Brighton - diverse and versatile
This coastal UK city gets over 8 million visitors a year. You wonder why? Check 5 reasons why Brighton is so popular among visitors from and outside of Britain.
One of Brighton's trumps is its great location on the seafront with miles and miles of rocky beaches. Even though England is often referred to as rainy, the weather during the summer months is likely to be sunny and many people migrate to the beaches to enjoy the sun, sea and the calming sea breeze. The city is easily reachable by train from all over the country which makes the destination attractive for day-trippers.
Brighton offers a wide range of affordable hostels and
hotels to choose from, most of them located conveniently right on the seafront, a stone's throw away from everything. However, you have to book your rooms in advance since the hotels fill up well in advance, especially on the weekends.
Having to arrange a hen or stag do? Head to Brighton! The city is a very popular party destination among young people so the fun is guaranteed! The city offers huge discotheques, majority of them located on the beach. So get ready to have fun and party until the sunrise.
Brighton offers something for families as well. Kids will love the amusement park on the Brighton pier with all its rides and games. Alternatively, you can just take them to the beach for a little ice cream or fish and chips offered by countless vendors. The
hotels in Brighton are high standard, clean and they warmly welcome families to stay with them.
You can also do some shopping in the Churchill Square Shopping Centre, located only a few minute walk away from the central train station. To take a break from spending money, you can take a relaxing stroll on the seafront and pop into one of the many cafes for lunch. There are many great ones located near the Royal Pavilion, one of Brighton's sightseeing attractions.
Probably the best thing about Brighton is its versatile atmosphere. There you can find all kinds of people and the city is actually called the gay capital of Britain. So you should not have to worry about blending in - just be yourself! In August there is a famous "Gay Pride" taking over the city. This event is so popular that
Brighton hotels are usually fully booked during this carnival when thousands of people migrate into the city.
If you are looking for a fun place to spend you weekend in, Brighton is definitely the place to go. You will have an amazing time, make new friends and it will be an experience you will never forget.
