Question 1

If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Edinburgh holiday package?

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Don't worry if you're rethinking your Edinburgh holiday package — you can cancel or amend your booking. And if you've booked it within the last 24 hours, you may be able to do it at no cost. However, bookings made more than 24 hours ago may incur a fee from your hotel, airline or car rental company. We totally get that your circumstances can suddenly change, so head to our Customer Service Portal if that happens. When you're ready to make changes, we'll be here to help.

Question 2

Where should I stay in Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

New Town is a great base for your upcoming Edinburgh escape. Secure a room in a nice hotel and spend your days wandering around popular attractions such as Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street Gardens. Old Town is another option. Base yourself here and Edinburgh Castle and St. Giles Cathedral will be within easy reach of your hotel.

Question 3

What are the top hotels in Edinburgh?

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If you're planning to stay in the New Town neighbourhood, some excellent options are InterContinental Edinburgh The George and The Balmoral Hotel. West End is another popular Edinburgh area. We recommend Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian or Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket if you prefer this part of town.

Question 4

When is the best time of year to visit Edinburgh?

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is considered to be the high season in Edinburgh, while is typically much quieter. If you're looking for an awesome deal on your Edinburgh holiday, consider the month of . It's also worth keeping in mind that is usually the priciest time of year to visit.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book my Edinburgh holiday?

Accepted Answer

It all depends on the airline, but you can generally compare international airfares on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. While it's generally a good idea to book ahead of time, lucky travellers occasionally nab a cheaper flight only weeks before the date of departure.

Question 6

What should I know before booking an Edinburgh travel package?

Accepted Answer

You can look forward to saving with an Expedia travel package. Bundle your airfares, rental cars and hotels and pick up terrific discounts. You're not limited to hotels, though. Book with us and select from beach villas, city apartments and even houseboats and castles!

Question 7

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Edinburgh holiday packages?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to spread the price of your hotel and flight over a number of installments, Expedia is here to help. Paying the total cost of your journey upfront isn't always the best way to budget for your holiday, so we've teamed up with online lender Affirm to give you financial freedom. Book Now, Pay Later and remove the stress of saving to travel.

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