NEW AND IMPROVED The Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre has unveiled a £500,000 refurbishment that has transformed its public spaces. The stylish new open lobby, designed to provide guests with one multi-faceted public space to eat, meet, relax, socialise, and work as they choose, will revolutionise the way guests stay at the Cardiff hotel. The traditionally separate zones of a reception, lobby, bar, lounge, restaurant, and business centre have been merged into one cohesive space. Key new features include free high-speed Wi-Fi, an all day dining menu, a living-room-style media lounge with comfy seating, games, magazines, and TVs, and an E-Bar where guests can relax. Richard Platts, the general manager for the Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre, commented: “I’m thrilled to welcome guests to our new open lobby space. Already, we can see how guests are ‘living’ differently at the hotel and making full use of every new zone, which is exactly what we wanted with this investment. There are so many options and areas to plug in or switch off that our business and travel guests will love what we’ve done. The new open lobby will also appeal to local Cardiff residents and networking groups, as well as families of Welsh rugby players and past rugby stars who often call in when Wales play at home. We are well equipped to host everybody on all occasions.” Check out www.lghhm.com for more information. AL FRESCO ROMANCE The King Arthur Hotel, nestled in the Gower Peninsula, will begin hosting outdoor wedding ceremonies in 2024. Al fresco celebrations will take place in the enchanting flower meadow between 1st April and 30th September. It offers an idyllic setting to say your vows, but if the Welsh weather isn’t ideal, Avalon, the indoor ceremony space, can be set up. Avalon boasts a high-pitched ceiling with exposed French oak beams, Welsh slate floors, and arched windows overlooking the surrounding landscaped gardens. To find out more about this family-run venue, visit www.kingarthurhotel.co.uk DATE FOR THE DIARY Looking for the perfect suppliers for your big day? Look no further than the Vale Resort and Hensol Castle Wedding Fair. This is the perfect opportunity to see the 17th-century castle and 650 acres of beautiful Welsh countryside for yourself. There are several charming wedding spaces to choose from with something for everyone, from outdoor celebrations to intimate nuptials and grand receptions. Meet up to 100 exhibitors, get lots of inspiration, be in with a chance of winning some great prizes, and talk to the expert wedding team, who will answer any questions you may have. The fair will be taking place on Sunday 14th January, 2024, between 11am and 4pm. Entry and parking are free. To register and for more information about the venues, visit www.hensolcastle.com/weddings/wedding-fayres www.katytainton.com NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from around South Wales 9 LOCAL NEWS
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