Sunday, May 21, 2006
Eurostar sets record for longest high speed rail journey
A Eurostar high speed train has set the World Record for the longest high speed International train journey. The Eurostar named "The Da Vinci Code" left London's Waterloo Station at 09h40 on 17 May 2006 bound for the Cannes Film Festival. On board were the cast (including Tom Hanks and Audrey Tatou) and the production team for " The Da Vinci Code". The journey 7 hours 25 minutes during which the train covered 1421 km
Upon arrival at Cannes the journey was certified by the Guinness Book of Records.
Upon arrival at Cannes the journey was certified by the Guinness Book of Records.
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
Innkeepers Lodge special offers from £29.95 GBP / room
Innkeeper's Lodges are having some special offers on at present. For three night weekend stays rooms start at £29.95 per night including continental breakfast. Subject to availability the Sunday night will be free if staying Friday and Saturday at one of the participating Innkeeper's Lodge.
Monday, May 01, 2006
Whitbread sells off Marriott Hotels
Whitbread Plc the former brewer and owner of the Premier Travel Inn Hotel chain, Brewers Fayre Restaurants and David Lloyd Leisure centres is to sell the 46 Marriott Hotels it held. The £1 billion raised will be invested in the Premier Travel Inn brand which is the largest budget chain in the United Kingdom. It is also to launch the brand in the Gulf States in a deal with Emirates Hotels & Resorts. The first hotel is planned for Dubai.
