With winter out of the way Premier Apartments in Bristol are looking forward to the buzz that the City has as the light lasts a little longer in the evening. Being able to explore the Bristol Harbourside again is a real treat with exhibits such as the SS Great Britain, At Bristol and the M-Shed.
From February right through until May visitors will be able to see some never before seen panoramic views of the City. The spectacular views can be seen from the 60-metre Bristol Wheel. With prices for adults at only £6 we think this is a great value attraction.
From the end of March Bristol Museum and Art Gallery will host ten of Leonardo da Vinci’s finest drawings from the Royal Collection. This exhibition is part of the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen.
Later in the year the whole City is looking forward to see for the first time out of London the arrival of Disney’s The Lion King. Tickets are on sale now from the Bristol Hippodrome. In the 13 years the Lion King has been at London’s Lyceum Theatre the show has been seen by 65 million people from across the globe. Our advice would be to get your tickets and accommodation booked early to secure our best deals and apartment special offers.
December is now upon us and what an exciting month ahead with the city lit up with Christmas lights, the German Christmas Market getting people in the festive mood.
But for all the shoppers out there I know you’ll all be looking forward to the January sales! A great time to treat yourself to the item you’ve been dreaming about! And the place to visit would be Cabot Circus and Cribbs Causeway with a wide range of high street shops all under one roof!
With 2012 only around the corner I’m sure it will be filled with anticipation of the Olympics, Bristol City will see the torch arrive on the 4th day of the Relay, 22nd May 2012. Bristol will be the first City the torch visits so there will be plenty of celebrations throughout the day and evening to mark this memorable occasion! Focusing on the Youth of Bristol, inviting young up and coming acts to perform.
For all music loves!! The Bristol Acoustic Music Festival commences on the 13th January for its iconic, three-day acoustic music festival. With various acts performing and celebrating the breadth and diversity of Bristol’s unplugged music scene. Artists to look forward to seeing at the festival Steve Page, Katey Brooks, Benny Sensus and Bashema.
The Bristol Hippodrome have got some great productions arriving in the New Year. Sister Act is coming to Bristol direct from the record breaking run at the London Palladium, 11th January- 21st January 2012. More than a million people saw Sister Act in the West End, this fabulous, family-friendly, feel-good show is packed with songs inspired by Motown, funk, soul and disco.
And to follow Sister Act the most successful touring show in entertainment will be arriving on 23rd January- 29th January 2012, since its world premiere, Lord Of The Dance has become the most talked about, the most written about and the most acclaimed show in musical history.
Cabot Circus is a shop-a-holics haven, offering a number of the finest high street shops all under one roof, Harvey Nichols, LK Bennet, Ted Baker, French Connection the list is endless! There are also a number of restaurants and cafes to help fuel your shopping experience from Starbucks to Giraffe!
If the Christmas shopping is complete and hidden away then why not really get in the festive mood this Christmas and visit the Bristol Hippodrome to see this years Panto, Peter Pan. David Hasselhoff will be starring in the swashbuckling family pantomime Peter Pan from Saturday 10 December 2011 as Captain Hook. Obviously the parents will be aware of the legend that is David Hasselhoff but for the children you might have to explain he’s best known for the iconic roles of Michael Knight in Knight Rider and Mitch Buchanan in the most watched TV show in history, Baywatch and is currently appearing as a judge in Britain’s Got Talent. The hilarious Andy Ford will be returning to the Bristol Hippodrome, starring as Smee. Peter Pan is the perfect treat for the whole family!
If you prefer something a little more traditional then take a trip to the German Christmas market. This will be the 3rd time the German Christmas Market has come to Bristol, it will be arriving on 10th November until 22nd December. Shoppers can enjoy German market stalls selling traditional crafts, gifts and mouth watering festive German food and drink including gluhvein, bratwurst, waffles, apple rings, liquorice, chocolates and cakes!
Don’t panic shop this Christmas; make it a fun and festive with our Christmas Package! On arrival you’ll be greeted with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie to really get you in the festive mood. Then hit the shops and Christmas Markets, you’ll be able to tick off your list and then make some time to treat yourself too! Benefit from our Christmas Shopping package which is available to book from 1st November until 24th December.
Premier Apartments Bristol would also like to announce that we’ve been awarded a Silver Award by Green Tourism!
The Beautiful colours of autumn: Believe it or not sadly the summer has left us and we’re now heading towards the colourful autumn period, and what better way to appreciate the outdoors than a visit to Westonbirt Arboretum. If you’re a passionate about photography or just enjoy a leisurely walk there are plenty of tours and activities to get involved in.
Wrap up in style: If you haven’t already prepared your winter wardrobe don’t panic Cabot Circus are hosting Ultimate Fashion Weekender on 24th -25th September. The most important thing is to be warm so you can battle the elements but if you can do it in style surely that’s a Gok Wan Bonus!? You’ll also be able to take advantage of the exclusive offers and free catwalk shows.
Make learning fun: Although the schools have gone back that doesn’t mean the weekends aren’t for learning too! Get interactive and visit At-Bristol to delve into the science world and find out more about the body! A great family day out
Bristol is a great place to explore whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend visiting the theatre or enjoying a glass of Champagne at the Harbourside, or you maybe be looking for a family break in Bristol and this is where the city has so much to offer Bristol, Blue reef Aquarium, SS Great Britain, At-Bristol, Bristol Boat trips and so much more!
We understand the time, money and planning it takes to keep everyone entertained throughout the summer school holidays, this is why we are giving you a helping hand with our guide of what to do and where to go in Bristol over the next few months.
We have put together a range of Bristol accommodation special offers to suit everyone: from our Family Value Breaks; Summer Special Breaks and Couple Value Breaks, each including added enhancements to make your time in Bristol extra special and giving you more time to explore the city and what the city of Bristol really has to offer!!
Premier Apartments are located in the heart of this thriving city. Throughout the summer holidays there are plenty of events, festivals and family fun to be had in and around the city, we are just scratching the surface on what of going on in Bristol with a few things to see and do in this brilliant city!
For Nature Lovers:
WOW Gorillas celebrates 175 years of Bristol Zoo. There are 60 Gorillas sporadically placed all over the city and Premier Apartments have limited edition maps and trail maps to help you on your way!! We also are offering Bristol Aquarium tickets at discounted prices; this is a hugely popular attraction and is a great place to get up close and personal to exotic underwater creatures!
For Theatre Lovers
Bristol Old Vic are also putting on a great performance under the stars of Bristol in the open air and on the famous cobbles of King Street. Just a 5 minute walk from Premier Apartments the fantastic show of “Treasure Island” is taking place from 7th July up until the 26th August. One for all the family!
For Everyone!
And finally, not forgetting the Bristol Harbour Festival, Bristol Balloon Fiesta and The International Kite Festival, all taking place this summer and will ensure your summer holiday is stress free and the kids are thoroughly entertained!!
The team here in Bristol will be indulging in all these great activity, events and festivals and we hope you do to!!
Bye for now!
After our fantastic success at the Bristol Hospitality and Tourism Industry Awards, where we won Bristol Serviced Apartments of the Year 2011 Award, we have decided to enter the regional awards.
For the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2011-12 we have entered the Self Catering and Serviced Apartments category. This category includes a greater variety of businesses including holiday cottages and even cruise boats and we expect stiff competition. We hope to demonstrate to the judges that our guests enjoy the fantastic service, great quality accommodation and excellent value for money and that Premier Apartments are the best providers of alternative hotel accommodation in the area.
The judges will be looking at all the entry’s over the summer and look forward to the short list announcements in the autumn. For now we’ll keep on doing what we do best and wish everyone involved best of luck!
We are delighted to have won the Serviced Apartments of the Year Award at the Bristol Tourism and Hospitality Industry Awards 2011 on June 2nd. The ceremony was held in the Marriott Hotel and attended by guests from all sectors of tourism in Bristol and also our Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress. This was only the second year the awards have been held but they are already very strongly supported by the city’s travel and tourism businesses.
We would like to congratulate all the other winners and competitors for the fantastic quality of tourism product and service levels in Bristol. We look forward to next years awards and will be working hard to hold on to our title!
The whole team here at Premier Apartments Bristol are thrilled to be shortlisted in two categories at this year’s Bristol Tourism and Hospitality Awards! The awards recognise the best hospitality businesses in the Bristol area and we expect stiff competition.
Since we opened our luxury serviced apartments in Bristol city centre 9 years ago we have strived to create a genuine home from home experience for our guests and are very pleased to be shortlisted for Self Catering / Serviced Apartments of the Year. Our team are dedicated to friendly service and the stylish, comfortable apartments have all the features for stays long and short. We are constantly looking to improve our facilities and actively encourage feedback from our guests and bookers.
We believe it’s our people that make a stay at Premier Apartments so special and are especially proud Craig Barton is nominated for the Outstanding Customer Service Award. Craig has been with us for 3 years working on reception as an office assistant. He is passionate about our guests and is mentioned time and time again on our website and comment cards. Outside work he enjoys drinking and dining out and keenly shares his recommendations and top suggestions.
In total there are eighteen award categories, comprehensively covering all styles of accommodation and tourist attractions visitors to Bristol might enjoy and the judges face a tough few weeks reviewing each of the finalists and reaching their decision.
We find out who the winners are at a gala awards dinner to be held at Bristol Marriott in the first week of June and hope to bring you great news from it!
Best of luck to everyone involved!
We’ve spent the last few months eating out in Bristol to compile our very own top 10 restaurants in Bristol guide (we know, hard job but had to be done). After much deliberating, digesting and cogitating we think we’re created the ultimate list for our guests and invite you to visit a few and let us know if you agree.
They say Chicken Tikka is Britain’s favourite dish, I can’t speak for the rest of the country but I love a good curry and we’re very lucky to have some excellent curry houses very close by. For authentic flavours Ganesha is my favourite Indian restaurant in Bristol. Located about 10 minutes walk from the Apartments the menu has an exciting array of dishes that you rarely see on other Indian restaurants in Britain including Aleepy King Prawn and the spicy Bhagara Baigan.
A short taxi journey from the city centre you will find Rajpoot Restaurant which offers elegant Indian cuisine in a sophisticated setting and is perfect for a special celebration.
For the best of the Italian restaurants in Bristol I have to recommend San Carlo on Corn Street. Serving the finest food and wonderful wines in luxurious surroundings the restaurant is only 800 metres walk from us.
If you are in the Clifton area our top recommendation for great pizza and pasta is Renatos Numero Uno, set at the top of Whiteladies Road its a lovely spot to enjoy the great views and great food.
Very close to Reantos is one of our favourite Thai restaurants in Bristol the Bangkok House. Beautifully decorated in traditional Thai style, matched by delicious food and impeccable service.
Just over a mile walk from us is Yum Yum Thai. As the name suggests, it serves scrummy food but is more stylish and modern ambiance than Bangkok House and is excellent value for money.
Fusing two of my favourite styles of Japanese restaurants in Bristol in one, Masa has Teppanyaki tables where the chefs create your dinner at the hot plate in front of you and also convenient style conveyor belt: no waiting around just help yourself.
Hard days at work or shopping and can’t walk the mile to Masa on Baldwin Street? Then Yo! Sushi at Cabot Circus is the perfect alternative. My trouble is not helping myself to everything that goes past on the conveyor belt!
For the best Chinese restaurant in Bristol try nearby Fuchsia Restaurant on Nelson Street. The decor is sleek, trendy and ultra modern but the food more than lives up to expectations. With a resident mixologist serving funky cocktails Fuchsia Restaurant is great for an evening out.
I admit my last choice might not seem as stylish but it definitely deserves its place in my Top Ten. Pieminister make the best pies in the world (I’m addicted to their Thai chicken pie, large chunks of moist, succulent chicken and just the right amount of pastry…) Test them out for yourself at either their Corn Exchange (5 mins) or Stokes Croft shops (10 mins walk).
We hope you can enjoy the best restaurants in Bristol with a little help from this guide when you next visit our city.
Premier Apartments Bristol girls out shopping
Bristol has an incredible variety of shops to explore, from small to large, independent boutiques to high-street favourites and everything in between. Whether you are visiting for a weekend of shopping or browsing during your stay you’ll be spoilt for choice by the range and choice on our doorstep. Our insider guide will give you the best on Bristol Shopping Centres markets and more.
Boasting over 120 shops, a fantastic 25 restaurants and cafes to choose from and a state of the art 13-screen cinema, Cabot Circus is the most recent addition to Bristol’s amazing shopping experience. The Centre is just over 1km from Premier Apartments and at the top of the Broadmead area of the city centre where you will find another 300 high street shops and department stores.
Within the Broadmead area you will find the Mall Bristol, a precinct which is home to more independent clothing stores and cafes. I’m really fond of the Mall as you can pick-up something a little different and bit quirky but great value.
One of Bristol’s most famous streets, Park Street is has a bohemian mix of trendy fashion stores, record shops and jewellery designers. You will also find some wonderful cafes and restaurants for a spot of lunch or restorative cappuccino.
For a different vibe, I would recommend a visit to the Old City and the historic Bristol Markets. The historic St Nicholas Market is only 10 minutes walk from the Apartments and features a fantastic selection of fresh produce, organic food, books, clothes, toys and almost anything else you can think of.
Every Wednesday St Nicholas plays host to the Farmers Market for the best locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy. The market has some great regulars, I would personally recommend Trethowan’s Dairy – just don’t visit when you’re hungry!
Foodies will fall in love with the Slow Food Market held on the first Sunday of the month. Here you can find wonderful cured and properly hung meats, traditional cheeses, yoghurt’s and other dairy items, bread freshly made that morning and every other type of fine foods and ingredient made using artisan methods.
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