Another great train ride. Changed trains in Inverness with no problems. About 7 hours for the trip. Weather was "slightly" better. Could not believe we saw snow. Looks different on the east side of Scotland. I would definitely come back and just do Scotland.
Would like to spend more time in the northern outskirts of Edinburgh. Arrived at train station with very pleasant lady waiting for us. However, the lift was broken so she took the big suitcase up the escalator at the platform and I went with Jack up this very, very steep ramp that is for cars to get into the train station. It was quite the climb but the scooter made it with Jack's good skills. Luckily, the hotel was right next door!
JACK SEZ: Balmoral was built as a "railway" hotel. It is a spectacular, landmark building, now owned and operated by one most upscale chains. Service is good to the point of overwhelming. I picked it because almost perfect location for me to explore Edinburgh.
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The Balmoral Hotel which was our big splurge and worth it. Because it was the long way round, "Jaci" the train greeter, walked back to the station to met us, took the other bag from me, and took us right to doorman who she had taken the big bag to. So nice and the kind of service you would expect when you have special needs. Excellent service at front desk and they brought us step stool (from IKEA I think) so we could get into tub. Another one of those very high ones. A little tired, so we just ordered room service. Excellent start with onion soup and club sandwich and an order of creamed cauliflower for me. Club sandwich has become our go-to dining choice. Beautiful, large room. Sean Connery was host at ceremony when hotel reopened so big picture of him in Casino Royale in the bathroom. He's a big deal here. Unpacked and to bed.
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