Though having a rough time these days at least in part thanks to Brexit, Britain is still a treasure trove of travel treats, from capital London out into England and Cornwall to Wales and Scotland. And across to Northern Ireland, too, of course!
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Tristan Surtel London — Shakespeare, Dickens, and the Written Archive English lit is arguably the world´s foremost literary trove, and Britain´s capital is a virtual treasure chest of its legacy. Top spots not to miss include the 101-year-old Charles Dickens Museum, housed in the author´s home in King´s Cross (Camden), to see where he penned Oliver Twist and Nicholas Nickleby. Then cross the Thames to Southwark, where Shakespeare's Globe (above), a 1997 reconstruction of the 16th-century…
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Read more…Freddie Phillips Designated the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature in 2004, Scotland´s capital blends dramatic scenery with plenty of distinguished literary heritage. After visiting (and perhaps climbing to the top of) the 200-foot-tall, neo-Gothic monument to early-19th-century novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott in Princes Street Gardens, pay a visit to the 17th-century townhouse which is home to the Writers' Museum (above) and celebrates Scott and other native sons Robert Burns, and…
Read more…This metropolis of nearly 10 million - the beating heart of England and the larger United Kingdom - beckons travelers from all corners of the globe with its rich history and vibrant culture. This bustling metropolis is a treasure trove of iconic landmarks and attractions. Here we remind of its "greatest hits," from historic classics to modern marvels. They´ll leave you with memories of this amazing city´s rich history, culture, and artistic heritage. Whether you're a history buff, an art lover,…
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15 years ago I stayed at a property which, with currency conversion, charged $110 for breakfast! Guess what? It was packed!
One destination told me that I was in their files as the only travel writer they ever hosted who asked for a downgrade in accommodations. I write for both the individual and corporate traveler. When I got the itinerary for that trip and saw where they had me booked I asked for something less business-oriented. The business crowd weren't my readers for that article so it was pointless to have a $500-a-night room. $500-a-week was more the budget for that reader. It worked. It was realistic. Everyone was happy.
Thats what I meant when Is said ridiculous
Fantastic breakfast up here in Masham, Yorkshire, quality products as well for £6.75 pp. You can also get theatre tickets here for a good price as well
Angela is spot on. Across the UK, it is perfectly possible for travellers to enjoy good food and accomodation - whatever their budget. I would suggest that every capital city in the world has hotels and restaurants that cater only for the ultra rich and perhaps the occassional travel journalist! I was once charged £15 for a coffee in Venice which puts a £23 breakfast in perspective.
Angela, the hotel price was ridiculous in which direction?
Allan, your observations are spot on. But wouldn't more people trust travel writing (as opposed to Tripadvisor) if travel writers had a better sense of value -- that is, what a particular service costs?
I think most travel writers don't pay attention to price since we either travel for free or are heavily subsidized. As for Lonely Planet and the BBC's observations, I'm not impressed. Every destination has places which are "overpriced or lacking in quality". Not everything is overpriced to everyone. Depends on how deep your pockets are. But like you when I'm in London I see lots of people who obviously don't have a lot enjoying themselves. I love London, but no one puts a gun to your head to go there. So find it's up to each person to find a way to make it work for them.
Two weeks ago the editorial director of a major magazine bemoaned how expensive the airfare was for a family (his) to get to the UK from NA. I gave him some travel options that he hadn't considered and which made it affordable. It's not the way his readers would travel, but it fit his budget.
My reaction is that its totally ridiculous, it is possible to "do" Britain on a tight budget. There are many wonderful B & B's, cheaper hotels away from London and brilliant prices - good pub grub, when visiting London recently my friend and I had a superb full breakfast for £6.95 each, the hotel price was ridiculous.
However come up to beautiful Yorkshire and get value for money
"Britain is not a good choice for tourists on a tight budget, according to the Lonely Planet company... Its new Great Britain guide says many restaurants, hotels and attractions in England, Scotland and Wales are 'overpriced or lacking in quality.'" That's from the BBC, and Lonely Planet's conclusions make me wonder. Although I'm not a budget traveler, whenever I'm in London, I see other travelers who do seem to be on a tight budget and having fun. What's your reaction to this?
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