Liverpool Capital of Culture 2008

Being named European Capital of Culture 2008 was arguably the
greatest day in Liverpool's recent history.

But what is beyond argument is that 4 June 2003 changed Liverpool. At
a stroke, national and international perceptions changed and the
image of the city improved.

Already, 2008 is the rocket fuel that is propelling Liverpool's economy,
and solid foundations have now been laid for its ongoing
transformation into a world-class city.

Liverpool is already well known around the world for maritime
heritage, architecture, music, literature, the arts and sport.
The Capital of Culture title will place the city firmly on the global map.
Nearly two million extra visitors are expected to attend the many world-
class festivals and events that will take place in the run-up to and
including 2008.

Like many cities across Great Britain, Liverpool has seen a sharp
increase in the numbers of Serviced Apartments available to its visitors.

Paul Thompson, owner of Element11 – Serviced apartments a thriving
serviced apartment provider in the city, believes there are a number of
reasons why there has been a steady increase in the number of
serviced apartments in Liverpool.

“The main reason is our customers want a cheaper alternative to a
hotel room, that not only gives you freedom and flexibility but a more
spacious accommodation than the four walls of a hotel room”
There is now a glut of empty apartments across cites in the U.K that
would make ideal serviced apartment accommodation. Small to
medium sized by to let investors have slowly come around to the fact
that rental returns are not what they first thought and are now turned
on to serviced apartments.

Now, alongside its proud past, Liverpool has a bright future as a
modern, cosmopolitan and premier European city with a world-
beating reputation.

For more information about Liverpool visit www.visitliverpool.com