European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - December 20, 1990, Darmstadt, Hesse                                A. K of a a a a f 7tv i a it a. A  i t �4r bonfires and bagpipes Are two of the traditional features of hog manay new year s eve in Scotland. Stepping into the new Yea the scottish Way hog manay dinner in a scottish hotel new York times new year s eve in Many european countries can be a rather High spirited affair with dancing and reveling in the streets bars and hotels. But Only in Scotland is the Celebration called hog manay. Hog manay hog a nay a the derivation of the word is hazy a is celebrated in a variety of ways and almost everyone in Scotland takes part in one Way or another. Hotel personnel or scottish  Likely to know what is going on locally. One tradition is called first footing in which the first person to enter a House after Midnight  a portent for the coming year. The Best Omen is when the first person is a dark haired Man in some parts of the country that visitor brings along a piece of Coal which is put on the House s fire and some whisky. In most \ f communities first footing consists of rounds of visits by friends from House to House after Midnight with. The visitors bringing along whisky wine or other spirits. A a a a a Quot. In some areas there Are outdoor bonfires or in an ancient tradition to Ward off evil spirits torchlight professionals led by bands. ,. In Edinburgh people gather in front of the tron Kirk the 17th-Century Church of i Ligh Street and. When the clock strikes Midnight there is much. Hugging and kissing and sharing of new year s wishes and bottles. Quot a a As the Celebration can got spirited it is suggested. That revellers not Wear their Best clothes. In Glasgow there is a Celebration in George Square from 10 30 . To 1 30 a.m., with scottish. Music and dancing. A a a a. There is no charge to attend but participants must have tickets so As to limit the number to. 15,0q0. No refreshments Are sold so people bring their own. A. For information on How to get tickets festival. Press Center William teacher building 14 Street Enoch Square Glasgow c14 b7 Tel 041 2277 5862 or 5987. \ a. A. Most bars in Scotland have a Celebration. According to an Edinburgh tourist official visitors should be aware that these parties can be rather High spirited. Some bars hold Ceilidh a performances of traditional music song and dance. Visitors to Scotland can attend hog manay celebrations in some hotels. For example in Edinburgh the caledonian hotel princes Street Edinburgh eh1 2abtel.225 2433 has a Choice of four dinners with dancing ranging from a four course dinner Ini the Gazebo restaurant for $131, to a six course meal for $191, in the Pompadour restaurant both with a Piper performing at Midnight. A a a. A the hospitality inn in Irvine 46 Annick Road Irvine Ayrshire ka114id, Scotland Tel. 74272. On the West coast has a three night package $451 a person including a Hall disco dance a fancy dress party and a poolside Buffet lunch. Johnston Burn House hotel Humble near Edinburgh eh36 5tl Tel. 533696 has a three. Night program dec 30 until breakfast Jan. 2, which includes a scottish feast with piping and a new year s Day Brunch for $480 a person a