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For richer or poorer: Hotel chain launches credit crunch honeymoon for just £58

By Sean Poulter for the Daily Mail
Updated: 05:56 EDT, 21 August 2009



Many a bride looks forward to a romantic honeymoon in a faraway destination.

So what might she think if she found herself at a budget hotel in Hull, with a brand new Primark nightie lying on the bed?

That's the treat that could lie ahead if the newlyweds avail themselves of Premier Inn's special credit crunch honeymoon offer. Sparking moment: A couple enjoy the complimentary strawberries and Asda sparkling wine in the £58 'Moneymoon' package at the Premier Inn hotel

For just £58 they get two nights at one of nine hotels in locations including Hull
city centre, Carlisle, Belfast and Llanelli.

The 'no-money moon' includes a main evening meal and one glass of wine each to a maximum value of £50 for each night.

The honeymooners will also be able to tuck into an all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast.

On arrival, the couple will receive a complimentary bottle of Asda sparkling wine, Asda's Extra Special chocolates and a punnet of supermarket strawberries.

There is also a hamper of Boots spa treatments.

And then there are rose petals to be strewn on the bed, and a nightdress with lacy trim for her and pair of pyjamas for him, both from Primark. Premier Inn says its research shows that 73 per cent of newlyweds are stressed about the cost of their honeymoon.

As many as half say they will go without one in order to save money.

Consequently, Hull, when the leaves are falling, might prove appealing.




The other available destinations are County Hall in London, Bodmin, Hollingbourne in Kent, Poole in Dorset and Ross-on-Wye.

Asked how the company had selected the locations, Premier Inn's Steve Conway said: 'We took a decision to prioritise those areas we see as gems, beauty spots or areas with beaches, castles and coves.' Honeymoon hamper: The hotel will welcome newlyweds with welcome gifts including Boots beauty products and Primark nightwear

On Hull, he said: 'It has got a lot going for it. I believe it has been compared to New York. The east coast of Yorkshire is wonderful in terms of walks on the beaches.'

Hull travel agency owner Andrew Earle questioned the comparisons with New York.

'It's got a river and a bridge, but I would suggest that is where the similarities end. Hull is an industrial city and it is famous for its fishing. For a weekend, it is a great place to come, but I would suggest there are better options close by for a honeymoon.'

Only couples married since July will qualify for the Premier Inn offer. Bookings must be made by September 30 and the honeymoon must be taken by December 30.


Hotel chain launches credit crunch honeymoon for just £58



