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Archive for May, 2010

Experiencing Life In Liverpool

Monday, May 31st, 2010

Liverpool has famously rebuilt its splendour since the late 1990s to become a thriving city that is the centre for many businesses as well as a popular tourist centre. Liverpool is easily reached from anywhere in the United Kingdom by road or rail and is convenient for visitors wherever you live. Many people come to Liverpool to see the home of the Beatles who became famous in the sixties and all the places that are associated with the Beatles such as The Cavern and Penny Lane. There are many other places of interest in Liverpool for you to visit whether you are visiting for a weekend or a month.

Liverpool is also easily reached from many overseas locations with John Lennon airport being convenient for many flights. There is also a wealth of Liverpool airport hotels to choose from although these can work out to be inconvenient and expensive, depending upon your length of stay and purpose of your visit to Liverpool.

Liverpool airport hotels are convenient but can also be very busy and distracting places which is not conducive to good business. Anyone who is thinking of staying in Liverpool on a business trip may prefer accommodation in the centre of Liverpool which will provide peaceful surroundings as well as home comforts, enabling you to relax whilst you work.

Here at Serviced City Pads we offer a wide range of serviced apartments in Liverpool that are suitable for business or for a party of visitors in search of fun in Liverpool. Our apartments can also work out much cheaper than Liverpool airport hotels as well as being much more convenient.

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Hustle And Bustle In Manchester

Monday, May 31st, 2010

Manchester is a popular city with tourists and business people alike visiting in their thousands. As well as having much to offer visitors to the city with an abundance of sports and shopping, it also offers much opportunity for new and existing businesses alike.

Manchester has experienced economic growth in the last few years which has improved the lives of many, with employment opportunities increasing and the city as a whole seeing vast improvements. For visitors to Manchester there are many places of interest such as the Manchester Evening News Arena – as well as the City of Manchester Stadium and Old Trafford, homes to the football clubs of Manchester.

Improved industry and economic growth has seen business opportunities for many and has become a thriving centre for many businesses. This requires business representatives from all over the United Kingdom and also overseas to stay in Manchester to conduct business away from home. Whilst working away from home it is essential to locate corporate accommodation in Manchester which is not only economically sound, but also comfortable as well as providing a sound base for business meetings.

Here at Serviced City Pads we have many serviced apartments in Manchester that are conveniently situated for travellers as well as providing good value accommodation. We consider comfort, space and convenience as well as economy to be important criteria for any business looking for corporate accommodation in Manchester which we provide.

The space and peaceful surroundings provided by serviced apartments in Manchester are necessary for any business person who has to work as well as conduct meetings away from home.

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A Good Start To Your Holiday

Friday, May 28th, 2010

Going away on holiday is a very exciting time, although it can be stressful in the days leading up to your departure with all the last minute shopping and packing of suitcases. By the time you set off for the airport you are exhausted and definitely need the break. One option that many travellers are considering now is going to the airport and spending some time in the local area to relax and unwind before flying to their holiday destination, and staying in nearby Birmingham hotels to do this.

Birmingham airport is now a popular choice for flying and is also a large, popular city with much to offer. By travelling to Birmingham the day before departure you could take in a show or enjoy some shopping as well as relax over a meal in one of the many restaurants in the city. The hotels near Birmingham airport are convenient but do have some disadvantages. For anyone who is looking to relax before their holiday a hotel can be quite noisy, especially at night when there are people arriving in the hotel at all hours either before their flight or arriving back home.

An alternative to hotels near Birmingham airport are apartments that are self contained and peaceful. The serviced apartments in Birmingham offered here at Serviced City Pads are close to the airport meaning that you can wake from a good nights sleep refreshed and travel leisurely to the airport without any delays in the traffic or last minute panic. Starting your holiday right should include quality accommodation at a reasonable price to benefit you all.

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Business As Usual In Southampton

Friday, May 28th, 2010

Southampton is a major port on the south coast of England. As well as being the home of some of the largest and most famous companies in England, such as the Ford Transit factory and Ordnance Survey, it is also well known for some of the larger cruise ships in England. Southampton is a maritime centre with the docks being one of the largest employers. The city also has a thriving employment rate with retail representing a large proportion of the industry, and there are many hotels in Southampton to accommodate this demand.

From cruise ships to major retail complexes, Southampton has it all – with many businesses travelling from all over the world to hold conferences and sort out the affairs of major companies with branches worldwide. With a large airport and being a major port, Southampton is easy to travel to and the delights of the city mean that many business people decide to stay their whilst conducting business. Hotels in Southampton are therefore in constant demand.

Finding corporate accommodation in Southampton can be difficult as the city is so large. The company that supplies the accommodation has to be trustworthy and provide apartments that are clean, well furnished to a high standard but also give good value. Here at Serviced City Pads we can offer you a corporate account with a monthly invoice to make payment easier. To make your life a little easier we can even locate the perfect apartment for you, whether it is for a client or an employee of your company. All our apartments offer good value compared to hotels and offer a high standard of corporate accommodation in Southampton.

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Edinburgh Family City Breaks Serviced Apartments

Friday, May 28th, 2010

Edinburgh is the 2nd most visited city in the UK for a reason. It has an immense amount of culture and history as well as many famous sites including Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish Parliament Building at Holyrood. There are over 4,500 UNESCO listed buildings in the City making up 23% of the City which is more than any other major settlement in the UK.

Edinburgh is increasingly becoming a popular destination for family city breaks because of its wide range of family sites and activities. Probably the best known of these is Edinburgh Zoo which receives over 600,000 visitors a year, making it the 2nd most visited attraction in the City. The zoo has over 1,000 different species of animals, birds and reptiles living in 82 acres of beautiful parkland. One of the most famous and popular attractions of the park is the Penguin Parade, a daily event where the enclosure gates are opened and the penguins take a stroll around the park so visitors can up close to the penguins.

Most families who visit Edinburgh will thing that hotels are the only form of accommodation available to them. However this is not the case, as many people are looking at Serviced Apartments as one of the best means of accommodation. Edinburgh has a wide variety of serviced apartment options around the city centre, with grand old beautiful Victorian houses containing the modern amenities inside you would expect from a luxury apartment.

There are plenty of family friendly museums to take your family to in Edinburgh. The Museum of Scotland has exhibits from the edge of history which show Scotland’s story from fossils and artefacts to modern popular culture. From Viking Brooches and medieval carvings to racing cars and steam engines the Museum of Scotland provides an intriguing and educational view into the history of Scotland.

After a hard day out and about in Edinburgh, most people would kill for the comforts and relaxation of their own home as opposed to a cramped and impersonal hotel room. This is now a possibility however as more and more people are discovering with self-catering accommodation in serviced apartments. They provided the luxury and cleanliness of a hotel but also give the space and comfort of an apartment. You can have your own room away from the kids yet know that they are only round the corner in the same apartment. You can also choose whether to go out to a restaurant or save money by cooking your own food in the apartment. These reasons are why more and more people are choosing serviced apartments over hotels when staying in Edinburgh, so why not give Serviced City Pads a call and see how easy it is to book your next family city break in Edinburgh.

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Travel Refreshed

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Gatwick airport is within easy travelling distance to London and is the busiest single runway airport in the world. It is also the second largest airport in the United Kingdom and serves two hundred destinations. As approximately ninety airlines operate from Gatwick airport there is a very good chance that you will fly from there one day. However, getting to Gatwick – although not difficult – can be a very long journey for many holidaymakers, depending upon your location in the United Kingdom, and staying the night in London hotels nearby can be a more viable option than spending the night before a flight at home.

Rather than set off on holiday feeling tired and lethargic it is recommended that you travel to the airport and spend a night in one of the many hotels at Gatwick airport so that you will be refreshed and ready for your flight, especially if you have a long haul flight. Unfortunately, many of the hotels at Gatwick airport are extremely busy and can be quite noisy with people coming and going at all hours of the day and night. This hectic atmosphere can keep you awake when you are trying to get some much needed rest and will actually make you feel worse than ever.

If you really like the idea of getting a good night’s rest before jetting off on your holiday it may be advisable to stay in an apartment close to the airport. Not only will you have peace and quiet so that you can enjoy a good nights sleep, but you will have much more space to relax. Here at Serviced City Pads we have serviced apartments in London that allow you the convenience and comfort of home combined with the luxury of a top hotel at a comparable price.

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See The Sights Of London

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

London is not only the capital city, but is also the home of many tourist attractions including the home of our Queen and many historical and cultural attractions. People visit London from all over the world to see the home of the Royal family and the Changing of the Guard. Whilst in London there are many other places to visit and it can be very easy to spend a week or so travelling around London to see the sights. One of the obvious places to stay whilst in London is one of the many London airport hotels, which are low cost and convenient – but there are more London hotels and accommodation options than one may think.

However, staying in London airport hotels is fine for one or two nights but can become very tedious if you are looking for any amount of peace and quiet as well as solitude. After a long day sightseeing a few minutes to spend by yourself is always welcome to recharge your batteries and collect your thoughts. In a hotel room you will have no space or privacy which can become tedious. It is also hard to get a good night’s sleep as other guests tend to be noisy at night as well as hotel staff working through the night.

Here at Serviced City Pads we offer the perfect alternative to London airport hotels. Serviced apartments in London will offer the convenience of the city whilst also providing plenty of space to allow you to recharge your batteries. You will also be able to enjoy the freedom of choosing whether you dine out or make an evening meal at home in your apartment.

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An Apartment To Complement Your Business

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Many companies have branches and departments all over the United Kingdom, especially in the retail and finance sectors. In order to keep business running smoothly it is essential to have employees travelling to different locations to deal with business matters on a regular basis. Entertaining corporate guests is also a feature of a popular company with many meetings and conferences scheduled throughout the year.

When travelling on business to large cities such as Cardiff, it is usual to charge the cost of accommodation and meals to your company, usually consisting of booking hotels in Cardiff and expensive dinners in restaurants. When working away from home there is normally paperwork to be dealt with as well as entertaining clients which can prove difficult in a hotel room.

When you have guests or business clients visiting your premises it is courtesy and sometimes obligatory to provide accommodation which is usually a hotel room. Staying in a hotel can be a very impersonal option and doesn’t always provide the best impression upon your guest. Finding alternative corporate accommodation in Cardiff for instance, can be quite difficult. There are many apartments available to rent in Cardiff but, as with hotels, it can be a complicated process trying to find corporate accommodation in Cardiff which is good value as well as tasteful.

Here at Serviced City Pads we have a large range of serviced apartments in Cardiff and are able to offer an apartment to suit you whether it is for an employee, a guest or a client. We use a monthly invoice system for your convenience. Our apartments offer taste, value as well as comfort.

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A Short Break Away From It All

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Short breaks have become extremely popular for many of us, especially for anyone who wants to escape from the pressure of work and commitments for a weekend in order to recharge those batteries. A city break is the usual choice, having a wide choice of activities to choose from. Belfast is a city that has become very popular with weekend visitors, with a vast array of pubs, clubs and restaurants for you to choose from. Shopping in Belfast includes many shops as well as an arcade which can be followed by a visit to an art exhibition or museum. Belfast City airport hotels are therefore in demand.

Getting to Belfast is relatively easy as there are two airports, the Belfast City airport and the Belfast International airport, which are both within easy travelling distance of the city centre. Very often a visitor to Belfast will opt to stay in one of the Belfast City airport hotels, which are good value and plentiful. However, staying in a hotel for your short break can become very cramped after a night, with no option for privacy or solitude. You are also limited in your dining options as you will have to eat out. The noise of a hotel can also leave you feeling quite drained which is not the desired effect of your short break away from home.

A preferred alternative to Belfast City airport hotels is an apartmen,t which will give you the space and privacy which is lacking in a hotel. Here at Serviced City Pads we are able to locate the perfect serviced apartments in Belfast for you, providing good value with the luxury of a hotel.

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Why your company should use Serviced City Pads

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

There are many reasons why your company should book corporate accommodation with Serviced City Pads.

We take the pain out of what can be a rather dull and time consuming process. We know that finding and booking corporate accommodation can be a drag for you. It takes valuable time out of your working day. We don’t care, because that’s what Serviced City Pads are here for. We will find and book all the accommodation that you need – whether it’s for yourself or your team – and our service to you is free. Using Serviced City Pads will save you hassle and time!  

Serviced City Pads are a professional, dynamic busines who are committed to delivering excellent service to our clients. We will act as your accommodation account manager, offering a one stop shop to fulfil all of the accommodation needs of your business across the UK.

Apart from the time saving aspect, we will also save your business money. Most businesses are still booking hotel rooms for their employees when they are working away from home. Serviced apartments – particularly when you consider that a 2 bedroom serviced apartment is usually around the same price as a hotel room, then the savings can be as a high as 50% v staying in a hotel.

There is no compromise when staying in a serviced apartment. You get much more space than the four walls of a hotel room and can also cook the food of your choice in a fully fitted modern kitchen. Eating in will also save the business a considerable amount of money over the lon term.

Of course, there is also the wellbeing of your employee. They will be able to relax and unwind much more in the spacious living area of a serviced apartment than a cramped hotel room. You can chillout and watch TV, and an apartment is more conducive to work in than a hotel. Workers will be more productive when they stay in a short stay corporate apartment.

We will reward you for every booking you make with us. Just click here to learn about how you will be rewarded for booking your accommodation. We value our customers loyalty. Joining the Serviced City Pads rewards club doesn’t cost anything and there are no obligations once you have joined. The more serviced apartments you book, the more points you will accumulate, and the more gift vouchers you will receive .

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