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As we get ready to welcome in 2012 may of us are working out what we can change in the New Year, whether it’s the old cliché of going to the gym, giving up a vice or simply seeing more of your family everyone likes to clean the slate and start New Year afresh.
2012 promises to be an exciting year from the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee to the 2012 Olympic Games there is plenty going on. Why not make your 2012 one to remember with some of Superbreak’s top resolutions.
Travel More
From exploring the British Isles to taking the trip of a lifetime the world is full of new places to discover. See the fantastic cities of Europe on a Eurostar break, climb to the top of the Empire State Building in New York, tour the Sydney Opera House or simply relax on the beautiful beaches of the Canary Islands. If you don’t want to travel far then there are plenty of cities and towns to explore throughout the UK, from the picturesque scenes of the Cotswolds to the bustling streets of Birmingham or Manchester and the stunning coastlines of Cornwall and Devon.
See a West End Musical
There’s nothing quiet like seeing a top musical in the heart of the West End, whether after drama, comedy or family entertainment there is a theatre break to suit you. New for 2012 London welcomes Sweeny Todd with Michael Ball and Singin’ in the Rain, while many of the top shows are now touring across the county you can see Sister Act in Cardiff, Phantom of the Opera in Manchester and Dirty Dancing in Birmingham. For serious drama there is a fantastic array of Shakespeare plays and adaptations as part of the World Shakespeare festival.
Go on Safari
A great suggestion for all animal lovers but if you can’t afford a trip to Africa then why not head to one of the UK’s wildlife parks. Paradise Wildlife Park in Hertfordshire is home to a huge selection of animals from big cats to monkeys, penguins, reptiles and more. The park even offers special experiences where you can get up close and personal with the animals and Feed the big Cats or have Tea with the Tigers.
Have Fun
Across the world there are a superb range of attractions and themeparks to suit all tastes, from historic castles, stately homes and gardens and world class museums to adrenalin fuelled rides, aquariums and sightseeing tours there is something for everyone to enjoy. This year get out and about and explore what’s all around you.
What New Years resolutions will you be making?
December 30, 2011
With Christmas behind us and New Year creeping closer people all over the world are getting ready to welcome in 2012. Whether planning a family celebration, a night out with friends or taking part in some of the huge celebrations there is plenty going on.
Famed for its Hogmanay Edinburgh is a fantastic destination for a New Year break. Running for three days from the 30 December 2011 to the 1 January 2012 the Hogmanay takes over the streets of Edinburgh. With music, dance, cinema and fireworks there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate. This year the Hogmanay features live music from a fantastic array of bands including Primal Scream, Mark Ronson, Friendly Fires and Bombay Bicycle Club. With hotels in Edinburgh booking up fast this is a hugely popular way to see in the New Year, with visitors from all over the world travelling to Edinburgh to join in the festivities.
London’s midnight fireworks over the Thames attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Last year over 250,000 people gathered to see the amazing fireworks and welcome in the New Year. If you are planning a London break for New Year then make sure you arrive at the viewing platforms early as they fill up hours before the display stars. The London New Year celebration also includes a DJ set from Radio 1 DJ Nihal from 10pm and the infamous sound of Big Ben ringing through the New Year.
Around the world there will be celebrations taking place from the millions of people who will gather at New York’s Times Square to fireworks over the iconic Sydney harbour New Year is a fantastic time to discover the world.
Where will you be this New Year? Where’s the best place you have spent New Year?
December 29, 2011
Christmas is now just around the corner and while the rush is on to do that last bit of Christmas shopping, we should also be preparing to wave goodbye to 2011 and welcome 2012 with open arms. If you are still organising the finishing touches to a perfect Christmas why not let someone else do the hard work over the New Year and relax with one of our many New Year Hotel Breaks.
Many hotels across the UK are getting ready for their busiest time of the year, with a mixture of Christmas Parties and festive breaks happening over the next few weeks they need to make sure they are fully prepared for the festive rush! But once the turkey is gone and Christmas day is over they still have to make sure they are organised for the biggest party of the year, New Years Eve!
Even though there is only a few weeks to go there is still a huge selection of 1 and 2 night hotel breaks still available with many hotels pulling out all the stops and including Gala Dinners, entertainment well into the early hours and a much needed late checkout on New Years Day!
So whether you want to enjoy Hogmanay in Scotland or welcome 2012 in with style in Yorkshire, you are sure to find a hotel break to make New Years Eve 2011 one to remember.
How will you be spending this New Years Eve?
December 16, 2011
London is a fantastic place to be at Christmas, with an array of festive lights, displays and decorations it offers a great atmosphere for your short break. If you are arriving into the city via rail then make sure you visit St Pancras station to see the amazing 10 metre high Lego Tree, constructed form 600,000 Lego bricks it’s a sight to behold and is on display at the station until the 2nd of January.
Walking though London you can take in the many decorations distributed throughout the city. From the renowned Regent Street lights, this year with the theme of the new Christmas film Arthur Christmas, to the displays in some of London’s biggest shops.
Discover a magical toy land at Hamleys with the chance to meet Father Christmas or take in the stunning window displays at Harrods and Selfridges, with Harrods Crystal Christmas inspired by Swarovski and Selfridges innovative Whispering Window. Don’t miss out on the Carnaby Christmas Decorations – who over the years have created exciting and different displays.
Why not try your hand at Ice Skating, with plenty of rinks across the city you are spoilt for choice. Whether skating at the London Eye, Somerset House or in the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland you’ll soon feel Christmassy.
Many London hotels have also gone all out, the Montague on the Gardens hotel has created a Winter Wonderland on its wooden decking featuring pine trees, falling snow, reindeer, snowmen, ski racks, piste maps and strings of fairy lights and lanterns, not to mention a bar which offers 12 different flavoured vodkas.
What will you be going to see on your London break?
December 8, 2011
The Christmas trees are going up and the cakes are ready to be decorated, yes our favourite time of year has now arrived! Here at Superbreak Towers we love Christmas and as a way to thank all our lovely Superbreak Superstars we have launched a huge competition to celebrate the festive season.
Superbreak’s 12 Days of Christmas competition will give one lucky person the trip of a life time to Disneyland® Paris. The prize includes return rail from any UK mainline station, Eurostar tickets directly to Disneyland Paris, a 2 night stay in either the Disney’s Newport Bay Club® or Disney’s Sequoia Lodge® and one 3-day hopper ticket per person, valid for both the Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney Studios® Park! To be in with winning this fantastic prize all you have to do is enter your details. But that’s not all; we are also offering some fantastic daily prizes one to be revealed each day behind our 12 Days of Christmas advent calendar.
So what are you waiting for!? Visit our 12 Days of Christmas competition now or keep up to date with all the prizes on twitter and facebook.
December 2, 2011
This Saturday the York Ice Rink has its official opening at the Designer Outlet, with a Winter Wonderland, market stalls and bar and café it’s a great day out for anyone staying on a York break this weekend. Throughout the winter there are plenty of ice rinks popping up across the country. So whether you think you are the next Olympic champion or just fancy a glide on the ice before a warming hot chocolate have a look at our guide to the best open air ice rinks on offer.
Eyeskate at the London Eye:
If you are planning a stay in London this winter the head down to the London Eyes newest attraction. The Eyeskate rink is situated on the Southbank beneath the shadow of the stunning London Eye. The rink is open until the 5th January 2011 between 10am and 9pm.
Edinburgh’s Ice Rink:
If you are heading to Scotland in the festive season then a trip to Edinburgh’s Ice Rink is a must. Set by the East Princes Street Gardens the Edinburgh Ice Rink is one of Europe’s largest Ice Rinks and adds a touch of magic to your Christmas break.
Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland:
The Cardiff Ice Rink is surrounded by children’s rides, stalls selling mulled wine and indulgent treats and a relaxing café. The Winter Wonderland is in its 11th year and is a great reason to visit Cardiff this winter.
As well as the newly opened Eyeskate London is home to an array of fantastic ice rinks from the renowned Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park to the skating outside the Tower Of London and Somerset House there are plenty of superb ice skating location to choose from on your London break.
Where will you be skating this winter?
November 25, 2011
Those on London breaks this week have the chance to witness some of the latest film premieres, from children’s films to action and drama there is plenty to look forward to at the cinemas in the coming months. On the 20th November London welcomed the cast of Happy Feet 2 to its UK premiere at the Empire in Leicester Square; the follow up to the 2006 film is expected to a big hit this Christmas.
Also this week Puss in Boots will have its UK premier at the Empire Cinema in Leicester Square. Dreamworks spin off from the Shrek series sees Antonio Banderas reprise his role of Puss in a stand alone film. For Shrek fans why not double a visit to the premiere with tickets to see the fantastic Shrek the Musical at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane.
Alongside the Aardman Animation Arthur Christmas, Happy Feet Two and Puss in Boots have been nominated for the Best Animated Film award at next years 84th Academy Awards.
On Monday 28th November the much talked about Martin Scorsese film Hugo will be premiered, while in December visitors staying in London hotels can see the buzz around the premieres of Sherlock Holmes 2 and Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol.
Will you be heading down to London for a glimpse of the stars, which films will you be watching this Christmas?
November 23, 2011
Many theme parks are now closed for the winter but there are some that are open for limited rides and events throughout the festive season for those on attraction breaks to enjoy.
Chessington World of Adventure offers a zoo only ticket which allows you to discover an array of amazing animals across the zoo and Sealife centre, from the mighty lions and tigers to gorillas, sharks and more there is plenty to discover. Plus throughout December you can enjoy the parks Festive Zoo Days with Reindeer, Christmas Elves and Father Christmas all putting in an appearance, Chessington’s Festive Zoo days are available the 10th – 11th Dec & 17th Dec – 2nd Jan.
At Drayton Manor there is a magical Christmas, see the reindeers in the zoo or explore behind the scenes at Santa’s workshop, where boys and girls under nine will receive a free present. Celebrate Christmas with Thomas the tank Engine in Thomas Land, from November 26th 2011- Monday January 2nd 2012 limited rides will be open including the 19 rides in Thomas Land, the Ben 10 ultimate Mission rollercoaster alongside a 4D Cinema, Carousel, Jolly Buccaneer and Big Wheel.
At Alton Towers there is an array of activities available at the special Santa’s Sleepover events and the Alton Towers Festive breaks. Discover the wonder of Santa’s grotto on a sleepover break, where you can see the reindeer before their big flight, enjoy the sharks at Sharkbait reef or simply relax and enjoy the entertainment. For the Festive breaks a number of rides are open from Old MacDonald’s Farmyard and Mutiny Bay, as well as the wacky Waterpark.Сайт знакомств
What will you be doing this winter? Will you be visiting any of the UK’s theme parks?
November 19, 2011
Part of the Christmas tradition is the family pantomime, where parents, children and grandparents can all get together and enjoy a fun filled show. From the traditional fairy tale setting of Snow White to the swashbuckling Peter Pan and Robinson Crusoe there is a show to suit everyone going on your Christmas Break.
Pantomimes have always attracted celebrities into their midst and this year is no different with an array of popular stars taking up their pantomime roles. X factor contestants Jedward are starring in their very own pantomime in Dublin, entitled Jedward and the Beanstalk it sees the two brothers take the leading role at the Olympia Theatre. Former Britain’s got Talent Judge David Hasslehoff will appear in Peter Pan when he takes up the role of Captain Hook at the Bristol Hippodrome theatre, perfect for those staying at nearby Bristol hotels.
Fans of Strictly Come Dancing can see Craig Revel Horwood take on the role Wicked Queen in the Dartford Orchard Theatre’s production of Snow White this Christmas. The production also features Anne Widdecombe and promises to entertain.
Panto favourite Christopher Biggins will appear at the New Theatre Cardiff’s production of Robinson Crusoe and the Caribbean Pirates, while in Glasgow John Barrowman also stars in Robinson Crusoe.
Staying in London hotels over the festive period there are plenty of fantastic seasonal shows to choose from. From the classic Snowman at the Peacock Theatre to the hilarious Potted Panto which captures seven classic pantos in just 80 minutes.
Will you be going to a pantomime this year? Are you a fan of the farce or do you steer clear?
November 16, 2011
We all know that the way to tell it’s nearly Christmas is when you hear the first jingle of the bells on “The Holidays are Coming” Coca-Cola Christmas Advert. The giant red truck covered in Christmas lights has been a staple part of Christmas advertising for many years but this year is extra special, as its coming to a town near you!
The Coca Cola truck will be heading to York on the 4th of December and people visiting York Hotels to enjoy York’s Festive Fayre on the 3 – 18 December will be able to see the Coca-Cola truck in all its glory. We are based in York and the announcement of the truck coming to the city centre has already sent a huge buzz around the office. 
If you are on a short break in Glasgow you will be able to see the truck as it visits Glasgow ASDA and Morrison’s on the 24 November and anyone enjoying the Christmas Market in Plymouth will be able to join in on the 20 November, as well as this the truck will be passing through.
You can check the Coke site to see exactly where the truck is heading but it seems if you are planning on a short break before Christmas season the truck will never be too far away.
Will you be looking out for the Coca-Cola truck?
November 9, 2011
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