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!
This protected area is one of the most famously beautiful places to visit in England because the resident cottages are made from the distinctive honey-colored Cotswold stone. The Cotswolds is the place that lingers with … Read more
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.
Scotland and the Isle of Skye are popular tourist destinations, but very few people cross the sea to the Outer Hebrides. But that is partly what makes this place so unique. There are many beautiful … Read more
County Durham is quite a small county in North East England compared to the sprawling neighbors of Yorkshire and Northumberland. It’s also sometimes overlooked as a travel destination, which I think is a shame as … Read more
Often overlooked in comparison to England and Scotland, Wales actually packs a hell of a lot of beauty into a relatively small mass of land with sprawling mountain ranges, lush green valleys, ragged coastline, gorgeously preserved castles and postcard-pretty market towns. We feel Wales doesn’t receive half the amount of attention it deserves…
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…
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…