Stretching for a mammoth 630 miles through Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset, the South West Coast Path is one of the most epic walking trails in the UK. This is the longest “National Trail” in the country, and I can tell you from first-hand experience that it’s also one of the toughest. This is a […]
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Located on the western shores of Great Britain, Wales might be small, but this is a nation with proud Celtic roots that’s evolving into one of Europe’s best destinations. Wales, with its soaring highlands, long sandy beaches, and rugged coastline, is a land that’s steeped in natural beauty. The Welsh language and accent are soft
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Known for its street art, colorful wharf, and the infamous incident when locals threw the statue of a 17th-century slave trader into the harbor, Bristol, UK is a destination that never fails to surprise. Located in the heart of the West Country, this is where English traditions collide head-on with the UK’s modern multiculturalism, making
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The South West 660 is an epic road trip taking you to the best beaches and tourist attractions along the coast of South West England. A relatively new road trip route (it was only formally established in 2022), you can be one of the first people to drive its 660-mile length through Somerset, Devon, Dorset,
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Known to history as the home of arrow-toting outlaw Robin Hood, there’s much more to modern Nottingham than its medieval hero. A confident city set in the heart of the Midlands, its huge student population gives the nightlife a big buzz, while its imposing castle firmly roots Nottingham in its storied past. Venture below ground
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From Christmas markets and carol concerts to polar nights and winter sunshine, December is one of the most diverse times to visit Europe. Head north and you can experience the cold chill of an Arctic winter in remote destinations like Tromso or Reykjavik, while in Finnish Lapland, a trip to Rovaniemi will bring you to
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You can feel the weight of history when you walk along Stratford-upon-Avon’s High Street. Timber-framed Tudor houses still line medieval thoroughfares, while the lasting legacy of The Bard, the market town’s most famous son, follows you everywhere. Located on the beautiful banks of the River Avon, this is the hometown of Shakespeare. Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace
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As the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, the world unites in a spectacular celebration of music, fireworks, and hope for the year ahead. The end of the holiday season is an excellent time to travel and discover how the rest of the world welcomes a new beginning. Whatever your ideal celebration looks like, the
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I still remember the first time I saw the Tower of London. I was awed by the site of a medieval building that still towered over much of modern London, and as a child, I quickly came to love the myths, history, and legends embedded in the UK’s best castles. From then on, I was
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Bristol is one of the most exciting city breaks in the United Kingdom. The home of renowned street artist Banksy is an alternative powerhouse, and whether you love contemporary art or fusion cuisine, Bristol is always pushing boundaries and setting trends. Infamous for tearing down the statue of slave trader Edward Colston and throwing it
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