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An in-depth review of the Plum Guide, a relatively new vacation rental booking website. Our Plum Guide review covers what is Plum Guide, how it works, our personal experiences of using Plum Guide, and tips on booking through Plum Guide. We also note how it compares to other vacation rental websites ... Read More...
A detailed travel guide to visiting the Isle of Raasay in Scotland and the top things do on Raasay. We share how to get to the Isle of Raasay, how to get around Raasay, where to stay on Raasay, where to eat, and the top things to do and see on the island. We'll also share our own experience and tips... Read More...
A guide to how to get from London to Paris or vice versa. The article reviews 11 different way to travel from London to Paris and compares them by price, time, and convenience. Includes flying, Eurostar trains, buses, driving, ferries, ride sharing, cycling, tours, and private transfers between the ... Read More...
A complete guide to visiting Highclere Castle, the main filming location for the TV show Downton Abbey. We’ll tell you all you need to know to visit Highclere Castle yourself (State Rooms, Egyptian Exhibition, gardens, and estate), share some of the fascinating history of Highclere Castle, share o... Read More...
The North Coast 500 is the most popular road trip in Scotland and we’ve put together a comprehensive 7 day North Coast 500 itinerary to help drivers navigate this driving route. This detailed day-by-day 1 week North Coast 500 road trip itinerary covers all the basic details (mileage, general route... Read More...
A detailed and comprehensive guide to the Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland, including the Hogwarts Express train (The Jacobite), the dramatic Scottish Highlands train scenery, the location of Hagrid's hut (Glencoe) and the location of Dumbledore's grave (Eilean na Moine). We provide a map ... Read More...
Wondering where to celebrate Burns Night in 2020? We've put together a guide to the top places to join a Burns Supper or other type of Burns Night event in Scotland to celebrate Robert Burns and his writings. There are hundreds of ways to celebrate Burns Night in Scotland and we have an up-to-date l... Read More...
Our guide to the best day trips from Edinburgh Scotland, which range from exploring castles to touring whisky distilleries to visiting Outlander filming locations. We suggest 15 day trips from Edinburgh that cover a range of interests and locations. For each Edinburgh day trip idea, we provide all t... Read More...
A travel guide to the top things to do in Belfast Northern Ireland as well as suggestions on getting around, where to stay, and day trip ideas. Belfast is probably best known for Belfast Titanic (Titanic museum), street murals, and The Troubles, but there is a lot to do and see in Belfast. It also h... Read More...
A 3 day London itinerary to help you spend a perfect 3 days in London. Our 3 day London itinerary helps you see the highlights of London and helps you with planning your 3 days in London. Our itinerary includes London's most famous attractions (e.g., Tower of London, Windsor Castle) as well as some ... Read More...
One of the most popular attractions in Northern Ireland is the Dark Hedges, a beautiful row of trees that has been made famous by their appearance Game of Thrones. In this Dark Hedges guide, we're going to tell you everything you need to know to visit the Dark Hedges including how to get there, wher... Read More...
A travel guide to the top things to do in Aberdeen Scotland as well as suggestions on getting around, where to stay, and day trip ideas. Aberdeen has powerful architecture, beautiful gardens, charming historical districts, interesting museums, good restaurants, internationally known golf courses, fu... Read More...
If you are thinking about visiting the Cairngorms National Park in winter, we've put together a list of things to do in the Cairngorms during the winter that includes skiing, winter hiking, whisky tasting, exploring historical sites, wildlife watching, and visiting popular family attractions. We'll ... Read More...
J.K. Rowling wrote most of the Harry Potter books in Edinburgh Scotland, and you can still visit many of these places today. Rowling moved to Edinburgh in 1993 and once said in an interview: “…Edinburgh is very much home for me and is the place where Harry evolved over seven books and many, m... Read More...
How to get from London to Edinburgh. This guide covers 10 ways to travel from London to Edinburgh, and the costs, time, and booking methods associated with each so you can find the best way to get from London to Edinburgh for you. London and Edinburgh are two of the UK's most popular cities, and man... Read More...
The Bristol Balloon Fiesta is the largest annual hot air ballooning event in Europe, and it is also one of the top outdoor festivals in the UK. Held each August over several days, the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta events include the mass ascension of over 100 hot air balloons, nightglows, bal... Read More...
Did you know that you can find four UNESCO World Heritage sites in London? Although London is one of the world's great modern capitals, it has a history stretching back to Roman times. London's four UNESCO World Heritage sites are: Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey & St. Margaret's Church, th... Read More...
A Guide to Celebrating Hogmanay in Edinburgh Scotland. After attending Edinburgh's Hogmanay several times, we've finally decided to write a guide to celebrating Hogmanay in Edinburgh! Hogmanay is the Scottish word for New Year's Eve and Edinburgh's Hogmanay festival has become one of the largest New... Read More...
A comprehensive guide to Winston Churchill sites in London. Winston Churchill is one of the most well-known British figures of the 20th century, and today it is easy to find traces of Winston Churchill in London. Although Churchill traveled extensively, there is no city more central to his life tha... Read More...
We share our favorite ways to celebrate Christmas in Edinburgh Scotland. There are loads things to do in Edinburgh during December, which include the Edinburgh Christmas markets, ice skating, Christmas shopping, light shows, charity events, and concerts. We cover all things associated with Christma... Read More...
An Isle of Wight guide to visiting the top Queen Victoria sites on the Isle of Wight in England. Queen Victoria had a significant impact on the Isle of Wight, and there are a number of Queen Victoria related sites on the Isle of Wight. Queen Victoria first visited the Isle of Wight on a holiday with... Read More...
North Coast 500 Planning Guide - what to see, when to go, how long you need, where to stay and eat, what to pack, and lots more NC500 tips!... Read More...
Guide to the top Winston Churchill sites in England. We have put together a list of the top Winston Churchill sites in England and tips on visiting each of these places. As admirers of Winston Churchill ourselves, we know that many people want to visit places associated with Churchill during their ... Read More...
Guide to things to do in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. There are many things to do in Loch Lomond, and it is a popular weekend destination for locals from Glasgow and Edinburgh in search of nature and outdoor activities. Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park was Scotland's first nat... Read More...
Our London itinerary: what to see and do with 6 days in London! London is one of the world's most famous capital cities and England's largest city, offering an endless number of attractions, museums, historical buildings, and entertainment options. London can be an overwhelming city for many travele... Read More...
Our Recommended North Coast 500 Hotels Guide - where to stay along the NC500. The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile scenic route along Scotland's northern coast, offering drivers rugged landscapes, sandy benches, wildlife, museums, castles, whisky distilleries, and so much more! If you are planning to r... Read More...
A guide to Glasgow's attractions and a list of the top things to do in Glasgow Scotland. Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and there are so many things to do in Glasgow! The city is home to fantastic art galleries, historical National Trust properties, leafy green spaces, amazing street art, a... Read More...
A guide to the British Pullman train. The Belmond British Pullman is the sister train of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and is made up of a collection of historic Pullman carriages. Based at Victoria Station in London, the train makes regular luxury day trips and short journeys in England. A jour... Read More...
The Royal Edinburgh Ticket is a great way to save money when visiting the top royal attractions in Edinburgh Scotland! The ticket covers all three of our favorite royal sites in Edinburgh: the mighty and historic Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace (official Scottish residence of the royal family), an... Read More...
We'll share the top Harry Potter sites in Edinburgh (and all the minor ones) in this comprehensive Harry Potter guide to Edinburgh. Harry Potter fans love Edinburgh as it was the home of J.K. Rowling when she wrote the majority of the Harry Potter books and there are several Harry Potter sites in Ed... Read More...
A guide to visiting Wentworth Woodhouse in Yorkshire, England. Wentworth Woodhouse is the largest private home in the United Kingdom and it has the longest façade of any country home in Europe; however, very few people have ever heard of this spectacular English house! We'll share some of the fasci... Read More...
A guide for those planning a trip to Scotland and looking for Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands itinerary ideas. Spectacular landscapes, castles, mysterious lochs, waterfalls, tasty seafood dinners, and Highland coos are a few of the many treasured memories associated with our Scottish Highlands i... Read More...
Guide to using the London Oyster card on public transit. Using an Oyster card, a credit card sized transport card, is an easy way to save time and money if you are planning to use public transportation in London. An Oyster card can be used on just about every form of transport within London includin... Read More...
Guide to over 25 hidden gems in Edinburgh. There are so many fantastic Edinburgh attractions and we keep discovering new ones as we delve deeper into this historical city. This guide is for those visitors who have already seen the highlights of Edinburgh. So whether you have a long stay in Edinburgh... Read More...
An Essential Planning Guide to the August Festivals in Edinburgh. Edinburgh festivals are well-known around the world, lending the city one of its nicknames, Festival City. But did you know that five major festivals take place in Edinburgh during the month of August? Edinburgh is home to 11 major fe... Read More...
A detailed guide to the top things to do in Edinburgh Scotland to help you plan your Edinburgh itinerary! Plus lots of tips to help you plan.... Read More...
Higlights of the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. A visit to the Scottish Borders is an easy day trip from Edinburgh, and allows visitors to get a glimpse into a relatively unknown region of Scotland. You can also combine it with a trip to Hadrian's Wall.... Read More...
How to plan a London day trip to Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds villages. We were able to tour the grand Blenheim Palace, stop at Bladon (burial place of Winston Churchill), and stop at the cute Cotswolds villages of Bibury and Burford. We share how to plan your own day trip to Blenheim Palace, O... Read More...
Detailed London Pass review, which explains if the London Pass is worth it for your trip to London, as well as tips and tricks on using the London Pass... Read More...
We recently attended the Edinburgh International Science Festival which kicks off the annual festival activities in Edinburgh. Scotland may bring to mind images of rugged castles, grazing Highland cattle, lush green glens, sheep, bagpipes, haggis, and men in kilts. However, Edinburgh, the country's ... Read More...
A guide to planning the perfect Oxford day trip from London. Oxford is a compact historical university city situated about 60 miles from London, making a Oxford day trip an ideal way to get out of the bustling capital for a day. We share advice and tips on how to get to Oxford from London, what to s... Read More...
A guide to taking a train journey on the Venice Simplon Orient Express and the story of our own experiences. The original Orient Express train service ran from 1883 to 2009, and its name became associated with glamour, luxury, intrigue, and even murder! In its heyday, it was the most luxurious train... Read More...
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Afternoon tea in London is one of those quintessential travel experiences and I was very excited to try the Prêt-à-Portea tea at The Berkeley. The name for this fashion-inspired tea is a clever play on the phrase prêt-à-porter which refers to ready-to-wear clothing (a.k.a. off-the-rack) within t... Read More...
If you are trying to see as many highlights as you can in London in one day, you might consider taking a full day London walking tour. These walking tours take you through the heart of the capital city with a knowledgeable local guide and give you a chance to see and learn about London's most famous... Read More...
