Posts Tagged ‘hotel’
100 new jobs being created at Trump Turnberry
A leading Scots hotel has announced that it is to create up to 100 new jobs, as part of the resort’s growth plans in 2019. Trump Turnberry, the iconic resort on the Ayrshire coast, will hold a two-day recruitment drive on Wednesday 13 March (10am-2pm) and Saturday 16 March (noon–4pm), aimed at seeking out exceptional…
Read MoreThe hotel bookings that come with a Book Master
A leading Scots hotel has announced a new concierge offering called Book Master, which is now available for guests at the iconic Edinburgh hotel. In response to consumer demand, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian has created the service. Whether it is recommending celebrated Edinburgh novel The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde,…
Read MoreZonin indulges in some California dreamin’
Peter Ranscombe explores Zonin’s plans for expansion in California, Russia and Italy with prosecco prince Michele Zonin. PROSECCO producer Zonin may have deep roots in Italy stretching back nearly 200 years, but Michele Zonin had a distinctly international focus when I caught up with the company’s vice-president on Friday. Part of the seventh generation of…
Read MoreFive of the best from Domaine des Tourelles
Peter Ranscombe picks his favourite bottles from a Lebanese winery that traces its roots back to 1868. HAVING grown up in the 1980s, it’s hard not to think of Lebanon without remembering the country’s long-running civil war. From the kidnapping of Brian Keenan, John McCarthy and Terry Waite through to “Beirut” becoming a byword for…
Read MoreThis spacious modern villa is in pristine condition
An immaculate modern villa offering handsomely proportioned living accommodation is available in Kinross-shire. Presented to the market by Rettie in Edinburgh, this home in Kellieside Park, by Milnathort, is set over one floor, and finished to an exacting standard of contemporary specification, with high quality fixtures and fittings. Built by the well-regarded construction firm, Premier…
Read MoreIt looks like a traditional home – but it’s a modern build
An attractive modern home build in a traditional style is now available for purchase. Blenkiron, in Fowlis Wester, Crieff, Perthshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith. Blenkiron is an impressive, detached house, facing south-east, providing a good layout with well-proportioned rooms. There are many fine and interesting features with generous family living space for entertaining.…
Read MorePerfect pampering at Macdonald Marine Hotel
I know and you know that January is the longest month of the year. It contains the same number of days as 3 singular months combined and that’s just pure scientific and mathematical fact. With this in mind, a chance to try the Macdonald Spa Collection’s ‘New You Spa Day’ package with my best friend…
Read MoreLA’s Scots stars celebrated at a special Burns Bash
If ever there was a Burns Supper to be at, then it was most definitely this one. Last week, a star-studded Burns Bash was held in Los Angeles at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows to raise funds for BAFTA LA’s Scottish Scholarships, which provide financial support to Scottish students studying the creative arts in…
Read MoreA new secret to be found in whisky-filled Cave Bar
A Scots hotel has revealed its biggest secret – a brand-new casual dining experience in its award-winning Cave Bar. 1236 is a new chapter in the history of Meldrum House in Aberdeenshire. The Cave Bar is in the oldest part of the 800-year old building and so it seemed apt to call it 1236 –…
Read MoreJust under two weeks to raise £8630 for castle
There’s just two weeks left to help raise the first £10,000 needed to save a Scots castle from crumbling. The Kinloch Castle Friends Association Crowdfunding appeal began on January 14, but has raised just 14% of its target, as 33 generous supporters have donated £1430. The association was formed in 1996, with the aim of…
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