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The Caley Hotel in Edinburgh

September 26, 2018 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Ed Sheeran’s song ‘Castle on the Hill’ plays in my head as I take in the view from The Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian. Clinging to the craggy outcrop of an extinct volcano are the imposing fortress and mottled sandstone buildings of the Edinburgh Castle.  The Caledonian, or the 'Caley' as its affectionately known, proudly boasts more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Hotel and Restaurant Reviews, Hotel Reviews, Scotland, United Kingdom Tagged With: Hotel Review, Scotland, Waldorf Astoria The Caledonian, Where to stay in Edinburgh

Edinburgh culture, history and a shiny nosed dog

July 12, 2018 By Jennifer Johnston 2 Comments

Edinburgh what's not to love? As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh commands attention. But apart from being the country’s epi centre, Edinburgh exudes a distinctive charm that is difficult to resist. The compact layout of the city means it’s easy to get around and explore, even for someone like me with a hopeless sense of direction! I'd come … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Scotland, Single Mum Travel Tales Tagged With: Edinburgh, Edinburgh attractions, Edinburgh Scotland, Greyfriars Bobby, Top things to do in Edinburgh Scotland, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh, Where to stay in Edinburgh

Waldorf Astoria – The Caledonian, Edinburgh, Scotland

May 31, 2018 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Luxe hotel in the heart of Edinburgh I have an undeniable passion for Scotland fueled by a number of things, including the Scottish blood running deep within my veins, as well as my love of anything Outlander (books and TV series.)  So when I stepped into the hotel lobby of the Caledonian - I felt I'd arrived at a place I knew was going to be hard … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Hotel Reviews, Scotland Tagged With: Luxe hotel in Edinburgh, luxury accommodation in Edinburgh, Outlander Fans, places to stay in Edinburgh, Waldorf Astoria, Waldorf Astoria The Caledonian Edinburgh, what to do in Edinburgh, Where to stay in Edinburgh

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