Only 6 months after launching the UKs first sleeper minicoach, Travel by Knight, who’s offices are registered in Dundee, attended the British Tourism & Travel show at NEC, Birmingham on March 21-22nd.
The only bus in the UK with no seats, designed for sleep only travel, the Mercedes Sprinter minicoach was converted with 12 sleeping berths, so that private hire groups could combine the time that they travel long distance with the time that they sleep, therefore saving their day.
On the evening of the first day of the show the Coach Tourism Awards were held in the nearby National Motorbike Museum, presented by former dancer and news reader Angela Ripon.
Nominated for the Innovation of the Year category, much to the surprise of founder Alan Aim they were called forward as the winners and handed a plaque by Tracy Bayliss of Euro Tunnel.
Mel Holley from Miniplus trade magazine, provided commentary for the awards: “this entry literally stood out from the competition, it’s a truly innovative idea. Still yet to be proven, but the operator of the business has taken a chance that could make a big difference to the industry. The judges applaud such enterprising spirit”.
The cheeky tag line on the side of the vehicle “Would you go to bed with me?” Attracted hundreds of visitors over the two days of the show, including the tribute cast of Faulty Towers and those from Visit Scotland and Visit Aberdeenshire.
A Travel by Knight branded onesie was also worn by a few on lookers who wanted their picture taken by the side of the bus.
Some good contacts were gained from the show, including some tour operators who operate the three peaks challenge to offer a Travel by Knight ‘deluxe’ service.
Anybody wishing to see inside the vehicle or book their services can do so at www.travelbyknight.co.uk
Travel By Knight
The UK’s first Sleeper Minicoach available for private hires for groups up to 12 people. Passengers can save their day but travelling overnight, combining their transport & accommodation costs in one.
