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UK Travel Guide
First lets define the UK, the UK or United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland includes England, Wales and Scotland on the larger of the two main British Isles and also Northern Ireland, also known as Ulster, on the smaller western island, Ireland, but the UK does not include the Republic of Ireland to the south of Northern Ireland, also known as Eire. If that sounds confusing then when you come to the UK and travel the different ...
Glamping in UK
Glamping is quickly growing in popularity in the UK and Ireland, some say that in these austere times people are avoiding going abroad to save money but the reality is that people are simply becoming more aware of the beauty of the British Isles and taking time to discover what there is. Glamping itself has also been a catalyst of course, letting you get close to the most beautiful spots while still having the luxury you would expect in a h...
Top 10 Adventure Sports in the UK
From water sports on the UK’s rivers and along its coasts to land based adventure sports that often take in some of the UK’s most beautiful, and often rugged, terrain the UK is a extreme sport’s enthusiasts dream; in Scotland there is even regular snow in winter. A lot of people may say that health and safety in the UK has gone mad but when it comes to adventure sports you will be pleased to know that the UK has some of the best and s...
Top 10 hiking trails in UK
A lot of visitors to the UK only stay in the cities, sometimes only London, and if they do see anything else it is often from a train or coach window. If you want to see a different side of England, Scotland or Wales then get out of foot on some of these great hiking trails. These top ten trails are chosen for a mixture of the landscapes they take in, famous natural beauty spots and the range of interesting villages, towns and cities they p...
25 Places to Visit in UK
The UK is a fairly small country to look at on a map, it is though packed with things to do: beautiful towns and cities, great attractions, countryside and of course a lot of history. No corner of the UK is ‘boring’ everywhere you will find things to do and great facilities as well for tourists: whether you are camping, staying in a hotel or staying in other accommodation. Many tourists from outside of the UK go to London and stay in...
5 Reasons to Stay in the UK This Summer
Every year UK residents by the thousands pack up and head off to a foreign destination for their holidays. In fact, statistics show that Brits are among the worlds most well-traveled when it comes to annual holidays. Many think that's primarily due to the region's unpredictable weather and the desire for sun and warm temperatures. But the number of Brits traveling abroad has been falling in recent years for several different reasons. Some o...
3 Most Secret and Spectacular Beaches in the UK
The summer season is nearly upon us and we are all craving a little of the sun, sea, sand experience and that much needed relaxation time. Lazy days on the beach are a big part of people's holiday and finding one that is rich in beauty as well as relatively unknown can be extremely difficult. Everyone knows the stereotypical beaches that are crammed full of sunbathers and the difficulty people have in relaxing because of the sheer amount of pe...
5 Places to Visit in Yorkshire
Yorkshire, England has always been considered one of the most breathtaking spots in the country. The northern landscapes have inspired writers such as the Bronte sisters to write sweeping romances set upon the purple blanket of the heather flocked moors and the austere coastline with its chalk cliffs and surprisingly cheerful seaside towns. There are so many beautiful places to visit in Yorkshire, but for those on limited time here are five "m...
