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Visiting UK https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk Local Knowledge for Global Travellers Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:23:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Self-Guided Walking Tour: South Kensington https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/09/self-guided-walking-tour-south-kensington.html Wed, 17 Sep 2014 12:34:55 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5583 South Kensington is one of London’s most famous neighbourhoods, and there is enough for visitors to see and do there to fill an entire day (or more, if there’s time). With world-class museums, famous parks and gardens, and great cafes and shops, the area is the perfect place to explore on foot. This self-guided walking […]

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]]> Best Small Museums in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/09/best-small-museums-london.html Wed, 10 Sep 2014 12:07:29 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5572 Museum in London London has no shortage of great museums, from the world-class art at Tate Modern to the works of the Old Masters at the National Gallery. But the city has a number of small museums that are no less important than their larger counterparts, and often specialise in a particular area that appeals […]

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]]> Top 5 Museums in Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/08/best-museums-glasgow.html Wed, 06 Aug 2014 10:46:11 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5562 Glasgow School of Art Glasgow hasn’t always been the cultural hub of Scotland, but in recent years it has challenged neighbouring Edinburgh for the title. With a lively arts scene and plenty of new galleries and museums opening all the time, the city is emerging as a force on Scotland’s cultural stage. With so many […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/08/top-10-things-to-do-glasgow.html Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:48:07 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5552 Glasgow If you’re visiting Scotland, a trip to Glasgow is a must. The city has experienced a renaissance in recent years, and is now one of the UK’s hottest travel destinations. From great cultural treasures to a world-class live music scene, Glasgow has put itself on the map and isn’t backing down. To help you […]

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]]> Glasgow Restaurant Map https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/08/glasgow-restaurant-map.html Fri, 01 Aug 2014 13:41:19 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5547 If you’re visiting Scotland and want to eat at the best restaurants in Glasgow, this interactive Glasgow restaurant map can help you find the ones closest to where you are or where you’re staying. The map below has some of the best restaurants in the city pinned on it. If you hover over the name […]

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]]> Left Luggage at Glasgow Central Station https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/07/left-luggage-glasgow-central-station.html Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:21:55 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5540 Left Luggage If you’re visiting the UK and want to travel around Scotland, you can leave your bags at left luggage in Glasgow Central Station to lighten your load. Whether you’re spending a day in Glasgow and don’t want to haul your heavy backpack or suitcase around with you, or you’re travelling to Edinburgh or […]

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]]> Whitstable Oyster Festival Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/07/whitstable-oyster-festival-guide.html Wed, 23 Jul 2014 09:24:24 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5534 Whitstable Dates of the 2014 Whitstable Oyster Festival The Whitstable Oyster Festival 2014 dates are 26 July to 1 August, 2014. The festival takes place in and around the harbour in Whitstable, Kent. What is the Whitstable Oyster Festival? The Whitstable Oyster Festival is an annual food festival that focuses on Whitstable’s most famous culinary […]

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]]> Camden Fringe Festival Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/07/camden-fringe-festival-guide.html Mon, 21 Jul 2014 13:17:23 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5521 Camden What is the Camden Fringe? The Camden Fringe is an annual performing arts festival in London’s borough of Camden, much like the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland. The borough covers a large area in central and north-central London, and over 200 different productions are performed in 25 intimate venues such as theatres, cultural centres, […]

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]]> Henley Royal Regatta Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/07/henley-royal-regatta-guide.html Thu, 03 Jul 2014 12:36:54 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5088 Henley One of the highlights of the English summer season, the Henley Royal Regatta (called ‘Henley’ for short) is an annual rowing regatta in Henley-on-Thames, England. The event takes place every year around the first week of July. To help you get the most out of a day at the races, here is a helpful […]

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]]> Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Neighbourhoods in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/06/off-the-beaten-path-london-neighbourhoods.html Thu, 19 Jun 2014 13:31:05 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5075 Whitechapel London is so big that you could spend your entire life in the city and never feel like you’re done exploring. For those that have seen the highlights of the city centre, there are plenty of off-the-beaten-path neighbourhoods in London that can keep you entertained. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to the UK capital […]

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]]> Top 5 City Breaks in England https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/06/top-5-city-breaks-england.html Wed, 18 Jun 2014 08:36:49 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5067 London It’s easy to think of travelling to Europe when city breaks come to mind, but there are some great English cities that are easily accessible by car, bus, or train, and are worth a visit in their own right. Here are my picks for the top 5 city breaks in England: Brighton Brighton is […]

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]]> Top 5 Parks in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/06/top-5-parks-in-london.html Fri, 13 Jun 2014 14:40:14 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5056 Hyde Park With its dense urban atmosphere and perpetual construction, London can be an overwhelming city at times. But there’s no shortage of green spaces in the city centre, and one of the best ways to escape the crowds is to visit one of London’s parks. To help you choose which one to visit first, […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Guernsey https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2014/05/top-10-things-to-do-guernsey.html Tue, 13 May 2014 11:41:40 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=5028 Don’t let its small size fool you; Guernsey has a lot to offer. From adventure travel to afternoon tea, walking trails to hedge veg (yes, it’s a thing), the island has something for everyone. Here are the top 10 things to do in Guernsey: Explore St Peter Port Guernsey’s main town is St Peter Port, […]

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]]> How to Get to Twickenham from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/12/best-ways-to-get-to-twickenham-london.html Mon, 02 Dec 2013 14:04:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4954 Twickenham Stadium If you are going to the rugby, the best way to get from London to Twickenham depends on where you are coming from. Here are a few ways to get there: Trains from London to Twickenham South West Trains run trains to Twickenham from Waterloo and Clapham Junction (more information here). If you […]

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]]> 5 Tips for Watching the Rugby in Cardiff https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/11/tips-rugby-cardiff.html Thu, 28 Nov 2013 12:56:16 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4949 Cardiff Rugby Vendor If you’re lucky enough to have tickets for a match at Millennium Stadium in Wales, here are five tips for watching the rugby in Cardiff: 1. Get there early. The match might not start until the late afternoon or evening, but the festivities start before midday. The pubs and bars in the […]

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]]> St Albans Christmas Market https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/11/st-albans-christmas-market.html Mon, 18 Nov 2013 12:02:58 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4909 Christmas Market The annual St Albans Christmas market is taking place this year from late November to late December. The market is set to be part of a seasonal village centred around the 11th-century cathedral and Vintry Garden. St Albans has had a street market for over 1,000 years, but this year is the first […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Salcombe, Devon https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/09/top-10-things-to-do-salcombe-devon.html Tue, 17 Sep 2013 15:42:13 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4898 Salcombe Coast Salcombe is one of the most popular seaside towns in Devon, and it has some of the most expensive holiday homes in England. The town’s colorful houses, abundance of boats, and pretty beaches draw holidaymakers from around the UK, many of whom visit regularly. For first-timers or veteran visitors looking for some new […]

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]]> England Travel Video https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/08/england-travel-video.html Fri, 23 Aug 2013 13:48:41 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4889 Below is a video featuring some of the travel highlights of England. From the historic fortress of Warwick Castle to Shakespeare’s house in Stratford-upon-Avon, it shows a variety of different attractions. Additionally, the video reveals the beauty of the historic architecture and famous colleges in Oxford, including the iconic Radcliffe Camera. You can watch the […]

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]]> Best Train Station Pubs in England https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/08/best-train-station-pubs-in-england.html Thu, 22 Aug 2013 13:18:24 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4880 Crown Posada in Newcastle We’ve all been there. Waiting for a train and needing a pub to sit in while we do. The good news is that England’s train stations have some great local pubs. From traditional to contemporary, classic pubs to champagne bars, there is a wide variety of watering holes to choose from. […]

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]]> Best Brunch Places in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/08/best-brunch-london.html Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:06:20 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4867 Muffin at Kopapa From homesick Americans to adventurous locals, many people find themselves in search of the best brunch in London while in the UK capital. The good news is that London has no shortage of great restaurants and cafes that offer brunch in various forms. Many are American-inspired, but some have their own twist […]

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]]> Audi International Polo Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/07/audi-international-polo-tickets-discounts.html Thu, 18 Jul 2013 09:19:48 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4831 The International Polo Audi International Polo 2014 date: 26 July 2014 The Audi International Polo is one of the most important events on the international polo calendar, and certainly one of the premier events of the British summer social season. The annual event takes place at the famous Guards Polo Club in Windsor, England, and […]

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]]> Best Cocktail Bars in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/06/best-cocktail-bars-london.html Thu, 27 Jun 2013 14:12:49 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4703 Cocktails at the Booking Office Bar London has no shortage of places to drink, from cozy pubs to high-end clubs. But cocktail bars are some of the best places to enjoy London’s nightlife, and there is no shortage to be found in the city. Here is my list of the best cocktail bars in London: […]

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]]> Best Hotels in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/05/best-hotels-edinburgh.html Thu, 23 May 2013 14:30:38 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4681 Edinburgh Edinburgh is one of the most popular cities to visit in the UK, and has a wide variety of accommodation to choose from. Whether you are looking for a luxury hotel in Edinburgh or a budget hotel, there is something to suit the needs of every traveller. Below is my list of the best […]

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]]> Trains from Newcastle to Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/04/trains-newcastle-edinburgh.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:32:09 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4671 Newcastle Travelling by train from Newcastle to Edinburgh is a great way to get from the north of England to the capital of Scotland when you are visiting the UK. Trains between these cities are run by a company called East Coast Trains. They offer daily rail services from Newcastle train station to Edinburgh Waverley […]

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]]> Best Small Group Tours of Scotland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/04/small-group-tours-scotland.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:45:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4655 Haggis Adventures Bus One of the best ways to travel in Scotland is to drive through the countryside, around the many islands along the coast, and into the Scottish Highlands. While some visitors choose to rent a car and drive themselves, others may be more comfortable on a small group tour of Scotland. Tours allow […]

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]]> Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/04/gleneagles-hotel-scotland-review.html Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:17:21 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4650 Gleneagles Hotel Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland Review Address: Auchterarder, Perthshire, Scotland PH3 1NF, UK Phone: +44 (0)1764 662231 Web: http://www.gleneagles.com The famous Gleneagles Hotel is one of the best hotels in Scotland. While best known for golf, the hotel offers a wide variety of activities and entertainment for every taste. The property itself is set […]

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]]> Chelsea Fringe Festival in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/04/chelsea-fringe-festival-london.html Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:02:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4642 Crocus Chelsea Fringe Festival in London Web: http://www.chelseafringe.com The Chelsea Fringe is an annual festival of flowers, gardens, and gardening that takes place across London every May. Started in 2012, the festival features over 100 open-access events, pop-ups, lectures, workshops, celebrations, and exhibitions throughout the city. Happening at the same time as the famous Chelsea […]

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]]> Trains from St Andrews to Gleneagles https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/04/trains-st-andrews-gleneagles.html Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:09:57 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4633 Gleneagles Station Trains from St Andrews to Gleneagles are a great way to get between the two famous golfing destinations in Scotland when you are visiting the UK. The train station for St Andrews is called Leuchars, and is located slightly outside of the city. You can get there by taxi or bus from the […]

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]]> 9 Best Places to Visit in Scotland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/04/best-places-to-visit-scotland.html Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:26:33 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4602 St Andrews Golf Course Scotland’s wild beauty, rugged highlands, and cultural attractions lure visitors from every corner of the globe. The country’s diversity of landscapes, geography, islands, and cities make for a wide range of popular travel destinations. To help you narrow them down, below is my list of the 9 best places to visit […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to Perth https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/01/trains-edinburgh-perth.html Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:07:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4560 First ScotRail Train Taking the train from Edinburgh to Perth is an easy way to travel between the two Scottish cities when you are visiting the UK. Trains between these stations are run by First ScotRail. They offer modern carriages with two classes of seating and luggage storage areas. Trains from Edinburgh to Perth depart […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to Dundee https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/01/trains-edinburgh-dundee.html Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:57:30 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4542 Departures for Dundee Traveling by train from Edinburgh to Dundee is a great way to get between the two east coast cities in Scotland when you are visiting the UK. Rail services on this route are operated by First ScotRail. Their trains are clean and modern, with luggage storage areas in each carriage. Trains from […]

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]]> Buses from Leuchars Station to St Andrews https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/01/buses-leuchars-station-st-andrews.html Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:46:56 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4525 Leuchars Station Leuchars train station is the closest station to the city of St Andrews in Scotland. St Andrews itself isn’t served by rail services, so to get to the city centre, a good option is to take a bus from Leuchars station to St Andrews. Stagecoach bus 99 runs regularly between the station and […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to St Andrews https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2013/01/trains-edinburgh-st-andrews.html Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:03:00 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4517 Leuchars Station Trains from Edinburgh to St Andrews are a great way to get from the capital of Scotland to the home of golf when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route are operated by First ScotRail, which run rail services all throughout Scotland. Their carriages are comfortable and clean, and they offer […]

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]]> Top 5 Things to Do in Glastonbury https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/12/top-5-things-to-do-glastonbury.html Tue, 11 Dec 2012 18:40:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4492 Glastonbury Tor Glastonbury is best known for its annual music festival, but the town itself has some great attractions that can keep visitors entertained during the rest of the year. To help you get inspiration for your trip, below is my list of the top 5 things to do in Glastonbury. 1. Hike up to […]

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]]> Exeter Christmas Market https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/12/exeter-christmas-market.html Sun, 09 Dec 2012 18:11:26 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4473 Exeter Christmas Market Exeter Christmas Market Dates: late November to mid-December Opening Hours: Monday to Wednesday 10:00 to 20:00 Thursday to Saturday 10:00 to 21:00 Sunday 11:00 to 17:00 The Exeter Christmas market is a great place to spend time during the Christmas season. Located right on Cathedral Green, the market is graced with the […]

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]]> Trains from London to Lyon https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/12/trains-london-lyon.html Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:47:01 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4464 St Pancras Eurostar offer trains from London to Lyon and other cities in the south of France. While these routes used to have direct services during the summer months, they now require a change en route. Trains from London to Lyon leave from St Pancras train station, and the journey time is approximately 4 hours […]

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]]> Trains from London to Aix-en-Provence https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/12/trains-london-aix-en-provence.html Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:20:52 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4451 Aix-en-Provence Eurostar offers trains from London to Aix-en-Provence and other cities in southern France. Most of these services, including the ones to Aix, require a change en route. Departures take place from St Pancras station, and journeys on trains from London to Aix-en-Provence require a quick change in Lille or Paris. Passengers returning to the […]

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]]> Trains from London to the Swiss Alps https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/11/trains-london-swiss-alps.html Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:11:28 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=4304 Eurostar Lounge Eurostar ski trains from London to the Swiss Alps are a great alternative to flying from the UK to Switzerland in the winter months. The rail service from the British capital runs via Lille to various Swiss ski resorts, including Verbier, Saas-Fee, Villars, and Zermatt. It also goes to the French ski resorts […]

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]]> Trains from London to Lincoln https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/11/trains-london-lincoln.html Thu, 01 Nov 2012 14:10:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=3615 Lincoln Station Traveling by train from London to Lincoln is a great way to get from the capital to the beautiful historic city in Lincolnshire when you are visiting the UK. Rail services between these cities are operated by two companies: East Coast and East Midlands Trains. Both operate clean, comfortable trains and are a […]

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]]> Buses from Heathrow Airport to Cheltenham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/10/buses-heathrow-airport-cheltenham.html Thu, 25 Oct 2012 16:02:53 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=3525 Cheltenham Buses from Heathrow Airport to Cheltenham are a good way to travel from your flight to London to the famous spa town in Gloucestershire when you are visiting the UK. Buses are operated by National Express. The company offer nice, comfortable coaches for the journey. There is also a luggage hold in the bottom […]

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]]> Titanic Belfast Museum in Northern Ireland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2012/01/titanic-belfast-museum-northern-ireland.html Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:44:21 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=2453 Titanic Belfast Museum Titanic Belfast Museum Address: Queen’s Road, Queen’s Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT, Northern Ireland, UK Phone: +44 (0)2890 766386 The Titanic Belfast museum opened in Northern Ireland on 31 March 2012. Its opening was part of the celebrations commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s maiden voyage and fateful sinking in the Atlantic […]

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]]> How to Get from Cambridge Train Station to Cambridge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/11/how-to-get-cambridge-train-station-cambridge.html Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:22:50 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=2056 Cambridge Train Station To get from Cambridge train station to the Cambridge city centre, you have four options. First, you can take a taxi from the train station to Cambridge. There is a taxi rank located right outside of the station exit, and there is no shortage of taxis waiting after trains arrive. The drive […]

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]]> Battersea Dogs & Cats Home Gala Ball https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/11/battersea-dogs-cats-home-gala-ball.html Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:21:32 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/11/battersea-dogs-cats-home-gala-ball.html Battersea Dogs and Cats Home The annual Battersea Dogs & Cats Home Gala Ball takes place each year to raise funds for the London-based animal welfare charity. The ball, which is called the Collars & Coats Gala Ball, is a black tie event held at a venue in Battersea. It celebrates the charity’s work in […]

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]]> Trains from London to Llandudno https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/09/trains-london-llandudno.html Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:43:08 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=2009 Train Station in Llandudno Trains from London to Llandudno are an easy way to get from the UK capital to the beautiful seaside resort town in Wales. Trains depart up to three times an hour from Euston train station in central London. They arrive at Llandudno railway station in the heart of the city. Services […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Llandudno https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/top-10-things-do-llandudno.html Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:00:53 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1995 Llandudno, Wales The famous seaside resort town of Llandudno offers all kinds of activities and sightseeing opportunities for you to enjoy while visiting Wales. To help you decide how to spend your time, below is my list of the top 10 things to do in Llandudno. 1. Ride the historic tram up to the top […]

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]]> Malmaison Hotel in Manchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/malmaison-hotel-manchester.html Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:46:41 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1980 The Malmaison hotel in Manchester is one of the top hotels in the city. Located right in the heart of the city centre near Piccadilly Gardens, it is conveniently situated just down the street from Manchester Piccadilly train station. This makes it easily accessible for those arriving by train from London, Liverpool, and other cities in […]

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]]> Left Luggage at Liverpool Lime Street Station https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/left-luggage-liverpool-lime-street-station.html Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:45:31 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1965 Left Luggage Left luggage at Liverpool Lime Street station is offered by the Excess Baggage Company, which operate baggage storage facilities at train stations and airports across the UK. Storing your heavy luggage with them is a great way to lighten your load while you explore Liverpool or the surrounding area on your travels. The […]

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]]> Buses from Glasgow to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/buses-glasgow-london.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:46:45 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1953 Glasgow, Scotland Buses from Glasgow to London are a convenient way to travel from Scotland to England if you are on a budget while visiting the UK. Buses between the two cities are run by several coach companies, including Megabus and National Express. Buses depart all throughout the day and evening from Glasgow Buchanan Bus […]

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]]> Buses from London to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/buses-london-glasgow.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:38:50 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1948 Glasgow Buses from London to Glasgow are a great way to travel from England to Scotland if you are on a budget when visiting the UK. Services are run by several different companies, including National Express and Megabus. Some buses travelling on this route are direct, while others require a change in Birmingham. Buses run […]

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]]> Taxis from Goodwood to Chichester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/taxis-goodwood-chichester.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:43:49 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1937 Strawberries at Glorious Goodwood Taxis from Goodwood to Chichester are a great way to get from famous annual events like Glorious Goodwood, Goodwood Revival, and the Festival of Speed if you need to catch a train to London, Brighton, or other cities across the UK. There are two different kinds of taxis you can take […]

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]]> Taxis from Chichester to Goodwood https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/taxis-chichester-goodwood.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:36:44 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1932 Glorious Goodwood Parade Ring Taxis from Chichester to Goodwood are a convenient way to get to annual events like the Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival, and Glorious Goodwood if you arrive by train from London, Brighton, or elsewhere in the UK. There are two types of taxis that ply the route from Chichester to the […]

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]]> Goodwood Revival Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/goodwood-revival-tickets-discounts.html Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:38:07 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/goodwood-revival-tickets-discounts.html Goodwood Revival Goodwood Revival 2014 dates: 12 to 14 September 2014 Taking place every year, the event is the largest historic motor race meeting in the world, and has a theme of the classic 1940’s, ’50’s, and ’60’s. Goodwood Revival ticket discounts are easy to come by if you know where to look. The event […]

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]]> Buses from Chichester to Goodwood https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/08/buses-chichester-goodwood.html Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:08:16 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1901 Chichester to Goodwood Bus Buses from Chichester to Goodwood are a great way to get from the nearest city to the racecourse to events like Glorious Goodwood and the Festival of Speed. On event days, Stagecoach bus 900 departs from right in front of the Chichester train station. It runs directly to Goodwood without making […]

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]]> Trains from London to Goodwood https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/trains-london-goodwood.html Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:05:00 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/trains-london-goodwood.html Chichester Station Trains from London to Goodwood Racecourse in Sussex are a great way to get to annual events like the Festival of Speed and Glorious Goodwood. Trains to Goodwood arrive in Chichester, which is a 15-minute drive from Goodwood Racecourse. Shuttle buses from Chichester station to Goodwood run regularly on race days. You can […]

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]]> Trains from London to Silverstone https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/trains-london-silverstone.html Thu, 07 Jul 2011 09:03:41 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/trains-london-silverstone.html Silverstone Trains from London to Silverstone are a great way to get from the capital to the Silverstone Circuit if you don’t want to drive. The best way to get there is to take a train from London to Milton Keynes, Banbury, or Northampton (you can find information about taking the train to Milton Keynes […]

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]]> Sliverstone Formula 1 Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/sliverstone-formula-1-tickets-discounts.html Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:54:05 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/sliverstone-formula-1-tickets-discounts.html Silverstone Formula 1 Silverstone Formula 1 tickets and discounts are available for the annual Sliverstone Formula 1 British Grand Prix. Tickets can be purchased via multiple channels, and discounts are available if you book online. For example, general admission tickets can be purchased online starting at £60. Other Silverstone Formulat 1 ticket discounts are available […]

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]]> Trains from London to Twickenham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/trains-london-twickenham.html Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:05:13 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/07/trains-london-twickenham.html Train to Twickenham If you need to get to the rugby or another destination in the area, trains from London to Twickenham are a good way to travel. Services on this route run from Waterloo and Clapham Junction stations to Twickenham station, which is in greater London. They are operated by South West Trains. Trains […]

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]]> Trains from Bristol to Bath https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/trains-bristol-bath.html Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:55:51 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1787 Bristol Temple Meads Train Station Trains from Bristol to Bath are a quick and easy way to travel between the nearby cities in southwest England. Trains leave from Bristol Temple Meads train station and arrive at Bath Spa train station. They are operated by First Great Western, which run comfortable services throughout this part of […]

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]]> Trains from Bath to Bristol https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/trains-bath-bristol.html Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:48:02 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1778 Bristol Temple Meads Train Station Going by train from Bath to Bristol is an easy way to get from the historic city in the Cotswolds to the famous city to its northwest. Services on this route are run by First Great Western, which operate trains throughout the region. Their trains leave from Bath Spa train […]

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]]> Bristol Sightseeing and Restaurant Map https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/bristol-sightseeing-restaurant-map.html Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:39:44 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1764 Below is a Bristol sightseeing and restaurant map with points of interest and places to eat throughout the city centre. The map, which is interactive, shows major sightseeing destinations including museums, monuments, and parks. It also shows some of the best restaurants in Bristol. To interact with the map, you can click on the blue […]

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]]> Buses from Oxford to Heathrow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/buses-oxford-heathrow.html Fri, 17 Jun 2011 11:08:21 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/buses-oxford-heathrow.html Heathrow Bus Buses from Oxford to Heathrow are a great way to get from the famous university town to the London airport without going through central London. Buses depart from several stops in Oxford, starting at Gloucester Green bay 7, and continuing on to six other stops, the last of which is the Thornhill Park […]

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]]> Buses from Heathrow to Oxford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/buses-heathrow-oxford.html Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:11:10 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/buses-heathrow-oxford.html Oxford Bus Buses from Heathrow to Oxford are a great way to get from London’s main international airport to the university city in Oxfordshire without going through central London. Coachs are run by the Oxford Bus Company, which call this service “the airline”. Buses depart from two airport stations. One is the Heathrow Central Bus […]

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]]> Trains from London to Poole https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/trains-london-poole.html Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:22:30 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/trains-london-poole.html Train at Poole Station Taking the train from London to Poole is an easy way to get from the capital to the Dorset coast when you are travelling in the UK. Trains leave from Waterloo train station, which is located just south of the Thames in central London. They arrive at Poole train station in […]

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]]> Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Events https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/queens-diamond-jubilee-events.html Thu, 02 Jun 2011 15:00:05 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/06/queens-diamond-jubilee-events.html Diamond Jubilee Cake The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee events dominated the beginning of the British summer in 2012. The Diamond Jubilee dates were 2 to 5 June 2012. While some people went on holiday over the long bank holiday weekend that was specially created for the jubilee, there were a lot of events planned throughout the […]

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]]> Epsom Derby Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/05/epsom-derby-tickets-discounts.html Fri, 13 May 2011 14:46:02 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/05/epsom-derby-tickets-discounts.html Epsom Derby The Epsom Derby takes place each June in England. The first day is Ladies’ Day and the second is Derby Day. Epsom Derby tickets and discounts are easy to come by if you plan ahead. The derby is one of the most important horse racing events of the year in the UK. In […]

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]]> Taste of London Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/05/taste-of-london-tickets-discounts.html Wed, 04 May 2011 13:01:10 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/05/taste-of-london-tickets-discounts.html Dish at Taste of London Taste of London tickets sell out in some years, so make sure to buy yours in advance. Discounts are available if you buy your tickets online or if you have a Taste of London voucher code. There are also discounts on offer from sponsors. These allow 2-for-1 admission, reductions on […]

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]]> Ferries from Portsmouth to Le Havre https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/04/ferries-portsmouth-le-havre.html Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:33:50 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/04/ferries-portsmouth-le-havre.html Ferry in Portsmouth Ferries from Portsmouth to Le Havre are a great way to get between the UK and France when you are visiting Europe. LD Lines are the company that run services between these cities. They operate one daily crossing, which is an overnight ferry on the Norman Voyager. The departure from Portsmouth takes […]

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]]> London Open Garden Squares Weekend https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/04/london-open-garden-squares-weekend.html Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:34:49 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1611 London Open Garden Squares Weekend London Open Garden Squares Weekend is an annual event that takes place every June in the UK capital. During the weekend, gardens throughout the city that are normally closed to the public are open to all for two days. Visitors can purchase a ticket that allows access to gardens all […]

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]]> London 2012 Olympics Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/03/london-2012-olympics-tickets-and-discounts.html Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:52:09 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/03/london-2012-olympics-tickets-and-discounts.html London Olympic Stadium London 2012 Olympics tickets and discounts were a big topic of discussion around the world in the days and months preceding the Games. Many people wanted to know how to get London 2012 Olympics tickets, and whether there were discounts available. Initially, the only way to get London 2012 Olympics tickets was […]

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]]> Royal Wedding Events https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/03/royal-wedding-2011-events.html Sun, 06 Mar 2011 12:39:49 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/03/royal-wedding-2011-events.html Westminster Abbey Royal wedding events in 2011 took place throughout London, giving those that were not on the exclusive guest list a chance to participate in the festivities surrounding the much-anticipated marriage of Prince William to Kate Middleton. Royal wedding events included festivities like Mayor of London Boris Johnson’s £100,000 wedding kick-off party in Trafalgar […]

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]]> Trains from London to Exeter https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/02/trains-from-london-to-exeter.html Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:53:14 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/02/trains-from-london-to-exeter.html Exeter Train Tracks Travelling on a train from London to Exeter is a good way to get from the capital to Devon when you are in England. Trains are run by two companies: South West Trains and First Great Western. Below is a comparison of their services. The main difference is that South West Trains […]

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]]> Ferries from Fishguard to Rosslare https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/01/ferries-from-fishguard-to-rosslare.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:41:08 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2011/01/ferries-from-fishguard-to-rosslare.html Ferry from Fishguard to Rosslare Ferries from Fishguard to Rosslare are a great way to travel from the UK to Ireland when you are visiting Europe. Services on this route are operated by the Stena Line ferry company. Their ship is called the Stena Europe Superferry. Stena Line operate two daily crossings on this route. […]

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]]> Trains from London to Preston https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/12/trains-from-london-to-preston.html Wed, 01 Dec 2010 15:05:36 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/12/trains-from-london-to-preston.html Preston Train Station Taking a train from London to Preston is an easy way to get from the capital to Lancashire when you are visiting the UK. Virgin Trains operate rail services between these cities. Their trains depart regularly throughout the day and provide two classes of service with comfortable seating and food and drink […]

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]]> Trains from Brighton to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/10/trains-from-brighton-to-london.html Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:11:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/10/trains-from-brighton-to-london.html Brighton Train Station Trains from Brighton to London are a quick and easy way to travel from the famous seaside city in East Sussex to the UK capital. Services between the cities are run by two companies: Southern and First Capital Connect. The main difference is that the former run rail services to Victoria station, […]

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]]> Trains from Rye to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/10/trains-from-rye-to-london.html Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:03:01 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/10/trains-from-rye-to-london.html Rye Station Travelling on a tain from Rye to London is a great way to get from the historic town in Sussex to the UK capital. Run by a company called Southeastern, trains on this route are clean and comfortable, and services run frequently throughout the day. Trains depart from Rye Sussex train station and […]

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]]> Trains from Dover to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/10/trains-from-dover-to-london.html Thu, 28 Oct 2010 11:53:03 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/10/trains-from-dover-to-london.html Dover Train Station Taking the train from Dover to London is a convenient way to get from the coast to the capital when you are visiting the UK. Trains between these cities are operated by Southeastern. Their rail services run regularly from Dover Priory train station to London’s St Pancras, Charing Cross, and Victoria train […]

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]]> Glasgow Christmas Market https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/glasgow-christmas-market.html Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:11:32 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/glasgow-christmas-market.html Glasgow Christmas Market Glasgow Christmas Market dates: mid-November to late December Glasgow Christmas Market Hours: Monday to Wednesday 10:00 to 20:00, Thursday to Saturday 10:00 to 21:00, Sunday 11:00 to 18:00 The Glasgow Christmas market is one of many exciting events in the city in the run-up to 25 December, and is a great place […]

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]]> Trains from London to Cheltenham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-cheltenham.html Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:32:41 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-cheltenham.html Train in Cheltenham Trains from London to Cheltenham are a great way to travel from the capital to the Cotswolds when you are visiting the UK. Run by First Great Western, services are quick and convenient, making the journey an easy one. Trains depart regularly throughout the day from central London. They leave from Paddington […]

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]]> Trains from London to Hastings https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-hastings.html Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:19:11 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-hastings.html Hastings Train Trains from London to Hastings leave regularly from a variety of London train stations, including St Pancras, Canon Street, Charing Cross, and Victoria. Trains leave London up to four times an hour, so it is easy to find a departure time and station that work for you. Most trains that travel on this […]

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]]> Lake District Bus Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/lake-district-bus-guide.html Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:06:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1463 Lake District Bus Lake District Buses If you don’t plan to drive in the Lake District, using the region’s buses is the best way to get around Cumbria. A company called Stagecoach operate a large network of buses. Their services in the Lake District generally run two or three times an hour throughout the peak […]

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]]> Trains from London to Ascot Racecourse https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-ascot-racecourse.html Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:49:41 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1457 Ascot Racecourse Trains from London to Ascot Racecourse are a great way to avoid the road congestion that often builds up on race days. Trains leave from London Paddington and Waterloo train stations, both of which are located in the city centre. They arrive at Ascot train station in Berkshire, which is a short walk from […]

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]]> Buses from Windermere to Keswick https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/buses-from-windermere-to-keswick.html Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:00:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1450 Bus to Keswick Buses from Windermere to Keswick operate daily throughout the year. The main bus numbers for this service are 554 and 555. Buses depart from the Windermere train station and arrive in the centre of Keswick on Crow Park Road, making it convenient to travel from one town to the other. Buses run […]

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]]> W Hotel in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/w-hotel-london.html Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:02:54 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/w-hotel-london.html W Hotel in London W Hotel, London Address: 10 Wardour Street, Leicester Square, London Phone: +44 (0) 20 7290 7231 The W Hotel in London opened in February 2011. The hotel’s location in the very centre of the city makes it a great place to stay while you are visiting the UK. Surrounded by London’s […]

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]]> Open House London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/open-house-london.html Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:01:36 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/open-house-london.html Open House London Open House London takes place every year in September in the UK capital. Billed as London’s “greatest architectural showcase”, the event is a time when buildings that are normally closed to the public open their doors for two days free of charge. Over 700 buildings throughout London are on show over the […]

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]]> The Relish – Best Hotel in Folkestone https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/the-relish-best-hotel-folkestone.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:39:12 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1417 The Relish Hotel Folkestone The Relish Address: 4 Augusta Gardens, Folkestone, Kent CT20 2RR, UK Phone: +44 (0)1303 850952 The Relish is the best hotel in Folkestone, England. The hotel is situated in a historic building in front of a beautiful private garden. It is a short walk from the city centre, but is located […]

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]]> Gravetye Manor – Best Hotel in Sussex https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/gravetye-manor-best-hotel-sussex.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:18:17 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1409 Gravetye Manor Situated in the heart of the beautiful English countryside, Gravetye Manor is one of the best hotels in Sussex. The Relais & Chateaux property is a historic 16th century Elizabethan country house hotel in West Sussex. The main buildings are surrounded by a thousand acres of rolling hills, beautiful gardens, and forest land. […]

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]]> Trains from London to Royal Tunbridge Wells https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-royal-tunbridge-wells.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:48:25 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1404 Royal Tunbridge Wells Trains from London to Royal Tunbridge Wells are a great way to get from the capital to Kent when you are visiting the UK. Services on this route are run by Southeastern, which operate comfortable trains throughout the region. Departures take place from both Charing Cross and Canon Street train stations, and […]

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]]> Secret Cinema in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/secret-cinema-london.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:52:34 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1393 London Secret Cinema Secret Cinema in London is a popular and creative way to see classic films in various locations throughout the city. Secret Cinema allows the audience to participate in the film. Attendees wear fancy dress in a theme set by the organisers, then professional actors lead participants from a pre-determined meeting point to […]

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]]> Trains from London to Calais https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-calais.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:18:46 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-calais.html Eurostar Trains from London to Calais are the fastest way to get from the UK capital to northern France when you are visiting Europe. The company that operate trains beween these cities is called Eurostar. Their high-speed services leave from London St Pancras station and arrive at Calais Frethun station. Trains depart three times a […]

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]]> Trains from London to Faversham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-faversham.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 16:11:29 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-faversham.html St Pancras Station, London Trains from London to Faversham are a great way to travel from the capital to Kent when you are visiting the UK. Trains leave regularly from London St Pancras, which is one of the city’s nicest train stations. There are also some departures from Victoria station, which is centrally located near […]

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]]> Trains from London to Ramsgate https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-ramsgate.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:59:34 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-ramsgate.html St Pancras Station, London Taking the train from London to Ramsgate is a great way to travel from the capital to eastern Kent when you are visiting the UK. Trains between these cities leave regularly from London St Pancras, Charing Cross, and Victoria train stations, all of which are located in the city centre and […]

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]]> New British Airways First Class Cabins https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/new-ba-first-seats.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/new-ba-first-seats.html#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:24:26 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1361 The new BA First seats that originally launched in one British Airways plane in February 2010 are making their way into more and more of BA’s 777s and 747s. Below are photos of the new BA First seats and cabins. Inspired by classic British luxury cars like Jaguar and Aston Martin, the new seats—suites, as […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/new-ba-first-seats.html/feed 2 Trains from Manchester Airport to Newcastle https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-manchester-airport-to-newcastle.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:20:49 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1355 Manchester Airport Train Trains from Manchester Airport to Newcastle are a fast, easy way to get between your flight and your final destination in the north of England. All trains on this route are run by First TransPennine Express, which run comfortable services throughout the region. The trains that travel on this route depart regularly […]

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]]> Trains from Newcastle to Manchester Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-newcastle-to-manchester-airport.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:13:36 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1350 Manchester Airport Train Travelling by tain from Newcastle to Manchester Airport is a great way to get to your flight. Trains that travel on this route depart frequently throughout the day from Newcastle train station and arrive at the Manchester Airport train station. They are run by a company called First TransPennine Express, which operate […]

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]]> Trains from London to Newbury Racecourse https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-newbury-racecourse.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:01:21 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-newbury-racecourse.html Newbury Racecourse Taking the train from London to Newbury Racecourse is a great way to avoid road traffic on race days. Services on this route are run by First Great Western, which operate trains throughout the region. Rail services depart from London Paddington train station, arriving at the racecourse’s dedicated train station in West Berkshire. […]

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]]> Trains from London to Newbury https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-newbury.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:53:24 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-newbury.html Newbury Train Station Trains from London to Newbury depart from Paddington train station, arriving at Newbury’s main train station in Berkshire. Trains depart the capital for Newbury train station twice an hour at peak times, usually at 18 and 30 minutes past the hour. They are run by a company called First Great Western, which […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Newcastle https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/top-10-things-to-do-in-newcastle.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:19:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1338 Gateshead Millennium Bridge Newcastle often gets overlooked as a destination on travel itineraries, but it is worth a visit on any trip to the UK. Whether you are into art, music, architecture, or football, there is something there for everyone. To help you decide what to see the city, below is my list of the […]

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]]> Ferries from Newcastle to Amsterdam https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/ferries-from-newcastle-to-amsterdam.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:36:04 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1332 Newcastle Bridge Ferries from Newcastle to Amsterdam are a great way to travel from the UK to Holland when you are visiting Europe. They offer a nice alternative to flying, and great views along the way. Ferries to Amsterdam (IJmuiden) are operated by DFDS Seaways. The company have seven weekly crossings on this route, and […]

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]]> Ferries from Harwich to Hook of Holland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/ferries-from-harwich-to-hook-of-holland.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:12:56 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/ferries-from-harwich-to-hook-of-holland.html Harwich Ferry Ferries from Harwich to Hook of Holland are a great way to get from England to The Netherlands when you are visiting Europe. Services between the two cities are operated by Stena Line ferries. Their ships, which they call Superferries, are named Stena Hollandica and Stena Britannica. Both are large and offer comfortable […]

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]]> Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/hampton-court-palace-flower-show-tickets-and-discounts.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:58:18 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1319 Flower Show The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest flower show in the world. Run by the Royal Horticultural Society in England, the show takes place every July in at the famous historic palace in Surrey, near London. Hampton Court Palace Flower Show tickets are available for both members and non-members of the […]

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]]> Trains from London to Bruges https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-bruges.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:53:29 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1308 Brussels Train Station If you want to travel to Belgium from the UK, trains from London to Bruges are a great way to get from England to continental Europe. All trains on this route travel via Brussels, so to take a train from London to Bruges, you should start by taking a train from London […]

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]]> Trains from London to Cologne https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/trains-from-london-to-cologne.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:34:51 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1302 Eurostar in Brussels Trains from London to Cologne are a great way to travel from the UK to Germany when you are visiting Europe. All services on this route run via Brussels, so to take a train from London to Cologne, you should first take a train from London to Brussels. These are operated by […]

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]]> Left Luggage at Newcastle Train Station https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/09/left-luggage-newcastle-train-station.html Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:43:33 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1296 Left Luggage at Newcastle Train Station Left luggage at Newcastle train station is a great place to store your larger bags when you are visiting the UK. The service is operated by a company called Autohorn, which offer both car hire and bag storage operations. Their facilities can lighten your load, making it easier for […]

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]]> Trains from London to Lille https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/trains-from-london-to-lille.html Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:29:28 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1290 Lille Europe Train Station Trains from London to Lille are the fastest way to get from the capital of the UK to France. Eurostar is currently the only company that operate trains on this route. Their trains leave from London St Pancras International train station and arrive at Lille Europe train station. Both stations are […]

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]]> Ferries from the Isle of Man to Dublin https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/ferries-from-isle-of-man-to-dublin.html Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:11:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/ferries-from-isle-of-man-to-dublin.html Ferry from the Isle of Man Ferries from the Isle of Man to Dublin are a great way to travel from the UK to Ireland. Services on this route are operated by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. Their ships offer fast, comfortable transportation for both foot passengers and people travelling with vehicles. The […]

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]]> Ferries from Ramsgate to Oostende https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/ferries-from-ramsgate-to-oostende.html Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:29:34 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/ferries-from-ramsgate-to-oostende.html Transeuropa Ferry Ferries from Ramsgate to Oostende used to be a great way to travel from England to Belgium when you were visiting the UK. Ferries on this route were operated by Transeuropa Ferries. They offered large car-and-passenger ferries that made it convenient to get to Europe by ship. Unfortunately, the company ceased operations in […]

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]]> Trains from Windermere to Manchester Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/trains-from-windermere-to-manchester-airport.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:29:06 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1262 Windermere Station If you need to get to the airport after your trip to the Lake District, trains from Windermere to Manchester Airport are a great way to travel. Both Virgin Trains and TransPennine Express run services on this route. The main differences between their offerings is that Virgin Trains’ services require two changes on […]

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]]> Trains from Manchester Airport to Windermere https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/trains-from-manchester-airport-to-windermere.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:21:19 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1260 Windermere Train Trains from Manchester Airport to Windermere are a great way to get from your flight to the Lake District when you are visiting the UK. Trains from the airport to the Lake District are run by two companies: First TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains. Their two-class carriages offer ample luggage storage areas and […]

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]]> Trains from Windermere to Oxenholme https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/trains-from-windermere-to-oxenholme.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:08:12 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1255 Oxenholme Train Station If you need to get around the Lake District without a car, trains from Windermere to Oxenholme are a good travel option. Services on this route are operated by First TransPennine Express. Their trains have two classes of seats and offer a comfortable way to travel on the short journey. All trains […]

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]]> Trains from Oxenholme to Windermere https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/trains-from-oxenholme-to-windermere.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:02:47 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1253 Windermere Train Trains from Oxenholme to Windermere are a great way to travel in the Lake District when you are visiting the UK. The short train service between these stations is run by First TransPennine Express. They operate two-class carriages with comfortable seats and bag storage areas. Trains run frequently throughout the day from Oxenholme […]

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]]> Tune Hotels London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/tune-hotel-london.html Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:26:04 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/08/tune-hotel-london.html Parliament and Westminster Bridge Tune Hotels London Addresses Liverpool Street: 13-15 Folgate Street, London E1 6BX King’s Cross: 324 Gray’s Inn Road, London WC1X 8BU Paddington: 41 Praed Street, London W2 1NR Westminster: 118-120 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7RW The first Tune Hotel in London opened in 2010. With its cheap hotel rooms, it […]

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]]> onefinestay Apartment Rentals in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/onefinestay-apartment-rentals-in-london.html Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:44:59 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1229 One Fine Stay Apartment Onefinestay apartment rentals in London are the perfect “unhotel” for visitors that want to feel at home. Combining the service and amenities of a hotel with the comfort of staying in someone’s home, onefinestay‘s apartment rentals are a great choice for those tired of bland views, intrusive housekeeping service, and uninspiring […]

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]]> Cartier Queen’s Cup Polo Tickets & Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/cartier-polo-tickets-and-discounts.html Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:24:45 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/cartier-polo-tickets-and-discounts.html Guards Polo Club The Cartier Queen’s Cup Polo final is an important day on the international polo calendar. Each June, the polo event takes place at the Guards Polo Club near Windsor, England. Polo enthusiasts and celebrities from around the globe descend on the club for polo, socializing, and luxury shopping. Cartier Polo tickets come […]

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]]> Ferries from Rosyth to Zeebrugge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/ferries-from-rosyth-to-zeebrugge.html Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:49:01 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/ferries-from-rosyth-to-zeebrugge.html Rosyth to Zeebrugge Ferry Ferries from Rosyth to Zeebrugge in Belgium are now only available for freight shipping. Passenger ferries on this route used to be operated by Norfolkline, but the service was discontinued. Currently the only ferry between the two cities is the freight service run by DFDS Seaways. This service is not available […]

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]]> London Free Cycle Hire https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/london-free-cycle-hire.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/london-free-cycle-hire.html#comments Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:57:00 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1210 London Cycle Hire London free cycle hire began on 30 July 2010. Officially known as Barclays Cycle Hire, the scheme is a city-wide programme for free bike rental in central London. The cycle hire scheme is similar to programmes in other cities, most notably the famous Velib’ in Paris. Over 8,000 “Boris Bikes”—as the bicycles […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/london-free-cycle-hire.html/feed 4 Trains from Nottingham to Skegness https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-nottingham-to-skegness.html Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:19:04 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-nottingham-to-skegness.html Skegness Bowling If you want to get from the East Midlands to the coast in Lincolnshire, trains from Nottingham to Skegness are a great way to travel. Services between these cities are operated by East Midlands Trains, which provide comfortable one-class seating options on this route. Trains run once an hour at peak times, making […]

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]]> Trains from Derby to Skegness https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-derby-to-skegness.html Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:12:19 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-derby-to-skegness.html Skegness Pier Trains from Derby to Skegness are a great way to travel from the East Midlands to the Lincolnshire coast. East Midlands Trains operate services between these two cities, making it easy to get from one to the other. Trains on this route depart from Derby train station once an hour at peak times, […]

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]]> Trains from London to Darlington https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-london-to-darlington.html Sun, 18 Jul 2010 10:02:31 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-london-to-darlington.html King’s Cross Train Station If you need to travel from the capital to County Durham when you are visiting the UK, trains from London to Darlington are a good option. Services are run by East Coast, which operate fast, convenient trains up and down the country. East Coast’s trains are clean and comfortable, with two […]

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]]> Trains from London to Doncaster https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-london-to-doncaster.html Sun, 18 Jul 2010 09:54:44 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-london-to-doncaster.html King’s Cross Station If you’re looking to travel to South Yorkshire while visiting the UK, trains from London to Doncaster are a great way to get there. East Coast operate most rail services between these cities. Their trains are quick and convenient, and offer two classes of seating, luggage storage areas, and plenty of food […]

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]]> Trains from London to Stevenage https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-london-to-stevenage.html Sun, 18 Jul 2010 09:47:47 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/07/trains-from-london-to-stevenage.html King’s Cross Train Station If you want to travel by rail from the capital to Hertfordshire, trains from London to Stevenage are a great option. Rail services operate from London King’s Cross train station and are run by a company called First Capital Connect. They offer two-class services with areas for bag storage and food […]

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]]> Trains from London to Leicester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-leicester.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:53:56 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-leicester.html Train Reflections Trains from London to Leicester are a convenient way to travel from the capital to the East Midlands when you are visiting the UK. Services leave from London St Pancras train station, which is in the north part of the city centre. Trains are operated by East Midlands Trains, which have comfortable coaches, […]

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]]> Trains from London to Colchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-colchester.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:41:34 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-colchester.html Colchester Railway Station Trains from London to Colchester are a great way to get from the capital to Essex when you are visiting England. Departures take place from London’s Liverpool Street train station, which is well served by tube lines and bus routes. Trains travel directly to Colchester train station in Essex without requiring any […]

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]]> Trains from London to Ipswich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-ipswich.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:32:32 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-ipswich.html Ipswich Train If you need to travel from the UK capital to Suffolk, trains from London to Ipswich are a great option. Services on this route leave from London Liverpool Street train station, which is located in the eastern part of central London. They are run by Greater Anglia. Trains from London to Ipswich depart […]

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]]> Trains from London to Whitstable https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-whitstable.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:16:34 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-whitstable.html Whitstable If you need to get from the capital to the coast, trains from London to Whitstable are a great way to travel to Kent. Souteastern is the company that operate services on this route. They offer trains from both St Pancras and Victoria stations. Services depart London three or four times an hour, once […]

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]]> Trains from London to Folkestone https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-folkestone.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:01:05 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-folkestone.html Folkestone Train Station Going by train from London to Folkestone is a convenient way to travel from the capital to the coast when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route are run by Southeastern. They offer two services: one that departs from St Pancras station and one that departs from Charing Cross station. […]

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]]> Trains from London to the Lake District https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-lake-district.html Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:42:09 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-lake-district.html The Lake District Trains from London to the Lake District are a great way to travel from the capital to the famous region in the north of England when you are visiting the UK. Most trains from London to various stations around the Lake District are run by Virgin Trains. Their services depart from Euston […]

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]]> Trains from London to Oxenholme https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-oxenholme.html Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:29:21 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-oxenholme.html Oxenholme Station Trains from London to Oxenholme are a great way to get from the capital to one of the Lake District’s main transport hubs when you are visiting the UK. Services on this route are run by Virgin Trains. They offer fast and convenient trains between London’s Euston train station and the Oxenholme Lake […]

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]]> Top 10 Sightseeing in Harrogate https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/top-10-sightseeing-in-harrogate.html Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:15:38 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1141 Royal Pump Room Museum The beautiful historic spa town of Harrogate has no shortage of sights to see, and the surrounding area offers a wealth of sightseeing as well. To help you decide what to do while visiting, below is my list of the top 10 things to see in Harrogate. Top 10 Sightseeing in […]

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]]> Best Belfast Hotels https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/best-belfast-hotels.html Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:07:47 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/best-belfast-hotels.html Belfast Malmaison The best Belfast hotels are spread throughout the city. They range from large international chain hotels to small boutique hotels, but all of them maintain high quality standards and great service. Below is my list of the best hotels in Belfast. Malmaison Belfast Address: 34-38, Victoria Street, Belfast BT1 3GH Phone: +44 (0) […]

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]]> The Lawrance Apartments in Harrogate https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/the-lawrance-apartments-in-harrogate.html Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:55:09 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1111 The Lawrance Apartments The Lawrance Apartments in Harrogate Address: 38-42 Kings Road, Harrogate, HG1 5JW Phone: +44 (0)1423 503226 The Lawrance in Harrogate opened in late 2009 and has been a hit on the Harrogate accommodation scene ever since. With three properties in Harrogate housing 19 luxury suites and apartments, The Lawrance offers a refreshing […]

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]]> Trains from Harrogate to York https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-harrogate-to-york.html Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:55:19 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1100 Harrogate Train Station One of the easiest ways to travel in Yorkshire is by rail, and trains from Harrogate to York are a great way to get between the two famous cities when you are visiting the UK. Northern Rail operate services on this route. Their trains are comfortable and offer standard class seating throughout […]

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]]> Trains from York to Harrogate https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-york-to-harrogate.html Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:49:15 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1096 Harrogate Train Station Travelling by train from York to Harrogate is a convenient way to get around when you are visiting Yorkshire. Trains between these cities are run by Northern Rail, which offer comfortable carriages with standard seating and luggage storage areas. Trains leave York for Harrogate station once every hour from the morning until […]

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]]> Trains from Harrogate to Leeds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-harrogate-to-leeds.html Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:43:26 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1093 Harrogate Train Station Taking a train from Harrogate to Leeds is a convenient way to travel through Yorkshire when you are visiting England. Services between these cities are operated by Northern Rail. They offer single-class trains with comfortable seats and bag storage areas. Trains run frequently, so it is easy to find a time that […]

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]]> Trains from Leeds to Harrogate https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-leeds-to-harrogate.html Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:38:58 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1091 Harrogate Train Station Trains from Leeds to Harrogate are a great way to travel in Yorkshire when you are visiting the UK. Services are operated by a company called Northern Rail, which run fast, comfortable trains between the two cities. Departures on this route take place frequently throughout the day. Trains leave Leeds for Harrogate […]

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]]> Car Hire at Euston Station https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/car-hire-at-euston-station.html Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:41 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1085 Europcar at Euston There are several options for car hire at Euston Station in London, as multiple companies have offices and vehicles there. Below is a comparison of your choices. If you are taking the tube or a train to Euston, the most convenient option for car hire at Euston Station is Europcar, National, or […]

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]]> Trains from London to Windermere https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-windermere.html Fri, 11 Jun 2010 19:07:04 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1078 Windermere Train Station Travelling by train from London to Windermere is a great way to get to the Lake District when you are visiting the UK. A company called Virgin Trains operate services on this route. Their carriages offer two classes of seats, ample luggage storage areas, and food and beverage options, making it a […]

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]]> Trains from London to Harrogate https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-harrogate.html Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:56:17 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1074 Harrogate Station Trains from London to Harrogate are a great way to get from the capital to the famous spa town in Yorkshire when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route are run by a company called East Coast. Their trains are fast and comfortable, making the journey to the north a pleasant […]

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]]> Trains from London to Peterborough https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-peterborough.html Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:44:19 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1068 London Train Station Taking the train from London to Peterborough is a good way to travel from the capital to Cambridgeshire when you are visiting the UK. A company called East Coast operate trains between these cities. They offer comfortable carriages with two classes of seating, luggage storage areas, and food options. Trains leave frequently from […]

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]]> Trains from London to Bradford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-bradford.html Mon, 07 Jun 2010 13:11:56 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/trains-from-london-to-bradford.html King’s Cross Travelling by train from London to Bradford is a good option when you are visiting the UK. Trains are operated by two companies: Grand Central and East Coast. Grand Central’s trains depart less frequently and are slightly slower, but are direct and cheaper than East Coast’s. Trains from London to Bradford leave frequently […]

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]]> Polo in the Park Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/polo-in-the-park-tickets-and-discounts.html Wed, 02 Jun 2010 16:05:42 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/06/polo-in-the-park-tickets-and-discounts.html Hurlingham Club in London Polo in the Park is an annual polo tournament in west London. It takes place at the Hurlingham Club near London’s Parsons Green neighbourhood. Polo in the Park tickets and discounts are available to the general public. The concept is to bring polo teams from around the world together for a […]

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]]> Museums at Night in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/museums-at-night-in-london.html Fri, 14 May 2010 20:58:56 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/museums-at-night-in-london.html The London Transport Museum Museums at Night is an annual festival in London. It is part of the larger European festival called La Nuit des Musees. During the three nights of Museums at Night in London, many of the biggest and best museums in the city will be open late for visitors to enjoy the […]

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]]> Royal Windsor Horse Show Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/royal-windsor-horse-show-tickets-and-discounts.html Fri, 14 May 2010 16:58:05 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/royal-windsor-horse-show-tickets-and-discounts.html Galloping Royal Windsor Horse Show tickets are always in high demand, as the event is a popular one among horse enthusiasts from around the world. The show takes place every May in Windsor, England. Each day of the show includes an array of events, including horse jumping, showing, and driving. Tickets are available for both […]

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]]> Trains from London to the Guards Polo Club https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/trains-from-london-to-the-cartier-polo.html Fri, 14 May 2010 16:31:44 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/trains-from-london-to-the-cartier-polo.html Guards Polo Club Taking the train from London to the Guards Polo Club in Surrey is a great way to avoid traffic and road congestion before an event. Trains on this route are run by a company called South West Trains. They run quick, convenient services between the capital and the polo fields. Trains depart […]

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]]> Henley Royal Regatta Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/henley-royal-regatta-tickets-and-discounts.html Fri, 14 May 2010 16:04:12 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=1020 Henley Royal Regatta The Henley Royal Regatta is one of the most famous rowing race events in the world. The regatta takes place each year in the town of Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire. The dates differ every year, but the regatta usually starts at the end of June and ends sometime in the beginning of July. […]

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]]> Chelsea Flower Show Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/chelsea-flower-show-tickets-and-discounts.html Fri, 14 May 2010 15:34:42 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/chelsea-flower-show-tickets-and-discounts.html Chelsea Flower Show The Chelsea Flower Show is over 100 years old, and is one of the best known flower shows in the world. Run by the Royal Horticultural Society in England, the Chelsea Flower Show takes place every May in the central London borough of Chelsea. Chelsea Flower Show tickets are available for both […]

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]]> Trains from London to Chichester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/trains-from-london-to-chichester.html Thu, 13 May 2010 12:04:15 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/trains-from-london-to-chichester.html Chichester Train Station Trains from London to Chichester are a great way to get from the capital to West Sussex when you are visiting the UK. Services between these cities are operated by a company called Southern. Their trains are quick and comfortable, with two classes of carriage and food and beverage options on board. […]

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]]> London Taxi Satellite Map Video https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/london-taxi-satellite-map-video.html Sat, 08 May 2010 19:19:54 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/?p=769 An interesting BBC video clip showing a day in the life of London’s taxis on a satellite map:

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]]> How to Get from the Eurostar to Luton Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-luton-airport.html Fri, 07 May 2010 11:23:52 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-luton-airport.html Statue at St Pancras station If you need to get from the Eurostar to Luton Airport, you are in luck. Direct trains operate from the same station that the Eurostar arrives at, making it easy to transfer and continue your journey. Buses also operate on this route, but they are only a good option if […]

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]]> How to Get from the Eurostar to London City Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-london-city-airport.html Fri, 07 May 2010 11:10:51 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-london-city-airport.html West India Quays DLR Station To get from the Eurostar to London City Airport, you can take a combination of the London Underground (tube) and the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). From the Eurostar, you will first need to transfer to the London Underground in St Pancras Station. Take the Northern line from St Pancras to […]

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]]> How to Get from the Eurostar to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-stansted-airport.html Fri, 07 May 2010 10:53:16 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-stansted-airport.html Stansted Express To get from the Eurostar to Stansted Airport, you can take a combination of the London Underground (tube) and a train or bus. The options are detailed below. Underground and Train from the Eurostar to Stansted Airport From the Eurostar platform, go to the London Underground in St Pancras station. Take the Circle, […]

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]]> How to Get from the Eurostar to Gatwick Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-gatwick-airport.html Fri, 07 May 2010 10:37:17 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-gatwick-airport.html Train To get from the Eurostar to Gatwick Airport, you can take a combination of the London Underground (tube) and a train or bus. Details for both options are below. Underground and Train from the Eurostar to Gatwick Airport From the Eurostar, transfer to the London Underground in St Pancras Station. Take the Victoria line […]

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]]> How to Get from the Eurostar to Heathrow Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-heathrow-airport.html Fri, 07 May 2010 10:15:50 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/eurostar-to-heathrow-airport.html Piccadilly Line and Heathrow Express If you arrive at London St Pancras train station on the Eurostar and need to transfer to Heathrow Airport, you have several options. They are compared below. London Underground from the Eurostar to Heathrow Airport From the Eurostar, you can transfer to the London Underground (tube) in St Pancras Station. […]

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]]> Trains from London to the Glastonbury Festival https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/trains-from-london-to-glastonbury-festival.html Thu, 06 May 2010 13:44:38 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/trains-from-london-to-glastonbury-festival.html Paddington Station Taking the train from London to the Glastonbury Festival is one of the greenest and most environmentally friendly ways to travel. Trains to the Glastonbury Festival depart from London Paddington train station and arrive at Castle Cary train station. They are operated by First Great Western. Trains depart London up to twice an […]

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]]> Glastonbury Festival Tickets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/glastonbury-festival-tickets.html Thu, 06 May 2010 13:20:45 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/glastonbury-festival-tickets.html Glastonbury Festival Flags The Glastonbury Festival is one of the largest and best known outdoor music and performing arts festivals in the UK. If you are in England when it takes place, it is a great way to experience British culture and see top performers from around the world. Glastonbury tickets usually sell out right […]

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]]> Michelin Starred Restaurants in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/michelin-starred-restaurants-in-london.html Thu, 06 May 2010 12:51:58 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/michelin-starred-restaurants-in-london.html Dessert at The Ledbury The Michelin Guide is considered by many to be the definitive guide to the best restaurants in the world. The 2015 Michelin Guide has given the following London restaurants Michelin Stars. One Michelin Starred Restaurants in London Alyn Williams at The Westbury Amaya Belgravia Ametsa Angler Arbutus Barrafina Benares Bonhams Brasserie […]

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]]> UK Train Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/uk-train-tickets-and-discounts.html Wed, 05 May 2010 10:52:33 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/05/uk-train-tickets-and-discounts.html London Tube Train The UK train system works a bit differently than some other countries’ rail networks. Trains are operated by different companies, fares fluctuate, and things can be generally confusing if you’re not in the know. As such, the goal of this guide is to help you make sense of the system so that […]

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]]> Buses from London to Madrid https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-madrid.html Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:24:03 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-madrid-2.html Victoria Station If you’re looking for the cheapest way to get from the capital of the UK to the capital of Spain, buses from London to Madrid are your best choice. To travel between the UK and Spain, you must first take a bus from London to Paris and then transfer to a bus from […]

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]]> Ferries from Holyhead to Dublin https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/ferries-from-holyhead-to-dublin.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/ferries-from-holyhead-to-dublin.html#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:40:38 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/ferries-from-holyhead-to-dublin.html Stena Line Ferry If you need to get from the UK to Ireland, taking a ferry from Holyhead to Dublin is a great way to travel. Holyhead is located on the Isle of Anglesey in North Wales, and is one of the closest points in Great Britain to Ireland. Ferries between these cities are run […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/ferries-from-holyhead-to-dublin.html/feed 1 Trains from London to Madrid https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-madrid.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:37:07 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-madrid.html Eurostar Train at London St Pancras If you do not plan to fly from the UK to Spain, taking the train is the best way to get from London to Madrid. To take a train from London to Madrid, first take the Eurostar from London to Paris (details on how to do this can be […]

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]]> Buses from London to Calais https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-calais.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-calais.html#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:32:47 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-calais.html Dover-Calais Ferry If you need to get to France on the cheap, buses from London to Calais are your best travel option. National Express is the company that operate buses to Calais. Their coaches depart from London’s Victoria Coach station and travel to both the Calais city centre and the front of the ferry port. […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-calais.html/feed 1 Trains from London to Milton Keynes https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-milton-keynes.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:21:55 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-milton-keynes.html Milton Keynes Train Station Trains from London to Milton Keynes are a good way to travel from the capital to Buckinghamshire when you are visiting the UK. Services on this route are run by two companies: CrossCountry and Virgin Trains. CrossCountry’s trains tend to be cheaper, if a bit slower, than Virgin’s. All services on […]

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]]> Trains from London to Chester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-chester.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:12:26 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-chester.html Chester, England Trains from London to Chester are a quick and easy way to travel from the capital to Cheshire when you are visiting the UK. Trains are operated by Virgin Trains, which run fast services and offer two classes of carriages with food and beverage options throughout the journey. Departures take place frequently from […]

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]]> Trains from London to Stoke-on-Trent https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-stoke-on-trent.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:10:12 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-stoke-on-trent.html Virgin Train If you’re planning to go to the famous city in Staffordshire while you are visiting the UK, trains from London to Stoke-on-Trent are a good way to get there. Trains depart frequently from London Euston train station in the city centre. They are run by two companies: Virgin Trains and East Anglia. Virgin […]

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]]> Trains from London to Nottingham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-nottingham.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:46 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-nottingham.html Train at Nottingham If you need to travel from the capital to the heart of England, trains from London to Nottingham are a great way to go. Trains run frequently from the domesitc terminal of London St Pancras train station and from the adjacent King’s Cross train station. They are all operated by East Midlands […]

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]]> Trains from London to Southampton https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-southampton.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:48:20 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-southampton.html Platform 2 If you need to get from the capital to the coast when you are travelling in the UK, trains from London to Southampton are a good option. Two companies run trains on this route: Southern and South West Trains. There are several key differences between the companies’ offerings. The first is that Southern […]

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]]> Trains from London to Weymouth https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-weymouth.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:42:56 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-weymouth.html Weymouth Harbour Trains from London to Weymouth are a nice way to travel from the UK capital to the seaside when you are visiting England. Trains on this route are run by South West Trains. Their carriages are comfortable and offer two classes of service as well as food and drinks. Departures take palace from […]

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]]> Trains from London to Reading https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-reading.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:36:12 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-reading.html Train Enters Reading Station Trains from London to Reading are one of the fastest ways to travel from the capital to Berkshire when you are visiting the UK. Services between these cities are run by First Great Western, a company that operate trains throughout the region. Carriages on their trains offer two classes of comfortable […]

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]]> Trains from London to Slough https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-slough.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:31:08 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-slough.html Slough Trains from London to Slough are a great way to get from the capital to Berkshire. Services are fast and frequent, making the journey quick and convenient. Trains are operated by a company called First Great Western. They run services to Slough from London Paddington train station, which is right in the centre of […]

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]]> Trains from Portsmouth to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-portsmouth-to-london.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:20:35 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-portsmouth-to-london.html Colourful Trains Trains from Portsmouth to London are a great way to travel from the coast to the capital when you are visiting the UK. Services are operated by two companies: Southern and South West Trains. The former operate services from Portsmouth Harbour train station to London Victoria, and the latter to Waterloo. South West’s […]

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]]> Trains from Glasgow to Aberdeen https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-glasgow-to-aberdeen.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:02:52 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-glasgow-to-aberdeen.html Glasgow Central Train Station Trains from Glasgow to Aberdeen are a convenient way to travel when you are visiting Scotland. A company called First ScotRail operate rail services between these cities and many others in the country. Departures on this route take place from Glasgow Queen Street train station, and trains arrive at Aberdeen train […]

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]]> Trains from Glasgow to Inverness https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-glasgow-to-inverness.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:57:23 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-glasgow-to-inverness.html Blue Train at Perth Trains from Glasgow to Inverness are a great way to travel when you are visiting Scotland. Operated by First ScotRail, services on this route are comfortable and offer a convenient way to get between the two cities. Trains depart from Glasgow Queen Street train station, which is located in the middle […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to Inverness https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-edinburgh-to-inverness.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:52:36 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-edinburgh-to-inverness.html The Highland Chieftain Train Trains from Edinburgh to Inverness are a great way to travel in Scotland while you are visiting the UK. Services are run by First ScotRail, which operate trains throughout the country. Trains leave from Edinburgh Waverley train station, which is located in the heart of the city centre. They arrive at […]

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]]> Trains from London to Inverness https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-inverness.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:48:00 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-inverness.html London Train Trains from London to Inverness are a great way to travel from the capital to Scotland when you are visiting the UK. Services are run by a company called East Coast, which operate all along the length of Great Britain. Their trains depart from both London Euston and King’s Cross train stations, which […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to Aberdeen https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-edinburgh-to-aberdeen.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:40:18 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-edinburgh-to-aberdeen.html Waverly Station, Edinburgh Trains from Edinburgh to Aberdeen are a great way to travel when you are visiting Scotland. Services, which are operated by a company called East Coast, are quick and convenient. Trains leave from Edinburgh’s main train station and arrive at Aberdeen train station without requiring any connections en route. There are also […]

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]]> Trains from London to Aberdeen https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-aberdeen.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:32:03 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-aberdeen.html Train Station Trains from London to Aberdeen are a great alternative to air travel between England and Scotland when you are visiting the UK. Services between the capital and the Scottish city to the north are operated by East Coast, which run trains all up and down the country. Departures on this route take place […]

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]]> Buses from London to Manchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-manchester.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-manchester.html#comments Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:39:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-manchester.html Victoria Coach Station, London If you are searching for a cheap alternative to a flight or train, travelling by bus from London to Manchester is the best option. There are two large companies that run services between these cities: National Express and Megabus. A comparison of their offerings is laid out below. National Express Coaches […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-manchester.html/feed 1 Buses from Manchester to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-manchester-to-london.html Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:20:28 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-manchester-to-london.html Victoria Coach Station If you want a cheaper alternative to a train or a flight, taking a bus is the best way to get from Manchester to London. There are two major companies that offer coaches on this route: National Express and Megabus. Their offerings are compared below. National Express Buses from Manchester to London […]

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]]> Trains from London to Nice https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-nice.html Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:34:44 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-nice.html Eurostar If you can’t take a flight to Nice or want an alternative type of journey, trains from London to Nice are a good option. To take a train from London to Nice, you must first take the Eurostar train from London to Paris (details on how to do this can be found here). It […]

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]]> Buses from London to Lille https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-lille.html Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:23:19 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-lille.html National Express If you cannot take a train or flight, or you want to find the cheapest way to get from London to Lille, taking a bus or coach is the best way to get from England to northern France. National Express operate coaches to Lille in cooperation with the European company Eurolines. Their buses […]

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]]> Buses from London to Amsterdam https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-amsterdam.html Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:15:23 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-amsterdam.html National Express If you can’t take the Eurostar-Thalys combination train journey or you want to find the cheapest way to get from London to Amsterdam, taking a coach is the best way to get from the capital of the UK to the famous city in The Netherlands. National Express run buses to Amsterdam in partnership […]

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]]> Buses from London to Brussels https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-brussels.html Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:08:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-brussels.html National Express If you’re not taking the Eurostar or flying, or if you want the cheapest way to get from London to Brussels, taking a bus is the best way to get from the UK to Belgium. National Express operate buses from London to Brussels in conjunction with a company called Eurolines. Coaches leave London […]

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]]> Buses from London to Paris https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-paris.html Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:59:44 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/buses-from-london-to-paris.html National Express If you can’t take the Eurostar train or you want a less expensive option for getting from London to Paris, taking a bus or coach is a good way to get across the channel to France. National Express run buses from London to Paris in conjunction with Eurolines. Coaches are standard, with luggage […]

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]]> Trains from London to Amsterdam https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-amsterdam.html Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:22:46 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/04/trains-from-london-to-amsterdam.html Eurostar Train Taking the train from London to Amsterdam is a great way to get from the UK to The Netherlands. Traveling by rail from the capital to Amsterdam requires taking two different trains operated by two different companies: Eurostar and Thalys. First, you should take a Eurostar train from London St Pancras train station […]

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]]> Trains from Winchester to Salisbury https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/trains-from-winchester-to-salisbury.html Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:01:26 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/trains-from-winchester-to-salisbury.html Train in Winchester Taking the train from Winchester to Salisbury is a great way to get between the two historic cities when you are visiting the UK. Travelling by rail is the fastest way to go via public transport. Services on this route are operated by a company called South West Trains. They offer comfortable […]

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]]> Mother’s Day in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/mothers-day-in-london.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:32:37 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/mothers-day-in-london.html Cherry Blossoms Often called Mothering Sunday, Mother’s Day in London is celebrated in a myriad of different ways. Showing your mother you appreciate her on Mother’s Day is easy to do in a city so full of options. Depending on what she likes, you can take your mum to lunch or dinner, go for a […]

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]]> Flights from Oxford to Newcastle https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/flights-from-oxford-to-newcastle.html Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:30:31 +0000 http://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/flights-from-oxford-to-newcastle.html Newcastle Airport Superimposition Launched on March 1, 2010, Varsity Express airlines was soon to offer flights from Oxford to Newcastle. Flights from Oxford to Newcastle were to begin on April 5, 2010. Initially there was to be one flight a day. The flights would have operated on an 18-seat BAE Jetstream 31 plane. Unfortunately, Varsity […]

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]]> Flights from Oxford to Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/flights-from-oxford-to-edinburgh.html Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:51:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/03/flights-from-oxford-to-edinburgh.html Plane An airline called Varsity Express once offered flights from Oxford to Edinburgh. Unfortunately there are no longer flights between these two airports. Flights from Oxford (OXF) to Edinburgh (EDI) on Varsity Express ceased running due to a dispute between the airline and the provider of the planes. If flights recommence, they will run exclusively […]

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]]> How to Get from London to Luton Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/how-to-get-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/how-to-get-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Airport If you want to get from London to Luton Airport, you have a number of different options. The choices vary by time, comfort, and price, so you can decide on your mode of transportation according to your preferences for each one. Below are summaries of each option. You can click on the headers for […]

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]]> Trains from London to Luton Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/trains-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:21:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/trains-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Luton Airport Trains from London to Luton Airport are a great way to travel from the city centre to your flight when you are visiting the UK. Services are run by First Capital Connect, which operates clean, comfortable trains with first class and standard class carriages. There are numerous daily departures from central London to […]

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]]> Buses from London to Luton Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/buses-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/buses-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Plane Buses from London to Luton Airport are a great way to travel from the city centre to your flight. Services depart from multiple points in London and tickets are cheap, making bus transport both convenient and a good value for money. There are a few companies that run services on this route, including easyBus […]

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]]> Terravision Bus from London to Luton Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/terravision-bus-from-london-to-luton.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:47:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/terravision-bus-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Luton Airport Bus Terravision (operated by Green Line) offer cheap buses from London to Luton Airport. Bus 757 departs from central London at Victoria and stops at Marble Arch, Baker Street, Finchley Road, and Brent Cross tube stations before travelling to Luton. The driving time on these buses is around 1 hour and 40 minutes […]

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]]> Valentine’s Day in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/valentines-day-in-edinburgh.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:27:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/valentines-day-in-edinburgh.html Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is on 14 February. For those couples, friends, or singles looking for something to do on Valentine’s Day in Edinburgh, here are a few suggestions to make your night a special one: – Stay the night at the famous Scotsman Hotel, which normally offers a special romance package for Valentine’s Day. […]

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]]> Terravision Bus from London to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/terravision-bus-from-london-to-stansted.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/terravision-bus-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html Boeing 737-300 Terravision offer cheap buses from London to Stansted Airport, making it easy to get from the city centre to your flight. Buses depart from central London at Victoria and Liverpool Street Station. The driving time to Stansted Airport is 75 minutes from Victoria and 55 minutes from Liverpool Street. Services are direct and […]

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]]> Buses from London to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/buses-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:23:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/buses-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html easyJet There are several companies that offer buses from London to Stansted Airport. The main differences between the various services are their costs and pick-up and drop-off locations. Here are several options for buses from London to Stansted Airport. You can click on the headers to get more details about each one. easyBus easyBus tends […]

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]]> How to Get from London to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/how-to-get-from-london-to-stansted.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:21:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/how-to-get-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html Stansted Airport If you need to get from London to Stansted Airport, you have several options. The various alternatives differ by time, price, and comfort, so you can choose according to your preferences. Below are details about each method of transportation. You can click on the header links for additional information about each one. Buses […]

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]]> National Express Bus from London to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/national-express-bus-london-to-stansted.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:18:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/national-express-bus-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html National Express National Express buses from London to Stansted Airport are a great way to travel from the capital to your flight when you are visiting the UK. Coaches depart from several starting points in central London and arrive at the bus station right outside of Stansted Airport. Buses from Victoria Station to Stansted Airport […]

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]]> Trains from London to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/trains-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/trains-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html London Liverpool Street Taking the train from London to Stansted Airport is one of the fastest ways to get from the city centre to your flight. The train to the airport is called the Stansted Express, and it departs from Liverpool Street train station in East London. Trains on this route are brand new and […]

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]]> easyBus from London to Luton Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/easybus-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/easybus-from-london-to-luton-airport.html Control Tower Taking an easyBus coach is the cheapest way to get from London to Luton Airport. The company offer a direct service from the city centre to the airport. The non-stop service departs from near the Baker Street underground station, which is on the Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Jubilee, and Bakerloo lines. With […]

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]]> easyBus from London to Gatwick Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/easybus-from-london-to-gatwick-airport.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:37:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/easybus-from-london-to-gatwick-airport.html Gatwick Airport, North Terminal Taking an easyBus coach is the cheapest way to get from London to Gatwick Airport. easyBus coaches depart from central London near Earls Court. The closest tube station to the bus stop on Lillie Road is West Brompton on the Wimbledon branch of the District Line. The travel time is 1 […]

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]]> easyBus from London to Stansted Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/easybus-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:29:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/easybus-from-london-to-stansted-airport.html Stansted Airport easyBus is one of the cheapest ways to get from London to Stansted Airport. With single bus fares starting at £2.00, easyBus offers some of the lowest prices in the city. easyBus often has fare sales and other promotional offers for bus tickets to Stansted Airport as well. During their sales, you can […]

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]]> Flights to Leeds Bradford Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/flights-to-leeds-bradford-airport.html Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/02/flights-to-leeds-bradford-airport.html Airport Flags Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) in England is the largest airport in Yorkshire. The airport is served by a number of airlines, including jet2.com, which have a hub there. The following airlines offer flights to Leeds Bradford Airport: BH Air BH Air have flights to Leeds Bradford Airport from Burgas British Airways British […]

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]]> Riverhouse Backpackers Hostel in Cardiff https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/riverhouse-backpackers-hostel-cardiff.html Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:05:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/riverhouse-backpackers-hostel-in-cardiff.html Cardiff Castle Gate The Riverhouse Backpackers Hostel Address: 59 Fitzhamon Embankment, CF11 6AN, Cardiff, Wales, UK The Riverhouse Backpackers in Cardiff is one of the best hostels in Wales. It is so good, in fact, that the hostel was rated number 6 in the Hostelworld Best Hostels in the World list in 2010. Small, family-run, […]

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]]> Trains from London to Eastbourne https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/trains-from-london-to-eastbourne.html Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/trains-from-london-to-eastbourne.html Victoria Station Trains from London to Eastbourne are a great way to travel from the UK capital to the sea when you are visiting England. Services are operated by a company called Southern. Southern trains run regularly from London’s Victoria train station, which is located right in the heart of the city near Buckingham Palace. […]

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]]> Lighthouse B&B in the South Downs https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/lighthouse-bb-south-downs.html Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/lighthouse-bb-south-downs.html Belle Tout Belle Tout Lighthouse B&B, South Downs Address: Beachy Head, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 0AE, UK Phone: +44 (0)1323 423 185 Opened in March 2010, the historic Belle Tout Lighthouse B&B in the South Downs is situated in a newly renovated historic lighthouse in East Sussex. The B&B offers 360-degree views of the English […]

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]]> West Usk Lighthouse B&B in Wales https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/west-usk-lighthouse-bb-in-wales.html Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:20:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/west-usk-lighthouse-bb-in-wales.html West Usk Garden West Usk Lighthouse B&B Address: St. Brides Wentloog, Newport Gwent, NP10 8SFT, Wales Phone: 01633 810126 Named “one of the most romantic places in Britain,” the West Usk Lighthouse bed and breakfast is situated in a historic lighthouse in Newport, Gwent in southeastern Wales. The B&B offers 360 degree views of the […]

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]]> York, England Travel Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-england.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-england.html York Minster York is a historic town in the north of England. Founded by the Romans and at times run by Saxons and Vikings, today York has a beautiful walled city that is most famous for its stunning cathedral, the York Minster. York offers many sightseeing opportunities, historical and cultural activities, great restaurants, museums, attractions, […]

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]]> Best Restaurants in York https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/best-restaurants-in-york.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:00:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/best-restaurants-in-york.html J Baker’s Bistro There are innumerable places to eat in York, England, so sometimes deciding which ones are the best restaurants is a difficult task. From tearooms and chip shops to cafes and fine dining, the city has an impressive array of dining options that feature quality food at all levels of the price spectrum. […]

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]]> York Boat Tours https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-boat-tours.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:49:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-boat-tours.html Boat Tour in York A great way to see the city of York, England is to take a boat tour along the River Ouse. York boat tours are operated by YorkBoat. Their river cruises run daily from early February through late November. Visitors can board one of their boats at either King’s Staith landing or […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in York, England https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/top-10-things-to-do-in-york-england.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/top-10-things-to-do-in-york-england.html York If you’re visiting York, England, there are plenty of things to keep you entertained for a day trip or a weekend. To help you narrow down the choices, here is my list of the top 10 things to do in York: 1. Go on a bus tour of York to see the highlights and […]

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]]> York Train Station Left Luggage https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-train-station-left-luggage.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-train-station-left-luggage.html York Station An easy day trip from London, York is only a 2.5 hour train ride away. Storing your bags at the York train station left luggage office is a great way to lighten your load while you explore the best attractions and shopping York has to offer. York train station left luggage facilities are […]

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]]> Car Hire at York Train Station https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/car-hire-york-train-station.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:09:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/car-hire-york-train-station.html Street in York York train station has two car hire offices, one for Europcar and one for Hertz. The Europcar office is run by Autohorn, and it also offers car hire through Alamo and National. The Hertz car hire office at York train station is located between the platforms and the exit of the train […]

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]]> Buses from York Train Station to the City https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/buses-from-york-train-station-to-york.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/buses-from-york-train-station-to-york-city-centre.html York Train York is a very walkable city, and the York train station is located very close to the old walled city. As such, most people choose to walk from York train station to the York city centre, as the path is well marked by signposts along the way. However, if you need to take […]

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]]> Buses from York to Leeds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/buses-from-york-to-leeds.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:57:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/buses-from-york-to-leeds.html Leeds, England Buses from York to Leeds are a good way to travel between the two northern cities when you are visiting the UK. Buses are run by Coastliner, which run many bus services in the area. Their buses are clean and have comfortable seats, making for a smooth journey. Services on this route run […]

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]]> York Bus Tours https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-bus-tours.html Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:53:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/york-bus-tours.html York Colourful Bus If you are planning on visiting York, a great way to see the city is on a hop on, hop off York bus tour. York City Sightseeing buses run throughout the city of York on a 60-minute tour of York’s highlights. Commentary is offered in multiple languages, including English, Dutch, French, German, […]

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]]> Car Hire at Heathrow Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/car-hire-at-heathrow-airport.html Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:42:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/car-hire-at-heathrow-airport.html Collecting the Rental Car at Heathrow If you need to rent a car after flying to London, you have a lot of options for car hire at Heathrow airport. All kinds of vehicles are available from a number of different car hire companies, including many familiar international brands. If you want to hire a car […]

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]]> London Pass Deals and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/london-pass-deals-and-discounts.html Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2010/01/london-pass-deals-and-discounts.html London The famous London Pass is one of the best ways to save money in London. With free entry to museums and historical monuments, the ability to jump to the front of the queue, and a guide to help you make sense of the city, the London Pass provides great deals for those planning to […]

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]]> Flights from Oxford Airport to Geneva https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/flights-oxford-airport-geneva.html Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:34:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/flights-from-oxford-airport-to-geneva.html Oxford The recently revamped London Oxford Airport in Oxfordshire, England offered flights from London Oxford Airport to Geneva, Switzerland for the winter ski season for a few seasons. Unfortunately, flights on this route no longer operate. Winter ski flights from Oxford to Geneva were operated by Baboo airline, which was subsequently acquired by Darwin Airline. […]

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]]> Mooli’s London Restaurant Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/moolis-london.html Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:45:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/moolis-london.html Mooli’s Mooli’s London Address: 50 Frith Street, Soho, London W1D 4SQ Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday: 8:30 to 23.30. Closed Sunday. Mooli’s restaurant in London’s Soho neighborhood is one of my favourite places for lunch in London. With a stylish interior, friendly staff, efficient order-at-the-counter-and-we’ll-bring-it-to-your-table service, and some of the best Indian food in Soho, […]

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]]> Left Luggage at Manchester Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/left-luggage-manchester-airport.html Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/left-luggage-at-manchester-airport.html Manchester Airport Manchester airport left luggage facilities are a great place to store your larger bags when you are visiting the UK. Luggage storage is operated by the Excess Baggage Company, which operates bag storage facilities across the country. The company also offers bag shipping if you need to have your luggage sent somewhere when […]

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]]> Christmas in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/christmas-in-london.html Fri, 11 Dec 2009 09:02:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/christmas-in-london.html Christmastime in London If you’re spending Christmas in London, you have a wide variety of festive activities to choose from. London’s Christmas markets and seasonal ice skating rinks are one of the highlights of spending Christmas in London. From Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland to the famous ice skating rink at Somerset House, there are enough […]

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]]> Glasgow Loves Christmas https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/glasgow-winterfest.html Fri, 11 Dec 2009 08:44:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/winterfest-glasgow.html Glasgow George Square at Christmas Glasgow Loves Christmas Dates: late November to early January Location: George Square, Glasgow Glasgow Loves Christmas (formerly Winterfest) is an annual winter festival held in George Square in the Glasgow city centre. With events ranging from Glasgow on Ice to Hogmanay (New Year’s Eve) to the Glasgow Santa Dash, Glasgow […]

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]]> New Year’s Eve in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/new-years-eve-london.html Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/12/new-years-eve-london.html London New Years Eve If you’re going to be in London on New Year’s Eve, you have a wide variety of things to choose from to help you celebrate. There are plenty of options for ringing in the new year in London, and one of the most popular ways to spend New Year’s Eve in […]

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]]> Trains from Manchester to Leeds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/trains-from-manchester-to-leeds.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/trains-from-manchester-to-leeds.html Train in Leeds Trains from Manchester to Leeds are a convenient way to travel between the two cities in northern England when you are visiting the UK. Services on this route are operated by companies called First TransPennine Express and Northern Rail. Departures take place regularly from Manchester Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria train stations, […]

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]]> New Year’s Eve in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/new-years-eve-edinburgh.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/new-years-eve-in-edinburgh.html Edinburgh New Year New Year’s Eve in Edinburgh is one of the biggest celebrations of the year in Scotland, and generally considered the largest New Year’s Eve celebration in all of Europe. Called Hogmanay in Scotland, New Year’s Eve features a huge outdoor fireworks display during the famous annual Edinburgh Hogmanay Street Party (tickets are […]

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]]> Google Maps of London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/google-maps-london.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:24:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/google-maps-london.html Great online maps of London are available from Google Maps. Google offer free maps of the city through its Google Maps product. These include road and street maps as well as detailed maps of buildings, monuments, museums, and attractions throughout the city. You can check out and interact with Google maps of London below. Just […]

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]]> Leeds Christmas Market https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/leeds-christmas-market.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/leeds-christmas-market.html Leeds Christmas Leeds Christmas Market The largest Leeds Christmas market, called the Leeds Christkindelmarkt, is one of the biggest and most popular Christmas markets in the UK. The Leeds Christmas market is located in Millennium Square in the Leeds city centre. It features over 40 wooden chalets and a funfair for families. The market’s traditional […]

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]]> Leeds City Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/leeds-uk.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:14:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/leeds-city-guide.html Rooftops in Leeds Often overlooked by those on their way to other northern cities, Leeds is a bustling, cosmopolitan city that is worth a visit on any trip through the UK. An easy trip by train from London, Leeds offers great museums like the Leeds Art Gallery and The Henry Moore Institute. It also has […]

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]]> Leeds Train Station Left Luggage https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/leeds-train-left-luggage.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:07:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/leeds-train-station-left-luggage.html Left Luggage at Leeds Station Leeds train station left luggage facilities operate out of a small office at the Wellington Street entrance of the main railway station in the city centre. The train station left luggage office is operated by a company called the Excess Baggage Co. They offer secure storage for your bags while […]

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]]> Best Shopping in Leeds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/best-shopping-in-leeds.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/best-shopping-in-leeds.html Leeds, England Leeds is one of the best places to shop in the UK. With its gorgeous Victorian shopping arcades, its lively markets, and its endless number of high street shops, the city has something for every kind of shopper. Here are some of the top places to visit if you’re looking for the best […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Leeds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/top-10-things-to-do-in-leeds.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:51:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/top-10-things-to-do-in-leeds.html River in Leeds Leeds often gets overlooked on the itineraries of travellers visiting the UK, but the city has great history, architecture, and shopping, and is worth a trip. To help you plan, below is my list of the top 10 things to do in Leeds. 1. Visit the Leeds Art Gallery – With a […]

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]]> Best Budget Hotels in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/best-budget-hotels-in-london.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/best-budget-hotels-in-london.html#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/best-budget-hotels-in-london.html Hotel Room in London The best budget hotels in London are located throughout the city. While London is known for being one of the most expensive cities in the world, there are hotel deals and cheap hotel rooms available there just like in any other city. Below is a list of what I consider to […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/best-budget-hotels-in-london.html/feed 1 Hotel La Gaffe in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/hotel-la-gaffe-london.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:46:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/11/hotel-la-gaffe-in-london.html Hotel La Gaffe, Hampstead Hotel La Gaffe Address: 107-111 Heath Street, London NW3 6SS, UK Phone: +44 (0)207 435 8965 Hotel La Gaffe is one of the best budget hotels in London. Set in north London’s beautiful Hampstead village, La Gaffe offers not only affordable accommodation, but also a great location for guests to explore. […]

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]]> Top 10 Pubs in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/10/top-10-pubs-london.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:33:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/10/top-10-pubs-london.html Pub Food London is famous for its great pub culture, and the city has no shortage of watering holes scattered throughout every neighbourhood. From historic old pubs to shiny new gastropubs, there is something for every taste. Here is a list of what I consider to be the top 10 pubs in London: 1. Thomas […]

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]]> Bath Christmas Market https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/10/bath-christmas-market.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:03:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/10/bath-christmas-market.html Bath Christmas Market The Bath Christmas market is one of the most beloved and beautiful Christmas markets in England. Located in the beautiful plaza outside of Bath Abbey and across from the Roman Baths, the Bath Christmas market is right in the heart of the historic city. The Christmas market offers over 140 authentic wooden […]

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]]> International Travel Insurance for the UK https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/10/international-travel-insurance-uk.html Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/10/international-travel-insurance-for-the-uk.html Castle in the UK When travelling to the UK or outside of it, many visitors choose to purchase international travel insurance before their trip. It is a good way to make sure you are protected when you are travelling, and to give yourself peace of mind in case anything unexpected happens during your visit. There […]

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]]> Best London Guidebooks https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/best-london-guidebooks.html Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/best-london-guidebooks.html LUXE Guides Every major guidebook company from Lonely Planet to Let’s Go makes at least one London guidebook, so you are spoiled for choice when making a decision. Most guidebook companies also make a book on England or the UK as a whole, as Britain’s territory and diversity of places to visit make for enough […]

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]]> Google Maps of Wales https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/google-maps-wales.html Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/google-maps-wales.html Interactive Google Maps are available for Wales. The maps include detailed road and building maps of Welsh cities, towns, and rural regions. You can interact with the maps of Wales below, clicking on the map to zoom in or out, move around, or just explore. If you want to, you can create your own Google […]

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]]> Google Maps of Scotland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/google-maps-scotland.html Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:48:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/google-maps-scotland.html There are great Google Maps of Scotland available online. Interactive, clickable, and full of great detail, the maps are a great way to find locations, get directions, or just explore Scotland. They include building and street maps of Scottish cities, towns, and rural areas. You can take a look at the map of Scotland below, […]

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]]> Google Maps of England https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/google-maps-england.html Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:45:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/09/google-maps-england.html Google Maps is available for England. Google has maps of England that include road and street maps of major and minor cities, towns, and rural areas of England. You can check out the maps of England below. It is interactive, so you can click and drag the map to enlarge the viewing area or find […]

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]]> Notting Hill Carnival https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/notting-hill-carnival.html Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:00:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/notting-hill-carnival.html Notting Hill Carnival The Notting Hill Carnival: Dating back to 1966, the Notting Hill Carnival is an annual festival held every August Bank Holiday weekend in London’s Notting Hill neighbourhood. The Notting Hill Carnival is one of the most exciting festivals in London. Over a million visitors descend on Notting Hill each August to watch […]

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]]> Best Time to Visit Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/best-time-to-visit-edinburgh.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/best-time-to-visit-edinburgh.html Edinburgh, Scotland Edinburgh isn’t known for having sunny weather, so it’s best to plan your visit around the time of year that is most likely to have sunshine. As you may imagine, this means that the best time to visit Edinburgh is in the summer. During the summer months, the weather is at its warmest […]

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]]> Edinburgh August Festivals https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/edinburgh-august-festivals.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:21:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/edinburgh-august-festivals.html Edinburgh for the Festival August is the month for festivals in Edinburgh. During the entire month, the city is taken over by every kind of festival from theatre to literature to food, making it one of the best times of year to visit Edinburgh. Below is a list of the Edinburgh August festivals: Edinburgh Art […]

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]]> Airlines that Fly to Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/airlines-that-fly-to-edinburgh.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:51:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/airlines-that-fly-to-edinburgh.html Jet2 at Edinburgh Airport There are flights to Edinburgh airport (EDI) from all over the world. Below is a list of airlines that fly to Edinburgh and the cities from which their flights operate. Airlines that Fly to Edinburgh from Belgium Brussels Airlines has flights to Edinburgh from Brussels Airlines that Fly to Edinburgh from […]

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]]> Best Restaurants in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/best-restaurants-edinburgh.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:20:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/best-restaurants-edinburgh.html Spoon Cafe Edinburgh is getting more and more known for its culinary scene. From Modern Scottish to seafood and Italian, Edinburgh’s restaurants are topping the charts of UK foodie destinations. Below is a list of some of the best restaurants in Edinburgh. You can also see their locations on this Edinburgh restaurant map. The Witchery […]

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]]> Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/sheraton-grand-hotel-edinburgh.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/sheraton-grand-hotel-in-edinburgh.html Square in Front of the Sheraton Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh Address: 1 Festival Square, Edinburgh EH3 9SR, UK Phone: +44 (131) 229 9131 The Sheraton Grand hotel in Edinburgh is a great place to stay when visiting Scotland’s most vibrant city. The Sheraton Grand is located right below Edinburgh Castle and has great […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/top-ten-things-to-do-in-edinburgh.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/top-ten-things-to-do-in-edinburgh.html Edinburgh Cityscape Edinburgh is one of the best places to visit in the UK. The city has an amazing diversity of historical attractions, great shops and restaurants, and festivals throughout the year. With so much going on, it can be hard to decide how to spend your time there, so to help you, here is […]

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]]> Taxis from Edinburgh Airport to the City https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/taxis-from-edinburgh-airport-to-city.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/taxis-from-edinburgh-airport-to-city-center.html Edinburgh Taxi Edinburgh airport (EDI) is located just 12 kilometers (8 miles) from the city centre, so taking a taxi from Edinburgh airport is pretty quick and straightforward. Edinburgh airport has three main taxi stands. One is in front of the Edinburgh airport arrivals hall, one is at the short-term parking lot, and one is […]

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]]> Buses from Edinburgh Airport to the City https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/buses-from-edinburgh-airport-to-city.html Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:53:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/buses-from-edinburgh-airport-to-city-center.html Edinburgh Airport Bus Airlink Buses from Edinburgh Airport to the City Centre Buses from Edinburgh airport to the city centre are run by Lothian Buses. Their Airlink Express Shuttle service operates a bus called the Airlink 100 that runs from Edinburgh airport all throughout the day. Airlink buses depart from bus stand 19 outside the […]

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]]> Ferry from Liverpool to Dublin https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/ferry-from-liverpool-to-dublin.html Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:16:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/ferry-from-liverpool-to-dublin.html Liverpool Ferry Ferries from Liverpool to Dublin are a great way to cross the sea from England to Ireland when you are visiting the UK. Services between the two countries are run by P&O Irish Sea Ferries. P&O Ferries run a regular car and passenger ferry service to Dublin. Services are run on their three […]

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]]> St Moritz Hotel in Cornwall Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/st-moritz-hotel-cornwall.html Sat, 15 Aug 2009 13:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/st-moritz-hotel-in-cornwall.html St Moritz Hotel St Moritz Hotel Address: St Moritz Court, Trebetherick, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6SD, UK Hotel St Moritz in Cornwall is a luxury hotel in the Cornish town of Trebetherick. Sleek and well designed, it is a great place to stay on a trip through this part of Cornwall. Located on a cliff above […]

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]]> Trains from London to Bournemouth https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-bournemouth.html Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:02:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-bournemouth.html Bournemouth Train Station Travelling by train from London to Bournemouth is a great way to get from the UK capital to the sea when you are visiting England. Trains between the cities leave regularly from London Waterloo train station, which is located in the city centre just south of the Thames. Trains arrive at Bournemouth […]

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]]> Trains from London to Portsmouth https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-portsmouth.html Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-portsmouth.html British Train Trains from London to Portsmouth are a good way to travel from the capital to the coast when you are visiting the UK. Rail services run regularly from London Victoria and Waterloo train stations to Portsmouth Harbour train station to the south. Trains from Victoria are operated by Southern and trains from Waterloo […]

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]]> Buses from Oxford to Blenheim Palace https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/buses-from-oxford-to-blenheim-palace.html Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:32:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/buses-from-oxford-to-blenheim-palace.html Blenheim Palace Buses from Oxford to Blenheim Palace are a great way to get to the stately home when you are visiting the UK. There are several options for taking the bus from Oxford to Blenheim Palace. The most frequent bus is the Stagecoach bus 20 / 20A. The bus leaves Oxford from Gloucester Green […]

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]]> London Train Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/london-train-guide.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 22:32:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/london-train-guide.html Train Interior London is one of the largest railway hubs in the UK, which makes it easy to travel by train from London to many other parts of the country, and even Europe. There are many major domestic and international train stations located in London, including Euston, King’s Cross, St. Pancras International, Paddington, Victoria, Liverpool […]

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]]> How to Get from Cornwall to the Scilly Isles https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/how-to-get-from-cornwall-to-isles-of.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/how-to-get-from-cornwall-to-the-isles-of-scilly.html Flight There are two ways to get from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly: by plane or by boat. There used to be a helicopter service as well, but it was discontinued in 2012. Both options for getting to the Scilly Isles offer great views of the Cornish coast and the islands, so the choice […]

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]]> Helicopter from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/helicopter-from-cornwall-to-isles-of.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:49:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/helicopter-from-cornwall-to-the-isles-of-scilly.html Choppers Away! Helicopters from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly The helicopter service from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly was discontinued on 1 November 2012. Helicopters used to leave from the Penzance heliport and fly to St Mary’s and Tresco. Daily helicopters were run by the company British International. British International Helicopters from Cornwall […]

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]]> Flights from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/flights-from-cornwall-to-isles-of.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:41:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/flights-from-cornwall-to-the-isles-of-scilly.html Skybus Flights from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly Flights from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly are a great way to get from the British mainland to the islands off the Cornish coast when you are visiting the UK. Daily flights are run by a company called Skybus. Their planes leave from Land’s End […]

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]]> Ferry from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/ferry-from-cornwall-to-isles-of-scilly.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:29:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/ferry-from-cornwall-to-the-isles-of-scilly.html Isles Of Scilly Ferry – Scillonian III Ferry from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly The ferry from Cornwall to the Isles of Scilly leaves from the Cornish port of Penzance. It’s a great way to get to the islands if you don’t want to fly. Daily ferry services from Penzance to the Isles of […]

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]]> Trains from London to Newquay https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-newquay.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:31:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-newquay.html On the Train to Newquay Trains from London to Newquay are a great way to travel from the capital to Cornwall when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route are operated by First Great Western. They run regularly from London Paddington train station, which is located in central London, and they arrive at […]

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]]> Trains from London to Penzance, Cornwall https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-penzance-cornwall.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/trains-from-london-to-penzance-cornwall.html Views on the Penzance Train Trains from London to Penzance are a scenic way to travel when you are visiting the UK. Rail services from the capital to the Cornish city run regularly from London Paddington train station to Penzance train station in Cornwall. Operated by First Great Western, the services are fast and convenient, […]

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]]> Top 10 Things to Do in Cornwall https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/top-10-things-to-do-in-cornwall.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:32:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/top-10-things-to-do-in-cornwall.html Trail in Cornwall Cornwall is one of the top travel destinations in southern England, and is a great place to go when you are visiting the UK. From picturesque towns to great beaches and excellent food, there is no shortage of things to keep visitors busy. To help you narrow down the choices, here is […]

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]]> Best Surfing in Cornwall https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/best-surfing-in-cornwall.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:27:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/best-surfing-in-cornwall.html Cornwall Surf Shack While England might not seem a likely place for surfing, the Cornish coast is home to some popular breaks and world-famous surf spots. Indeed, they are some of the best places to surf in the UK. The north coast has the best surfing in Cornwall, so it is best to start with […]

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]]> How to Get from Newquay Airport to the City https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/how-to-get-from-newquay-airport-to-city.html Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/how-to-get-from-newquay-airport-to-the-city-center.html Beach in Newquay Newquay Airport is located some distance from the city centre. Thankfully there are a number of options for getting from Newquay Airport to Newquay itself after your flight arrives in Cornwall. Car Hire at Newquay Airport Car hire is available at both Newquay Airport and in Newquay. Several car hire companies operate […]

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]]> Car Hire at Newquay Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/car-hire-at-newquay-airport.html Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:34:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/car-hire-at-newquay-airport.html Sculpture at Newquay Airport If you’ve booked a flight to Newquay Airport (NQY) and are looking to hire a car, you have a few options, including on-site and off-site car hire. Both Hertz and Europcar have car hire offices at Newquay Airport itself, making it convenient to get a car from them when they are […]

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]]> Airlines that fly to Newquay Airport https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/airlines-that-fly-to-newquay-airport.html Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:26:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/08/airlines-that-fly-to-newquay-airport.html Flight If you’re flying to Cornwall, the following are airlines that fly to Newquay Airport (NQY). There used to be other airlines that flew to Newquay, such as Air Southwest, BMI Baby, Jet2, Ryanair, and Skybus, but services have been cut in recent years. Check back for updates, as new carriers may start flying to […]

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]]> Trains from London to Ebbsfleet International https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/javelin-trains-from-london-to-ebbsfleet.html Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:07:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/javelin-trains-from-london-to-ebbsfleet.html Ebbsfleet Station Trains from London to Ebbsfleet are a great way to travel quickly from the capital to Kent when you are visiting the UK. High-speed Javelin trains from London to Ebbsfleet International are the fastest commuter trains in the country, and get passengers to southeast England in record time. While there are other types […]

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]]> Trains from London to Ashford International https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/javelin-trains-from-london-to-ashford.html Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:20:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/javelin-trains-from-london-to-ashford.html Ashford International Station Trains from London to Ashford International are a great way to travel from the capital to Kent. High-speed Javelin trains from London to Ashford International station are the fastest commuter trains in the UK. They are the best way to travel quickly between the capital and southeast England. Full service on the Javelin […]

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]]> Punting in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/punting-in-london.html Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:07:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/punting-in-london.html Punts While Oxford and Cambridge have a long history of punting, punting in London is a brand new phenomenon. Started in July 2009, London’s first punting business is open daily during the summer and is the perfect way for visitors to see London’s sights from the water. Located in East London’s Mile End, Regent’s Canal […]

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]]> Trains from London to Henley-on-Thames https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/trains-from-london-to-henley-on-thames.html Sun, 05 Jul 2009 10:31:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/07/trains-from-london-to-henley-on-thames.html Henley-on-Thames Trains from London to Henley-on-Thames are a great way to get from the capital of the UK to Oxfordshire. Trains between the two cities run regularly from London Paddington train station, which is located in the northwestern part of central London. They arrive at Henley-on-Thames train station, ususally via Twyford and/or Reading. Trains are […]

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]]> Wimbledon Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/wimbledon-tickets-and-discounts.html Mon, 22 Jun 2009 09:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/wimbledon-tickets-and-discounts.html Wimbledon Logo Getting tickets to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships takes a lot of patience and usually starts almost a year in advance. Most Wimbledon tickets are procured through a public ballot system, which is followed by a lottery. To enter the lottery for Wimbledon tickets, you must request a ballot form between 1 August and 31 […]

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]]> Last-Minute Wimbledon Tickets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/last-minute-wimbledon-tickets.html Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/last-minute-wimbledon-tickets.html Wimbledon Ticket Getting tickets to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships takes time and patience, and usually starts months in advance of the actual event. However, several hundred last-minute Wimbledon tickets for Centre and No. 1 and 2 Courts are sold each day prior to the opening. Many dedicated Wimbledon fans camp out overnight in order to hold […]

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]]> Trains from London to Wimbledon https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/trains-from-london-to-wimbledon.html Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:35:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/trains-from-london-to-wimbledon.html Train at Wimbledon Station Trains from London to Wimbledon are a quick and easy way to travel, as Wimbledon is located in the southwestern part of London. Depending on what part of London you are coming from, taking a train from London to Wimbledon could be your best option for transportation. If you are not in central […]

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]]> Wimbledon Tennis Championships https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/wimbledon-tennis-championships.html Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/wimbledon-tennis-championships.html Wimbledon Tennis Championships The annual Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London draw visitors from all over the world to watch the world’s top-ranked tennis players battle to the finish. Wimbledon is one of the highlights of the British summer social season, and is a great way to experience a classic event in the UK. Tennis play […]

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]]> Best London Clubs https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/best-london-clubs.html Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:54:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/06/best-london-clubs.html Nightlife in London London’s nightlife scene is one of the best in Europe. But with new clubs opening all the time, the best clubs in London are sometimes hard to find. Here are my picks for best London clubs, be they shiny and new or tried-and-true: Maddox Secluded and exclusive, Maddox in Mayfair is tucked […]

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]]> Trains from Durham to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-durham-to-london.html Tue, 17 Mar 2009 10:27:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-durham-to-london.html Durham Station Trains from Durham to London are a great way to get from the north of England to the south when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route run daily from Durham train station. They arrive at London King’s Cross train station in the northern part of the city centre. All trains […]

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]]> Trains from London to Durham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-london-to-durham.html Tue, 17 Mar 2009 10:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-london-to-durham.html First Class to Durham Trains from London to Durham are a scenic way to travel from the south of England to the north when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the two cities depart from London King’s Cross train station, which is located in central London. They travel to Durham train station in County […]

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]]> Trains from York to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-york-to-london.html Tue, 17 Mar 2009 10:20:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-york-to-london.html York Trains from York to London are a convenient way to get from the north of England to the British capital when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route are run by both East Coast and Grand Central, so you have a choice when you travel. Trains from Yorkshire to London depart from […]

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]]> Trains from London to York https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-london-to-york.html Tue, 17 Mar 2009 10:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-london-to-york.html Train in York Trains from London to York are an easy way to travel from the capital to Yorkshire when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the two cities run from London King’s Cross train station. They arrive at York train station in the north of England. Most trains are operated by East Coast, […]

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]]> Trains from London to Norwich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-london-to-norwich.html Tue, 17 Mar 2009 10:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-london-to-norwich.html Norwich Train Station Trains from London to Norwich are a great way to get from the UK capital to Norfolk when you are visiting England. Trains between the capital and Norwich run regularly from London Liverpool Street train station. They arrive at Norwich station in the east of the country. All trains are operated by Greater Anglia. […]

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]]> Trains from Cambridge to Oxford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-cambridge-to-oxford.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-cambridge-to-oxford.html Oxford Train Station Despite the fact that many people visiting the UK want to travel between the country’s most famous university towns, there are no direct trains from Cambridge to Oxford. This means that the process of taking a train from one city to the other involves first travelling by train from Cambridge to London then travelling […]

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]]> Trains from Oxford to Cambridge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-oxford-to-cambridge.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:11:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-oxford-to-cambridge.html Cambridge Train Station There are no direct trains from Oxford to Cambridge, which is a shame because many people want to travel between the two university cities when they are visiting the UK. In order to take a train from Oxford to Cambridge, you must take a train from Oxford to London then another train from London […]

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]]> Buses from Cambridge to Oxford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-cambridge-to-oxford.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:57:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-cambridge-to-oxford.html Cambridge Taking the bus from Cambridge to Oxford is a great way to travel when you are visiting the UK. Buses between the two university towns are direct and reliable, and are better than trains because they don’t require a change in London along the way. A company called Stagecoach run the transportation between the […]

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]]> Buses from Oxford to Cambridge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-oxford-to-cambridge.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:53:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-oxford-to-cambridge.html Buses in Cambridge Buses from Oxford to Cambridge are a great way to travel between the UK’s two most famous university cities. They are a better option than the train, as all trains between the two cities require a change in London. The company that operate buses on this route is called Stagecoach. They run […]

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]]> Buses from Oxford to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-oxford-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:14:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-oxford-to-london.html Megabus Taking a bus from Oxford to London is a great way to travel when you are visiting the UK. There are three bus companies that run coaches from Oxford to London (and from London to Oxford). They are: The Oxford Espress Bus (operated by Oxford Bus Company) Oxford Espress buses run regularly from Oxford […]

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]]> Buses from London to Oxford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-london-to-oxford.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:09:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/buses-from-london-to-oxford.html Oxford University Travelling from London to Oxford by bus is a great way to get from the UK capital to the university city in Oxfordshire. There are three bus companies that run coaches and buses from London to Oxford (and from Oxford to London). Their services are as follows: The Oxford Espress Bus (run by Oxford […]

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]]> Trains from Cambridge to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-cambridge-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:42:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-cambridge-to-london.html Cambridge Station Trains from Cambridge to London are an ideal way to travel from the famous university city in East Anglia to the capital of the UK when you are in England. Trains to the capital run regularly from Cambridge train station. They arrive at London King’s Cross and London Liverpool Street train stations. Trains to King’s […]

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]]> Trains from Oxford to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-oxford-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:35:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-oxford-to-london.html Train in Oxford Trains from Oxford to London are a fast and easy way to travel from one of England’s most famous university towns to the capital of the country when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route depart regularly from Oxford’s train station, which is located on the edge of the city […]

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]]> Trains from Cardiff to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-cardiff-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:47:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-cardiff-to-london.html Cardiff Central Trains from Cardiff to London run regularly from Cardiff Central train station to London Paddington train station. Trains are operated by a company called First Great Western. In general, trains leave Cardiff Central Station for London Paddington station every half hour at 25 and 55 minutes past the hour. Trains from London to […]

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]]> Trains from Swansea to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-swansea-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-swansea-to-london.html Train Station Trains from Swansea to London are a great way to travel from Wales to England when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the two cities run from Swansea train station. They arrive at London Paddington train station, which is located in the north western part of the city centre. Services are operated by […]

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]]> Trains from Bristol to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-bristol-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-bristol-to-london.html Bristol Train Station Trains from Bristol to London are a convenient way of travelling from the west coast of England to the capital of the UK. Trains between the two cities run regularly from Bristol Temple Meads train station, which is located on the outskirts of the city centre. The arrive at London Paddington train […]

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]]> Trains from Birmingham to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-birmingham-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:35:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-birmingham-to-london.html Birmingham Train Station Trains from Birmingham to London are a quick and easy way to get from the West Midlands to the capital when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the two cities run daily from Birmingham’s Snow Hill, Moor Street, and New Street train stations. They arrive at London’s Marylebone and Euston train […]

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]]> Trains from Leeds to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-leeds-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:30:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-leeds-to-london.html Train to Leeds Trains from Leeds to London are a great way to travel between West Yorkshire and the capital when you are visiting the UK. Trains from the north to London run regularly from Leeds train station. They arrive at London’s King’s Cross train station in the city centre. All trains travelling on this route […]

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]]> Trains from Glasgow to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-glasgow-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:27:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-glasgow-to-london.html Glasgow Queen Street Station Trains from Glasgow to London are a great way to travel from Scotland to England when you are visiting the UK. Taking the train is fast and convenient, and is often quicker than flying because the train stations are located in the city centres. Trains between the two UK cities leave […]

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]]> Trains from Sheffield to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-sheffield-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:24:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-sheffield-to-london.html Sheffield Train Station Trains from Sheffield to London are a great way to travel from South Yorkshire to the capital when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the cities leave from Sheffield train station in the north. They arrive at London King’s Cross and St Pancras train stations, which are located right next to […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-edinburgh-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:21:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-edinburgh-to-london.html Edinburgh Trains from Edinburgh to London are a great way to travel from Scotland to England when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the Scottish city and the English one leave from Edinburgh train station, which is located in the heart of the city. They arrive at King’s Cross train station, which is in […]

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]]> Trains from Newcastle to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-newcastle-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:18:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-newcastle-to-london.html Newcastle Train Station Trains from Newcastle to London are a good way to travel from the northeast of England to the UK capital. Trains travelling on this route depart from from Newcastle train station and arrive at London King’s Cross train station. Services between the two cities are operated by a company called East Coast […]

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]]> Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-glasgow-to-edinburgh.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:15:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-glasgow-to-edinburgh.html Edinburgh Trains Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh are a great way to travel between two of the most important cities in Scotland when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the Scottish cities run from Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street train stations. They are both located in the city centre. Trains arrive at Edinburgh […]

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]]> Trains from Manchester to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-manchester-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:11:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-manchester-to-london.html Euston Station Trains from Manchester to London are a good way to travel from the north of England to the UK capital. Trains between the two major cities depart from Manchester Piccadilly train station. They arrive at London Euston train station. This station is located in the northern part of central London. Services operating on this […]

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]]> Trains from Liverpool to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-liverpool-to-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:07:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-liverpool-to-london.html Euston Train Station in London Trains from Liverpool to London are a fast way to get from the north of England to the capital of the UK. Trains run regularly from Liverpool Lime Street train station in the heart of Liverpool. They arrive at London Euston train station in the city centre. The service is […]

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]]> Trains from Liverpool to Manchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-liverpool-to-manchester.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:02:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-liverpool-to-manchester.html Liverpool Lime Street Station Trains from Liverpool to Manchester are a convenient way of travelling between the two famous cities in the north of England when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the cities go from Liverpool Lime Street train station, which is located in the city centre. They arrive at Manchester Piccadilly and […]

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]]> St. Patrick’s Day in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/st-patricks-day-london.html Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:54:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/st-patricks-day-in-london.html St. Patrick’s Day in London St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on 17 March each year. For those looking for something to do for St. Patrick’s Day in London, here are a few St. Patrick’s Day-related events going on around the city: St. Patrick’s Day Festival in London The city of London hosts an annual St. […]

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]]> White Cliffs of Dover https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/white-cliffs-of-dover.html Fri, 13 Mar 2009 08:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/white-cliffs-of-dover.html White Cliffs of Dover Dover, England is perhaps best known for its famous cliffs. The White Cliffs of Dover get their unique color from the chalk that comprises much of their substance. The cliffs have become famous over the years as a symbol of England for people crossing the English Channel from France. They also have […]

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]]> Trains from Belfast to Dublin https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-belfast-to-dublin.html Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:44:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/trains-from-belfast-to-dublin.html Sign for Belfast Central Station Trains from Belfast to Dublin are a great way to travel from Northern Ireland in the UK to the capital of the Republic of Ireland. Trains between the two countries run regularly from Belfast Central train station to Dublin Connolly train station. The service is jointly operated by Iarnrod Eireann and […]

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]]> Easter in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/easter-in-london.html Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:11:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/03/easter-in-london.html Spring Flowers in London The UK has two bank holidays around Easter weekend, so there are four days of Easter festivities running from Good Friday until Easter Monday. For those looking for something special to do for Easter in London, here are a few Easter-related events that take place annually around the city. Easter Egg […]

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]]> Valentine’s Day in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/valentines-day-in-london.html Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:56:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/valentines-day-in-london.html London Eye on Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is on 14 February. For those happy couples looking for something to do on Valentine’s Day in London, here are a few suggestions to make your night one to remember: – Spend Valentine’s Day on the London Eye. Each year the London Eye offers a special package for […]

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]]> Burns Night in Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/burns-night-in-edinburgh.html Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:56:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/burns-night-in-edinburgh.html Burns Night Burns Night is celebrated on 25 January. Every year Burns Night takes place on 25 January as it is the birthday of the 18th century Scottish poet Robert Burns. Burns Night is traditionally celebrated with a poetry recitation (including the classic “Address to a Haggis”), live music (including the piping in of the […]

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]]> Burns Night in Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/burns-night-in-glasgow.html Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:44:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/burns-night-in-glasgow.html Burns Night Burns Night is celebrated on 25 January. Burns Night is celebrated annually on the same day, as it is the birthday of Robert Burns, the famous 18th century Scottish poet. The night is typically celebrated with poetry recitation (including the famous Address to a Haggis), live music (including the piping in of the haggis), […]

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]]> Face of Ascot https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/face-of-ascot.html Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:35:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/face-of-ascot.html Royal Ascot In 2008, Ascot Racecourse launched the annual Face of Ascot model search at Royal Ascot. Co-sponsored by Models 1 and the Sunday Express (and later Karen Millen, House of Fraser, Moss Bros, and others) the Face of Ascot competition aimed to find a female (and later also a male) model and ambassador to […]

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]]> Royal Ascot Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/royal-ascot.html Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/royal-ascot.html Royal Ascot Royal Ascot Guide Royal Ascot is the premier British horse racing and social event of the summer season, and is not to be missed by locals and visitors that want to experience a uniquely English tradition (and catch a glimpse of the Queen, of course). The world’s best horses and jockeys compete at […]

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]]> Royal Ascot Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/royal-ascot-tickets-and-discounts.html Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/royal-ascot-tickets-and-discounts.html Royal Ascot Royal Ascot Tickets Royal Ascot tickets can be purchased online from the Ascot Racecourse website or by calling 0870 727 1234. Royal Ascot ticket prices vary depending on the day and the type of admission. Standard tickets for the Tuesday and Wednesday of Royal Ascot are the least expensive. Grandstand admission is more […]

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]]> Trains from London to Royal Ascot https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/trains-from-london-to-royal-ascot.html Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:45:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/trains-from-london-to-royal-ascot.html Royal Ascot Trains from London to Royal Ascot are a great way to avoid road congestion during the annual five-day race meeting in Berkshire. Trains to Royal Ascot run from London’s Waterloo and Paddington train stations. They arrive at Ascot train station. Trains from Waterloo are operated by South West Trains, while those from Paddington […]

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]]> Trains from London to Stratford-upon-Avon https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/trains-from-london-to-stratford-upon.html Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:30:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/trains-from-london-to-stratford-upon-avon.html Stratford-upon-Avon Station Trains from London to Stratford upon Avon are a good way to travel from the capital to Shakespeare’s birthplace when you are visiting the UK. Trains between the two cities go from London’s Marylebone and Euston train stations. They arrive at Stratford upon Avon train station in Warwickshire. Some trains are operated by […]

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]]> Burns Night in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/burns-night-in-london.html Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2009/01/burns-night-in-london.html Burns Night Burns Night is celebrated on 25 January. In fact, Burns Night is celebrated every year on that day because it is the birthday of the 18th century Scottish poet Robert Burns. Burns Night is typically celebrated with poetry recitation (including the famous Address to a Haggis), bagpipe music (including the piping in of the […]

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]]> Best UK Christmas Markets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/best-uk-christmas-markets.html Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:00:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/best-uk-christmas-markets.html Christmas Market in London The best UK Christmas markets are in a variety of locations, and are a great place for buying gifts and enjoying the winter season. All of them operate from around mid-November to mid or late December every year. Some even continue through the first few days of January. The markets are […]

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]]> London Christmas Markets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/london-christmas-markets.html Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/london-christmas-markets.html Winter Wonderland Every year London is home to a number of traditional German-style Christmas markets. They are located all throughout the city, from Hyde Park to the South Bank and beyond. In addition to the London Christmas markets, there are annual ceremonies in many neighborhoods where people gather to watch celebrities turn on the festive […]

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]]> Birmingham Christmas Markets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/birmingham-christmas-markets.html Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/birmingham-christmas-markets.html Birmingham Market The Birmingham Christmas markets are some of the largest and most popular Christmas markets in the UK. They even claim to be the largest Christmas markets outside of Germany and Austria. Claiming two million visitors a year, the markets are located in the Birmingham city centre in Victoria Square and Upper New Street. […]

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]]> London Ice Skating Rinks https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/london-ice-skating-rinks.html Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:42:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/12/london-ice-skating-rinks.html Ice Skating in London London’s historical attractions and city parks come alive in the holiday season with ice skating rinks dotted throughout the city. Whether you want to skate in the beautiful historic surroundings of Somerset House, under the corporate skyscrapers of Canary Wharf, or in one of London’s famous green spaces, there is a skating rink […]

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]]> London Thanksgiving https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/11/london-thanksgiving.html Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:24:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/11/london-thanksgiving.html London Thanksgiving For those American expats and visitors who find themselves in London on Thanksgiving, below is a list of restaurants that serve Thanksgiving dinner in London. Make sure to reserve a table ahead of time, as most of them get booked up early. If you prefer eating at home in London on Thanksgiving, Whole […]

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]]> Eurostar Ski Train from London to the French Alps https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/11/eurostar-ski-train-from-london.html Mon, 17 Nov 2008 13:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/11/eurostar-ski-train-from-london-to-the-alps.html Eurostar The popular Eurostar ski train from London to the Alps is a great way to get from the UK to France in the winter months. Trains offer passengers access to some of the best ski resorts in France, including Courchevel, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Meribel, Tignes, Val d’Isere, Val Thorens, and Les Menuires. Trains […]

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]]> Trains from London to Plymouth https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/11/trains-from-london-to-plymouth.html Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:21:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/11/trains-from-london-to-plymouth.html Train at Plymouth Station Trains from London to Plymouth are one of the quickest ways to travel from the capital of the UK to the coastal city in Devon. Trains between the cities run from London’s Paddington train station, which is located in the northwestern part of central London. They arrive at Plymouth train station, […]

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]]> Trains from London to Luxembourg https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-luxembourg.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-luxembourg.html Luxembourg Trains from London to Luxembourg are a good way to travel from the capital of the UK to the Grand Duchy on the continent when you are visiting Europe. Trains between the two countries run regularly from London’s St. Pancras train station to Luxembourg City’s train station. All trains from London to Luxembourg require a […]

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]]> Best London Restaurants https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/best-london-restaurants.html Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/best-london-restaurants.html Mandarin Oranges The best London restaurants offer guests a world-class dining experience. From fine dining to street food, London’s culinary scene has exploded over the past decade, bringing the city from relative obscurity to the forefront of the world’s food trends. Starting at the high end of the spectrum, London has no shortage of Michelin […]

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]]> Eurostar Trains from London to Avignon https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-avignon.html Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:00:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-avignon.html Avignon Train Station Eurostar trains from London to Avignon are a fast, scenic way to get from the capital of the UK to the famous city in southern France when you are visiting Europe. Trains run directly from London St. Pancras train station to Avignon Centre train station, and tickets start at around £120 return […]

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]]> Eurostar Trains from London to Lille https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-lille.html Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-lille.html Lille Europe Station Taking the Eurostar train from London to Lille is the fastest way to get from the UK capital to the city of Lille in northern France. The Eurostar train leaves from London St. Pancras train station, which is located in the northern part of the city centre. The train arrives at Lille […]

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]]> Trains from London to Brussels https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-brussels.html Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-brussels.html Train to Brussels Trains from London to Brussels are the fastest way to get from the capital of the UK to the capital of Belgium. Trains between these cities are operated by a company called Eurostar. Eurostar trains leave from London St. Pancras train station in the northern part of central London. They arrive at […]

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]]> Bonfire Night in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/bonfire-night-london.html Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:53:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/bonfire-night-london.html Bonfire Night What is Bonfire Night in London? Also known as Guy Fawkes Day, Bonfire Night is celebrated every year in November. The day celebrates the capture of Englishman Guy Fawkes, who was notorious for taking part in the famous Gunpowder Plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London in 1605. When is […]

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]]> Trains from Manchester to Liverpool https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-manchester-to-liverpool.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-manchester-to-liverpool.html Train in Liverpool Trains from Manchester to Liverpool are a quick way to get between the two major cities in the north of England when you are visiting the UK. Trains depart from Manchester Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria train stations. They arrive at Liverpool Lime Street train station in the city centre. Trains are […]

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]]> Trains from London to Newcastle https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-newcastle.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-newcastle.html Newcastle Train Station Trains from London to Newcastle are a good way to get from the UK capital to the city on the River Tyne when you are visiting England. Trains between these cities run regularly from London King’s Cross train station, which is located in the northern part of central London. They arrive at […]

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]]> Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-edinburgh-to-glasgow.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:45:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-edinburgh-to-glasgow.html Train from Edinburgh to Glasgow Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow are one of the easiest ways to travel between the two major Scottish cities when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route run regularly from Edinburgh train station to Glasgow Central and Queen Street train stations. A company called CrossCountry operates trains that terminate at Glasgow […]

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]]> Trains from London to Edinburgh https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-edinburgh.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-edinburgh.html First Class to Edinburgh Trains from London to Edinburgh are one of the most convenient ways of getting from the capital of the UK to one of Scotland’s most famous cities. Due to the train stations’ locations in their respective city centres, taking the train is often faster than flying from London to Scotland. Trains […]

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]]> Trains from London to Sheffield https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-sheffield.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:32:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-sheffield.html East Midland Trains Trains from London to Sheffield are a great way to travel from the UK capital to South Yorkshire in northern England. Trains that travel on this route depart regularly from London King’s Cross and St Pancras International train stations, which are located right next to one another in central London. All trains […]

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]]> Trains from London to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-glasgow.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:26:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-glasgow.html Train Tickets Travelling on the train from London to Glasgow is a great alternative to flying or driving from the UK capital to the Scottish city in the north. Trains are operated by Virgin Trains, which run a fast and comfortable service with two classes of travel to choose from. Trains depart from London’s King’s Cross […]

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]]> Trains from London to Leeds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-leeds.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-leeds.html Leeds Train Station Travelling on trains from London to Leeds is a fast way to get from the capital to West Yorkshire when you are visiting the UK. Trains run from London King’s Cross train station, which is located in the northern part of central London. Trains arrive at Leeds train station, which is right in […]

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]]> Trains from London to Birmingham https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-birmingham.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/10/trains-from-london-to-birmingham.html Train from London to Birmingham Trains from London to Birmingham are a good way to travel from the capital city in the UK to the important commercial hub in the West Midlands. Trains that travel between these cities depart regularly from two of London’s major train stations. Trains travel from Marylebone station to Birmingham Snow […]

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]]> Visiting Norfolk, England https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/visiting-norfolk-england.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/visiting-norfolk-england.html Norfolk Visiting Norfolk, England is a great way to spend a few days while you are travelling in the UK. The county is one of England’s many beautiful regions, and visitors come from all over to experience its highlights. Located just two hours northeast of London by train, Norfolk makes an easy weekend trip from […]

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]]> Best Hotels in Norfolk https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/best-hotels-in-norfolk.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:15:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/best-hotels-in-norfolk.html Norfolk There are a lot of hotels to choose from in England’s beautiful Norfolk region. Below is a roundup of hotels in the county that are a cut above the rest. The best hotels in Norfolk range from boutique hotels to historic hotels, and they all have a unique atmosphere and offer good value for money. The Crown […]

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]]> Best Restaurants in Norfolk, England https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/best-restaurants-in-norfolk-england.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/best-restaurants-in-norfolk-england.html Norwich Restaurant The best restaurants in Norfolk, England are spread out across the county. From the great places to eat in upscale Burnham Market to long-time favourites in Norwich, there is no shortage of good restaurants in the area. Here are a few what I consider to be the best: Roger Hickman’s Restaurant Address: 79 Upper Giles […]

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]]> Dover Ferry Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/dover-ferry-tickets-and-discounts.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:34:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/dover-ferry-tickets-and-discounts.html Ferry to Calais P&O Ferries, the company that operate ferries from Dover to Calais, are always having fare sales and special discounts on ferry tickets. Several past offers include: – A special offer for a free ticket to Disneyland Paris with the purchase of a ferry ticket and another Disneyland Paris ticket. – Buy one, get […]

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]]> Ferries from Dover to Calais https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/ferries-from-dover-to-calais.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:21:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/ferries-from-dover-to-calais.html Dover Ferry Ferries from Dover to Calais are a great way to cross the English Channel from the UK to France. Ferries to Calais and other French cities depart from Dover frequently throughout the day. They are run by the company P&O Ferries. P&O’s ships leave Dover from the city’s Eastern Docks. P&O Ferries run […]

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]]> Dover Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/dover-day-trip-from-london.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/dover-day-trip-from-london.html Dover Castle Historic Dover makes a great day trip from London. With the Medieval Dover Castle, the beautiful White Cliffs of Dover, and ferries from England to France, many people visiting the UK make a trip to Dover to see the sights. Getting from London to Dover is best done by train. There are departures every […]

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]]> Trains from London to Dover https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/trains-from-london-to-dover.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:02:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/trains-from-london-to-dover.html Dover Priory Train Station Trains from London to Dover are a convenient way to get from the capital of the UK to the famous coastal city with the white cliffs. Trains to Dover depart from London’s Charing Cross, Victoria, and St Pancras train stations. They arrive at Dover Priory station in Kent. Trains are operated […]

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]]> Dates of the London 2012 Olympics https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/dates-of-london-2012-olympics.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:53:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/dates-of-the-london-2012-olympics.html Olympic Torch in London The dates of the London 2012 Olympics were July 27 through August 12, 2012. The London 2012 Paralympics took place from August 29 to September 9, 2012. The London 2012 Olympics was the third London Olympics, the previous London Olympics taking place in 1908 and 1948. The Olympics were a greatly […]

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]]> Top 10 Off the Beaten Path London Sights https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/top-10-off-beaten-path-london.html Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/top-10-off-the-beaten-path-london.html Columbia Road Flower Market If you’ve been to London a million times and are looking for something new to do there, here is my list of the top 10 off the beaten path London sights: 1. Take in the colours at the Columbia Road Flower Market on Sundays in Shoreditch 2. Spend an afternoon boutique […]

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]]> Eurostar from London to Disneyland Paris https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/eurostar-to-disneyland-paris.html Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:56:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/eurostar-to-disneyland-paris.html Disneyland Paris Taking the Eurostar to Disneyland Paris from London is an easy and expedient way of getting to the Disney park. Without the hassle of flights and air travel, visitors can get to Disneyland quickly and start enjoying the magic in no time. The Eurostar train leaves from London’s St Pancras train station and […]

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]]> Nadler Hotel in London Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/nadler-hotel-london.html Mon, 01 Sep 2008 15:18:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/09/nyt-on-base2stay-hotel-london.html Room at the Nadler Nadler Hotel in London Address: 25 Courtfield Gardens, London SW5 0PG Phone: +44 (0) 20 7244 2255 On 1 June 2013, the base2stay hotel in London’s Kensington neighbourhood became known as The Nadler Kensington hotel. The newly refurbished 4-star hotel offers some of the most reasonably priced affordable luxury hotel rooms […]

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]]> Eurostar Tickets and Discounts https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/08/eurostar-tickets-and-discounts.html Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/08/eurostar-tickets-and-discounts.html Eurostar Tickets Eurostar ticket discounts are easy to come by if you know what you’re looking for. Here are some tips to help you get the best fares. Eurostar Tickets Adult Eurostar tickets from London to Paris, Lille, and Brussels can cost as low as £39 for a single if booked during a sale. If […]

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]]> Eurostar Trains from London to Paris https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/08/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-paris.html Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:23:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/08/eurostar-trains-from-london-to-paris.html Champagne at St Pancras Taking the Eurostar train from London to Paris is the fastest way to get from the capital of the UK to the capital of France. It is quicker than flying, as the train stations are located in the centres of both cities, making connections to and from your hotels easy and […]

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]]> UK Visa and Passport Requirements https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/08/uk-visa-and-passport-requirements.html Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:16:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/08/uk-visa-and-passport-requirements.html UK Passport Office The following are UK visa and passport requirements for people visiting the UK for tourist purposes: UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Australian, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand, South African, and US Citizens: Passport required. No visa required for stays of up to six months. UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Kenyan and […]

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]]> Cotswolds Buses https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/cotswolds-buses.html Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/cotswolds-buses.html The Cotswolds Taking buses in the Cotswolds is a good way to get around if you don’t have a car. The most useful Cotswolds buses are the following: Cotswold bus number 620 runs from Bath to Tetbury. This bus is useful for people making a day trip from Bath to the Cotswolds or vice versa. […]

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]]> Trains from London to the Cotswolds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-cotswolds.html Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:09:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-the-cotswolds.html The Cotswolds Trains from London to the Cotswolds are a good way to go on a day or overnight trip from the capital to the designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the west. The Cotswolds cover a large amount of land, so there are multiple train stations that you can choose from. These include larger […]

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]]> Trains from London to Liverpool https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-liverpool.html Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-liverpool.html Liverpool Train Travelling by train from London to Liverpool is a good choice for people that need to get from the UK capital to the famous city in the north. Trains between London and Liverpool leave from Euston train station in the northern part of central London. They arrive at Liverpool Lime Street train station […]

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]]> NYT on Best Restaurants in Scotland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/nyt-on-best-restaurants-in-scotland.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/nyt-on-best-restaurants-in-scotland.html#comments Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:49:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/nyt-on-best-restaurants-in-scotland.html This New York Times article features three of the best restaurants in Scotland: 2 Quail, Summer Isles Hotel, and Three Chimneys. The article details a journalist’s travels through Scotland to visit each one, sampling some of each restaurant’s best cuisine. From the introductory story about a Scottish chef insisting he try haggis for breakfast to […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/nyt-on-best-restaurants-in-scotland.html/feed 1 Trains from London to Manchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-manchester.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:00:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-manchester.html Euston Station Taking the train from London to Manchester is one of the fastest and most convenient ways of getting between the two major UK cities. Trains to Manchester run regularly from London’s Euston train station. They arrive at Manchester Piccadilly train station in the north. Trains on this route are operated by the company […]

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]]> Trains from London to Bristol https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-bristol.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-bristol.html Bristol Temple Meads Trains from London to Bristol make it easy for people to travel from the UK capital to the coastal city to the west. Trains between these cities depart from London Paddington train station in central London and arrive at Bristol Temple Meads train station on the outskirts of the city centre. There […]

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]]> The Shed Restaurant in Porthgain, Wales https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/shed-restaurant-porthgain-wales.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/the-shed-restaurant-porthgain-wales.html The Shed The Shed Restaurant, Porthgain Address: Croes Goch, Porthgain, Pembrokeshire SA62 5BN, Wales, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1348 831518 Opening Hours: 12 to 3pm and 6.30 to 9.30pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Cakes, tea, and coffee from 10:30am. Hours can vary, so call ahead to confirm. The Shed restaurant in Porthgain, Wales is a great […]

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]]> Bryngarw Guesthouse Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/bryngarw-guesthouse.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/bryngarw-guesthouse.html#comments Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:24:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/bryngarw-guesthouse.html Coast near the Bryngarw Guesthouse Bryngarw Guesthouse Address: Abercastle Road, Trefin, Pembrokeshire SA62 5AR, Wales, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1348 831211 The Bryngarw Guesthouse in Trefin, Pembrokeshire, Wales is a self-catering property that can sleep up to 14 people and 2 dogs. It used to be a B&B, but was converted into single unit in […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/bryngarw-guesthouse.html/feed 1 Novotel Cardiff Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/novotel-cardiff.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:18:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/novotel-cardiff.html Cardiff Stadium Novotel Cardiff Address: Schooner Way, Cardiff, CF10 Phone: +44 (0) 29 2047 5000 The Novotel Cardiff is located right between the Cardiff city centre, the Millennium Stadium, and the Cardiff Bay Millennium Centre area. With such a central location in the city, the Novotel is a great place to stay for visitors wanting […]

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]]> Hiking in Brecon Beacons National Park https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/hiking-in-brecon-beacons-national-park.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:12:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/hiking-in-brecon-beacons-national-park.html Brecon Beacons National Park Hiking in Brecon Beacons National Park is one of the best things to do while you are visiting Wales. The park is known for its great natural beauty and endless opportunities for hiking and outdoor adventure travel. There are many hiking trails in Brecon Beacons, and they range from short, easy […]

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]]> Driving from Cardiff to Brecon Beacons https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/driving-from-cardiff-to-brecon-beacons.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/driving-from-cardiff-to-brecon-beacons.html Brecon Beacons Driving from Cardiff to Brecon Beacons is the best way to get from the capital of Wales to the beautiful national park nearby. Train transport in Wales is limited outside of major cities like Cardiff and Swansea, so getting there by car is the most sensible option. Driving from Cardiff to Brecon Beacons […]

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]]> ba orient Restaurant in Cardiff Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/ba-orient-restaurant-in-cardiff.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/ba-orient-restaurant-in-cardiff.html Millenium Centre, Mermaid Quay, Cardiff ba orient Restaurant Cocktail and Dim Sum Bar in Cardiff Address: unit 27, ground floor, Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay CF10 5BZ Phone: +44 (0)29 2046 3939 ba orient restaurant is located near the dazzling new Millenium Centre on Mermaid Quay in Cardiff, Wales. It is in a buzzing area replete […]

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]]> Best Restaurants in Cardiff, Wales https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/best-restaurants-in-cardiff-wales.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:55:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/best-restaurants-in-cardiff-wales.html Bella Italia & Chiquito Cardiff has no shortage of dining options, whether you are looking for pub food, fast food, a casual restaurant, or a great meal with friends and family. Some of the best restaurants in Cardiff are located in the newly-developed Cardiff Bay area, while others are located in the city center. Here […]

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]]> Trains from London to Swansea https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-swansea.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-swansea.html Swansea Train Trains from London to Swansea are a good way to get from England to Wales when you are travelling in the UK. Trains between these two cities run regularly from London’s Paddington railway station to Swansea station. They are run by the company First Great Western. Trains leave London Paddington for Swansea every […]

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]]> Trains from London to Cardiff https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-cardiff.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:47:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/trains-from-london-to-cardiff.html Cardiff Central Station Trains from London to Cardiff are an easy way to get from England to Wales when you are visiting the UK. Trains that travel on this route run regularly from London’s Paddington railway station. They arrive at Cardiff Central Station in the capital of Wales. Trains are operated by First Great Western. […]

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]]> London Airport Left Luggage and Bag Storage https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/london-airport-left-luggage-and-bag.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/london-airport-left-luggage-and-bag-storage.html Luggage Carts at Heathrow London airport left luggage and bag storage facilities operate at specific terminals in various London airports. They have the following locations and opening hours: Heathrow Airport Left Luggage London Heathrow left luggage in Terminal 1 main concourse (next to the Heathrow Express lifts), 6am to 11pm London Heathrow left luggage in Terminal […]

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]]> London Left Luggage and Bag Lockers https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/london-left-luggage-and-bag-lockers.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:28:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/london-left-luggage-and-bag-lockers.html Bag Storage London left luggage and bag lockers are a great way to store your larger items when you are visiting the UK. There are many locations around London where you can store your bags, including the city’s major railway stations and bus stations. The Excess Baggage Company has left luggage facilities at all major […]

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]]> Stonehenge Tours https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/stonehenge-tours.html Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/stonehenge-tours.html Stonehenge While it’s possible to visit Stonehenge on your own, Stonehenge tours are a convenient way to see the ancient monument. There are both self-guided tours and guided tours of Stonehenge that you can take. Self-Guided Tours of Stonehenge VisitingEU offers travel planning advice for people taking Stonehenge tours. We will provide transport recommendations and […]

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]]> Ryanair Flights to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/ryanair-flights-to-glasgow.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/ryanair-flights-to-glasgow.html Ryanair Flight The well-known low cost airline Ryanair has flights to Glasgow from cities all over Europe. From Spain to Poland, it is easy to get to the Scottish city from a wide variety of locations. Ryanair flights land at Prestwick Airport, which is located about 45 kilometers south of the city of Glasgow in Scotland. […]

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]]> Visiting Glasgow, Scotland https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/glasgow-scotland.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:48:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/visiting-glasgow-scotland.html Glasgow Once Scotland’s industrial hub, Glasgow underwent a long period of decline in the twentieth century. The city has recently reinvented itself as a modern metropolis of cutting-edge architecture, inventive gastronomy, and great music. Glasgow is home to many historic monuments, including the Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow University, and the Glasgow School of Art. More recent […]

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]]> Crowne Plaza Hotel Glasgow Review https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/crowne-plaza-hotel-glasgow.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:20:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/crowne-plaza-hotel-glasgow.html Crowne Plaza Glasgow Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow Address: Congress Road, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G3 8QT, Scotland Phone: +44 (0)871 942 9091 The Crowne Plaza in Glasgow is located right on the bank of the River Clyde. It is housed in a tall steel-and-glass building that is right at home in its location, which features some […]

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]]> Glasgow Subway Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/glasgow-subway-guide.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/glasgow-subway-guide.html Glasgow Subway Train Old and a bit in need of a facelift, the Glasgow subway system is nonetheless easy to navigate and convenient to use. People visiting Scotland can take the subway around the city to various destinations on the sightseeing trail. The Glasgow subway operates on a circular system, with one branch going clockwise […]

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]]> Gandolfi Restaurants in Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/gandolfi-restaurants-in-glasgow.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:51:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/gandolfi-restaurants-in-glasgow.html Cafe Gandolfi Cafe Gandolfi, Bar Gandolfi and their sister restaurant Gandolfi Fish are located in Glasgow‘s bustling and hip Merchant City. Known for their fresh, local Scottish cuisine, the Gandolfi restaurants are among the best restaurants in Glasgow. Cafe Gandolfi and Bar Gandolfi Address: 64 Albion Street, Glasgow G1 1NY, Scotland Phone: +44 (0) 141 […]

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]]> Lagg Hotel on the Isle of Arran https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/lagg-hotel-on-isle-of-arran.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:26:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/lagg-hotel-on-the-isle-of-arran.html Lagg Hotel Lagg Hotel Address: Lagg, Kilmory, Isle of Arran KA27 8PQ, Scotland, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1770 870 255 The Lagg Hotel on the Isle of Arran is located in the south of the island in Kilmory, Scotland. Set in a quiet, lush area amidst beautiful gardens, the Lagg Hotel is the perfect retreat […]

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]]> Isle of Arran Sightseeing https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/isle-of-arran.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:16:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/isle-of-arran.html Isle of Arran Nicknamed “Scotland in Miniature”, the Isle of Arran is one of the most visited destinations by Glaswegians and other in-the-know visitors. Located just two hours from Glasgow by train and ferry, Arran is easily accessible, has great hotels and B&Bs, and makes for a perfect weekend break in Scotland. The Isle of […]

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]]> Glasgow School of Art Tours https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/glasgow-school-of-art-tours.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/glasgow-school-of-art-tours.html Glasgow School of Art Glasgow School of Art Tours Address: 167 Renfrew St, Glasgow G3 6RQ, Scotland Designed by the famous Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, the Glasgow School of Art is one of the most visited sites in Glasgow. The renowned building is known throughout the world as being a prime example of early […]

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]]> Isle of Arran Distillery Tours https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/isle-of-arran-distillery.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:00:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/isle-of-arran-distillery.html Isle of Arran Distillery Isle of Arran Distillery Address: Lochranza, Isle of Arran KA27 8HJ, Scotland Phone: +44 (0) 1770 830264 Located in the quiet town of Lochranza in the north part of Scotland’s Isle of Arran, the Isle of Arran Distillery is a great place to stop while you are visiting the UK. The Scotch […]

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]]> How to Get from Glasgow to the Isle of Arran https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/how-to-get-from-glasgow-to-isle-of.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:55:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/how-to-get-from-glasgow-to-the-isle-of-arran.html Isle of Arran To get from Glasgow to the Isle of Arran you need to take a train and a ferry. Trains from Glasgow to Ardrossan Harbour, the ferry terminal for the Isle of Arran, run in tandem with the ferry schedule. Trains leave Glasgow Central Station daily. Trains from Glasgow to Ardrossan Harbour run […]

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]]> Bus from Prestwick Airport to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/bus-from-prestwick-airport-to-glasgow.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:41:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/bus-from-prestwick-airport-to-glasgow.html Airport Bus in Glasgow The bus from Prestwick Airport to Glasgow is an easy way to reach the city centre. It is quick and convenient for anyone travelling to Scotland on low-cost airlines like Ryanair and staying in a hotel or hostel the heart of the city. Taking the bus is easy to do. From […]

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]]> Train from Prestwick Airport to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/train-from-prestwick-airport-to-glasgow.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:30:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/train-from-prestwick-airport-to-glasgow.html Glasgow Train The train from Prestwick Airport to Glasgow runs every 30 minutes at 21 and 51 minutes past the hour (hourly on Sundays). The journey takes 50 minutes and the train terminates at Glasgow Central Station. From Monday through Saturday the first train from Prestwick Airport is at 5:48am and the last train from […]

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]]> How to Get from Prestwick Airport to Glasgow https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/how-to-get-from-prestwick-airport-to.html Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:28:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/07/how-to-get-from-prestwick-airport-to-glasgow.html Prestwick Airport A lot of people visit Scotland by flying with a low cost airline to Prestwick Airport. Once there, they need to know how to get from Prestwick Airport to Glasgow’s city centre. Thankfully it is easy to do, and there are several options to choose from. The best way to get from Prestwick […]

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]]> Bourton-on-the-Water, England Travel https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/bourton-on-water-england.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/bourton-on-the-water-england.html Bourton-on-the-Water Bourton-on-the-Water is a town in the Cotswolds region of England. Easily accessible by car or on foot from Lower Slaughter, Burford-on-the-Water is a great place to visit on a day trip to the Cotswolds. When you arrive in the town, you can park your car in the large car park on the edge of Bourton-on-the-Water […]

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]]> Burford, England Travel https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/burford-england.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:27:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/burford-england.html Burford Burford is one of the larger towns in the Cotswolds region of England in the UK. Located close to Oxford, Burford is one of the first large towns you will reach on the way from London to the Cotswolds. As such, it makes for an ideal place to stop for lunch or a cup of tea. […]

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]]> Bibury, England Travel https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/bibury-england.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:15:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/bibury-england.html Bridge in Bibury Bibury is a town in the Cotswolds region of England in the UK. The village is easily accessible by car, and is one of the most visited and well-known towns in the area. As such, Bibury is a great place to visit on a day trip to the Cotswolds from London or another […]

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]]> Upper Slaughter, England Travel https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/upper-slaughter-england.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:09:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/upper-slaughter-england.html Upper Slaughter Upper Slaughter is a village in the Cotswolds region of England in the UK. Easily accessible by car or on foot from Lower Slaughter, Upper Slaughter is a great town to visit on a day trip to the Cotswolds from London, Bath, or Oxford. While you are in Upper Slaughter, you can take a […]

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]]> Lower Slaughter Manor in the Cotswolds https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/lower-slaughter-manor-in-cotswolds.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/lower-slaughter-manor-in-the-cotswolds.html Lower Slaughter Lower Slaughter Manor Address: Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire, England GL54 2HP Phone: + 44 (0) 1451 820456 Lower Slaughter Manor is a Relais & Chateaux hotel in the Cotswolds. The manor house is a gorgeous building right in the heart of Lower Slaughter. It makes for a perfect retreat in a small village in the beautiful […]

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]]> Lower Slaughter, England Travel https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/lower-slaughter-england.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/lower-slaughter-england.html Lower Slaughter Lower Slaughter is a town in the Cotswolds region of England in the UK. Easily accessible by car or on foot from Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter is a great town to visit on a day trip through the Cotswolds. While you are visiting Lower Slaughter, you can wander around the village, crossing the stream that […]

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]]> Cotswolds Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/cotswolds-day-trip-from-london.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/cotswolds-day-trip-from-london.html The Cotswolds The Cotswolds are arguably one of the most beautiful areas of England, and they make a great day trip from London, Bath, or Oxford. Located in the west of England near Wales, the Cotswolds span a wide area from Oxford in the east to Bath in the south. Visiting the Cotswolds is best done […]

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]]> Weather in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/weather-in-london.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/weather-in-london.html London in the Springtime The weather in London is known for its constantly changing nature. One minute it is sunny outside, and the next it’s raining. Generally speaking, though, the weather in London is cold in the winter and warm in the summer. Winter weather can dip below freezing, and snow is not uncommon in […]

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]]> Best Time of Year to Visit London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/best-time-of-year-to-visit-london.html Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:31:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/06/best-time-of-year-to-visit-london.html Spring in London Many people planning to visit the UK wonder what the best time of year to visit London is. London is not known for having particularly good weather at any time of year, but there are certain times of year that are best for visits to London. One of the best times to […]

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]]> London Audio Walks https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/london-audio-walks.html Tue, 13 May 2008 17:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/london-audio-walks.html Changing of the Guard London audio walks are a great way to get to know the UK capital and is abundance of sightseeing highlights. Free audio walks are available for download from many websites across the Internet. Walks range from historical tours of neighborhoods like The City of London to informational guides to places like […]

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]]> How to Get from London to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/how-to-get-from-london-to-sissinghurst.html Sun, 11 May 2008 19:44:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/how-to-get-from-london-to-sissinghurst-castle-gardens.html Sissinghurst Castle Gardens To get from London to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens you can either drive or take a train and then a bus. If you drive from London to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens, take the A262 to Sissinghurst and turn left at the sign for the gardens. You will see the sign about 1 mile after […]

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]]> Trains from London to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/trains-from-london-to-sissinghurst.html Sun, 11 May 2008 19:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/trains-from-london-to-sissinghurst-castle-gardens.html Sissinghurst Castle Trains from London to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens are a good way to get from the capital to the countryside when you are visiting the UK. Trains run regularly from London Charing Cross train station to Staplehurst train station in Kent. Staplehurst is the closest station to Sissinghurst. Trains are operated by a company called […]

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]]> Sissinghurst Castle Gardens https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/sissinghurst-castle-gardens.html Sun, 11 May 2008 17:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/sissinghurst-castle-gardens.html Sissinghurst Castle Sissinghurst Castle Gardens Address: Biddenden Road, nr Cranbrook TN17 2AB Kent, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1580 710701 Hours: 10:30 to 17:00 Friday through Tuesday from Mid-March to October Sissinghurst Castle Gardens are some of the most beautiful English gardens to visit in the springtime. Located in Kent, England, Sissinghurst Castle Gardens are only an hour […]

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]]> Work Visa for the UK https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/hsmp-visa-for-uk.html Sat, 10 May 2008 10:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/05/hsmp-visa-for-uk.html Passports The HSMP visa, which stood for Highly Skilled Migrant Programme, changed its name to a Tier 1 visa before the programme was scrapped altogether in 2011. The HSMP, or Tier 1, visa was a type of UK visa that granted non-UK citizens a three year visa to live and work in the UK. The […]

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]]> Trains from London to Brighton https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/trains-from-london-to-brighton.html Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:10:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/trains-from-london-to-brighton.html Brighton Train Station Trains from London to Brighton are a great way to get from the capital of the UK to the popular seaside city in Sussex. Trains that travel to Brighton leave from London Bridge and Victoria train stations and arrive at Brighton East Sussex station. Trains that depart from London Bridge station are […]

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]]> Brighton Festival https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/brighton-festival.html Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:26:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/brighton-festival.html Brighton Pier The Brighton Festival is a three-week long arts and entertainment festival in the UK city of Brighton. It is one of the highlights of the year in the region. The festival is the largest of its kind in England and features theatre performances, dance shows, live music concerts, literature, children’s spectacles, and outdoor […]

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]]> Brighton Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/brighton-day-trip-from-london.html Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/brighton-day-trip-from-london.html Royal Pavilion Brighton makes for a great day trip from London. Just under an hour away from the UK capital by train, the city of Brighton is easily accessible and a great escape. Brighton is on the southern coast of England, and is famous for its rocky beach, the quirky amusement-park pier, and the beautiful […]

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]]> Just Airports Car Service London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/just-airports-car-service-london.html Thu, 03 Apr 2008 12:36:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/04/just-airports-car-service-london.html Car in London Just Airports Car Service Just Airports Phone: +44 (0) 208 900 1666 Online bookings available Just Airports car service in London is a great way to get from any of London’s airports to central London, or vice versa. Just Airports will send a driver to pick you up at the Hertz car […]

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]]> South Downs Way Trail from Winchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/south-downs-way-trail-from-winchester.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:23:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/south-downs-way-trail-from-winchester.html The South Downs Way Finding the South Downs Way trail from Winchester city center can be a bit confusing. The trail is not well-marked, so if you don’t know where you’re headed, it can be difficult to find. To get to the trail from Winchester, start at the High Street in Winchester. Facing east, walk along […]

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]]> South Downs Way https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/south-downs-way.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:15:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/south-downs-way.html South Downs Way The South Downs Way is a 100-mile trail from Winchester to Eastbourne in the UK. The path runs through beautiful English countryside, farmland, towns, villages, and cities. Walking the South Downs Way usually takes eight days and requires walkers to stay overnight in hotels or B&Bs along the trail. The trail can be […]

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]]> Winchester Cathedral https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/winchester-cathedral.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:12:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/winchester-cathedral.html Winchester Cathedral Winchester Cathedral Address: 9 The Close, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9LS, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1962 857200 Hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30 to 17:00, Sunday 12:30 to 15:00. Open 365 days a year. Visiting Winchester Cathedral is one of the highlights of a day trip from London to Winchester. The church is visited by over 300,000 people from the […]

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]]> Buses to Jane Austen House in Chawton https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/buses-to-jane-austen-house-in-chawton.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/buses-to-jane-austen-house-in-chawton.html Jane Austen House, Chawton Buses to the Jane Austen House in Chawton are a great way to get from Winchester to the home of one of Britain’s most famous authors. Buses run frequently from the Winchester bus station. Take bus number X64 from station stop J at ten minutes past the hour. Once on board, you can […]

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]]> Jane Austen House in Chawton https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/jane-austen-house-in-chawton.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/jane-austen-house-in-chawton.html Jane Austen House Jane Austen House in Chawton Address: Chawton, Alton, Hampshire GU34 1SD, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1420 83262 Hours: Jan – Feb 10:30 to 16:30 on weekends, March – May and Sept – Dec 10:30 to 16:30 daily, June – Aug 10:00 to 17:00 daily Visiting the Jane Austen house in Chawton is […]

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]]> Trains from London to Winchester https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/trains-from-london-to-winchester.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 21:55:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/trains-from-london-to-winchester.html Train in Britain Trains from London to Winchester are one of the best ways to get from the capital to the historic city in Hampshire. Taking the train is a great way to go on a day trip from London to Winchester. Trains between these cities run regularly from London Waterloo train station to Winchester train […]

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]]> Winchester Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/winchester-day-trip-from-london.html Wed, 12 Mar 2008 21:52:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/winchester-day-trip-from-london.html Winchester Winchester is a day trip from London that is easy to do and well worth the visit. Traveling to Winchester by train is the easiest way to get there from the UK capital, and once you’re in Winchester there are a lot of activities and sights to keep you busy. A Winchester day trip […]

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]]> Trains from London to St Albans https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/trains-from-london-to-st-albans.html Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/trains-from-london-to-st-albans.html St. Albans Station Trains from London to St. Albans are a fast and easy way to get from the UK capital to the historic city to the north. Quick and convenient, they are a great way to take a day trip from London to St. Albans. Trains run up to four times an hour from […]

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]]> St. Albans Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/st-albans-day-trip-from-london.html Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/03/st-albans-day-trip-from-london.html St. Albans Cathedral St. Albans is a great day trip from London. Just 20 minutes from London by train, the city is easy to get to and the short journey allows visitors to maximize their time there. St. Albans is packed with historical treasures and cultural sites. One of the main highlights is all of […]

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]]> Trains from London to Rye https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-rye.html Thu, 28 Feb 2008 19:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-rye.html Rye Train Tracks Trains from London to Rye are a great way to travel from the UK capital to the historic city in East Sussex. They make it easy to take a day trip from London to Rye. Trains run twice every hour from London’s St Pancras International train station to Rye Sussex station. Departures […]

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]]> Rye Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/rye-day-trip-from-london.html Thu, 28 Feb 2008 19:01:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/rye-day-trip-from-london.html House in Rye Taking a day trip from London to Rye is a great day out from the capital. Rye is easy to get to and has an abundance of charm that will make visitors excited to explore. Rye is a picturesque town in southeast England. Once a prosperous medieval port city, Rye is now a […]

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]]> Trains from London to Hampton Court Palace https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-hampton-court.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 13:02:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-hampton-court-palace.html Waterloo Station in London Trains from London to Hampton Court Palace are an easy way to take a day trip from central London to the palace, which is located near Richmond to the west. Trains run frequently from London’s Waterloo station to Hampton Court station. There are two departures every hour, at 12 and 42 […]

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]]> Hampton Court Palace Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/hampton-court-palace-day-trip-from.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/hampton-court-palace-day-trip-from-london.html Hampton Court Palace Hampton Court Palace is a day trip from London that is well worth the journey. Just 30 minutes by train from Waterloo Station, Hampton Court Palace is easy to get to and located very close to the train station. In the summertime there are riverboats on the Thames that can take you […]

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]]> Trains from London to Bath https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-bath.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:49:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-bath.html Interior of a Train Trains from London to Bath are a quick and convenient way of taking a day trip from the capital to the famous spa town when you are visiting the UK. Trains on this route run regularly from London’s Paddington Station. They arrive at Bath Spa railway station on the southern border of […]

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]]> Royal Crescent in Bath https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/royal-crescent-in-bath.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:45:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/royal-crescent-in-bath.html The Royal Crescent Royal Crescent in Bath Location: Off Brock Street in Bath, UK The Royal Crescent is a great example of Bath’s beautiful architecture. Designed in the Georgian style by architect John Wood the Younger, the building was constructed between 1767 and 1774. It is now a Grade I listed building in the UK. […]

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]]> Bath Abbey in Bath https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/bath-abbey-in-bath.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:42:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/bath-abbey-in-bath.html The Metropolitan Hotel Bath Abbey Address: 12 Kingston Buildings, Bath, BA1 1LT, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1225 422462 Bath Abbey in Bath, England is a beautiful Gothic church in the heart of England’s most famous spa town. Bath Abbey is located near the Roman Baths and Pump Room, near Pulteney Bridge. Over 350,000 people visit […]

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]]> Roman Baths in Bath https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/roman-baths-in-bath.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:39:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/roman-baths-in-bath.html Roman Baths Roman Baths in Bath Address: Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, BA1 1LZ, UK Phone: + 44 (0) 1225 477 785 Bath, England is the home of the famous Roman Baths for which the town is named. They are one of the sightseeing highlights of a trip to the city, and draw visitors from […]

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]]> Acorn Vegetarian Kitchen Restaurant in Bath https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/demuths-restaurant-in-bath.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:33:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/demuths-restaurant-in-bath.html Acorn Vegetarian Kitchen in Bath, UK Acorn Vegetarian Kitchen Restaurant Address: 2 North Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX, UK Phone: +44 (0) 1225 446059 Acorn Vegetarian Kitchen restaurant in Bath, England is a great place for a vegetarian meal in one of the UK’s most famous towns. Formerly called Demuths, the food is high-quality and […]

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]]> Bath Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/bath-day-trip-from-london.html Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:29:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/bath-day-trip-from-london.html The Royal Crescent in Bath Bath is a great day trip from London. The picturesque city has been famous since Roman times, and has many historic attractions. As long as you leave yourself enough time to see everything the beautiful city has to offer, you will have a great time visiting Bath. To get to […]

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]]> Stonehenge Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/stonehenge-day-trip-from-london.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:34:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/stonehenge-day-trip-from-london.html Stonehenge Stonehenge is a great day trip from London. Getting to Stonehenge from London is easy, and you can combine the trip with a stop at Salisbury Cathedral or Winchester on the way there or on the way back home. Stonehenge has attracted visitors from around the world for many years. A prehistoric monument, Stonehenge is […]

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]]> How to Get from London to Stonehenge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/how-to-get-from-london-to-stonehenge.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:23:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/how-to-get-from-london-to-stonehenge.html Bus to Stonehenge To get from London to Stonehenge using public transportation, you will need to take a train and a bus. Complicated as that may sound, it is not difficult to do if you follow a few simple steps. How to get from London to Stonehenge: 1. Take a train from London to Salisbury at […]

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]]> Trains from London to Salisbury https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-salisbury.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-salisbury.html Salisbury Cathedral Trains from London to Salisbury are a great way to get from the UK capital to the city with the famous cathedral. They are also the connection point for visitors taking the train from London to Stonehenge, as buses from Salisbury to Stonehenge depart from outside of the Salisbury train station. Trains on […]

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]]> Salisbury Cathedral https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/salisbury-cathedral.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:06:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/salisbury-cathedral.html Salisbury Cathedral Salisbury Cathedral is one of the finest examples of 13th century early English Gothic style architecture. Built in just 38 years, Salisbury Cathedral was begun in 1220 and finished in 1258. Salisbury Cathedral is perhaps best known for two things. First, it has the tallest spire in Britain, measuring 123 meters, or 404 […]

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]]> Best Day Trips from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/best-day-trips-from-london.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/best-day-trips-from-london.html Oxford In England, all roads lead to London. The nice part about visiting London, then, is that all roads lead away from London as well. That means that the best day trips from London are easy to do and relatively inexpensive. Having done them all at least once, here is my list of the best […]

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]]> Things to Do in Greenwich, London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/greenwich-london.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:48:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/greenwich-london.html Royal Observatory in Greenwich Greenwich, London is located in the southeast of the UK’s capital city. Home of the Prime Meridian and birthplace of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), Greenwich attracts visitors from around the world. Greenwich is famous for its many museums, including the National Maritime Museum, the Royal Observatory, The Queen’s House, the Old […]

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]]> How to Get from Central London to Greenwich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/how-to-get-from-central-london-to.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/how-to-get-from-central-london-to-greenwich.html Greenwich Visitors to London sometimes find it confusing to get from central London to Greenwich, as the tube does not extend as far southeast as Maritime Greenwich. As such, many wonder how to get from central London to Greenwich. One way to get from central London to Greenwich is to take the tube to Bank […]

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]]> Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/old-royal-naval-college-in-greenwich.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:38:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/old-royal-naval-college-in-greenwich.html Old Royal Naval College The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich is best known for its beautiful Neoclassical exterior designed by the famous UK architect Sir Christopher Wren. With its twin domes and long colonnades, the Old Royal Naval College was intentionally built in two separate halves in order to preserve the river views from […]

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]]> The Queen’s House in Greenwich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/queens-house-in-greenwich.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:31:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/the-queens-house-in-greenwich.html Greenwich, London The Queen’s House in Greenwich is a remarkable example of Palladian architecture by the famous 17th century architect Inigo Jones. It is a great place to visit on a day out in London. The Queen’s House was commissioned by Anne of Denmark in 1616, and was completed in 1635. It held to the […]

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]]> National Maritime Museum in Greenwich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/national-maritime-museum-in-greenwich.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:25:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/national-maritime-museum-in-greenwich.html National Maritime Museum The UK’s National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, southeast London, is a great museum for lovers of naval history and the sea. Home to numerous models of famous ships, special exhibitions, and the uniform Lord Nelson wore the day he was killed in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 (complete with the bullet […]

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]]> Royal Observatory in Greenwich https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/royal-observatory-greenwich.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:20:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/royal-observatory-greenwich.html Royal Observatory in Greenwich The UK is famous for the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, which is located in the southeast part of London. The Royal Observatory is home to the Prime Meridian and is famous for being the location from which Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is kept. Designed in the seventeenth century by the famous […]

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]]> Kew Gardens in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/kew-gardens-in-london.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:13:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/kew-gardens-in-london.html Kew Gardens Kew Gardens in London is a large botanical garden in the southwest of the city. It is one of the most popular visitor attractions in London, and makes for a great day trip from central London. The gardens, which are officially called the “Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew”, are famous for their large glass palm house, […]

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]]> Henry Moore Sculpture at Kew Gardens https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/henry-moore-sculptures-at-kew-gardens.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:07:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/henry-moore-sculptures-at-kew-gardens.html Kew Gardens After a successful display of a number of Henry Moore’s sculptures at Kew Gardens in 2007, the Royal Botanic Gardens are bringing another of his sculptures to Kew in 2014. From 25 September, visitors will be able to see Moore’s ‘Reclining Mother and Child’ (1975 – 76) sculpture in a peaceful area of […]

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]]> Windsor Castle Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/windsor-castle-day-trip-from-london.html Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/windsor-castle-day-trip-from-london.html Windsor Castle Windsor Castle is a great day trip from London. Whether you visit on a tour or on your own, the royal residence is a great day out. Located just 30 minutes away from London by train, Windsor Castle is easy to get to and spectacular to see. Independent visitors making the Windsor Castle day […]

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]]> Trains from London to Windsor https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-windsor.html Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-windsor.html Train Trains from London to Windsor, England run regularly from London Paddington station to Windsor & Eton Central train station to the southwest of London. There are up to three First Great Western trains an hour departing from Paddington station. Travelling by train to Windsor takes between 26 minutes and 29 minutes, depending on which […]

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]]> Shrove Tuesday Pancake Races https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/shrove-tuesday-pancake-races.html Mon, 04 Feb 2008 19:31:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/shrove-tuesday-pancake-races.html Pancake Race Every year on Shrove Tuesday (known in some countries as Pancake Tuesday, Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday) there are Shrove Tuesday Pancake Races throughout the UK. The UK version of pre-Lenten gluttony is a curious tradition, but a fun one nonetheless. Legend has it that long ago a woman was so late for […]

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]]> Top 5 London Markets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/top-london-markets.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/top-london-markets.html Borough Market There is no shortage of markets in London. Whether you’re looking for vegetables or vintage clothing, ethnic food or ethnic wares, London’s markets have a lot to offer. Here is my list of the top 5 London markets: 5. Portobello Market – Located in Notting Hill, Portobello Market is one of the most famous […]

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]]> Portobello Market in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/portobello-market.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/portobello-market.html Portobello Market Portobello Market is one of the best markets in London. The market takes place six days a week on Portobello Road in Notting Hill, and is famous throughout the world. While it is best known for its antiques, Portobello Market also features vendors selling new goods, second-hand goods, fruits and vegetables, and fashionable […]

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]]> Camden Markets in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/camden-markets.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:53:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/camden-markets.html Camden Market London’s Camden Markets are a weekend afternoon staple for those that like alternative style. Big and bustling, the Camden Markets sell everything from goth accessories to emerging designer clothing and ethnic food from all over the world. Visitors can spend hours browsing the wares and stopping for delicious food along the way. To […]

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]]> Exmouth Market in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/exmouth-market.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:50:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/exmouth-market.html Exmouth Market Exmouth Market is a pedestrianized market street in London’s Clerkenwell neighbourhood. The street is known for its great shops, cafes, restaurants, and boutiques, many of which are famous throughout London. Some of the best known places on Exmouth Market include restaurants like Moro, Gail’s Bakery, and Santore, which has pizzas so large they come on […]

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]]> Leadenhall Market in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/leadenhall-market.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:45:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/leadenhall-market.html Leadenhall Market Leadenhall Market is a large covered market in central London. The market is located in The City, just off Gracechurch Street. The nearest tube stations are Bank and Monument. Leadenhall Market has a grand Victorian ceiling that makes it a perfect place to browse for food or drink on a rainy London day. […]

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]]> Trains from London to Oxford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-oxford.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:40:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-oxford.html Oxford Train Station Oxford is a great day trip from London, and trains from London to Oxford are the fastest way of getting to the famous university town in Oxfordshire. Trains from London to Oxford leave from London’s Paddington train station. There are up to four trains an hour departing Paddington for Oxford. Every second […]

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]]> Day Trip from London to Oxford https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/oxford-england.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:35:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/visiting-oxford-england.html Oxford University Oxford, England is one of the UK’s most famous university towns (the other being Cambridge). An hour’s train ride from the capital, Oxford is a popular day trip from London. No visit to Oxford is complete without a stroll through the beautiful Gothic-style campus buildings of the university. Don’t miss the famous Bodleian […]

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]]> Trains from London to Cambridge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-cambridge.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:29:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/trains-from-london-to-cambridge.html Cambridge Train Station Trains from London to Cambridge are the fastest way to get from the English capital to the famous university town. The trip from London can be as quick as 45 minutes or as slow as 1 hour and 23 minutes, depending on which train you take and which London train station you […]

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]]> Top 5 Things to Do in Cambridge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/top-things-to-do-in-cambridge.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:24:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/top-things-to-do-in-cambridge.html Mathematical Bridge in Cambridge Cambridge is a popular destination for visitors to England. While there is no shortage of things to keep you busy while you are there, here is my list of the top 5 things to do in Cambridge: 5. Visit the Cambridge Botanical Garden, conveniently located near the train station. It has […]

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]]> Day Trip from London to Cambridge https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/cambridge-england.html Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:19:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2008/02/visiting-cambridge-england.html Punts in Cambridge Less than an hour by train from the capital, Cambridge, England makes a great day trip from London. Cambridge is one of England’s most famous university towns (the other being its rival, Oxford, which is 3 hours and 25 minutes away by bus). Established in 1209, Cambridge University is world famous for both […]

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]]> Cheap Flights to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/cheap-flights-to-london-and-uk-cities.html Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:16:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/cheap-flights-to-london-and-uk-cities.html London Heathrow Airport If you’re looking for a cheap flight to London, you might not find one as easily as you did a few years ago. With fuel prices on the rise, airlines are charging ever more for flights. However, there are still deals to be had if you know where to look. Most low-cost […]

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]]> Top 5 Cheap Eats in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/top-5-cheap-eats-in-london.html Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:03:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/top-5-cheap-eats-in-london.html Wagamama in London London is a very expensive city, but if you’re on a budget, you can save money by finding cheap places to eat. Here is my list of the top 5 cheap eats in London: 1. Comptoir Libanais – Serving up great Lebanese food at incredibly reasonable prices, Comptoir Libinais offers some of […]

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]]> Trains from London to Canterbury https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/trains-from-london-to-canterbury.html Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:51:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/trains-from-london-to-canterbury.html Canterbury East Train Station Trains from London to Canterbury are a great way to take a day trip from the UK capital to the city with the most famous cathedral in Britain. Trains between the two cities run regularly from London’s Victoria, Charing Cross, and St. Pancras train stations to Canterbury‘s East and West stations in southeast […]

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]]> Canterbury Day Trip from London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/canterbury-day-trip-from-london.html https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/canterbury-day-trip-from-london.html#comments Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:48:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/canterbury-day-trip-from-london.html Canterbury Cathedral in the UK Canterbury, in the southwest of England, makes a great day trip from London. Located just an hour and a half from London by train, Canterbury is home to the famous Canterbury Cathedral, a centuries-old pilgrimage site for Christians and a great place to visit. Canterbury is best known for that very […]

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]]> https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/canterbury-day-trip-from-london.html/feed 1 London Theatre Tickets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/london-theater-tickets.html Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:43:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/london-theatre-tickets.html Her Majesty’s Theatre London is famous for theatre, and London theatre tickets for plays, musicals, ballet, opera, and other events are generally easy to get. Most London theatre tickets can be purchased in three ways: London Theatre Tickets Online – Most London theatres have websites where you can buy tickets directly or through a ticket […]

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]]> Covent Garden 12 Days of Christmas Luxury Food Market https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/covent-garden-12-days-of-christmas.html Sun, 16 Dec 2007 23:54:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/covent-garden-12-days-of-christmas-luxury-food-market.html Covent Garden at Christmas In 2007, the Christmas Market at Covent Garden featured a special 12 Days of Christmas Luxury Food Market. While it may sound like just another tourist attraction, the food at Covent Garden’s 12 Days of Christmas Luxury Food Market was quite impressive. Highlights of the 12 Days of Christmas Luxury Food […]

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]]> Manchester Christmas Markets https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/manchester-christmas-markets.html Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:59:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/12/manchester-christmas-markets.html Manchester Christmas Market The Manchester Christmas markets are some of the largest and most popular Christmas markets in the UK. The markets in the city boast that they are authentic German Christmas markets, and they offer a variety of market stalls and decorations. Vendors at the Manchester Christmas markets sell everything from food and wine to […]

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]]> Top 10 Ways to Save Money in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/top-10-ways-to-save-money-in-london.html Tue, 27 Nov 2007 11:36:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/top-10-ways-to-save-money-in-london.html Phone Booth in London London is an expensive city, but there are ways of cutting costs. Here are my top 10 ways to save money in London. 10. Walk – London is a very walkable city. Instead of taking public transport or a taxi, get out and walk around! 9. Visit London’s markets – Borough […]

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]]> 16 to 25 Railcard (Young Persons Railcard) https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/young-persons-railcard-for-uk.html Mon, 26 Nov 2007 11:08:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/16-to-25-railcard-young-persons-railcard-for-uk.html Railway Bridge on the Thames If you’re under 26 or a full-time student, a great way to save money in the UK is by getting a 16-25 Railcard (formerly Young Persons Railcard). The 16-25 Railcard allows students and young people to get a 30% discount on most train fares in the UK, including the Heathrow […]

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]]> How to Get from Heathrow to Central London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/how-to-get-from-heathrow-to-london-city.html Mon, 19 Nov 2007 22:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/how-to-get-from-heathrow-to-london-city-center.html London Railway Bridge Many travellers wonder how to get from Heathrow to the London city centre. There are several different options, which vary by time and price. Usually the more time it takes to get from Heathrow to London, the less it costs to get there. The opposite is also true. How to Get from […]

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]]> Borough Market in London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/borough-market-london.html Tue, 06 Nov 2007 17:58:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/borough-market-london.html Borough Market The famous Borough Market in London is a foodie’s dream come true. Like other world-famous markets, Borough Market attracts visitors from all over the world. Borough Market is a large outdoor farmer’s market where you can buy everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to bread, honey, wine, cheese, chocolate, meat, poultry, eggs, candy, […]

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]]> Oyster Card for the London Tube https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/oyster-card-for-london-tube.html Fri, 02 Nov 2007 19:02:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/11/oyster-card-for-london-tube.html The London Underground If you’re visiting London and planning to take the tube (officially called the London Underground), you can save money by getting an Oyster Card for the London tube. The Oyster Card is available online (for UK delivery only), in all tube stations in London, and in select train stations in London for […]

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]]> Airlines That Fly to London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/airlines-that-fly-to-london.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 22:41:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/airlines-that-fly-to-london.html London Airport London is one of the busiest cities in the world as far as air traffic is concerned. All of the world’s major international airlines fly through London’s five airports, and there are smaller regional airlines that fly to London as well. Below is a list of airlines that fly to London: Aer Lingus Aeroflot […]

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]]> London Airport Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/london-airports.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 22:39:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/london-airports.html Gatwick Airport There are five major London airports, making air travel to and from London easy. The airports and their locations in the city are as follows: London Heathrow Airport – Heathrow is located to the west of London. It is the major international airport in the city and is served by both short-haul and […]

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]]> Best London Luxury Hotels https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/london-luxury-hotels.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:55:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/london-luxury-hotels.html The Metropolitan Hotel London’s luxury hotels are dotted throughout the city, and while there is no shortage of five-star hotels in London, a few are a cut above the rest. Here are five hotels that I consider to be the best London luxury hotels: St. Martin’s Lane Hotel – The St. Martin’s Lane Hotel is all […]

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]]> Sheraton Belgravia Hotel, London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/sheraton-belgravia-hotel-london.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:55:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/sheraton-belgravia-hotel-london.html Sheraton Belgravia Hotel, London The Sheraton Belgravia Hotel in London has closed. The hotel is underwent refurbishment and re-opened as Belgraves.

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]]> St. Martin’s Lane Hotel, London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/st-martin-lane-hotel-london.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:51:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/st-martins-lane-hotel-london.html St. Martin’s Lane Hotel in London St. Martin’s Lane Hotel, London Address: 45 St. Martin’s Lane, London, WC2N 4HX, UK St. Martin’s Lane Hotel is a hip luxury hotel in London. Located in central London close to Covent Garden, Leicester Square, and many of London’s popular sights, the St. Martin’s Lane Hotel is ideal for travellers […]

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]]> Edinburgh Festival Fringe Guide https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/edinburgh-festival-fringe.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:44:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/edinburgh-festival-fringe.html Edinburgh Festival Fringe The dates of the 2014 Edinburgh Festival Fringe are August 1 to 25, 2014. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe (also called the Edinburgh Fringe or The Fringe) is an annual arts festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Festival showcases performing arts events such as comedy, dance, drama, and music. The Fringe is best known […]

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]]> Vinopolis London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/vinopolis-london.html Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:36:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/vinopolis-london.html Vinopolis London Vinopolis Address: No.1 Bank End, London, SE1 9BU, UK Vinopolis in London is a wine lover’s paradise. Located on London’s South Bank, Vinopolis is dedicated to teaching people about the production and taste of wine. Vinopolis has exhibits on the history of wine and the winemaking process, and of course there is a […]

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]]> NY Times: South Bank Centre, London https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/ny-times-south-bank-center-london.html Tue, 09 Oct 2007 16:17:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/10/ny-times-south-bank-center-london.html In 2007 the New York Times published an article about the South Bank Centre in London. The centre’s vast array of performances and concerts draw people from all over the world. Both inside and out, there is plenty at the South Bank Centre to entertain visitors and locals alike, and the article details a few […]

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]]> Welcome! https://www.visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/09/welcome.html Mon, 10 Sep 2007 04:09:00 +0000 http://visitingeu.com/western-europe/uk/2007/09/welcome.html Welcome to Visiting UK! This website will help independent travellers plan their trips throughout England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Here you will find detailed information about trains, flights, hotels, events, festivals, and more. Everything you need to plan your trip is right here at your fingertips. Happy travels!

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