ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virgin Vacations, an international tour company specializing in affordable escorted and independent travel, recently announced new travel packages to Manchester, England. This once industrial city has blossomed into a modern and vibrant metropolis with unique character, a wealth of historic sites and thriving cultural attractions including theater, museums, literature, open markets, music, art and fashion. The city was included in The New York Times list of 41 places to go in 2011.
“Manchester is a perfect fit for customers who seek to ‘travel on trend’ to the world’s current hot travel spots,” said Nigel Osborne, President of Virgin Vacations. “This city has such character and charisma – it’s quickly becoming one of England’s most desired destinations.”
Virgin Vacations will offer four unique vacation packages to Manchester starting from $629 per person. Each package features flights, hotel accommodations and breakfast daily. Select packages also include rental cars and train tickets. These packages are exclusively available at www.virgin-vacations.com/Manchester.
New, and even seasoned, travelers to Manchester should:
- Visit the Royal Exchange Theater, Britain’s largest theatre-in-the-round.
- Take in a dance, theatre or family show at The Lowry, a beautiful arts and entertainment venue featuring The Lyric, the largest stage in England outside London; and The Lowry Galleries, which showcase changing exhibitions by one of Britain's most beloved artists, L.S. Lowry.
- Spend the day shopping at The Trafford Centre, home to more than 230 stores, 36 themed restaurants and a 20-screen cinema.
- Visit The City of Manchester Stadium, home to Manchester City Football Club. Stadium tours are available, as is a museum packed with football memorabilia.
About Virgin Vacations
Virgin Vacations was established in 1994 to provide Virgin Atlantic Airways and customers with inclusive air and land vacation packages to London and beyond. Today, Virgin Vacations offers an expanded escorted and independent travel menu that includes more of Europe; Central and South America; the Mediterranean; Asia; Australia; Africa, with the option of visiting Sir Richard’s private game reserve Ulusaba; and a wealth of sea and river cruises to destinations worldwide. For more information, call 888-937-8474 or visit www.virgin-vacations.com.