Hotels for The Pussycat Dolls: PCD FOREVER TOUR

Girl-group pop gets its full arena treatment here, with the kind of choreography and costume changes that only work at this scale. Expect a crowd who grew up on the singles and know every harmony, dressed up and ready to sing along from the first note. A Saturday evening slot means no work the next day, so the atmosphere tends to run long after the house lights come up. Anniversary tours like this one lean heavily on nostalgia, reworking old favourites alongside newer material for a set that rewards long-time fans.

Part of Liverpool's regenerated Kings Dock on the waterfront, the M&S Bank Arena hosts major concerts, sport and family shows beside the Albert Dock and the city's maritime landmarks. The setting is one of the best of any UK arena, with restaurants, bars and museums lining the riverside. It sits within walking distance of the city centre, and Liverpool's compact core keeps rail and buses close. A nearby room lets you enjoy the docks before a show and wander back along the water afterwards.