If you need to get away from it all then why dont you and a friend take advantage of this fantastic offer and head off to one of our participating spas for a spot of pampering. Included is a 30 minute treatment each, you can choose from a back, neck and shoulder massage, an express manicure or a facial. Also included is full use of the health club facilities, leaving you thoroughly refreshed and ready to face the world!
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You and a friend can spend the day at one of our top hotel health clubs, UK wide. Feel the burn in a heart-pumping gym session, or do some laps of the pool, before slowing down the pace in the jacuzzi or the steam room. Then, why not go back and do it all over again? A great way to relieve some tension and enjoy some relaxation!
Since Edwardian times, the Georgian Restaurant has been one of the most refined places in London to take afternoon tea. In years gone by an afternoon visit to Harrods was not a mere shopping trip but a social highlight. Under the splendour of the original 1929 Art Nouveau skylight and elegant carved plaster ceilings, Victor Silvester and his orchestra once played while the aristocracy dined. Now you can experience the high life with an indulgent tea for two in these luxurious surroundings.
Go behind the scenes of your favourite sports clubs with a great range of stadium tours. From Chelsea stadium, Twickenham stadium and Wembley there is something for all sports fans including: Adult Legends Tour of Emirates Stadium. Visit the home of football. The ideal gift for any Arsenal fan.
Indulge in 2 of Frances delicacies: wine & cheese! Beginning with a flute of champagne, you will be guided through a tasting experience by a French sommelier.
Spend an evening with friends at a Benihana’s London Restaurant, you will experience the fine art of Teppanyaki cookery. Your famous red-capped chef will dazzle you with his juggling knife skills as he cooks a variety of succulent meat, crisp vegetables and fresh seafood before your eyes at your table.
Spend a day perfecting your very own pint with the professionals.
This experience begins with an introduction to brewing techniques and takes you right through the process from preparation to tasting, making a fun day out for friends or a perfect stag activity.
Leave the tube to the stressed-out commuters for a more relaxing way of travelling around London, enjoying the sights on a river cruiser along the Thames. Board your city cruiser and head down the river to Greenwich. The cruise gives you a real insight into the layers of history that have built up along the river, an amazing mixture of old and new, with great views of the Houses of Parliament, Tate Modern, St Pauls and many more London landmarks. Any time you want, you can hop off the boat at any one of four piers, explore and then hop back on later. You can then make your way to the London Eye where you may have to queue a bit, but it will certainly be worth it when you climb aboard your (air-conditioned) capsule. The Eye slowly turns, giving you sensational panoramic views across London from 135 metres up. Whether you are new to the capital or a born and bred Londoner, this is a fantastic way to enjoy the sights from two unique perspectives.
Enjoy a delicious dinner and then settle into your top-price seats (either in the stalls or in the upper circle) to see a great show. Start with a two-course pre-theatre meal from the table d hote menu at one of a selection of restaurants. Each offer fine European cuisine, and they are located in Covent Garden, Soho or Holborn - all within easy walking distance of theatreland. Then get the show on the road with top price tickets (in either the stalls or the upper circle) to see one of a selection of West End shows.
Helicopter travel is possibly the worlds most versatile and fun form of travel. It offers a level of freedom, flexibility and excitement like no other. A tour of London by helicopter is fantastic way to celebrate that special occasion. It could even be the realisation of a lifetimes ambition.Soaring high above buildings boats and people stuck in a busy city, view it all from above, you will surprise yourself at how it looks.
The successful sea-kayaking courses are gaining in popularity largely due to the relaxing calmness of the sport when compared to its brother, white water kayaking. This style is far gentler and allows the paddlers to explore far more as the adrenalin is not quite pumping at full capacity. This introduction will ease you into sea kayaking in a gentle environment and is proving popular because only very basic kayaking skills are required to get started and begin exploring
Sushi is fresh, healthy, tasty and trendy. But hardly anyone tries to make it at home - because surely something which looks and tastes so beautiful must really be difficult to create? Not so. With this experience you will learn a lot - all about the different types of sushi, fish, rice and vegetable ingredients, as well as tips on how to make it yourself at home. It is run by the experts at YO! Sushi, who enjoy what they do and help make your experience great fun.
How adventurous are you?. Rock Climbing has really exploded in popularity in recent years with thousands of people enjoying this fantastic extreme sport which gets you out in the great outdoors. Outdoor Rock Climbing is a very rewarding activity, it is both physically and technically challenging and is also great fun. This half day course is designed as an introduction to rock climbing with the emphasis on trying out the sport, having fun and learning basic climbing and bouldering techniques. Ideal for someone thinking of taking up climbing or for having a go at this exciting and exhilarating sport.
Visit the Elemis Spa in Mayfair for a luxury spa package for two including an Elemis gift each.
This fantastic package includes an exotic ritual for two at the decadent Elemis Day Spa in Mayfair, London. Experience this traditional Arabian cleansing ritual for two and receive an Elemis Anti-Ageing collection each to take home.
The ultimate full body treat, using trusted Dermalogica products, to help you feel rejuvenated and re-energised, whilst invigorating and revitalising your skin. This really does treat your whole body from top to toe. Your treatment starts with a full body exfoliation to remove dulling skin cells, moving on to a specialised aromatherapy and pressure point back massage to help relieve muscular aches and pains whilst relaxing the mind and body. This can be the perfect gift for any family member or friend who you think deserves a day of relaxation.
If you are looking for a really entertaining evening, then why not try a side splitting stand up comedy club. Theres nothing quite like a really good laugh, and with a host of up-and-coming stars ready to get you laughing all the way into next week, the headline act of any venue will surely bring the house down. So whether you have got firm favourites on the circuit or want to see someone new, this night is the ideal way to enjoy the fun.
We all do it, belt out hits in the shower, sing along to the radio with a hairbrush for a mic. With this experience you will get to take your talent out of the shower and into the studio. (Actually it is not just for singers this experience is also perfect for musicians who would like to record a piece). Come along to the session having rehearsed your song or piece, and after a run through you will make three recordings. A session engineer and studio staff will guide you through the process, giving you expert advice and tips on how to get the best from your voice (and they will be a lot more friendly than Simon Cowell).
A fantastic opportunity for you and a friend to take a day out for some fun and relaxation at one of the UKs top health clubs. Feel the burn in a heart pumping gym session or do some laps of the pool before slowing down the pace in the Jacuzzi or the steam room. A great way to relieve some tension and enjoy some relaxation.
Indulge in some classic British decadence and treat someone special to an afternoon tea at a selection of charming venues nationwide. For centuries, fashionable British society enjoyed an afternoon tradition of scones, cakes, sandwiches and tea. Today, afternoon tea is something of a luxury so this is an ideal opportunity to treat yourself and a friend with this indulgent gift experience. Your deluxe tea will include a selection of the best teatime treats at premium venues across the UK.
A Marriott Pamper Day is about discovering a new state of mind and their health and beauty treatments will help you do just that. Available at selected Marriott Hotels and Resorts, the treatments are carried out by professional therapists using top-quality salon products. Your day includes use of the leisure and gym facilities for two, and one treatment for one person, so you will have to decide between the two of you who gets it.
You and someone special can enjoy a relaxing day out in London aboard the Thames Lunch Cruise boat with this great gift experience. While comfortably seated and enjoying a delicious three course meal, you can see the magnificent sights of this famous city with spectacular views from your unique water vantage point.
"R" Experience Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting for Two
A fascinating and relaxing day out that provides an opportunity to experience how a working English vineyard and winery operates. Take a tour of the vineyard and learn how wine is made by the professionals and then sample the finished product at the wine tasting which is followed by a delicious lunch.
This experience is available for 18 years and over only.
If you need a bit of pampering, why don’t you and a friend treat yourselves to this fantastic offer and head off to one of our participating spas for a spot of self indulgence! Included is a 30 minute treatment each, you can choose from a back, neck and shoulder massage, an express manicure or a facial. Also included is full use of the health club facilities, leaving you thoroughly refreshed and ready to face the world.
Savour a delicious two course meal at a lively West End restaurant before taking your Upper Circle or Balcony seats at your choice from one of our special selection of both long running and successful new shows. Whether it`s the drama of Blood Brothers or the slick choreography of Chicago there are shows to delight newcomers and seasoned theatre goers alike.
Take a lunchtime cruise on the Thames, followed up by a dazzling view of London on the London Eye, perfect for a romantic day out in the Capital. Enjoy a freshly prepared three-course lunch and coffee as you glide down the Thames, admiring the landmarks of Londons riverside. Then marvel at the stunning view from the top of one of the worlds largest observation wheels - the London Eye - and see the slow moving panorama of Londons top sights from the comfort of your glass capsule.
This gift experience is an ideal chance to take some time out and enjoy a spot of pampering, choose from six mini treatments; a revitalising pedicure for tired feet, a beautifying manicure, waxing for wonderfully smooth skin, a tanning session for a healthy glow, a stress-relieving massage or cleansing facial. Whichever one you choose, you are sure to enjoy it and feel the benefits.
A fantastic opportunity to get a complete makeover photoshoot that includes a haircut from a top stylist. The ultimate experience for anyone who likes to look good. After a glass of Bucks Fizz, you will be treated to a makeover, starting with a haircut from an expert Burlington’s stylist. Then relax for a pampering makeover from professionals including a hand beauty treatment, skin refresh, make-up and hairstyling. Feeling like a star, enter the studio for your shoot with a top photographer before selecting a complementary A4 print (worth £70) to keep.
This relaxing day package is a great opportunity to enjoy some well-deserved pampering for you and baby during this special and wonderful time of your life and Champneys offers idyllic venues for your total enjoyment and benefit. Choose from one of their four exquisite health resorts all set in beautiful countryside locations with the finest spa facilities and treatments available. This experience will leave you feeling healthy, relaxed and indulged, perfect to ease pre-natal nerves.
You and a friend can enjoy a day pass each for a health and fitness club, where you can make full use of all the facilities. Facilities do vary from one location to another but generally include a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Selected locations have a beauty salon, group exercise studio, jacuzzi and sun bed. Crèche facilities are also available at many locations.
Be pampered like a celebrity from the moment you arrive and begin your incredible experience, leaving you and your friend looking and feeling truly amazing. Relax and unwind in great surroundings as top professionals create your perfect look.
Treat yourself and a friend to 3 treatments each including a 30 minute facial, 30 minute massage and an express eyebrow shape or nail file and polish and feel healthy, fit and relaxed at the adjoining health and fitness club. Your treatments will normally be carried out in conjunction with each other (in other words you may well have your nail polish at the same time as your facial).
Afternoon tea has been a British institution since Anna Maria, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, asked her footman to bring her a pot of tea and light refreshment one afternoon in 1840. The ritual caught on and afternoon tea became the corner stone of high society dining. These days taking tea as a light afternoon meal has become much more accessible, but has not lost a crumb of its charm. Luxury country hotels and traditional tea rooms will provide welcoming surroundings for this decadent treat which really is a special experience to take your time over.
Make the most of this great 2 for 1 offer and enjoy some pampering at The Spas.
Available at a range of Bannatyne`s Spas across the UK, this package allows you and a friend to enjoy a relaxing pamper day. Unwind as you each receive a Swedish back, neck and shoulder massage followed by a scalp massage. Then you may spend the rest of the day taking advantage of the spa facilities including air conditioned gym, pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. And if you`re feeling energetic you can even join in an exercise class or two.
Retrace the steps of some of football’s greatest legends, relive the glorious history of Manchester United football club and marvel in the splendour of today’s Theatre of Dreams. Sit in the heights of the North Stand for a bird’s eye view of the pitch, stand in Sir Alex’s spot in the dug out, sit in the Home changing room at your favourite player’s peg and emerge from the players’ tunnel.
Climb aboard for a flight on the London Eye and see London in all its glory.
At 135 metres, The Merlin Entertainments London Eye is the world’s tallest cantilevered wheel, with 40 kilometre panoramic views on a clear day. The gradual flight in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules takes approximately 30 minutes. Night or day, The London Eye offers spectacular views of London and its famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Also introducing their new 4D Experience. A groundbreaking 3D film with spectacular in-theatre effects including wind, bubbles and mist to add a breathtaking fourth dimension.
Choose from a good selection of extreme sports and thrill activities in the Essex area including a 20-30 Minute Microlighting Trial Flight. Experience true freedom with nothing but picturesque scenery and complete tranquil beauty! For centuries man has attempted to achieve the ultimate aim of flight, and now that dream can be realised with Ex Element. This fantastic experience will give you the sensation of flying with the birds and totally un-rivalled aerial views. You will either fly a fixed-wing or flex-wing aircraft, and you`ll be cruising over the countryside at around 50-60 mph at up to 2000 feet. Why not have a go at being transported into a new and unique dimension. You will have a truly magical experience that will long remain a treasured memory.
The Nikon Monarch 8x42 DCF WP binoculars are a high-resolution model with 8x magnification and 42mm objective diameter lens that lets you close in on your target with confidence. They feature multilayer-coated lenses of the highest quality for beautifully defined images, O-ring seals and nitrogen gas for added resistance to challenging environments, and a durable design with rubber armouring for a reliable performance and comfortable grip.
