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United Kingdom Travel: Most Popular Articles

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Top 20 Popular Cities
Read about the Top 20 Cities in the UK for visitors and see why people keep coming back again and again.
An Even Dozen "Must-See" Places in the United Kingdom
Sightseeing in the UK: Here's an even dozen of the best, most iconic places to visit outside of London in the UK. From Castles in Wales and Scotland to Shakespeare's England and from the towering giants of Snowdonia, to mysterious Stonehenge -- These are the Greatest Sights in Great Britain.
UK Discount Outlets
Read about UK Discount outlets all over the country with links to the best UK Discount outlets in England, Scotland and Wales
Power Converters and Adaptors
UK Plugs and Adaptors
Travel Shoes for Women
Top picks for the best Comfortable Travel Shoes for women. These travel walking shoes for women are light, smart and styled for city or casual travel. Find out which comfortable walking shoes are the best for your travels.
Baby Animals - Baby Giraffe With its Mother at Longleat Safari Park
Baby Animals - Giraffe Baby With its Mother at Longleat Safari Park
Tipping in the UK
Tipping in the UK - When is Tipping Expected in the UK and How Much To Tip
Harry Potter Locations
Take a Harry Potter Studio tour or visit Harry Potter movie locations all over the UK .
The Chunnel
Channel Tunnel Facts and Information. You can drive between Europe and the UK in your own car. Find out how easy it is to use the Eurotunnel shuttle through the Channel Tunnel.
UK Visas
Frequently Asked Questions about UK Visas and how to find out if you need one.
Cheap UK Trains
Megatrain, Megabus and Megabus-plus offer cheap train and bus travel to selected UK destinations for as little as £1 per journey. Travel to Southampton, Portsmouth, Salisbury, Bath and 85 destinations by train or train and bus for as little as £1
National Rail Enquiries
Guide to National Rail Enquiries. Find UK train times and schedules, fares, service updates, station information, maps and more.
London to Oxford
Details of how to get from London to Oxford by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
London to Cambridge
Details of how to get from London to Cambridge by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
London to Cardiff
Details of how to get from London to Cardiff by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
UK Customs Regulations
Find out about United Kingdom Customs Regulations. What can you bring into the UK from the USA? From other EU countries?
London to Manchester
Details of how to get from London to Manchester by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Last minute Wimbledon Tickets
If you are willing to stand in line, there are inexpensive Wimbledon tickets for sale every day of the Wimbledon Tennis Tournament.
London to Brighton
Details of how to get from London to Brighton by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Windsor Castle - Plan a Visit
Windsor Castle - Plan Your Visit to Windsor Castle, descriptions of what to see and do at Windsor Castle, the world's biggest occupied castle. How to visit the castle.
UK Nudity Law
Find out about Nudity Law in the UK and about nudity on unofficial nude beaches
London to Stratford-upon-Avon
Details of how to get from London to Stratford-upon-Avon by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Pet Travel UK
Pet Travel? Find Out about the Pet Travel Scheme in the UK and How to Bring Your Dog or Cat to the UK.
Wimbledon Tickets
How can you attend Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Find out about the public ballot for tickets and how to queue for Wimbledon tickets on the day.
London to Windsor
Details of how to get from London to Windsor by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Who Needs an IDP
Do I Need and International Driving Permit to Drive in the United Kingdom? What is an International Driving Permit. Find out if you need an International Driving Permit.
Euros in the UK
Can you spend Euros in the UK. Find out where to spend Euros in the UK
High Street FAQ
UK Shopping - Frequently Asked Questions. What is a high street? What are high street shops and what can you buy in them?
UK Romantic Ideas
Looking for romantic things to do in the UK for Valentine's Day, a special occasion or just for the sake of love? Try these UK romantic ideas for inspiration
London to Liverpool
Details of how to get from London to Liverpool by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
London to York
Details of how to get from London to York by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
UK Day Trips From London - Sho
Visiting London? You should try at least one day trip out of the capital for a look what Britain really has to offer. These short, easy day trips are quick alternatives to spending the day in the city.
British Post Code Finder
Post Codes are vital to most British addresses. A handy tool from the Royal Mail helps you find any post code in the UK.
London to Bath
Details of how to get from London to Bath by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Top Ten English Country Houses to Visit
Read about the top ten English Country Houses. Find Links and Pictures of Chatsworth, Blenheim Palace, Castle Howard, Hatfield House, Hardwick House, Waddesdon Manor, Knole, Longleat,Petworth House and Lyme Park. Find out how to visit the best Stately Homes of England
Althorp - Princess Diana Grave
Althorp in Northamptonshire is Princess Diana's burial site. It has been home to her family, the Spencers for 500 years. Althorp is the site of an award winning Diana Princess of Wales Exhibition - Diana: A Celebration as well as the burial site of Princess Diana
UK Customs Database
UK Customs - Defra Personal Import Rules Database Makes UK Customs Clear
Stay Close to London
A round up of the best places to stay that are within easy reach of London but have plenty of charm and attractions of their own.
London to Glasgow
Details of how to get from London to Glasgow by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Bicester Outlet Village
Bicester Village is a designer brand outlet mall about 10 miles from Oxford. Find luxury clothing and products for the home at this discount outlet mall of chic boutiques about an hour from London
Getting Married, UK
Getting Married in the UK. Find out who can get married in the UK and what the requirements are for registration, documentation and immigration matters.
Stay in a Treehouse
Stay in a treehouse to get away from it all. All over the UK, tree house rentals, from luxury pads to hammocks under the stars, are springing up. Find out about some of the best ways to stay in a treehouse in the UK.
London to Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Details of how to get from London to Newcastle-upon-Tyne by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Plan a UK Trip
What does UK travel cost Plan what you can spend on your first UK trip
Average Precipitation and Rainfall in the UK
UK Rainfall Averages by City in Millimeters and Inches, including the wettest and driest months
Bus and Coach Travel
Find bus schedules, cheap tickets, bus routes throughout the UK. Get on the Buses to save money. UK buses and coaches are the cheapest way to get around for intercity and local UK travel.
London to Edinburgh by Train,
Details of how to get from London to Edinburgh by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
UK Webcams
The UK is covered in Webcams. These are some of the best webcams for an overview of UK weather, wildlife, traffic, city and village webcams. .
Emergency Medical Services
Find out about UK medical services for visitors. What medical services are free and how to find emergency medical services in the UK.
VAT
VAT is a tax on most goods and services in the UK. Visitors from outside the EU may not have to pay it. Find out how to get a refund.
Cheap Hotel Chains
Cheap Hotel Chains offer cheap, clean and decent accommodations. Find reliable UK cheap hotel chains for a cheap room in the UK.
How to Order a Beer
Find out what you can order typical British Pub besides beer. Read about wines and spirits and how to order in a pub as well as how to behave in a pub
Best Antique Shopping UK
Some of the best antiques shopping in the UK is found in small towns and villages virtually dedicated to antiques shops and markets.
London to Birmingham
Details of how to get from London to Birmingah by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Best English Gardens
Best English Gardens to Visit - a roundup of the best English gardens with visitor information and pictures.
Music Festival Survival Guide
The Glastonbury Music Festival at the end of June may be the biggest summer music festival in the UK but it isn't the only one. In fact, there are more than 300 summer music festivals in the UK and Ireland. They are huge, excessive and brilliant fun if you come prepared and avoid the pitfalls. These top survival tips will get you to hassle free fun throughout the UK summer festival season.
Best Family Travel Attractions
Family Travel - These are the Best Family Attractions in the UK, Read where to Take Children on Vacation in the UK
Selfridges UK Department Store
Selfridges is a small chain of enormous and comprehensive department stores with an emphasis on luxury and designer goods, exotic foodstuffs and top end brands.
Romantic Castle Hotels
Find a Castle Hotel in England, Scotland and Wales. Stay in a Romantic Castle Hotel
London to Norwich
Details of how to get from London to Norwich by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Snowdonia - Deep Glacial Valleys and Some of the Oldest Rocks on Earth
A traditional Welsh farmstead in Llyn Y Gabair,is dwarfed by the mountains of Snowdonia.
London to Bristol
Details of how to get from London to Bristol by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Average Temperatures in Scotland (Fahrenheit)
Scotland Weather Averages Fahrenheit
London to Nottingham
Details of how to get from London to Nottingham by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Stratford on Avon - Shakespeare's Home Town
Anne Hathaway's Cottage, Stratford-upon-Avon
Dual Voltage Power Strip
These dual voltage power strips are a great idea for plugged in travelers. They eliminate the need to carry multiple foreign adaptor plugs and solve the problem of too few power outlets in most hotel rooms.
British Rail Travel Overview
Britsih Rail Travel Overview: Unlock the mysteries of buying train tickets, all the different British rail fares and how to find the train you need.
50 Free Things To Do in the UK
Vacation fun in the UK doesn't have to cost a bundle. In fact, it doesn't have to cost a penny. Check out my list of 50 fun, free things to do in the UK
UK National Holidays
A list of UK National holidays, called bank holidays, in the United Kingdom. What's open and closed and what are transportation services like on a UK National holiday.
Cheap Eats in the UK
You can find Cheap Eats in the United Kingdom. Here are some good ideas on how to eat well - and cheaply - in the UK
London to Exeter
Details of how to get from London to Exeter by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
The British Islands
All about the British Islands. The Channel Islands are part of Britain but not part of the UK. Read about the unusual and anomalous status of Britain's offshore islands.
Sissinghurst
Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent, is an English country garden connected to the ruins of a Tudor castle and the romantic country cottage of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. Plan your visit to Sissinghurst with this visitor information.
BritRail Passes
Read about BritRail Passes, the cheap and convenient way to tour the UK by train.
Top British Cooking Schools
A list of some of the best residential cookery schools in Britain, selected by food and wine expert Nick Wyke, founder of Looking to Cook
Across the English Channel
Read about crossing the English Channel to the UK. Eurostar, Eurotunnel and a variety of ferry services serve visitors arriving in the UK from all over continental Europe.
Going to Henley
Going to the Henley Royal Regatta - Here's the nitty gritty on what you need to know to attend.
Iron Bridge - The Birthplace of Industry
The Iron Bridge - first opened in 1781 and now part of the UNESCO Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site - spans the Severn Gorge at Ironbridge.
Stonehenge - A Mysterious Presence on the Salisbury Plain
Stonehenge, Britain's most iconic site.
London to Canterbury
Details of how to get from London to Canterbury by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Men's Travel Shoes for Journey
Top Men's Shoes for Journeys and Travelers - pictures, reviews and descriptions with links to buy shoes direct.
The Royal Pavilion - Brighton - Irresistable Excess
The Royal Pavillion in Brighton. Decorated in the Chinese taste the early 19th century with an Indian exterior this Regency Palace is quite breathtaking. The famous sea-side residence was built for King George IV, and was also used by his brother William IV and their niece Queen Victoria.
Windsor Castle - The Royal Family's Weekend Bolt Hole
Picture of Windsor Castle, The Queen's Favorite Home, Seen From the Thames
Cliveden House Hotel
Cliveden House in Taplow, Berkshire is a 300 year old English Stately Home hotel. It was the home of Virginia born Nancy Astor, the first woman member of the British Parliament. Celebrities and politicans have been guests and it was the backdrop of the Profumo-Christine Keeler Affair -- a great sex and politics scandal of the 1960s. Parts of the house are open to the public through the National Trust.
London to Leeds
Details of how to get from London to Leeds by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
York Minster Facts
Fantastic and little known facts about York Minster, England's largest gothic church and one of the largest Medieval Gothic Cathedrals in the world.
London to Margate
Details of how to get from London to Margate by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
London to Sheffield
Details of how to get from London to Sheffield by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Hadrian's Wall - The Northern Border of the Roman Empire
Vindolanda is a fascinating Roman fort and settlement, south of Hadrian's Wall. Recent excavations have uncovered numerous buildings and some of the most unusual and well preserved artifacts from the Roman world. In the superb site museum, set in charming gardens, you can see Roman boots, shoes, armour,jewellery and coins.
3 Fun Things to Do in Bath
There are a lot more fun things to do in Bath England than you may think. After visiting the Roman Baths and enjoying some retail therapy, these three attractions should be on your list.
Do's and Don'ts for Wimbledon
Do's and Don'ts for attending the tennis tournament at Wimbledon, find out what to bring and what not to bring, plus where to buy what you need for Lawn Tennis's biggest fortnight
The Roman Baths and the Pump Room in UK City Of Bath
Pictures of the UK - Sacred Fountain at the Roman Baths
The UK's Seven Wonders
My personal pick of the Seven Wonders of the United Kingdom, inspired by a new poll that picked the wonders of the world
London to Plymouth
Details of how to get from London to Plymouth by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
London to Lincoln
Details of how to get from London to Lincoln by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Edinburgh Castle - An Ancient Fortress in the Heart of a City
Argyll and Sutherland's Highlanders on parade at Edinburgh Castle
RHS Wisley Garden
RHS Wisley, an English Garden. Plan a visit to the RHS demonstration and trial garden, RHS Wisley, an English garden to visit, 20 miles southwest of London. What you'll find at RHS Wisley Garden.
UK Driving Tips
UK and Ireland Driving Directions and Tips - Find top tips for UK and Ireland visitors driving in the British Isles.
Cheap Rooms in the UK
Cheap Rooms - 100 Rooms for Less than £100 - Cheap UK Rooms. Find lists of cheap rooms all over the UK including England, Scotland and Wales. Find cheap London rooms, find cheap Edinburgh rooms, Find Cheap rooms in the Lake District, Find Cheap rooms in York
Camping in Snowdonia
Find recommended campsites in Snowdonia National Park. These recommended campsites are close to Snowdonia's many natural attractions. Find camping for caravans, touring cars and tent campers.
UK Music Fests - Packing Musts
Top 10 Things to Bring to a Music Festival. Heading for one of the UK's big music festivals? You'll want to travel light but here's a list of the top 10 essentials you won't want to forget.
Welcome to Car Boot Sales UK
Car boot sales in the UK are a cross between a flea market, a swap meet and a giant yard sale on steroids
What is Panto
Panto or Pantomime is a British tradition of winter musical comedy for the whole family. Frequently starring celebrities, it has nothing to do with silent performances as it is one of the noisiest sorts of theatrical show you can attend in the UK.
The Turf Tavern - Inspector Mo
Read about The Turf Tavern a traditional English Pub in Oxford. Insiders know how to find one of Oxford's oldest pubs, out of sight down a tiny alley. The Turf Tavern was featured in English television's Inspector Morse, Brideshead Revisited and the writing of Dorothy L. Sayers. Find out about The Turf Tavern and eating and drinking in Oxford at The Turf Tavern.
UK Department Stores
A handy guide of UK Department stores. Brief descriptions of all the main UK department stores around the country and in London, including Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Harrods, Liberty, Fortnum and Mason, John Lewis, Peter Jones, Fenwicks, Bhs, Marks and Spencer, House of Fraser and Debenhams.
Luxury Vacatiion Rentals
Budget family vacationers and holiday makers move over as a new class of large, luxury self-catering and vacation rental cottages edges into their territory .
Lightweight,Packable Backpacks
Lightweight, Packable Backpacks
Top Money Saving Ideas
Top Money Saving Ideas on UK Travel - save on accommodations, food and drink, sightseeing, shopping and more.
Find Romantic Vacation Rentals
Read about unusual vacation rentals in the United Kingdom. Find out how to stay in a castle, a romantic gatehouse or the turret of a Tudor mansion for less than the cost of a hotel. Find out where to find a vacation rental through the National Trust or English Heritage.
Festival Camping Tips
Top Tips for Music Festival Camping in the UK
Calendar of Public Holidays in England and Wales to 2014
Six Year Holiday Calendar England and Wales. Bank Holiday Dates for 2009-2014
Waddesdon Manor
Waddesdon Manor
The Lake District
A quick guide to England's Lake District National Park, site of England's highest mountain, England's biggest lake and England's deepest lake.
Gardens in Cornwall
Palm trees and subtropical plants florish in the gardens of Cornwall - all year round. These top Cornish gardens can be visited in all seasons.
London to Swansea
Details of how to get from London to Swansea by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Top UK Scenic Drives
Top scenic drives in Britain: Ferne Arfin About.com's United Kingdom guide picks her favorite routes for a scenic drive in Britain. They have great views, natural beauty, charming villages and historic sights. Try one.
The Curse on Shakespeare's Grave
Shakespeare's Grave with a curse to ward off being included in the bonfire of the vanities.
National Parks in the UK
National Parks in the UK. Facts and figures about the 15 National Parks in the UK. Learn all about the National Parks in the UK that protect UK Landscapes and Heritage plus a list of all the UK National Parks in England, Scotland and Wales.
Balmoral Castle in Scotland
Balmoral Castle in Balmoral, Scotland, is the Royal Family's private vacation home and retreat in the Scottish Highlands. Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, Princes William and Harry, Camilla Parker Bowles and honored guests and royal girlfriends spend the summer holidays at Balmoral Castle.
UK Airports
If you are flying to the United Kingdom, you don't have to land at busy Heathrow or any of the London airports. Read about other UK airports with Trans-Atlantic flights where you can save money or arrive closer to your ultimate destination.
Thatched Cottages - Country, Thatch-roofed Cottages in England and Wales
Pictures of thatched cottages in England and Wales. Country cottages and thatchers working on thatch-roofed cottages.
Beautiful Beaches
The British Isles have some of the world's most beautiful and dramatic beaches. Learn about some of the most beautiful beaches in England and Wales. See pictures of beautiful beaches.
Manchester Travel Guide
Manchester Travel Guide - Quick Facts and Travelers Essentials for a Visit to Manchester, the UK's top city for indie music and more.
How to Order a Balti
What is Birmingham Balti Cooking? Birmingham is the birthplace of Balti. Find out what Birmingham Balti food is all about and how to order a Birmingham Balti restaurant meal.
UK Pet Travel With Dog or Cat
Pet Travel UK - Find out about traveling with a pet in the UK. How to bring your dog or cat to the UK, advice sources of advice and information on UK vets, dog-friendly hotels and accommodations in the UK.
Hardwick Hall
Hardwick Hall
Romance at Lodge on Loch Goil
The Lodge on Loch Goil is a stunning 5-star venue for romantic breaks, small weddings and Valentine's getaways and Valentine's Day lunches.
10 UK Customs Facts for Gifts
Sending holiday or celebration gifts to the UK? Check these 10 facts about UK Customs regulations first to make sure your gifts arrive safely, and within the rules.
Oxford Walking Tour
Take a guided walk around Oxford University England. This half day walking tour with pictures is a good way to get an idea of the famous university town.
Visit Balmoral
Plan your visit to Balmoral Castle. Look here for Balmoral visitor information about opening hours, admission prices and special tours of Balmoral Castle in Scotland
Chatsworth
Chatsworth in the Peak District
Bacon Sarnie
Read a definition of the British expression bacon sarnie. What is the meaning of the expression bacon sarnie?
Diana, The Princess of Wales, Remembered at Althorp
Pictures of Althorp, Princess Diana's childhood home and her burial site. Scenes from the Princess of Wales exhibition, Diana: A Celebration, at Althorp.
Longleat Facts
Plan a Visit with these Quick Facts about Longleat, one of the UK's Top Family Attractions. Longleat was the first English stately home opened to the public and has the first Safari Park as well as several mazes, a lake with a Gorilla Island, an adventure castle and more.
Myths About the UK
So you think British food is just horrible? Time to have another look at what you think you know about Britain.
London to Aberdeen
Details of how to get from London to Aberdeen by various forms of transportation. Use these information resources to plan your journey.
Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace
Best Small Gadget Bags
There's a big difference between a small gadget bag and a bag for all my small gadgets. I've found five that bridge the gap.
Best UK Vacation Rentals
Find the best UK vacation rental websites. Look here for recommended websites for self-catering, vacation rentals in England Scotland and Wales.
Borough Market - A Cheap and Delicious Day Out in London
Borough Market in London is a cheap day out for visitors on a budget - and as for cheap eats in London, there's plenty of delicious, cheap food to consume on the spot.
Discount UK Visitor Passes
These are the top UK Discount Passes for United Kingdom Visitor Attractions. Find out the best visitor passes to save money while sightseeing in Great Britain
Hidcote Manor Garden
Hidcote Manor Garden, designed by Paris born American horticulturalist Lawrence Johnston, is a masterpiece of English Arts&Crafts garden design in the Cotswolds.
Gardening Scotland
Gardening Scotland, in Edinburgh, is Scotland's biggest gardening and outdoor living annual event.
Wolf and Wolf Pup at Longleat
Canadian Timber Wolf with her Pup at Longleat
Lyme Park
Lyme Park
Best UK Rock and Pop Festivals
List of the best rock-pop festivals in the UK, with links and descriptions. How to choose, how to find and how to book a UK rock pop festival.
Roman Baths and Pump Room
The Roman Baths and Pump Room in Bath Somerset. What you need to know for a Visit to the Roman Baths and Georgian Pump Room

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