The northern English city of Manchester has long been recognised for its rich music heritage, and recently it was crowned the UK’s ‘best live music city’. It hosts more live music shows per head than any other UK destination, even beating London. To help you … Continue reading 
Here at Virgin Atlantic all eyes are on Manchester as we continue our biggest ever route expansion with new direct flights to San Francisco and Boston. Along with a further daily route to New York JFK starting in May, the USA is now more accessible … Continue reading 
As we all know by now, 2017 marks our biggest ever expansion out of Manchester as we launch three new routes from the city. The new routes will see Mancunians able to enjoy our world-renowned service to Boston and New York, and in a first … Continue reading 
In our biggest ever route expansion, 2017 is set to be a great year for Virgin Atlantic in Manchester. Thanks to two brand new direct routes to San Francisco and Boston launching at the end of March, and a new daily route to JFK starting … Continue reading 
In what will be our biggest ever route expansion, 2017 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Virgin Atlantic in Manchester. The USA will now be more accessible to UK travellers than ever before, thanks to two brand new direct routes to San … Continue reading 
Manchester may have a reputation as a party powerhouse, but you can still take some downtime and relax. Discover the best places to get pampered in the city and where to escape for a chilled-out break in the English countryside. Book yourself some quiet time … Continue reading 
We like Manchester a lot and this month celebrate 20 years of flying from this northern gateway. With booming creative and technology industries plus great shopping, nightlife and restaurants, Manchester has become a headline act. Our job is to connect it with like-minded cities. Which … Continue reading 
Some of the biggest names in British pop and rock music hail from Manchester, a city that’s often dubbed the Capital of the North. Spanning several genres and igniting a whole musical movement, it’s fair to say that popular music wouldn’t be the same today … Continue reading 
From interactive tours of Victorian engines to football memorabilia and Egyptian mummies, the museums of Manchester have a lot to offer culture vultures. Take a look at our guide to the best museums in the city and start planning your next escape. Centre for Chinese … Continue reading 
Dubbed the capital of the North, there’s a rich array of things to do in Manchester, even when travelling with hard-to-please teens. From world-class galleries and museums to trendy cafes and independent shops, this upbeat northern outpost can more than hold its own. To get … Continue reading