Situated in a prominent position between London’s prestigious Knightsbridge and Mayfair is The Lanesborough, a five-star luxury hotel by the Oetker Collection. The buildings impressive white exterior exudes the grandeur of the regency period and has undergone many changes since it was built back in 1719. After opening up its doors on 30th December 1991 [...]
Situated on the elegant Albemarle Street in London’s upscale district of Mayfair, is the highly acclaimed Rocco Forte’s Brown’s Hotel. After visiting a couple of years ago and thoroughly enjoying my stay, I couldn’t wait to return and experience more of what this renowned establishment has to offer. Arriving outside its impressive white exterior you [...]
Situated in Edinburgh's city centre at the foot of the iconic Calton Hill is the impressive four-star hotel, Courtyard By Marriot. Its prominent position makes it extremely accessible and acts an excellent base to explore everything this beautiful city has to offer. The exterior of the hotel exudes the typical Georgian style that Edinburgh is [...]
There is nothing better than being a tourist in your own city and over the past year of travel restrictions, it has given me the perfect opportunity to do just that. Even though I cast my gaze over the stunning sights of Edinburgh on a daily basis, being able to explore the city as a [...]
Edinburgh is renowned as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and luckily for me, I get to reside in this historic gem. Even though I stay in Edinburgh, there is nothing I love more than to experience a staycation in my own city. It not only allows me to experience all the fantastic [...]
With Scottish tourism opening up this week it’s time to get planning your first staycation. Situated only five minutes from Edinburgh city centre is the impressive and renowned Prestonfield House hotel, owned by hotelier-restaurateur James Thomson OBE. This historic building sits within its 20-acre garden, its white baroque exterior standing proud against the rugged backdrop [...]
Located in the quaint village of Braemar in the Scottish Highlands is the luxurious boutique hotel, the Fife Arms Hotel. This Victorian establishment was meticulously transformed in 2018 by new owners Iwan and Manuela Wirth, co-founders of the revered global gallery Hauser & Wirth. The restoration injected new vigour into the building whilst carefully respecting [...]
The Balmoral hotel, by the renowned Rocco Forte group is one of my favourite places in Edinburgh. Working adjacent to its iconic clock tower, it always manages to entice me in and every time I visit, I feel so proud that this historic building is part of my city. The hotel is a well-loved landmark [...]
Situated on the picturesque banks of Loch Ness is Foyers Lodge, a distinctive and luxurious guest house. Recently, I was invited to stay whilst exploring the Scottish Highlands. Having previously stayed in numerous accommodations along Loch Ness, I was keen to find out what this particular hidden gem had to offer. Owners Anna and Phil [...]
Located on the outskirts of Pitlochry in Perthshire is the 17th Century built East Haugh House hotel and restaurant. Originally erected as part of the Atholl Estate, it was converted into a hotel in 1989 by the McGown family who still run the four-star hotel today. Their personal and dedicated approach has won the hotel [...]
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