At his time of death in 1547, King Henry VIII had over 60 houses in his name, but during his later years, none of them were as important or as magnificently decorated as Hampton Court Palace. Today, Hampton Court Palace makes a great place to visit for tourists and London locals alike for its fascinating [...]
What do you picture when you think “holiday”? Probably somewhere nice and hot on a beach somewhere. Whilst it’s true the UK can’t offer you glistening sands and warm weather, it makes a pretty interesting place to take a holiday when you factor in all the haunted hotels around here. Why not holiday at home [...]
Having the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures is often part of the reason why people travel in the first place. There are foreign languages to learn, fascinating cuisine combinations to try for the first time, and alien norms and values to abide by. However, these experiences come with their unfortunate faux pas [...]
Packing for a holiday can be a nightmare, made even worse with the fear of forgetting the essentials. Plenty can go wrong, from leaking liquids to overstuffing your suitcase. We’ve put together a list of helpful packing tips and tricks so you can forget the stress and pack like a pro. Give Stains a [...]
So you’ve picked your destination, bought yourself a snazzy new swimming costume, and booked your flight and hotel. But if you’re dreading your first flight, it may be putting a dampener on the pre-holiday excitement. It’s understandably daunting, regardless of how old you are. “What should I pack?” “How will I know where I should [...]
With holiday season approaching, chances are you’ll be thinking about catching a plane to your favourite beach sometime soon. Unfortunately, so will everyone else. This time of the year brings with it warm weather, golden sands, and congestion. Gatwick is the UK’s second biggest airport, meaning flight delays are an even likelier occurrence. We’ve [...]
The very thought of escaping to golden sands and clear blue skies is enough to put anyone in a good mood, however, the journey there is rarely as thrilling. Having to worry about getting up at goodness knows when, to get in long queues with excitable children, before finding out the airport has managed to [...]
You might have an array of attractions already planned for your stay in Surrey, but have you heard of these beauty spots? The south of England is distinguished by its vast, beautiful countryside and plethora of British wildlife. If you find yourself with time to spend in Surrey, you should make sure these picturesque destinations [...]
Are you a chocolate fiend? If Easter this year doesn’t satisfy your chocolate cravings, then why not head down to Brighton for a Chocolate Walking Tour by Chocolate Ecstasy Tours. Chocolate Ecstasy Tours were founded in 2005, a time when most people's spam filters wouldn’t allow the word “ecstasy” through. The guides are a vibrant [...]
Nestled, in an infamous area of “Outstanding Natural Beauty”, sits Borde Hill Gardens. Borde Hill boasts a combined space of parkland, garden, and woodland of over 200 acres. The garden itself is 17 acres large, and is designed as a stunning series of “outdoor rooms”, each with its own theme and matching scent, the tranquil [...]
