How to Spend a Day in Bristol

The beautiful harbor town of Bristol sits about an hour away from the border with Wales. Although somehow we managed to visit on England's hottest day of the summer, we still managed to visit the highlights of this fun city,…

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Spotting the White Cliffs of Dover

If you plan to travel between England and mainland Europe, I highly recommend the ferry across the Channel. Although the Channel Tunnel Train can be exciting, you miss out on the stunning views above. I caught an overnight ferry from Calais…

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How to Spend a Day in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is one of Europe's most famous cities. Canals, the Red Light District, and cafes all come to mind when you think of this fascinating city. The best way to get around is on a bike, so that you can…

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How to Spend a Day in Brighton

If you're spending time in the England, and you're after a seaside escape, then make your way south of London to the coastal city of Brighton. Small white houses line the streets leading away from the beach and at the…

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How to Spend a Day in Utrecht

Utrecht is Amsterdam's quieter, more peaceful sibling, giving visitors a chance to wander at their own pace. Similar to Amsterdam in design, Utrecht still offers visitors the famed Dutch canals, waterfront restaurants, museums and shopping, reminiscent of its bigger neighbour…

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How to Spend a Day in The Hague

The Hague, or Den Haag, is one of the most well-known and important cities in Holland. Many people think it is the capital, but it is not to be confused with Amsterdam. The error is common, given that the cabinet,…

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Culemborg Photo Diary

Culemborg is a quiet little town that epitomizes the everything I dream of when I think of a quaint Dutch lifestyle. Situated just south of Amsterdam, the town is full of cobblestones, intricate architecture and the sweet tolling of bells…

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A Weekend in Nottingham

The delightful city of Nottingham is full of gems that make it well worth the visit - even if it is often generally wetter than the rest of the country! Lucky for me, a friend of mine from Canada was…

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How to Spend a Day in Bath

Bath is a stunning city in southwestern England, full of old fascinating buildings and rich culture, all teeming with history. Bath is much larger than Oxford, although similar in feel to quaintness and historical interest. While it can be quite…

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Visiting Stonehenge

Most people will immediately recognize photographs of the strange ring-formation of stones in southwestern England. A famous UNESCO world heritage site, and listed on many lists of places to see before you die, Stonehenge attracts over a million visitors per…

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How to Spend a Day in Oxford

The old and entrancing city of Oxford should be on everyone's itinerary while they're visiting England. A sweet city surrounds the University which is at the heart of the place. It's alive, exciting and quaint and you can almost feel…

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A Weekend on Orcas Island

Just off the coast of Washington State in the northwestern part of the United States you can find yourself in a true Pacific Northwestern environment. A cluster of islands that entice visitors and locals alike with their mystery and magic…

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