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 […]
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8 Facts About the Galapagos
Travelling to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands is on many travellers bucket lists. It’s the ultimate location for experiencing a bit of life off-grid, up-close animal encounters and one-of-a-kind landscapes … to name a few! With its unique, tropical location on the Equator, the Galapagos is the perfect year-round destination as temperatures […]
Beginners Guide to British Slang
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 […]
A Muggle’s Guide to Harry Potter’s Britain
Britain brings to life the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Experience the magic of the destinations that inspired J.K. Rowling’s legendary series by visiting these sites! Elephant House, Edinburgh Often referred to as the birthplace of Harry Potter, this gourmet coffee shop was the site where J.K. Rowling put pen […]
6 Sites You Need to See in Scotland
From the pastoral landscapes of the Highlands where time stands still, to the cityscapes that embrace traditional and modern vision, there’s no denying the contrasting beauty that Scotland beholds. If you’re wanting to experience the best of both worlds on your Scottish adventure, these are some of our not-to-miss top […]
10 Cracking Things You Didn’t Know About Britain
From funky, to funny and downright FORE, good ole Britain is steeped in goodness … and a decent share of unusual facts. Check out our top 10 fascinating facts: 1. Everywhere in England is no more than 120km from the ocean. 2. The world’s oldest music shop opened in Cardiff […]