Contrary to popular belief, you might be surprised to learn that Halloween actually began with the Celts, who marked October 31 as summer’s end. On this night they believed that the boundary between the world of the living and the world of the dead was blurred and in an effort […]
From the cities and scenery to the people and history – Britain and Ireland sure do pack in a lot of greatness. What’s more, the food over there is to die for! From hearty comfort food dishes to sweet treats galore, eating in Britain and Ireland feels like eating a […]
Film and television can be huge draw cards for attracting tourism to travel destinations; The Lord of the Rings for New Zealand, Tiffany’s Manhattan flagship store from Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider for Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom in Cambodia. If you’re planning a trip to Britain […]
Although a hop, skip and a jump across the globe might land you in an English speaking country, don’t be surprised if you find it difficult to communicate with the Brits because of different dialects, heavy accents and unfamiliar colloquialisms. Have a look at the terms below and use this […]
It’s one thing to travel the world and see all the sites, however to really experience a destination, you need to get to know and live like the locals. Travelling on a tight itinerary can make this difficult, but not impossible. Attending annual events in different locations all over the […]
From Abbey Road to Winchester Castle and everything in between, there’s no denying that there is an abundance of must-see sights in London. While there is plenty of opportunity for history, natural beauty and cosmopolitan chic in England’s capital, there’s also a lot more to be seen outside of the […]