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HIGHLIGHTS:

Meet the makersGet the insider knowledge from Monopoly board game makers Winning Moves

Must visit destinationHear the story behind Scotland’s first design museum

Our latest exhibitionIntroducing the work of fine art photographer Laurence Winram

Photo credit: Francesco Innocenti

EDINBURGH THE CALEDONIAN

A WA L D O R F W E LC O M E From Our General Manager

M A K E E V E RY M O M E N T CO U N TAt the UK’s only Waldorf Astoria

ello and welcome to the Winter/Spring edition of Live Unforgettable, our in-house magazine. We will be sharing

some of the latest news from the hotel, as well as uncovering a few of the best things taking place in the capital over the coming months and further afield too.

So, what will 2019 bring after the Hogmanay celebrations? Whether this is your first time to the capital, or perhaps you are lucky enough to return again, there are always new and exciting experiences being introduced. Edinburgh is packed with heritage and culture and always seems to attract the most exciting exhibitions and the most up-and-coming talent to perform across its theatres.

To kickstart the city’s culture vibe we will see the return of Les Miserables to the Festival Theatre in January, this will be the first time the production has been back in a decade and is definitely not to be missed. But, if you would rather take to the outdoors and explore the city on foot, then I would recommend a bracing winter walk up Arthur’s Seat, an ideal location to take in some stunning panoramic views.

Back at the hotel, we have been busy developing new experiences to bring together the best we have to offer, combining the talent of the teams in the restaurants, bars and spa along with some of the best local producers. So, if you’re looking for a refreshing cocktail, an indulgent afternoon tea or some pampering in the spa, we have it all under one roof for you to relax and enjoy.

Wishing you a truly unforgettable stay.

Dale MacPhee General Manager

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Start your day – with a light workout at the gym or a refreshing dip in the pool. Burn off a few calories and get your system started. Go at your own pace and take your pick from the cardio options in the gym to some laps in the pool, or simply relax in the sauna and steam rooms.

4Need a sugar fix – then there is no better place to be in the city than the stunning Peacock Alley for a decadent afternoon tea experience topped with a glass of bubbles. Start off with some delicate finger sandwiches, followed by freshly baked scones and a delectable selection of cakes and patisseries made daily by the team. Served daily between 12-5pm.

Relax & unwind – home to the only Guerlain Spa in the UK, this haven of relaxation offers the perfect selection of treatments to take away the stresses of the day. Let your therapist design the ultimate treatment especially for you and afterwards continue to unwind in the comfort of the spa’s luxurious relaxation room.

Aperitif or Digestif – there’s always time for a glass of something in The Caley Bar, to start or finish off your evening. With an extensive range of classic cocktails and contemporary additions, there is something to appeal to everyone’s taste buds. Open daily from 4pm till late.

It’s brunchtime – if only it was the weekend every day! The Galvin Brasserie de Luxe offers a wonderful brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays from midday with some of our faithful favourites such as eggs Benedict to the more unusual baked duck egg, truffle, potato & parmesan.

Fine dining with views – the beautiful dining room of The Pompadour boasts wonderful views of the city and in particular the iconic Edinburgh Castle. This can only be topped by the incredible dishes created by Head Chef, Dan Ashmore and his team using the best ingredients from Scotland’s natural larder. Open Wednesday to Sunday for dinner and Sunday lunch.

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WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO L AUNCH ANOTHER EDINBURGH MONOP OLY BOARD AFTER THE F IRST ONE WAS INTRODUCED 20 YEARS AGO?

Edinburgh has always been one of our favourite editions but unfortunately the old one no longer represented the city and the 20th anniversary was the perfect time for Mr Monopoly to return.

HOW HAS THE BOARD CHANGED FROM THE F IRST VERSION?

As well as showing off some of the recent and future additions to the city (the Scottish Parliament and Edinburgh St James to name a few), the biggest change has to be that this is the first Scottish city to have its very own bespoke tokens.

NEW PL AYING TOKENS WERE INTRODUCED TO THE EDINBURGH BOARD, WHICH ONE IS YOUR FAVOURITE AND WHY?

I think my favourite has to be Mons Meg. The bagpipes and the penguin are great too but when I was in Edinburgh putting the board together I visited the castle and loved the story behind the old cannon.

TELL US ABOUT MONOP OLY’S VIS ION TO BRING FAMIL IES TOGETHER THROUGH THE GIFT OF PL AY?

We love the fact that in the age of digital gamification families still sit around the table and play our games...even if there are a few arguments now and again.

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IN ‘MAKE YOUR OWN OP OLY’ WHAT WOULD YOU PUT IN THE PL ACE OF MAYFAIR?

That’s a very tough question! Something in my home county of Yorkshire, but don’t make me pick.

DO YOU EVER CHEAT WHE N YOU PL AY?

I’d never cheat in a game but I do like finding loopholes. For example there’s only a limited number of houses in the game so it can be fruitful to buy plenty of houses early and delay the hotels.

WHAT LOCATION WOULD YOU L IKE TO SEE APPEA R IN THE FUTURE THAT HASN ’T TO DATE ON A NEW BOAR D?

We’ve done plenty of great editions in the UK and are doing more and more around the world. The one I’d love to see one day would be Barcelona.

Benjamin Thompson – Custom Games Manager of Winning Moves

Winning Moves is the company that makes the international family favourite board game – MONOPOLY which is currently sold in 111 countries around the world. This timeless classic has been recreated in the form of a brand new Edinburgh edition, which was launched at the end of 2018. The new board includes favourites of both locals and visitors to the city alike, including Arthur’s Seat and Edinburgh Zoo, not forgetting our very own Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian.

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Scotland’s first design museum, V&A Dundee, opened its doors at the end of 2018, with over 27,000 people visiting during the opening week. An international centre of design, V&A Dundee aims to showcase the best of Scottish creativity from around the world and has quickly become a must-visit destination for locals and visitors to Scotland.

Designed by acclaimed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, who was inspired by the sublime geology of Scotland’s northern coastline, the museum appears to cut through the water of the River Tay like the prow of a boat. Stepping inside, visitors are met with beautiful, light-filled interiors which display the exhibitions and architecture perfectly.

The only V&A museum outside of London, V&A Dundee offers an escape into the world of art, inspiration and discovery, no matter what age you are. From design challenge workshops through to

V Young People’s Collective tours; Tea Room Tales for those under five; Introduction to Design Thinking workshops; and a range of engaging exhibitions including Ocean Liners: Speed and Style.

At the heart of the museum lies the Scottish Design Galleries. Featuring 300 exhibits drawn from the V&A’s rich collections of Scottish design, alongside assets from museums and private collections, it includes the meticulously restored Charles Rennie Mackintosh Oak Room, previously lost to view for almost 50 years.

A number of major exhibitions are complemented by new commissions and installations designed by everyone, from local artists through to former Turner Prize nominees such as Cara Phillips.

The museum is centrepiece to a £1 billion transformation of Dundee’s waterfront, find out more about the V&A Dundee by visiting www.vam.ac.uk/dundee.

LUXU RY E X P E R I E N C E SAuthentic cultural experiences and adventures await…

Exclusively for our Diamond and Gold Hilton Honors members, we will be offering a complimentary mindfulness experience in collaboration with Headspace, the digital service that provides guided meditation sessions and mindfulness training.

After a day of exploring the historical sights of Edinburgh, take a moment for yourself to relax and unwind. Clear your mind with a guided meditation journey from the comfort of your room with your very own calm kit to enhance your experience.

Upon request, our dedicated Personal Concierge team will soon be able to provide you with your very own calm kit and access to the Headspace to begin your mindful journey.

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Play a round at the prestigious 18 hole No.1 Championship Gullane Golf Course, renowned for the natural beauty of its setting. The drive over is via the striking coastal road of Scotland, with panoramic views of the North Sea.

After a light lunch you have a private transfer back to the hotel, for a traditional tasting experience. Enjoy a flight of five whiskies to celebrate each of the Scottish regions. At the end of the session you will be gifted with a beautifully crafted tweed hip flask to take on all your future golfing trips.

Discover more at www.explore.hilton.com/luxury/edinburgh

As it is estimated that over 50 million people are of Scottish descent, this package brings you the opportunity to learn more about your paternal or maternal family history, and celebrate your Scottish ancestry.

A questionnaire will be provided prior to your arrival, to give our expert a starting reference for their research. To enhance this Scottish experience, you will stay in a Carriage Queen room that honours the rich railway history of The Caledonian. Once settled in, you will meet our expert genealogist who will present you with their findings. Your Heritage Experience will finish with an indulgent 7-course menu at the award-winning Pompadour.

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DISCOVER EDINBURGH’S WEST END

Discover the cobbled streets, Georgian crescents and spectacular award-winning hotels, speciality shops, cafes and restaurants in

one of Edinburgh’s best-kept secrets.

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MON GUERL AIN EAU DE TOILETTE

A citrus oriental fragrance, the elegant new eau de toilette by Guerlain is a radiant fragrance as fresh as the Sambac Jasmine and the Carla Lavender that compose its floral notes beautifully enhanced by a blend of shiny citrus notes. Mon Guerlain is a tribute to today’s femininity: a strong, free and sensual femininity, inspired by Angelina Jolie.

The 50ml bottle is priced at £62.

ABEILLE ROYALE AQUA CUSHION

The new Bee Glow Aqua Cushion is enriched with Moroccan Honey which stimulates plumper and firmer skin, helps to protect and strengthen the skin’s barrier and creates optimal natural light without shine. With its unique aqua-gel formula, this skincare cushion instantly refreshes and hydrates the skin, creating a radiant, dewy complexion.

The Abeille Royale Bee Glow Aqua Cushion is priced at £62.

MARGARET DABBS SUPREME PEDICUR E

Our signature pedicure treatment lasts a luxurious 1 hour and 15 minutes. Giving outstanding long lasting results, with the indulgence of the full range of Margaret Dabbs Fabulous Feet products and finishing with a foot bath and wonderful foot massage by our Beauty Experts. Experience pure transformation in a serene and relaxing environment.

Margaret Dabbs Supreme Pedicure starts from £75.

ORCHIDÉE IMPÉRIALE PRESTIGE TREATMENT

The remarkable power of longevity of the orchid has inspired Guerlain this exceptional facial treatment, the most complete of all. The alliance of the aesthetic know-how of Guerlain with the efficiency of the products of the Orchidée Impériale range will offer you a moment of absolute well-being and visibly transform your skin by revealing its rediscovered youth.

Orchidée Impériale Prestige Treatment start from £150.

MOTHER & DAUGHTER SPA DAY

Celebrate Mother’s Day with some quality time with your mother or daughter. Indulge in two hours of treatment time per person, featuring a foot scrub, a 30 min massage, a 30 min Radiance Facial, on the move manicure and pedicure as well as access to the spa facilities and a glass of fizz.

The Mother & Daughter Spa Day starts from £160 per person.

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AFTERNOON TEA PEACOCK ALLEYIncluding savoury finger sandwiches, homemade selection of scones and delicate pastries.

From £35 per person.

SHARING BOARDS PEACOCK ALLEYChoose from a selection of freshly made platters including charcuterie, Scottish salmon and mezze.

From £19 per board.

WHISKY TASTING THE CALEY BARAn introduction to a range of Scottish whiskies with our whisky experts.

From £15 per person. Advance bookings required.

PRIX FIXE MENU GALVIN BR ASSERIE DE LUXEThree or two course menu prepared with the highest quality Scottish seasonal ingredients.

From £20.50 per person.

SUNDAY LUNCH THE POMPADOURAn indulgent 3-course lunch by Head Chef Dan Ashmore with a classic Bloody Mary cocktail.

From £29.50 per person.

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RESTAUR ANT HIGHLIGHTS

Burns Night Dinner 25th January Galvin Brasserie de Luxe

Find out more at www.galvinedinburgh.com.

Valentine’s Dinner 14th February The Pompadour

Mothering Sunday Lunch 31st March Galvin Brasserie de Luxe

A P I E C E O F A RTC LO S E TO O U R H E A RT

Laurence Winram is a Scottish photographer based in Edinburgh. His time is split between commercial and fine art photography. His most personally revealing works are those in his Conemen and Mythoslogos projects. The main focus of these is informed by his perception of the world as a truly mythic and interconnected place.

About Mythoslogos: The ancient Greeks made sense of their world not only by logic but by myth too. They saw it was necessary to view things in these opposite ways in order to have a balanced understanding of their lives.

“ I feel we have moved out of that balance, unconsciously letting go of that mythic element to our lives. As a result we’ve lost touch with our own personal vision and creativity. We let a dogmatic scientific perspective rule everything, from our dreams to our notions of the spiritual. So in this series I try to reflect on this, creating images that sometimes imagine a world where logic has been usurped by the mythic, or images that mock our need to analyse and break down those parts of our life that we should truly respond to more intuitively.” Laurence Winram

Before Edison died he was working on designs for a machine to communicate with the dead. This is Laurence’s interpretation of this machine in action. Laurence shot the Otto photographs on

the banks of Loch Ness. He made the wings himself over a week in a cottage on the beautiful isle of Lewis.

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JANUARYEDINBU RG H WELLBEING F E STI VAL

26th – 27th January

Meet some of the biggest names in the wellness industry, experience a weekend of talks, classes and workshops and learn how to lead a healthier and happier life.

ANNASACH’S BURNS NIGH T C EI L I DH

24th – 26th January

Celebrate the birthday of Robert Burns in a venue where he himself was once entertained by poet Thomas Blacklock.

THE LEGACY OF BURKE AND HAR E

28th January

Hear specialist Cat Irving at Surgeons Hall Museum discuss how their crimes changed the way medicine was taught in Britain.

W H A T ’ S O N I NE D I N B U R G H

For more information or to book any of these events, please speak to our Concierge team.

FEBRUARYTHE GIANT L ANTERNS OF CHINA

January – 17th February

Escape into a world of folktales and fantasy with over 450 beautifully crafted lanterns lighting a magical trail through Edinburgh Zoo.

SIX NATIONS RUGBY

2nd February – 9th March

Watch as Scotland takes on the rugby nations during February and March as they compete to become Europe’s best team.

CHINESE NEW YEAR AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM

14th February

Celebrate Chinese New Year with a number of family-friendly activities including paper lantern making and a trail to discover all 12 calendrical animals.

MARCHBEAUTY AND THE BEAST BALLET

13th-16th March

Featuring live music from the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, this interpretation of a classic will be on show at the iconic Festival Theatre.

GIN AND CHOCOL ATE FESTIVAL

Throughout March

Discover Edinburgh’s West End as a variety of venues showcase gin and chocolate in their many forms for you to enjoy.

SPRING CLEANSE AT THE BOTANIC GARDENS

23rd March

Learn how to identify, collect, prepare and use edible, cleansing medicinal plants which will help put a spring back in your step after the winter has taken its toll.

Under the station clock

At the bottom of the grand staircase

Looking down at the old train platform

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Under the peacock featherFind the

newspapers at breakfast

Find the second oldest postbox in Edinburgh

Find a map of Edinburgh from the concierge

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FOLLOW THE CLUES TO FIND THE HIDDEN WORD

FIND YOUR WAY TO THE ZOO

WRITE THE HIDDEN WORD IN THE BOXES

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NDREW LOGIE

HEAD C HEF OF GALVIN B R ASSERI E DE LUXESince October 2018

Andrew has recently been appointed as the new Head Chef in Galvin Brasserie de Luxe however, he has now been a part of the team for a number of years. Originally joining the Brasserie as a Demi Chef in 2013, Logie has worked his way through the ranks to take on the role of Chef de Partie, Junior Sous Chef, Sous Chef, and now Head Chef. With over 10 years’ experience cooking in five-star environments, Andrew has used his skills and expertise to deliver a brand new brunch menu concept, brimming with flavour and bringing his passion for food to life.

IONA HENDRY

PERSONAL CONCIERGESince July 2018

Always smiling and enthusiastic, Fiona brings a lot of joy to a lot of people. She is a dedicated, hard-working member of our Personal Concierge team and is full of creative ideas. As our newly appointed Book Master, Fiona is currently working on an exciting new offering for our guests to learn about the many famous novels written by Scottish authors including Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, JK Rowling and Ian Rankin. Fiona is also creating a detailed list of the city’s hidden gem book shops and locations around Edinburgh that have inspired each of these renowned authors.

LAN ROSE

MAINTENANCE MANAGERSince September 2013

As ex-Chief Engineer for the Merchant Navy, Alan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our hotel. Alan is a much-loved member of our team who thrives when faced with a challenge and believes that there is always a solution to be found, no matter what the problem. Alan has overseen many projects, both small and large, throughout the hotel but what he enjoys the most about his role is the people that he works with. As this year’s winner of the most ‘Catch Me At My Best’ cards received from his colleagues, Alan is truly a fantastic role model, not only for his team but for all of our employees.

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