Marking the end of summer for many, the August Bank Holiday is fast approaching with the extended weekend of fun taking place from Friday 25 August until Monday 27 August. To celebrate the year’s final Bank Holiday weekend, we’re shining the spotlight on three destinations offering the perfect base for creating memories with a whole bucket list of things to do and events to experience! August Bank Holiday in London London offers everything you could possibly want from a memorable August Bank Holiday weekend and no doubt, the main attraction of the weekend is the Notting Hill Carnival! Established as
Read moreWin a stay at Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel!
Splash down for some summer time fun in Southampton and win a two-night stay at the fantastic Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel. Standing proud as one of the oldest hotels in Southampton, dating back over 500 years, the Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel is a 4-star hotel in a Grade II listed building which also offers convenient on-site parking for up to 80 vehicles. Guests can enjoy a modern and contemporary stay in a hotel retaining a traditional appeal, with many original features in-tack, including two of Britain’s largest bay windows! And it doesn’t stop there as the port city is overflowing
Read moreAfternoon tea for two at three tasty hotels!
Afternoon Tea Week is here and the team at Infotel have been discussing the ultimate afternoon tea question; cream on top of jam or cream first with jam on top? It seems the slightly controversial answer depends on whether you’re in Devon or Cornwall so we’re playing it safe and have chosen to take afternoon tea for two at three tasty hotels who serve the most tempting teas in their region. Afternoon Tea at Francis Hotel Bath Mgallery by Sofitel First on the menu is the stylish Francis Hotel Bath Mgallery by Sofitel. Located in the centre of the historic
Read moreA ‘home from home’ stay at Beddoe Apartments!
Apartments are an increasingly popular choice when it comes to a few nights away in a town or city! Beddoe Apartments offer the very best of both worlds with all the facilities you would expect from a hotel stay while providing the freedom and flexibility of making your own meals, preparing breakfast and having your own space. Facilities at Beddoe Apartments Fresh and modern, with simplistic and tasteful design, guests are welcomed to apartment living with complimentary tea, coffee and milk and groceries and toiletries can be organised in advance of your arrival helping to alleviate any stresses of shopping
Read moreA new collective for The House of Thwaites!
The House of Thwaites, formerly known as the award-winning family brewer with a large and wonderful collection of pubs has been quietly developing an array of high-quality hotels, spas and inns, all of which have been restored and now boast character, charm and the warmest of welcomes. The new collection features ideas and inspiration from hundreds of team members across the country who were involved in the process, from concept to design. So next time you plan a visit to a Thwaites hotel, you’ll discover the story behind the building, the culture and the personality which is evident throughout the
Read moreA coastal, countryside or city stay in Yorkshire!
We’re shining the spotlight on Yorkshire and all it has to offer the leisure and business guest for Yorkshire Day, taking place today (Wednesday 1 August). With the aim to promote the wonderful history behind the largest county in the UK, we wanted to showcase a variety of destinations ticking all the boxes for the ultimate few days away. Known for Norman Castles such as Flamborough Castle, Bolton Castle and Cliffords Tower, the Industrial Revolution era and as the home of two National Parks; Peak District and North York Moors, there’s no wonder why we’re excited to take a further
Read moreExplore Gloucester with Edward Hotel!
Gloucester, the Cathedral City of the Cotswolds, sits on a wonderful array of history and heritage stretching back over 2,000 years to Roman times. So as you can imagine, the limit to what you can do and see in the area is endless and it’s definitely one to think about for a summer getaway! And that’s why we’re excited to share a dedicated tour package to ensure you don’t miss out on all there is to offer in the area! The Edward Hotel makes seeing the local sights and landmarks of the city even easier. We caught up with the proprietor, Howard
Read moreGet outside and enjoy National Parks Week!
We’re flying the flag for National Parks Week which takes place from Sunday 22 to Sunday 29 July. Aimed at encouraging families to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors with seaside safaris, forest walks and parkland adventure, the festival celebrates all 15 National Parks in the UK and provides us with the perfect excuse to delve a little deeper into the delights of six of the nation’s parks. South Downs National Park The newest National Park is South Downs with encompasses hundreds of square kilometres of woodland, busy market towns, rolling chalk uplands and river valleys. Visitors can find
Read moreSchool’s out! Time to take off with Park and Fly!
If you’ve not yet booked your airport parking for the summer holidays, our round up of hotels which are located near UK airports offering either airport parking or park and fly will help you get your holiday off to the best flying start! Hotels near to London Heathrow Airport offering Park and Fly If you are travelling to London Heathrow Airport you could consider accommodation in Hertfordshire and Middlesex as the airport has excellent road links with the M25 and M4. The Heathrow Express is a non-stop 15 minute journey from central London and an overland train service operates from
Read moreInfotel Offer of the Month: Golders Green Apartment
This month we’re excited by not one but two brilliant offers Golders Green Apartment is running during the summer months and beyond, making it an easy choice for Infotel Offer of the Month! Located in the capital city and centrally positioned in Greater London, this accommodation boasts the very best of both worlds by creating the ultimate ‘home from home’ feel, while adding all the bonuses and luxury of a hotel stay. As well as its ideal location and with excellent transport links for getting into the city, Golders Green is just 14 miles from London City Airport, one hour from Stansted,
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