MAY half term is going to be an even bigger event than usual this year, as it's the first time people in England can go on holiday with people outside their household. From May 17, groups of up to six people from different households or unlimited numbers of people from two households can share a holiday let together. Hotels, hostels and B&Bs are also allowed to reopen on that date. School holiday and term time dates can vary depending on which part of the country you live in, but for most schools, the May half-term in 2021 is set to start on Monday May 31 and last for one week. It's a great time to get away for a UK break with the kids before the crowds and prices hike up in the school summer holidays. Some of the best deals are: Haven May half-term breaks from £244 per stay Park Holidays UK May half-term breaks from £319 per stay Away Resorts May half-term breaks from £306 per stay Pontins May-half-term breaks from £90 per stay Shorefield … [Read more...] about Cheap May half-term holidays in England from £25 per stay, including lodges, cottages & holiday parks
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Alton Towers reveals opening dates for theme park, waterpark and hotels amidst roadmap
Alton Towers Resort has revealed its plans for reopening its theme park, waterpark and hotels following Boris Johnson's announcement for England's lockdown roadmap. The Staffordshire-based resort is set to reopen its theme park from April 12, as part of the 'Step Two' phase in the roadmap which allows outdoor attractions to reopen. As self-contained accommodation can also reopen from this date, the resort's Woodland Lodges accommodation will also be open. (However it's worth noting you can only stay in these with members of your own household, and no shared indoor facilities such as restaurants and bars will be open). The resort's hotels, waterpark and spa are currently set to reopen from May 17 in line with the 'Step three' phrase of the lockdown roadmap. In the meantime, the Alton Towers Gardens will be open daily from March 29 through to April 11 for those living in the local area, although pre-booking tickets will be essential. Looking for more travel updates? … [Read more...] about Alton Towers reveals opening dates for theme park, waterpark and hotels amidst roadmap
‘Taipei Suicide Story’ Sweeps Top Awards At Slamdance Film Festival
The Slamdance Film Festival unveiled winners for its 27th edition Thursday, with the compact drama Taipei Suicide Story directed by KEFF taking both the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award for narrative features and the best actor prize during a virtual awards ceremony. The drama is about a receptionist at a suicide hotel in Taipei who forms a friendship over the course of one night with a guest who can’t decide if she wants to live or die. The pic, which also was in the official Cinéfondation selection of the 2020 Cannes Film Festival, runs 45 minutes. Tender Huang, who plays the hotel receptionist, was named best actor during the ceremony wrapping this year’s edition, which ran as a virtual edition February 12-25. Related Story Slamdance Film Festival Winners Led By 'Murmur' And 'Residue' “A film that is concise and emotionally effective as it portrays isolation with humanity and complex pathos,” the jury said in its comments about the pic today. The … [Read more...] about ‘Taipei Suicide Story’ Sweeps Top Awards At Slamdance Film Festival