I am guilty of not appreciating what is on my doorstep. Take Edinburgh, for example. It is lauded the world over for its amazing tourist attractions and is a lovely city to wander through.
But living only just over an hour’s journey from our amazing capital, I very rarely visit it and often forget just what Auld Reekie has to offer with its incredible history and vibrant culture. That changed when I spent two busy days packed full of things to do in Edinburgh. A relaxing train journey with the carriages filled with late-autumn sun set me up for my capital adventure, where I was staying at the Moxy Hotel in Fountainbridge.
The rooms at the Moxy are modern, bright and spacious with a lovely bathroom. The modern feel is highlighted by the number of USB charging points available. Now, before I go any further, I must highlight a feature that is so simple yet so useful – during the night when you get up to visit the bathroom, a small light comes from a lamp under the bed that lights your way there.
I haven’t come across this in a hotel before and it was a simple and great addition. After settling in and enjoying some delicious snacks in the hotel’s very cool bar, we were off to begin exploring Edinburgh. The first stop was The Real Mary King’s Close where we were treated to a private tour.
I had no knowledge of this attraction, which is truly remarkable. Beneath the city’s streets is a perfectly preserved part of Edinburgh from the 17th Century. Stories of people who li.
