Virgin Money Street of Light

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On Monday the stunning The Virgin Money Street of Light Show was unveiled to the public. The night-time event will be held every night from 30th November – 24th December 2015 with showings at 6.30pm and 8.15pm Monday – Saturday and 5.30pm and 7.30pm on Sunday (lasting 20 minutes). Its takes place on the Royal Mile between St. Giles Cathedral to the Tron Kirk. This is an event not to be missed over the festive period!

For more information on the event click on the link above. We still have limited availability throughout December at our York Place Apartments book direct and receive free gift on arrival!

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The Edinburgh Charity Christmas Festival

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It may be November but Edinburgh is into the Christmas Spirit already. The past weekend saw Christmas Markets officially opened and the city centre lights turned on. And it doesn’t look like the festivities will be fizzling out anytime soon!

The The Edinburgh Christmas Charity Festival will be held in Stockbridge from Saturday 5th – 6th December. It is organised by Great Scottish Events and aims to provide activities on behalf of local and national charities. 100% of all monies received will go to to charity including any gift aid. An event not to be missed!

Golden Oldies Rugby Festival 2016

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We’re proud to announce we are part of the official destination management team for next years Golden Oldies Rugby Festival in Cardiff (21st – 28th August, 2016). Aimed at those over the age of 35, this will be an absolute corker with teams from around the World taking part. Held in The Millennium Stadium, this is a fitting venue for an event that is a celebration of Rugby.

If you are interested in putting a team forward for this event please do not hesitate to contact us on 0131 556 3840 or email info@glorydays.uk.com

Botanics Light Show

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For those of you that are coming to Edinburgh over November, be sure to check out the Botanics Light Show! Held in The Royal Botanical Gardens between the 29th October – 22nd November, the lighting show will brighten up even the coldest and darkest nights this Autumn.

Located only a short walk from the Botanics, our Rodney Street Apartments are ideally located to visit this night-time event. If you are interested in staying at any of our apartments please do not hesitate to contact us on 0131 556 3840 or email enquiries@destinationedinburghapartments.co.uk

Edinburgh Restaurant Festival 8th – 18th October 2015

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Edin Restaurant Festival

If you’re coming to Edinburgh over October be sure to check out the Edinburgh Restaurant Festival running from Thursday 8th – Sunday 18th October.

Great value Foodie Festival in the heart of the city – not to be missed! For more info click on the picture above.

Commemorate The 144th Open at St Andrews with some Golf Memorabilia!

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Golf tankards and hipflasks are an ideal way to commemorate your time at The 144th Open at St Andrews this July. Choose from a variety of golf themed tankards, including the pewter golf handle (pictured above) or the St Andrews – The Old Course – for an added element of nostalgia. Personalise your tankard or hipflask with engraving or why not gift one to your golf buddy in a stylish presentation.

http://buyatankard.com/1-pint-st-andrews-golf-course-picture-tankard

http://buyahipflask.com/6oz-classic-pewter-pocket-flask-with-crossed-golf-clubs-design

 

 

 

 

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For an even bigger nod to the infamous tournament, the Pewter Claret Jug is just the ticket. At 8” tall, it’s the perfect miniature replica of The Golf Champion Trophy.

http://buyatankard.com/8-inch-claret-jug

Not a UK resident? Don’t worry, delivery is worldwide so your souvenir can be waiting for you when you return back home.

Savour Edinburgh

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Looking for a quick weekend away in Edinburgh? Love food?

SAVOUR

Foodies delight as Edinburgh’s top wine merchants, chefs and food and drink producers come together for an afternoon of tasty exploration at Edinburgh’s Summerhall. Following on from 2014’s sell out eent, Savour Festival welcomes a mix of artisan producers, local restaurants, craft beers, puddings purveyors, gins, mixologists and wine sellers.

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If you’re staying at our apartments already over this weekend why not check out this great event here. Just a short walk from our Southside Apartments.

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Yum!

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What is your New Year resolution?

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Turkey, check.  Christmas songs, check.  Time to make a New Year resolution or 5??  Check.  A brand new year is the perfect starting point for a variety of things, whatever it may be.  So many of us will be making resolutions for 2015, but are they more often than not the same?  Is there a list of the most popular resolutions that most of us make?  We have been researching this and have found that the answer is yes!!

So, with these as inspiration, what is yours?

*stats taken from statisticbrain.com

Rank Top 10 New Years resolutions for 2014
1
 Lose Weight
2
 Getting Organized
3
 Spend Less, Save More
4
 Enjoy Life to the Fullest
5
 Staying Fit and Healthy
6
 Learn Something Exciting
7
 Quit Smoking
8
 Help Others in Their Dreams
9
 Fall in Love
10
 Spend More Time with Family

Christmas Lights

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Edinburgh News Article

Yesterday the Edinburgh Christmas Lights were switched on. This officially starts the festive period in terms of Edinburgh.

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The immensely popular winder wonderland and Christmas Markets are returning to the city center once again! with the added bonus for Edinburgh residents getting 20% off all attractions.