Places to sparkle in

London - Aqua

aqua bar london,aqua,aqua regent street,glam bars,glam clubs,cool nights out,glamorous bars,cool cocktail bars,celebrity clubs,chic clubs,bars and clubs aqua bar london Why it’s hot: This summer everyone’s talking about Aqua, and not just because of its A-List fans. The two restaurants and uber-glam cocktail bar that make up this celeb hotspot on Regent Street have two rooftop terraces with fab views of the capital. Dine alfresco at Aqua Nueva for tapas or at Aqua Kyoto for healthier, but no-less yummy sushi, then head to the plush, oriental-styled bar, Aqua Spirit for a cocktail, with a Spanish-Japanese twist.
\r\nWho goes there: Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher headed here for the Valentine’s Day after-party. SJP Kylie and Daisy Lowe are recent visitors.
\r\nWhat to drink: Spanish Garden: Tanqueray gin, dry Spanish white wine served with fresh green grapes, torn basil vanilla sugar and spiced green tea liqueur (£9)
\r\n www.aqua.com.hk \r\n

Newcastle - Tup Tup Palace

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\r\nWhat to drink: If you can’t stretch to the limited edition 10k bottle of Dom Perignon - we said this place was OTT! –the cocktails are good too.
\r\nWho goes there? Kanye West, Girls Aloud and Dizzee Rascal have all partied here.
www.tuptuppalace.com \r\n

Brighton - Merkaba Bar

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\r\nWho goes there? This is a place to see and be seen in Brighton, keep you eye out for local celebs.
\r\nWhat to drink: While it’s still summer, we’re going for a Jade Garden – gin, elderflower cordial, homemade jasmin syrup and lemon and apple juices (£6.50)
\r\n www.merkababrighton.com\r\n\r\n

Manchester - Cloud 23

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\r\nWho goes there?They’re keeping tight-lipped about famous visitors but it has a reputation as a celeb hot spot. Unsurprisingly, it’s in demand –they say book a month in advance for the weekend.
\r\nWhat to drink: Ours is a ‘Ena Sparkles’ (named after the Corrie legend). A delicious fruity mix of lemon, limes, oranges, pineapple and cherry laced with champers. (£11.50).
www.cloud23bar.com \r\n

Edinburgh - Below Stairs

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\r\nWhat to drink: Try The Egg: Smirnoff black vodka with fresh rosemary, honey and camomile water, sweetened lemon juice and a dash of hazelnut liqueur. (£15 for 2)
\r\n www.hawkeandhunter.co.uk/below-stairs.html\r\n

Leeds - Oracle Bar

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\r\nWhat to wear? Glamour is the order of the day here –dress to impress
\r\n www.oraclebar.com/\r\n\r\n\r\n

London - Blitz Parties

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\r\nWhat to wear: Wartime-chic. Think tea-dresses, stockings and red lippy. Don’t even consider not dressing up.
\r\nTo find out about the next party see: www.theblitzparty.com\r\n

Glasgow - Corinthian Club

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\r\nWhat to wear: The club’s on Glasgow’s so-called ‘Style Mile’. With designer shops on the doorstep, expect a fashion-conscious crowd – you could always pick something up from the club’s own boutique.
\r\n www.thecorinthianclub.co.uk - opens 28th August