Posts Tagged ‘hospitality’
Scottish Ballet’s spellbinding performance
‘Be kind, have courage and always believe in a little magic.’ From glistening glass slippers to ethereal Fairy Godmothers, pure white ball gowns to pumpkin carriages, Cinderella is an enchanting classic whose beauty never fades. But it is a remarkable feat to bring such magic to life on a stage, and to entertain an audience…
Read MoreDumfries House honoured at awards ceremony
The Dumfries House estate was recognised as one of Ayrshire’s outstanding destinations as its staff and facilities gained six prizes in a prestigious national awards. Hospitality staff at the estate near Cumnock, saved for the nation by HRH The Prince of Wales 12 years ago, were praised for their efforts at The Scottish Hotel Of…
Read MoreTrue OriGINS Festival to bring Scottish gin home
A new festival celebrating Scottish craft gin and showcasing 80 different gins from across the country is to be held nationwide this year. With UK gin sales doubling in the last five years and Brits spending around £516 million on bottles of ‘mother’s ruin’ – the popularity of gin shows no sign of slowing. It…
Read MoreYoungsters work as quality and tourism advisors
A group of high school pupils got a taste of working for the national tourism organisation by stepping into the shoes of Quality and Tourism Advisors for the day. The four pupils from Lornshill Academy in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, visited Highland Safaris in Perthshire to gain first-hand experience at the Scottish tourism industry’s frontline. The visitor…
Read MoreRomantic getaway awaits after refurbishment
A boutique Edinburgh city centre hotel which was refurbished following a devastating fire is offering a romantic getaway. Nira Caledonia reopened its doors to the public just in time for summer following a £1.4 million intensive project to restore half of the hotel devastated by a fire in 2017. The Stockbridge establishment called on the…
Read MoreChoosing a tailor-made cruise is the ideal break
Escape from the stresses and strains of everyday living by enjoying a life on the ocean waves. Red Moon Cruises offer exclusive, tailor- made cruises perfect for couples, families or groups of friends. Imagine escaping in your own private cruise boat to sail wherever you wish (weather permitting!), while you watch some of the world’s most superb scenery go…
Read MoreContemporary luxury in the Scottish capital
Everyone enjoys a break, especially with the chance to indulge in contemporary luxury. Perfectly positioned at the intersection of some of Edinburgh’s most historic streets, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh embodies the city’s vibrant, creative and charismatic appeal that it is known and loved for. The hotel boasts striking views of the city,…
Read MoreWhisky hotel marks its 125th birthday in style
The Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside, known as one of the best whisky hotels in the world, is celebrating its 125th anniversary this month. The hotel is owned by businessman Piers Adam whose father had an affinity with Speyside after spending time in the region during the war. One of his last wishes was to travel…
Read MoreA new capital challenge awaits for Andrea
A leading Scots hotel has promoted one of its team members to a new role. Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian, has chosen Andrea Bullen as its new director of sales. Andrea originally joined the team in 2015, based in London as a sales manager focused on building the MICE market for the hotel, as…
Read MorePeace events will mark 30 years since Lockerbie bombing
A rider on a white horse will join young people, parents and grandparents and others, carrying the flags of the nations which lost people in the Lockerbie bombing for a 30th anniversary Walk for Peace. The hill walk is one of three linked Journey Towards Peace events that focus on hope, kindness and the need…
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