Category Archives: Travel Tips & Tricks

We love London, and with so much to see and do in this vibrant city it is clear to see why. England’s capital is a truly unique city, with a rich diverse culture and electric atmosphere that is tangible and … Continue reading →

Cycling is one of the purest forms of exercise. There is no better thrill than the rush of wind past you as you accelerate downhill, with nothing but you and the road to think about.  Britain is one of the … Continue reading →

If you are new to the world of film festivals then you might be forgiven for thinking that they are the kind of thing which only those with a vested interest and celebrities attend.  To some extent this is true … Continue reading →

When people talk about London’s West End they are usually referring to theatreland, and for good reason too, as London is home to one of the best theatre districts in the world.  However, there is a good deal more to … Continue reading →

It is well known that Oxford Street is one of the best places to shop in London, but if you are planning a trip to the city and want to experience the hub of London’s shopping districts then you might … Continue reading →

One of Napoleon’s most famous remarks when talking about England was that it was ‘L’Angleterre est une nation de boutiquiers’, a nation of shopkeepers. Whilst he uttered these words more than 200 years ago, and his intent was to be … Continue reading →

London has a rich heritage in music and has been the epicentre for the majority of movements within the musical world from the emergence of The Beatles in the 1960s and that iconic photograph to The Sex Pistols and punk … Continue reading →

London has a fantastic public transport system, and one which can be ideal for visitors to the city who want a cost-effective way of exploring all that London has to offer. However, because London is such a busy and bustling … Continue reading →

In recent years there have been many criticisms of London and how expensive it is to visit, and to live, there.  When discussing weekend breaks, people are often directed away from the capital city and towards other cities in the … Continue reading →

Great Cumberland Place is an area within Marylebone in London.  It is right in the centre of the capital city within the City of Westminster and is a great place to see many of the interesting attractions and landmarks which … Continue reading →