Lost In Landmarks

Kirsty Bartholomew - history and travel addict

Hi and thanks for stopping by! This is my corner of the internet where I share my love for travelling and also my appreciation for the history of the world – two things that go together quite well I think!

I’m aiming to champion the amazing history of our world through this blog, sharing the best historical places to go, things to see and sharing why they’re important.

I travel with my husband James almost always and sometimes with our dog Annie and sometimes with our kids who are almost grown now. Not only do we love history destinations, but also road trips and out of season travelling in the winter (I blame getting married in February – so many city anniversary trips!!). Our favourite places are Scotland, England, Europe and USA but so much more to explore!

Want to know more about us? See here or take a look around the site.

Tips for visiting NYC in winter

by Kirsty | September 9, 2019 | Destinations | 0 Comments

New York City in winter is a dream come true – at least in the planning stages! It sounds amazing and Christmas in the Big Apple is a bucket list item for sure but if you’re not prepared you might well have the coldest trip you have ever imagined and end...

5 gorgeous hotels overlooking Edinburgh Castle

by Kirsty | September 2, 2019 | Destinations | 0 Comments

I recently visited Edinburgh on an anniversary celebratory trip and to make it a more first class experience I really wanted a room with a view of Edinburgh castle. Honestly, it was the best thing we did and our room really made our Edinburgh break amazing. If...

Ancient sites in Scotland: stone circles, villages & mystery

by Kirsty | July 31, 2019 | Destinations, Historical sites | 0 Comments

Scotland is a land full of mystery, history and legend and if you’re visiting the country and have an interest I highly recommend a trip to see some of the many ancient sites the country has to offer. Many are a little out of the way in the outer islands like...

Royal attractions in London – palaces, castles and gardens

by Kirsty | July 30, 2019 | Destinations | 0 Comments

If you’re a fan of the British Royal family or you’re interested in the regal history and heritage of the UK then London is a fantastic place with so many things to do that relate to it. In this blog post we’re looking at Royal attractions in London...

Visiting Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh: Tours, Bobby and Harry Potter

by Kirsty | July 23, 2019 | Destinations | 1 Comment

If you’re staying in Edinburgh and fancy a bit of solitude away from the crowds then I recommend a visit to Greyfriars Kirkyard. It’s located in the old town, not too far away from the Royal Mile but you wouldn’t know it since it’s so...

Isle of Skye attractions

by Kirsty | July 22, 2019 | Destinations | 0 Comments

The Isle of Skye is one of the most popular highland vacation spots in Scotland and for good reason. There is a huge amount to do on this island whether the weather is being kind to you or whether you’re being treated to one of the regular downpours in the...

The 10 best castles in Germany to visit: history and beauty

by Kirsty | July 17, 2019 | Destinations, Historical sites | 0 Comments

German castles are something else and are often just like something out of a fairytale, not surprising since many fairytales originated in these areas. They are picturesque but more than that they are full of amazing history. Some look older than others but are...

A helpful guide to visiting the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh

by Kirsty | July 4, 2019 | Destinations, Historical sites | 0 Comments

If you’re at all a fan of the British Royal family, royal history in the UK, Mary, Queen of Scots, or all 3 of them, then a trip to the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a must. The palace is one of the official residences of the Queen when she’s visiting...

5 romantic Northumberland castles to visit

by Kirsty | June 28, 2019 | Destinations, Historical sites | 0 Comments

One of my favourite areas to visit in the UK is the Northumberland coast. There are many reasons for this, it’s a beautiful area, it’s relatively quiet even in the peak holiday season but most of all I just love the history of the area. There are so many...

Budget accommodation in UK – cheap options for your England or Scotland vacation

by Kirsty | June 5, 2019 | Destinations | 0 Comments

If you’re coming to the UK on vacation or planning to tour around the country you might be curious as to what the best options are for your budget. There are so many different accommodation options in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and each one...