The capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is a profoundly historical city with an amazingly well preserved old center. As well as its landmark castle, the center of this city is filled with ambling historic streets; the church spires and rooves of old buildings making for a decidedly picturesque skyline. The history goes back much further, with… Continue Reading
12 Best Museums in London
An expensive city to visit, one of the best things about London is that so many of its world-famous museums are free to the public. Home to some simply stunning art collections, visitors to the capital can enjoy some beautiful paintings, portraits and art pieces by prominent artists from around the world and throughout the… Continue Reading
10 Most Beautiful National Parks and Reserves in Scotland
A land of unimaginable beauty, the sprawling highlands of Scotland are delightfully wild and free and as such any nature lover will surely depart having fallen in love with all of the amazing sights on offer. Foreboding mountains punctuate the hills and valleys while deep lochs lie amidst the heather and, nestled among all this… Continue Reading
14 Best Cities to Visit in England
England is a richly historic country, and one that is packed with fascinating destinations. From the mystery of ancient Stonehenge to the modern architecture along the Thames River, England has a wide range of appeal to visitors from around the world. To make the most of a trip to England, don’t spend all your time… Continue Reading
15 Most Charming Small Towns In Scotland
History and heritage sweep across Scotland from Highlands to Lowlands, from Orkney to the Hebrides. Centuries-old castles and ancient ruins dot the land, evidence of a past that encompassed internal conflicts as much as struggles against invaders, including Norse kings as much as the English. Glens and bens are the order of the day for… Continue Reading
15 Most Charming Small Towns In England
England is known the world over for looking like a Christmas card or something from The Hobbit. And it’s not a false image: you just have to look past the large towns and cities of the country to discover it. These are England’s small towns and villages. You’ll find them neatly tucked away, on rugged… Continue Reading
How to Spend 3 Days in London
So, you have three days to explore London? That’s great except just one small thing – the city is enormous! London, a city as modern as the 21st century yet a history dating back to Roman times, is a place that has fascinated travelers from all around the world for decades. There are numerous attractions… Continue Reading
6 Best Day Tours in the United Kingdom
An overview of the most popular day trips in the United Kingdom 6. Da Vinci Code and Scottish Borders Day Trip For those fascinated by Scottish history, religious history and important architecture, will be a blast. It will be of particular significance to those who enjoyed the Da Vinci Code, either the book or the… Continue Reading
7 Most Remarkable Castles near London
We all need some royalness in our lives and what better place to accomplish this than an English castle. Visitors to the British capital won’t have to go far to find this, since there are several castles near London that make great day trips. The castles present an amazing – and easy – way to… Continue Reading
10 Best Places to Visit in Scotland
At first glance, the Scottish landscape is harsh: foreboding fortresses atop hills and cliffs, the desolate moors . . . But spend some time here and you’ll quickly realize Scotland has its own unique beauty: breathtaking highlands just made for hiking and strolling, craggy coastlines, monuments that are proud reminders of long-ago battles, and blue… Continue Reading
