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Archive for September, 2009

Tourist breaks in the heart of Scotland

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

It can be tough going trying to find the perfect weekend break in Edinburgh. Being the bustling tourist attraction it is; Edinburgh Serviced Apartments are often taken up by those wishing to absorb the city for the very first time. Scotland, at times, can be saturated by international tourists – and who can blame them!

Scotland’s capital has a ripe history, from the tales of battles against the English, to its more recent tag as a party city thanks to events such as the Edinburgh Festival. Whatever you’re looking for, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, be they old or young.

Pushing you to the front of the queue

The disappointing thing is that this isn’t such a closely-guarded secret anymore. Edinburgh has such a wide appeal that it can be tough working your way through the tourism boom to find somewhere affordable, yet attractive to stay. Serviced Apartments in Edinburgh are usually fully booked when you phone. Don’t worry though, there’s one little secret that we keep closely guarded…

Serviced City Pads have only the best Serviced Apartments in Edinburgh. Stationed throughout the entire city, we can help you find a place to stay that’s near some of Edinburgh’s main attractions, or we can offer you secluded apartments that are closer to the rich heritage and culture of this absorbent city. Visit our website to see the reasonable rates we offer and the high quality of our apartments.

Edinburgh attracts over one million visitors a year. Let us make your stay as memorable as it can be.

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Mamma Mia to visit Liverpool: Book your apartments now!

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

It has been announced that Mamma Mia, the hugely popular hit musical, will be taking up residence at the Liverpool Echo Arena between 3rd – 20th June 2010. The musical is based on the music of ABBA and was recently transformed into a massively popular film, starring Meryl Streep.

Ticket prices for Mamma Mia start at £15 and can be purchased directly the Echo Arena box office.

It is great news for Liverpool that such a successful musical is visiting the city. A 3 week residency is great news for the Local economy and visitor numbers to Liverpool are bound to increase on the back of this show.

If you decide to stay in Liverpool before or after going to see Mamma Mia, why not book a serviced apartment in Liverpool? Serviced City Pads are a Liverpool based apartment booking company. We have a wide variety of short stay apartments in Liverpool City Centre and Albert Dock area. Serviced apartments often offer better value for money than a hotel room, especially if you are visiting Liverpool as part of a group. Many of the apartments in liverpool can be booked for single night stays. Of course, if you want to extend your stay in Liverpool, we will be delighted to help organise your Liverpool accommodation.

Serviced apartments in Liverpool are generally within a short walk of the Echo Arena (10 minutes or less) where Mamma Mia is taking place.

The Echo Arena has been a fantastic addition to Liverpool. The Arena not only attracts additional tourists to Liverpool with shows such as Mamma Mia and Elton John that wouldn’t have visited Liverpool prior to the opening; it also gives visitors to Liverpool who had already planned their stay an extra option on their long list of things to do. As visitor numbers grow, more and more people are choosing to book their stay in a Liverpool Serviced Apartment. We find that once guests have stayed in an apartment for the first time, they are surprised by how spacious the apartment option is v staying in a Liverpool hotel.

If you are interested in booking an apartment in Liverpool to coincide with going to see Mamma Mia at the Echo Arena why not check out our website at www.servicedcitypads.com. Alternatively you can give us a call on 0844 335 8866. Ask for a member of the Reservations team, who will be delighted to help with your enquiry.

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Art lover’s holiday

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

If you are a lover of fine or contemporary art, you need to cater to your passion when you go on holiday. Why not take a trip to Manchester and spend your days browsing through the multitude of art galleries there.

An art gallery holiday will take you away from the stress and hustle and bustle of your daily life.
It will submerge you in the pleasure and comfort of your favourite passion. There is no better way to spend your holiday. What about accommodation, you may ask. That is sorted out in a jiffy.

Loving art and low prices

Going on holiday may seem impossible when you look at the costs involved in paying for a hotel room. After all, why pay so much for a single room you are probably only going to frequent at night? You shouldn’t have to. Manchester boasts art attractions like Bankley Art Gallery, Castlefield Gallery and Manchester Art Gallery.

These are galleries that are a must visit for any art lover and the best news is that you can do it on a shoe-string. Yes, you can visit Manchester’s art scene and take a few treasures home with you too. All you need are serviced apartments in Manchester.

These serviced apartments in Manchester offer you fair and low cost rates to stay per night, making your stay affordable. These apartments offer you the services of a hotel at a fraction of the cost of a hotel. Serviced apartments in Manchester cater to all budgets and all needs so you are sure to find a cosy place to stay while browsing through an art treasure trove.

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Chancing upon a church

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Edinburgh is one of the oldest parts of the UK as far as civilization and architecture goes and this makes it a real treasure and a great treat to visit. One of the things Edinburgh is well known for is its castles but what about its churches and cathedrals?

Those are just as beautiful and just as well worth visiting as any other part of Edinburgh. But how can you afford to take a trip to Edinburgh just to see some churches? The answer is quite simple; you need to browse through serviced apartments in Edinburgh.

Taking time to reflect

History is a fascinating thing to reflect on, especially when it comes to the older architecture. These days churches can be made from anything and look very plain and simple. However, that was not always the case. Centuries ago they made a huge fuss out of religion and out of churches, building and decorating them elaborately. These centuries old churches are well worth a visit for their beauty, age and majesty.

When you want to take a trip to Edinburgh to indulge in church sightseeing, don’t opt for a hotel. What you need are serviced apartments in Edinburgh. These apartments offer you great affordability and good value.

You can choose from a range of modest to luxury apartments with a host of different services to choose from as well. You can literally get the hotel treatment in a more comfortable and more affordable setting. What are you waiting for; the churches and serviced apartments in Edinburgh are waiting for you.

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The Perks of Serviced Apartments in Manchester

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Did you think living at a serviced pad would have perks? After all serviced pads are designed specifically to suit and meet every one of their resident’s requirements.

Since a serviced apartment in Manchester is fully furnished and a great deal cheaper than most hotels – especially for groups and families, they are one of the most popular long term accommodation types of choice nowadays. Apart from the price, serviced apartments in Manchester are a real treat to those on holiday due to its spaciousness and freedom.

Too relaxed, too comfortable?

These two are very important when it comes to a relaxing and comfortable holiday. This is because the space offered to the residents will resemble that of a real home and thus give residents that extra bit of flexibility. However, it is even better than home due to the daily maid services so that you do not need to clean up.

For businesspeople, the main perk of serviced apartments rather than using hotels is that they are able to stay more focused and feel at home while they are at work when staying in one. Once again this is thanks to the space, ability to eat homemade food and the flexibility of serviced apartments in Manchester.

Finally, since you are in Manchester for a change, the daily exploring and joys of visiting can be so exhilarating that you would not want to stop. Consequently, staying at the serviced apartment will remind you of wonderful memories of the trip, as well as being a great place to relax and rest your head.

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Botanical bliss in Edinburgh

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Edinburgh boasts one of the most beautiful country sides in the UK but that is not all. Edinburgh is also home to the Royal Botanical Garden of Edinburgh, a plant and nature lover’s paradise. This exquisite botanical garden is home to not only indigenous plants, but also beautiful botanicals from around the world.

Different sections of the Edinburgh botanical garden have different beauties and sights to offer each visitor. You can even book one of the garden’s venues for a super special occasion celebration. This nature treasure trove is a must visit for anyone who loves the world of green and colourful things.

Going green in Edinburgh

When you travel to Edinburgh to experience the beauty and wonder of the botanical garden you just have to stay in serviced apartments Edinburgh. Serviced apartments in Edinburgh offer you a low cost accommodation alternative that is cosy and cost effective. Depending on your travel budget you can take your pick of serviced apartments in Edinburgh ranging from ultra luxurious to trendy and modest.

It all boils down to personal preference and budget as to which serviced apartments in Edinburgh you want to stay in. Coming to Edinburgh to enjoy the botanical garden is a wonderful way to relax, get in tough with the earth and to recharge your batteries.

Visit in fall for beautiful leaf carpets and colours. Come to the garden in spring to see and smell all the new blooms. This garden has something to offer everyone in every season of the year so come and enjoy, you won’t regret a minute of it.

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Manchester Serviced Apartments – Helping You Save On Group Accommodation

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Going on holiday is hardly a ‘one person’ luxury. Most people tend to travel in groups, as it is more fun. However, groups can sometimes be a problem to those with a limited budget. Many types of accommodation, including many hotels, charge according to the number of people staying.

For families, they also limit the number of beds and baby cots provides so additional beds and baby cots they would be further charged, making travelling with the family being even more expensive. Thus, the best solution is to opt for serviced apartments in Manchester.

The more people, the more you save

The best thing about serviced apartments is that they charge per room and not based on the number of people. This allows travellers the freedom to share rooms should they have the need to. Also, for families there are no limits to the number of baby cots to be provided and without the additional charge should they require more than usual. Since there is plentiful space in serviced apartments, it allows the group to wander about and do what they want to without having to feel cramped.

For businessmen and women, instead of having to meet, discuss and strategise in an expensive meeting room, they are welcome to do the same in the serviced apartments in Manchester. This also allows for a relaxed atmosphere, enabling people to work more efficiently.

Finally, for families and businessmen, there is always limitation of gender when booking into a hotel room. However, this can be avoided since both genders can share a serviced apartment without gender being an issue as the bedrooms can be divided accordingly.

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Flights of fantasy in Edinburgh

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

One of the things that is threaded through modern history and has helped mould the world as we know it today is aircraft. Aircraft may not have been around for centuries, but they have done so much for us from their humble beginnings; the Wright Brothers.

What better way to pay tribute to the aircraft from history to modern times than with a National Museum of Flight. This is exactly what Edinburgh has to offer you. You can visit the National Museum of Flight East at East Fortune airfield.

Flying through our history

For aircraft enthusiasts this museum is a wonderland of fascination. The East Fortune airfield saw the passing of both World Wars and stands as a tribute to aircraft today. You can go and see displays and exhibitions of aircraft from way back when. The aircraft exhibitions held here showcase craft from World War I right through to our modern day. Coming to Edinburgh to see this museum need not be an expensive venture that puts you badly out of pocket.

Serviced apartments in Edinburgh offer you affordable accommodation for one or an entire group. Take the family or some enthusiast friends on a weekend away to see an extraordinary part of our history.

Serviced apartments in Edinburgh offer you the comfort of home teamed up with the services of a hotel. You get the best of both worlds for a budget friendly price. And while you are in Edinburgh why not sample local cuisine and take a walk through the city’s rich architectural heritage.

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A brief History of Birmingham

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

Whilst visiting Birmingham in a luxury serviced apartment booked through www.servicedcitycitypads.com or contact the reservations team on 0844 335 8866 you can explore the various Birmingham parks, swimming baths, Birmingham Libraries and entertainment venues built in the city. Birmingham Corporation transformed the city with grand buildings such as the Council House, The Museum and Art Gallery and the elaborate Birmingham University.The corporation borrowed finance from the commercial sector in Birmingham to lead the transformation.

Serviced Apartment accommodation in Birmingham is ideal when you visit Birmingham home of the Industrial Revolution, know for its contribution to arms manufacture and transport, the transatlantic cable, brass or iron, the Orient Express. Importing raw materials from and exporting to the 4 corners of the world. Birmingham has made its marked contribution to the United Kingdom as we know today. Indeed Birmingham is known throughout the world for its innovation and manufacturing. City of thousand trades, home of the motor industry, Dunlop. Lucas and BSA, to name a few.

Birminghams history of manufacture includes Cadbury based in Bournville which has the Cadbury visitor centre and is one of Birminghams leading tourist attractions, you can visit and stay in a serviced apartment for accommodation. Please contact www.servicedcitypads.com or contact the reservations team on 0844 335 8866 and the team will be more than happy to find best accommodation Birmingham has to offer.

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Malmaison Hotel in Liverpool? Why not stay above the hotel in a high end serviced apartment

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

The Malmaison Hotel in Liverpool offers Manhattan style living with a twist of Mal. The hotel was built around the stunning new Princes Dock area of Liverpool beside the three graces and offers stunning waterfront views. Above the hotel itself there are a range of self contained serviced apartments with even better views. The Princes Dock Serviced Apartments are available through Serviced City Pads please find a link to the Princes Dock Apartments page on our website.

This is just one example of serviced apartments in Liverpool offering a real alternative to top class hotels in Liverpool. Rather than settling for a hotel room in Liverpool, why not enjoy the comfort of a serviced apartment – self catered apartments in Liverpool are the best way to enjoy your leisure or business trip. For more details on the range of accommodation in Liverpool we offer why not visit our Liverpool homepage: http://www.servicedcitypads.com/Liverpool-Serviced-Apartments/apartments.html or call our dedicated customer service team on 0844 335 8866

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