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History, Top Tips, UK

Brief guide to accessible National Trust sites in England

December 18, 2013 by Guest Author 3 Comments
Britain is home to many historic buildings, gardens, coastlines, forests and villages. The National Trust works hard to preserve these places and spaces, allowing the public to enjoy them in all their glory. The vast majority of National Trust sites have some form of wheelchair access, and with this in...
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Europe, Infographic, Top Tips

Travel to Brittany and the Loire Valley – Ferry vs Plane

December 10, 2013 by Guest Author 3 Comments
The Loire Valley is one of the most popular destinations in France.  British tourists visit there all year round, travelling around the beautiful countryside, cruising along the river and discovering the magnificent Chateaux of this historic part of the country. The best way to get around this region is by...
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Top Tips, Transport, UK

Fly above London on Emirates AirLine cable car

November 7, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 9 Comments
Every year the World Travel Market is held at ExCel London in the heart of Docklands.  It’s a mad, hectic whirlwind few days, showcasing virtually every country on the planet.  It’s where the good, the bad and the travelling wilburys come together to share travel stories, tourism best practice, current...
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Maiden Tower on Bosphorus Istanbul Turkey - photo Zoe Dawes
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Top 3 historic sights you must see in Istanbul, Turkey

November 1, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 24 Comments
Watching the sun rise across the Bosphorus illuminating three of the best-known sites in Istanbul– the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (aka The Blue Mosque), Hagia Sophia (or Ayia Sofia) and Topkapi Palace was a joy. Pink and turquoise light bounced off the quaint little Maiden Tower as ferries, fishing boats and yachts...
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Australasia, Blog trip, Culture, Top Tips

5 Things to Do in Darwin, Northern Territory in Australia

September 1, 2013 by Zoe Dawes 10 Comments
On my first visit to Australia, to see glorious Uluru and quirky Alice Springs, I stayed in Darwin, capital city of the Northern Territory.  It's a laid-back port with a steamy sub-tropical climate, some very quirky sights and rather unprepossessing architecture.  It was badly bombed in WWII and on Christmas...
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Accommodation, Middle East, Top Tips

The exotic otherness of extreme Dubai

August 20, 2013 by Guest Author 7 Comments
The most memorable travel experiences are those which take us out of our comfort zones and throw us into new worlds. The experience of another culture and a different way of life is powerful to say the least.  Travel allows us to see things through new lenses, to take in...
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Interesting things to do in marvellous Great Malvern

August 2, 2013 by Guest Author 5 Comments
Regular contributor Barry McCann shares some of his favourite things to do from his visit to elegant Great Malvern in Worcestershire, the heart of England. Great Malvern and the Malvern Hills – photo vistithemalverns.co.uk Many have tasted its famous spring water, but there are many more quirky delights to be...
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