Edinburgh
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Visit | March 2011
Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat
For anyone looking to clear their head after sampling whisky, it's an absolute must to take a stroll to Arthur's Seat, the tallest of Edinburgh's hills and famous for its unrivalled views of the city.
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Hotels | March 2011
Edinburgh
The Bonham
This beautiful hotel has 48 boutiquestyle rooms, each individually styled, and showcases contemporary art and sculpture in its shared spaces. This is luxury without the old-fashioned feel, and is perfect for a romantic weekend away. Doubles from £95 (€113).
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Bars | March 2011
Edinburgh
The Chanter
Every night of the week, local Edinburgh bands blast out everything from ska to indie in this jam-packed city centre bar. With snacks starting at a palatable £1.99, you'd be silly not to line your stomach.
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Restaurants | March 2011
Edinburgh
Iglu
Since opening a few years ago, this organic eatery has earned a reputation for great food made with locally sourced ingredients. It's located in a charming old house in the heart of the new town, and we'd wager you won't regret a visit.
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See | March 2011
Edinburgh
Dynamic Earth
Travel through the earth's past, present and future through interactive exhibitions, including a 4D and 3D experience. With dinosaurs, a tropical rainforest and even an iceberg, this is natural history exhibited at its finest. Fun for all the family.
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Bars | March 2011
Edinburgh
Dragonfly
This is a stylish, atmospheric cocktail bar with bartenders that come to you offering their recommendations on what cocktails to drink depending on your mood.
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Restaurants | March 2011
Edinburgh
Tha Grainstore
The entrance to this restaurant is nothing but an average-looking doorway, but when you enter, you will soon be overwhelmed by its charm and ambience. Serving the very best of Scottish produce, this is a great place to escape the tourist masses.
Address: First floor, 30 Victoria Street. | Tel: +44 (0)131 225 7635
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Hotels | November 2010
Edinburgh
LE MONDE
Lazy globetrotters will think they've reached paradise when they walk through the doors of Le Monde, an award-winning hotel that lives up to its name by theming not only the rooms, but also the restaurants and bars around various cities in the world. Wake up in Reykjavik, dine in Milan and enjoy a drink in Shanghai!