THE BEST OF GREAT BRITAIN FROM COAST TO COAST

07.08.2024 - 07:34 / breakingtravelnews.com / Olga Polizzi

Rocco Forte Hotels has proudly partnered with The Polizzi Collection to create a joint itinerary, celebrating the many advantages of visiting the Great British coastline. With a flexible starting point and two nights recommended at each hotel, the tour invites guests to experience both Rocco Forte Hotels UK properties, The Balmoral in Edinburgh and Brown’s Hotel in London, and two of The Polizzi Collection Hotels, Hotel Endsleigh in Devon and Hotel Tresanton in Cornwall.

Moving between the historic cities of Edinburgh and London to the picturesque countryside of England’s South West coast, the new itinerary promises cultural excursions, coastal walks, boat trips, ocean-inspired spa treatments and seasonal seaside picnics. Whether looking to learn more about the many faces of Great Britain or perhaps find inspiration in the maritime designs of Olga Polizzi (Director of Design at Rocco Forte Hotels and owner of The Polizzi Collection), the Coast to Coast experience is a slow travel adventure without bounds.

At The Balmoral in Edinburgh, guests arriving by train will be greeted at the station by the concierge team, and escorted back to the landmark hotel at No 1 Princes Street. A two-night stay is recommended to make the most of the Scottish coast, starting with dinner at 4 AA Rosette Number One restaurant. The restaurant showcases the best of Scottish seafood, serving Shetland Salmon and Hand-dived Orkney scallops. At The Balmoral’s award-winning whisky bar SCOTCH, guests have the opportunity to sample drams from distilleries across Scotland (Highlands, Lowlands, Islands, Islay and Speyside).

Guests can take a day trip to explore one of Scotland’s most picturesque coastal areas, East Lothian, for an education and immersion in the country’s history. The excursion includes a visit to Tantallon Castle, Dukes Fine Art Gallery and Yellowcraig Beach, framed by beautiful views of the East Lothian coast. The accompanying indulgent picnic, which can be enjoyed on the beach, includes a selection of sandwiches such as the Classic Balmoral with smoked salmon and crème fraîche on sourdough bread, along with fruits, crisps and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

A train from Edinburgh to London takes guests into the heart of London and the vibrant streets of sophisticated Mayfair. A two-night stay at Brown’s Hotel is next on the agenda, promising the best of British culture and a taste of what the effervescent city has to offer. Upon arrival, the hotel suggests the Sicilian Earth & Sea Toning Treatment for two in The Spa. During their stay, guests can delight in a three-course meal for two at Charlie’s restaurant. The menu features wild scallops harvested by freedivers in the UK, responsibly sourced fish and