DUDE! You should have sent me this video! Maybe you tried and like... it got blocked because youtube marks any links as spam but I just stumbled upon this by accident and when you mentioned me my hear jumped! Thanks so much for the mention! Guys to any and all watching this I agree 100% with everything said above! Also a pub... yeah... a pub ;) they close at midnight. They give a final bell for drinks when they're about to stop serving too =D

It's quite a good idea not to wear a cap like that whilst in Scotland....

You can recognize an American when he says "scatland"

never call scots English

Don't call it gas, it's petrol in Scotland

Also if you are American, don't start discussing your Scottish ancestry because it is only going to piss people off.... It's also crisps not chips and chips instead of fries.

No. 1 : Dinnae wear that hat.

if you are an American......never try a Scottish accent

Also, don't buy any stupid-looking hats!

That was a pretty decent attempt at pronouncing Edinburgh

As a Scotsman, I appreciate that you took the time to pronounce Glasgow and Edinburgh right, unlike what most American tourists do when they come to Scotland

As a Scot I think you have posted an excellent video, you've made all the points that needed to be made in a very entertaining manner and I hope that a lot of visitors to my country watch this before getting here, once again well done and warmest greetings from a sunny Scotland

Didn't know that about the Eilean Donan viewpoint, and I've visited that castle more than once. Good to know, and glad to hear that you learnt so much about Scotland on your visit! Definitely agree with your point about haggis. Om nom.

Great video! Here are a few little things I might mention to a friend on their way to Scotland: Don't assume everyone you meet is Scottish... there are lots of different people in Scotland. (We felt pretty dumb when we realized that the Glasgow cab driver we'd been questioning about Scottish history and culture was actually Polish! lol) Haggis is great, but don't be afraid to try the Indian food either; it's everywhere, and it's AWESOME! Even the MacDonald's had a Chicken Tikka sandwich on the menu. I've never been to India, but the best Indian food I've ever had was in Scotland. Also, when eating out (especially at pubs), don't expect any salad dressing like Ranch or Italian with your salad... there are usually packets of "salad cream" on the table... it's kinda like 1000 island without the islands. I don't recommend playing the slot machines... they're not like the ones in Vegas; the payout is really low. Remember that if you go in August, it's the month of the Edinburgh Festival/"Fringe", so expect the Royal Mile and vicinity to be crowded with "colorful" folks. (I enjoyed it, but I could see how it might not be everyone's cup of tea.) If you are going to be spending a lot of time outdoors, you might consider using insect repellent, depending on where you are and what time of year it is... I got eaten alive by the "midgies" (small mosquito-like bugs) and stung by wasps on my first trip. Last but not least, don't forget to bring an umbrella! (You could always buy one there, but why spend the extra money? That wouldnae be very Scottish...)

The only reason that people find haggis disgusting is because they are told what’s in it before they have the chance to try it. If you just don’t think about what’s in it, Haggis is absolutely fantastic!

Thank you for pronouncing it as Scotland and not Scatland.

It's EE-lien Donan, not EH-lin Donan. And it hasn't been restored to what it originally looked like. Many parts are still from the 1920's.

Ed In Bra

Hey man, that was very well put across and I sure hope some of your fellow Americans take a trip to 'Bonnie Scotland' and enjoy it as much as you did! The folks are friendly and the scenery's great and we drive on the correct side of the road too! :-)

The wife and I are planning to spend a month there. Many of our ancestors are Scottish among other norther European nationalities. However Scotland intrigues the both of us. So in a few years after the kid is out of the house we'll be crossin' the pond. Thanks for the advice. I've loved learning about the do's and don't's.

Hey pal, I'm from the west end of Glasgow, and most of us Scots are really welcoming, glad you've seen how stunning our country is, and we love you guys for who you are, just as you love our ways and who we are, final point 😋WE WANT ANNEXED FROM ENGLAND, ✌and 💚 to you

I am so proud of my country and we love the tourists and what makes Scotland so great is the scenery, it is without exception one of the most beautiful countries and even "Lonely Planet" readers voted it as THE most beautiful country in the world many times, but sometimes its very welcome to actually see someone saying so...you are very welcome in my country, thank you.

it is still a reservation in the UK. when you call, you BOOK your reservation and when you arrive you will be asked if you booked.

If you can't get to a pub, you can also get beer from a lot of petrol stations that have a licence as we discovered.

So I live in Scotland, Perth not all Scottish people eat haggis or wear kilts we appreciate the compliments you gave and there are some good points in here but Loch Ness monster is not real and it’s is pronounced without the h.

Never Call Scotland ugly in front of a Scottish person (especially me!)

Going to Scotland for 10 days with my best friend in September, we are road tripping it while there so the tip on gas was very helpful. Eilean Donan is on the list as is Orkney Island among many other things. I’ve never been there so I’m incredibly excited to experience the beauty and history of Scotland ❤

In addition to the pubs closing at midnight: 1) casinos are often 24 hr with a 24 hour liquor licence but you'll only find them in large cities 2) you can only buy alcohol from a shop, or from a bar to to take away (carry oot), from 10am-10pm and in some places not before mid day on a sunday

Just wear a track suit you'll blend in

You don’t have to roll your “R”’s in Edinburgh, it’s just Edin/Bruh Eilean Donan is pronounced EE/LIN DON/IND

Three times to the Scotland Highlands and have never got enough! What a wonderful place!

Good sensitive information, Zack. Well done. (I am Scottish). You would be welcome, I suspect, in many countries as a tourist, not just mine.

"What Not To Do in Scotland If you are english don't bother coming youz make the place look untidy ;-)

I'm Scottish. I literally have no idea why I'm watching this video. I do stuff here every day, so I would know what do and what not to do.

Things must have changed a lot. When I was in Glascow people were very friendly and welcoming. I'm not Scottish, but I bought a round of the "spirits" one night at a pub, and was made an honorary Scot. In Edinburgh the people were polite and courteous but not as outgoing (in Glascow, I was warned of this). All in all, I was nice to everybody, and they were nice to me.

Lol I did not realise that not everyone knew how to correctly pronounce Edinburgh. Also, absolutely 100% agree with you on the haggis. I had slices of it deep fried with a plate of chips and it was amazing. Hope you tried the black pudding too. My favourite ❤

Eilean Donan Castle is pretty cool. In the middle of the country, try Stirling Castle. At the east coast, you HAVE to see Dunnottar Castle.

It's Eye Lan Donan. And if you put gas in your car in Scotland you're in big trouble. 😂

I came here to see what not to do in my country of residence, seems I should be coming to you to see, what to do in Scotland. Fairly got about. Great video 👍 and as for taking a drive in Scotland, simply take the A82 from Glasgow to Inverness. Around 4 hours, but well worth it

Most pubs actually close at 11.00 p.m. , even in England, even on Fridays so midnight is pretty late....

Did u visit Inverness ? While out at nessie or did u visit drumnadrochet ? Because I'm from drumnadrochet but I live in Inverness ?

it's Ed-in-bruh

Thanks,man.I appreciate this.Especially your description of haggis and how it tastes.The idea of it has always made me queasy;I know it's a big thing and heard people saying it's delicious,but you're the first person I've heard DESCRIBE the taste.I now feel less skittish about trying it.

Pub quiz question - which James Bond film actor (in bad guy role) had a mother from Glasgow ?

damn im scottish and everyone in the comment section are so rude and fussy xddd

I'm Scottish and I agree (it's never wise to piss off a scotsman trust me don't do it)

Good tips that will come in handy for sure. Thanks

Brilliant Zack glad you liked oor wee secret beauty the chip is in Partick just aff Byres Rd great wee venue, did yo get along the Ashton lane, it lovely too.

Also diny drink and drive cos one pint will put you over

Congratulations - I'm from Edinburgh and you got the pronounciation of our city spot-on !

You should have gone to one of Scotland's many distilleries. We love our whiskey and the distilleries always have guided tours. You even get to try some whiskey at the end of the tour.

I'm getting married at Eilean Donan next year and cannot wait!!! Thank you for all your wonderful advice! ❤️

I'm born and bred in Scotland and I can tell u I hate haggis

We don’t have gas stations in the U.K. - it’s petrol (or diesel) that fuels vehicles, as appropriate. Gas (mains supplied) is used for domestic heating systems and cookers.

Pretty decent mate. Depends how quick you say it too. Go to Stirling castle, it's probably the best castle in Scotland, pubs are dependent on where you live, pubs can open up to 3 o clock, Glasgow and Edinburgh definitely, just ask around. Wetherspoons are a big pub chain in the uk and do not play music are are found pretty much everywhere, often open till 2 am, if you want a cheap beer they offer great quality ales for around the 2 pound mark. Very good place to start or finish an evening.

I'm Scottish and I agree

I haven't tried haggis yet every time I got the chance I passed it up but if I don't like haggis that is fine not all Scottish people like haggis

Eilean Donan castle view point is called Carr brae, go into Dornie and turn right and that will take you up to the view point. Also when driving at dawn and sunset around the highlands watch out for the deer because they are bad for crossing the roads at that sort of time, I've hit 3 in the last 20 years which normally means a new car, keep your speed down and you'll have a better chance of spotting them. Enjoy your visit and all are welcome, see you soon I hope.

Theres plently of bars and pubs open till 3am in glasgow, most serve food till 2am too. Just google for them. Lots on bath street

North American Tourists in Scotland are as old as the USA. They're very used to them part of the population really. Since half the population moved their! I'm a New Zealander these days but truly miss the argie bargie and passion,but not the weather. Watched a group on a Sunday,in a heavy snowstorm arguing about politics no one even dreamed of ending the argument.! Well it's not called the Pacific for nothing. Here in the passionless country!

Yes you got Edinburra right .,

Hi Zak, Thanks for sharing your video. It's funny factual and refreshing. Thank you also for visiting Scotland if you ever visit us again please come down to the South West. Not only do we have many treasures to see that don't get the promotion they deserve (like everything north does) If you are into history or poetry. Our Next door region of Ayrshire is where Robert Burns was born and Dumfries in our region is where he died. We are also the gateway region to Northern Ireland and have many fun weirdly pronounced town names Kirkcudbright (Kir coo bray) 😁

My Penn State ball cap was just fine and was a great conversation starter with other tourists and with locals as well. I was surprised how many Scots wanted to tell me about their trips to the US.

A big thumbs up on everything you said. Thank you for not mentioning the now infamous snack of the deep fried Mars Bar. Did you get bitten by our famous midges ? The best anti midge cream is Avon Cosmetic Skin so soft. It is used by the Royal Marines that guard the nuclear submarines base at Faslane on the River Clyde. Hope you come back soon to the UK and glad you enjoyed it.

Never been to Scotland (always wanted to). Sound like you had fun.

This is making me so happy and American actually appreciating my country’s beauty

Cool video man. Next time you're in Edinburgh, check out the Banshee Labyrinth. It's my favourite pub here, AND open until 3 AM :-)

Sad thing is - most Scottish people have never been to Scotland. I mean REALLY seen their beautiful, interesting homeland.

Pretty much spot on!

If you like the scenery in central Scotland that’s nothing compared to up north, if you can set aside 4 days to a week you should try the north coast 500 (Search it up its great) if you only have a couple of days thats fine, there is also the North East 250, this has a lot of scenery as well as history and Scottish culture to be explored so if your in Scotland I highly recommend you check these out

.... and I'll let you into a little secret: The Haggis is not a flightless bird that has one leg longer than the other so that it can run around a Scottish mountain without falling over and of course there is no shooting season for this elusive bird. It is however great fun for we Scots to send foreigners home with these stories, not that I would do such a thing. Delighted you met Nessie (note I do not call her the 'monster' as she's never been known to harm anyone). It's remarkable that there are people who do not believe she exists but only those who unlike you did not take the time and trouble to go to Loch Ness and see her themselves. Heart warming to know you loved the scenery and do hope you'll some day return to see more of it's rugged beauty and some of the many other castles.

Glad you had a great time in Scotland! Be sure to come back. By the way, did you have any Irn Bru?

great video Zach....I'm going to Scotland in June can't wait to try haggis and visit some castles

Haggis is magic! And you're lucky with the pubs. They used to close at 10pm and didn't open on Sundays. Better off finding a 24-hour supermarket.

What would constitute trying to blend in other than something obvious like an accent or a kilt?

I think everyone should visit the east end of Glasgow. It's lovely.

"Did I get it right" More or less. To pronounce it phonetically, it's just Ed-in-bur-uh. You kind of go into a clipped Scottish accent when you say it, because I guess you're mimicking how the local pronounce it. But you're more or less accurate. You got Glasgow right, too. A lot of Americans tend to pronounce it "Glass-gou" instead of "Glaz-go".

Well bone dude , very well done , you could promote Scotland in the us . Good pronunciation of Edinburgh . All the best

Well done Sir. You have learnt much. A few points: Eilean Donan is pronounced 'Ailan Donan' and the best haggis you will get is made by an Edinburgh butcher called Mac Sweens. Other than that not bad.

Definitely Eat the Haggis!!!. tried it last year, I am hooked! awesome stuff! Only way it could have been better was if I had of tried it in the land of my ancestors!

I live in Scotland

Besides driving around Scotland; take a few train rides on some of Scotland's scenic railways (e.g. Glasgow to Mallaig, Inverness to Kyle/Wick), that way you'll see Scottish beauty in a more exciting and relaxing perspective.

Have you ever been to anywhere else in the British Isles e.g. England? We have some beautiful landscapes and picturesque villages around as well as busy London

Americans claiming that their grandmother (or such) was "Scotch" is sure to drive us crazy "Oh, she was an alcoholic then?" The correct term is "Scots" not "Scotch"

accurate!!! ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 i live in scotland! i love how correct he is! 😂❤️

Hey great video zack, first one I've seen

i'm from glasgow and i'd pronounce it edin-bra but i think both ways are acceptable! i'm probably one of the few that don't like haggis, but one of the specialties on the west coast in a chippy (fast food place) is deep fried pizza in batter. Sounds like it would be disgusting but it's so good! and there are a couple of bars in Glasgow after 12am (don't know bout anywhere else) Maggie May's near the Trongate or the Oran Mor in the west end, not far from the Ubiquitous Chip actually. If you ever come back here and the Oran Mor has a ceilidh you should definitely check it out, even if you don't know any of the dances they are really fun :)

What's not to do in "SKAT-LAND!!!.. 1): STAYING SOBER!!! Thats about it in a nutshell !!!

Eilean Donan castle is pronounced Ellen donnin

ByTheBy, One more thing not to do is ask about Glaswegeans in Edinburgh and Vice Versa.. Politics for a Tourist is Nae Gud ! If you don't want to see the outcome of a bad verbal lashing, Dinnae mention the occupants and customers of the other towns... I learned the hard way... Loved the Video. It was Spot On M8 !

Scotland seems like a land of peace with all the green forests flourishing with nature from pictures, and I'm sure you had your ice cream cone. I wish I could go. Anyway, changing the subject, do you own a Buck 110?

I'm Scottish don't eat haggis wellllllll if you didn't know and don't want to know just scroll down click read more of you want to know Ok so you want to know yea it's guts and liver

Haggis and Black Pudding on Pizza is the best!😋🍕

@Zack of all trades pubs in Glasgow &a Edinburgh open till at least 3:30 4 am now in my place where I live in Fife and pubs are open till 2:45 3 am

This guy is right on. Good job.

Also, "EH - DIN - BUR - UH" It's really not difficult and it's nothing like 'bread and butter'

Here is a good tip. See how everyone thinks we wear Tartan and those hats and stuff? Yea That is very much not The Case and we wear jeans shirts trainers you know just normal stuff we only wear Tartan at weddings near enough. Try to avoid calling Scottish People British As say it to The Wrong person you get a punch to The Face. Edinburgh is The Capital Not Glasgow alot of people get it wrong and its annoying. Also Good video by The Way.

Ha! Well done on the 'Burg' you got it bang on! Also next time you come you must visit a chippie and order a 'Black pudding Supper'.

What's best for a place to stay? Hotel, Air B and B, VRBO, Bend and Breakfast?

1. Don't eat the haggis, but buy a load of it and give to lots of folk you don't like back home as a present. 2. Want to see the Real Scotland? Go to Onthank in Kilmarnock and get a tetanus jab before you go. 3. Kilmarnock is a good place for Americans to practise their Scottish accent. It doesn't matter whether yours is a good imitation, you will be stabbed anyway. 4. If you see a man carrying a cricket bat, he isn't going to play cricket. Walk away quickly. 5. If you can't make friends with the natives at least look for a common enemy; the English usually suffice. 6. If you want to blend in, forget the tartan and drink Buckfast from the bottle. 7. Chips are crisps in English and criss in Scots. If you see a drunk woman shouting for Chris, she isn't lonely, just hungry. 8. Pavement pizza isn't a delicacy.