Category: London
Don’t Miss London’s Hampton CourtMarch 8, 2010 · Category: London
London boasts many impressive palaces and castles, from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London, but one of the most interesting... [Read the full story]
London’s British Museum: a Shrine to HumanityJanuary 28, 2010 · Category: London
Free access to the treasures of the world is the splendid gift offered every visitor to the British Museum. When you pass through... [Read the full story]
Cornwall, England’s Bedruthan Steps HotelJanuary 17, 2010 · Category: The South of England
For years The Bedruthan Steps Hotel has been known as a family friendly hotel, perfect for children and parents alike. In recent... [Read the full story]
The Sherlock Holmes Museum on Baker Street, LondonDecember 26, 2009 · Category: London
It’s not often you find museums depicting the home life and work of fictional characters, but that’s the case with The Sherlock... [Read the full story]
Lovely Little Herm IslandDecember 23, 2009 · Category: Channel Islands
After reading a beautiful little book called The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, my two daughters and I chose to... [Read the full story]
Avebury, England and its Stone CirclesDecember 13, 2009 · Category: The South of England
Thousands of years before there was a country called England, the people who lived in what is now County Wiltshire constructed... [Read the full story]
A Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park, LondonDecember 11, 2009 · Category: London
For six weeks each year, London’s Hyde Park is transformed into a magical Winter Wonderland. Set in 20 acres of parkland and... [Read the full story]
Five Great Places to Ice Skate in BritainNovember 28, 2009 · Category: England
As the cooler weather descends and the run-up to Christmas begins, the traditional ice skating rinks begin to open across Britain.... [Read the full story]
London’s Portobello Flea Market: a Golden DestinationNovember 12, 2009 · Category: London
London is not only about museums, monuments, cathedrals and palaces. It is also about markets, big and small, and many are sprinkled... [Read the full story]
The Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of LondonNovember 10, 2009 · Category: London
Britain is awash with weird and wonderful customs and ceremonies and one of the longest running has to be The Ceremony of the... [Read the full story]
Experience Bath, England’s Christmas MarketOctober 27, 2009 · Category: Bath
Roast chestnuts, festive music, mulled wine and shopping ideas galore – these are just some of the ingredients that make up... [Read the full story]
Bettys Café Tea Rooms in Harrogate, YorkshireOctober 25, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
The British have a longstanding love of afternoon tea and, if you’re visiting Harrogate in Yorkshire, there’s one tea shop... [Read the full story]
Literary Trails: Agatha Christie’s Torquay, DevonOctober 19, 2009 · Category: The South of England
Best-selling crime author, Agatha Christie, hailed from Torquay in Devon, on England’s southwest coast. Literary fans can follow... [Read the full story]
Shopping at London’s Borough MarketOctober 18, 2009 · Category: London
Given the number of perfectly manicured parks across London, indulging in a picnic lunch (weather permitting) is a great way to... [Read the full story]
Preview London’s 2012 Olympics -Take a Walking TourOctober 10, 2009 · Category: London
As London gears up to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, extensive work and building development is going on in certain... [Read the full story]
Save in London with The London PassOctober 9, 2009 · Category: London
For over ten years, the London Pass has been available to visitors, but many still are not aware of it. Your London Pass will... [Read the full story]
Oxford Walking Tour: Five Towers and a MeadowOctober 8, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
Down through the middle of Oxford, home of England’s oldest university, runs a north-south axis that takes you past interesting... [Read the full story]
Oxford, England: Where Streets are Broad and HighOctober 5, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
To walk in the center of Oxford, a city just fifty miles from London, is to walk in the footsteps of the renowned University... [Read the full story]
Spectacular Ruins: Corfe Castle in England’s DorsetOctober 5, 2009 · Category: The South of England
Corfe Castle in Dorset, England is not only the name of a small village, but also the stunning ruined castle that rises high above... [Read the full story]
Exploring the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall, EnglandSeptember 28, 2009 · Category: The South of England
Located near the village of Mevagissey in Cornwall, England, the Lost Gardens of Heligan are one of Cornwall’s must-visit gardens. Originally... [Read the full story]
Exploring England’s Ightham Mote in KentSeptember 7, 2009 · Category: The South of England
There are a lot of stunning old properties still in existence in the UK and Ightham Mote has to be up there with the best. Ightham... [Read the full story]
Restaurant Review: The Playden Oasts Inn, Rye, East SussexSeptember 5, 2009 · Category: The South of England
After a busy day out on the Kent and East Sussex Railway and a visit to the stunning Bodiam Castle, stomachs were rumbling and... [Read the full story]
Visit England’s Bodiam Castle via a Steam TrainSeptember 2, 2009 · Category: The South of England
As we gently trundled through the East Sussex countryside on a gorgeous, hot day, with the sun streaming through the windows,... [Read the full story]
Stumbling Upon Chester, EnglandSeptember 1, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
As the train rolled into the Chester station, it dawned on me that I knew very little about the northern English town where I’d... [Read the full story]
Ten Tips for a Safe and Pleasant European VacationAugust 30, 2009 · Category: England, General Tips
Of course you may not really care what others think about how you look and/or act when you are traveling abroad, but to a certain... [Read the full story]
Durham, England: A Town of History and CharmAugust 25, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
For those of us who fell in love with the legends of Camelot, read the Lord of the Rings over and over again and watched breathlessly... [Read the full story]
Enjoying Outdoor Shakespeare in Exeter, DevonAugust 22, 2009 · Category: The South of England
The Rougemont Gardens in Exeter, Devon come alive each summer with open air productions of Shakespeare. Whilst outdoor theatre... [Read the full story]
Enjoying the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall in LondonAugust 15, 2009 · Category: London
If you’re visiting London during July, August or September, and you enjoy live orchestral music and want a taste of a Great... [Read the full story]
“Feed the Birds, Tuppence a Bag…” A Visit to London’s St. Paul’s CathedralAugust 8, 2009 · Category: London
Though I had harbored fantasies of visiting St. Paul’s Cathedral à la Mary Poppins (crooning sweetly and throwing seed to the... [Read the full story]
Browsing the Finery at Fortnum and Mason in London, EnglandJuly 31, 2009 · Category: London
When our tour guide in London said “Ah yes, and to your left is Fortnum and Mason, where the queen does her grocery shopping,”... [Read the full story]
Enjoy a Traditional English Tea Service in LondonJuly 28, 2009 · Category: London
Indulging in afternoon tea is a quintessential experience in England. Not to be confused with “high tea” which is a heartier... [Read the full story]
Exploring Bolton Abbey in the Yorkshire Dales of EnglandJuly 25, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
It’s picturesque, has a fascinating history, provides plenty of walking trails and is a place that people of all ages can... [Read the full story]
Why I’m a Fan of London’s Tate ModernJuly 24, 2009 · Category: London
I’ll admit it- I’ve always been a fan of contemporary art. This appreciation turned into a passion during my time working... [Read the full story]
Steam-Training Through Yorkshire’s Bronte CountryJuly 20, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
The five mile Keighley and Worth Valley Railway starts at Keighley (although you can get on and off at any station on the line)... [Read the full story]
Brimful With Rocks: Brimham Rocks, North YorkshireJuly 19, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
Located within the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in North Yorkshire, Brimham Rocks is an area characterised... [Read the full story]
Summer Literary Festivals in the UKJune 24, 2009 · Category: England
The summer months in the UK are typically the time when festival fever is fully in force. But, as well as the popular music festivals,... [Read the full story]
Satisfying Italian Eats at Strada in LondonJune 22, 2009 · Category: London
Searching for some good noontime nourishment after a full morning of London sightseeing and shopping near Oxford Circus, my husband... [Read the full story]
Literary Trails: Jane Austen’s HampshireJune 12, 2009 · Category: The South of England
It’s a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen is one of Hampshire’s best known novelists. For those keen to link... [Read the full story]
It Was Greek to Me: The Real Greek in London’s Covent GardenJune 11, 2009 · Category: London
One of the best parts about visiting a truly international city, such as London, is the wide variety of cuisines available; the... [Read the full story]
The Golden Oven in London’s Soho: A Restaurant ReviewJune 10, 2009 · Category: London
As we were planning our trip to London last October, one of the things I was most excited about was the excellent Indian food... [Read the full story]
Glastonbury, England: Where King Arthur Meets Bruce SpringsteenJune 10, 2009 · Category: The South of England
Glastonbury, England in Somerset about 120 miles from London, has a long history – a mixture of legends, sacred sites,... [Read the full story]
England’s Lively LiverpoolJune 2, 2009 · Category: England
The word Liverpool alone is enough to summon up a wealth of exciting images. And as one of England’s most exciting cities –... [Read the full story]
Exploring England’s Dorset: The Town of SherborneMay 29, 2009 · Category: The South of England
The town of Sherborne, in northwest Dorset, is relatively small, but it’s oozing in character and has plenty to see and do.... [Read the full story]
The Best of Birmingham, EnglandMay 26, 2009 · Category: England
Birmingham, a bustling city in the middle of the English countryside, often competes with Manchester as England’s second city... [Read the full story]
England’s Dartmoor Prison MuseumMay 23, 2009 · Category: England
The Dartmoor National Park, located in Devon, in southwest England, spans 368 sq miles and is characterised by its rugged moors,... [Read the full story]
Exploring Dorset: The Sherborne CastlesMay 17, 2009 · Category: The South of England
If you’re in the Dorset area of southwest England, then it’s well worth scheduling a visit to the town of Sherborne – especially... [Read the full story]
Instow, England: North Devon’s Hidden GemMay 11, 2009 · Category: England
The North Devon coast of England is blessed with many picturesque villages, gorgeous beaches and stunning coastlines, but one... [Read the full story]
England Celebrates 200 Years of Charles DarwinMay 1, 2009 · Category: England
Darwin! Several cities around the world are celebrating the great man who revolutionized our way of thinking of the human species. ... [Read the full story]
Top Ten Things To Do in ManchesterApril 9, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
Manchester, situated in the north of England, is often considered the nations ‘second city’, or the city to rival London. This... [Read the full story]
England’s White Cliffs CountryDecember 3, 2008 · Category: England
If gazing out from France across the English Channel to neighboring England, one is met with a wondrous site: a wall of white... [Read the full story]
Out and About: Day Trips Near LondonNovember 11, 2008 · Category: London
With urban sprawl for miles and miles and a bulging population of over seven million people, London can be a bit too much for... [Read the full story]
London Hotels With a ViewOctober 8, 2008 · Category: London
London is a growing and modern city that has a long and glorious past. That past is obvious in the wonderful architecture of the... [Read the full story]
Favorite Restaurants in LondonJune 9, 2008 · Category: London
Where To Go Europe: London Restaurant Guide In this Europe Travel Guide we give our recommendations for the some of the best... [Read the full story]
Tips For Driving in BritainMay 20, 2008 · Category: England
If you are an American, driving in Britain is not for the faint of heart! To begin with, the steering wheel is on the right... [Read the full story]
Check Out These Top London AttractionsApril 11, 2008 · Category: London
You simply cannot see London in a day… or even a week. But, if we had to choose the top London attractions, the following... [Read the full story]
Must-See Castles in EnglandFebruary 19, 2008 · Category: England
There are hundreds of castles in England, each with its own special charm and appeal. The following are a few we think should... [Read the full story]
Visit London AwardsDecember 1, 2007 · Category: London
The Visit London Awards sponsored by Eurostar celebrates the best that London has to offer. The Visit London Awards took place... [Read the full story]
New London Transfer ServiceNovember 13, 2007 · Category: London
Offering new service from Heathrow (LHR) and Gatwick (LGW) to central London hotels, Dot2Dot , which is run by the National Express... [Read the full story]
Northern England and the MidlandsNovember 5, 2007 · Category: The North and Midlands
Northern England is home to the moors and the larger cities of Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and York. Northern England includes... [Read the full story]
Smoking Ban in EnglandJune 28, 2007 · Category: England
Well, its not like we didn’t warn you, but the Smoking ban in England begins on July 1, 2007. It’s actually hard to... [Read the full story]
Favorite Restaurants in Bath, EnglandApril 14, 2007 · Category: Bath
We love Bath and its many great restaurants and little tea rooms. These are our favorites so far. Where to Eat in Bath Browns... [Read the full story]
Accommodations in Bath, EnglandApril 13, 2007 · Category: Bath
Where to Stay in Bath This not a comprehensive list, it is just our picks for the best hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses in Bath.... [Read the full story]
Visit Bath Spa, EnglandApril 13, 2007 · Category: Bath
Bath, one of the loveliest cities in England, has for centuries welcomed visitors, who came for the restorative powers of its... [Read the full story]
Best London Youth HostelsApril 2, 2007 · Category: London
Youth Hostels Astor’s Quest Hostel Inexpensive The Astor hostels were established in 1974 as the first independent... [Read the full story]
Best London 3-star and Budget HotelsApril 2, 2007 · Category: London
London is an extremely expensive city, so staying in a cheap 3-star or budget hotel is sometimes the best way to save a little... [Read the full story]
Favorite 4-Star and Luxury Hotels in LondonApril 2, 2007 · Category: London
London is an expensive city and these hotels are the most expensive you can find. The 5-Star and Luxury Hotels we recommend... [Read the full story]
London’s Must-See NeighborhoodsMarch 11, 2007 · Category: London
London is comprised of many neighborhoods, each with their own personality and charm. Featured here are the neighborhoods that... [Read the full story]
Year-Round Festivals and Events in EnglandFebruary 16, 2007 · Category: England
Many people plan their vacations around these wonderful events such as the Hampton Court Flower Show, or Trouping the Color. So... [Read the full story]
The Essential Guide to Golfing in Great BritainFebruary 15, 2007 · Category: England
History A golf trip to Great Britain is a journey back to the beginnings of the game and the place where the sport began, more... [Read the full story]
London – Where Old is New AgainFebruary 6, 2007 · Category: London
A fantastic blend of many cultures, London is a most international city. Here, the new can never overshadow traditions and antiquity;... [Read the full story]
Top 10 Sights in EnglandFebruary 2, 2007 · Category: England
England is a Country brimming with historical sights and beauty. This is our list for the top 10 sights in England. England is... [Read the full story]
