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SINTILLATE BRIGHTON

Known as 'London by the Sea' The city of Brighton and Hove is the UK's most famous seaside holiday resort. It is truly one of England's most cosmopolitan cities. The city is famous for its Royal Palace, called the Royal Pavilion. The city also hosts England's largest Arts festival every May. It is also a major tourist destination of British and International visitors and it a great place to be during the summer months and all the year round. It is also one of the UK's most popular destinations for international students. Together with British students at the cities two Universities, there are over 15,000 students in the city. With a population of 250,000 Brighton and Hove is also the perfect size, large enough to have all the facilities you need, but small enough to get to know quickly if you staying for a short time.

The city has two names because many years ago they were two separate places, but they have grown to become one place. Today you cannot see the difference between the two places, but people sometimes say that they live in either Brighton or in Hove so that people know what area of town they are talking about. Brighton is the eastern side, and Hove is the western side. Brighton was just a fishing village until 1787 when the Prince George, Prince of Wales, decided to build a spectacular palace there. The Brighton Pavilion was built over the next 20 years and remains on of the UK's most famous and distinctive buildings. Brighton then became home to many noble and rich families for the summer months and you will find Brighton mentioned in many of Jane Austen's novels. Brighton has also featured in many other books and films, including Graham Greene's novel Brighton Rock and the classic film Quadrophenia.

SINTILLATE Parties

In May 2007 we launched our summer season on the South coast in Brighton. Each and every Friday we held a Sintillate party at one of the towns very few style bars, Karma in Brighton Marina.

The luxurious venue, rich in colour and texture throughout, provided an enticing, calming and intoxicating atmosphere till 2.30am. Our DJs were in residence and played classic SINTILLATE vibes on Fridays. The south facing terrace on the boardwalk, where lunches are served, provides a seating area for an additional 100 guests and overlooks Brighton Marina's outer harbour. The incense-scented petal-scattered interior contains a VIP area dotted with beds, cushions, iconic statues of Buddha and unusual pieces of furniture shipped especially from Morocco. Everyone clamors to get into this bar and nightclub to indulge in the experience of good Karma. It was the perfect venue to start the SINTILLATE weekend off!

Then, on Saturdays we held another party at Karmas' sister venue Rehab, also in the Marina but just off the seafront. Retro with a contemporary twist was the vibe in this luxurious bar. Serving quality cocktails and beverages all night accompanied by great music. Rehab prided itself on the way it fused from a stylish Bar/Restaurant into a cool clubbing experience. This was partying for the more discerning and provided the main stage for SINTILLATE's weekend revellry!

Brighton Marina

Brighton Marina is home to over 1600 yachts; millionaires' gin palaces next to salt stained ketches just back from a world trip. It is a vibrant and diverse destination, with homes, a hotel (Seattle), a cinema, a casino, bowling complex, shops, bars/pubs and restaurants, many with harbour views. Brighton Marina is the largest in the UK with over 1600 berths and provides a host of activities to enjoy the water including fishing and day trips. You can sample over 100 of the coolest brands in the south coast's hottest lifestyle destination, boasting shops, a delicious range of bars, restaurants and cafes plus fantastic entertainment facilities. There is plenty to see and do!

Heading West from Brighton Marina, Brighton beach stretches for miles and throughout the summer is packed with sun worshippers and people just unwinding and settling in to the slower pace of life.

Brighton Pier

Probably the most famous and easily recogniseable landmark in Brighton is its Pier. In 1891, work commenced on a new pier to replace the original Chain Pier. Adorned with filigree arches and a few kiosks, Brighton Pier was opened in grand ceremony on May 20th 1899. By 1901, the pier consisted of a building with minaret corner towers housing dining, smoking and reading rooms and its first concert hall. By 1911, the concert hall had become a theatre attraction. 21 years elapsed before the next major phase saw the addition of a big wheel, heralding an extension to the piers' length and a widening of the promenade. The wars interfered with development and, as with most seaside piers, a section of the middle was removed to discourage enemy landings. Post war euphoria saw business booming and by the Summer of 1946 day sea trips from the pier along the coast prospered until 1960. In 1984, the pier was destined to be revitalised under new ownership. New innovative features were introduced such as free admission, free deck chairs, new food outlets on the forecourt and a traditional fish & chips restaurant. At 1,722 ft long and acknowledged as the finest pier ever built, Brighton Pier (a Grade 2* listed building) now offers all the swagger and style of tradition balanced with the pace and excitement of today. Many pieces of history remain on the pier including some of the original kiosks, a signal cannon from the Old Chain Pier and filigree ironwork arches that graced the original structure.

The Pier boasts endless entertainment including Super Booster, the ultimate thrill ride with four brave passengers lifted to 38 meters with only the sea beneath them and dropped, Swinging through the air at 60mph! The only ride of its kind in the UK! Another ride is the Booster where you exPIERience the force of over 3.6G's in 2.8 seconds! At over 130 feet tall and rotating you 360 degrees through the air, The Booster Ride is an exPIERience you will never forget. Brighton Pier is also famous for its thrilling Rollercoasters. Take a journey on the 'Wild River' flume and climb the water mountain for a scary splash landing or spin and twist on the 'Crazy Mouse' and take advantage of the fantastic views of the Brighton coastline, if you dare! Be sure to visit their amusement arcades also whilst you are on the Pier. The Palace of Fun is packed with new machines for 2007. Race against your friends or family on the first Super bikes in Europe! Or try your luck on their giant stacker for a chance to win mega prizes including Play Stations, Game boys, MP3's and Digital Movie Cameras. They also have all the latest themed Pushers like the classic Pacman, Elvis and of course the Kash Kong. You will be amazed at the graphics quality of all the latest fast action games including the very latest Time Crisis 4, House of the Dead 4, Fast and Furious, Battle Gear 4 and Outrun 2 to name but a few!

Brighton Shopping

Brighton is fantastic for shopping and along with the usual High Street chains, the area most tourists head for is 'The Lanes'. Once the heart of the old fishing town of Brighthelmstone, Brighton's historic quarter is an intricate maze of twisting alleyways, offering an extraordinary mix of antiques, jewellery, interior design and famous labels. In the hidden squares, elegant arcades and winding passages, you can find bespoke perfumes and fragrant herbs mixing with freshly roasted coffee and the aroma of Italian cooking. A pebble's throw from the beach and the Royal Pavilion, you can lazily soak up Brighton's history. Four hundred year-old fishermen's cottages and flint stone exteriors sit alongside quaint old pubs and brick-paved twittens.

North Laine A bohemian bustle of criss-cross streets, this is the cultural quarter of the city and home to over 300 unique shops in less than half a square mile. A real mix of the ethnic, exotic and funky, here you can find anything from 50's kitsch to millennial fashions, muslin from Mesopotamia to furniture from Mexico, drums from Africa to cigars from Cuba. There's even a 'paint your own' pottery shop, and studios selling jewellery, sculpture, ceramics, glass, metalwork and paintings made by local artists and craftspeople. If it's fashion you're after, you'll find everything from up and coming designers to hemp shirts, vintage fashion and vegetarian shoes. Or browse for bargains in the weekend flea markets and bric-a-brac shops. When it's time for a break, relax at a bagel bakery, a funky caf?, a French patisserie or a delicious deli.

Brighton History

Many cities have their unique architectural icons, but how many can claim to truly embody the physical, cultural and historical heart of that city? From the moment it first emerged from beneath its scaffolding in 1818, John Nash's extraordinary oriental fantasy, the Royal Pavilion, has been inextricably linked with the identity of Brighton. It has provoked controversy, inspired fervent adulation, and throughout its colourful history, become one of the most instantly identifiable architectural images in the world. It takes its unique character from the man for whom it was built, George IV, and its magnificent interior is a reflection of his personality and Regency reign. It was conceived as a monument to style, finesse, technological excellence and above all pleasure. It remains unequalled in its colossal ambition and glorious sense of joie de vivre.

Its story begins with the arrival in 1783 of the 21-year-old George, Prince of Wales, in pursuit of pleasure and freedom from the stuffy formality of court. The small fishing town of Brightelmstone had already undergone something of a transformation in the wake of Dr Richard Russell's famous seawater cure. By the time the Prince made his entrance, Brighton was already becoming a fashionable resort. When George took a modest farmhouse overlooking the Old Steine in 1786, having already installed his secretly (and illegally) betrothed Roman Catholic wife Mrs Fitzherbert in a nearby villa ? Brighton's future was assured. No sooner had the Prince taken residence than he set about transforming his humble house into a Marine Pavilion with typical exuberance, calling on a series of architects. The evolution of the Pavilion from its humble beginnings to John Nash's stately pleasure dome mirrors the Prince's own changing status. After he was declared Regent in 1811, George was finally freed from the heavy burden of debt. Unfettered by financial constraint, he was at last able to effect the transformation he desired and arrive at the grand abode we see today.

Brighton Racecourse and Greyhound Stadium

Brighton Racecourse is one of the most exciting, vibrant tracks in the South of England and with it's fantastic location in the heart of Brighton City, theirr seaside course is the perfect venue for a day out with family and friends, or for the ultimate corporate experience. Such has been the popularity of the course in recent years they now have even more fixtures for you to chose from with 18 meetings which run from April to October. Highlights in the 2007 racing calendar include the Tote Challenge Trophy and the John Smith's Brighton Mile during their two-day festival in August, Ladies Day and three Sunday race meetings, something for everyone to enjoy!

Coral Brighton & Hove Greyhound Stadium is certainly the most scenic of all greyhound stadia in the British Isles, the big, sweeping circuit is recognised by experts as being one of the fastest and safest tests of the racing greyhound. The stadium boasts some of the most comfortable spectator amenities with restaurant and catering facilities second to none. It has fully computerised Totalisator and photo finish systems, video race replay, an easy to follow comprehensive colour racecard, guides to betting on the tote for newcomers, a children's playground, free parking and easy access by public transport. The stadium was also the home of Ballyregan Bob, who broke the world record for consecutive wins when he scored his 32nd successive victory on 9th December 1985.

Brighton Sport

Another local attraction is the Cricket. As Double trophy winners in the C&G Cup and being 2006 County Champions, Sussex is at the top of the list when it comes to Englands First Class cricket scene. With 20/20 matches throughout the summer and obviously the county League and cup competitions, if you love your Cricket, it doesn't come much better than here to watch it. With club captain Chris Adams, Pakistans Leg spinner Mushtaq Ahmed and his fellow countryman Saqlain Mushtaq the Off break spinner, some great players are on show to go and watch.

There are also numerous other attractions and things to do in Brighton such as open-top bus tours (the one to Devils Dyke is particularly good), countless great restaurants to dine in and of course the Theatre Royal to visit.

With trains running regularly from London and a short journey of less than an hour, Brighton offers the perfect weekend away. Its numerous hotels range from Bed and Breakfasts' (see left) to 5 stars (e.g. Hotel Du Vin or Mr and Mrs Smith site on left) offering something for everyone. Of course the highlight of anyones weekend will be our Sintillate parties at Karma and Rehab! We'll see you there...