Depending on the type of travel you like, visiting Scotland in winter could sound like an absolute dream or a bit of a nightmare! It’s actually our preferred time to visit though and it’s overwhelmingly our most common time to go. Here are some tips for your winter vacation in Scotland and some ideas on […]
Category Archives: Destinations
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Sep
History lovers looking for WW2 sites in London will find a wealth of museums at their disposal. It’s probably not the sole reason people will visit London, but if you enjoy learning about WW2 you’ll find plenty there to keep you occupied. Having a son who loves learning about World War 2 we’ve almost always […]
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Sep
Sep
If you don’t want to stay in the hustle and bustle of central London but still want a great place to spend a few days in the city then I really recommend staying in Greenwich. It’s one of my favourite places outside of the centre and as well as being pretty, safe and accessible there’s […]
There are some utterly amazing places to see in the UK but sometimes it can be so hard to decide where to go. If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed then this list of the UNESCO sites in the UK should help to give you some ideas and inspiration especially if your interests include heritage, history […]
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Sep
Sep
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 up spending your […]
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Sep
Sep
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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Jul
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 Orkney (and why some […]
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Jul
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 and they are all within the Greater […]
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Jul
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 peaceful. You’ll get a stunning view of the castle too […]
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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 area. If you like natural […]
