Business Expansion Increases Demand for Glasgow Serviced Apartments-00-3198
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- Author Emma Pilcher
- Published December 14, 2010
- Word count 436
Glasgow’s continued financial growth during the 21st century – at an average of 4.4% annually - is second only to that of London. The focus has shifted from ship-building and manufacturing to a more diverse range of business activity and with over 12,000 businesses now operating in the city, the demand for serviced apartments Glasgow has sky-rocketed over the past few years.
For those staying in a Glasgow serviced apartment while doing business in the city, there is a plethora of things to do during the evenings and weekends. To the west of the city is Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the most visited attraction in Scotland which houses, among other things, the Avant Armour and Sir Roger the Elephant, two of the museum’s most popular attractions. , The Kelvingrove is also the venue of several major events in conjunction with Kelvin Hall International Sports Centre, such as the International Gymnastics Grand Prix 2010.
Also to the west of the city is the George Gilbert Scott Glasgow University. One of the biggest gothic revival buildings in the UK and a Scottish landmark, it is one of the institutions that have helped to cement Glasgow’s reputation as a major centre of higher education.
Those who like to shop can take time away from their serviced apartment in Glasgow to visit Buchanan Street, the winner of the Academy of Urbanism’s Great Street Awards 2008. Close to George Square and Buchanan Galleries, this whole area of Glasgow will satisfy any keen shopper’s desire.
The bohemian visitor may enjoy a visit to Merchant City, which includes the trendy Trongate 103, home to Glasgow Print Studio, Russian Cafe - Gallery Cossachok, Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, Street Level Photoworks and Transmission Gallery.
For lovers of the great outdoors, Pollok Country Park is the perfect place to relax; its quiet and picturesque surroundings make it a deserving winner of the Europe’s Best Park 2008 award.
A new indoor sports arena is currently being built at Tollcross Park which will include a new velodrome, the only indoor one of its kind in Scotland. These excellent facilities will give anyone staying in serviced apartments Glasgow a novel way of keeping fit whilst away from home. This new focus on improving the sports facilities within the city walls was announced in 2007 after Glasgow successfully bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
The nightlife in Glasgow does not disappoint either: the city has been home to many famous bands such as Snow Patrol, Primal Scream and Biffy Clyro and has a huge range of live music venues, offering genres from rock to jazz, which will satisfy even the most discerning visitor.
Europe’s leading independent serviced apartment provider, SilverDoor Ltd, offers a wide selection properties, including serviced apartments Glasgow and other major UK cities. Call or visit the website today for a range of over 40,000 serviced apartments worldwide.
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