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Bath Business News Travel: Spring is coming – and it’s the perfect time to learn to ski

March 15, 2024
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Bath Business News Travel: Spring is coming – and it’s the perfect time to learn to ski

Longing to learn to ski, but think you’ve left it too late this season? Spring may be in the air, but there’s still snow on the slopes – if you choose wisely. March and early April are a great time to take to the mountains as blue skies and warmer temperatures make it more...

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Valentine’s Day may have just gone – but you can still fall in love in Bath, the UK’s most romantic city

February 13, 2024
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Valentine’s Day may have just gone – but you can still fall in love in Bath, the UK’s most romantic city

Bath’s reputation as the UK’s most romantic city has been boosted by the arrival of Channel 4’s First Dates, filmed at The Botanist restaurant in Milsom Place. With couples still loved-up from Valentine’s Day this week, Bath Business News travel editor Anne Gorringe – who was lucky enough to sit in on some of the programme's filming –...

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Venues shine in top tourism awards – with Bath hotel and restaurant named ‘winner of winners’

December 4, 2023
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Venues shine in top tourism awards – with Bath hotel and restaurant named ‘winner of winners’

Leisure and hospitality businesses from across the Bath area were among the victors at the region’s top tourism awards, with a city hotel and its restaurant claiming the coveted ‘winner of winners’ title. The Queensberry Hotel and the Olive Tree Restaurant, pictured, on Russel Street claimed the prestigious accolade at the end of the...

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Cruise operator’s choice of West of England for new sailings gives birth to hopes of Bath tourism boost

September 8, 2023
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Cruise operator’s choice of West of England for new sailings gives birth to hopes of Bath tourism boost

Bath’s tourism and hospitality sector could get a boost from thousands of extra visitors this year as the first cruise liners since the pandemic arrive in the region. Royal Portbury Dock, near Bristol, has been chosen by Ambassador Cruise Line as a stop-off point for its new ship Ambition, which will make six visits,...

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Bath Business News Travel: Movie magic on Malta – with star quality culture, food and adventure

May 19, 2023
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Bath Business News Travel: Movie magic on Malta – with star quality culture, food and adventure

Bath Business News travel editor Anne Gorringe discovers ancient temples, blue lagoons and boat rides across the bay – plus a booming film industry – on a magical trip to Malta Film fans have an extra reason to visit the beautiful island of Malta this summer. Award-winning director Ridley Scott will return to its...

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Sustainability is the key ingredient as Royal Crescent Hotel unveils new-look restaurant and bar

April 21, 2023
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Sustainability is the key ingredient as Royal Crescent Hotel unveils new-look restaurant and bar

Bath’s five-star Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa has relaunched its Montagu’s Mews restaurant and bar with an emphasis on local produce and sustainability – including ditching glass beer bottles in favour of aluminium cans. The 45-bedroom Georgian hotel & spa, owned by London-based investment group Topland, describes the new look as making the restaurant a “modern,...

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Bath Business News Travel: Ski until May with these great last-minute deals

March 23, 2023
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Bath Business News Travel: Ski until May with these great last-minute deals

Mid-March snowstorms mean that, right now, some resorts in the Alps are enjoying their best skiing conditions of the season. But they’re competing against destinations such as Norway, Bosnia and Canada. And if you’re thinking of heading to the slopes this Easter, there’s still time to grab a last-minute offer, writes Bath Business News travel editor Anne...

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Bath Business News travel: Europe’s best capital cities for a romantic spring break

February 9, 2023
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Bath Business News travel: Europe’s best capital cities for a romantic spring break

With spring just around the corner, it’s an ideal time to plan a weekend away. Flights are often cheaper and airports less busy – provided you avoid school holidays! And remember, you don’t always have to head to Paris to impress your Valentine, says Bath Business News Travel Editor Anne Gorringe. The approach of Valentine’s Day...

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Bath Business News travel: Fresh snow and direct flights offer great deals for spring ski breaks

January 13, 2023
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Bath Business News travel: Fresh snow and direct flights offer great deals for spring ski breaks

Welcome snowfall across the Alps has topped-up the previously below-average depths, and with a new service between Bristol Airport and Zurich plus up to five flights a day to Geneva this season, now is the perfect time to plan your next ski trip. There are plenty of last-minute offers available as well, writes Bath Business News Travel Editor...

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Bath Business News Travel: Stargazing on a volcano, visiting vineyards and whale-watching – not your usual Tenerife holiday

July 5, 2022
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Bath Business News Travel: Stargazing on a volcano, visiting vineyards and whale-watching – not your usual Tenerife holiday

Bath Business News travel editor Anne Gorringe heads away from Tenerife’s popular coastal resorts to discover vineyards, banana plantations and Spain’s highest peak on a fascinating trip to the island… Snuggled in my ski jacket, scarf wound tightly around my neck, I brace myself against the chill wind coming down the mountain. It’s my first time...

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