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Swansea


The city of Swansea has experienced dramatic economic growth over the last 20 years and now stands as a gateway to an area of outstanding natural beauty, as well as a business and academic hub, says Laura Gelder


The seaside city has Viking roots and a long, eventful history, but today is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, large student population and as a regional shopping and commercial hub. The Swansea Waterfront has seen recent regeneration and the Swansea Enterprise Park, comprised of businesses, retail and industry is now well established. Businesses also benefit from proximity to both Swansea University and Swansea Metropolitan University. The wider area extends to Swansea Bay and the Gower Peninsula, with miles of unspoilt coastal panoramas, award- winning golden beaches, and lush rolling countryside.


ANGELA BATES TRADE PROMOTIONS SENIOR EXECUTIVE, ABU DHABI TOURISM AUTHORITY


“Take a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest in the world. It's one of the most worthwhile cultural experiences in Abu Dhabi and visitors will be given the chance to gain a unique insight into the religion and culture of the Emirates. The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is open for guided educational tours commencing at 10am to 11.30am from Sunday to Thursday”


Wow Factor Bluestone National Park Resort


Address: The Grange, Canaston Wood, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8DE Tel: 0800 567 0050 See: www.bluestonewales.com Located in 500 acres of Pembrokeshire countryside around 60 minutes from Swansea city centre, this venue has a range of modern meeting facilities in a rural setting. There are 280 luxury lodges, cottages and studio apartments and the self-contained ‘village’ has its own restaurants, pub and shops. The resort’s largest conference room can cater for up to 160 people for receptions or 140 seated. It is kitted out with wifi, AV facilities, adjustable lighting, air conditioning and a range of rooms for break-outs, catering for between 28 and 78. For a less traditional meeting there are a selection of other venues such as Camp Smokey, where delegates can dine by a camp fire. Team building activities range from laser combat to high ropes and zip wires.


Quirky Venue National Waterfront Museum


Address: Oystermouth Road, Swansea, SA1 3RD Tel: 029 2057 3600 See: www.museumwales.ac.uk Wales’ newest museum is a £33.5million project telling the story of the country’s industrial heritage. It overlooks


the marina and combines slate and glass architecture with a historic quayside warehouse. Flexible meeting spaces include the Weston Hall, which holds up to 250 theatre-style; the Warehouse Gallery, which holds 250 theatre-style; or the Dockside Room and Cityside meeting venues, holding up to 50 delegates lecture- style or 20 boardroom-style. Facilities for hire include PA systems, laptops, data projectors, televisions, DVD players, flipcharts and wifi access. Locally-sourced food is provided by onsite catering. Day delegate rates include 9am-5pm room hire, use of a screen, projector, laptop flipcharts, snacks and a lunch.


New Kid on the Block LC Leisure complex


Address: Oystermouth Road, Swansea SA1 3ST Tel: 01792 635208 See: www.thelcswansea.com Opened in 2010, this leisure centre and water park is an interesting venue for meetings, overlooking Swansea Bay. There are several venues: The Function Room, Studio A and Studio B have capacity for between 70 and 90 delegates and can be arranged in theatre, caberet or boardroom-style. For an intimate gathering of 12, The Easyline Room is set up boardroom-style, and at the opposite end of the spectrum, the Sports Hall can accommodate between 800 and 2,000 for large events. Meetings can be combined with a team-building event,


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