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The UK may not be the first place in the world you think of when it comes to beaches, but you may be surprised at some of the fantastic sandy havens scattered around the country.…

From Madame Tussaud’s to the London Eye, here are the top tourist attractions in London other than the Big Ben Clock Tower. Most of these attractions are free, so add on a stay at one…

For any visitor to Great Britain interested in exploring the rich historic past of the island the problem they will face is an embarrassment of riches.  With limited time and so many sights to see,…

canals in Birmingham

Birmingham, England is one of the UK’s largest cities has a number of attractions and activities for tourists to do. Whether you would like to explore art galleries, take part in breathtaking, heart pumping action…

England in the winter olympics 2014

With Great Britain in a multitude of events at this Winter Olympics in Sochi 2014, Crystal Ski had this really cool infographic made with some of the athletes to look out for as well some…

church in london

As the Christmas season and the New Year festivities have been and gone, now would be a perfect time for you to take a weekend break to our fair capital, to spend some quality time…

Rome Airport

Jetting off for a holiday abroad is an undeniably exciting time – but there’s a major hurdle to leap before you touch down on foreign soil and even think about unpacking your bikini or Speedos…

Ever wanted to sail the seven seas with the elite? While cruises do make great budget holidays, there is no reason why you can’t rub shoulders with some A List personalities with more cash then they probably…

There is just so much to reveal about the top reasons to visit the United Kingdom. The United Kingdom consists of four constituent countries namely England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland with London as its…

Nine Standards Rigg on a sunny day

When temperatures take a downward spiral, it’s tempting to send your walking boots to the back of the cupboard and spend the next few months hibernating in front of the fire. It doesn’t make sense…

The Isle of Wight is a fantastic holiday destination if you’re watching your spending – and even if you’re not, for that matter! Today I’ll be looking at what you can do on this beautiful…

bridges in New Castle England

One of the most fascinating things about the UK’s historic cities is the way they mix the new with the old. Newcastle is, in my opinion, among the very best places to experience this, home…

London on a sunny day.

Although London is one of the most fascinating and captivating cities in the world, it also happens to be one of the most expensive. If you add up the cost of accommodation, activities and entertainment,…

waterway in Nottingham

The best time to visit Nottingham, England is usually around April to August since this period provides the most suitable climate for tourism exploits. However, if you plan to immerse yourself in its legacy, you…

stressed woman

Stress? What stress?! I have a friend who spends the entire two weeks prior to her long-awaited holiday panicking, freaking out and generally making her blood pressure soar. Where’s the fun? I hear you ask.…

Castles in England

Leicester is the perfect place to take the family and whether you’re a child or an adult, you’ll find lots of things to do. Whether you’re on a tight budget and looking for cheap entertainment, wanting to…