Manchester in general

Advantages: Not far off being as good as London, and it's cheaper
Disadvantages: Renovations make it a mess at the moment.

...of the city’s features. Manchester really needs little introduction, one of Britain’s most famous cities and birthplace to some world-renowned teams and bands. It’s a large city often referred to as the “Capital of the North.” In recent years the city has seen massive developments, both forced and chosen. After the 1996 IRA bomb attack Manchester has taken on a new look, and it’s better than ever. Getting There Manchester is extremely ...
...is pretty good too, Stagecoach Manchester run the majority of buses, servicing the entire city and outlying towns. The bus station had a major remodelling recently, and is now much nicer and efficient. It is situated next to Piccadilly Gardens, which are currently having their own renovations. It looks a mess now but will be excellent when finished. The bus station is now well operated and policed, with an easy to use layout. Manchester also has ... Read review

Advantages: good and cheap
Disadvantages: None

Take the train to Manchester Piccadilly. If you must start from somewhere, then pick somewhere in Yorkshire. Say Huddersfield or Leeds, that way you get to ride up through the Colne Valley on the train, one of the best journeys I know. Passing places with names like Slaithwait, Linthwait and Marsden (the locals pronounce them as "Slowit", "Linfit" and Marzdin) and finally through the long, long tunnel that connects the White Rose with the Red. It's ...
...your plate. Think again. The Manchester items are the XR3i nutter bastards of the chapatti world! These buggers have attitude. For a start, they are as thick as Nan bread. Thrown against the side of the Tandoor, they come out with a crisp, in places brown, exterior and a beautiful soft interior. They are about the size of a dinner plate and if you were to hit someone with one of them then that unfortunate would almost certainly require immediate ... Read review

Advantages: capital of the north, plenty to see and do
Disadvantages: same as in all big cities - just use your head

Manchester is fast becoming known as the capital of the north and so I’ve decided to take the opportunity on this rather dull day in Manchester, to tell you all about some of its merits. I moved to Manchester just over 2 years ago to live with my partner from the sleepy Shropshire town of Shrewsbury. I’m now considered an ‘honoury manc’ by my boyfriend and his family and I’m very proud to say the least of my new heritage. Manchester today is a big ...
...--------------------------------- Location and accessibility --------------------------------- Manchester is one of Britain's largest metropolitan conurbations, set in the old county of Lancashire, on the west side of the Pennine Hills. The Metropolitan County of Greater Manchester has the most extensive motorway network in the United Kingdom. It is accessible by road, rail and air. Manchester is 2½ hours from London by Intercity trains, of which ... Read review

Advantages: Cosmpolitan, China Town, Rusholme, always something to do
Disadvantages: The idiots, Manchester City, Manchester United

...lived on and off in Manchester for around 5 years (1998 - 2002) and if I wasn't staying there, I visited at least twice a month. I've seen the city evolve over the past few years and now I've moved to Grimsby (review coming soon...) I'm going to write a review on Manchester. Let's start with the positive side. Manchester is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the UK. You have people from all walks of life here and they all combine to make a ...
...nationality and profession combined in Manchester and if you walk down Market Street (the place the |IRA tried to demolish up in 1996) you'll see what I mean. Staying on Market Street, this is the main shopping hub of Manchester. There is the (really ugly) Arndale Centre (do not confuse this with The Trafford Centre which is further out) and all your usual and not so usual high street stores (although most of these tend to be in the Royal Exchange ... Read review

Advantages: great shops, pubs, clubs and culture! Its got the lot!!
Disadvantages: Its not the capital of England...YET!

...think about the goings-on in Manchester it is NOT a scruffy, rough drugs haven! And not everyone walks around repeatedly saying "innit" and "mad fer'it" like a city full of Gallagher clones. Manchester has undergone huge changes in the last 5 or so years. I admit, it never used to be that impressive..and the main thing to boast about was that it was home to Manchester United...although I'm more of a Bury fan myself...(but lets not go too far into ...
...know about Manchester has been re-developed immensely with new shopping areas such as The Triangle - situated in the old corn exchange, home to high class shops such as Ted Baker. Also, the new Marks & Spencer which was built on the site of where some of the damage from the bomb was caused. This is a huge, impressive glass building. Half of it is now Selfridges - which i do find is a bit cramped and squashed together it is altogether a good place ... Read review

Advantages: Good location, modest price, clean rooms
Disadvantages: thinly stretched staff

...Earlier this year I stayed for a couple of nights at the GMEX2 Premier Lodge in Manchester. It was recommended to me primarily on account of its location, being within easy walking distance of the centre of Manchester in general, and the town hall in particular, where I would be attending a function. It was modestly priced which was important and it seemed to offer good value for money. I made the booking via the Premier Lodge on-line booking service which I found to be extremely straightforward and helpful. It was possible to view the hotel online and I notice that it’s now also possible to take an online QuickTime tour round a typical room which certainly resembles the one I stayed in. What you see is what I got: very large bed, minimal other furniture, TV, telephone, ensuite bathroom, all maintained to a high standard... Read review

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Advantages: Large and Varied Collection
Disadvantages: Not enough time to see everything

...special events such as artist talks and lectures and even tours of Manchester throughout the year so check the website before your visit. The good thing about Manchester in general is that most places of interest are within easy walking distance and there are 4 free bus services around the city centre (1, 2, 3 and 4). The no2 from Victoria station stops at the gallery or the tram system stops at Mosley street or St Peters Square.... Read review

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Advantages: almost everything is good:- too much to list here
Disadvantages: can be a little more expensive than other european airlines but worth it

...please excuse the all capital notes that follow:- I thiml these are very important for you to read before reading the rest... >PLEASE READ ALL AS FIRST FEW LINES REPRESENT AIRLINE WHEN I FLEW SOME TIME AGO, THEY ARE NOW SOMEWHAT DIFFERENT! >ALSO THIS REVIEW IS ON MONARCH SCHEDULED - ZB, NOT MON >ONE LAST NOTE:- MONARCH IS NOT ADVERTISED AS A BUDGET AIRLINE AND ALTHOUGH MORE EXPENSIVE THAN SOME BUDGET AIRLINES THEY ARE GENERALLY NOT TOO BAD. I flew with monarch Scheduled for the first time over five years ago, and it must be said that at the time I was somewhat less than impressed. I found the planes to be in awful condition and generally flying with them was displeasurable. My step-dad moved out to the costa blanca in spain in 2005 and since then I have made frequent flights with Monarch from Manchester to Alicante, and back... Read review

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