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A former European City of Culture in 1990, Glasgow’s arts and culture scene has only grown in the years since, with ever more prestigious ceremonies and events taking place in Scotland’s largest city. If you’re visiting Glasgow on a cultural excursion, you’ll find a wealth of museums and galleries dedicated to various elements of the city, the country, aspects of…

Historically one of the United Kingdom’s most important seaside town, Bournemouth is an enchanting resort that has experienced a recent revival. In the past, the city has been touted as ‘a Mediterranean resort on the English Channel’. Well, Bournemouth doesn’t have the climate or the turquoise waters to match a Mediterranean coast township, but it does have a nice sandy…

The coastal area of Cornwall is one of the most popular destinations for luxury holidays in England. There are an abundance of recreational spots and activities to partake of. Everything about the area lends itself to creating a fabulous vacation atmosphere; breathtaking landscape, temperate climate, fascinating culture, as well as lots of amusements. Diversity of the County Cornwall offers the…

Stretching from Winchester to Eastbourne, the South Downs Way is 160km long, clearly signposted, and offers the opportunity to see some beautiful unspoilt countryside without having to travel too far from major cities or access points. Popular with walkers, cyclists and horse riders, it is an easily accessible route, ideal for either long hikes or short walks. If you are…

There are no active volcanoes in the UK, which is great, though it does mean Brits have to go abroad to try the new and bizarre sport of Volcano Surfing. Brits will also struggle to find a good place for Skijoring, where you put on skis and get pulled along by horses or dogs. While these both sound amazing, there…

A complete guide to the biggest and best theme parks in the UK, including Alton Towers, Thorpe Park and Chessington World of Adventures.

For many international visitors who head to Edinburgh in August for the Edinburgh International Festival and associated arts festivals, Scotland’s capital is inextricably linked with the summer season – even if the UK’s unreliable weather means this entails rain as much as bright and sunny days. However, people hoping to experience a more romantic and reflective side of Edinburgh are…

With 28 UNESCO World Heritage Sites stretching across the UK why not spend a weekend of adventure discovering the fascinating history of the British Isles. While there are many sites that everyone has heard of, with Stonehenge being the most famous, there are so many more across the country waiting to be discovered. So take a trip of discovery today.

There’s much more to London than Big Ben, the Eye and red telephone booths. When you visit this historic city, you don’t have to stick to the tourist path – instead, you can have a unique experience filled with activities that actually interest you. Most tourists overlook the following ten secret spots when they visit London, but you don’t have…

No longer satisfied with the hum of idle chat at dinner, diners are looking for a side dish of something more exciting when eating out in London. London is famous for its West End shows, and with the ever-growing popularity of cabaret restaurants, diners can now combine sumptuous cuisine with spectacular live performance. For a touch of glamour and an electrifying…