24 May 2006
First invented in 1910, by the daughter of a civil war veteran, Father�s Day is traditionally an American holiday but here in Great Britain we can still celebrate in style! According to the BBC website, the necktie is traditionally the most popular gift to gave your dad, however why not be a little more creative this year and treat him to a fun filled weekend this Father�s Day (18th June) with an action-packed adventure seeking break from Best Western Hotels GB. With over 300 hotels across Great Britain, each Best Western Hotel is independently owned and managed, making it as unique as you are!
To book your father�s day break or for more information call 0845 33 00 120 or visit www.bestwestern.co.uk
ENJOY A CHAMPAGNE CROSSING TO FRANCE at the three star Best Western Churchill Hotel and Health Club in Dover. Treat your father to a weekend break to remember with a champagne crossing to France, including a gourmet lunch in a Calais restaurant renowned for its seafood specialties and then dinner at the Best Western Churchill Hotel and Health Club. The hotel, a listed building, is set in a beautiful regency crescent overlooking Dover harbour, and prides itself on professional service and quality cuisine. Perfect for a break by the coast, this three-star hotel has a brassiere style restaurant, bar and a health club with hairdressers and beauticians. Prices start from �185 per person (based on two sharing) for two-night�s dinner, bed and breakfast including a champagne crossing to France with lunch in a Calais restaurant.
ENJOY A CLASSIC SPORTS CAR FOR THE DAY at the three star Best Western Rombald�s Hotel and Restaurant in Ilkley. Set the standard this Father�s Day and treat him to the keys to a classic car for the day. Choose from cars including a Lotus Elise, Jaguar E-type, Austin Healey, TVR, Porsche, Caterham or Morgan. Set on the edge of Ilkley Moor, the Best Western Rombald�s Hotel is only a short distance from the town centre and just 30 minutes from Leeds and Bradford. Its award-winning restaurant offers the perfect way to end your day and celebrate this Father�s Day! Prices start from �175 per person (based on two sharing) for two-night�s dinner, bed and breakfast including rental of a classic sports car for the day.
RIDE THE RAPIDS WITH DAD at the three star Best Western Edinburgh Capital Hotel in Edinburgh Get wet and ride the rapids on a white water rafting adventure day whilst staying at the Best Western Edinburgh Capital Hotel. Ideally situated for exploring Edinburgh and set in a tranquil suburban location within easy reach of the city's attractions, the hotel offers a welcoming and hospitable service to all guests. Make this Father�s Day an unforgettable experience with a thrilling rollercoaster ride activity under the guidance of qualified instructors. Prices start from �195 per person (based on two sharing) for two-night�s dinner, bed and breakfast including four hours white water rafting.
GET ROUGH AND READY WITH 4X4 OFF ROAD ADVENTURE at the Best Western Cross Lanes Hotel in Wrexham Relax and enjoy the tranquillity whilst you can at this three star hotel before the drive of your life! This friendly country house hotel is set in beautiful grounds and ideally located close to Chester and Wrexham. Enjoy the hotel�s Kagans Brasserie with quality, rosette-awarded food and wine after your day out off-roading a 4x4 vehicle. Prices start from �277 per person (based on two sharing) for two-night�s dinner, bed and breakfast including four hours 4x4 off roading.
Notes to Editors: Best Western GB is part of the world�s largest global brand of over 4,000 hotels in 80 countries.
Best Western provides national and international marketing, sales and reservations for its member hotels, along with purchasing, training and IT support.
Best Western has over 300 hotels across GB, offering unrivalled choice for conference and meetings, corporate accommodation and leisure facilities. Best Western has more hotel restaurants with AA rosettes and more swimming pools than any other hotel group in the UK.
For further information please contact; Sarah Maginnis Tel: 00 44 (0)1904 695 558 Email: sarah.maginnis@bestwestern.co.uk