Welcome to<strong>London</strong>2012 reminded the world of the excitement that our capital citycan generate. And the spotlight continues to shine on <strong>London</strong> in <strong>2013</strong>In 2012 the Olympic and Paralympic Gamestransformed <strong>London</strong>’s landscape and the worldunited in celebration as we welcomed all to theGreatest Show on Earth. The Games acceleratedinfrastructure investment across the capital,which has resulted in a wider choice ofworld-class attractions and facilities forleisure visitors and event planners alike.<strong>London</strong> showed the world the warm welcomethat awaits; the city has never been easier tonavigate and explore, and is open for business.The billions of pounds invested in the city hasseen the construction of more than 10,000additional hotel rooms, a rejuvenatedUnderground transport network, whichcelebrates 150 years in <strong>2013</strong>, and the upcomingtransformation of Olympic Games venues tohuge arenas perfect for conferences and events.So much to excite and enjoyThere is always something new to see and do in<strong>London</strong>, whether your client is a first-time visitoror has been here a hundred times. There are 300museums and galleries (more than 100 of whichoffer free entry), 150 theatres, more than 10,000bars and clubs, and four World Heritage Sites(the Tower of <strong>London</strong>, Kew Gardens, MaritimeGreenwich and the Houses of Parliament).Iconic new landmarks and events spaces includethe ArcelorMittal Orbit Tower and The Shard.The latter is one of the tallest completedbuildings in Europe and will become home toa 202-deluxe-room Shangri-La Hotel in <strong>2013</strong>.A viewing platform will also open in February,providing visitors with a multi-sensory experienceand views across the capital.The 250-acre former Olympic Park will reopento the public in July <strong>2013</strong>, with a new weekendfestival of cycling, Ride<strong>London</strong>, taking place3-4 August. The former athletes’ village will betransformed into the East Village neighbourhood,providing residents with a space equivalent to thesize of St James’s Park, boasting green spaces,shops and community facilities.The Copper Box (or the ‘Box that Rocked’, as itwas affectionately dubbed during the Olympics)will reopen in <strong>2013</strong> to become the third-largestarena in <strong>London</strong>, with 7,500 seats. It will hostconcerts, exhibitions, conferences and sportingevents and is expected to attract 400,000visitors a year. And upcoming for event plannersin 2014, the Orbit Tower and now world-famousAquatics Centre will become available formeetings and events.Elsewhere, King’s Cross station has doubledits capacity, following the opening of a new£550 million western concourse, while in thevibrant Shoreditch area in east <strong>London</strong>, TechCity has grown into a business destination thatcan now compete with San Francisco’s SiliconValley for innovation and investment.World-class cultural life<strong>London</strong> is recognised as a world-leading centreof talent and creativity, with an ever-changingvariety of events, plus vibrant fashion andshopping, nightlife and cultural scenes. Some ofthe world’s brightest minds can be found in<strong>London</strong>, making it easier to book leadingspeakers, offer quality content and attract moredelegates. Centres of excellence associated withpioneers such as Isambard Kingdom Brunel,Michael Faraday, Alexander Fleming and SirIsaac Newton are regularly used today asreception and meeting venues, including theRoyal Society of Medicine and Savoy Place (theInstitution of Engineering and Technology).<strong>London</strong> is easily accessible (more than 50countries are within a three-hour flight), withoptions to suit any budget, from free attractionsto luxury shopping, and an unrivalled choice ofmeeting venues and expert event services,making it the ideal destination for leisure andbusiness visitors.Hosting the Greatest Show on Earth – the<strong>London</strong> 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games –has showcased the city’s extensive leisure andevent capabilities. In <strong>2013</strong>, <strong>London</strong> will build onits reputation as a world-class visitor, businessand event destination.Use this <strong>London</strong> Official Guide <strong>2013</strong> to helpyour clients enjoy the best of <strong>London</strong>’saccommodation, dining, attractions andshopping, and to plan successful and memorableevents in the capital.<strong>London</strong> & <strong>Partners</strong> is waiting to hear from you sowe can help turn your client’s visit into memoriesthat will last a lifetime.<strong>London</strong> Guide <strong>2013</strong> 5
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