Traveler Information

When you arrive at the historic, cosmopolitan, and cultured capital city of Scotland, you will view the Edinburgh Castle which dominates the city-centre skyline, and travel up through the beltway of Scotland.

1. Once you arrive at Edinburgh Airport, you will need to catch the Airlink bus. This express bus service runs from stand 19 (just outside Domestic Arrivals at Edinburgh airport) to Waverley Bridge. Buy tickets at the airport information desk, at the bus stop, or online.
   • Frequency: Every 10 minutes (early services every 20 minutes).
   • Journey time: 25-30 minutes (Waverley Bridge).
   • Fare: Single £3.50, return £6 (reductions for children). As a delegate you qualify for discounted Airlink rate if purchased online for adult round-trip of £5.50 in-advance online only
   • The entrance to the station is directly opposite the bus stop
2. At Edinburgh Waverley Station you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • ScotRail Click here to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets– Purchases in advance cost around £20 for the three-hour scenic train ride.
     • There are 3 direct services from Edinburgh to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October on ScotRail (the other times require a change in Perth which is not ideal with luggage, etc.)
       • 09.25 arriving at 12.27 in Aviemore
       • 13.50 arriving at 16.42 in Aviemore
       • 17.11 arriving at 20.04 in Aviemore
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/
   • If you are arriving in Edinburgh before Sunday please click here for train times: www.scotrail.co.uk
3. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Staff from VisitScotland will greet you at Edinburgh Airport on Sunday 3^rd October. We recommend you allow 1 hour between catching the bus and arriving at the station so that you arrive in good time for the departure of your train.

Glasgow is Scotland’s biggest city, filled with style, impressive architecture and culture.

1. Once you arrive at Glasgow Airport, you will need to catch the Glasgow Flyer (service 500) operated by Arriva. This bus service runs from the airport to Queen Street Station. Buy tickets from your driver SPT Travel Centre (ground floor, Domestic Arrivals), VisitScotland Information Centre (ground floor at International Arrivals or online http://www.citylink.co.uk/journeyplanner.php. The Glasgow Flyer leaves from Stance 1 outside the main airport terminal building.
   • Frequency: Every 10 minutes (early services every 20 minutes).
   • Journey time: 20 minutes.
   • Fare: Single £4.50, return £7 (reductions for children).
2. From Glasgow Queen Street Station, get off the bus at Glasgow West George (George Square – 2^nd last stop) the bus will stop directly outside Glasgow Queen Street station.
3. At Glasgow Queen Street Station you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • ScotRail. Click here to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets. Purchases in advance cost around £20 for the three-hour scenic train ride.
     • There are 2 direct services from Glasgow to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October on ScotRail:
       • 14.40 arriving at 17.11 in Aviemore
       • 18.10 arriving at 20.48 in Aviemore
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk
   • If you are arriving in Glasgow before Sunday please click here for train times: www.scotrail.co.uk
4. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Staff from VisitScotland will greet you at Glasgow Airport on Sunday 3^rd October. We recommend you allow 1 hour between catching the bus and arriving at the station so that you arrive in good time for the departure of your train.

When you arrive into Inverness on Flybe Airlines (be sure to check additional baggage fees), you will have landed into the prosperous hub of the Highlands, known for the pink crenellated castle.

1. Once you arrive at Inverness Airport, you will need to catch the bus which runs every 30 minutes into Inverness. This bus service runs from the airport to Falcon Square, near Inverness Station. Buy tickets from your driver on the day. Catch either the number 10, 10a, 11 or 11a bus which leave outside the airport terminal building.
   • Frequency: Every 30 minutes.
   • Journey time: 25 minutes .
   • Fare: Single £3, return £4.50.
2. From Inverness Station, get off the bus at Falcon Square and walk for a couple of minutes along Academy Street – the entrance to the station is on the right hand side.
3. At Inverness Station you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • ScotRail. Click here to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets for the 45 minute train ride.
     • There are 3 direct services from Inverness to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October on ScotRail:
       • 12.30 arriving at 13.15 in Aviemore
       • 13.25 arriving at 14.01 in Aviemore
       • 16.15 arriving at 16.54 in Aviemore
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk.
   • If you envisage arriving in Aviemore before Sunday please click here for train times: www.scotrail.co.uk
4. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Arrival at London City

1. Once you arrive at London City, you will need to take the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to King’s Cross station. The DLR is an over ground system connecting East London to the London Underground network. It is connected to the airport terminal making transport to and from the airport fast
   and convenient.
   • Frequency: every 8 to 15 minutes
   • Journey time: 35 minutes
2. At King’s Cross Stations you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • Virgin Trains. Visit www.virgintrains.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets– Purchases in advance cost
     around £120 for the eight-hour scenic train ride.
   • East Coast Rail - Visit www.eastcoast.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets.
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must
     be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk 
     • The EventBritain BritRail Pass is valid on the sleeper train as well: 
       •  Reclining seat – free reservation with EventBritain BritRail Pass
       •  Bed in shared cabin – £38
       •  Bed in solo cabin – £54
       • If you would like to upgrade to a sleeper train or reserve in advance, please call London – Aviemore sleeper train and mention you purchased  a BritRail pass online: Scot Rail – +44 8457 550033.  Reservations are only available a maximum of 60 days in advance.
   • There is one direct service to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October:
     1. Departing London King’s Cross at 12.00 arriving at 20.04 in Aviemore
3. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations
   serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Arrival at London Gatwick

1. Once you arrive at London Gatwick, you will need to catch the Gatwick Express to London Victoria.
   • Frequency: every 15 minutes
   • Journey time: 30 minutes (35 minutes on Sunday)
   • Fare: approximately £15
2. At London Victoria, you will need to take the Victoria line on the London Underground to King’s Cross train station
3. At King’s Cross Station you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • Virgin Trains. Visit www.virgintrains.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets– Purchases in advance cost around £120 for the eight-hour scenic train ride.
   • East Coast Rail - Visit www.eastcoast.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets.
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk
     • The EventBritain BritRail Pass is valid on the sleeper train as well: 
       •  Reclining seat – free reservation with EventBritain BritRail Pass
       •  Bed in shared cabin – £38
       •  Bed in solo cabin – £54
       • If you would like to upgrade to a sleeper train or reserve in advance, please call London – Aviemore sleeper train and mention you purchased  a BritRail pass online: Scot Rail – +44 8457 550033.  Reservations are only available a maximum of 60 days in advance.
   • There is one direct service to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October:
     1. Departing London King’s Cross at 12.00 arriving at 20.04 in Aviemore
4. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Arrival at London Heathrow

1. Once you arrive at London Heathrow, you will need to catch the London Underground to King’s Cross train station. Heathrow has three London Underground stations – one for Terminals 1 and 3, one each at Terminal 4 and Terminal 5. Heathrow Terminals 1 and 3 station is in the central area between the terminals and a few minutes’ walk from them via underground walkways. Terminal 4 and Terminal 5 stations are in the basements of the terminal buildings. All stations are in Travelcard Zone 6. Take the Piccadilly line (East) to Green Park then take the Victoria line (north ) to King’s Cross
   • Journey time: 50 minutes
   • Fare: approximately £4
2. Alternatively, you can catch the Heathrow Express to London Paddington. Take either the Circle line or Hammersmith and City Line travelling East to Kings Cross station
3. Heathrow Express trains stop at Heathrow Central (for Terminals 1 and 3) and Heathrow Terminal 5. Passengers travelling to Terminal 4 should change on to the new free Heathrow Express shuttle at Heathrow Central.
   • Frequency: Every 15 minutes
   • Journey time: 15 minutes
   • Fare: Single £18, return £32
4. At either Paddington or King’s Cross Stations you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • Virgin Trains. Visit www.virgintrains.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets– Purchases in advance cost
     around £120 for the eight-hour scenic train ride.
   • East Coast Rail - Visit www.eastcoast.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets.
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk
     • The EventBritain BritRail Pass is valid on the sleeper train as well: 
       •  Reclining seat – free reservation with EventBritain BritRail Pass
       •  Bed in shared cabin – £38
       •  Bed in solo cabin – £54
       • If you would like to upgrade to a sleeper train or reserve in advance, please call London – Aviemore sleeper train and mention you purchased  a BritRail pass online: Scot Rail – +44 8457 550033.  Reservations are only available a maximum of 60 days in advance
   • There is one direct service to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October:
     1. Departing London King’s Cross at 12.00 arriving at 20.04 in Aviemore
5. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Arrival at London Luton

1. Once you arrive at London Luton, you will need to catch the Luton Airport Bus to Luton Airport Parkway.
   • Frequency: every 10 minutes
   • Journey time: 5 minutes
   • Fare: Passengers arriving at the airport or at the station without purchasing a rail ticket will pay a bus fare of £1.50 single, £2.50 Standard Day Return and £3.00 Standard Open Return (children pay half price).
2. At Luton Airport Parkway, you will need to take the train to London St Pancras.
   • Frequency: every hour
   • Journey time: 40 minutes
   • Fare: approximately £12
3. At St Pancras turn left out of the station. King’s Cross is 5 minutes walk.
4. At King’s Cross Stations you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • Virgin Trains. Visit www.virgintrains.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets– Purchases in advance cost around £120 for the eight-hour scenic train ride.
   • East Coast Rail - Visit www.eastcoast.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets.
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must
     be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk
     • The EventBritain BritRail Pass is valid on the sleeper train as well: 
       •  Reclining seat – free reservation with EventBritain BritRail Pass
       •  Bed in shared cabin – £38
       •  Bed in solo cabin – £54
       • If you would like to upgrade to a sleeper train or reserve in advance, please call London – Aviemore sleeper train and mention you purchased  a BritRail pass online: Scot Rail – +44 8457 550033.  Reservations are only available a maximum of 60 days in advance
5. • There is one direct service to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October:
     1. Departing London King’s Cross at 12.00 arriving at 20.04 in Aviemore

• Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Arrival at London Stansted

1. Once you arrive at London Stansted, you will need to catch the Stansted Express to Tottenham Hale. Stansted Airport rail station is directly below the terminal building. Tickets can be bought in advance or at the station.
   • Frequency: every 15 minutes
   • Journey time: 36 minutes
   • Fare: approximately £18
2. At Tottenham Hale, you will need to take the Victoria line on the London Underground to King’s Cross train station (journey time approx 20 minutes)
3. At King’s Cross Stations you will need to catch a train to Aviemore (AVM) via either:
   • Virgin Trains. Visit www.virgintrains.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets– Purchases in advance cost around £120 for the eight-hour scenic train ride.
   • East Coast Rail - Visit www.eastcoast.co.uk to view journey details, train times, choose seats and purchase tickets.
   • BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions. The three day pass must be completed within eight days. For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk
     • The EventBritain BritRail Pass is valid on the sleeper train as well: 
       •  Reclining seat – free reservation with EventBritain BritRail Pass
       •  Bed in shared cabin – £38
       •  Bed in solo cabin – £54
       • If you would like to upgrade to a sleeper train or reserve in advance, please call London – Aviemore sleeper train and mention you purchased  a BritRail pass online: Scot Rail – +44 8457 550033.  Reservations are only available a maximum of 60 days in advance
   • There is one direct service to Aviemore on Sunday 3^rd October:
     • Departing London King’s Cross at 12.00 arriving at 20.04 in Aviemore
4. Upon arrival in Aviemore you will be welcomed from the train with a true Scottish welcome. The Macdonald Aviemore Resort (featuring the four main accommodations serving the Adventure Travel World Summit) is just a short 5 minute stroll from the station.

Thanks to ATTA partner VisitScotland with American Airlines & Continental Airlines and VisitBritain with British Airways, flights to the 2010 Adventure Travel World Summit will be discounted – up to 15% off – for delegates and their guests.

British Airways

BRITISH AIRWAYS is pleased to offer attendees of the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) – Annual Summit 2010, the following discounts:

OFFER:

20% discount of First and Business class flexible fares

15% discount of World Traveller Plus flexible Fares

10% discount of World/Euro Traveller flexible fares

5% Discount of all other semi flexible fares in Business Class, World Traveller Plus and Traveller

The terms and conditions of the booking class will apply

Offer is open for purchase to attendees Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) – Annual Summit 2010 held in the UK

URL: http://www.britishairways.com/travel/fx/public/gb/cugAlias-oz694?source=CUG_oz694&eId=111042

Password: ATTA

American Airlines

Visit Scotland has partnered with American Airlines to provide attendees a 5% discount for the Adventure Travel World Summit in Aviemore, Scotland.

The valid travel dates for this discount are Oct 1, 2010 – Oct 10, 2010. Valid cities are London (Heathrow) or Manchester, England as well as Edinburgh or Glasgow, Scotland.* You can easily access American’s fares and apply this discount by going to www.aa.com to book your flight. Place the Authorization Number below in the promotion code box and your discount will be calculated automatically. This special discount is valid off any applicable published fares listed for American Airlines, American Eagle, and American Connection. International originating guests will need to contact your local reservation number and refer to the authorization number.

You may also call 1-800-433-1790 to book your flights, please refer to the Authorization Number below when you call. Please note there is a reservation service charge for all tickets issued by phone. Please use our preferred partner, American Airlines when you can because of the benefits provided to you as a traveler and to our organization for extended partner value.

Authorization Number 5% A25H0BN

*To book Edinburgh or Glasgow please call 1-800-433-1790 for assistance as flights are operated by British Airways and cannot be booked on AA.com.

Continental Airlines

Book your reservations online at www.continental.com and enter both the Z-code ZFED and Agreement code A982LQ (without a space) in the Offer Code Box to receive your discounted rate of 5-15%. Flights for delegates flying into Edinburgh (EDI) or Glasgow (GLA) only. Valid Travel Dates: September 29 – October 11, 2010

SCOTRAIL – Scotland’s Railway System

BRITRAIL-ACPRail

BritRail – VisitBritain offers ATWS delegates the option to purchase an eventBritain Britrail Pass for a standard rate of £99.00 which allows unlimited travel for a set period in England, Scotland and Wales on any scheduled trains over the whole of Great Britain’s National Rail network, without restrictions.  The three day pass must be completed within eight days.  For up-to-the-minute train times click here: www.nationalrail.co.uk .

• The EventBritain BritRail Pass is valid on the sleeper train as well: 
  •  Reclining seat – free reservation with EventBritain BritRail Pass
  •  Bed in shared cabin – £38
  •  Bed in solo cabin – £54
  • If you would like to upgrade to a sleeper train or reserve in advance, please call London – Aviemore sleeper train and mention you purchased  a BritRail pass online: Scot Rail – +44 8457 550033.  Reservations are only available a maximum of 60 days in advance.

Leisure:

• Scotland Day Tour
• National Trust for Scotland Pass
• Edinburgh Pass
• Essential London Kit
• London Shows

Corporate but also Travel Essentials:

• London Visitor Oyster (travel) Card
• Heathrow Express
• London to Edinburgh return ticket
• International SIM Cards