Set your sights on Liverpool - with cheap and cheerful flights

Liverpool John Lennon Airport makes travelling into and out of Liverpool extremely easy, not to mention convenient. Just seven miles outside of the city centre itself, you can literally land and be in one of Liverpool's trendiest bars or cosiest of pubs in a matter of minutes.

This accessibility makes Liverpool a great destination to travel to for a short trip such as a mini break or stag/hen weekend. In fact, Liverpool is fast becoming a hen and stag weekend hotspot - especially for people flying the short journey from Ireland.

Not only does Liverpool sport a buzzing nightlife, but the city itself is steeped in history and hosts several fine buildings, monuments and sights that would keep any tourist busy for a couple of days. It was also the European City of Culture in 2008 - a prestigious title that speaks for itself and which was richly deserved by Liverpool.

Don't forget, then, to check out some of the reasons behind Liverpool gaining this title and make sure your trip involves some cultural activities whether that be browsing around its many fabulous art galleries and libraries or touring its famous landmarks and monuments.