June 17th, 2010 by Carlotta
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One of my favorite museums in London is the Natural History Museum. If you want to get there from Equity Point London Hostel, there’s a 20 minute pleasant walk across Hyde Park.
The Natural History museum in London has over 70 million items distributed in collections about Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Paleontology and Zoology. But obviously the museum is famous for the incredible amount of dinosaur skeletons. As soon as you get into the building, which is an incredible 1881 creation of Alfred Waterhouse, you get trapped by the magnificent Diplodocus that presides the hall. Then you can enjoy all the different dinosaur skeletons and reproductions of the Museum. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 11th, 2010 by Carlotta
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Last Saturday the 5th of June the Equity Point Hostel in London became officially a reality. The hostel has been opened since last March, but the official opening was on the 5th of June. The rendezvous was at 5 o’clock and we welcomed our guests with a glass of Catalan cava. It was a great pleasure to see that some of our colleagues from other hostels, suppliers, and friends were there to share with us this great moment. Before starting with the speeches, our guests had the opportunity to visit the rooms and the common areas of the building. They all said they were impressed
The Deputy Ambassador of Spain in the UK, the landlord of the building, Mr Gareh and our CEO, Oriol Badia took care of the speeches and to officially welcome everybody. Once the serious part was over, Equity Point offered a casual dinner with a mixture of English and Catalan food like pà amb tomata, Queso Manchego, and jamón ibérico. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 31st, 2010 by Carlotta
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When people arrive to Equity Point Marrakech get impressed by the luxury of the place. It’s easy to notice that before being a Hostel it was a sumptuous Riad (Riad Amazigh) and it’s because we’ve maintained all the furniture and extras that make Riads so special.
In addition to all the magnificence of the Hostel, our guests emphasize the difference that makes having such a great swimming pool available. Besides, the swimming pool is in an astonishing location with an arcade courtyard and a characteristic Moroccan fountain. In a typical year the swimming pool will be open from April to October, but it mostly depends on the weather. You’ll be able to enjoy it daily from 10am to 6pm. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 19th, 2010 by Carlotta
Covent Garden by Chill
Covent Garden is one of the most famous districts in London with its famous market, cafes and theaters. Walking around Covent Garden is always a pleasure, especially at weekends and summer time when the number of street performers grows and the pedestrian square gets crowded.
Covent Garden is an extremely popular district in London due to its bars, shops and restaurants, but also for being the home of the most important theaters and Operas in the city, including the Royal Opera House. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 13th, 2010 by Carlotta
We have the pleasure of announcing that, since last March, the Equity Point Hostel in London is a reality. In light of this, we are happy to invite you to its inauguration party, which will take place at the Equity Point Hostel in London – 100-102 Westbourne Terrace in Paddington – on the 5th of June, 2010 at 17:30. There will be snacks for all the present. After that we will all go to a ship in the Thames in front of the London Eye to continue the party.
Equity Point hostel in London is located near Paddington Station and it’s also really close to Hyde Park. When you’ll visit us you’ll find a stunning Georgian building where traditional English style merges with modern decoration. Equity Point London it’s a huge Hostel that has 350 beds and fully equipped community areas. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 6th, 2010 by Carlotta
‘The British Museum’ is one of the mayor museums in London and a must for a first time visit to London. The ‘British Museum’ is the museum of human history and culture and has one of the largest collections in the world with objects from all eras and cultures.
In the same building you can find the previous location of the British Library, an awesome space called The Round Reading Room. In the past it was used as an important research library but now it’s opened to the general public and has relevant books on subjects related to the museum’s collections. Read the rest of this entry »
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April 13th, 2010 by Carlotta
From April’s 15th to 18th will take place in Barcelona the ‘Saló Internacional del Turisme’ – International Tourism Congress- at Fira de Barcelona. Equity Point Hostels will be there at ‘Porta del Desert, Discover the Desert’. Why don’t you come to visit us? We’ll be located at Pavilion 2, Level 0, Stand T106.
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April 13th, 2010 by Carlotta
OnJanuary 12th there was a devastating earthquake in Haiti, the poorest country in South America. The entire world was shocked by the magnitude of the tragedy and everybody tried to help as they could.
Equity Point also raised money for aid in two different events: we sponsored a solidarity concert called Toca Haití, and hosted another event at Equity Point Centric in Barcelona.
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October 8th, 2009 by Carlotta
Equity Point – Girona
As many of you will already know, a new Equity Point location has been open in the city of Girona since last July. The building in which the hostel is situated has been completely renovated to offer maximum comfort for our guests, and features spacious common areas, a guest kitchen, a bar, and a magnificent rooftop terrace with views over the river and Girona’s famous historic centre.
Girona is the main destination for Ryanair in Catalunya, so, if your flight arrives very late or leaves early in the morning we invite you to enjoy our facilities and take advantage to get to know the city of Girona.
Girona, or Gerunda in Roman times, was invaded by the Moors 797 BC, and maintains one of the most important Jewish Quarters in all of Europe. Girona is only one half hour by train to Figueras, which features the main Dali Museum, and also a half hour bus trip to any of the Costa Brava’s beaches. It is difficult to imagine a better geographical for a city than Girona.
We invite you to come and see it for yourself!
More info about Equity Point Girona hostel
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October 8th, 2009 by Carlotta
October
Here you will be able to find the highest profile happenings and cultural events taking place in cities where Equity Point has hostels: Barcelona, Madrid and Girona. October is the month in which most Anglo-Saxon countries celebrate Halloween. On the same dates, Barcelona and Girona celebrate la castanyada, the chestnut fair. This popular celebration fills the streets with chestnut vendors and local panellets pastries.
Girona celebrates its yearly city fair. You can find all the information regarding this festival in the Girona schedule.
Agenda of Madrid:
Futbol: R.Madrid (Santiago Berenaveu)
17th/18th October = R.Madrid – Valladolid
21st October = R.Madrid – Milan (Champions League)
31st October = R.Madrid – Getafe
Concerts:
13st October = Diana Krall
25th October = James Morrison
Agenda of Barcelona:
Futbol: FC. Barcelona (Cap Nou)
04th October = F.C Barcelona – Almería
20th October = F.C Barcelona – Rubin Kazan (Champions league)
25th October = F.C Barcelona – Zaragoza
Concerts:
01st October = Green Day
08th October = Diana Krall
20th October = Elton John
26th October = James Morrison
Girona schedule:
Starting on Friday, October 23rd, until October 31, Girona will once again be the focal point in Catalunya for festivals and shows. The Festival of Sant Narcis will fill the city with music, artisan’s market, parties, fair stands, street stores and countless activities. The inaugural speech will have a culinary flair, with the Roca brothers, from the famous Celler de Can Roca.
This year’s main shows and spectacles will be:
LA COPA (known as “les barraques de Girona”):
Friday 23rd: El Columpio Asesino, Nothink i Illinoise (+ SoundSystem)
Saturday 24th: Mesclat, Els Pets
Sunday 25th: Concurs de maquetes Intro’09
Monday 26th: Speaklow i la Habitación Roja
Tuesday 27th: The Pepper Pots i Westbound Trian
Wednesday 28th: Lax’n'Busto, Teràpia de Shock i La Senyora
Thursday 29th: Tote king, Lexa i Nomah i Saiko i DJ Joker
Friday 30th: KOP i Habeas corpus
Saturday 31st: Dub Inc. i Le Peuple de L’Herbe
PARC DEL MIGDIA:
Friday 23rd: Pau Riba
Saturday 24th: La Selva Big Band Jazz Orquestra
Sunday 25th: Johnny Mars Big Blues Band
Monday 26th: Macedònia
Where the highlights aret he performances of Els Pets and Pau Riba.
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