Create A Vacation In Coventry

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Whatever your preconceptions about Coventry may be, it is surely time to have them updated. Over the last few years, much money has been spent on giving Coventry a hip new look and allowing the city to fulfil a little more of its potential as a thriving, sparkling, cultural destination.

Frequently overshadowed by other nearby midlands destinations such as Warwick and bustling Birmingham, Coventry has had to fight to make its mark on the midlands tourist industry, but it has done so with a considerable amount of success. Here is a quick look at what could be fun to do in Coventry this summer:

Anyone interested in culture should certainly make time for a visit to Coventry Arts Centre. Some of Britain''s best comedians make frequent appearances on this stage space and the centre also plays host to a wide variety of modern dance performances, art exhibitions, theatre pieces and classical music concerts to suit all tastes, ages and budgets.

One of the city''s most popular summertime highlights is the Godiva music festival. It features a vast array of concerts given mostly by local bands and artists, creating ...
... music within the genres of country and folk, rock and roll, jazz, pop, metal, dance and reggae. The city comes alive during the festival and the streets are buzzing with infectious energy. Of course, the best thing about this great three-day event is that it is absolutely free.

Looking for a great place to eat that won''t bust the summer holiday budget? Anyone with a taste for fine Indian dining should be sure to pay Ally''s Balti House a visit. This fun and fresh establishment cooks up a delightful range of Eastern curry dishes, accompanied by freshly made Indian breads, scrumptious rice dishes and plenty of wholesome vegetarian options to boot.

The local tourist centre in Coventry can provide visitors with comprehensive maps and give advice on walking tours, which make great introductions to the city. Be sure to stop at Coventry Cathedral and take advantage of the many quaint and quintessentially British tea rooms for refreshment throughout the day. Long term travelling writer Bonny Kominek has been writing a book on great UK holidays. He recommends booking agents such as octopustravel.com when searching for Coventry hotels.