We have a new blog post talking about how and why we began Staying Cool back in 2005.
If you're planning on staying in one of our serviced apartments in Manchester take a look at creativetourist.com.
The website is an excellent cultural guide to Manchester and very cool to boot. There's also a free Creative Tourist iPhone app available featuring walking tours, insider tips on where to eat and the most interesting places to visit.

"Leave the curtains open and wake up to the panoramic views from floor-to-ceiling windows." Time Out
"Why go? For an ultra-stylish taste of Birmingham..." Red online
"I liked the fact that all the food products were fairtrade/organic (excellent!). The flat was lovely, wish I had somewhere like that in London.." Kate Cater, Life & Style Editor, The Guardian