Bristol
Go sightseeing in style in a hot air balloon over Bristol! Flights are at sunrise and sunset and a glass of champagne is included upon completion of the trip! In August each year the Discovery Channel Balloon Fiesta takes place and is one of the largest and most spectacular outdoor events in the UK.
Shop for that special something in fashionable Clifton Village, brimming with independent shops, galleries, delightful boutiques and antique dealers, it’s the place to go for the individual and the unusual.
Glasgow
Glasgow is second only to London for shopping - Princes Square, oozes sophistication with high street brands and independent boutiques; Buchanan Galleries sell labels like Liberty and Burberry; The Italian Centre boasts the only Versace shop in the UK and the West End has an eclectic mix of vintage shops.
Glasgow is famous for its trendy bars and restaurants and there are a lot to choose from! Try champagne cocktails at the opulent Corinthian or Arta, in the Merchant City, followed by dinner at Rogano, one of the city’s most celebrated eateries or choose from the huge range of exquisite Indian Restaurants such as Crème de la Crème!
Dublin
Indulge in some quality Irish entertainment with a day at the races at Leopardstown Racecourse or a ‘ Night at the dogs’, Shelbourne Park. Both famous for the craic and atmosphere, a hot toddy or pint of the black stuff is optional!
Wander down Grafton Street, breakfast at Bewley’s Cafe and soak up the magical atmosphere…there’s nowhere quite like it! For something a little unique check out the Design Centre in Powerscourt Townhouse Shopping Centre. The shop is home to leading contemporary Irish and International Labels. Avoca Handweavers, on Suffolk Street, is a shopping utopia, featuring clothing, accessories, furniture, homewares, toys and food from its own label and other unique brands.
East Midlands
The East Midlands region is famous for its vast range of boutique hotels and health spas so if you want the perfect pampering experience then look no further! Check into a luxurious health spa, you can choose between modern purpose built facilities or glorious rural manors.
Why not try something different and see Nottingham on Horseback, Nottingham City Council have devised six circular routes to see the countryside! For something a little faster try the championship indoor karting circuit, at The One 4 All Circuit, in the Vale of Belvoir, 15 minutes from Nottingham city.
London
London means Luxury! Indulge in an unforgettable break in one of the world’s most fashionable, iconic cities. If you're shopping for the finer, quirkier things in life, chances are you’ll find them here.
A luxury weekend away is all about location! If you really want to push the boat out, try the Mandarin Oriental close to the shops, with a great spa, and a bar. For a slightly more hip, marginally cheaper option, try the Sanderson, a lavish urban retreat or the lovely Pembridge Palace, perfectly positioned on the Notting Hill / Kensington borders.
Liverpool
Capital for Culture, Liverpool is also capital of luxury with its stylish hotels, designer shopping and ultra trendy restaurants and nightlife. For a city break that’s all about getting dressed up, hip hangouts and celebrity spotting, Liverpool has all the right ingredients!
Liverpool's reputation for unforgettable nightlife was built on the back of the Cavern, and later Cream. Today the converted Polish church Alma de Cuba provides a stunning evening's entertainment, while the award-winning Chibuku Shake Shake is the city’s latest international success.