Glasgow, situated in the west of Scotland is a major attraction both for tourists and business people. The population of Glasgow is known for its warmth, great sense of humour (who could ever forget it’s most famous son Billy Connolly?) and friendly hospitability, a fact that brings more than two million visitors a year to the city. There is something in Glasgow for everyone, from its wide range of museums and art galleries ancient and modern as well as the many festivals, conference and social events held in the city all through the year.

Deceptively cosmopolitan, Glasgow over the last few years has developed to be a major shopping location, with many high street stores, situated around the well known Buchanan and Argyle Streets that compete well with anything that London, Paris or Milan has to offer. Just check out the Prada, Harvey Nicholls and Armani shops located in the city. There are many shopping centres or “malls” to be visit in the city centre, all of which have been designed and remodelled to retain the character of Victorian architecture, making for an very exciting retail experience.

If its good food and entertainment that you are looking for Glasgow is up there with the best. The Glaswegians enjoy a good time and they have more than their fair share of first class restaurants and nightclubs to let your hair down in, after a hard days sightseeing or business. Glasgow is famous for its curry houses and has been named the number one location in UK for this food. The live entertainment scene in Glasgow is especially active, and the city has succeeded in producing some of the major pop groups to emerge in the UK over the last few years and of course many very good nightclubs.

If there is one thing that Glaswegians are passionate for is their football. The city is home to the best two teams in the country, Rangers and Celtic, and the followers of these clubs enjoy a rivalry that has been going on now for almost 150 years. Glasgow Celtic became the first British club to win the European Cup. If you get a chance to watch a football match during your stay in Glasgow take it as you will be sure of an unforgettable experience.

There are numerous car hire locations in the city and Glasgow international airport located on the western edge handles many flights around the world. Car hire desks are located inside the terminal building