A group of Edinburgh-based serviced apartments has launched a partnership with a leading genealogical research society, offering tourists the chance to trace their Scottish origins.
As part of its Homecoming celebrations, Princes Street Suites has launched the innovative project with Scotia Roots helping guests from around the globe research their Scottish ancestry while visiting the Capital.
The luxury city centre accommodation, managed by Redefine|BDL Hotels – the UK’s largest hotel management group – will run the unique package in conjunction with Homecoming Scotland.
Sandrine Contier-Lawrie, general manager of Princes Street Suites said: “This unique partnership with Scotia Roots will allow us to cater for the fast growing number of visitors who are looking for a hassle-free and comprehensive experience of Scotland.
“We’re seeing an increasing number of guests from the USA, Canada and elsewhere looking to personalise their stay in Scotland. By offering this unique new ancestry package we’re able to add a wonderful new aspect to their stay. We see the project as the perfect way to celebrate Homecoming Scotland.”
The Year of Homecoming 2014 is set to draw record numbers of international visitors to Scotland in a bid to experience the country’s rich history and culture.
The ‘Homecoming Scotland package’ at Princes Street Suites includes overnight accommodation at the 4-star venue and entry to Scotland’s largest family history centre, ScotlandsPeople Centre, located next to the suites. Whilst visiting the centre, guests will be guided through their extensive family search by a dedicated genealogist from Scotia Roots.
Scotia Roots genealogist, Steven McLeish, says: “We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Princes Street Suites in a brand new venture for the Year of Homecoming.
“Uncovering family trees can be a time-consuming and daunting undertaking, however, this package will provide guests with expert assistance to help sift through the paperwork and uncover the secrets of their ancestor’s lives in Scotland.”
More information on the Princes Street Suites’ Homecoming Scotland package, available from £189 per apartment, can be found at www.princesstreetsuites.co.uk.
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