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Maximizing property investment returns: Week2Week Serviced Accommodation provider expands in Newcastle

Week2Week is a family-run business located in Newcastle. Founded 24 years ago, Week2Week has built a reputation as a leading provider of premium serviced accommodation in and around Newcastle city centre and across the UK via its partner networks.  Week2Week has strategic expansion plans in Newcastle, inviting property investors...

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Parkers Chauffeurs: Trusted by Government Officials

Parkers Chauffeurs, based in Newcastle, provides nationwide superior Chauffeur and Asset Protection Services. With a reputation for excellence and a long history of serving elite clientele, Parkers Chauffeurs has been playing an integral role in providing transport services to senior government officials. The prestigious clientele of Parkers Chauffeurs demand...

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Luxury hotel group announces expansion into Newcastle

Award-winning boutique hotel group Dakota Hotels have announced their expansion into Newcastle – bringing their renowned style, service, and hospitality to the bustling Quayside. Dakota Newcastle will offer waterfront luxury alongside some of the largest hotel bedrooms and suites in the city. Situated on St. Ann’s Wharf, overlooking the...

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Newcastle Airport opens brand-new premium bar and restaurant with spectacular views of the runway

Newcastle International Airport, in collaboration with travel food and beverage specialists SSP, has today opened a brand-new premium restaurant and bar for passengers to enjoy prior to their flight. Named Aster & Thyme, it has replaced the Cabin Bar, increasing the outlet’s size by 130% and offering passengers a completely...

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Help Amy become England’s Tourism Superstar and vote today!

Amy Whitfield, owner of Triple A Food Tours is in the running to be named England’s Tourism Superstar 2024, but she needs your vote!   Voting is now open for the VisitEngland Tourism Superstar title and Amy, is one of 10 superstars from around the country who are all...

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Comms and Public Affairs duo to take Open Access rail to greater heights

FirstGroup’s Open Access rail operators Lumo and Hull Trains have appointed Lucy Harper and Richard Salkeld into new senior communications roles. Lucy Harper joins the alliance of Lumo and Hull Trains as Head of Public Affairs from ticket retailer Trainline. Richard Salkeld joins as Head of Communications and Partnerships,...

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Leading tourism businesses sign up to accessible online platform to provide an inclusive welcome for visitors

Tourism businesses across the North East have committed to playing their part in making the UK the most accessible tourist destination in Europe by 2025 by implementing a web-based app for visitors with access needs.   The Everybody Welcome Initiative funded by North of Tyne Combined Authority and delivered by...

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Half-term fun and forecasts of raining diamonds at Life Science Centre

Families can enjoy fireballs, an explosion of colour and interplanetary weather forecasts this February half-term at Newcastle’s Life Science Centre. The award-winning centre has just reopened its doors after a month-long closure which has seen a number of additions including a revamped Play Zone for under 7s, new exhibits...

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Ward Hadaway ranked top UK M&A dealmaker for 6th time

Leading Northern law firm Ward Hadaway was today (Wednesday 14 February) ranked as one of the top 20 dealmakers in the UK, the sixth consecutive year that the corporate team has been recognised nationally. In 2023 it transacted on deals worth over £700million in total. The annual Experian MarketIQ...

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International air travel from Newcastle Airport reaches record numbers in 2023

Newcastle Airport is reflecting on a stellar performance in 2023 which saw over 4.9 million passengers pass through its doors, record-breaking numbers of passengers travelling to the region’s most popular holiday hotspots, the arrival of two new airline partners as well as rapid progress towards its Net Zero 2035...

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