Glasgow City Guide
At the beginning of the 1990s, Glasgow celebrated its status as European City of Culture, and in 1999, its dazzling architecture won it the accolade of UK City of Architecture and Design. Since then, the city has gone from strength to strength, building a reputation as a destination where a great experience is guaranteed if the visitor seeks culture, entertainment, good food and drink, an all-day shopping experience or a taste of all of these.
These
days, Glasgow promotes itself as 'Scotland with Style'. And it's got a
point, you know.
For the last two decades, the city has carved out a reputation for
architecture and design, fuelled by a ridiculously well-dressed (and
notoriously friendly) population.
So you'd be right to expect incredible shops, earning Glasgow its
reputation as the UK's favourite shopping city outside London.
Ralph Lauren, Armani and Boss are within minutes of each other. Need we
go on? Then what about an array of desirable labels in the designer mall of
Princes Square.
Want to show off those togs and get friendly with the Glaswegians?
Glasgow's club scene is one of the most vibrant in the UK, offering a mix of
big names and local talent. The Tunnel and Sub Club still rule for cutting
edge sounds but don't ignore venues like The Arches and Liquid Lounge.
New direct flight between Glasgow Airport and Madrid Air Nostrum, a franchisee partner of Iberia, will launch a twice weekly service between Glasgow and Madrid on Tuesday, 1 November 2011 and the route is expected to be popular with both business and leisure travellers.
Flights to Glasgow will depart from Terminal 4 at Madrid Barajas Airport on Monday and Thursday at 10.40 hours and 13.55 hours ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow Reopens after Completion of an Extensive Refurbishment Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
This modern hotel is opposite Glasgow Central Station and features award-winning architecture. It boasts a stunning atrium, rooms with wall-to-ceiling windows and free access to a nearby pool and gym.
The spacious rooms at the Radisson BLU Glasgow are decorated in soft colours and feature a TV, free Wi-Fi and a ...
Easyjet to launch Jersey-Glasgow route Low-cost carrier Easyjet is to fly between Jersey and Scotland for the first time, with a three-times weekly service to Glasgow International operating between June and September.
The new service will depart Glasgow on Tuesdays at 09:00, Thursdays at 16:50 and Saturdays at 14:00, with the return leg departing Jersey at 11:05 on Tuesdays, 18:55 on ...
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow Reopens after Completion of an Extensive Refurbishment Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
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The spacious rooms at the Radisson BLU Glasgow are decorated in soft colours and feature a TV, free Wi-Fi and a ...
Cumberland Hotel Edinburgh The Cumberland Hotel lies in its own attractive grounds overlooking the main A8 tourist route into Edinburgh. We are just 10 mins walk from Princes Street and 10 mins drive from Edinburgh Airport. The hotel is conveniently located for both exploring the delights of the capital city and the main attractions such as the Fife Tourist Route and The ...
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Glasgow is the UK’s second largest retail centre, so it’s no surprise that
the city boasts shopping centres aplenty.
Buchanan Galleries
Over 80 shops including Mango, H&M, O’Neill, Morgan, East and Elvi for
clothes plus stores full of tempting treats such as Ben & Jerry’s and
Maxwell & Kennedy.
Buchanan Street, 0141 333 9898
www.buchanangalleries.co.ukSt Enoch Centre
Glasgow’s first big shopping centre and still a firm favourite, its many
stores include Debenhams. It’s also the largest glass structure in Europe,
hence its local nickname – “the glass menagerie”.
St Enoch Square, 0141 204 3900
www.stenoch.com
Princes Square
Buchanan Street, 0141 221 0324
Looking for an up-market twist on the modern mall? Well here it is – small
boutiques, high street favourites plus stylish cafes and bars so you can
refuel after all that retail therapy.
www.princessquare.co.uk
The Italian Centre
A little piece of Milan in the heart of Glasgow. As you’d expect the stores
reflect the Italian passion for fashion and food, with stores like Armani
plus loads of coffee shops and restaurants. The central plaza contains
stunning sculptures to complete that la dolce vita vibe.
John Street, 0141 552 6368
Argyll Arcade
Massive selection of jewellers (32 in all) all under one roof. The stunning
iron-framed glass roof is a real work of art, making this a great place to
browse and window shop.
Buchanan Street, 0141 221 6680
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