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NASA thinks space is teeming with planets that have gone rogue
NASA thinks space is teeming with planets that have gone rogue
In elementary school, you might have learned what a planet is: big, round, and orbiting
2023-07-22 17:53
Newegg Launches First Computer Shopping ChatGPT Plugin
Newegg Launches First Computer Shopping ChatGPT Plugin
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2023-07-25 21:27
Dick’s Sporting Goods Boosts Profit Outlook After Strong Quarter
Dick’s Sporting Goods Boosts Profit Outlook After Strong Quarter
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. raised its profit forecast as strong demand for sports gear overcame concerns of a
2023-11-21 20:56
Venice faces possible UNESCO downgrade as it struggles to manage mass tourism
Venice faces possible UNESCO downgrade as it struggles to manage mass tourism
The Italian city of Venice has been struggling to manage an onslaught of tourists in the budget travel era
2023-09-14 18:49
8 tips for parents and teens on social media use — from the US surgeon general
8 tips for parents and teens on social media use — from the US surgeon general
The U.S. surgeon general is calling for tech companies and lawmakers to take “immediate action” to protect kids’ and adolescents’ mental health on social media
2023-05-24 01:53
Trans woman's uphill journey to Miss Netherlands crown
Trans woman's uphill journey to Miss Netherlands crown
For the past decade, Rikkie Kolle has been on a journey that has seen her grow from a little boy in a Dutch harbour city...
2023-07-26 11:56
How a rural Alabama school system outdid the country with gains in math
How a rural Alabama school system outdid the country with gains in math
While the rest of the country’s schools were losing ground in math during the COVID pandemic, student performance in a rural Alabama school district was soaring
2023-09-19 20:49
The Best Nintendo Switch Games for Kids
The Best Nintendo Switch Games for Kids
As blockbuster video games continue trending toward gritty maturity, Nintendo remains committed to the radical
2023-11-18 22:15
Best UK aparthotels 2023: Where to stay for gyms, waterfront views and home cooking
Best UK aparthotels 2023: Where to stay for gyms, waterfront views and home cooking
For those who don’t want to check into a hotel, there is a budget-friendly alternative: the aparthotel. Long seen as the boring but functional alternative to traditional hotels for business travellers, stylish versions more akin to boutique boltholes have been popping up all over the country in recent years. They come with their own private kitchens, and sometimes even a lounge, which will provide couples and even families with much-needed space in which to relax. Unlike cottages or Airbnbs, there’s generally much better availability, flexibility and facilities, just like hotels. We’re talking everything from gyms and spas to bars and collaborative workspaces. So, if you’re someone who takes the phrase “a home away from home” seriously and are looking for the best of both worlds, we’ve found some of the best options to check in to around England. The best aparthotels in the UK are: Best aparthotel for a workation: Your Apartment Clifton Village Best aparthotel for gin-lovers: Kingsland Locke Best aparthotel for gym buffs: Native Manchester Best aparthotel for waterfront views: Staybridge Suites Best aparthotel for relaxation: Hiding Space Westgate Apartments Best spa aparthotel: Captain’s Club Hotel & Spa, Christchurch Best aparthotel for home cooking: Hyatt House Manchester Best aparthotel for city stays: STAY Camden Best aparthotel for a workation: Your Apartment Clifton Village Location: Clifton, Bristol This Your Apartment’s outpost is in the heart of leafy Clifton Village, where cute coffee shops and gourmet delis are just a stroll away. Each of the 34 studio apartments come with a double or king size bed, kitchenette, dining tables and chairs. Everything is contactless – you can check yourself in via your mobile phone. If you stay for a week or more, for a workation (there’s a co-working space in the building), for example, they’ll even give you a discount. Best aparthotel for gin-lovers: Kingsland Locke Location: Hackney, London Locke has a small empire of design-led aparthotels in London, including the Kingsland Locke in the heart of Dalston. Upstairs, there are 124 apartments, subtly attired in mossy green, each with a full-sized kitchen. But perhaps the best bits are found elsewhere in the building, where, aside from a gym and co-working space, you’ll find KRAFT Dalston, a gin distillery and microbrewery in one. Best aparthotel for gym buffs: Native Manchester Location: Picadilly, Manchester Just two minutes’ walk from Manchester Piccadilly train station, this collection of 166 smart apartments is housed in a warehouse that once stored bales of cotton imported from the US. There are seven different styles of room to choose from, including bijoux studios all the way up to a two-bed penthouse duplex. Every apartment has its own fully equipped kitchen, lounge space and king-size beds. There’s plenty to keep you busy in the building, including a restaurant, cinema and even a studio offering fitness classes. Best aparthotel for waterfront views: Staybridge Suites Liverpool Location: Liverpool A short walk from Tate Liverpool is IHG’s pet-friendly Staybridge Suites. You have the option of two different sized apartments – a smaller studio suite or a one-bedroom suite with a lounge spacious enough for a sofa bed for guests. If you’re in one of the 132 guest suites that offer stunning views of the Royal Albert Dock, you may well be tempted to stay in and enjoy the view. Otherwise, the city’s waterfront bar scene is ready to be soaked up. Oh, and they’ll treat you to breakfast the morning after. Best aparthotel for relaxation: Hiding Space Westgate Apartments Location: Bath Hiding Space has a few boutique-style aparthotels in Bath but the most centrally located is Westgate Apartments, just a few paces from the city’s celebrated Thermae Spa. While perfect for a couple, you also have the option of adding sofa beds to the airy, Scandi-inspired living rooms for bigger groups. There’s no on-site gym or restaurant here, but with the city’s gorgeous, honeyed architecture and vibrant food scene right on the doorstep, you’re unlikely to spend much time indoors. Best spa aparthotel: Captain’s Club Hotel & Spa Location: Christchurch, Dorset Perched on the edge of the River Stour in Christchurch is the Captain’s Club Hotel & Spa, which has a set of 12 self-catering apartments designed for groups. It’s all about the views here – the floor-to-ceiling windows in the lounge area look out over the river and across to the Hengistbury Head nature reserve. To welcome you to Dorset, a hamper of local treats, including a bottle of the award-winning sparkling wine from nearby English Oak vineyard, awaits. Best aparthotel for home cooking: Hyatt House Manchester Location: Manchester Hyatt House Manchester’s 116 studios and one-bedroom suites sit snugly between the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. The Laureate restaurant and The Graduate bar pay homage to its location but it’s the 18th-floor lounge, with high-flying views of the city, that’s the real star here. Breakfast is included – right now you can order ingredients to cook in your own kitchen or get it ready-made… just like room service. Best aparthotel for city stays: Stay Camden Location: Camden, London Stay Camden is made for workations – downstairs is hip co-working space LABS Collective, while, upstairs, you’ll find 169 apartments ranging from an airy one-bed to a spacious three-bed. Regardless of size, each of the Scandi-inspired apartments offers a fully-kitted kitchen and lounge area as well as a balcony to enjoy the London skyline. Pootle along the towpaths of Regent’s Canal to access the bars and restaurants on Camden High Street. 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2023-06-27 20:59
Tons of Lego sets just went on sale for Prime Day, including Star Wars and Minecraft
Tons of Lego sets just went on sale for Prime Day, including Star Wars and Minecraft
The long-awaited Prime Big Deal Days (Day 1) is finally here, and we're already seeing
2023-10-10 18:51
Sugar prices are rising worldwide after bad weather tied to El Nino damaged crops in Asia
Sugar prices are rising worldwide after bad weather tied to El Nino damaged crops in Asia
Sugar prices are soaring in many places
2023-11-19 13:58
Moutai coffee, anyone? Luckin is adding the fiery liquor to its lattes
Moutai coffee, anyone? Luckin is adding the fiery liquor to its lattes
Luckin Coffee has joined forces with Kweichow Moutai, the maker of China's fiery national liquor baijiu, for an unusual offering: alcoholic lattes.
2023-09-04 19:56