If you thought the other three Ghostbusters were sad that they didn't make Ghostbusters 3, how do…read moreyou think Bill Murray feeled? Exactly. First-Hand Experience: I wasn't treated very well here. The Rugby game was thrilling, not because of the action, I don't like Rugby, but because of the intense, packed, passionate crowd watching their home team of Scotland. What. A Thrill. Just need to get to Hampden for a Scotland game now. Also, the employees of the stadium were not particularly friendly at all. So this is really a 5-star stadium, and the only reason it receives a deduction is (1) the stewards were very unfriendly to me, and (2) it doesn't have a footy team playing here. It's too good of a stadium not to. I'm really not into rugby, and when a facility like this doesn't have a team, it's just a shame. Hearts or a new team should play here, I would think. Or Scotland should play some games here. They did watch Hearts play a friendly here against Barcelona to a sell out 58k crowd, but come on, what about on the regular? Anyway, it's one of the crown jewels of Scotland and is truly impressive and modern with 67k people able to get in here, and it looks a lot like the San Siro.

There are very few instances where you will see me fangirl out like a crazy person:…read more 1. For grumpy cat. 2. For any Doctor Who actor with the exception of ... because really, no one liked him very much. And 3. The All Blacks. Yup. I'm a secret rugby junkie. And by secret, I mean not at all, because I will bring it up at every possible occasion. But when I found out the All Blacks were playing Scotland a mere few weeks after I landed in Edina? Well Edinburgh, you're officially stuck with me you beautiful, serendipitous devil. Here's what I learned at Murrayfield Stadium: 1. The Scottish rugby team is much better than I was expecting. Calm down. This doesn't mean I didn't love them from the beginning - i'm from Canada, have you SEEN our team? And I loved THEM. So shush - I like an underdog. What I mean is that Scotland held it's own against the All Blacks when I was expecting them to be crushed. Call me a new Scottish superfan... 2. Scotland is cold. Bring a sweater. 3. The line ups for the ladies toilets are as bad in Scotland as in Canada and you should definitely not wait until the last possible moment or you're going to be stuck uncomfortably dancing in line. 4. The food selection is surprisingly good for a stadium. Tip of the hat to the food trucks. 5. As is the beer. Though it will come in strange plastic sippy cup bottles that will make you feel like a teenager. 6. Bagpipes are always delightful. 7. Scottish fans are perhaps the nicest people in the world and will stick to the bitter end to applaud their team instead of ducking out in the last ten minutes to try and beat rush hour. It's nice. All in all, this was one of the most pleasant stadium visits to date. It's exceptionally busy and the line ups for everything are super long - but it's stadium. What did you expect? However, the decent beverage selection and promise of BBQ'ed meats, take this place up a notch. I look forward to many a fangirl moment here to come.

We perused through a number of 'Sports' stores in Edinburgh and we could not find any football…read morejerseys for my husband. He was set on getting a Heart of Midlothian Football Club jersey as a souvenir from Edinburgh and so we decided to head to the stadium's gift shop which is what this review will be based on. Their team store had possibly some of *the cutest* merchandise I've seen for a football club in terms of merch for the little ones. There were west highland terrier, dinosaur, and bear shaped stuffed animals. They had pop it toys, adorable westie pencil cases, and clothing just to name a few. For the older crowd, they had a wide range of items that included your typical jerseys, keychains, apparel to nicer items like stainless steel water bottles, coffee mugs and tumblers, and a mix of candies. They didn't have my husband's size available in the jersey that he wanted, but he was able to snag some shorts as a souvenir which is a successful trip in my book! Definitely recommend a stop here if you're a football fan and wanting some Heart of Midlothian souvenirs!

They actually built a castle out of used watches and clocks, and called it "Timecastle." Sounds…read morelike a sci-fi TV show or something. First-Hand Experience: More info about my personal experience at this stadium - I believe that other than Celtic Park, Tynecastle is up there with Dundee United as the most intense atmosphere in Scotland. I've now seen 4 games here (including one when I was still a teenager), and it's left a permanent mark on me. It's a thrill to be in here. It's dark and imposing, it's intense and cauldron-like. It's the heart and soul of Edinburgh football. Everyone was very nice to me (even Hibs fans in town), and I can't think of a club other than the Old Firm and DUFC that inspires more intense passion from supporters than HM1874. Yes they have been around that long. I was most recently here at Tynecastle just last year in late 2014, and will be visiting again in 2016. It needs a bit of a facelift but it's still 5 stars all the way from me. So when I was doing my first tour of Scotland in 2011, I also hit up every single stadium in the country. My obsession with footy (soccer to Americans) is the reason. Every stadium review - like all my reviews - are based on first-hand personal experience, usually from multiple visits. As recently as Fall 2014, when I was "stuck" in UK for 3 months, I went to most of them yet again while travelling. I have pictures of me at many of them, which I will post later. Also, when back in Scotland I plan to take more pix, and add more stadia! So watch this space! *** return to regular review *** Anyway, Tynecastle is one of the great stadiums of British football. It's grand and intense and has a wonderful atmosphere, with the third highest average crowd of any club in Scotland. It probably has the best atmosphere of any club in Scotland. It holds 17k and has been around since 1886. It has a beautiful big illuminated Hearts mosaic badge on the outside of it. Bravo. Scotland played many games here as recently as 2003. In 2004, the owners tried to sell the stadium but the "Save Our Hearts" campaign saved it. In other news, it's Gorgie-ous.

Clean, happy, family pool which has a great 'Women Only' night which also doesn't involve kids dive…read morebombing you. Life guards are friendly and helpful and you feel safe for yourself and your possessions - I might be the only person that thinks every time - "I'm stripping off and leaving my stuff in a box while I go and get really wet" but I feel secure when I do it. And, I've never caught anyone stealing my shampoo which is always a good thing I guess.

This is a great gym! I come for the fitness classes as Glenogle (my closest) is quite small and…read moredoesn't offer a lot. Ainslie Park on the other hand has a great variety of classes, especially Les Mills, and enough space that it actually feels like a proper gym. The changing rooms are clean, staff are super friendly and willing to help you out. This is slowly becoming my main gym (sorry Glenogle!)

My first premier game! 51k were in attendance and it was absolutely electric!!! Newcastle ended up…read morewith the win. Super clean stadium with great seats all around. Very well ran. Infectious atmosphere. More of this in my life!

My family had the pleasure of attending a game recently at St. James' Park…read more.. Sadly, Newcastle lost to West Ham, but the experience was pretty special regardless. We were treated to seats in a suite which was an amazing experience and included a full meal with several courses, drinks, snacks, special pins for the game, programs, and more. Service was attentive and friendly and the seating both in and outside of the suite itself was comfortable and convenient. We rideshared to the stadium, which worked out well but getting a ride after was a bit challenging. Even so, if you have the opportunity to attend a game here or check it out, do it! You will not regret it!

Myyrhton Park was a stadium built entirely of Myrrh, built by the third of the three wise men…read more(Three Kings indeed) upon the end of their reverse-pilgrimage from the holy lands to unholy Perth. Where were you at the Perth of your child? Hopefully not at this stadium. First-Hand Experience: I was a kid when I came here. You may think I was too young to remember, but in fact, I was the only reason my family brought me here. I demanded to visit every stadium in every town we went through when we were on holiday. I was obsessed with footy and I still am. I must have been a nightmare to deal with. Or maybe not. Who cares anymore, it's in the past. I remember this stadium looked like it was literally about to fall apart. It was a wreck. It was one of the scariest looking, most run down, least impressive stadia I ever saw. I give it an extra star because ASDA came in and saved it and built them a shiny new one across town. What a lovely story. I've been back to the site of this stadium since, and I think it's best that it was demolished. It's a nice little shopping area now. From 1924 to 1989, St. Johnstone played here, until ASDA decided they wanted to build a superstore here, and so they actually put in the money for the new stadium in return for this land. Boo ASDA, really. Then again, the new stadium is nice so I guess it's fair enough. In fact, if you talk to the hardcore fans it seems like ASDA saved the club and so maybe someone at ASDA is actually a big fan of Scottish football, who knows. I really think the world is quite safe by the way but Americans Still Don't Agree ;) The stadium was a death trap so it scores a 2.

Amazing just one thing the toilets are not clean love going to watch my team to play even when we…read morelose

If your dice like to spray tan, then they should try the super-dark Mistic Tan, because then you…read morewill have even "tanner dice." First-Hand Experience: More info about my personal experience at this stadium - Tannadice Park is one of my fave stadiums because of the name, the intense atmosphere (possibly the loudest in Scotland) and the team that plays here. I've seen home games here on 3 occasions including once when I was little, and I intend to come back here many more times and bring my girl here someday. I love it, I love how orange and intense and windy and cold and awesome it is. However, I can't give it that 5 stars. When I went back in 2014 most recently, I remember thinking... if they just fill in the corners and modernize it a bit, it could be one of the best stadiums in the UK. And so much less cold! Maybe one of these days. So when I was doing my first tour of Scotland in 2011, I also hit up every single stadium in the country. My obsession with footy (soccer to Americans) is the reason. Every stadium review - like all my reviews - are based on first-hand personal experience, usually from multiple visits. As recently as Fall 2014, when I was "stuck" in UK for 3 months, I went to most of them yet again while travelling. I have pictures of me at many of them, which I will post later. Also, when back in Scotland I plan to take more pix, and add more stadia! So watch this space! *** return to regular review *** It holds just over 14k and is just a few yards away from Dundee's stadium. Dundee United play here in bright orange, which is why the whole stadium is bright orange. It's in the middle of a neighbourhood and it's really lovely here, watching games here is a thrill and the fans are fantastic. It's been in use since 1883. It is one of the best atmospheres in Scottish football and everyone should see a game here before you eat Haggis or Deep Fried Mars Bars. If they fill in the corners and increase the acoustics it'll get 5.

For a great day out try Newcastle Races. You can get there by taxi for around £10 from central…read morestation or they have free buses running 2 hours proir to the first race and 2 hours after, you would pick one of these up at either four lane end or regent centre metro stops. It costs about £13 to get in and there are plenty of food and drink outlets inside the course. There is also quite a large indoor area so if the weather is not too good you can take cover. You can get packages from around £30 which is good if you are in a group, which would include something like afternoon tea. The main events are the john smiths plate in late June its, packed during this weekend and booking is advisible. Overall A fun day out with either family or friends.

McDiamond Park is owned by McDiamonds, a fanous "fast jewels" chain which has the symbol of the…read more"sparkling arches." They have franchised all over the world, including building a city named Perth in Australia, to mimic the one here in Scotland. But not really. First-Hand Experience: More info about my personal experience at this stadium - my concert in Perth went fairly well, so the following morning, I stopped by the footy stadium as I usually do and hung out there for awhile. I used wifi in the parking lot, walked around the grounds and even got to sneak inside (as I usually do at the smaller grounds, and it's not too hard. That's what she said). It's a decent new stadium (new-ish, opened in the late 80s), and I took pictures and imagined what it would be like to see STJ play here at some point. One of these days, I will. I'll be back here, that's for sure. I think if the stadium gets upgraded and expanded it will be more likely to be a four star, though. It just looked a little small and incomplete when you get in there. So when I was doing my first tour of Scotland in 2011, I also hit up every single stadium in the country. My obsession with footy (soccer to Americans) is the reason. Every stadium review - like all my reviews - are based on first-hand personal experience, usually from multiple visits. As recently as Fall 2014, when I was "stuck" in UK for 3 months, I went to most of them yet again while travelling. I have pictures of me at many of them, which I will post later. Also, when back in Scotland I plan to take more pix, and add more stadia! So watch this space! *** return to regular review *** This is where St. Johnstone play, and opened in 1989 and is very colourful. It cost 5 mil to build and can host nearly 11k. This was in fact the first purpose built all seater stadium in the UK. It's a nice stadium, but it has open corners, lacks atmosphere, and gets less than 3k on average to games.

Gala Banks sounds like Tyra's stripper sister (or Briana's crossdressing brother), but it's…read moreactually a "stadium", and I use the word liberally. I do a lot of things liberally. First-Hand Experience: More info about my personal experience at this stadium - I've been inside this tiny stadium, but not for a game. It's honestly one of the poorest stadiums I've seen because of it's tiny size and lack of facilities. However it means a lot to the people of the town and I appreciate that. And I love the team that plays here. It just looked like a park, to me. So when I was doing my first tour of Scotland in 2011, I also hit up every single stadium in the country. My obsession with footy (soccer to Americans) is the reason. Every stadium review - like all my reviews - are based on first-hand personal experience, usually from multiple visits. As recently as Fall 2014, when I was "stuck" in UK for 3 months, I went to most of them yet again while travelling. I have pictures of me at many of them, which I will post later. Also, when back in Scotland I plan to take more pix, and add more stadia! So watch this space! *** return to regular review *** Galabank isn't a stadium as much as it's a little park in a freezing windy part of South West Scotland. But that's okay, because the team that plays here is finally experiencing league football after 60 years not in the professional leagues. So congrats to them. It can only hold 2k people. When they played Rangers here they had a sell-out crowd of 2,500 (giggling).