Liverpool
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Hotels | July 2010
Liverpool
HARD DAYS NIGHT HOTEL
Aft er a hard day's night, day-trippers will need a little help from this fab four-star, whose 110 rooms are fi lled with Beatles-inspired art. Head to the stylish, wood-panelled bar for Beatles cocktails.
Address: CENTRAL BUILDINGS, NORTH JOHN STREET. | Tel: +44 (0)151 236 1964,
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Restaurants | May 2010
Liverpool
JABULA
Overlooking the Manchester Ship Canal, this authentic eatery serves up homely dishes cooked with imported African meat. Think crocodile bites and biltong salad, but also street and beach food like vetkoek (mince pastry) and bunny chow (bread fi lled with curry). Don't miss live drumming on Friday nights and their bush tucker trials organised for special occasions.
Address: 1 SOUTH PIER ROAD, ELLESMERE PORT. | Tel: +44 (0)151 355 1163
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See | October 2009
Liverpool
BUG WORLD EXPERIENCE
As yet unique in the UK, this insectarium takes visitors through a series of vivid environments introducing them to the world of bugs. Check out the giant hissing cockroaches that perform at “Bug Idol”.
Address: THE GRAND HALL, THE COLONNADES, ALBERT DOCK. | Tel: +44 (0)151 708 4938
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Hotels | October 2009
Liverpool
HARD DAYS NIGHT HOTEL
After partying in the Cavern, lay your head to rest at this fab four-star (pictured). The comfort and service make it worthwhile whether you're a Beatles fan or not.
Address: CENTRAL BUILDINGS, NORTH JOHN STREET. | Tel: +44 (0)151 236 1964
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Bars | October 2009
Liverpool
THE CAVERN CLUB
“The most famous club in the world”, it calls itself. Surely you know it? It's where Brian Epstein first saw the Beatles performing back in 1961. Even today, there are plenty of secret performances by bigname bands to surprise lucky visitors.
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Restaurants | October 2009
Liverpool
SIMPLY HEATHCOTES
With a steady stream of awards coming in since opening in its striking glass and stone building (including the Michelin Guide's Bib Gourmand), Paul Heathcote's Simply venue serves up delicious dishes in a family-friendly setting.
Address: BEETHAM PLAZA, 25 THE STRAND. | Tel: +44 (0)151 236 3536
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Restaurants | November 2009
Liverpool
Blundell Street
This former shipping warehouse has the feel of a New York lounge bar and hosts an array of live acts performing the likes of soul, swing and Beatles covers. Food is straightforward but well made, and the Christmas menu offers roast turkey with sage and apricot filling, or suckling pig with black pudding and cider jus. Yum. DINNER AND CABARET, FROM £13 (€14). 63–65 BLUNDELL STREET, TEL: +44 (0)15 1709 5779, WWW.SUPPERCLUBLIVERPOOL.COM FLY TO LIVERPOOL FROM 44 DESTINATIONS, INCLUDING AGADIR, CORK AND MILAN (BERGAMO). VISIT WWW.RYANAIR.COM