Large swathes of air space over London to close during U.S. President Biden's visit.

 

The UK's Civil Aviation Authority is issuing notices to pilots warning them not to fly under 3,500 feet over large swathes of the skies over London during a state visit by the U.S. President.

As part of an overarching security operation, the Secretary of State for Transport has ordered the change in flying regulations to keep the skies safe and free of traffic at lower altitudes.  

The majority of restrictions apply to the air space over London Stansted, central London and a corridor between London and Windsor. 

Between 1900 and 2300 on 09 July and 1200 and 1600 on 10 July no aircraft is to fly under 3,500 feet in a wide area over Stansted (area A on the map).

During the same time, an air corridor between Stansted and Central London will be restricted air space under 2,500 feet. (area B on the map) 

A wider area of sky over Central London will be restricted under 2,500 feet between 1900 on 9 July and 1600 July. (area C on the map)

A corridor between London and Windsor between 0900 and 1600 on 10 July will also be out of bounds to all aircraft under 2,500 feet. (area D on the map)

These restrictions do not apply to certain official aircraft, including police, coastguard, air ambulance and The Kings flight helicopters.  There are also exceptions for planes that are approaching or taking off from the key London airports, as long as they are being controlled by air traffic controllers or the RAF. 

However,  the restrictions do apply to all other types of aircraft, including unmanned aircraft (drones) balloons, kites, parachutes or parascending parachutes or paramotors. 

The full briefing sheets have been issued in the normal way by the CAA and NATS and is available on their website. 

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Travel service provider Trip . com sees 145% flight booking surge from US to UK

Leading travel service provider Trip.com has seen remarkable flight and hotel bookings growth from outbound US travellers to the UK and the rest of Europe.

Despite high global inflation, long-haul travel sentiment from US travellers to Europe is improving. Trip.com flight booking data reveals a remarkable year-over-year increase of 145% from the US to the UK in the first half of this year.

This surge in air travel highlights the growing demand for transatlantic travel and the increasing interest of American travellers in exploring various European destinations.

Trip.com hotel bookings for the UK reveal that London, Edinburgh and Manchester are the top three most popular destinations for US travellers.

At the forefront of facilitating seamless travel experiences with its all-in-one app strategy, Trip.com's impressive booking growth further solidifies its position as a leading travel service provider.

Data on travellers from the US to the whole of Europe is further encouraging, with flight bookings growing 101% over the same period. London (UK), Barcelona (Spain), Paris (France), Rome and Milan (Italy), Athens (Greece), Lisbon (Portugal), Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Dublin (Ireland) are the most popular flight arrival cities for US travellers to Europe.

A guide to celebrating the Coronation in London......

London is gearing up for another royal year of celebration, as the city prepares for the crowning of a new monarch for the first time in 70 years. With less than 50 days to go, the Coronation of King Charles III is set to bring together visitors from all around the world to London, where the official ceremony and celebrations will take place.

From the official line-up of events, to themed experiences, city-wide decorations and royal sites you can visit all year round, Visit London has rounded up the best ways visitors can be a part of the Coronation in the capital.

Take part in the official Coronation Weekend programme

Saturday 6 May: The Coronation of King Charles III will begin with a procession (known as the ‘King’s Procession’) from Buckingham Palace to the location of the ceremony at Westminster Abbey. The ceremony will not be open to the public, but those looking to watch the ceremony on the big screen can head to one of many pop-up screenings in central London, such as in Grosvenor Square, Mayfair. The Secret Garden Party will run all weekend long, with food and drink aplenty, and is free to enter.

Sunday 7 May: London and the rest of the UK are invited to take part in The Coronation Big Lunch, during which communities will come together to share food and fun in a nationwide act of celebration and friendship. Sunday evening will star the Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle, and while the public ballot is now closed, there’s plenty of events running across London to make the most of the celebratory atmosphere. An interactive guide to all Coronation events taking place in London and across the UK can be found here.

Monday 8 May: A nationwide bank holiday will be held to mark the occasion, with the new King and Queen pioneering ‘The Big Help Out’, a charitable initiative encouraging everyone across the nation to get involved with local and national projects. Details on how to get involved in London-based endeavours can be found on the official website.  

Emirates to resume second daily flight to London Stansted

Emirates is ramping up its London Stansted operation by resuming its second daily service to Dubai from May 1, 2023, in response to strong demand.

The additional flight will operate using the airline's wide-body Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with its acclaimed 'Game Changer' First Class product.

The world's largest international airline began serving the airport in June 2018, initially with a daily flight, then a twice-daily service in March 2019. 

The route was suspended during the COVID pandemic but was reinstated in August 2022.

Gareth Powell, London Stansted’s Managing Director, said: “The return of Emirates' second daily flight to Dubai is exciting news for passengers and a huge boost for London Stansted Airport, London and the East of England. The decision to have 14 weekly flights from Stansted is a demonstration of the airline's confidence in the demand for long-haul travel from the airport. Since the airline returned to the airport in the summer following the COVID pandemic, the route has been extremely popular, providing onward connections to locations all around the world."

A second daily flight to Stansted is also expected to boost trade and economic growth in the region. 

Popular inbound markets include Australia, UAE, India, South Africa, China, Malaysia and Hong Kong.

Emirates passengers travelling from London Stansted will also have access to more destinations across the airline’s global network with convenient connection times. 

Several popular destinations for UK travellers are Brisbane, Melbourne, Male, Seychelles, Bali, Singapore, Colombo, Bangalore and Bangkok.

Richard Jewsbury, Divisional Vice President, Emirates UK, said: “Since we recommenced services to and from Stansted in August 2022, bookings have continued to surge from the London hub. It is fantastic to be scaling up operations even further this year offering passengers increased connectivity ahead of the popular summer holiday period. Stansted is a key hub for Emirates in the East and Southeast of the UK, and we look forward to welcoming even more passengers onboard.”

The airport recently announced the opening of a new double airbridge enhancing its capability to handle wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 and the Airbus A380. 

Emirates became the first airline to use the new bridge, which enables passengers to board and disembark wide-bodied aircraft more quickly and comfortably.

New Hyatt Regency hotel opens in London.....

Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment has opened, the 142-room hotel marks the eighth Hyatt-branded property in London and is part of Hyatt Hotels UK growth plan.

Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment is conveniently located, just a five-minute walk to the capital’s political epicentre, Westminster, home to landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben. A short stroll along the River Thames from the hotel leads to the South Bank, an area celebrated for its world-class arts and cultural venues, whilst nearby Vauxhall Station provides direct access to many of the city’s major travel hubs.

“London remains a priority market for our planned brand growth in the U.K., and we are delighted to add Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment to our expanding list of properties in the capital,” said Felicity Black-Roberts, vice president of development of Hyatt Europe. “This is the third Hyatt Regency branded hotel in the city, further demonstrating how Hyatt is intentionally growing our brand portfolio in the U.K., bringing our most renowned brands to the in-demand markets where our guests and World of Hyatt members want to be.”

Guestrooms

A total of 142 well-appointed, contemporary guestrooms make the most of the enviable riverside spot, with many featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that provide immersive views of the city’s iconic skyline. On the 14th floor, a range of executive suites offer king-size bedrooms, spacious, modern bathrooms, and relaxing lounge areas, accompanied by a private balcony for guests to enjoy exclusive panoramas across London.

Dining

For those looking for a multifunctional setting to share, socialize and collaborate, POTUS bar and restaurant delivers a diverse and distinctive menu of North American classics alongside traditional British favourites. Meanwhile, the rooftop restaurant, cocktail bar, and shisha terrace Mezemiso serves authentic Lebanese and Japanese cuisine to create an incomparable dining experience overlooking the memorable sky-high views of the city.

Amenities

The hotel’s additional amenities reflect the Hyatt Regency brand commitment to encouraging productivity and peace of mind. This includes an on-site fitness centre fitted with the latest Technogym equipment, and five technology-enabled meeting rooms, which have been designed to inspire connection, offering 15,273 square feet (1,419 square meters) of combined meeting space for a range of events, from business conferences to group gatherings.

“We are pleased about the collaboration with Hyatt to open Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment,” said Ivan Drinkwater – Cannon Corporate spokesperson. “The hotel is set to be the destination of choice for the millions of business and leisure travellers who visit this corner of London each year. Our team is ready to provide them with intuitive service and elevated experiences amongst the bustle of one of the city’s most popular areas.”

Hyatt Hotels have refused to curtail operations or investments within Russia following the invasion of Ukraine and continues to support Russian authorities. 

London solidifies its spot as a top global travel destination for North American travellers in 2022

Strong flight bookings and hotel occupancy rates demonstrates London as an “it” destination with a number of major events and happenings underway through the remainder of the year

New hotel openings and US-UK flight routes ensure the city is primed for US visitors this fall and winter

Top events include NFL London, Frieze London, the London Marathon and holiday favourites Christmas at the Kew and Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park

London continues to be one of the top destinations for global travellers, with the UK capital reporting its strongest hotel occupancy numbers and flight bookings since the pandemic. The “it” destination celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this past spring with record crowds, top-notch entertainment and royal family sightings. Visitors from North America continue to outpace other international markets, ranking London among the top destinations on their travel bucket list.

According to the latest Traveler Insights Report from Expedia Group Media Solutions, London was the third most booked destination globally in Q2 and the second most booked international destination by North American travellers. London also ranked as the number one booked destination for travellers from the Asia Pacific and Europe, Middle East and Africa regions1. Separate research from ForwardKeys reports that North American travellers are showing a strong appetite for visiting London this Autumn, with flight bookings up by 227% compared with the same time period last year. 

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations were a major draw for US visitors, with data from Historic Royal Palaces (HRP), the group that oversees six royal palaces across London and the UK, revealing that visitors from the US made up 45% of total ticket sales for the iconic Tower of London in June, up 27% compared to pre-pandemic sales.3 According to STR data, London’s hotels saw their highest bookings in June 2022 since July 2019, with a reported 83.1% occupancy4.

The second half of 2022 is poised to continue to see strong visitor numbers from North America with lots of exciting events, festivals, exhibitions and cultural activities for visitors to look forward to. Travellers to London will be able to enjoy cultural and sporting events such as Frieze London, NFL in London, the London Marathon, and concerts by major artists such as Drake, KISS and Swedish House Mafia. Furthermore, London is set to welcome visitors to the city during the most festive time of the year, to partake in events such as Christmas at Kew, Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, Hogwarts in the Snow at Warner Bros. Studio, the Great Christmas Pudding Race or shop at the many holiday markets and winter pop-ups around the city.

Laura Citron, CEO at London & Partners, which runs Visit London, said: “London has been brimming with energy and excitement and it’s fantastic to see visitors from all around the world returning to our city. So far, 2022 has been a massive year for London which saw us celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, as well as the return of major sporting events, festivals, theatre shows and our world-class museums and galleries. We’re seeing a huge pent-up demand for North American travellers to visit London this fall and winter, with lots of opportunities for visitors to enjoy some of our world-leading cultural and festive activities for the rest of this year.”

More Flight Options for Visitors from North America

A number of airlines have recently launched new air routes to London making a visit to the city an even easier trip to plan for many. In June, British Airways became the first airline to offer a direct route to London from Portland adding a new route for visitors from the west coast. British Airways also resumed flights from Pittsburgh and San Jose to cater to increased demand. In the first week of August JetBlue flew its inaugural flight from Boston to London. Meanwhile, United Airlines also launched a new Boston to London route in March while increasing frequency of flights to London from Newark, Denver and San Francisco after data showed that London was one of the most booked international destinations, particularly amongst business clientele. In November 2022 Virgin Atlantic will launch its new Tampa to London route just in time for the holiday season. According to the latest flight data, on average there are over 100 flights a day from the US to London5.

Luxury Hotel Openings Hint Towards London’s Lasting Appeal

Major events and happenings such as Frieze London, Wimbledon and London Fashion Week draw affluent travellers who seek out luxury accommodations so it should come as no surprise that a number of luxury hotel brands are opening new hotels in London. One of the most anticipated hotel openings this year is the Raffles London at the OWO which is set to open in late 2022. The former Old War Office on Whitehall has undergone a renovation that will include 120 rooms, 85 residences and 11 bars and restaurants, including a rooftop restaurant and bar with views of The Mall and Buckingham Palace. Also slated to open later in the year Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announced a new hotel in London’s Mayfair. In addition to a new Mandarin Oriental, the affluent neighbourhood of Mayfair is set to welcome two additional new hotels in 2023. The long-anticipated 1 Hotel is slated to open its doors in 2023 with a mission-driven, sustainability-focused design. This year St. Regis Hotels & Resorts announced it will open its first hotel in London with the new property in Mayfair set to open its doors in 2023.

 For additional destination and travel information, please go to visitlondon.com

640,000 passengers passed through from London City Airport over June and July

As the summer getaway commenced, London City served 640,000 passengers across June and July and remains on course to reach the 3 million mark by the end of the year.

August is also set to be busy, with over 300,000 passengers expected to travel as the airport closes in on one million passengers for the core summer travel months.

With the airport teams fully staffed since the start of the getaway, London City has delivered a consistently high level of customer service and continues to, on average, get passengers from the DLR to their gate lounge inside 25 minutes.

London City is also urging passengers who are booked to travel in August to turn up no more than 2 hours before their flight and to be prepared for security in order to make the experience as smooth and as stress free as possible for everyone.

While the UK Government’s slot amnesty resulted in small changes to the airport schedule, London City’s operation has been largely unaffected through August and airlines have some remaining capacity on key domestic and short-haul European routes.

With the airport welcoming almost 70% of its 2019 passenger numbers over the same period, the staples of Amsterdam, Edinburgh and Zurich remained the busiest overall routes. However, Ibiza has been the strongest leisure performer, followed by Florence, Palma, Nice and Malaga.

Commenting on the results the Airport’s Chief Executive, Robert Sinclair, said:  “We have made a conscious effort with our airlines to attract more leisure routes and passengers this summer and the fact we could reach close to 1 million passengers for the period is testament to the resilience of our operation and quality of the passenger experience we offer. For anybody considering a last-minute getaway, we would love to welcome them at London City.

Let’s Do London.............

The latest chapter of the Let’s Do London tourism campaign encourages people across the UK to return to the capital.            

Mayor encourages visitors to make the most of the chance to experience the capital’s cultural gems and unique attractions as data shows footfall in the West End is still nearly a quarter lower than before the pandemic.          

London & Partners and the Mayor of London joined forces with London’s tourism industry to launch the latest stage of the Let’s Do London campaign to encourage visitors from around the UK back to the capital following the pandemic.

The new campaign is encouraging people from across the UK to visit and make the most of the capital’s cultural gems and unique attractions.

Data from Springboard shows that footfall across the West End this year is 24 per cent down compared to 2019, before the pandemic. 

The latest chapter of the Let’s Do London campaign aims to attract audiences outside of London to the capital, with the launch of adverts across TV, radio and social media.

Led by London’s business growth and destination agency, London & Partners, this £2m phase of the Mayor’s campaign will encourage people across the country to visit and stay overnight in London by shining a spotlight on the capital’s wide range of attractions and entertainment.

Prior to the pandemic, London was the third most visited city on the planet, with a thriving tourism sector accounting for as many as one in five jobs in London and contributing almost 12 per cent of the city’s gross domestic product.

Last year, the Mayor and London & Partners launched the biggest domestic tourism campaign the capital had ever seen – Let’s Do London – to encourage visitors back to the capital. This brought in an additional £81m in spending and 330,000 overnight visitors to the capital.

Earlier this year, the Mayor and London & Partners extended this campaign across the world when he launched in New York the largest international tourism campaign the city has ever seen. It includes £7m to encourage international tourists back to London, £2m to attract overnight UK visitors and £1m for reaching out to Londoners.

2022 has already been an exceptional year for the capital with The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the 50th Anniversary of Pride in London, the Wimbledon Championships and the opening of the pioneering ABBA Voyage show at a custom-made theatre in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

This fantastic entertainment will continue throughout the summer with the UEFA Women’s EURO championship at Brentford and Wembley, a series of special events to mark the 25th anniversary of Shakespeare’s Globe, and the return of Notting Hill Carnival and the Formula-E London Grand Prix.

The Elizabeth Line has also opened this summer, giving visitors a new high-speed route between east and west London.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “London is the greatest city in the world, with incredible cultural attractions, unique experiences and adventures to enjoy for a wide range of budgets. This fantastic tourism offer helps to drive our economy by supporting businesses and jobs across the capital.

“I’m proud that my Let’s Do London campaign has already helped to bring backs hundreds of thousands of tourists back to London, but I am determined to show even more people across the country and the rest of the world that our capital is ready to welcome them.”

Laura Citron, CEO of Visit London said: “It’s been great to welcome visitors from across the UK to London – they have been so important to London’s tourism, hospitality and culture businesses over the tough pandemic years. We are building on that, inviting visitors from across the UK to keep visiting their capital. Brits don’t have to go abroad to experience the thrills of a diverse, global city – London is a train ride away. Tourism is vital to London’s economy, so it’s important that we continue to promote London as a top visitor destination for both UK and international visitors. We’re excited to work with our industry partners to launch the next phase of the ‘Let’s Do London’ campaign.”

Kate Nicholls OBE, CEO of UKHospitality said: “The diverse and wonderful reasons for visiting London are as strong and plentiful as ever, so it’s only right that, while inbound tourism makes its recovery, domestic holidaymakers get to experience London while it is a little more accessible than most summer seasons. With the brand new Elizabeth Line, our attractions open and a dazzling events calendar to plan around, there’s perhaps no better time to come to the capital.”

Merlin Entertainments Midway UK Marketing Director & Chair of the London Recovery Board Marketing Directors Group Sara Holt said: “Merlin is delighted that the Mayor continues to support London businesses with this vital campaign and that we can support by bringing industry together to contribute. Last year’s campaign drove an unprecedented return on investment and helped protect thousands of jobs in the tourism and hospitality sectors. 

The international tourism industry in London is still some way from being recovered and with the current cost of living crisis, we need to do all we can to continue highlighting to domestic visitors why there has never been a better time to visit our marvellous city. We can’t wait to welcome our domestic guests to our iconic attractions The lastminute.com London Eye, Madame Tussauds London, The London Dungeon and SEA LIFE London Aquarium this summer"

Bernard Donoghue OBE, Director, Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) said: “The ‘Let’s Do London’ campaign has been a huge success and has reminded people in this country just how diverse and spectacular London is. They’ve been incited to explore all that London has to offer and our tourism businesses, from galleries to theatres, heritage sites and performance venues, have loved hosting our visitors after a couple of years of absence. There’s still so more to see and do and, before our overseas visitors return in record numbers, now’s the best time to fulfil that wish list of best things to do and see in London. You’re welcome, you’re invited and we’d love to see you.”

Ros Morgan, CEO of Heart of London Business Alliance said: “We welcome the Mayor of London’s campaign to continue to draw tourists back to the city. After a difficult few years, we’re here to remind people what the West End has to offer, including our world-class hotels, bars, theatres, galleries, shops and restaurants. We are very proud of our recovery to date and look forward to welcoming more and more visitors back this summer.”

See below for some great places to stay in London........

London City Airport scoops ACI Europe digital transformation award

London City Airport recognised for pioneering Digital Air Traffic Control Tower project

European award notes the successful cross-industry partnership working with NATS, SAAB and CAA as integral

LCY receives the award at the 32nd Annual ACI Europe Congress in Rome

 

Fresh from being named by the Daily Telegraph as the best airport in the UK, last night, and our favourite, London City Airport was awarded the Digital Transformation Award at the 32nd ACI Europe Annual Congress in Rome.

The award was in recognition for the design, delivery, and operational success of the pioneering Digital Air Traffic Control Tower, which has been fully operational at London City since January 2021.

Unlike most airports, air traffic control is provided by a digital system, which sees 14 high-definition cameras and sensors mounted on a landside mast at the airport that provide a 360-degree view of the airfield. This is all relayed through super-fast fibre connections to a new control room in NATS’ air traffic control centre in Swanwick.

The judges, which included representatives from ACI Europe and SESAR, noted the swift deployment of the project and the close partnership working between the airport, NATS, SAAB, and the CAA, as well as engagement with important airline and local community stakeholders. The category was open to all European airports and London City received the award in Rome, the home of the 2021 winners Aeroporti di Roma, who were recognised for their brand-new digital Airport Operations System and Innovation Hub.

Commenting on the award, the airport’s Chief Operating Officer, Alison FitzGerald said:  “This project goes back to 2016 and I want to pay tribute to everyone involved in getting it approved by our regulators, as well as built, operationally ready and prepared for a busy summer ahead.

This recognition also speaks to the strength of the relationship we have built with NATS over the years, and I am hopeful that there is, even more, we can achieve together, helping us both to lead the way in making our industry safer, more sustainable and cutting edge.”

 

Looking ahead to the summer, the airport is set to connect to 36 destinations across the UK and Europe, including LCY only routes with San Sebastian via British Airways on July 8th and Deauville via l’Odyssey.

The airport is fully staffed for the summer getaway and will continue to offer the fast, convenient airport experience, which it is known for.

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Air101: London City Airport surpasses 1 million passengers after busy May

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London City Airport surpasses 1 million passengers after busy May

Photo London City Airport

Following two years of passenger numbers below the 1 million mark, London City today announced that it has surpassed that milestone and are confident of finishing the year close to three million.

 

This follows a very successful May where the airport welcomed 290,000 travellers, representing 65% of 2019 numbers for the same period. There were also very few cancellations in the month with airlines operating 98% of their schedules and delivering the best on-time performance of any London airport.

Amsterdam remained the most popular route but – ahead of the Platinum Jubilee weekend – a number of leisure routes proved popular, including Florence, Ibiza, Nice and Malaga. For the Jubilee weekend itself, the airport saw a spike of inbound bookings from Edinburgh, Luxembourg, Zurich, as well as from Amsterdam.

290,000 passengers fly from London City Airport in May, up from 256,000 the previous month

Leisure routes proving popular, particularly Florence, Ibiza and Nice

Nine new routes to commence in June, including Thessaloniki, Barcelona and Guernsey

Total passenger volumes for 2022 already 29% up 2021’s end of year total

Photo London City Airport

The number of summer leisure routes from London City is set to swell in June with nine new destinations being added to the departure board over the next three weeks. 

This includes a brand-new route to Thessaloniki in northern Greece and the return of direct services to Barcelona and Guernsey.

In addition, LCY summer staples of Mahon, Santorini, Split, Quimper and Skiathos will also commence from mid-June. For those seeking a domestic getaway, flights to Jersey will also restart. 

Commenting on the results and looking ahead to the summer, the Airport’s Chief Executive Officer, Robert Sinclair, said: “We are not only pleased to see the continued strength of the recovery in passenger volumes, but also by the way in which our operation has performed over this period. 

Despite a big increase in flights and passengers along with our airline partners, we have continued to deliver our market-leading passenger proposition of speed, convenience and on-time performance – something which I know has been really welcomed by our customers. 

With flights to 36 domestic and European destinations, we are fully resourced and focused on ensuring we deliver the best experience for all our passengers over what promises to be a really special summer period.”

Photo London City Airport

Cool places to stay near London City Airport....

A four-star riverside stay by Canary Wharf

Situated on the east bank of the Thames, the four-star New Providence Wharf hotel is an expression of contemporary luxury opposite the world-famous O2 Arena, just 20 minutes from the ExCel Centre and London City Airport. 

Seasonal British cuisine, indulgent afternoon tea and Sunday roast is served in the riverside restaurant Scoff & Banter, providing stunning views of the Thames through the floor-to-ceiling windows.  

For a complete escape, the hotel’s tranquil East River Spa offers indulgent treatments with ESPA products as well as a sauna, steam room and 24-hour gym.

Crowne Plaza London Docklands hotel offers stylish accommodation a six-minute walk from the ExCeL London exhibition centre. London City Airport is a 10-minute cab ride from the hotel. The O2 arena is 15 minutes away by the Emirates Air Line cable car over the Thames, and Royal Victoria DLR station is only five minutes walk away. From there, trains can whisk you to Canary Wharf in 15 minutes or to Bank station in The City in 25 minutes.

Crowne Plaza London Docklands

A modern recently built Holiday Inn Express London -ExCeL hotel is conveniently located in the heart of East London with excellent transport links to Canary Wharf and London attractions suited for Business or Leisure stays. This stunning property boasts 204 bedrooms, three meeting rooms. Every guest staying will have a complimentary buffet breakfast included in their stay, restaurant offers a 24-hour menu and Alfresco dining on the terrace. The hotel has onsite car/van parking facilities with no height restrictions with up to 60 spaces, we recommend registration with a reception to avoid penalties. The hotel is just a stone’s throw away from iconic venue ExCeL centre, within walking distance to London City Airport or under 5 minutes cab drive, 200 metres walking distance is the Docklands Light Railway - Royal Albert has direct links to Canary Wharf, London City and direct connections to Canning Town underground station and is perfectly located in the heart of all that East London has to offer.

Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL

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Wembley Park to host exciting all day festival for the Platinum Jubilee

To mark Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, London’s most exciting new neighbourhood, Wembley Park, will be transformed into a huge street party for the Jubilee Dance Party on Saturday 4th June 2022.

 

With five stages of live acts, DJs and dance leaders, alongside dedicated family zones and plenty of street food options, Wembley Park welcomes everyone wanting to soak up the party atmosphere and share the jubilation, as well as those keen to throw some shapes on the dancefloor.

This free to attend festival, organised and hosted by Wembley Park, will not only celebrate the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II but also honour the cultural diversity of Brent through dance styles from around the world – representing one of the most diverse boroughs in the UK.

The main stage will be located in front of the new Olympic Steps, the main entrance to the iconic Wembley Stadium. Additional stages will be spread across the whole Olympic Way, turning London’s world-renowned walkway into a giant, all-day playground for adults and children.

The stages will hold classes for all ages and abilities and showcase different dance styles throughout the day, each with deep connections with both the UK and the local community. One stage will feature live bands and day-long family shows.

Adorned with decorations and packed with family-friendly activities including face painters, bubbleologists and circus acts, as well as stilt walkers, street dancers, pavement artists, Wembley Park will be London’s most exciting street party for non-dancers and dancers alike.

To complement the music and dance stages alongside the street performers, there will be dedicated, interactive areas with selfie stations and photo booths. A giant photo wall will unveil a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, digitally generated with photos taken by festivalgoers throughout the day.

Josh McNorton, Cultural Director, Wembley Park said: “We are delighted to be celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by transforming London’s most exciting new neighbourhood into a street party for the Jubilee Dance Party on 4th June. We invite all ages and abilities to join us for the party, to enjoy the live music and join in the wide range of artistic and family-friendly activities.”

 Free lessons, taught by professional dancers, will be offered for each dance style followed by a group social dance. Live bands and DJ’s will provide the perfect acoustic backdrop with some of London’s top dance schools and their students also participating in the festivities.

 

Eye-catching street art, including a new, basketball court-sized street mural designed by renowned street artist Lois O’Hara, will add extra sparkle to the party, while outdoor picnic tables will allow visitors to eat and drink from over 20 street food traders and three bars at BOXPARK Wembley, nestled between all the stages and activity areas.  For those looking to just sit and soak up the atmosphere, ample seating, fountains and water features will be available around Wembley Park to relax and enjoy the day.

 

Located just 12 minutes from central London by tube, Wembley Park’s easy accessibility means that the Jubilee Dance Party can be enjoyed by all. Those living in the neighbourhood, in the 3,250+ apartments managed by Quintain Living, are already gearing up for the big day, with free dance lessons from professional instructors. Wembley Park will also be organising free dance lessons and workshops for schools in the local area as part of the celebrations.

For more information please visit https://www.wembleypark.com/jubileedanceparty or follow on Instagram or Facebook. 

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London’s most exciting new neighbourhood to hold day-long Jubilee Dance Party festival on 4th June 2022

To mark Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, London’s most exciting new neighbourhood, Wembley Park, will be transformed into a huge street party for the Jubilee Dance Party on Saturday 4th June 2022.

 

With five stages of live acts, DJs and dance leaders, alongside dedicated family zones and plenty of street food options, Wembley Park welcomes everyone wanting to soak up the party atmosphere and share the jubilation, as well as those keen to throw some shapes on the dancefloor.

This free to attend festival, organised and hosted by Wembley Park, will not only celebrate the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II but also honour the cultural diversity of Brent through dance styles from around the world – representing one of the most diverse boroughs in the UK.

The main stage will be located in front of the new Olympic Steps, the main entrance to iconic Wembley Stadium. Additional stages will be spread across the whole Olympic Way, turning London’s world-renowned walkway into a giant, all-day playground for adults and children.

The stages will hold classes for all ages and abilities and showcase different dance styles throughout the day, each with deep connections with both the UK and the local community. One stage will feature live bands and day-long family shows.

Adorned with decorations and packed with family-friendly activities including face painters, bubbleologists and circus acts, as well as stilt walkers, street dancers, pavement artists, Wembley Park will be London’s most exciting street party for non-dancers and dancers alike.

To complement the music and dance stages alongside the street performers, there will be dedicated, interactive areas with selfie stations and photo booths. A giant photo wall will unveil a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, digitally generated with photos taken by festivalgoers throughout the day.

Josh McNorton, Cultural Director, Wembley Park said: “We are delighted to be celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by transforming London’s most exciting new neighbourhood into a street party for the Jubilee Dance Party on 4th June. We invite all ages and abilities to join us for the party, to enjoy the live music and join in the wide range of artistic and family-friendly activities.”

 Free lessons, taught by professional dancers, will be offered for each dance style followed by a group social dance. Live bands and DJ’s will provide the perfect acoustic backdrop with some of London’s top dance schools and their students also participating in the festivities.

 

Eye-catching street art, including a new, basketball court-sized street mural designed by renowned street artist Lois O’Hara, will add extra sparkle to the party, while outdoor picnic tables will allow visitors to eat and drink from over 20 street food traders and three bars at BOXPARK Wembley, nestled between all the stages and activity areas.  For those looking to just sit and soak up the atmosphere, ample seating, fountains and water features will be available around Wembley Park to relax and enjoy the day.

 

Located just 12 minutes from central London by tube, Wembley Park’s easy accessibility means that the Jubilee Dance Party can be enjoyed by all. Those living in the neighbourhood, in the 3,250+ apartments managed by Quintain Living, are already gearing up for the big day, with free dance lessons from professional instructors. Wembley Park will also be organising free dance lessons and workshops for schools in the local area as part of the celebrations.

For more information please visit https://www.wembleypark.com/jubileedanceparty or follow on Instagram or Facebook. 

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