In our previous post, we highlighted Scotland’s far northern regions as one of Lonely Planet’s Best Destinations for 2024. Today, we take a look at another destination in the UK, one of the publication’s top ten in the sustainability category.…
Getting Away in the UK with a Digital Detox
Here’s a question for you. When did you last look at your cellphone? And when did you last check your email? In today’s fast-paced world, the constant connection to technology can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Even during our…
Reasons to Visit the Isle of Wight in 2023
We’ve written before about the Isle of Wight and why it’s such a popular holiday destination. It seems the gang at Wanderlust magazine agree. Our last post looked at some of the media love for British destinations this year. So…
County Spotlight: Rutland
If you’re planning your next getaway in England, here’s one place I bet you haven’t considered: Rutland. This tiny landlocked county tends to get overlooked but, if you read this week’s county spotlight, you’ll see that it has a lot…
County Spotlight: Cornwall
The 5th of March is Cornwall Day and so what better way to celebrate than to share some of the treasures of this beautiful UK county with you. Cornwall Day The person behind Cornwall Day being celebrated on March 5th…
Why County Durham Should Be Your Next Destination.
County Durham nestles on the northeast coast of England between Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, North Yorkshire, and Cumbria. It has a long history of mining (both lead and coal), farming, and railways. But it also has strong roots within the…
The Isle of Thanet Coastline
Viking Bay, Broadstairs. © Visit Kent Decades ago, seaside resorts were bustling in the summer with buckets and spades, donkey rides, and Punch and Judy shows. Those days are long gone. Some towns have faded, never quite regaining the glory…
Wales 2018: Year of the Sea
In 2017, Wales shared its history with the world as it marked a Year of Legends. This year, Wales is celebrating its miles of magnificent coastline with the Year of the Sea. Throughout 2018, there will be a variety of…
Discovering the Isle of Wight
Facts and Figures Just two miles off the coast of Hampshire in southern England, the Isle of Wight is known for a number of reasons: sailing, holiday destination, music festival, Beatles song. And so visitors are sure to find something…
Walking The Wales Coast Path
For those who enjoy walking, there can be fewer places on earth with as many options as Great Britain. From gentle strolls through meadowland to bracing mountain climbs, there are many miles to be explored. But Wales went the extra…