The British countryside has many spectacular locations for walking, whether your preference is for gentle, rolling hills or dramatic mountainsides, sandy beaches or ancient woodlands. We’ve picked some of the best so you can get out there and explore. Check out UK campsite reviews for places to stay on your travels. Land’s End, Cornwall The …
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Caravan Holidays – Day Trip Ideas in UK National Parks
Caravan holidays in the UK are definitely on the increase, especially for families. It’s a far cheaper, hassle-free alternative to packing up the children for a trip overseas – perhaps on a budget airline where weight and size of luggage (comprising of toys, books, and 2 or 3 favourite cuddly toys etc) is a massive …
What to Pack for a Trip to London
London is one of the most popular cities for travellers. If you are planning a week-long trip or just taking one of the many London day tours in the near future, you have to start preparing early. The most important part of the preparation phase is packing. Here is a brief guide on what …
Cornwall – Better than the Spanish Costa’s
It’s tucked away in the corner of the UK and hides a multitude of surprises from outstanding beaches (5 awarded the Blue Flag), lush rolling countryside (the kind that evokes a certain romanticism in overseas visitors), plenty of dairy cows and delicious Cornish pasties. Lift the lid on Cornwall and you’ll be amazed. Here’s a couple …
History Holidays in Guernsey – Discover Rich Island Heritage
The quaint little island of Guernsey, found in the English Channel, has a story to tell around every corner. The Islands position between England and France means it is perfect for history holidays; it has been caught in the crossfire over the years between the UK and Europe’s up and down relationship resulting in a …
Benefits of A Holiday Home in Nefyn, North Wales
In the Llyn My family and I have been visiting Nefyn on the Llyn Peninsula for the past 25 years. In fact, my in-laws have a holiday home there and since retirement probably spend the better half of the year in Nefyn. For families it’s a wonderful setting. Kids can embrace the best of the …
Top Honeymoon Destinations
Considering that your honeymoon is going to be one of the most romantic and memorable times of your life, why wouldn’t you celebrate it in style? Still, you don’t want to go to a place where everyone else spends their honeymoon. You want to go somewhere unique, that you’ll never forget. It’s important that you …
Getting Through London in a Day
With so much to see and do in London, you’d think it crazy to perhaps have just one day to do as much as possible; but sometimes, when time isn’t on our side and we need to get clever, we develop ourselves a plan of action for such circumstances. Planning will enable you to get …
Make the Most of Your Weekends
Enjoy that holiday feeling over the weekend 5pm on a Friday; It’s the time of the week we all look forward to. The end of another working week and the chance to unwind is finally upon us, yet we all know 9am on Monday morning will be here before you can say boo. There is …
Twinkling Lights of Castleton
Castleton is a small village in the heart of the Peak District Park. Affectionately labelled the “Gem of the peaks,” the village attracts countless visitors every year. For such a small and humble place, Castleton seems positively packed with tourist activities. There are several caves in the area including Treak Cliff Cavern and Blue John …