If you’ve ever wanted to drive to Italy from the UK and wondered what the trip was like and whether it was worth the long journey then this blog post is for you. We did the journey a couple of years ago now in a really small car. Yes we could have probably flown and […]
Author Archives: Kirsty
There’s a new and popular driving route in Scotland called the NC500, North Coast 500, which some even say is like Scotland’s Route 66. It’s proven to be a really great destination and it’s perfect for touring with motorhomes and campers. What Scotland’s north coast does have in abundance is beautiful scenery, quiet countryside and […]
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Aug
Aug
Avebury Stone Circle is one of the most impressive bits of ancient history in England, but did you know that it’s actually the largest megalithic stone circle in the world? Many people rate the standing stones even higher than Stonehenge, and it’s not surprising since you can get up close and personal with the […]
06
Aug
Aug
If you just have 5 days to explore Scotland’s highlands and North Coast 500 route then you might be wondering if a) it can be done? and b ) how to plan it to make the most of your time there. In this NC500 5 day itinerary plan I hope to be able to give […]
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Aug
Aug
Bury St Edmunds could just be another small English town if you didn’t know any better and honestly, up until recently I was none the wiser too, but I’ll let you in on the secret now – it’s a gorgeous town, with lots to do and I definitely recommend spending some time there if you […]
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Jul
Jul
If you’re visiting Scotland and you’re looking for castles to visit nearby to Edinburgh then you’re in luck because not only are there 3 that are in the city itself there are another 3 to choose from that I have highlighted here in this guide. There are actually many more around Scotland that you could […]
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Jun
Jun
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 you’re also looking for hotels overlooking Edinburgh Castle […]
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Jun
Jun
Inverness is the largest town in the highlands of Scotland and as such is a great place to base yourself if you’re looking to explore this amazing area of the country. Here’s some of the best day trips from Inverness that you can take when you’re here – some are simple enough to get to, […]
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Jun
Jun
If a day trip to York, England is all you can manage then you’ll be pleased to know that it’s still well worth visiting even if you have limited time here. As part of a larger UK trip or just a day out from your regular routine, York really captures the hearts and minds of […]
Destinations, Historical sites
How you can visit Robin Hood’s Tree hideout in Sherwood Forest – the Major Oak Tree
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Jun
Jun
I think we’ve all heard of Robin Hood haven’t we? For me it was the 90s classic film that ignited a love of the tale. I’d never considered looking for Robin Hood’s tree before though – surely it wasn’t real? Well, in fact there is a legend that says that the huge tree that is […]
