StagWeb Stag Weekends Blog

If you’re in the position of having to organise a stag weekend for yourself or your best friend, then the first thing you need to consider is where to go. While there are numerous great destinations abroad there are also some great opportunities in the UK too. One of the best, in fact, is Manchester, which has just about everything for a great stag weekend.

There are plenty of hotels in and around Manchester to suit your needs, from budget accommodation to luxury boutique hotels. If you’re heading into Manchester then a visit to the ‘Theatre of Dreams’, Manchester United’s Old Trafford home, is a popular choice. You can get a real behind-the-scenes view of one of the most celebrated stadiums in the country and see things just the way some of the United greats have.

A stadium tour of Old Trafford will allow you to see the pitch at its finest from the magnificent North Stand or see exactly how things happen in the dressing rooms. The tours generally last for about 70 minutes and are available seven days a week (apart from match days, of course).

For the best of evening entertainment, there are a number of great venues to choose from. The Hard Rock Cafe in Exchange Square is always a popular favourite. Having been established for over ten years now, the cafe combines great music – from Elvis to the Beatles and from Oasis to the Arctic Monkeys – with great food and generous drinks.

Equally popular is the unique venue called Taps. Situated conveniently in the heart of the city, Taps is a pub like no other as you can actually serve yourself. Every table is fitted with its own computerized beer pump, making it a unique drinking experience for all. They also do great meals and snacks.

For something a little more upmarket, Epernay Champagne Bar is the place to go. Opened in 2009, the design is impressive and the range of champagne, wine and cocktails is not bad either. The amount of champagne varieties on offer is in the hundreds, from cheap and cheerful to the finest on the planet.

Or maybe you plan on going to Manchester for its famous music scene. If so, there’s plenty on offer. The Bridgewater Hall hosts more than 250 concerts a year, from jazz to pop and from classical to rock. For the bigger bands, the M.E.N is Manchester’s version of the O2 Arena and hosts performers such as U2, Madonna and the Rolling Stones.

No stag weekend is complete without a visit to a lap dancing club. Manchester’s lap dancing clubs offer a selection of private VIP lounges and offers great discounts for pre-booked parties.

If you’re looking for things to do during the day, then go karting is always a good option. Fortunately, Manchester has one of the best karting venues in the country which is open all year round.

Another popular daytime activity for stag weekends is paintballing. Manchester has one of the finest paintball sites in the North West. All the necessary equipment is provided and you can do a half or full day of paintballing that includes special stag paintball packages that can be tailored to suit your needs.

Taking a stroll around the city you will come across some of the buildings that characterise the city. The widespread use of red brick throughout the city betrays the city’s past as a major player in the cotton trade of the 1800s, with a large number of former cotton mills either untouched or renovated into trendy apartment buildings and office space. For those planning a walking tour of the city, highlights include the CIS Tower and the Beetham Tower, the two tallest buildings to be found in the city.

If the famously wet Manchester weather holds out, a trip to the award-winning Heaton Park has 610 acres of parkland to enjoy, or perhaps take some time in Albert Square admiring the monuments of Prince Albert and William Ewart Gladstone. Alternatively statues of Queen Victoria or James Watt are proudly displayed in Piccadilly Gardens.

If you’re heading to Manchester for a stag do, booking your accommodation should be done as early as possible to get the best deal and ensure you have everything in place for a great time in Manchester.

The 2012 London Olympics are getting ever closer and are only 88 days away. Questions have been raised as to whether the city of London can cope during the occasion. It’s thought that the airports will struggle to cope with the extremely high numbers and you can expect mass delays with the city’s public transport network. If you’re still looking to visit London during the games you are advised to book early to avoid disappointment.

If you and the boys are looking to visit the capital for an Olympic event, then you’ll have to be quick. Today, 1.4 million Olympic football tickets go back on sale and are expected to be all sold out.

But if you have a stag weekend to celebrate this summer then why not consider a stag do outside of the nation’s capital. This way you can be certain to avoid the stress, high costs and queues around the city. You and the boys can just concentrate on having a great time.

Why not take a look at StagWeb’s UK stag weekends where you can choose from a list of top destinations.

Alec Baldwin has been told to lay off the alcohol and keep his stag party tame by his wife-to-be Hilaria Thomas. Alec Balwin’s fiancée, a yoga instructor, 28, announced that she won’t be having a pre-wedding celebration and hoped that Baldwin wouldn’t too and if he was to have one, he was to keep it a healthy affair. Baldwin is likely to comply with Hilaria Thomas’ orders as he has recently been working hard to lose weight, losing 30lbs after he discovered he was pre-diabetic.

It’s believed that the wedding will also be a low-key affair after the bride-to-be announced recently that as she doesn’t like drama and that she wanted a wedding that was really simple.

If you’ve been summoned to be a good boy and have a quiet stag do, then take a look at StagWeb’s relaxing stag weekend activities. You don’t always have to take part in thrill seeking stag weekend activities and drink to the early hours to have a good time. Maybe a session of male pampering, a day at the races or maybe an afternoon of deep sea fishing will take your fancy.

For more information go to stagweb.co.uk or call one of our expert account managers on 0845 130 5225.

Chelsea have managed to reach the final of the 2012 Champions League after a dramatic game in the second leg of the semi final at the Nou Camp against Barcelona.

Chelsea were already in for a hard night having to play in the backyard of the current European Champions, but things took a turn for the worst within a crazy 9 minutes where Chelsea found themselves 2-0 down and down to 10 men. At that moment it looked like Chelsea had no way of coming back. But just before half time, a through ball by Lampard to Ramires left him with the chance to bring the tie back to life, and the Brazilian took advantage and chipped the stranded keeper.

After a bombardment of a further 55 minutes Chelsea just had to refrain Barcelona from scoring and due to away goals Chelsea would reach their second Champions League Final in 4 years. Barcelona continued to press and as the final whistle was getting nearer Barcelona would hit post and bar. But after a penalty box scramble, the ball was hoofed clear and found a completely free Fernando Torres who delightfully controlled the ball in one touch and then ran towards the Spanish keeper before rounding him and placing the ball into an empty net.

With a pause of breath and a feeling of ‘has this actually happened’ Chelsea had found themselves in the final of the 2012 Champions League Final.

If you watched the game with the lads last night, there’s no doubt all of you can say you were together when this unique game had occurred. If you and the boys fancy going to live games yourself then there’s no better occasion than a stag do. StagWeb can arrange football spectating tickets and packages for you at top football clubs across the UK and Europe. For more information go to StagWeb.co.uk or phone 0845 130 5225.

If you are looking to organise a stag do with a difference, why not involve it with one the world’s top marathons. If you’re not aware, this weekend (Sunday 22^nd April) is the Virgin London Marathon which is one of the biggest marathons in the world with a winning prize of £1 million. A marathon requires months of dedicated preparation, but there is no better feeling than when you cross the finish line. But why not share that joy and pride with your mates while you’re away on a stag do. There are many marathons run across the world like New York, Chicago and Honolulu which attract millions of people. But below is a list of marathons a lot closer to home and at destinations suitable for stag weekends.

Berlin – takes place in February

Probably the most suitable marathon course for you to tackle is Berlin as it is recognised for being flat and usually allows people to record personal best times. Marathons have taken place here since 1974 with crowds of over a million coming to support the event every year.

Lisbon – takes place in December

If you’re looking to see a bit of culture and architecture during a visit to Lisbon, then running a marathon is a great way take it in. The marathon course is regarded as being quite hilly, but it’s a lot more flatter than perceived. The course will take you through the city passing along the River Tagus.

London – takes places in April

This year’s marathon is its 32^nd event and is one of the top 5 world major marathon. The marathon attracts many applicants every year including famous celebs, but to avoid disappointment you will have to apply early. Once you’re on the course, you’ll pass famous landmarks like Big Ben. The London Eye before ending near Buckingham Palace.

To make things more interesting, why don’t you and the boys go fancy dress? It will certainly make things a lot more interesting.

Once you have completed the marathon, there is no better way to celebrate your achievement than with a celebratory stag night out with lads to toast your day.

The count down until the start of the 2012 London Olympics is drawing ever closer as we are only 100 days away. Within this time frame there’s still a lot that needs to be done. Testing events still need to take place on the new venues like the Gymnastics arena, Synchronised Swimming at the Aquatics centre, Hockey at the Riverbank Arena and Men’s Football at the City of Manchester Stadium plus much more. According to the BBC, a further 200,000 temporary seats and 10,000 portable toilets still need to be installed. The venue for beach volleyball is to be located at the Horse Guards Parade and this is yet to be transformed.

The Olympic Torch Relay also needs to take place and this starts in May and lasts for 70 days. Around 8,000 people will take part in carrying the torch through towns and cities across the UK. The route has been planned so it will come within ten miles of 95% of everyone who lives in the UK.

If you haven’t managed to get a ticket for any of the games events then do not stress, there is still plenty of football tickets and Paralympic tickets available, as well as the free events like the Marathon and the walk race. So start your planning now if you don’t want to miss out on Britain’s greatest spectacle for many years. This is perfect if you want your day or weekend away with the boys to coincide with the Nation’s great spectacle. If you’re already on a stag do, this would top off a great weekend away.

The weekend has disappeared as quickly as it came and you are now back to a busy day at the office perhaps suffering from the Monday blues. Well another welcomed break is not that far away, in only a few weeks time it’s the May bank holiday where you can yet again enjoy an extra day off work.

If you are looking for ways to make the most of this weekend along with any future weekends, then take a look at our great special offers. StagWeb offers a wide selection that covers day only packages through to full weekend packages.

Here’s this week’s top 3 packages!

London Laps – from £69pp

This day only package includes a day of karting with the boys, followed by an evening of lap dancing, and a VIP nightclub entry. You will be pleased to know that if 15 or more book, the stag goes free! See more about this London package.

Bristol – Bargain Brizzle – from £79pp (was £99)

This 1 night stay in Bristol will include accommodation at a 2 star hotel, a day of paintballing with the lads followed with an evening at the casino, lap dancing before ending the night with a VIP nightclub pass. See more about this Bristol package.

For a 2 night activity package;

Dublin – Sharp Shooter – from £159pp (was £179pp)

If you are looking to celebrate a weekend in style with the boys then head to Dublin. After a short hop over the Irish Sea, you’ll arrive to your central 2 star hotel. Your day’s activity will include a clay pigeon shooting, followed by a trip to the famous Guinness Brewery Tour. The fun doesn’t stop there as you and the boys will then have a night greyhound racing followed by a VIP club night.

If any of these packages take your fancy, then take a trip to our special offers page to find out more. If you are looking for a great deal for a an up and coming stag party or just a trip with the boys then enquire today and get the ball rolling, you’ll be glad you did with StagWeb!

Now that we have entered April, this means summer is not far away. But with Britain being unpredictable as ever with its weather, you may have to take decisive action and go abroad this summer and autumn. StagWeb have created diverse packages that are ideal for a lad’s weekend away, especially for a stag do.

Whether you are looking for a full weekend 2 night package or just activity only, StagWeb offer a great selection of packages but we have managed to narrow down this weeks top European stag weekend packages.

Krakow – Kraking Krakow from £149pp

• stay 2 nights in a central hotel with airport and activity transfers
• get your hands on an AK47 with our target shooting range
• entrance to one of Krakow’s top lap dancing venues
• pub crawl by one of our Krakow guides
• VIP nightclubbing to the cities best clubs

Barcelona – Booze, Nous and Grooves from £215pp

• stay 2 nights in your very own city centre apartment including full English breakfast
• you will be welcomed with your own private airport transfers
• guided pub crawl and nightclub entry
• tickets to watch the mighty Barcelona at the Nou Camp
• another top nightclub to end and celebrate weekend!

If you have already managed to sort you and the boys out with accommodation, then we have special packages to fit in with your itinerary. Below is details of 2 packages you may want to consider.

Budapest – Hungary for more from £54pp

• starts with a stag dinner – which includes 3 courses, 3 beers and a stripper
• this is followed with a guided bar crawl, then on to a lap dancing club
• if you book this package we will throw in a free nightclub entry!

Prague – Crawling for cover from £82pp

• this one day package includes target shooting
• followed by an evening bar crawl
• activity transfers are also included

For more information of these packages and a host of others, visit our top 10 European stag do packages section.

StagWeb are pleased to announce the arrival of a new thrill seeking activity – Bungee Jumping! If you are looking for an extreme and exhilarating stag do activity then look no further than bungee jumping.

Set within the gorgeous Scottish countryside on a bridge offering a 40 metre, this unforgettable stag do activity will allow you and the boys to experience the closest thing to human flight. This will certainly give you a wake up call after your night out!

If you want to make things more interesting, why not dress the stag up in fancy dress before he takes the plunge? Just make sure you film it!

Duration time for 4-8 jumpers will take 1.5 hours and 2 hours if 4 more of your mates have the minerals and wish to experience this butt clenching jump.

For more information about bungee jumping on your next stag do see our bungee jumping stag do page.

Liverpool is one of Britain’s most distinctive cities, a place marked by its unique accent, lively nightlife, humour and vibrant cultural and sporting scenes. A historic port which looks across the Irish Sea and Atlantic for much of its inspiration, Liverpool is a city full of character, as well as plenty of characters.

The home to two of the world’s most famous football clubs, as well as perhaps the most famous rock band of all time, the city is a great venue for any stag night. Whether you are interested in a night on the ale in an Irish bar or something a little more refined, it can be found on the banks of the River Mersey.

Liverpool FC are one of the most famous clubs in world football and their Anfield stadium, with its famous Shankly Gates, remains one of football’s most iconic stadia. A tour of the famous ground is available at various times of year – see more about stadium tours here.

Visitors should not forget about Everton FC, though. The Toffees, as they are nicknamed, play at the famous Goodison Park ground, just across Stanley Park from the home of their red-clad rivals. Although less successful than Liverpool, the blue side of this footballing city still has a heritage and devotion that is the envy of other clubs across the world. Some fixtures will be trickier than others to get tickets for, though and it is worthwhile planning ahead and not taking attendance for granted.

Of course, no visit to Liverpool would really be complete without taking in something related to the Beatles. Heading to Albert Dock to the Beatles Story is perhaps the easiest and quickest way to get a fix of the Fab Four before heading on to other things.

With some great memorabilia on show, as well as interesting and interactive displays which trace the stories of all four members of Liverpool’s most famous group, a visit should really get the juices flowing to see what the rest of the city can offer.

The bars and pubs are also great places to enjoy a few pints. Liverpool has a long-running connection with Ireland which is clearly visible in the nightlife of the city. There are plenty of music bars where good traditional and not-so traditional Irish music can be heard, such as O’Neill’s on Hanover Street or Flanagan’s Apple on Mathew Street, where.

For someone who is looking for something perhaps a little less folksy, the city’s nightclubs offer some treats. Liverpool is, the home of Cream, one of the UK’s most famous dance venues. Located in Wolstenholme Square, the club is easily accessible from city centre Liverpool hotels.

For a traditional stag do activity, Liverpool also has some good lap dancing clubs. Providing glamorous girls and luxurious hospitality and it is worthwhile enquiring to see what packages are available for groups.

Paintballing has become increasingly popular as a stag activity in recent years with some of the best sites available in Liverpool. Both outdoor and indoor games on offer, as well as urban environments to battle in.

With Aintree racecourse also just a short distance away, a day at the races is another good option for any stag do. A number of different events run throughout the year at the racecourse, enquire to find out prices.

One thing that a stag do should always be is a laugh and there are some great comedy clubs in the city to see some top acts. Scousers have a reputation for having a lively sense of humour and it is often entertaining simply to listen to conversations in pubs.

However, those who are looking for a more professional brand of comedy should look our various comedy clubs, with some hospitality packages including food and drink also available, just enquire for more information.

Liverpool is one of Britain’s great cities for a weekend break away. As a venue for a man to bid farewell to single life with his buddies, there are few better places to go than this town of celebrations and warm hospitality.