Located in central England, the Cotswolds was designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty back in 1966. Among England’s many pretty landscapes, this area is a remarkable place to visit on a UK vacation. Meanwhile, the Cotswolds include a series of rolling hills dubbed the Cotswolds Hills, which run from the meadows of the upper River Thames area through an...
Everywhere that celebrates Christmas sees the locals put up decorations and sparkling lights, but some places offer a magical experience. The following are some of the top locations to spend the holidays this year. As there is only one month to go until the big day, make a note to visit one of these magical locations at Christmas in 2024. Visit Santa Claus in...
The city of London offers many iconic sights, such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. However, these locations aren’t particularly fun for the kids to visit. It turns out England’s capital has many great attractions for the whole family to enjoy on a UK vacation. Here, we briefly explore some of the city’s fabulous play areas, as well as a...
The Cotswolds is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is an area of England, 25 miles in width and 60 miles in length. Encompassing several English counties, it starts in the Upper Thames, heading through Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, while also touching Somerset, Warwickshire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire. What makes this area of England such a remarkable...
One of the most relaxing ways to experience Europe is by renting a canal boat and heading out to explore the canals of the Netherlands, England and France. Many options exist for couples and families to climb onboard for an adventure, where you are the captain and crew. This means that you can choose where to go and where to stop along the way. Cruise the quiet...
These days there is much talk about reducing our carbon footprint whilst traveling the world and one of the best methods is to travel by train. While it might sometimes take a little longer than flying, it can be far more enjoyable. In fact, traveling by rail can become a vacation in itself. For those who love relaxing on a train and watching this beautiful world go...
As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, Europe begins to put on an amazing display of fall colors. The oranges, reds, yellows and browns are a great reward after a long, ultra-hot summer, so where are the best countries to visit in Europe for stunning fall foliage? Read on to find out where you can see the best autumnal shades this coming fall to share on...