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Innovation and expansion


HARDLY known a decade ago, aparthotels and serviced apartments are one of the fastest growing areas of the hotel sector.


Staycity Group is one of Europe’s leading independent aparthotel operators. Formed by Tom Walsh and his brother in 2004, the company now has some 7,000 apartments in their portfolio in cities from Dublin, London and Liverpool to Paris, Lyon and Marseille, with others coming on stream in Venice, Berlin and Edinburgh.


Blackpool Central


The Blackpool Central development aims to bring world-class visitor attractions to the current Central Station site in the heart of the town, just a short walk from the famous Golden Mile.


(See page 20 )


Keep on moving could also be the motto of Blackpool, the historic seaside resort which has been a major visitor attraction for more than 100 years. Looking ahead to the future, Blackpool Council has unveiled plans for the single biggest investment in the seaside town’s tourism industry for more than a decade.


Editor Vicky Kiernander


Sales director Julian Walter


National sales manager Tammy Breese


Production Gina Mitchell


Design Sandra Cid


Managing director Toby Filby


Blackpool Central aims to bring world-class visitor attractions to the heart of the town, including restaurants, hotels and a new indoor theme and adventure park inspired by the 1968 bestselling book, The Chariots of The Gods.


Merging entertainment, culture and history, the £300m leisure development aims to provide a year-round attraction for the whole family. (P20)


We talk to Walsh about how Staycity stays ahead of the pack in this increasingly competitive sector and how he keeps the brand constantly moving forwards. (P11)


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