Tag: edinburgh
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Edinburgh Old & New Town – A UNESCO World Heritage Site | Exploring Scotland
Edinburgh was everything that I was hoping it would be and more. I enjoyed my first round so much that I came back again a couple years later. Much of my love for this city was the majestic Old Town neighborhood, and the Royal Mile. Although New Town Edinburgh was quite exciting too, and where…
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The Extraordinary Edinburgh Castle | Discovering Scotland
Edinburgh Castle is by far my most favorite in the United Kingdom. I have been to numerous fortified castle structures throughout Europe and the UK, and this one has always stood out. It was just not the castle alone, but the encompassing of old town Edinburgh, the Royal Mile, and the castle that created a…
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A Classic Scottish Afternoon Tea | The Balmoral in Edinburgh
I have always delighted in the whole experience of afternoon tea; the formality and the deliciousness that comes with a proper tea service. There are many interpretations of afternoon tea from a casual café setting, to the opulence of a Palm Court. There are not many stylish Palm Courts left in the world, a handful…
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Inverness, Scotland | Exploring the Scottish Highlands
I had come to Inverness as my jumping off point to the Orkney Islands, which is an archipelago at the Northern tip of Scotland. I had stayed for several days in this pleasant city at the mouth of the River Ness, and was completely charmed. Inverness is very walkable with interesting architecture, a multi steeple…
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Lunch Break at Harry Potter’s “Birthplace” | The Elephant House in Edinburgh, Scotland
The majestic and magical city of Edinburgh has been a favorite of mine for several years. Old Town was just as I had pictured it, the alluring medieval buildings paired with the haunting vibe of the Royal Mile, created many stirring stores in my mind. It was no wonder that Edinburgh became the “Birthplace” of…
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For the Love of Afternoon Tea – Part One
Is it love or an obsession? I may be obsessed with my love for afternoon tea, or I may be in love with my obsession. At this point in the game, I doubt it matters. I have always delighted in the whole experience; the formality and the deliciousness that comes with a proper tea service.…
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What I ate in SCOTLAND – A Food Journal
As part of any traveling experience, discovering a region’s food and drink scene are important to understanding a culture. I had found Scottish food to be very hearty and caloric rich, as well as down right delectable. The heaviness of the dishes can be attributed to the country’s history, what was available, and the brisk…
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