We had a fantastic stay at Charlotte's apartment, which is located in a wonderful spot, above the grass market near the Usher concert hall, and within walking distance (or a short bus ride) to Princes Street, Old College at the Univ. of Edinburgh, etc. A bus pass to ride all day costs three pounds fifty, or about $5.25 a day, so you really cannot go wrong, it's a great bargain (note that bus drivers in Edinburgh cannot give change, so have exact change). People in Edinburgh are really good at giving directions and knowing bus routes, so you should have no trouble getting around on the bus. Sit on the top deck!

The apartment has everything one could possibly need, and it is extremely clean. There is a Sainsbury's local on the same street where you can buy anything you need as far as food, toiletries, beer and wine. Charlotte is a lovely host with an eye to what travelers want. She has a lot of information available for her tenants, such as places of interest, how to call a cab, etc.....we were so happy to have stayed at her place and we will definitely return......sorry we didn't eat the haggis you left us, Charlotte, we were too full from the excellent restaurant food we were having!

Some things you should do while in Edinburgh....browse in the charity shops on Nicholson Street, of which there are many, benefiting worthy causes.....some great finds there, vintage clothing, jewelry, books....I bought a beautiful Icelandic wool sweater for $12 after not buying one in Iceland because they were $350.....buy candy for your young relatives in the Pound stores, multi packs of name brand sweets we do not get in the U.S., at great prices...buy lovely linen tea (dish) towels with Scottish themes to take back home, from the shops on South Bridge.

My favorite restaurant in Edinburgh was The Abbey Pub on Nicholson Street near Sciennes, ate there several times...great, food, served HOT, fresh veggies, real gravy, real potatoes, excellent meat and fish, great bar, nice and knowledgable servers. Had the seal of approval of my British relatives. Good prices, many traditional Scottish dishes as well as burgers and more American type fare. You can check out the menu by googling the name of the Pub.

As far as being in Edinburgh....it is a gorgeous, busy, friendly, welcoming city. I just left and I'm trying to figure out a way to return as soon as possible. Thank you, Charlotte, for sharing your city with us!