Autumn's cool and crisp in London, lovely for both outdoor rambling and indoor activities. One great feature of the city that offers both and pleases almost everyone. Covered, uncovered, on streets or converted Victorian buildings, London marketsare
Britain is acknowledged as the musical capital of Europe. It is famed for being home to the The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Elton John, Rod Stewart, the Sex Pistols, The Clash, Elvis Costello, Coldplay, Adele, Florence+
Read more…It's autumn again in the northern hemisphere, and in a few key regions of a few key countries that means apples and cider, both “hard” (mildly alcoholic) and not. While pomaceous potions are brewed — in versions sweet, dry, and downright tart — in c
Read more…Check out the beautiful university city of St Andrews, where it all began for the Royal Baby's parents William and Kate:
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If you are ever in Bristol, England and crave scrumptious Indian cuisine, then a visit to the old Bristol Stock Exchange is in order. Located in an old 100 year plus old structure, the old home of the Bristol Stock Exchange, is now the home to Bri
Read more…Check out the amazing stately home used in the Downton Abbey series
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In early November I embarked on the one hour EasyJet flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh to make my first visit to Scotland, and finally live the dream of my first sojourn to the Whiskey Trail, and taste the amber "nectar of the God's," in its n
Going to the pub is one of the pleasures of a visit to the English seaside, and at this time of year the pub comes into its own. Whether you have been for a bracing walk along the seafront with a fierce souwesterly hurling seaspray across your path,
London, UK – April 10 2013: Head over to London this summer to view the late Princess Diana’s iconic dresses at her former home, Kensington Palace, and to enjoy all the other sights and sounds of the city with the money saving London Pass.
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Read more…The UK's Dorset coast has been under the spotlight recently, what with the Sailing events in the Olympics last year, and now again with the screening of the TV murder drama Broadchurch. To find out more, follow this link: http://postcards-pfte.blogs
Read more…Love chocolate-box cottages, centuries-old architecture, and a peaceful setting away from the hustle and buzz of the big city (just over an hour's drive northeast of London)? Seeing it today, you'd never guess that the sweet little market town of Cog
Auld acquaintance, indeed — when it comes to public NYE bashes, there’s pretty much no acquaintance aulder than that of the Scots. With some traditions dating back to the Vikings, Hogmanay (the word's reckoned to come down from, variously, Anglo Saxo
Christmas in the UK, where I grew up, thrives on tradition. Although conventionally described as a Christian celebration, a British Christmas has roots in ancient pagan festivals, subsequently layered with influences from around the world. In today's
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Fortnum & Mason, a venerated and historic London landmark, was proclaiming its affection for the then upcoming Royal Jubilee with a tribute focusing on a grand theme called “The Queen’s Beasts”. Talk about wow factor! Not only were these colourful
VisitBritain has launched a consultation on an ambitious growth plan which aims to attract 40 million visitors to Britain by 2020. The strategy is built on Britain’s successful hosting of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games by showing that aligni
I visited a cemetery in Aberdeen this morning. I would have gone at midnight to experience the freed evil spirits, but I need to be up early for work tomorrow (nice excuse, ay?). There was nothing scary about the cemetery on this beautiful fall morni
by Tripatini member Andy Hayes
Edinburgh - "Auld Reekie" - is Scotland's majestic capital and a favourite from tourists around the world. With the Edinburgh Secret guide, you'll get a local's perspective into the best things to see and do in Edinburgh
