Review: Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites

Review: Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites

Although I associate them more with places like Hawaii or Florida, there is a Hilton Grand Vacations property in Scotland too! Craigendarroch is located in the Cairngorms National Park, and although it would be difficult to reach without a car, it is easy to find with a car navigation system and, like Japan, driving is on the left side. The scenery that can be seen on the way is stunning in summer, particularly when the heather is in bloom all around. The hotel is a Victorian-era building, and you can definitely feel its history from the ivy-covered living quarters. Perfect to enjoy after a long drive to get here, the…

Review: The Caledonian Edinburgh (2023)

Review: The Caledonian Edinburgh (2023)

From London, it takes four and a half hours by Azuma train to arrive in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. As if coming out of nowhere, the sound of bagpipes seems to constantly drift through the hustle and bustle of the city, stirring feels of travel and discovery! I’ve been to Edinburgh many times, but it’s a city so full of charm that I always want to visit again. This time, I stayed at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh again (Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh, the Caledonian was rebranded to The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton in 2024). During my stay, I spent most of my time at the hotel’s ‘Peacock Alley’….

Review: Hilton Paris Opera (2022)

Review: Hilton Paris Opera (2022)

We’ve been visiting Paris twice a year recently, and the Hilton Paris Opera has become like a home away from home. As soon as you step inside the building from the bustling surroundings of Saint-Lazare Station, you will be instantly enveloped by a calm air. The hotel has a long history, but has had a sensitive refurbishment, the centrepiece of which is the radiant Grand Salon. Even when arriving late at night, relaxing on the deep, spacious sofas of the Grand Salon with a glass of your favourite beverage will dissolve any tiredness from a long trip. As expected in the heart of a historic city, the guest rooms are…

Review: DoubleTree Brighton Metropole

Review: DoubleTree Brighton Metropole

We made a spontaneous decision to go to Brighton for the first time in a while and, of course, we chose to stay at the Hilton Brighton Metropole! This was our second time to stay at the DoubleTree in Brighton and, as we were told at check-in, the recently refurbished rooms are very different from the previous style. I’m grateful to the front desk staff for guiding us to one of their newest rooms. I always feel that hotels in the UK have really innovative interior design. Of course, there are many wonderful hotels across Europe, but what I feel sets UK design apart is the way in which classic…

Review: Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona

Review: Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona

There are two Hilton hotels in Barcelona, ​​but this time we decided to stay at the Hilton Diagonal Mar, which is a little farther from the city centre, but the sea breeze is comfortable. If you take the subway, you can reach Plaça de Catalunya in about 25 minutes.  When the sunshine gets stronger in the summer, this is a great place to stay to cool down by the sea. It’s only about a 10-minute walk to the nearby sandy beach.  In late April, when we stayed, it was still too early to swim in the sea, so we decided to enjoy the sun by the outdoor pool attached to…

Review: Hilton Nicosia (Cyprus)

Review: Hilton Nicosia (Cyprus)

After staying in Larnaca in the south of Cyprus for two nights, we moved on to the capital city of Nicosia to stay at the Hilton there. When entering the building, the first thing you’ll notice is the spacious lobby in a large atrium. The reception furniture, furnishings, lighting fixtures, and the texture of the floor and pillars, were all in harmony, and I was instantly captivated by the gorgeous yet calm atmosphere. After the 1-hour drive from Larnaca, I immediately went to the lounge to soothe my thirsty throat. After a short break, we then headed to the hotel’s most enjoyable Hiltonia Spa. The spa is equipped with an…