Where to stay in Brussels Best place to Stay in Brussels for tourists Brussels has 19 main municipalities, but the most important tourist attractions are to be found in the following Brussels’ neighborhoods: Brussels-City, Ixelles, Saint-Gilles, Schaerbeek, and Koekelberg. The Metro in Brussels lets you explore the sights easily though, so finding the best area to …
Northumberland, the northernmost county in North East England, is blessed with a great share of historic buildings, but one of the most stunning has to be Bamburgh Castle. As you travel towards the village of Bamburgh, you can’t help but spot the huge castle in the distance. Perched high upon a 180 foot rocky crag which …
Gone are the days of trying to squeeze umpteen maps, guidebooks or currency converter gadgets into your luggage – now all you need are travel apps. The number of travel apps available has increased considerably over the last year alone. There are apps for maps, apps to help you plan your trip, apps for currency …
Once the home of one of London’s traditional fruit and vegetable markets, Spitalfields Market has now been transformed into a vibrant and bustling market place with a large variety of goods, including the works of an array of contemporary artists. If you love exploring markets and hunting for bargains or unusual finds, then head to …
If you’re looking for something a bit different to do for a holiday, aren’t averse to a bit of work, and want to experience hands on life as part of an historic property, garden or estate, then why not try a working holiday? There are a variety of working holiday opportunities to take part in with …
If you’re visiting Salisbury, near Stonehenge in Wiltshire, then the historic Salisbury Cathedral, which has the tallest spire in Britain, is a must-see on your itinerary. But if you’re there later in the afternoon, rather than simply exploring inside and admiring the imposing exterior of this impressive medieval cathedral, why not stay to experience Choral …
For overseas visitors on a trip to the UK, visiting heritage and historic sites is often a top priority, but visiting those sites over holidays can be an expensive proposition. Individual ticket prices can really add up, especially if you’re visiting numerous places or have a large family. However, if you know where to go …
The recent spell of cold, wintry weather in Scotland, with its heavy snowfalls, might not have been welcomed by everyone, but for those keen on skiing in Scotland, it couldn’t have come at a better time. Two of the five main centres for skiing in Scotland, and two of the oldest, are Glenshee and Glencoe. Both …
It’s not often you find museums depicting the home life and work of fictional characters, but that’s the case with The Sherlock Holmes Museum on London’s Baker Street. Sherlock Holmes is the memorable character created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who lived at the fictional address, 221B Baker Street, London from 1881 to 1904 and …
Traditional outdoor winter ice skating has soared in popularity in recent years, both amongst children and families, those just wanting to have a go on the ice and, of course, the serious skaters. Each year, special outdoor rinks are installed in various locations throughout Scotland to indulge one’s skating passion. Like England and Wales, some excellent outdoor skating …