It's quite a large but inviting travel agents, I really liked how each section was decorated. The…read morewoman we spoke to (name escapes me) was very informative and helpful in helping us choose a package that suited our needs. My only negative would be that they asked for a phone number and sometimes the reps can be borderline pushy, still nice..but calling everyday is a bit pushy.

This is an unusually large travel agents. it has a cafe in it which is different! i have always…read morefound the staff to be pleasant and helpful.

On the Esplanade, this tourist information centre is housed in the lovely old Winter Garden…read morebuilding which underwent complete refurbishment and reopened in 2001. It's very bright and spacious inside with plenty of free information to help you plan a stay in the area, maps, postcards and gifts and souvenirs too (from pens and china to tea towels and soap). There are children's books as well. There's usually a DVD playing which shows local places to visit, or attractions of Scotland generally. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. There is also a Genealogy Centre, a 90-seat theatre and a restaurant at the back. Open every day including Saturdays and Sundays.

After trying to book a trip to LA through a "travel price comparison" website, but with far too…read moremany options (I just want the cheapest flight that didn't take 3 days to get there!), I decided to head to STA to ask their advice. Well, the guy behind the desk was amazing! He literally asked me when and where I wanted to go, typed something into his computer, then literally seconds later, *PING!* he said "right, I can book you onto this flight, for this price, whatdayathink?" Wow. Quick and painless, I can tell you that, so I booked there and then. No fuss, no panic, no annoying questions (or popups). Thank you STA - I might even send you a postcard.

I've had a few experiences with STA travel over the years but none of which have involved actually…read morebooking a flight or holiday. No, I use them for travel insurance as it is has the cheapest rates going! Their 99p a day option covers the majority of your possessions (except sunglasses - do we lose them more than other things?) and the service is always brilliant. I have however nipped in to use their holiday planning brochures which are brilliant if your looking for a holiday in a quite little places yet to be touched by masses of tourists! I'm planning a holiday to NYC this summer and the rates here are second to none if you hold a matric card. New York for 279 quid! A serious bargain as a cheap flight outwith student travel is aroud 330. And with San Fran being only 369 its also worth a visit to the west coast of the north american continent! Round the world flights are also offered from 689 pounds with a flight from every major continient and a select flight within each one as well! Definitely the place to stop by if you're planning a trip with your pals or heading solo. You won't find cheaper!