With Brexit just around the corner, plenty of people are staying at home for holidays instead of making plans to travel in Europe. Holly Patrick finds out why Brighton is the perfect place for a Staycation.
AS THE deadline day for leaving the European Union approaches, it is still not clear how the transition will affect holidays on the continent.
A report by iCarhireinsurance revealed 29 per cent of the 1,000 British residents interviewed, will travel in the EU less because of Brexit.
But there is good news, as 23 per cent said they will be planning a staycation in the UK this year.
Staycations involve either holidaying where you live and discovering all the incredible places you’ve “never had the time” to visit.
It can also mean travelling to a different part of the country to experience its culture and beauty.
Today, Brighton remains one of Britain’s best-loved seaside towns.
Here’s a look at why Brighton is the perfect place to book your staycation in 2019.
- Attractions
It’s easy to see why Brighton attracts over 11 million visitors a year.
Whether you’re a shopper, foodie, adventurer or just want to relax, Brighton has something for you.
Get familiar with the world’s wildlife
The Booth Museum brings thousands of species on display back to life with interactive displays and hands-on activities.
Originally opened as a Victorian collector’s private museum, the venue now invites everyone to explore the butterflies, birds and bones on display, free of charge.
Explore The Lanes
Brighton brims with character at every corner, but there is something exceptionally cool about The Lanes.
The narrow streets weave across the city and home antique stores, vintage markets, clothing stores and some of Brighton’s best cafes.
Stroll along the Pier
No trip to Brighton would be complete without a trip along the amusement-filled Brighton Palace Pier.
Boasting hundreds of arcade machines, a functioning fairground, restaurants and perfect picture spots, it’s a great place to while away an afternoon in nostalgic style.
- Events
Home to several of the south coast’s major music and theatre venues, Brighton is never short of a vibrant event schedule.
Renowned as one of the best LQBTQ events in the world, Brighton Pride attracts nearly half a million people to the seaside every summer.
It’s a colourful event to watch as hundreds of musical floats roll by.
The Brighton Centre
Comedians, artists and academics frequently create a brilliant event schedule at The Brighton Centre.
Highlights this year include UB40, The Guilty Feminist, Sean Paul and Jack Whitehall.
For the culturally curious, Brighton’s three-week-long festival is filled with stage shows, workshops, exhibitions and parades from the region’s diverse communities.
This year the festival will run between May 4 to 26.
- Restaurants
With a focus on locally sourced produce and innovative cooking styles, Brighton has a refined restaurant scene.
Bincho Yakitori
Recently named as Brighton’s second-best restaurant, Japanese eatery Bincho Yakitori proves you don’t have to spend a fortune to eat delicious food.
Bincho Yakitori’s menu changes weekly with a focus on unfussy sharing plates.
You can find it at 63 Preston St, Brighton BN1 2HE.
Salt Room
Winner of the Seafood Restaurant of the Year 2017 award, Salt Room practises the art of cooking over coals.
A specialist in grilled fish and meat with an accompanying quirky drinks menu, this is the perfect spot for serious food fans looking to feast on quality food.
There are based at the Hilton Metropole Hotel, 106 King’s Road, Brighton, BN1 2 FU.
Manjus
After realising her dream of opening a restaurant at the age of 80, Manju, and daughter-in- law Dipali opened the restaurant.
The menu dishes up vegetarian street food from family recipes.
Find them at 6 Trafalgar St, North Laine, Brighton BN1 4EQ.
- Accommodation
Home to boutique hotels and quirky bed and breakfasts, visitors to Brighton are spoiled for choice.
Artist Residence
Shabby chic meets country living at this boutique hotel.
The hotel got its eccentric style when they offered artists free board in return for their services.
As a result, each of the 24 bedrooms is steeped in character with beautiful views across the seafront.
Rooms rates start at £75.
Drakes
Defining luxury accommodation in Brighton, Drakes offers guests 20 individually designed rooms overlooking Brighton Beach.
It’s the perfect hotel for a romantic getaway with its freestanding bathtubs as well as ludicrously wide and comfortable beds all set in the decadence of a Georgian house.
Room rates start at £300.
Snooze
If you don’t want to leave Brighton’s quirkiness behind in The Lanes, book a stay at Snooze Bed and Breakfast.
The mid-century themed guesthouse is adorned floor to ceiling with reclaimed Sixties and Seventies furnishing.
From the old school milk bottles to the retro colour schemes, this bed and breakfast oozes character.
Rooms rates start at £60.
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