The Cotswolds may seem like a quaint and idyllic vacation destination, but we know better. We’ve seen the murder mysteries. It’s not just a haven for fictional murderers, either. The Cotswolds are chock full of offbeat, strange, and downright sinister activities to help you indulge your inner weirdo. To help you get started, we’ve gathered …
One of the loveliest things about British culture is that for all the friendly arguments and name-calling, most people are happy to pitch in when someone needs a little help – and that’s exactly what was needed at one Southampton bookshop this week. After a rent increase left them unable to afford their old digs, …
Read moreSouthampton Residents Create a Human Chain to Help Move a Local Bookshop
Overtourism in the UK Lately, it seems like there’s been an increase in articles about the impact of tourism in the UK, and spoiler alert – most of it’s not good news. Inconsiderate tourists are flooding popular destinations, trashing the countryside, and generally making life harder for both residents and responsible visitors. Tourism in the …
Prime Day 2018 is on July 16th, and while there are far too many sales and deals to list here, there is one we wanted to point out. Today, you can try Kindle Unlimited for 3 months for 99 cents. It’s normally $9.99/month, which is still a great value for voracious readers – but this …
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When you think of the quintessential British eccentric, you probably imagine something like an old lady with a dog in a pram, or some fellow in a flat cap who knows the name of every steam train ever to roll through the British railway system – or maybe even a gongoozler. What you probably don’t …
Read moreAll Bars Flying Trapeze at the Edge of the Cotswolds
One of the most common misconceptions I hear about UK travel is that idea that if you venture outside of London or Edinburgh, you have to rent a car. Renting a car in the UK comes with a host of issues many travelers would prefer to avoid – driving on the opposite side of the …
Read more6 North Yorkshire Market Towns You Can Visit by Train
Very often when I’m talking with people about travel to the UK, I’ll hear someone say something like, “I’ll definitely be avoiding Manchester, their crime rate is way too high,” or “I’d love to visit Manchester but I’m not sure it’s safe.” Sometimes, those people are from American cities – even places like St. Louis …
As a non-gazillionaire who loves to travel to the UK (and elsewhere) as often as possible, I’ve learned quite a few tricks to help fund the habit. One of my more recent favorites – and one that’s very relevant this time of year – is to use cashback sites for any online shopping I do. …
Read moreHow to Use Your Christmas Shopping to Help You Save for Your Dream UK Vacation
It’s Cyber Monday, and that means loads of Kindle deals – perfect for those long, cold winter nights by the fireplace (or space heater). We’ve sorted through the entire list to find the ones related to the British Isles. Enjoy! General Fiction James Herriot Novels – Three novels from the famed Yorkshire vet are on …
Although most of us prefer to visit the UK in spring, summer, or fall, there’s a lot to be said for a winter visit. Christmas in the UK is magical, especially if you’re lucky enough to catch the Northern Lights in Scotland or fresh snow in the countryside. If you happen to venture over in …