Visit The Glasshouse hotel found at the heart of the Scottish capital of Edinburgh

Edinburgh has an abundance of beautiful hotels right at the centre of the city and one that stands out is definitely The Glasshouse. This stunning five-star accommodation is found at the bottom of the picturesque Calton Hill allowing guests who have booked in to marvel at the gorgeous surroundings. The excellent members of staff spend time getting to know the needs of visitors to make them feel completely comfortable during their trip. A particularly lovely feature of the lodgings is the magnificent building that it's housed in that makes this hotel traditional on the outside. The interior is contemporary in design and offers rooms that are filled with modern amenities and perfect for families, large groups, couples or those travelling solo.

The large, luxurious rooms were re-designed in 2013 and have modern furnishings and many offer the treat of direct access to the accommodation's two-acre roof top garden. Alternatively, guests can relax on their balcony, which has magnificent views over the city of Edinburgh. All rooms provide Nespresso coffee machines, flatscreen television, iPhone docking station and complimentary Wi-Fi access, which is great to keep in touch with family, friends or work colleagues during the stay. The air-conditioned living spaces also have a superb en-suite bathroom with luxury Highland Aromatics toiletries and soft robes.

Each room at the lodgings also has complimentary whisky and handmade chocolates as extras. The suites have great living areas ideal for relaxation or entertainment. The Deluxe Suite is the best one to book into with a choice of either a wraparound terrace with views of Calton Hill or an impressive bathroom with double bath and walk-in monsoon shower. The Observatory restaurant offers a relaxing atmosphere and is perfect for a continental or full-Scottish a la carte breakfast. Travellers should also give its tasty traditional afternoon tea a try in front of the lovely open fire in the lounge area called The Snug.

Business travellers will appreciate the facilities on offer at The Glasshouse hotel and can use one of the three wonderful boardrooms. Each room is named after a famous Scottish writer, and can be used for conferences, seminars or training days. The boutique residence is also known for its friendly members of staff who can help organise any event whether large or small. There are also several places available for private dining, which is a great option for business tourists during their trip. It's also renowned for being a first-class wedding venue.

Locations near The Glasshouse
Taking a walk around Calton Hill has to be the first thing that tourists do when visiting these lodgings. Guests should head to the city's Royal Mile, based in Old Town, to really pick up the positive vibes of the area and then head to Princes Street for some shopping. There are many restaurants and cafes along the way. To visit some beautiful historic attractions tourists should venture to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace to enjoy the attractive sight of these buildings. The National Museum of Scotland and the Edinburgh Playhouse are also very close by.

British Airways to Begin A380 Service at SFO

Super-jumbo jet will operate to London in April 2015

SAN FRANCISCO -- British Airways today announced plans to operate an Airbus A380 between the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and London-Heathrow Airport beginning in April 2015 and planned through the busy summer travel season.
“We’re excited to see British Airways begin A380 service at SFO,” said Airport Director John L. Martin. “More than ever, our customers have a wide variety of travel options to Europe and beyond. British Airways’ A380 provides a new way to create an unforgettable journey from SFO.”
The Airbus A380 is the largest commercial passenger aircraft in the world, featuring a double-deck that extends the entire length of the fuselage. British Airways operates the A380-800 version, which seats 469 passengers in four classes of service, made up of 12 First Class, 97 Club World, 55 World Traveller Plus, and 303 World Traveller seats. British Airways’ A380 aircraft offers 170 more seats per flight than the Boeing 747, which previously operated on the route.
The nonstop flight will operate in A380 equipment five days a week, on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays the flight will operate in Boeing 747 equipment.

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