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Soho, London: The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Markets and Green Spaces Nearby

Situated in the heart of London’s West End, Soho has been one of the capital's coolest destinations for more than 100 years. Ninety streets packed into one incredible square mile, Soho is the kind of place where there is always something exciting happening and you’ll never be short of things to see and do. A magnet for famous artists and writers, actors and musicians, Soho has attracted everyone from Karl Marx to The Sex Pistols over the years and remains a buzzing centre of activity today with hundreds of independent shops, creative businesses, bars, cafes, and restaurants.

Leonardo Hotel’s Guide To… Sleeping: Tips & Tricks

Everyone sleeps a little differently, and we’ve all got our own preferences when it comes to getting some shut-eye. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be tough to get the sleep we want, and there might be a variety of reasons that are contributing to restless nights.

From what we wear and eat to what our bedrooms look like, we’ve pulled together a few tips and tricks to help ensure you’re relaxed before you doze off, and refreshed and cheery when the sun rises!

A-Z Guide to Understanding Geordie Accents

So, you’ve decided to visit Newcastle! You’re in for a real treat, as The Toon is a bustling city, jam-packed full of things to do – whether you’re visiting on business or leisure. There’s the open-air Living Museum of the North, Newcastle Castle, Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, and let’s not forget the plethora of world-famous landmarks to enjoy – the Tyne Bridges, Angel of the North, and the Old City Chares, to name a few. Yes, it’s fair to say Newcastle is up there near the top when it comes to vibrant British cities.

What are the most popular filming destinations for movies and TV shows?

Most people get a buzz when they see a location they know and love pop up in a TV show or movie. The thought that one of your favourite actors has been in your neck of the woods (maybe at your local coffee shop!) gives a warm, fuzzy six degrees of separation feeling.  Even more of a thrill can be seeing familiar surroundings dressed up to look like a different time period or even other city. Much to the delight of Mancunians, one of Manchester’s oldest library buildings stood in for a 1920s Westminster in series five of Peaky Blinders and the city’s Northern Quarter was recently transformed into New York City to film the Marvel movie ‘Morbius’ which is due out in 2020. Research shows us that lots of the UK’s cities, towns and their buildings often act as movie sets, but what places have pulled in the most production crews?

The Benefits of Staying in an Airport Hotel

Whether you’re planning your next getaway out of Scotland’s Granite City or you’re visiting London over a long weekend, why not consider staying in an airport hotel? From avoiding early morning traffic jams to having the ability to enjoy a good night’s sleep before your flight, here are six key reasons to bed down at an airport hotel.
 

The UK’s Greenest Cities Revealed

There’s no denying that spending time in the great outdoors is good for you. Whether that’s playing your favourite sport, tinkering in your allotment or just wandering around your local park. Just being outside, surrounded by fresh air and lush greenery can really lift your mood.