Scotland
All eyes are on bonnie Scotland as the Commonwealth Games kick o at the end of this month (23 July). What better time to reacquaint yourself with the country’s glorious natural landscapes and elegant cities than on a McMini break?
In Glasgow, home of the Commonwealth Games, Z Hotels has launched its rst Scottish hotel, Z Glasgow, in North Frederick Street, near George Square. It is well placed for shopaholics, as Buchanan Street is close by.
The 104 rooms have en-suite wetrooms equipped with power showers and high definition TVs with Sky Sports and Sky Movies at no extra cost, while Z Café o ers a selection of mezze platters from £7.50. Rooms cost from £50 per night.
020-3551 3700, www.thezhotels.com
Meanwhile, The Torridon in the Scottish Highlands has It’s a big year for Scotland, so head north of the border for a lively McMini break been named Hotel of the Year 2014 by Pride of Britain Hotels, a consortium of 49 privatelyowned independent British hotels and spas.
Set at the end of a sea loch, this 18-bedroom luxury hotel has grounds of 58 acres complete with grazing Highland cattle. Look out for red deer, golden eagles, otters and seals, too.
Complimentary activities include rock-climbing, archery, kayaking, mountain biking and guided walks.
The Torridon is also known for its well-stocked whisky bar with more than 350 malts. Rooms have great views and come with Wi-Fi, Roberts radios and Victorian-style bathrooms, some with freestanding claw-foot baths. A two-night stay costs from £235 per person including full Scottish breakfast.
Pride of Britain Hotels: 0800-089 3929, www.prideofbritainhotels.com
Left: The Torridon is set in 58 acres. Right: Glasgow has so much to offer
If you prefer self-catering, how about the Servants’ Quarters at Torrisdale Castle, Carradale, on Scotland’s southwest coast? The recently converted threebedroom apartment includes a private hot tub and woodburning sauna and access to the vast grounds for walks and cycle rides. A three-night weekend stay costs from £480.
01583-431233, www.torrisdalecastle.com
Finally, if you’re celebrating, splash out on McKinlay Kidd’s Aston Martin 007 Weekend. This is a classic Aston Martin road trip through Scotland, passing some of the most stunning Bond lm locations en route. Drive by Faslane Naval Base, featured in The Spy Who Loved Me, then the loch by Crinan, scene of a boat chase through the Bosphorus in From Russia With Love, and power back through Glencoe, the setting for the dramatic nale of Skyfall.
Accommodation is at the five-star Isle of Eriska Hotel. The two-night trip costs from £1,250 per person, including dinner, bed and breakfast, three days’ hire of an Aston Martin DB9, cocktail masterclass, private speedboat ride and entrance to Duart Castle.
0844-873 6110, www.seescotlanddifferently.co.uk
Contact Wendy at wendy.gomersall@lady.co.uk
Prices correct at time of going to press.
In Glasgow, home of the Commonwealth Games, Z Hotels has launched its rst Scottish hotel, Z Glasgow, in North Frederick Street, near George Square. It is well placed for shopaholics, as Buchanan Street is close by.
The 104 rooms have en-suite wetrooms equipped with power showers and high definition TVs with Sky Sports and Sky Movies at no extra cost, while Z Café o ers a selection of mezze platters from £7.50. Rooms cost from £50 per night.
020-3551 3700, www.thezhotels.com
Meanwhile, The Torridon in the Scottish Highlands has It’s a big year for Scotland, so head north of the border for a lively McMini break been named Hotel of the Year 2014 by Pride of Britain Hotels, a consortium of 49 privatelyowned independent British hotels and spas.
Set at the end of a sea loch, this 18-bedroom luxury hotel has grounds of 58 acres complete with grazing Highland cattle. Look out for red deer, golden eagles, otters and seals, too.
Complimentary activities include rock-climbing, archery, kayaking, mountain biking and guided walks.
The Torridon is also known for its well-stocked whisky bar with more than 350 malts. Rooms have great views and come with Wi-Fi, Roberts radios and Victorian-style bathrooms, some with freestanding claw-foot baths. A two-night stay costs from £235 per person including full Scottish breakfast.
Pride of Britain Hotels: 0800-089 3929, www.prideofbritainhotels.com
Left: The Torridon is set in 58 acres. Right: Glasgow has so much to offerIf you prefer self-catering, how about the Servants’ Quarters at Torrisdale Castle, Carradale, on Scotland’s southwest coast? The recently converted threebedroom apartment includes a private hot tub and woodburning sauna and access to the vast grounds for walks and cycle rides. A three-night weekend stay costs from £480.
01583-431233, www.torrisdalecastle.com
Finally, if you’re celebrating, splash out on McKinlay Kidd’s Aston Martin 007 Weekend. This is a classic Aston Martin road trip through Scotland, passing some of the most stunning Bond lm locations en route. Drive by Faslane Naval Base, featured in The Spy Who Loved Me, then the loch by Crinan, scene of a boat chase through the Bosphorus in From Russia With Love, and power back through Glencoe, the setting for the dramatic nale of Skyfall.
Accommodation is at the five-star Isle of Eriska Hotel. The two-night trip costs from £1,250 per person, including dinner, bed and breakfast, three days’ hire of an Aston Martin DB9, cocktail masterclass, private speedboat ride and entrance to Duart Castle.
0844-873 6110, www.seescotlanddifferently.co.uk
Contact Wendy at wendy.gomersall@lady.co.uk
Prices correct at time of going to press.