Newsletter - May 2005
Hello Spring!
Spring is probably the best time to travel around Europe - warm weather and great deals.
Why not try Venice, as one of you suggests below? Or what about all the festivals and events going on all over the UK? Or go to Edinburgh where we have great deals running all through May. On the way back go surfing in Newquay! Also, find out where you can have a bath in a 13 000 feet high hot spring!
But be careful though - In our Heathrow Syndrome Survey last month, more than 60% of you acknowledge that they have gained weight while travelling the United Kingdom. Yes, a deep fried chicken may be a great hangover cure, but it's also the fastest way to those extra kilos you don't want to show up on a sunny beach!
Enjoy your travels!
Travel Story of the Month: Venice Survival Tips
Natalie makes it again! After a review of Moulin Rouge in Paris, here are a few tips about Venice. Congratulations, Natalie, you've once again won free accommodation in any St-Christopher's Inn.
Venice is like the most battered and unpolished place when you first set eyes on the entrance to the Grand Canal. The you look closer and realise it's because it's lived in. The boats are filled with workers and school children as well as tourists, which was a surprise.
What about other cities where you've enjoyed similar experiences? Send us your travel stories! Each month, the winner gets 2 free nights at St-Christopher's Inns! Send your submissions to pillowtalk@st-christophers.co.uk
Awesome events - What are we up to this month?
Live bands at The Stag!
The Stag has an excellent line up of bands on Fridays and Saturday nights this month. Check out the line up for May!
- Fri 6th - The Somethings
- Fri 13th - Donut
- Fri 20th May - Don't Call Me Jane
- Sat 21st - Karaoke
- Fri 27th - Echo
- Sat 28th - Laughing Boy
Sunshine and Parties. Brighton has it all!
Aside from sunshine and pebbled beaches, what does Brighton have to offer this month?
The Inn
- Sports fans can catch all the games, live Monday to Thursday
- Pop Idols hopefuls can get some practice with Karaoke Friday
- Party all night Saturday with awesome DJ's
- Sunday nights are Open Mike nights - always a good laugh
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Our traditional pub from the 1500's has some excellent drinks specials and events this May - £6.95 bottles of House Wine (Monday - Friday. Come down to the venue for Quiz Nights on Monday's and get £1.50 pints of Cider between 8pm - 12am!
The Junction Club
- Friday and Saturday nights feature tunes by local Radio DJ's - Jazzy funk all night Sunday
- Monday night Quiz Night coming soon!
- Check in to the hostel or hotel and get a free shot when you purchase a drink at the bar
- Good deals at St Christopher's Inn, London Bridge
Other events across the UK
With summer in full swing (in some places more than others); head outside for some great events this month. Jump on a plane train or automobile and get out to some of these fantastic events kicking off summer in the UK.
Find out more about these events
Edinburgh
Heineken Cup Final 2005, 22nd May, Murrayfield Stadium
Brighton
- The Brighton Festival and Brighton Fringe Festival 7-29 May 2005
- Brighton Rocks! Live bands at The Brighton Centre
London
- Chelsea Flower Show 24-28 May 2005
- London Comedy Festival May 2005
- Covent Garden May Fayre and Puppet Festival, May 2005
- Baishaki Mela 15 May, 2005
- Deepdale Jazz and Real Ale Festival
Bath
- Bath Fringe Festival 27 May - 12 June 2005
- Bath International Music Festival 20 May - 5 June 2005
Find out more about these events
Hockey Returns To NASN This May
NASN is bringing you the 2005 IIHF World Championship, live from Austria. The best hockey players in the world will be together for the first time in 2005. They'll battle to take home the trophy Canada claimed in a thrilling come-from-behind gold medal game against Sweden last time out. With the NHL 'on ice' in 2005, the tournament offers you a chance to see how your favourite pro-players have been keeping in shape.
The puck drops on April 30th and on NASN they'll be showing 17 games live or as-live in the two week period leading up to the Bronze Medal game and the Gold Medal game on May 15th. We'll be showing games from both venues for the championship, Vienna and Innsbruck. And with the tournament being hosted in Europe, we'll have the games in primetime.
Plus, NASN brings you up to 15 live Major league Baseball games a week, live NASCAR Nextel Cup action and hoop-by-hoop coverage from the NBA Playoffs. Watch it all in your local Belushi's or St Christopher's Inn!
Surfers! Book your Newquay Summer Holiday!
Newquay is the most popular surf destination in the United Kingdom. It has a great choice of 5 different beaches and superb nightlife. The season usually starts in early June, and does not finish until the end of September. That's 4 months of sun and surf!
St-Christopher's bar and hostel in Newquay is THE place for surfers. The hostel has 80 beds (Most overlooking the ocean), a great Belushis bar overlooking Towan Beach. The beach is only a few steps away, down the cliff, with the center of town at your doorstep as well. Those wanting to learn how to surf, can ask our staff for recommendations on the best surf schools in town.
We have set up a great £145 week package for you. This includes 7 nights in any dorm, with linen, continental breakfast and bathroom facilities. These packages run Saturdays to Saturdays, in July and August, and can be booked online using our Booking Form. You can also book our regular offers directly on our website. Those in-the-know, book early. We suggest you do to!
Go up north to meet the Scots!
May is the best time to discover Scotland. We've put up a very special deal for you! Stay 2 nights in our Edinburgh hostel, and get a third night for free! This is valid all through May, for anyone checking in on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays, in any room size. That means some spare money to give this 12 year old Scotch a try!
Our conveniently located Edinburgh hostel is right next to the station, airport shuttles stop, and at the entrance of the old Town. It has all the best facilities you could think of, even a private garden and two great Belushi's bars!
To book your 3 for 2 special deal
Call us on +44 (0) 207 407 1856, or
e-mail us on bookings@st-christophers.co.uk.
Where can you find the highest hot spring bath?
This is the start of a new series where we will tell you about places on the planet that are completely unique.
Sooooo, what about having a little swim in a hot spring located 13 000 feet above sea level? How does that feel to be in a place like that?
