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You can stay in the hotel from the Benidorm TV show this summer for £60 each
FANS of ITV’s Benidorm can stay in the exact hotel this summer with lagoon-style pool and swim-up bar.
The Solana resort from the show is actually the Sol Pelicanos Ocas in Benidorm.
Unlike most TV shows that are filmed away from their on-screen location, the Sol Pelicanos Ocas is actually in Benidorm.
The ITV series filmed between the months of March and June for over a decade before the show ended in 2018, and now you can book your summer holiday there.
The Sol Pelicanos Ocas has 783 rooms spread across two apartment buildings.
There are two pools, one of which is the lagoon-style swimming pool with a swim-up bar which featured heavily on Benidorm.
Alongside it are three hot tubs, a swim-up bar and plenty of loungers.
The complex has two buffet restaurants where you can grab breakfast, lunch and dinner, and for drinks, there are five bars so you won’t struggle to get a cocktail.
For the kids there’s a playground, watersports in the pool, archery, and table tennis. There’s also an entertainment programme for children and a kids’ club with a ball pit.
Sadly Neptune’s karaoke bar isn’t actually in the hotel – instead it’s over the road and is called Morgan’s Tavern.
Unlike the series that sees Madge Garvey cause chaos on her mobility scooter, the hotel does not allow them anywhere within the hotel.
The hotel is handily a two minute walk to Levante Beach where you can swim, bodyboard, and jet ski in the water.
We found results for £299pp based on a seven night stay from Bristol to Alicante with breakfast included.
But if you just want to book the stay yourself, Loveholidays has rooms from £64 a night – working out £32 each, although the cheapest summer deal we can find is £120 a night in May or October.
For another £55, you can upgrade to half board. All inclusive at the hotel is an extra £165 which could include all meals, drinks and snacks.
Old Benidorm, which is a whitewashed town, is less than half an hour away by foot. But there are plenty of buses and taxis that will take you there to explore tapas bars, shops and see the San Jaime church.
Lots of guests have booked the hotel purely for the “Benidorm (series) experience”.
Another was really impressed, they wrote: “Originally Booked as a ‘Tick for the list of things we said we would do’…. This turned out to be a surprise Gem of a stay!”
A third said: “As fans of the TV series there was only one part of the pool we wanted to relax by.”
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Sink into luxury at one of top city’s best hotels – just hour from Dublin Airport
IT’D be silly to come to London for a bath.
Even if it was a gloriously deep tub with gleaming hardware surrounded by Cipollino marble.
So, instead, come to London for a bespoke wooden four-poster bed with dreamy white bedding that feels like sleeping on a cloud.
Or, come to London for the pomp and ceremony of afternoon tea in sumptuous surroundings in the heart of the UK capital.
In short, for all this and more, come to The Adria Hotel situated in the heart of charming South Kensington, steps away from world-class museums, iconic landmarks, and quaint streets waiting to be discovered.
GETTING THERE
First things first, my husband James and I started as we meant to go on: in luxury.
We ditched waiting at the gate at Dublin Airport’s T2 for an altogether more decadent experience in the Aer Lingus lounge.
For €30 per person, you can wait for your flight in comfort, sipping coffee – or something stronger – and enjoy pastries, soup, or sandwiches.
The gates are a walk away and the tranquil space ensures you’ll start your trip off on the right foot.
FINEST HOTEL ON THE BLOCK
We took a British Airways flight out of Dublin to Heathrow Airport.
The flight time was less than an hour and a half, and after only minimal head-scratching, we took the Piccadilly Line into the city.
Our destination was a grand old dame of a hotel located in the heart of South Kensington – less than five minutes from the tube stop.
The Adria Hotel is an exclusive 5-star establishment with 22 luxury rooms and suites, breakfast and dining services, meeting rooms and private lounges.
All meticulously restored to capture the elegance of the building’s 19th-century heritage.
This sublime townhouse – which would be a perfect getaway for Valentine’s Day – was our home away from home for a whistle-stop visit to London.
It was my first visit in many years, and now it will certainly not be my last.
SERVICE WITH CHARM
The Adria sets itself apart from other hotels with its personalised service and attention to detail.
The staff are exceptionally friendly and attentive. No request is too big or too small for them.
A heartfelt thanks goes to Sebastian, who made such a positive impression. He went out of his way to ensure everything was just right and couldn’t have been more helpful.
And a thank you to Catherine too who was a pleasure at breakfast and afternoon tea. It’s clear all the staff here take great pride in their work, and it really makes all the difference to the overall experience.
Not only are the staff exceptional, but so are the surroundings. The décor is elegant yet homely, and the scent wafting through the hallways is bespoke from Italy.
A ROOM WITH A VIEW
We were on the third floor and the spacious open plan room had everything we could need.
Two large windows and a sofa for lounging as well as a desk that doubled as a makeup table.
TV, of course, coffee machine, safe and mini fridge. Anything you don’t have – the staff will provide.
The en-suite bathroom was gloriously appointed, with heated floors, a bath to die for, and a roomy, separate shower.
High end toiletries and fluffy towels added to the opulence. And did I mention, a TV in here too?!
The pièce de résistance was the bed – so comfortable, it was a dream to sleep in.
Visitors also have access to stunning lounges where you can read a book, catch up on some work or simply relax with a coffee.
If lounging around in the lap of luxury isn’t your thing, there’s plenty to do nearby. The hotel is just a short walk from the Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, Harrods department store and the Royal Albert Hall.
For those who enjoy green spaces, Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are also just a stroll away, providing a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle
TIME FOR TEA
The hotel doesn’t have a restaurant but you can order in and eat in your room or have your meal set up in one of the common areas.
However they do offer an afternoon tea service that is a quintessentially British afternoon experience.
James and I were lucky enough to indulge in an elegant selection of finely crafted sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and an array of delicate pastries.
A glass of champagne completed the reverie which was a perfect afternoon diversion.
IN DEMAND
Next port of call for an evening feast was Dishoom Kensington. The queue snaking down the street proved this eatery was in demand, and once we walked in we could see why.
Dishoom is art deco extravagance bouncing with quick tempo’d jazz and groups of lively patrons chatted in the low lighting as chandeliers glimmered overhead.
The food is a step up from your usual fare. Last year, Dishoom chefs embarked on a special journey to Bombay and across a week they tasted over 100 dishes a day and the unforgettable trip became the inspiration for the restaurants biggest menu update since 2010.
Alongside the much-loved hits guests will be able to opt for new dishes from small plates, rolls and salads, to grills and curries.
One of the regional additions is a seafood staple, Goan Monkfish Curry, influenced by Bombay’s vibrant Goan community.
This new curry consists of tender chunks of monkfish in a hot and sour sauce; a contrast to the creamier Dishoom signatures of Chicken Ruby and Black Daal.
We choose to indulge in the Nalli Nihari Biryani, a triumph. Enjoyed the fragrant and hearty Pau Bhaji recently updated for the new menu. It consisted of buttery-spicy, mashed vegetables and home-made buns on a chowpatty tray and James favourite was the warm aubergine chutney.
We also ended our feast with melting-in-the-middle chocolate pudding served with a scoop of Kashmiri chilli ice cream. You will not want to share.
If you think this feature article is waxing lyrical, you’d be right. So it’s only fair to end with something I wasn’t entirely happy with.
And that’s that I didn’t have more time to spend in London.
GET THE LONDON LOOK
ENJOY the lap of luxury in The Adria Hotel.
GET THERE: Dublin to London Heathrow, Piccadilly Line to South Kensington, five minute walk to hotel.
STAY THERE: The Adria currently has a 25% off Valentine’s Day Offer stay including breakfast for two, a bottle of Lanson Le Black Reserve Champagne, including a 1pm late check-out, for a minimum of a two-night stay.
The offer is valid between 9th – 17th February.
The Adria’s starting rate is currently €480 per night.
DO THERE: Be a culture vulture and stroll to the Natural History Museum, Royal Albert Hall or Hyde Park in around 10 minutes.
EAT THERE: Dishoom Kensington.
Ireland shoot down injury concerns over Leinster out-half Sam Prendergast ahead of Six Nations showdown vs England
IRELAND have dismissed any injury concern over Leinster out-half Sam Prendergast ahead of their clash against England.
The number ten carried heavy strapping on his left leg on Monday afternoon at their training camp in Portugal.
Ireland are based at ‘The Campus’ in Quinta Do Lago, which is a state-of-the-art performance centre used by some of the world’s top teams and athletes.
It has also high performance gym, tennis and padel courts, swimming pool, cycling, group classes and personal training, recovery suites and sports rehabilitation.
Simon Easterby leads the men in green ahead for their Six Nations opener against England on Saturday evening with Andy Farrell forced to take a sabbatical ahead of the 2025 Lions Tour of Australia.
And speaking ahead of Saturday’s clash against Steve Borthwick’s side in the Algarve, Ireland back’s coach Andrew Goodman dismissed any fears that Prendergast wouldn’t be fit for the huge clash before revealing the injury.
He said: “Yeah, he trained fully today, just a little dead leg I believe. I’m sure he’ll be alright.
“It’s been a great couple of months for Sam, just the game experience he’s managed to gather up both with Ireland – first with Emerging Ireland, then Ireland.
“Then some big Champions Cup games away to La Rochelle, home to Bath, so it’s been a great period for him to get real game experience.
“I know he valued the time at Leinster when he was training alongside the senior squad as an academy member but to get out there and feel it for himself, there’s been huge growth in his game.”
The 21-year-old is likely to start for Ireland, but Munster’s Jack Crowley would be able to step in if there’s any issues with the injury on Saturday.
Elsewhere, England have received a major boost ahead of their opening Six Nations clash against Ireland in Dublin.
Scrum-half Alex Mitchell is set to return for the Aviva Stadium opener in Dublin on Saturday.
The 27-year-old participated fully in training on Monday after recovering from a knee injury.
Steve Borthwick’s side are in Girona, Spain,ahead of their opening game in the Irish capital.
Mitchell missed the Autumn Nations Series due to a neck injury but now looks ready to face the defending champions.
The Northampton star’s availability will come as a major boost to under pressure Borthwick.
WWE 2K25 release date, cover star and new features revealed – The Bloodline showcase is coming to the game
WWE 2K25 has just revealed all the new features coming to the next instalment in the wrestling series, including cover star, roster, new modes and more.
Fans can also mark their calendars now, as 2K Games also confirmed the WWE 2K25 release date for March 14, 2025.
Roman Reigns,“The Original Tribal Chief”, is the cover star for the game’s three editions, Standard, Deadman and The Bloodline.
For The Bloodline Edition, members of both Roman Reigns’ and Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline factions are interwoven into a family tree with Reigns at the top.
The special cover features Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Paul Heyman, Sami Zayn, Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa.
WWE 2K25 roster
WWE 2K25 will boast the biggest-ever roster of wrestlers, with more than 300 Superstars, Legends and WWE Hall of Famers.
John Cena, The Rock, Rhea Ripley, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, CM Punk, Jade Cargill, Trish Stratus, and many more will be playable.
WWE 2K25 editions
WWE 2K25 is coming in three editions: Standard, Deadman Edition, and The Bloodline Edition.
Alongside the additional perks and content included with the Deadman and Bloodline editions, fans who purchase these will be able to start playing up to one week earlier, on March 7, 2025.
Intergender matches are back
WWE 2K25 is finally bringing back intergender wrestling, more than 16 years after WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 featured the option.
Wrestlers from both the women’s and men’s divisions of WWE will be able to compete against each other in 2K25 across all modes.
Underground matches and Bloodline Rules
Underground is a new mode we’ve only seen on NXT, with no ring ropes and more MMA-style moves.
Bloodline Rules matches will focus on run-ins, so players will be able to summon up to three allies using the Payback ability.
The Island mode
A brand-new mode called The Island brings an entire world with various WWE-themed areas that players can explore.
Similar to The City in NBA 2K25, The Island offers quests and challenges to complete, live events to enter and rewards to earn.
There will be a multiplayer mode too, allowing you to find other and challenge them to a match.
The Island is coming only to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and won’t be available on PC and older consoles.
The Bloodline’s Dynasty showcase
Hosted by “The Wiseman” Paul Heyman, WWE 2K25’s story mode will let players relive historic matches of one of the most iconic wrestling dynasties.
The showcase mode will feature Roman Reigns, The Rock, Yokozuna, and the most recent members of the stable, Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa.
In addition to historic showdowns, The Bloodline showcase will offer dream matches between its members and WWE Superstars and Legends for a “what if” fantasy experience.
WWE 2K25 is coming for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
For more on the series, check out our WWE 2K24 review.
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Sinn Fein TD seeking ‘urgent’ High Court hearing against ‘unconstitutional’ attendance of junior ministers at Cabinet
A SINN Fein TD has launched High Court proceedings alleging the attendance of “super-junior” ministers at Cabinet is unconstitutional.
Deputy Patrick Daly moved an initial application on Tuesday seeking a “very urgent” hearing of an application for permission to pursue his claims in court.
Ms Justice Mary Rose Gearty allowed him to file his legal papers with the High Court and said she will hear the “leave” application on Wednesday.
Feichin McDonagh, senior counsel for Mr Daly, told the court the case relates to the Government’s recent appointment of three “ministers of state” with rights at Cabinet.
He said the three non-government super juniors cannot vote at Cabinet but have all other rights.
The recently-appointed juniors, aside from the chief whip, are Fine Gael’s Hildegarde Naughton, and Regional Independents Sean Canney and Noel Grealish.
Mr Daly wants the court to declare that their attendance at Cabinet is unconstitutional, said Mr McDonagh, appearing with barristers Brendan Hennessy and John Biggins.
He said there is legislation that permits the taoiseach to appoint ministers of state, but his client argues the Constitution precludes this.
Mr Daly wants declarations related to the constitutionality of the super junior appointments and is not looking for strike-down orders “at the moment”.
He said the case raises “very serious issues”.
The Co Kerry representative’s action is against the Taoiseach, Government, Attorney General and Ireland, who have not yet had an opportunity to respond to the claims in court.
Article 28 of the Constitution stipulates that the government “shall consist of not less than seven and not more than 15 members who shall be appointed by the president”.
Article 28.4.3° of the Constitution requires the maintenance of strict confidentiality regarding discussions at meetings of the Government except where the High Court determines that disclosure should be made.
Government ministers are appointed by the president of Ireland on the advice of the taoiseach and with the prior approval of the Dail.
Ministers of state attending Cabinet are appointed directly by the government on the nomination of the taoiseach.
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