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Shopping Weekends in York

History really does come to life in York, Englands finest example of a medieval walled city. The main attraction of a weekend break in York is the Minster, a magnificent example of gothic architecture and famous for its stained glass windows. Dont miss the Chapter House and the intricately carved choir screen. The citys fascinating variety of museums and exhibitions. York in Viking times is celebrated at Jorvik, while York Castle Museum has a marvellous reconstruction of Victorian Kirkgate. And our city breaks in York are a great opportunity to see the archaeological treasures in the Yorkshire Museum, including the stunning Middleham Jewel. Train enthusiasts on a city break in York, meanwhile, will love the National Railway Museum, where the famous Flying Scotsman is on display. For a great view of the city during your stay in York, head to Cliffords Tower while the shops in the ancient Shambles and Stonegate are a joy to browse. The city is also famous for its large number of excellent pubs & Restaurants.

Shopping Weekends in London

Next to New York and Paris, London offers almost certainly the best shopping experience of any city in the world. Certainly, visitors to the capital are often overwhelmed by the utter range of goods obtainable. For major international and British Brands, Londons major shopping areas tend to centre around Oxford Street and Regent Street, while Knightsbridge is home to stores stocking even additional upmarket goods. Anyone looking for specialist items should head to Covent Garden, whilst those with severe money to spend descend towards New Bond Street home to some of Britains most fashionable shops.

Shopping Weekends in Belfast

Two years ago Lonely Planet described Belfast as a city on the rise and Frommers rated Belfast in the Top 12 world holiday destinations for 2009. In its 2010 Guide, Lonely Planet describe the 'hip-hotels-and-hedonism party town' while adding '...get here early and enjoy it before the rest of the world arrives'...It is logical then that Belfast has become an extremely popular city break destination. City Breaks are the travel choice of the teens; with air fares and sea fares at their lowest ever and with budget airlines practically giving away tickets short city breaks are within the range of most Europeans. We have more words for 'party' than any other culture! Words like 'craic' 'a wee Knees up' 'hooley' 'crank up the volume' 'shindig' 'a bash' 'no time like now' but it goes on and on with all expressing a sense of urgency; the Irish will party at the drop of a hat! Perhaps your interest is in history and culture? Or maybe you love theatre and concerts? How about street carnivals and festivals? Or maybe you just want to celebrate something in a real party atmosphere? Well, you will find a Belfast City Break package that is designed just for you. There is always an exciting event taking place in Belfast; as one finishes another begins! Perhaps you are literary minded? We have a tradition of great writing in Belfast having produced some of the finest modern writers today. Music is part of the fabric of life in Belfast and has produced such diverse artists as Van Morrison and James Galway to Snow Patrol. We have numerous festivals that children adore from the Festival of Fools to the Belfast Childrens Festival and more.

Shopping Weekends in Edinburgh

Stay in a Hotel in the middle of Edinburgh with a city break - A city of outstanding splendor Edinburgh short breaks feature a beautiful and superbly atmospheric city packed with excellent architecture and overflowing with history. Scotlands capital is a delightful city for just walking around, with most of the major sights within a manageably compact central area. The principal appeal of Edinburgh weekend breaks is the look of the city itself and the delightful contrast between the fine medieval streets of the Old Town and the graceful, elegant Georgian architecture of the New Town. All Edinburgh city breaks unavoidably focus on the two great thoroughfares, the Royal Mile and Princes Street, and the truly wonderful castle that sits above and looks over the city. The undulating nature of the city along with fine parks and viewpoints make Edinburgh short breaks a favourite.