Northern Ireland couple planning space wedding
Feb 27th 09 - Stag Destination News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: Northern Ireland, UK
An anonymous couple are facing up to a potential bill of more than £140,000 to fund their dream wedding in space.
The credit crunch might be taking its toll on the marriage plans of couples across the UK, but the unknown duo from Craigavon, Northern Ireland seem unwilling to let that stand in their way.
According to [...]
UK tourists ‘turn their backs on European breaks’
Feb 27th 09 - Stag Destination News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: Europe, UK
An increasing number of UK tourists are looking to holiday closer to home this year as credit crunch-hit Brits turn their back on European flights, an expert has claimed.
With the economic crisis in full swing, many stag parties might be tempted to opt for a cheaper stay in UK cities such as Edinburgh or Bristol [...]
UK ‘offers quality holiday experience’
Feb 26th 09 - Stag Destination News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: UK
The UK is "very well placed" to provide high-quality holidays for those on a budget, an expert has claimed.
According to Mary Rance, chief executive of UKinbound, the country has the ability to offer "a very good quality experience".
The effects of the credit crunch, combined with the falling value of the pound, mean that traditional European [...]
More Brits opting for stag dos abroad, study reveals
Feb 26th 09 - News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Stag dos abroad have featured among a list of modern day trends that are beginning to replace more traditional British pastimes.
According to a study of more than 2,000 UK residents, one in five Brits now opt to jet off overseas to celebrate their final night of freedom rather than hold the bash on the eve [...]
Stag parties head for the bingo halls
Feb 26th 09 - Stag Activities News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: Bingo
It may not be the most traditional idea for a stag night, but an increasing number of young grooms are spending their final hours of freedom in the bingo halls, according to one observer.
John Mitchell, who has worked at Aberdeen’s Gala Bingo Club for almost 20 years, claimed that the age range of visitors to [...]
Budapest could attract stag party revellers
Feb 25th 09 - Stag Destination News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: Budapest, Europe, Hungary
Stag parties looking to head off into Europe in search of a lively city night scene could opt for a weekend in Budapest.
According to Budapestwinter.com, the city boasts a variety of things to see and do that will keep all types of tourist entertained.
More importantly, it is home to a number of top night spots, [...]
Croatia ‘is increasingly attractive’ to tourists
Feb 25th 09 - Stag Destination News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: Croatia, Europe
Those planning a stag weekend in Europe this year may be tempted to shun some of the more popular destinations in favour of a trip to Croatia.
According to Meri Matesic, director of the Croatian Tourism Board in the UK, the country has become more accessible to holidaymakers in recent years due to its increased air [...]
Couple thank neighbours for stag do plans
Feb 25th 09 - News by Stag Company - 0 comments
A newlywed couple have moved to thank neighbours for their role in planning their special day.
Lyn Kolodzinski and Mark Peric tied the knot on Valentine’s Day, but insisted that they could not have done it without the help of their kind-hearted friends, the Fenland Citizen reports.
Neither one of the pair have relatives in the Wisbech [...]
Bristol attractions highlighted in new guides
Feb 24th 09 - Stag Destination News by Stag Company - 0 comments
Tags: Bristol, UK
People planning a stag party in Bristol could be offered a helping hand courtesy of a new tourist guide to the area.
The Bristol Guide 2009 lists a variety of hotel packages and suggested itineraries designed to build on the city’s reputation as a leading short-break destination.
It pinpoints some of Bristol’s best attractions, including pubs, bars [...]
Jack Tweed makes the most of stag do celebrations
Feb 24th 09 - News by Stag Company - 0 comments
One high-profile groom almost landed himself in hot water after being unable to tear himself away from his stag do celebrations.
Jack Tweed, who married former celebrity Big Brother contestant Jade Goody this week, had to bring an abrupt end to his stag night shenanigans to avoid breaking his police curfew.
The 21-year-old is currently on early [...]
