Travelettes

5 reasons you should consider a staycation in the North East of England.

08/19/2020

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The North East of England seems to many people an unlikely place to head for a weekend or a short staycation, people often dismiss the idea and opt for somewhere sunnier and further down south. However, what people don't realise is there are so many things that make the North East the perfect place for that getaway. 1. The People The North East of Engl[...]

WTF is Champing?

03/06/2020

Jodie

England, Off the beaten track

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A little known term that you may very well have never heard uttered previously - the name "champing" is a cute abbreviation of "church camping". And church camping is, well, camping in churches - perhaps unsurprisingly. But I don't mean flinging up a 2 man pop up in the cemetery - champing means actually camping inside the church buildings themselves. To be [...]

What to Expect at a Yoga Festival

09/08/2017

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England, Festivals, Guide F

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When you think of festivals, you may think of glitter, booze, dancing, raging hangovers and general mayhem. The majority of England'sÂ festivals have all of that and more, but why not take some time out from the rollercoaster ride of festival season for something that will nourish you both inside and out, and leave you feeling better than you arrived: a yoga[...]

Experience Glastonbury - A Festival for all your Senses

07/04/2017

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England, Festivals

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I cannot believe I am here. My first thought while standing in front of the colorful Glastonbury sign overlooking the huge festival area. After having bought the tickets last October, not knowing which tragedies would cross my life's path the following months - including a cancer diagnosis. Now I am closeÂ to tears, thankful and looking forward to some o[...]

Our England Bucket List: The Most Beautiful Places in England

04/17/2017

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England, Travel Tips

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Home to David Beckham, fish & chips, Big Ben, and The Beatles, England is a small but historically rich and naturally diverse country. Don’t t let the size fool you - there are countless things to do and see while traveling through England. While it’s s hard to narrow down our top picks, the following spots should definitely be included on your travel bu[...]

18 Fun Things to Do in Manchester

04/12/2017

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Cities, England, Manchester

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It might not have Big Ben or Buckingham Palace or extortionate rent prices, but Manchester does have a lot to offer. Located in the North of England, the city is often missed in favour of the Southern capital. While it's certainly a lot smaller than London, and a lot less touristy, what it does have is a huge variety of music, arts and food scenes waiting fo[...]

5 Ways the Lake District took me by Surprise

04/07/2017

Kathi

Countryside, England

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My favorite trips are always the ones that take me by surprise. A weekend in the Lake District of North West England was one such trip. The Lake District had never really been on my radar. I had heard about it, of course - everyone from Cornwall to Aberdeen knows about the Lake District. It is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK. It's f[...]

The Travelettes Itinerary: One Week in North West England

04/03/2017

Kathi

England, Liverpool, Manchester, Road Trips, Wanderlust F

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Rushing through the UK is easily done - tick London, Oxford and Edinburgh off your list, and you're good to head on to the next place. But the UK has so much more to offer than its bustling capital, historical university towns and picturesque castles. I recently explored the northwestern regions of England over a couple of weekends, and think that adding [...]

A Foodie Guide to York, England

10/29/2016

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Cities, England, Food & Drink, York

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York may be a city best known for its crumbling walls and exquisite Minster but those who know it a little better know it for its food too. For a city of its size, itâ€™s punching well above its weight for choice of independent restaurants, cafes and bars. York is a must stop on your UK itinerary, whether you are into chocolate, sweeties, English ales or [...]

A weekend in one of London's finest hotels

08/15/2016

Katja

Cities, England, Favs F, Hotels, London

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It was the first day of 5 weeks full of travel for me and my 2-year old son Atlas. We were to go seeÂ 6 countries, visit 10 different hotels and in the end go on a cruise through the Mediterranean Sea. It was to be an epic holiday and this is where it all began. I couldn't have asked for a better beginning. London is a city close to my heart, it has b[...]