To walk in the center of Oxford, a city just fifty miles from London, is to walk in the footsteps of the renowned University of Oxford’s many notable alumni, including: kings, saints, prime ministers, Monty Python performers, and the writers who brought us Narnia and Lord of the Rings. Rather than being set aside in a separate […]
Many times I have heard it said that Eco-Friendly hotels are always upscale and expensive! Well this article is for all those wanting to be green while on vacation, but don’t want to break their vacation bank. Wandering the green planet, I have found the following 5 Green hotels in Europe to be charming while meeting green standards, […]
There are a lot of stunning old properties still in existence in the UK and Ightham Mote has to be up there with the best.
Corfe Castle is not only the name of a small village, but also the stunning castle ruins that rise high above it. Located in beautiful Dorset, England, Corfe Castle is well worth the trip. Read more about Corfe Castle.
Down through the middle of Oxford, home of England’s oldest university, runs a north-south axis that takes you past interesting churches, towers and colleges, to a gorgeous meadow. This axis starts with a road called St Giles’, it continues with Cornmarket Street, and then changes its name to St Aldate’s. Following this thoroughfare north to south provides […]
Glastonbury, England in Somerset about 120 miles from London, has a long history – a mixture of legends, sacred sites, mysteries and folklore. Today the mystique of the small town is stronger than ever, with visitors flocking in to feel the magic. It’s a magic that comes in many forms.
England is a Country brimming with historical sights and beauty. This is our list for the top 10 sights in England. England is an easy choice for Americans going to Europe for the first time because there is a common language and heritage. Many come to England to see the beautiful villages, stately homes and […]
As you arrive at the ruins of Urquhart Castle in the rural highlands of Scotland, the picturesque scene of deep dark blue waters and lush green mountains could be set anywhere in this scenic part of the country. The world’s most famous lake – Loch Ness – doesn’t look all that different from other lakes […]
Roast chestnuts, festive music, mulled wine and shopping ideas galore – these are just some of the ingredients that make up the traditional Bath Christmas Market.
As the train rolled into the Chester station, it dawned on me that I knew very little about the northern English town where I’d be spending the next few days. Other than a morning meeting with an editor, my schedule for a long April weekend was empty. With an unseasonably warm English spring in full […]