An Intimate Estate Getaway, A Country House, A Grand Hotel in Edinburgh's Center and A Famous Golf Course
06-15-2009
SCOTLAND'S HOGMANAY (NEW YEAR) USHERS IN A HOST OF
CELEBRATORY SPECIALS FROM CONNOISSEURS SCOTLAND'S RESORTS
Edinburgh, Scotland, June 2009 � In Scotland, ringing in the New Year � or Hogmanay, as it is traditionally called � is the most important holiday of the year, evolving from pagan rituals when smaller celebrations included �first-footing� (the first to cross the threshold after midnight determines the owner's luck for the coming year), traditional ceilidh dances and the more recent singing of Robert Burns' �Auld Lang Syne� into city-wide celebrations with torchlight processions, live musical performances, fireworks and more. Whether seeking to celebrate quietly or join the ' the biggest party of the year' in Edinburgh, Connoisseurs Scotland offers a range of diverse properties from which to choose - many with holiday specials.
- Set deep within a 44-acre estate is Myres Castle, a five-star property offering �The Ultimate Christmas and New Year Hideaway� package featuring a private New Year�s celebration � complete with a Highland piper, a classic ceilidh and fireworks � fit for 12-20 people. The special includes lodging in one of ten beautifully appointed suites, all meals � breakfast, a light lunch, afternoon tea and a five-course dinner � and exclusive use of Myres Castle�s dedicated staff and grounds, including the lavishly decorated drawing room, library, billiard room, study and cosy Victorian kitchen. Price is �395 ($646*) per person per night based on a stay of at least three nights.
- Cringletie House, a country house hotel surrounded by woodlands and gardens, offers the best of both worlds � located less than 18 miles from Edinburgh, the hotel is offering a luxurious New Year�s special, December 30 to January 1, as well as easy access to the city�s four-day festivities. The special includes accommodations and a New Year�s Eve Gala dinner � complete with sumptuous food, flowing champagne, a live band and a piper � with prices for all three nights starting at �640 ($1,046) per person, double. Guests can spend their free time enjoying walks in the scenic border countryside, taking a dance class, visiting historic sites or attending Edinburgh�s Hogmanay.
- Originally built in 1687 as the home of a Lord � with many of the original furnishings lavishly restored and complemented with new, opulent decorations � it is no wonder that Prestonfield is Edinburgh�s only hotel awarded five red stars by AA. Located in the middle of the city, Prestonfield is at the center of the New Year�s hubbub and festivities, and offers its own as well � Prestonfield�s Annual Hogmanay Gala Ball, a black tie affair which sells out every year and features a decadent five-course gourmet dinner; cost is �85 ($139) per person.
- The five-star Old Course Hotel, Golf Course & Spa, famous for its innovative spa services and location overlooking the famous links courses and the breathtaking Scottish coastline, invites guests to ring in the New Year the traditional Scottish way � with their own luxurious touches. The Hogmanay Experience package includes champagne and canap�s upon arrival; two or three nights in one of 144 beautifully appointed rooms; access to the Kohler Water Spa; an award-winning afternoon tea; and a champagne reception followed by a five-course Scottish Banquet, entertainment and bagpipes. Price per person, double, is �550 ($899) for two nights and �745 ($1,218) for three; children under two stay free and ages 2-16 stay for �45 ($74) per night when sharing a room with two adults.
Connoisseurs Scotland's 23 members include four of the world's finest golf resorts including Gleneagles and Old Course, Inverlochy Castle - recently voted the best hotel in Europe, six outstanding city centre properties, Edinburgh�s only 5 Red Star hotel, a 19th-century castle health spa, a collection of intimate country house hotels, the Royal Scotsman luxury train, two exclusive use properties and three properties set in scenic coastal locations. Four properties boast Michelin-starred restaurants. Information on Connoisseurs Scotland, its member resorts and special offers can be found at www.luxuryscotland.co.uk.
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