As we settle into autumn, at the top of my list to get me through the colder months is a quick trip away to embrace the highlights of the season. But rather than heading across the channel for a carb-filled weekend in , or flying to Stockholm for a true Scandi winter, how about a wholesome weekend in St Andrews, Scotland? The underrated university city, where fell in love, is the ideal place to blow away the cobwebs and start getting excited for winter. With quaint cafes, a world-famous beach and tree lined streets full of history, it’s the perfect place to spend 48 hours.
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa St Andrews is a big golfing town and the Old Course Hotel, which is just a few minutes walk away from the centre of town, overlooks the 17th hole of the Old Course, well-known as the world’s oldest golf course. And, like me, even if you’ve never played a round of golf, you can’t help but be pulled in by the history of the place you’re staying in. The actual hotel has a tangible welcoming energy, offering 175 rooms, all of which vary in design.
Some are classically decorated, while others have a modern flair. Whichever room you opt for, you can be sure the beds will be beyond comfortable, it'll have the most stunning of bathrooms, and of course, there will be a golf reference in there somewhere. The rest of the hotel is full of wood paneling, large leather chairs and excellent mood lighting, making you feel cosy 24/7.
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