Welcome to Britain

Welcome to
Britain
A diverse nation full of contrasts,
wherever you travel you will find
a wide variety of landscapes and
diverse cultures to explore. Each of
our unique countries has their own
customs, cultures and traditions. Our
rich and fascinating history dates back
to around 6500BC and all over Britain
you’ll find monuments that mark
it. From Stonehenge to Edinburgh
Castle, we’re home to over 25 cultural
and natural UNESCO World Heritage Sites and seven Heritage Cities.
In every corner you’ll find hundreds
of great attractions – historic and
modern – from small local museums
to icons like the Houses of Parliament
and the London Eye.
Britain’s Great and you’re invited…
Short intro needed.
London
The May Fair
A legendary hotel with a glamorous past, first
opened by King George V in 1927, and offering over
400 luxury bedrooms, including 12 of the capital’s
most memorable hotel suites, a discreet spa, and
a fine dining restaurant.
Stay for 4 nights and receive a 15% Reduction.
For all stays between 20 Jun and 5 Sep 14.
Book by 31 Jul
Holiday Inn Kensington Forum
Get the finest amenities and services that guarantee
a delightful stay every time. W hether you’re looking
for flexible function spaces or delicious dining opion,
you’re sure of a warm welcome at our Cromwell
Road hotel in Kensington.
Complimentary room upgrade for 3 nights and more
Valid from 27 Jul-2 Aug 14
GTA Dubai
Villa 20, Boutique Offices
P.O Box 28352
Dubai Media City
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
T: +971-4-4576200
F: +971-4-3664030
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Corus Hyde Park
One of the finest hotels near Hyde Park, boasting
389 rooms, two restaurants and serveral meetings
rooms. Corus Hotel Hyde Park is the perfect place
to meet and stay when visiting Central London,
located minutes away from Paddington and Lancaster Gate tube stations.
15% Reduction for ME, exclusive to GTA for all stays
Valid from 1 Jun-30 Sep 14
Manchester
Radisson Blu Edwardian
Housed in Manchester’s famous Free Trade Hall
and enjoying a spectacular location in the heart
of Manchester, this 5-star luxury hotel has a
Opening Offer
beautiful, historic exterior. Inside you can enjoy
Stay 3 nights, Pay for 2 nights OR the benefits of 263 richly decorated rooms and
Stay for minimum 5 nights and suites, free Wi-Fi and 12-metre indoor pool, as
receive a 25% discount
well as two restaurants and a beautiful new
Valid 15 Jun-31 Aug 14
Champagne bar, Opus Reserve.
15% Reduction
Valid 1-31 Jul 14 (No minimum stay)
15% Reduction
Stay for a minimum 3 nights
Valid 1-31 Aug 14
Rooms and great offers available - check online
The Midland
This 4-star luxury has stylish, air-conditioned
rooms with free Wi-Fi, pool, gym and squash
court. The French by Simon Rogan offers
award-winning cuisine, or enjoy afternoon tea
in the Octagon Lounge. Less than 400 metres
from Bridgewater Hall and the Palace Theatre,
Manchester’s shops are just a ten-minute walk
away.
Palace Hotel
Set in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant city
centre, the grand Palace Hotel offers elegantly
decorated, 4-star rooms just a minute’s walk
from Oxford Road Rail Station and The Palace
Theatre. Dine in the stylish surroundings of the
Tempus Bar and Restaurant, which serves fine
cuisine and seasonal dishes. Manchester’s huge
array of shops is within easy walking distance.
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Edinburgh
The Caledonian (Check name)
‘The Caley’ has embodied the very best in
Scottish hospitality for over a hundred years.
This former Victorian railway hotel nestles in the
shadow of the historic Edinburgh Castle, just
two minutes’ walk from the designer stores and
fashionable bars of George Street. As well as
Stay for 4 nights, pay for 3 nights two restaurants, many of its elegantly furnished
Valid until 5 Jun, 10 Jun-17 Jul, 1 Sep-27
Nov, enjoy spectacular views of historic Edinrooms
30 Nov-4 Dec, 7-11 Dec, 14-18 Dec 14 burgh
& 2-21Castle.
Jan 15
Rooms and great offers available - check online
GTA Dubai
Villa 20, Boutique Offices
P.O Box 28352
Dubai Media City
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
T: +971-4-4576200
Rooms and great offers available - check online
F: +971-4-3664030
[email protected]
www.gta-travel.com
Crowne Plaza Royal Terrace
In the city centre and just a short walk from the
Royal Mile, the hotel is part of an impressive terrace of prestigious Georgian townhouses with
many of the original features. It enjoys stunning views towards the Firth of Forth as well
as beautiful private gardens, where guests can
experience some serenity in the middle of this
bustling city.
Crowne Plaza Roxburghe
Located on Charlotte Square, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site in Edinburgh’s city centre,
the hotel is near the shops and restaurants of
Princes Street & George Street with Edinburgh
Castle, Edinburgh Zoo and many other attractions nearby. Dine in the George Street Bar &
Grill, a vibrant space where you can relax and
enjoy dishes bursting with flavour or enjoy the
swimming pool and gym.
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London
The capital of England, London has been a major settlement for two millennia and
stands on the River Thames. Home to a diverse range of peoples and cultures, more
than 300 languages are spoken here. The world’s most visited city, London is a
cultural capital with theatrical, musical and operatic performances along with modern and historic collections in museums and galleries that are envied the world over.
Our social and sporting calendar is second to none: we’re home to Wimbledon, the
London Marathon, the Grand National and renowned football teams, as well as threetime host to the modern Olympic Games.
Must see and do:
• Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament
• London Eye
• Tate Modern
• Shakespeare’s Globe
• St Paul’s Cathedral
• Tower of London
• The British Museum
• See a show in Theatre Land
• Westminster Abbey
• Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
• Kensington’s Natural History,
Science and Victoria & Albert Museums
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Manchester
The cool kid every city wants to be, this once industrial metropolis has transformed
itself into England’s edgy northern capital. Manchester attracts visitors with its fine
traditions of football, culture and top class events. Less than an hour’s drive to the
splendour of the Peak District National Park, the city’s musical heritage has birthed
The Smiths, Joy Division and Oasis among others and was a driving force behind
indie bands Happy Mondays and The Stone Roses. Well known as a city of sport it
hosts two Premier League football clubs and in 2015 will host the Rugby World Cup.
GTA Dubai
Villa 20, Boutique Offices
P.O Box 28352
Dubai Media City
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
T: +971-4-4576200
F: +971-4-3664030
[email protected]
www.gta-travel.com
Must see and do:
• Old Trafford, home to Manchester
United football club
• Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium
• Museum of Science and Industry
• Museum of Transport
• Imperial War Museum North
• Pre-Raphaelite paintings at
Manchester Art Gallery
• The Lowry
• The Avenue: Manchester’s luxury
retail quarter
• Shop for bargains at the Trafford
Centre
• Day trip to the Peak District
National Park
Edinburgh
A stunning tour de force of the best of Scotland with its beautiful Georgian architecture and green urban spaces – such as the Botanic Gardens and Arthur’s Seat
– Edinburgh charms visitors from the moment they arrive. Home to more Michelin
starred restaurants outside London, if you’re in the mood for an award-winning dinner,
you’re in luck. Elsewhere, discover royal secrets, spectacular collections and timeless
architecture within 4,500 listed buildings in the city. Loved by royalty and party animals alike, centuries of history give you the atmospheric, medieval Old Town, elegant,
Georgian New Town and the attractions of one of Britain’s most cutting-edge cities.
Must see and do:
• The Scotch Whisky Experience
• Our Dynamic Earth
• Edinburgh Zoo
• National Musem of Scotland
• Scottish Storytelling Centre
• The haunted Historic Vaults
• Edinburgh Castle
• The Palace of Holyroodhouse
• The Eat Walk Edinburgh tour
• Hamilton and Inches for fine
jewellery and watches
Glasgow
One of Glasgow’s biggest draws is its reputation for fashion: the Style Mile in the heart
of the city centre is a shopper’s paradise. From budget and High Street brands to international designers and vintage boutiques, there’s something to entice everyone. The
trendy locals aren’t the only reason Glasgow is known as Scotland’s style capital. Even
the buildings here are stylish, and they have Glasgow’s most famous son - architect
Charles Rennie Mackintosh - to thank for that. Not far away is the Scottish Hydro, our
newest entertainment venue and soon to host parts of the XX Commonwealth Games.
GTA Dubai
Villa 20, Boutique Offices
P.O Box 28352
Dubai Media City
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
T: +971-4-4576200
F: +971-4-3664030
[email protected]
www.gta-travel.com
Must see and do:
• Scottish Football Museum at Hampden Park • A Masterclass tour of the Glengoyne
Distillery • Charles Rennie Mackintosh at the Glasgow School of Art • The Burrell
Collection • The Lighthouse, national centre for design and architecture • Kelvingrove
Museum and Art Gallery • The city’s transport heritage at the Riverside Museum
• King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut • Glasgow Science Centre • A 20-minute drive to Loch
Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Thinking ahead? Ramadan in Britain
With a long history of welcoming Middle Eastern visitors and a large resident
community, facilities for Muslims in Britain’s cities keep getting better every year.
Why not try Britain for a cooler Ramadan this year?
Electronic Visa Waiver is free of charge
The new Electronic Visa Waiver is free of charge and is a quick and straightforward alternative to a visit
visa application. Those eligible for the visa waiver will be able to travel to the UK after completing and
printing a short online form, 48 hours before travel.
Check if you need a UK visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work
https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
If you need a visa the website will tell you how to apply.
Effective 1 January 2014, Emirati, Omani and Qatari passport holders were added to the list of
visitors who are able to obtain an electronic visa waiver for travel to the UK. Similar arrangements
are planned to be extended to Kuwait later in 2014.