Glasgow draws from the Celtic meaning ‘dear green place’. Scotland’s largest city is blessed with plenty of parks and picturesque gardens for the locals. Glasgow is a paradox of gracious sandstone buildings and contemporary Scotland. Glaswegians are renowned for their hearts of gold and working-class heritage. Images of a rough and industrial city have long […]
Brighton is a great city, with enough to keep you entertained for a lifetime. If you’re only on holiday and only have a day or two to explore it, though, you might need a little advice. Here are our Top 5 Attractions to visit in the seaside city. Photo licensed under the Creative Commons, created […]
The UK is a bigger place than most people think, as a lot of people simply look at us on a map and think that we’re a small island. Admittedly, geographically, we’re not that big, but culturally and in terms of great places to see we are huge! Albert Dock, Liverpool, UK / Photo licensed […]
It may come as a shock for those of us who just go into our towns for a spot of shopping that, towns have more to offer than stores, food chains and the odd busker. Take any English town, remove all the consumer shop fronts and you’ll be surprised with how much history, culture and […]
The UK tourist boards are currently all trying their hardest to make sure that we stay in the UK this summer, and with the credit crunch still biting, many of us are indeed deciding to stay at home rather than go abroad this year. So where to choose? After all, your family may not agree […]
Belfast is a legendary city: partly because of the troubles, but mostly because of its fine heritage, its infamous harbour and it’s even more illustrious offspring, and its buzzing nightlife. So if you are only there for a few days, what better way to see as much as possible than to take a taxi tour? […]
Cambridge has so much to offer and show off, and it goes without saying what a beautiful city it is. Cambridge is, of course, synonymous with the University, whose stunning buildings and quadrangles date from the early 13th century. To walk through these squares is to trace the steps of such historical figures as Sir […]
The Top 3 Most Enchanted Castles in Scotland
Scotland has a completely unique history and is unlike any other country. Scotland’s history has been particularly influenced by the Roman Empire and many of its traditions and existing heritage still refers back to Scotland’s medieval period. It was in this period that many of Scotland’s castles were built and these buildings still significantly shape […]
Castle Hotels in Europe: Plan a Royal Trip for You
While most of us dream of owning a castle the truth is many of us can afford to rent a room in a castle for a night or two. A few nights in a converted castle is like nothing else in this world, and if you’re looking for the perfect accommodation for you and your […]
The History of Beaumaris Castle | North Wales, UK
Beaumaris Castle is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North Wales with many visitors from St Davids Holiday Park in North Wales choosing it as their favourite local attraction. Beaumaris Castle is a medieval stone structure built by King Edward I as part of his campaign against the Welsh to conquer north wales. […]
Palmižana – holiday and honeymoon resort on the Island of Rosemary
Palmižana is a resort on the island of St. Klement. If you are visiting Hvar in Croatia then you must pay a visit to Palmižana as well. The island falls into Paklinski archipelago and definitely has beauty to it that leaves visitors awed. If you wish to get there, you can take a boat from […]
Emilia Romagna and Riviera Romagnola: the warm heart of Italy
The better thing to describe the country you’re living is to observe it from a different prospective. Only after you go outside your Home Country you can discover its features and its greatness. This is what happens to Emilia Romagna and Romagna Riviera (better known as Riviera Romagnola) in Italy: every time someone gets back […]
5 Dog Friendly Beaches In And Around St. Ives, Cornwall
For many people, pets are just like family. While parents are always eager to find safe, family-friendly attractions for their children, pet owners are often eager to find pet-friendly destinations outside of the home. If you traveling to St. Ives, you will definitely want to make the beach a priority. Thankfully, there are plenty of […]
Affordable chalet breaks for adrenaline seeking skiers
In mountain resorts across Europe, advanced skiers can test their nerve on a wonderfully varied range of challenging terrain. From steep pistes and deep powder to snow-parks with half-pipes, kickers and rails to hit, Europe’s ski resorts have a massive amount to offer. Although skiing can be an expensive sport, adrenaline-seekers don’t have to break […]
Tips for Planning Your Family Ski Holiday
If you’ve never been on a ski holiday before, booking your first one can be a bit overwhelming. With so much to think about it can be easy to forget something important or get something wrong, and the last thing you want is for your holiday to be ruined because of it! Ski holidays tend […]
The Top 10 European Ski Resorts
Europe remains a key continent for ski enthusiasts, with a proliferation of resorts. It’s fair to say that new resorts are being opened at regular intervals, although the quality of those destinations can vary somewhat. I enjoy a variety of winter sports and have been fortunate enough to visit a number of leading resorts. Here […]
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