With most of our team residing in the United Kingdom when not traveling, we know this country very well. There is so much more to discover in England, Ireland, Wales, and Scotland than just the usual tourist haunts (although they are amazing too, just a little more crowded).
In our blog posts, you’ll find guides and information on the more under-the-radar destinations such as Cheshire, the Isle of Man, and Lincolnshire, as well as the popular spots such as London, Edinburgh, The Cotswolds, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall. We’ve also thrown in guides on where to find the best boutique hotels, beautiful places and romantic places, too!
Northern Ireland was one of the most atmospheric and beautiful places I’ve ever visited. There’s just something extraordinary about Ireland, and Northern Ireland has an untouched and rugged beauty. It’s home to a hip capital, … Read more
There has never been a better time to visit Scotland, Lonely Planet has just mentioned it as one of the must see countries to visit in 2014 and next year it will play host to a series of world-class events including the Commonwealth Games and the Ryder Cup. If you’re a regular reader of this blog you know how much we love the place….
Unless you are escaping to a desert island for the whole of December, Christmas shopping is pretty much unavoidable but if your local shops just aren’t going to cut it this year (and you don’t want to rely on the post!), then why not use our guide to head out to the best shopping locations in the UK? Pre-Christmas sales are not uncommon now so search around for some real bargains…
As well as being huge London fans we are also very proud to call the city home, so after many hours exploring the UK capital we have selected our collective favourite top 25 cool and unusual hotels in London.
Like many places in the Northern Hemisphere, the United Kingdom has a lot to offer when it comes to stunning unspoilt countryside, beautiful landscapes, and scenic views of the change of leaves during the autumn … Read more
Devon is the darling of SouthWest beloved of many a staycationer, and with good reason, this gorgeous county offers a huge variety of scenery including mysterious misty moors, storybook habour villages, long stretches of gorgeous … Read more
One of the most popular places to visit “up North” and with good reason, this fiercely proud and historic county is also known for its unspoiled rugged beauty. It’s an area filled with charm and … Read more
If there’s one thing the British know how to do – and do well – it’s winter. For the outdoor types, that same cold drizzle and biting wind that makes the cities seem so grey at times can also give the rugged countryside a real dramatic kick – and the cold means that for those who can’t be doing with soggy sandwiches are well catered for as well…
England’s western extremity is blessed with some of the finest beaches and most unspoilt coastline in the country. From surfing to sampling the culinary creations of a celebrity chef, there’s no shortage of things to do in the ancient Celtic kingdom….
Elegant, handsome, and utterly charming, the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath is one of those cities you cannot help but fall in love with. The much loved historic spa town nestled just It’s home … Read more
Liverpool, Merseyside… in my opinion one of the most underrated cities in the UK. For years it has struggled to shake off a bad reputation and I think it’s finally, belatedly happening. Liverpool is my … Read more
One of the most famously beautiful places to visit in England, this protected area is so-called due to the resident cottages being made from the very distinctive honey-coloured Cotswold stone. The Cotswolds is the kind … Read more