshire potato salad, using potatoes from Ann's own garden. The sisters will welcome us into the kitchen and assist us with the dicing, slicing, and spicing of the meal. As we work, we'll have a chance to learn more about life in Ayrshire from our hosts, who were born and raised in the area and, when they're not cooking, work in their family's fencing business. Travelers who would prefer not to cook are invited to take a walk along the beach near Ann's home during the cooking demonstration. Your Trip Experience Leader will be happy to accompany you on your beach walk to point out notable flora and fauna. Lunch: Shortly after 1pm, we'll gather around Ann's table for lunch, consisting of the meal we helped to prepare. Continue getting to know our hosts while you dine--Ayrshire does not receive many American visitors, so Ann and Mary will be only too happy to share their traditions and perspectives with you. Afternoon: We'll say farewell to Ayrshire around 3pm and set out on a 45-minute drive back to our hotel where you'll have some free time to relax or continue exploring Glasgow at your own pace. You may choose to venture to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum where you can see an impressive display of 8000 paintings, historical artifacts, war remnants, and more. Or, perhaps you'll take a stroll through the Glasgow Botanic Gardens where you can enjoy the serenity of nature. Dinner: On your own this evening. Ask your Trip Experience Leader for their suggestions. Evening: You can get some sleep back at the hotel before our explorations tomorrow, or perhaps you'll enjoy an evening stroll around the city. |
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Glasgow
Breakfast:
Served at the hotel from 7am-9am, with Scottish and American options available.