Brendan Cole, one of the professional dancers in BBC TV’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, announces his first live tour of the UK LIVE and UNJUDGED, performing at the Cheltenham Town Hall on 3rd January 2010.
The Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham is pleased to welcome Brendan, the ‘bad boy of ballroom’ to their hotel and host the tour’s stay in Cheltenham. The hotel will also welcome his galaxy of championship dancers; Brother Scott, ( three-times New Zealand champion); Latin American professionals Andrew Cuerden and Hanna Haarala (‘Strictly Come Dancing’ series 3). Izabela Hannah (series 3) and Nicole Cutler, former Strictly professional and World Latin American Champion.
Guests at the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham may have the opportunity to meet the young ballroom star, who has emerged as one of the top professionals in BBC TV’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. Brendan with his dancers, singers and a scorching band of hip young musicians gives the ultimate modern take on ballroom, up close and personal.
“I’m so very excited! To get the chance to create and perform my passion for dance with a live audience is a dream come true. With music that inspires me, my wish is to share with the audience the emotion and feeling dance gives me and bring performance to a whole new level. The dancers involved are all brilliant in their own right and together we will be bringing our unique talents to the stage to create true dance magic without limitation. I hope that everyone who gets to see the show enjoys it as much as I have enjoyed creating it.” Brendan Cole.
Cole has partnered some of the most stunning celebrities, including Kelly Brook, Lisa Snowdon and super-model Rachel Hunter, and his partner in the new series is ex model Jo Wood estranged wife of Rolling Stone guitarist Ronnie Wood.
Away from the TV series, Brendan has a burgeoning career as a celebrity performer, in much demand for some of the biggest celebrity TV shows. He appears at corporate events and choreographs for other dancers and stage shows. With his good looks and an easy charm, he is a favourite with dancewear companies and photographic agencies, and a popular guest at London’s social events.
To celebrate the launch of Brendan Cole’s live tour, the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham is offering discounted accommodation and tickets for zealous fans who would like to attend his show at the Town Hall. The popular Cheltenham hotel is offering B&B accommodation for just £49.00 (subject to availability).To book contact Kimberley Hatherall 01242 548200.
We all know how pound-stretching the festive season can be, especially coming up to this year’s ‘Christmas Crunch’. However, by following our top winter saving secrets you could contribute to a carbon-free Christmas and save enough money to start splashing out for New Year.
Save your space
For many years we have put up with distant relatives squeezing into the spare room, stopping on the sofa and draining our home resources dry. According to the Energy Saving Trust, an average household’s carbon footprint from lighting and running their home during Christmas alone increases by 500kg (adding £75.00 more to your electricity bill). It may not seem like the most obvious solution, but outbooking your guests to nearby accommodation in Cheltenham means someone else can bear the burden of your energy draining relatives. We’ve managed to find one hotel in Cheltenham who has slashed their prices to cater to the friends and families who may be visiting us this winter with bed and breakfast rates at only £30.00 per night – much cheaper than your electricity bill.
Save on food costs
During the Christmas period (3 days of festivities), the average household will spend £169.00 on food and drinks this year, according to an article by the Stockholm Environment Institute. This equates to £73.00 per person and adds a Christmas food wastage footprint of 26kg. With breakfast included in many hotel deals this year, the average household could save up to £24.00 per day not catering for breakfast-seeking relatives.
One nearby hotel in Cheltenham also provides Christmas guests with up to 25% discounts on restaurant meals at the Brewery leisure complex. Although you may not be able to get out of hosting Christmas Day Dinner, save time and money by letting them eat out and treat themselves before and after Christmas Day – they may even invite you along! Additionally, by having relatives stay elsewhere means there will be no extra feasting from your food reserves in between meals.
Save your sanity
Above all, let there be peace amongst all this Christmas! By outbooking relatives, you are more likely to ensure a stress-free festive season. Ensure your Christmas guests stay in a clean, modern and family friendly hotel in Cheltenham so they will also enjoy a relaxing break this year. Choose a hotel in Cheltenham that offers family rooms with breakfast included, and look for hotels close to the town centre so there is plenty for your friends and family to do – and not get under your feet instead!
For more information on winter saving deals please visit Christmas Deals Cheltenham
£30.00 B&B rate available from 20th to 30th December 2009 (Advance Purchase). Only bookable by visiting Christmas Deals Cheltenham available until 15th November 2009 (subject to availability).
Latest research has enabled Cheltenham’s newest hotel to provide the town’s corporate visitors with the nutritional breakfast they need before they start work or attend a meeting.
Research recently conducted by Holiday Inn Express showed that workers failing to eat a proper breakfast are costing the UK economy a staggering £22bn every year, equivalent to 923 million lost man hours. This demonstrates the importance of including the first meal of the day in your daily routine.
As well as offering complimentary breakfast for overnight visitors, the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham has launched a ‘Free Breakfast’ campaign for all meeting and conference delegates before their event starts. Hotel management believes this will give guests the nutritional provisions to enhance both their mental and physical productivity, and rescues guests from ‘no free breakfast’ chains in the local area.
The initiative was developed to raise awareness of the importance of breakfast especially before an early meeting or conference. Stocked with a complimentary continental breakfast and a dining area, the hotel will fortify those who may have skipped the meal before attending that all important meeting.
Jason Hiley, General Manger said “By taking our ‘Free Breakfast’ to our conference visitors we aim to help people realise the benefits of including the meal in their daily routine. Our research showed that those who skip breakfast can be left feeling sluggish and less productive, which is why we believe it’s essential to provide breakfast for everyone who stays with us – especially those looking for meeting rooms in Cheltenham.”
To book an ‘All Inclusive’ meeting room package with free breakfast, contact Kimberley Hatherall 01242 548200 or visit Meeting Rooms Cheltenham For further information, please contact:
Kimberley Hatherall
Sales & Marketing
k.hatherall@hiexcheltenham.com
01242 548200
Saturday 10th October, Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham
The Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham is hosting a dance event to raise much needed funds for Cheltenham’s Leukaemia and Intensive Chemotherapy Fund; to continue supporting local patients and their families affected by leukaemia, lymphoma and other blood cancers.
The public are invited to attend a Latin-style dance event with 2 salsa dance workshops with professional tuition aimed at all levels, followed by 2 live performances by top dance professionals as part of the entertainment. The event includes a 3 course dinner buffet menu, complimentary cocktails and an evening disco until late.
Proceeds from top raffle prizes will be donated to help support the LINC Charity based at Cheltenham General Hospital. Dr. Gill Rouse, LINC co-ordinator, says “We are glad to have support to raise much needed funds for a new countywide haematology unit to be built. Sincere thanks to all those who can support the event.”
For more information, please see Hotel Events
Saturday 10th October, from 6.30pm to 12am. Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham, Dunalley Street, Cheltenham, GL52 4AP. To book please call 01242 548200.
Cheltenham Hotel Wins Prestigious Award
Cheltenham’s newest hotel has been awarded this year’s prestigious Hotel of the Year award for its first year success.
The jewel in Cheltenham’s crown, the 3 star Holiday Inn Express is a sophisticated, modern hotel offering the latest in facilities and peerless service to meet the needs of its 21st Century visitors. As one of the biggest hotels in Cheltenham town centre, boasting 132 spacious contemporary rooms, Holiday Inn Express manages to seamlessly blend its elegant, contemporary design with the regency splendour of Cheltenham. Ideally located, just one minutes walk from Cheltenham town centre, the Holiday Inn Express is the perfect place for business or pleasure.
The Directors at the Birmingham Telegraph were so impressed with the quality of accommodation and the truly customer-orientated service provided they voted unanimously in favour of the Holiday Inn Express HOTEL CHELTENHAM as this year’s winner of the coveted B.A. HOTEL OF THE YEAR AWARD 2009, a completely independent Award Programme recognised both locally and nationally, acknowledging business excellence across a wide range of disciplines.
Not every company can walk away with one of these accolades, that have become the hallmark of success, but those that do all emerge from the process a more successful business; with many having gone on to become acknowledged leaders in the marketplace.
On receiving this Award, Jason Hiley, General Manager said:
“We are pleased to be recognised as the Hotel of the Year 2009. A great deal of care and attention has been put into creating genuine first-class guest experiences as a new hotel in Cheltenham. Our recent brand relaunch, which incorporated new hallmarks and an improved service approach, means our hotel is designed around our guests, providing the best value for money accommodation, conference and event facilities in the area.”
Kimberley Hatherall, Sales and Marketing Manager also commented “It is important for us to work closely with the Cheltenham community. Not only do we support local businesses by hosting networking events, but we also support local charities and community initiatives too.”
Boasting three large conference rooms, the Award-winning Holiday Inn Express CHELTENHAM HOTEL also ticks all the right boxes for companies looking for top class accommodation and meeting facilities all under one roof. As part of its’ commitment to support local businesses within the current economic downturn, the Hotel also hosts various networking functions.
Whether you’re in town for business or leisure, when staying at the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham…..good times are just around the corner, at The Brewery, Cheltenham’s newest leisure and retail destination, where all the Hotel’s guests receive fantastic discounts including:
- Fitness First – Unlimited free access to the gym, spa & pool facilities
- Restaurant Discounts – Up to 25% off at a selection of restaurants directly opposite the hotel
The perfect base for Cheltenham Racecourse’s race days and festivals, there is something for everyone in and around Cheltenham….you can take a stroll through Cheltenham’s regency grandeur or explore The Cotswolds, an area of astounding natural beauty.
The Hotel also provides NCP parking for all its guests adjacent to the hotel. Little wonder then Cheltenham’s Award-winning Holiday Inn Express Hotel is fast becoming the number one choice with discerning visitors looking for quality accommodation, state-of-the-art facilities and a warm welcome.
Receiving the B.A. HOTEL OF THE YEAR AWARD 2009 serves as a distinguishing factor that ranks Holiday Inn Express CHELTENHAM amongst the best in its field, as well as acting as a seal of approval to prospective clients.
To make a booking contact 01242 548200 Holiday Inn Express, CHELTENHAM, DUNALLEY STREET, CHELTENHAM, GL50 4AP ENGLAND, or visit Hotels in Cheltenham.
Cheltenham’s newest hotel, the Holiday Inn Express, headlined the battle against the economic downturn this month by kick-starting the summer with a barbeque networking event to get the business community together.
With many businesses facing uncertain times, the Holiday Inn Express encouraged local employers to network with each other in its newly landscaped courtyard. The BBQ buffet was complimented by summer cocktails and complimentary wine tasting. Fundraising for the local community was also supported with raffle proceeds being donated to the Mayor’s Charities - Winston’s Wish and Cheltenham Animal Shelter.
The Mayor himself attended the event informally, to meet and greet many of Cheltenham’s local businesses.
“In the midst of a recession, finding new ways to meet customers is now more important than ever,” says Jason Hiley General Manager “This event provided support for local companies to introduce themselves to potential clients, whilst the hotel provided an enjoyable and entertaining evening.”
Graham Philpot, economic development officer for Cheltenham Borough Council, said in a previous statement: ‘’Local businesses are always asking for a way to talk to and relate with each other because of the current economic climate, and we are therefore pleased to see the new Holiday Inn Express taking the lead with this agenda. These actions will enhance and benefit individual organisations, as well as the economy of the borough.’’
Kimberley Hatherall, Sales & Marketing Manager, also commented “Our first year has seen us establish ourselves as a new business in Cheltenham. We wanted to share this success with the rest of the town. As well as providing discounts for business people in Cheltenham, we host regular events where companies can share ideas and exchange information. This is our way helping our local business colleagues during these challenging times.”
More information about the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham events can be seen at Cheltenham Events
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Hotels in Cheltenham speak to guests
Cheltenham’s newest hotel, the Holiday Inn Express is taking part in the “World’s Biggest Sleepover” campaign launch this month. Almost 5 million free nights at over 4,000 hotels around the globe are up for grabs, as IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world’s largest hotel company, launches its biggest free nights offer, ever.
Employees of the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham followed IHG activities nationwide and flocked to the streets of Cheltenham dressed in pyjamas and dressing gowns to invite people to join the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham’s big sleepover.
General Manager, Jason Hiley explained: “Our hotel is proud to be part of this campaign. It is important to reward our guests for staying with us. With our Biggest Free Nights offer more guests can enjoy a stay at our hotel.”
Guests can earn a free night by registering at www.getafreenight.co.uk and staying two nights at any, Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn, InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, Staybridge Suites or Candlewood Suites around the world between 4th May and 3rd July 2009.
How the promotion works:
Register for the promotion at www.getafreenight.co.uk
Stay any two nights between 4th May and 3rd July 2009 (the two nights do not have to be consecutive or at the same brand of hotel).
Get one free night to use between 3rd July and 26th December 2009.
Use your free nights at one of over 4,000 hotels around the world
Earn up to four free nights (…stay eight nights, get four free)
The points collected for free nights can be redeemed in a variety of other ways, including; air miles, shopping vouchers or Priority Club points.
For more information about this offer and full terms and conditions visit: www.getafreenight.co.uk
For further details about the Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham participation in the World’s Biggest Sleepover or to check availability, please visit our Cheltenham Hotel.
Editor Contact
Kimberley Hatherall
Sales & Marketing
01242 548200
k.hatherall@hiexcheltenham.com
Holiday Inn Express
Dunalley Street
Cheltenham
GL50 4AP
