StyleAble
  • Home
  • About us
  • Real Life Stories
  • Features
    • Beauty
    • Style
    • Travel
    • London
    • Health and Fitness
    • Home and Interiors
    • Life Hack
    • Editors Blog
  • Huffington Post
  • Press
3K Followers
300 Followers
Share Your Story!
StyleAble
StyleAble
  • Home
  • About us
  • Real Life Stories
  • Features
    • Beauty
    • Style
    • Travel
    • London
    • Health and Fitness
    • Home and Interiors
    • Life Hack
    • Editors Blog
  • Huffington Post
  • Press
0
Top of the Liverpool Town Hall
  • Partnerships
  • Today I am
  • Travel
  • Travel

Today I am…in LIVERPOOL!

  • 08/08/2013
  • Kiesha Meikle
Total
3
Shares
0
0
3

Let’s get one thing straight, I am a Londoner born and bred, I love the place. The mix of cultures, the smells – each area in London has its own aroma (fact!) – the opportunity to do, wear and say anything I want whilst surrounding myself with people who feel the same. These things keep my butt firmly based in the coolest city in the world. However, today I am in Liverpool…and do you know what, London has some serious competition – Liverpool is a blast! Maybe its the great scenery, the ultra friendly, chatty locals, the cheaper than cheap black cabs (has to be seen to be believed) or the fact that everyone looks like they have just stepped off of the set of Hollyoaks.  All I can say, is that I will be revisiting Liverpool (often)…

Signed portrait of the Beatles

Getting there:

We took the London Euston to Liverpool Lime St direct train (via Virgin trains). Travelling First Class is great, really great. However, if you are  on a budget then book early and the standard ticket won’t break the bank. Ok, you won’t get the fantastic service, food and space you would in First Class, but what you will get is to Liverpool in no time at all (just over 2 hrs from London). In terms of accessibility Virgin Trains are pretty darn good, they say: “We like all our customers to enjoy their journey with us. That’s what inspired JourneyCare, our service for those with a mobility impairment or other disability…Let us know of anything you need, at least 24 hours before you intend to travel. That way, we can make sure you’re happy.” Through JourneyCare, Virgin Trains can arrange all sorts of assistance as well as providing help getting on and off trains, reserving seats and wheelchair spaces. They also provide: accessible toilets with grab handles and alarms, wider doorways and highly visible exterior doors and wheelchair space in First Class and Standard Class.

Sign that reads 'With love from Liverpool'

The Beatles Story

Where we visited:

We knew it was predictable but we booked it anyway. Our visit to the Beatles Story transported us right back to the 60’s with replicas of the well known Casbah, Mathew Street and The Cavern. The story of the four band members is tracked from childhood all the way to their worldwide stardom. For those who want it, there is also audio and wheelchair access. They say: “Hear the story unfold through our ‘Living History’ audio guides which is available in ten different languages.”

Then off to the Tate we went for some culture and their latest exhibition – Chagall, Modern Master.  Marc Zaharovich Chagall was a Belarusian artist associated with several major artistic styles and one of the most successful artists of the 20th century. The exhibition explores Chagall’s development from his early work of folkloristic narratives to his later work which evolved into a combination of different styles. They say: “Chagall: Modern Master focus’ on the artist’s time in Paris before the First world War, his visit to Berlin and his exhibition there in 1914, and the years he spent in his native Russia around the time of the Revolution in 1917. Chagall’s experiences during this period reinforced his highly personal visual language.  The universal, timeless themes of these early works – including love, suffering and death – alongside self-portraits and depictions of the circus, music and peasants, recurred and formed the core of his art for the remainder of his long career.”

Comfortable shoes are a must when travelling (Clarkes)
Comfortable shoes are a must when travelling around the Beatle’s Story (Clarkes)

Where we stayed:

Hotel Indigo is located 15 minutes walk from Liverpool Lime St – so we jumped in a taxi (there is a taxi rank just outside the station) which cost us £4.00 approx. It was worth it, as our driver was chatty and friendly and gave us some handy tips on how to get about and where to visit. The hotel itself is super stylish, bright and clean with a fantastic restaurant – well it is Marco Pierre White after all…

Brightly coloured bedroom at Hotel Indigo

It’s not just the food that is on point here, the accessibility is pretty good too –  with first class customer service and wheelchair access in the main areas and beyond. We didn’t have time to visit the gym as we were too busy eating…anyway back to the food: They say “If you’re looking for a Boutique Hotel with that little something extra, you’ve found it. Introducing the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse, Bar & Grill Liverpool. The Marco Pierre White Restaurant Liverpool, offering guests an affordable yet glamorous and intriguing culinary experience. The menu comprises of everything you would imagine from a traditional steakhouse but with the superior individuality you would expect from a Michelin star chef. The stunning new decor of our onsite restaurant creates an intimate atmosphere where you can relax and unwind over a cocktail, a refreshing glass of wine and one of Marco’s signature dishes. Marco’s restaurants are all about the experience; the buzz, the unique atmosphere and the enjoyment of being out with friends and family in gorgeous, lively surroundings. Reserve a table for the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse today and see what the fuss is all about.”

Where we ate:

choc brownie from GustoWe ate with Gusto! No really…Gusto is an elegant Italian style restaurant with a modern twist (situated in Albert Dock). The interior is chic but not pretentious and the food is to die for. My prawn starter was followed by a rich and tasty risotto that was mouth wateringly good, the meal was then finished with a chocolate brownie that became the talking point for the rest of the trip. They say: “We pride ourselves on the basic philosophy of provenance. To us this means sourcing responsibly, seeking out suppliers who use traditional, sustainable and natural methods of husbandry to provide the best and freshest produce available. The menu focuses on freshly prepared classic and contemporary Italian dishes featuring an excellent range of pizza, pasta, seafood and meats. Open from early till late, GUSTO is synonymous with excellent, friendly service and not since Harry mixed that first Bellini in Venice has the cocktail been more at home in an Italian restaurant. The cocktail list is endless, stylish and fun, feel free to explore at your own leisure in any of our restaurants as they all have their own intimate and bustling bars.”

Gusto, Albert Dock in Liverpool

All in all Liverpool has lots to offer. From sightseeing to cultural experiences to food, Liverpool would give any city a run for it’s money.

Useful links

Virgin Trains: http://www.virgintrains.co.uk/

The Beatles Story: http://www.beatlesstory.com/

Hotel Indigo: http://www.hotelindigoliverpool.co.uk/

Gusto: http://www.gustorestaurants.uk.com/

The Tate, Liverpool: http://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-liverpool

Total
3
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 3
Kiesha Meikle

Related Topics
  • kiesha meikle
  • style
  • StyleAble
Previous Article
Ashley Green with Hollywood glam hair
  • Partnerships
  • Styles

Hollywood hair trends…

  • 12/07/2013
  • Kiesha Meikle
View Post
Next Article
Women in corporate style suit by Brook Taverner
  • Careers
  • Partnerships
  • Styles

When Prada is not appropriate…

  • 28/08/2013
  • Kiesha Meikle
View Post
You May Also Like
Woman smoking
View Post
  • Health and Fitness
  • Life Hack
  • Partnerships

E-cigarettes: Are they good or bad?

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 02/08/2019
Plus sized models
View Post
  • Features
  • Lead Stories
  • Partnerships
  • Style
  • Styles

The lingerie industry is leading the way in bopo…

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 17/05/2019
Woman with world globe
View Post
  • Partnerships
  • Styles
  • Travel

Travel: It’s not too late for a gap year…

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 18/02/2019
Woman under neon sign laughing
View Post
  • Advice
  • Faves
  • Partnerships
  • Styles

Do you need to be more spontaneous?

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 22/01/2019
Zara faux fur coat
View Post
  • Partnerships
  • Style

A quick guide to the best outer wear (for you)

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 08/01/2019
Sunglasses on the sand
View Post
  • Features
  • Styles
  • Travel

A quick guide to package holidays…

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 27/12/2018
The Rosebery, Clerkenwell
View Post
  • Behind the Scenes
  • Faves
  • Partnerships
  • Travel

Overnight at The Rosebery, Clerkenwell

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 19/04/2016
lisbon tram
View Post
  • Travel

Lisbon and Obidos: One country – two worlds – four days…

  • Kiesha Meikle
  • 23/09/2015

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

The only person who loves cake more than me is my son. He is so quick I had to slow the video down! Thank you to the AWARD WINNING @firstchoicecaribhutlunches for our beautiful cake, it really is the start to our Christmas. Support small and local everyone and Merry Christmas! 10 4
I'm learning how to braid my hair myself and boy did I think it was easier than it is. 15 10
Look who's in Greenwich! @darksugars is an amazing #blackowned business selling the best chocolate from Ghanaian cocoa beans. Hot chocolate that will keep you coming back for more...seriously. 11 0
This year's birthday celebration was a little different but super fun! Thanks to @pinkypromise_london for organising our Zoom party. 19 8
Has our latest interview with @diaryshewrote got you interested in journaling? 20 10
I had been thinking about starting a journal, so my recent interview with @diaryshewrote was perfect timing. 13 3

Sign Up for Our Newsletters

ALL POSTS
  • Home
  • About us
  • Real Life Stories
  • Features
  • Huffington Post
  • Press

Input your search keywords and press Enter.