Just paid a visit to Liverpool and booked in at the Staybridge apartments right next door to the new Echo Arena. The City has gone through an amazing transformation over the last 3 years, the Echo Arena holds 11000 people and is on the banks of the Mersey right next door to the historic Albert Dock and has leading artists appearing there. There is also the BT Convention Centre to compliment it, if it’s retail therapy and nightlife you are after the new Liverpool One shopping complex has it all, over 45 acres of land has been redeveloped and pedestrianised with all the leading brands having a base there, a number of leading hotel groups have also opened new hotels around the complex with the Hilton opening this month. Finally, if it’s champagne and luxury you like try Champu opened by Herbert of Liverpool, best known as the celebrity hairdresser, where you can be served with champagnes ranging from £60 to £1200 per bottle. Another great place is Alma de Cuba winner of the best bar, best restaurant and UKs best venue 2008. It is set inside the magnificent conversion of the former St Peter’s Catholic Church.
http://www.liverpool-one.com
