Whether you’re a label's girl or a bargain hunter, a fine diner or a disco diva, Leeds has got your number. Lively, friendly and just 20 minutes from Leeds Bradford Airport, check it out, you know you want to.

Leeds is shopping nirvana, but if you don’t know your Prada from your Primark, and are feeling in the pink, why not take advantage of the Harvey Nichols' (107-111 Briggate) Personal Shopping service and get advised on what suits you, Sir. Mere mortals head around the corner to the Victoria Quarter where you’ll find the likes of Agent Provocateur and Vivienne Westwood nuzzling up to Jack Wills and North Face. The Corn Exchange also houses quirky boutique shops and a great cafe perfect for buying a few little something’s to fit in your suitcase. The curiously eclectic Kirkgate Market is home to The Tripe Shop amongst other gems, where proud staff boast that tripe can increase your libido four fold (maybe don't eat it just before boarding!).

Feeling fit/ hungover? Try one of Yorkshire’s finest golf courses, the Sand Moor Golf Club, located in Alwoodley Lane, downtown Leeds. Sideline sportsmen/women could catch a rugby game at Headingley Carnegie Stadium (or just stand at the entrance and watch the players come and go?).

After dark, Leeds gets BUSY! From Michelin stars (The Restaurant at The Ellington Hotel), to stars and stripes (New York styled MOJO bar for great liquor and Rock'n'Roll through the decades) there is something for everyone, all within walking distance of the city centre. Leeds is one of the easiest-going cities around, and the gay scene in this sexy city is one of ever-expanding horizons. The New Penny is a comfortable bar for girls and boys who just wanna have fun, and dancepots head for Religion.