On 23 December, we made our way to Edinburgh from Aberdeen. It was, as usual, a long 2.5 hour drive for us (although the locals don’t seem to think that’s long). Well, coming from a tiny island like Singapore, where it’s only 43km across, you may be able to see my point.
Upon arrival, we checked into the newly refurbished George Hotel, our second visit. This time around, we got a bigger room! It was lovely with a nice view to boot. Setting our bags down, we started our adventure in this beautiful city which we knew a little better now after our first visit the week before.
Starved after our “long” journey, our first stop was the German Market at Princes Street for the ‘steak on a roll’ and ‘hot potatoes’ that left such an indelible (and delicious) impression on us from our first visit. Standing at a cosy corner of the markets munching on a piping hot and tasty steak roll was my idea of heaven at that point. Finishing that fantastic meal with a hot cup of raspberry wine and Nutella crepe left me the most contented person on Earth that minute, I was sure.
With batteries recharged, we embarked on our trip to the Edinburgh Castle. Taking the City Sightseeing open-top bus for the second time (a wonderful way to soak in the sights on this gorgeous city), we arrived shortly at our destination. Unfortunately, visibility was poor that day, thanks to a dense fog which had enveloped the entire city. Well, as the commentary on the open-top bus offered, at least we can now say we’ve seen the Scottish mist! Nevertheless, the fog did nothing to take away the magnificence of the Castle, which we were able to see up close. We explored its every nook and cranny and also caught a glimpse of the Scottish Honours, as well as studied and took in its rich and fascinating history.
Completing our tour of the castle, we headed for the interesting Museum of Childhood, the first of its kind in the world. It was simply delightful, taking in all the wonderful toys that have enthralled generations all over the world through the ages. That done, no day could be complete without undoubtedly the best experience in the world, shopping! Zara, Topshop, Monsoon, Prada, Marks & Spencer, Accessorize were my ports of call as I rounded my day off in glamorous fashion, lugging a truck load of goodies back to my cosy hotel room.
My prized possession of the day was an Enzo Milano Curling Iron. I was told it is widely used by celebrity hairstylists in Hollywood. What do you think? Not bad eh?
We ended our splendid Christmas with a musical - Ian Fleming's Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Edinburgh Playhouse. It was truly the most fantasmagorical stage musical I have ever seen. The props were extraordinary and the performance was breathtaking.
What a remarkable 4 days. Definitely a Christmas to remember, I would say.
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I've never been to England but it looks like fun! Did you visit any nearby pubs?
Happy New year to you!
(Oh, and I love your curly hair!)
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