Qatar Airways and Manchester Airport welcomed more than 100 travel agents, corporates, bloggers and media to Cloud 23 at the Hilton in Manchester to launch the airport's International Artist In Residence's Doha exhibition. Rob Pointon from Cheshire is Qatar Airway's new International artist in … [Read more...]
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Winter Snow Garden returns to Merseyway
It's sure to be a white Christmas at Merseyway as the Winter Snow Garden returns to Stockport's central shopping centre. Brimming with fluffy artificial snow, children aged 9 and under can play in the magical gingerbread house, dress up a pair of frosty snowmen, throw soft playable snowballs … [Read more...]
Discover Stockport Market Place this Christmas
Discover Stockport where exciting events for all the family, specialist markets and independent shopping are just some of the things visitors can enjoy in Stockport’s beautiful Market Place in the lead up to Christmas. Best known for its historic Market Hall and Market, Stockport Market Place is a … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport taking off on trade tour
Manchester Airport's trade tour is set to showcase the UK's 3rd largest airport to the travel people of Birmingham. Running from 6-9pm on 7th February 2017, more than 20 airlines and tourist boards are lined up to attend where amazing raffle prizes can be won, including flights! Due to popular … [Read more...]
Manchester to Tobago takes off with Thomas Cook
The 1st Manchester to Tobago flight took off yesterday as Thomas Cook launched its 17th long haul route from Manchester Airport. The 12,000-seat programme runs weekly until March 19th 2017 aboard an Airbus A330 features Premium economy and James Martin meals. Manchester Airport is the global … [Read more...]
China’s singles day celebrated at Manchester Airport
As new routes to China prove popular, Manchester Airport has joined in 21st century tradition and celebrated China's Singles Day. China's Singles Day, held every year on 11th November, is the world's biggest online shopping day. Bigger than Black Friday. Originally claimed as a celebration for … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport passengers numbers top 25 million
Manchester Airport passenger numbers have hit 25 million for the first time following thirty one months of consecutive growth. The lucky 25 millionth passenger from Liverpool has won flights to San Francisco which start next year The UK's 3rd largest airport has seen a string of new long haul … [Read more...]
Stockport’s Prince’s Street taking shape under foot
The transformation taking place along Stockport's Prince's Street is taking shape as the first sections of the new pedestrian area have been opened up for visitors to enjoy. New high quality paving has begun to be installed along Prince's Street over the past few months, giving the whole area a … [Read more...]
Why a Stockport BID is great news for us all
Just in case you’ve been out of circulation and off Twitter for the past few days, Stockport has voted for a Business Improvement District – a Stockport BID! By Helen White, Marketing Stockport & Vision Stockport This is one of the most exciting opportunities that Stockport has had for … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport celebrates launch of direct flights to Singapore and Houston
Singapore Airlines has launched two new direct flights to Singapore and Houston from Manchester Airport. with celebrations attended by Aviation Minister, Lord Ahmad. Alongside the Minister, this morning’s formal event was attended by Singapore Airlines customers, regional businesses and … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport sign in to Weibo and WeChat
Manchester Airport has signed in to popular Chinese media channels Weibo and WeChat to talk to passengers flying on its direct route from Beijing. Manchester Airport’s new direct flight to Beijing with Hainan Airlines has already attracted almost 40,000 passengers since launching in June. Many of … [Read more...]
Stockport’s Foodie Friday eats up award success
Stockport’s Foodie Friday has been recognised as the Best Food and Drink Pop Up Event, Club or Project in the region by the prestigious Manchester Food and Drink Festival. Sponsored by Orbit Developments and Robinsons Brewery, Stockport's Foodie Friday beat off competition from … [Read more...]