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Schuh
Schuh was founded in 1981 in Edinburgh, and is pronounced "shoe". Their philosophy is to "provide individual high fashion footwear, sold in a unique and exciting retail environment." It sells a wide range of footwear from high heels to converse to Doc Martens as well as book bags and purses. There is always a sale on. There is also a store on Argyle Street.
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John Lewis
John Lewis Glasgow, in the Buchanan Galleries, offers 4 floors of the best in fashion, home and technology, plus free standard delivery. John Lewis is like the Macy's of Glasgow. It sells reliable products at reasonable prices. Often used for creating wedding registries. Departments include fashion, baby, home and garden, appliances, sport and more.
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SPT
SPT handles public transport in the Glasgow region, here is a quick summary on their travel services and deals. The Zone Card - You can get up to 50% off unlimited travel around the Strathclyde area on rail, subway, most buses and some ferries. The Glasgow Subway is the quickest and most effective way of getting around the centre of the city and SPT offers a range of tickets to suit varying needs.... (read more)
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Things to do in Glasgow with kids
There are heaps of things to do in Glasgow with kids. However what you do very much depends on the weather. I have not included many of the outdoor places in this guide ...just to be on safe side. But do check our kid friendly list for even more inspiration!
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Weekend in Glasgow
Glasgow is bursting with things to do anytime but especially at the weekend. This guide mixes romance with art and culture shopping and fun. So much so it would make a great guys or girls weekend! You may not manage to squeeze all the activities into your weekend in Glasgow...all the more reason to come again. Shopping in Glasgow is excellent. The merchant city shopping is internationally known bu... (read more - PDF guide)
Family History Glasgow Break
Those coming to the city to uncover their Glasgow family history will not be disappointed by the services available to help them or the accommodation and entertainment.
There is an abundance of great hotels but the Radisson offers a prime location for easily nipping around the city with the advantage of affordable luxury.
The family history centre at the Mitchel really does offer fantastic ser... (read more - PDF guide)
Ultimate Adventure Glasgow
You really can have the ultimate adventure in Glasgow. A lot of the activities obviously are outside the city centre (40-45 min drive max) So hotels in the loch side have been given for dining and for possible accommodation should you choose to stay out with the city centre.
Be sure though to visit the recommended restaurants, bars and clubs in Glasgow city and on the loch side, they always come... (read more - PDF guide)
A Cheap Glasgow Break
It is very possible to have a cheap Glasgow break, ranging from things to do, to places to eat. This guide is merely that, a guide..to make you aware that Glasgow has lots of low cost entertainment if you dig a bit deeper.
The city has to cater for it's large student population and as a result there are many bargains to be had in the city in terms of food and entertainment. To boot Glasgow is st... (read more - PDF guide)
