Ultimate Adventure Glasgow

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This luxurious four-star hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city's shopping, entertainment and business district. Just off Sauchiehall Street, the Royal Concert Hall and the Theatre Royal are both nearby. The Thistle is Glasgow's biggest conference hotel and is a popular choice for business travelers, as well as anyone who suffers from claustrophobia since it has some of the largest hotel bedrooms in Scotland. It offers a wide choice of bars and restaurants, both on site and within easy walking distance.

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Whereas kart racing was once a sport engaged in almost exclusively by children, today it is a popular activity for corporate days out as well as groups of competitive friends. Scotkart accommodates all demographic categories at their indoor arena which, they boast, is the biggest in Scotland. A founder member of the National Karting Association, it has special junior sections, a variety of exciting course layouts and practice sessions to give beginners a chance. They now have another center at John Knox Street, Clydebank, G81 1NA. Remember to book in advance.

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Restaurant and Chef of the year at Scottish Curry Awards 2010

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Bukharah is home to the The UK's first female Asian Head Chef, Mahrukh Butt.The menu changes daily according to what is in season. Delight in popular Indian dishes with a healthy twist and develop new tastes in this delightful restaurant which boasts a trendy location.

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The only paintball company in Europe that hold the coveted ‘Investors in People Accreditation'

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Just 15minutes from the city centre Bedlam Glasgow paintballing offers a terrific Glasgow adventure. Bedlam  take fun seriously, so much so, they have created the most exhilarating and dramatic game zones you will ever play! Each zone throws you into an entirely unique mission and Bedlam's superior attention to detail is all part of the unforgettable experience. Brown Roadside Signs are en route to direct you to the venue, which is just  minutes from the city centre. You can expect top notch facilities and game play!

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The Parthenon serves coffee and snacks, as well as authentic Greek dishes and Cypriot specialties. The restaurant underwent a major refurbishment in celebration of its 10th anniversary and is now a mellow mix of earth tones, murals and chunky natural wood. Civilized, but with a somewhat relaxed atmosphere, there are lots of special offers for lunchtimes and early evening. Of course an a la carte menu is available for those who wish to have the most extensive choice at their fingertips and anyone who doesn't like making decisions can opt for the delicious traditional mezedes (for two people or more), which allows you to sample lots of different starters and main courses. A wealth of options - and they won't try to make you dance.

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With all the "genuine" Irish theme pubs springing up all over the city, it's harder to find one that real Irish people would be seen dead in than to steal a pot of gold off a leprechaun. Luckily for the ex-pats, Jinty's is one such elusive treasure. The hospitality here is legendary and everyone receives a warm welcome, even if they have a bit of trouble fighting through the crowds to get their Guinness. A beer garden provides much needed extra seating in summer and there's a party atmosphere every night from Sunday to Thursday with live music from local folk and cover bands.

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Glasgow Barfly is not just a popular venue but also a hub for all the bands that conspire to rock tomorrow. The venue holds various concerts by well known and relatively unknown bands too. Probably the best place to hear something fresh and unique, Glasgow Barfly is the best when it comes to hanging out with friends.

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Culinary specialists in sea-food and widely known for Sea Bass, Halibut, Lobster and Crayfish dishes

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Food fit for a king is served at this upmarket central restaurant. Amber Regent has a sumptuous and elaborate decor, almost suggesting that you are dining in an exclusive club. However, despite the veneer of sophistication, the atmosphere is always lively. There's no such thing as a quiet night here-it's always packed so remember to book. This is one of the more expensive Chinese restaurants in town but it's worth paying a little extra for such a high standard of culinary excellence. They specialize in seafood dishes but also create imaginative recipes like sliced venison in mandarin sauce and something slightly odder involving ostrich.

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Excellent prices and combines touring with a river rush thrown in!

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Get ready for a unique river rush right in the heart of the city! Let Seaforce take you on a fast powerboat ride or boat trip on the Clyde. Tours last from 1 hour to  5 hours and explore the Clyde Estuary and its spectacular sea lochs. There are also opportunities for stopping off for a meal or a visit to a friendly pub. Or take up the offer of instruction courses for adults and kids or boat hire.

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Sophisticated and urbane, the decor here has a rich art nouveau-esque Parisian feel with a marble staircase, gorgeous red velvet curtains and lots of wrought-iron and oak. The menu veers towards contemporary Scottish with a slight French influence, combining fresh local produce with continental flair. Although there are no big surprises on the menu, classic recipes are beautifully executed, well-presented and come in satisfying portions. A big mural by Donald McLeod of Icarus and some men in kilts provides a conversational topic when you tire of discussing how delicious the food is.

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Fabulous prices for this type of tour!

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Fly up the water from Glasgow to experience the River Clyde and Loch Lomond National Park. From Lowlands to Highlands. Or See Scotland's largest city from a new perspective. See busy streets, River Clyde and stadiums from the panoramic windows. This company also offers other fantastic events in Glasgow such as cookery courses and wine tasting!

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Situated more or less halfway between the center and the Sauchiehall Street clubs, this is a popular choice amongst the city's well-dressed youth for pre-club drinking and cocktails. A spectacular array of spirits and bottled beers dominate the upper floor while downstairs is a great wee restaurant serving both traditional food and delicacies from the Far East at very reasonable prices.

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For over 20 years the Sub Club has blasted tunes from deep below number 22 Jamaica Street.  Recently voted 10th Best Club in the World by ResidentAdvisor.net and voted in the top 30 in the world by DJ Magazine 2008. It's both a live music venue and a club destination that's undergoing a resurgence of popularity with the  young crowd. A Bodysonic dance floor, which pulsates the bass up through your feet, was installed a few years ago and it's always packed and clammy, but that's what gives it its atmosphere!

Expect the best music on the best sound systems and plenty of international artists. Weekend in, weekend out, you can find the best of the city's music makers playing to the hedonistic following on top notch sound  systems. The Optimo event which ran every Sunday for over 10 years ended earlier this year, with clubbers flying in from all over the world to attend . The Sunday slot has been replaced by Hung Up, which evolved from the intense affection  that greeted the final ever Optimo. Hung Up! will become an event based primarily on a bill of guest DJ drawn from the Optimo team peers and DJ mates  from the Glasgow clubbing scene and strengthened by live performances from bands selected by the Optimo team. 

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This lodge lies on the edge of Loch Lomond and is surrounded by some of Scotland's most stunning scenery. Only 15 miles north of Glasgow, the lodge is easily accessed from Junction 30 of the M8. The lodge dates back to the 18th Century, when it was involved in running ferries across the River Leven. In the 19th Century it became a hotel, and was visited by a number of famous visitors including Hans Christian Anderson in 1847 and the Empress Eugenie, wife of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte's nephew, in 1860. Cuisine is provided by member establishment, the Balloch House Hotel, which delight patrons with a menu oozing fresh seasonal dishes and a cellar full of top ales and wines. The pub also has a roaring log fire... all the ingredients for the perfect country pub and restaurant.

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Great for stag or hen parties! In fact birthday parties too!

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This water park is just outside Glasgow and offers a wide range of outdoor activities to suit all ages and interests. The parks sits on idyllic Loch Ard, within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. You can look forward to quad biking, canoeing, climbing/abseiling, cliff jumping, archery, mountain biking, fishing, horse riding, shooting, water park and orienteering. Best of all Aberfoyle is on the A821 and just about 25 miles north of Glasgow. They even organize overnight Camp outs for kids!

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Tucked away on the shores of Loch Lomond at Sallochy Bay lies Loch Lomond Wakeboard school. The school is delightfully within easy reach of Glasgow,. They offer wakeboarding lessons from the UK's top coaches for boarders and skaters of all ages and levels. You can choose individual wakeboard lessons to week long wake camps in luxury Loch Lomondside pads. The beauty of Loch Lomond, according to the school, is that you are more or less guaranteed flat calm water, no matter which way the wind is blowing.

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Spectacular location on the lochside!

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Duck Bay hotel sits on the Banks of Loch Lomond and their rooms proudly boast either stunning views over the Loch and Ben Lomond, aesthetically stunning views of the hills of Arden or views of the private court yard patios.

The bedrooms and suites are tastefully furnished and equipped to high standards with en-suite bath/shower rooms. You can look forward to a relaxing evening meal in the tastefully designed restaurant which is one of the most popular in Central Scotland. There is extensive seating areas outside to allow you to soak up the atmosphere that Loch Lomond and the Ben provides. This restaurant is turned into a music venue/ disco on selected evenings and is popular with locals and the Glasgow crowd.

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Great team building and esteem building in a fun way!

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This Glasgow paintball site is just 20 minutes from Glasgow centre and located within walking distance of Loch Lomond & the Trossochs National park near Balloch..excellent scenic areas for further escapades and enjoyment! This Glasgow adventure is an exciting fast paced & adrenaline pumping activity which encourages team-building and problem solving. They also offer other adventure activities such as 4x4 off-road trips coming in at only £40 per person, Archery and Clay pigeon shooting.

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This hotel enjoys a prime location by Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. You can enjoy internationally acclaimed stunning scenery. Major tourist attractions are handily nearby, Lomond Shores, Antartex Village and Loch Lomond Factory Outlets. Dumbarton Castle and a few of Scotland's top whiskey distilleries are only a 10 minute drive away. Glasgow city centre is only 45 minutes away! The hotel provides 17 well equipped and spacious bedrooms with colour TV and tea/ coffee making facilities. En suite rooms are also available. The stylish Raffles Lounge serves a double purpose, by day, up until 9pm the sophisticated lounge is a highly popular restaurant, offering a vast array of " to die for" dishes with top wines, champagne and a cocktail menu too! After 9PM, Raffles becomes one of Balloch's favourite nightlife areas with a wide selection of entertainment (live bands, disco, karaoke, quiz, poker and dvd nights). The complex also provides the friendly and NEWLY REFURBISHED Glenroy Bar where locals and tourists alike mingle for drinks and a chat. Live sporting events are shown on large plasma screens and you can enjoy live entertainment on Saturday Nights! Or head into The Back Room within the complex , which is is Loch Lomond's TOP late night venue!

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Loch Lomond Waterski Club is about 40-45 minutes outside of Glasgow centre. The club have been providing waterski lessons to  members, and tourists for years. Regardless of your level of skiing they will help you improve your skills, their motto is "Beginners are always welcome"! The club runs a Mastercraft tournament ski boat and provides a slalom course for more advanced skiers. The club is often used by corporates, V.I.P's and for filming purposes. Have your camera with you.. their customer list is like the Who's Who.. U2, Noel Gallagher , Carol Smillie, John Gordon Sinclair and Sally Mac Nair oh and the scenery! The season runs from May to September. This is a truly  beautiful area offering a host of outdoor activities for adults and kids alike. The  nearby Lomond Shores outlet also offers shopping, restaurants, more outdoor activities and a welcoming resting spot to relax and enjoy the spectacular  scenery!

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One of the top ranges for clay pigeon shooting in Scotland. Clay pigeon shooting is really quite an adventure and exhilarating sport. Why not give not try your hand in a safe and friendly surroundings? No previous experience is needed as you will be instructed by a former Scottish international clay pigeon shot. Best of all this is suitable for men and women of all ages (minimum 12 years).You can shoot any time from 11 am to 4 pm, except Sundays(No Shooting). This activity is currently priced at £45 per person for 50 clays, which includes the use of gun, ear defenders and expert tuition.
To boot you can enjoy the scenic Loch Lomond as your backdrop. The school is about a 30 min drive outside of Glasgow. Best of all they offer other adventure activities.You will have the opportunity to fly birds of prey, or try your hand at canoeing, cycling, walking trips, archery or quad biking.

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Beautiful area with lots of water sports and shopping to enjoy.

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It may not be able to boast a famous monster, but this unique loch is Britain's largest inland body of water with an area of 71 sq km. There's a treat in store for nature-lovers as around 200 species of birds and over 25 per cent of the nation's wild plants have been recorded in the area. Inside the visitors' centre, the main exhibit presents lots of fascinating information about the landscape, wildlife and heritage, including relevant literary descriptions from august personages such as Queen Victoria and Boswell. Luss itself is worth a look once you've had your fill of natural beauty. A pretty estate village dating back to the 19th century, it's now famous as the setting for STV's rural soap High Road.

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For over 10 years the rock bar King Tut's Wah Wah Hut has been one of Glasgow's leading concert venues, and clubs. It operates from  basement premises in Glasgow's St Vincent Street. It is  well known internationally as a springboard for new and emerging talent. It has already supported some of the UK music industry's biggest names in the early days of  their careers.  Bands such as Radiohead, Blur, Travis, Pulp and The Verve. Oasis were first spotted and signed in 1993 here!

They also run monthly comedy night where the likes of Phil Kay, Lynn Ferguson and Fred MacAuley have graced the stage, alongside some of Scotland's rising young comics. It has won several awards and in 2006, the New York Times, "Top 50 Places To Visit in the World", listed King Tut's Wah Wah Hut as the seventh best way to 'follow your bliss'.