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As the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century,
the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland played a leading role in developing
parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science.
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Corus and Regal
Hotels:
With an inspiring range of hotels from country houses and coaching inns to city centre
accommodation, you're assured a warm welcome all year round.
Cottages4you:
With over 9,000 self-catered cottages throughout England, Scotland, Wales, France and
Ireland there's a wide range of rental accommodation in just about every location, to suit
any budget.
Hoeseasons
Holidays:
From secluded forest lodges to holiday parks, thatched rustic cottages and farmhouses
to boating holidays on the beautiful waterways of Britain and France, Hoseasons offers the
widest available range of accommodation and facilities to suit everyone.
Sykes Cottages:
Luxury, self-catering holiday cottages throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
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Islands, England, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales.
By Air
ebookers:
Offers a host of travel products and services, including negotiated airfares with 120
airlines discounted up to 75%, discounts with over 14,000 hotels world-wide and some of
the most competitive car hire on the web.
KLM UK:
Carrying more than 17 million passengers each year KLM is the 4th largest airline in
Europe.
By Car
Holiday Autos:
Low cost car rental in over 4,000 rental locations UK and world-wide.
By Train
Eurostar:
The high-speed train service linking London, Ashford, Paris, Brussels, Lille, Avignon,
Calais, Disneyland Resort Paris and the French Alps. You can also reach over 100 more
destinations across France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany with Eurostar
Connections.
Travel Insurance
Don't leave home without it!
Go Travel
Insurance:
One of the leading providers of online travel and holiday insurance for UK and Irish
residents on the Internet.
Peak season and weekend sailings are generally more expensive, as
are overnight sailings long enough to permit a good night's sleep.
Generally, on short crossings the most cost effective time to travel
is between 8pm and 7am. Likewise, short daytime sailings are often more expensive than
short sailings at night. Decide which is your priority, convenience or cost.
Cheap4Ferries:
Get onboard and save up to 50% on UK sailings and mini-breaks. Special offers and deals
change with the seasons, but most ferry companies offer discounts for advance bookings.
Prices often depend on the time of day at which the sailing takes place.
P&O
Ferries:
Sailings between England and mainland Europe. Sea crossings from: Dover to Calais,
Portsmouth to Bilbao, Portsmouth to Cherbourg, Portsmouth to Le Havre, Portsmouth to Caen,
Hull to Rotterdam and Hull to Zeebrugge.
Britain's Heritage Cities:
A lot of people visiting England tend to concentrate on London, but in doing so they are
missing out on a lot of Britain's heritage. So next time you plan a trip to 'London'
consider venturing out of the capital and take in the sights of Bath, Brighton, Chester,
Durham, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and York.
British Heritage:
Camelot International brings you the history of the European kings and queens who have
intermarried and killed each other to become the Windsors.
Discover Northern
Ireland:
Take a virtual tour of Northern Ireland, courtesy of the Northern Ireland Tourist Board.
Fat Badgers Guide:
Guide to Quality Inns of the British Isles containing pubs in the United Kingdom which
give the highest standards of British hospitality, traditional ales and superior cuisine,
along with associated tourist information.
Great Western:
Great Western provide Inter City Services between London, South Wales, the Cotswolds and
the West of England.
Lake District:
The Cumbria Tourist Board brings you closer to the Lake District, Carlisle and
Hadrian's Wall, Eden Valley and The Pennines, The Lake District Peninsulas, and the
Western Lakes and Coast.
London Tourism:
The official home of the London Tourist Board, and very stylish too it is too. Check out
the 3D maps.
The Met Office:
The latest UK weather and shipping forecasts from the Crown's authority on the clouds.
Visit Britain:
A very polished and interactive site with touring ideas, routes for walkers and cyclists,
and a movie-map.
Visit Scotland:
A whole new light on web page design. Animated gifs do not have to be flashing bits and
pieces but can be used constructively to put a shine on an already very polished project.
Visit Wales:
Wales is a distinctive part of Britain, and the Welsh Tourist Board get that message
across; with everything from history and culture, to attractions and events.
"When
a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can
afford." The writer Samuel Johnson said this in the 18th century, and it can still be
said of today's contemporary London.
London
in One Day
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in to London?
Book some of these smashing tours before you get there!
London Top 10
Attractions:
From the best place to get traditional Fish & Chips to one of the city's best museums
and one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the British capital; here are 10 things you need
to know about London.
A Tour
of Number 10:
Downing Street that is; home of Britain's Prime Ministers since 1735.
Mayor
of London:
The official website for the Mayor of London, the London Assembly and the Greater London
Authority.
The British
Monarchy:
The official presentation of the Monarchy in Britain. Perhaps you would like to go
straight to Buck House; or Buckingham
Palace, as it's more commonly known.
London Transportation on London Buses and London Underground
(The Tube).
Guide To
London:
There's more here than just accommodation and places to go, there are also some
interesting features on LondonNet.
London Aquarium:
The £25 million Sea Life London Aquarium is the first attraction of its kind in the
capital and one of Europe's largest exhibits of aquatic life. County Hall, Westminster
Bridge Road, London. SE1 Open daily from 10:00 - 18:00.
London Theatre
Buy your West End theatre tickets for performances on Monday to
Thursday, rather than Friday to Saturday as they tend to be cheaper.
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London Visions:
Visually appealing guide to attractions, entertainment, restaurants and accommodation in
London -- with plenty of links to London-related information.
London Walks:
A guided London Walk costs £5 (£3.50 for senior citizens, full-time students under 30
with ID, and people with the London Walks Discount Walkabout Card)
£3.50 for Travel Notes members.
This is London:
Read the Evening Standard. This online version is packed with news and sport, as any good
daily should be.
Tower of
London:
Authentic presentation of the Tower of London's 900 years of history; in co-operation with
the Yeoman Warders.
Accommodation in London
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Coast to Coast Cycle Route:
Starting in West Cumbria, the route passes through the stunning scenery of the northern
Lake District and onto the Eden Valley, with its lush valleys and sandstone villages.
You'll then climb up the unspoilt Northern Pennines and glide down into the Durham Dales.
From here it's an easy ride through one of Britain's old industrial heartland to the North
Sea.
Coast to Coast Walk:
Starting beside the Irish Sea, you have wonderful walking through the mountains of the
Lake District, across the Pennines and down Swaledale. The North York Moors await you and
beyond them the east coast. Most people undertake the walk between May and September.
Daylight hours are much longer and weather more likely to be favourable.
Keswick on Derwentwater Tourism
Guide:
Keswick, in the English Lake District, is nestled between the Northern fells and
Derwentwater. A beautiful Lakeland market town it has grown, with the help of local
industry and visitors, into a thriving tourism centre with a close-knit local community.
Keswick Golf Club:
Cumbria has many great sports clubs and Keswick Golf Club is no exception. Located 4 miles
East of Keswick on Derwentwater, in the heart of the Lake District, the golf course is
easily approached from the A66 at Threlkeld - the main route from Penrith to the West
Coast.
The Cumbria Directory:
Cumbria is a land of beauty and variety, from its busy cities and historic market towns to
its stone and slate villages, each possessing their own character.
The Glaramara Centre:
Situated at the head of the Borrowdale Valley, The Glaramara Centre offers a multi-purpose
venue for adventure activity packages, walking holidays, group accommodation, conferences,
outdoor development training, and a base for further exploration of the Lake District
National Park.
Cotswolds Travel Guide:
Visit this beautiful and unique region in England, where time seems to have stood still
for 300 years.
Visit Cotswolds:
The official Gloucestershire tourism site providing tourist information on Gloucestershire
- The Cotswolds, The Severn Vale, Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
Accommodation in Bath
Hotels
in Bath:
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Take a trip to Liverpool. Apart from the football teams and the
Beatles, you'll be surprised at the beautiful waterfront, Albert Dock and the new Aqua Bus
that drives straight into the Mersey.
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Holiday Reports.
Merseyside Memories:
Customised videos of the Merseyside area providing scenes of specific houses and streets
for customers who once lived in a particular area of Liverpool, showing the various points
of interest that the customer may have requested.
Accommodation in Liverpool
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in Liverpool:
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Virtual Manchester:
Includes a cool graphical travel guide for getting around the City Centre and oodles of
info.
Accommodation in Manchester
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York: Carlton House:
The Carlton House Hotel in York is a much loved Georgian Terraced home built in the early
1800's, belonging to the Greaves family since 1948.
Accommodation in York
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Cornwall:
A comprehensive guide to towns and villages in Cornwall.
Country Boy:
by Carl Appleby
A day in the life of a country boy in East Budleigh, Devon.
Devon & Cornwall:
The Devon and Cornwall rail partnership helps you to plan your car free days out. Plenty
of ideas, and multilingual.
Devon Connect:
Tourism, art, country life, business and general information relating to Devon.
Devon Holiday Directory:
Designed to help visitors to Devon find holiday accommodation -- self catering, bed and
breakfast, hotels and holiday parks. It also has lots of links to the attractions,
museums, house and gardens, activities such as walking, surfing riding and fishing, as
well as pubs and restaurants for eating out.
Devon Museums:
With the most densely populated museum landscape in the country, there's something for
everyone in Devon museums.
Devon
Online:
Guide to Devon's towns and villages.
DevonTalk:
Quarterly magazine for Devon residents which aims to keep them in touch with what's going
on in the county - brought to you by Devon County Council with Devon & Cornwall
Constabulary, The Police Authority and The Devon Fire & Rescue Service.
Discover Devon:
Developed by local authorities in Devon to offer online visitor information, accommodation
booking, travel advice and an interactive search facility for local events and activities.
There's also a wide range of other services to help people get around the county and enjoy
what Devon has to offer.
Devon Attractions
Becky Falls:
High on Dartmoor, and enjoyed by generations of visitors since Victorian times, Becky
Falls Woodland Park, with its huge oak canopy, rugged landscape, massive granite boulders
and waterfalls, provides some of the most scenic and enjoyable walks in the south west.
Open from 10am every day, March to October, school holidays and winter weekends (weather
permitting). Coach parties and school visits always welcome.
Exeter Cathedral:
Provides information and pictures which will appeal to the curious browser of any age and
to those seeking more detailed information about this beautiful, historic cathedral; its
very active community and its continuous cycle of daily worship.
West Country Holidays:
The South West peninsula, stretching out into the Atlantic Ocean, is Britain's most
popular and successful holiday area. It consists of the counties of Cornwall and the Isles
of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Bath and Bristol.
Accommodation in Exeter
Hotels
in Exeter:
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Situated in the Irish Sea, between the United Kingdom and Ireland, the Isle of Man is easily accessible by air
and sea.
The capital of the Isle of Man is Douglas.
Accommodation in Douglas
Hotels
in Douglas, Isle of Man:
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Getting to the Isle of Man
By Air
Ronaldsway Airport is served by a
number of airlines flying out of Belfast, Birmingham,
Blackpool, Bristol, Dublin, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Glasgow, Jersey,
Leeds/Bradford, Liverpool, London City Airport, Luton, Manchester and Newcastle.
By Sea
SeaCat and the Isle of Man
Steam Packet Company offer fast ferry crossings on the Irish Sea between Belfast,
Dublin, Heysham, Liverpool and the Isle of Man.
Isle of Man Tourism
Isle of Man Guide:
From medieval castle to giant water wheel, the Isle of Man has more than enough tourist
sites to attract, wonder and entertain.
Isle of Man Tourist Board:
The Island is a unique destination with over 10,000 years of history, its own currency,
stamps, native tongue and mile upon mile of unspoilt countryside and secluded beaches, yet
less than 60 miles from the north west of England.
Isle of Man TT:
The official site of the Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy) Races; featuring results, facts,
history and bulletin board for race fans.
Glastonbury Abbey:
Traditionally the oldest above-ground Christian church in the world. A Christian sanctuary
so ancient that only legend can record its origin.
Home Base Holidays:
International home exchange service based in London. New listings on-line daily plus
published in three directories each year. Free bi-monthly Home Swappers newsletter
provides information on arranging successful home swaps. Established 1985.
Lyme Regis:
There's more than old fossils in Lyme Regis.
Melton Mowbray:
They call it the rural heart of England; famous for its pork pies and stilton cheese.
Oxford City:
Once in Oxford call in at the Oxford Tourist Information Centre at Gloucester Green for
details of attractions and more ideas of what to see and do in the City.
Oxford on Foot:
Let Annetta Harvie take you on a two hour walking tour of this famous university city, and
learn about the history of the university from its mediaeval origins to the present day.
Oxfordshire's Towns:
Ox Towns has all the information you need regarding businesses, tourist attractions,
places to eat, drink and stay.
Visit The Heart of
England:
The story of the Heart of England is written in a time-capsule of stone - mighty castles,
cathedrals and stately homes, and picturesque cottages in countless sleepy hamlets where,
at the village inn, the tradition of hospitality spans centuries.
Driving in England
The Automobile Association:
Get immediate AA Breakdown cover online and enjoy peace of mind on the road.
The RAC:
Six million RAC members enjoy access to an enormous range of motoring products and
services throughout their driving lives, ranging from roadside assistance to continually
updated legal and technical advice and up-to-the-minute travel information.
Historic Scotland:
Scotland's built heritage is a rich tapestry which illuminates the nation's history from
the earliest times. The thread reaches from prehistoric standing stones to medieval
castles and formal great gardens through to Georgian houses, Victorian factories and
Second World War defences.
Isle of Skye:
The official web site for the communities of the Isle of Skye, Lochalsh, and Raasay in
north west Scotland.
Kids Go Free -
ScotRail:   
With a ScotRail Kids Go Free ticket not only can two kids travel free off-peak with each
adult, you also get one free entry to Scotland's best attractions.
Kintyre Peninsula:
Kintyre is on the extreme west coast of Scotland, joined to the mainland by a narrow
isthmus, at Tarbert, with all the characteristics of island living without the hassle and
expense of ferry crossings (although you can cross by ferry as well).
Scottish Heartlands:
Argyll, the Isles, Loch Lomond, Stirling and Trossachs. Here is the birthplace of
Scotland, the cradle of its Christianity and nationhood and the focal point of much of its
colourful history.
Scottish Highlands:
These pages by the Highlands of Scotland Tourist Board, are intended to give you a taste
of the beauty and tranquillity of The Highlands.
Scottish Web:
Scotland and the Scottish Highlands have many secrets. Little known places, castles,
historical events and famous people are what defines a large part of highland culture and
Scottish Web aims to bring you articles of interest to help you appreciate this.
Scotland Info:
A comprehensive online guide to the land north of Hadrian's Wall, with special features on
Scottish castles, travel tips and travel stories to help you appreciate Scotland more.
The Isle of Islay:
The Isle of Islay is the most southerly of the Hebridean islands at the west coast of
Scotland. Pictures, information, links and tips from, Armin Grewe, a frequent visitor to
Islay.
The Western Isles
The Western Isles, also known as the Hebrides, are made up of the
islands of Lewis, Harris, Scalpay, Berneray, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist, Barra,
Eriskay, Vatersay, Taransay and St Kilda.
Visit Hebrides:
Standing majestically at the north-west edge of Europe, this 150 mile-long island chain of
beaches, culture, wildlife and adventure is a haven for outdoor activities, and a great
place to unwind.
Visit Orkney:
Orkney Tourist Board's official visitors' guide to the Orkney islands -- an archipelago of
some 70 islands, with excellent scheduled air and ferry services between them.
Visit Scotland:
Provides information on holiday accommodation, outdoor activities and places to visit in
Scotland.
Visit Shetland:
Experience the extraordinary natural beauty and individual identity of the Shetland
Islands.
West Highland Explorer:
An extensive area of mountains, moorland, islands, and sea. From Shetland Islands in the
north to Mull of Kintyre in the south and all points westward, this region is home to
several distinctly different cultures.
Aberdeen has 30 golf courses within half an hour's drive from the
city centre. Aberdeen is also on the Castles trail and the famous Malt Whiskey trail.
Aberdeen Hotels
Association:
Detailed information on 27 Aberdeenshire hotels; with contact details, location maps and
links to the relevant hotel websites.
Aberdeen and Grampian:
Scotland’s Castle and Whisky Country is more than a little bit special; with miles of
unspoiled coastline, some of the world’s finest malt whisky and more castles than any
other part of the United Kingdom.
The Web Cafe:
Guide to eating, drinking and partying in the Aberdeen area.
Accommodation in Aberdeen
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Edinburgh:
Town and Country: by Dan Bailey
Fill up on orgies of urban entertainment, then cleanse body and spirit with a walk in the
hills or a stiff sea breeze. Just as nothing beats the refreshment of a hot steam bath and
icy plunge pool, harnessing the contrasting forces of nature and culture will leave you
feeling thoroughly recharged.
Edinburgh and Lothians Tourist
Board:
This site will help you get to grips with the wealth of opportunities available both in
the city of Edinburgh and amongst the beautiful coast and countryside that surrounds it.
Edinburgh Castle:
The most famous of Scottish castles. In addition to guided tours provided by the castle
stewards, there is an audio guide tour available in six languages. Parking is restricted
from June to October for the Edinburgh Military
Tattoo.
Edinburgh Festivals:
Official online listings for every Edinburgh festival.
Edinburgh Film Festival:
Edinburgh is the UK’s leading Film Festival and has celebrated cinema in its infinite
variety for over half a century.
Edinburgh Fringe:
Whilst still remaining true to its founding principle of open-access for all performers,
the Fringe has come a long way since its organisational beginnings -- in a disused pub
with a leaky roof, just off the Royal Mile.
Edinburgh Guide:
Coverage of Edinburgh arts and entertainment with extensive coverage of Edinburgh's festivals.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay:
Includes an extensive archive of broadcast quality video footage of Edinburgh during the
last 15 years.
Edinburgh International Festival:
The Edinburgh International Festival is over fifty years old and has earned its reputation
as one of the world's greatest celebrations of the arts.
Edinburgh Old Town:
Unlike most city High Streets where the same national chains of shops, bars and
restaurants can be seen whichever town you're in, Edinburgh's Old Town is rich in
specialist shops, small restaurants and intimate little bars. Whether it's shopping,
hotels, bars, cafes, restaurants or just memorable sights, you'll find a feast of
attractions on your visit to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Zoo:
Edinburgh Zoo opened in 1913, in leafy hillside parkland just ten minutes from the centre
of Edinburgh. Open every day of the year, including Christmas Day, from 9.00am to 6.00pm
April-September, 5.00pm October and March, and 4.30pm from November to February.
National
Gallery of Scotland:
The National Gallery of Scotland, oldest of the four Galleries, is situated in the heart
of Edinburgh on The Mound, between the ancient Old Town and the Georgian New Town. It is
home to Scotland's greatest collection of European paintings and sculpture from the
Renaissance to Post-Impressionism, and is one of the very finest galleries of its size in
the world.
Our Dynamic Earth:
Situated in the heart of Edinburgh at the foot of Arthur's Seat, adjacent to the Palace of
Holyroodhouse and the site of the new Scottish Parliament.
Scottish
National Gallery of Modern Art:
Set in extensive parkland, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art lies to the west of
Edinburgh's City Centre, on Belford Road. The Gallery first opened in 1960 at Inverleith
House in the Royal Botanic Garden and moved to its present site in 1984.
Scottish
National Portrait Gallery:
The Scottish National Portrait Gallery is situated in the heart of the Edinburgh New Town
at the east end of Queen Street. It provides a unique visual history of Scotland, told
through portraits of the figures who shaped it: royals and rebels, poets and philosophers,
heroes and villains.
Scottish
Parliament:
Members of the public can sit in the public galleries of the Chamber and watch sessions of
Parliament. The main debates usually take place on a Wednesday afternoon and on Thursday,
both morning and afternoon. There are a number of seats available to book in advance.
Others are available on a first come, first served basis.
The
Dean Gallery:
Situated opposite the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, the Dean Gallery displays
Edinburgh's world-class holdings of Dada and Surrealist art, and work by Sir Eduardo
Paolozzi.
The Fruitmarket Gallery:
Situated in one of the world's most beautiful cities, Edinburgh's Fruitmarket Gallery is
an acclaimed international art space showing a programme of exciting, thought-provoking
exhibitions of Scottish, British and international contemporary art. The gallery is
complemented by an ambient, street-level glass fronted cafe and innovative bookshop.
The
Palace of Holyroodhouse:
Founded as a monastery in 1128, the Palace of Holyroodhouse is The Queen's official
residence in Scotland. Situated at the end of the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse
is closely associated with Scotland's turbulent past; including Mary, Queen of Scots - who
lived here between 1561 and 1567.
Near Edinburgh
North Berwick:
A picturesque town situated on the shores of the Firth of Forth, just 35 minutes by train
from Edinburgh, close to the A1 motorway, and perfectly placed to explore the links golf
courses in East Lothian.
Peebles:
A small country town in the Scottish Borders situated 23 miles south of Edinburgh and
about 40 miles from Glasgow. This quiet south eastern corner of Scotland, with its lower
than average rainfall, clean air and bright sunshine attracts visitors year round.
Accommodation in Edinburgh
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Inverness:
The City in the Highlands.
The salmon season runs from 11th February to 7th October.
When visiting Scotland don't try to do it all in one day. Although
it's a small country, the highlands and islands roads are not built for speed and
distances can be deceptive. It is better to take your time and be selective in what you
wish to see and enjoy it at a more leisurely pace. Your motto should be: 'See less, enjoy
more'.
Make sure to visit the Hill House in Helensburgh (near Glasgow). It's
one of the best examples of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's work.
Sent in by: Armin Grewe.
Scotland by Air
Eastern Airways:
Connecting Aberdeen, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Humberside, Manchester, Norwich, Teesside
and Wick.
Flies from Luton to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Flights from Edinburgh and
Glasgow also go to Amsterdam and Belfast.
Loganair:
Scotland’s airline provides life-line services to remote island communities and
serves the needs of the business traveller with frequent flights between Scotland’s
cities and towns.
Cheap flights from London Stansted to Glasgow.
Highlands and Islands Airports:
Operates ten airports throughout the Highlands and Islands of Scotland; providing vital
social, business and welfare links to the people who live there.
Scot Airways:
Flights from London City Airport to Edinburgh and Dundee.
Scotland by Rail
ScotRail:
Provides around 95% of all train services within Scotland as well as the Anglo-Scottish
overnight Caledonian Sleepers linking Fort William, Aberdeen, Inverness, Glasgow and
Edinburgh with the heart of London.
Scotland by Road
Scottish Citylink Coaches:
Fast and frequent services to over 200 towns and cities across Scotland.
Scotland by Sea
CalMac Scottish Island Ferries:
Explore the magical islands and peninsulas of Scotland's Atlantic coast; a world away, yet
so easy to get to.
NorthLink Ferries:
Ferry from Aberdeen to the Islands of Orkney and Shetland. Also sails between between
Scrabster and Stromness.
Clava Lodge:
Relax in the splendour of the Highlands of Scotland, 7 miles from Inverness, in one of
Clava Lodge's comfortable apartments, chalets or cottages. Go monster hunting, follow the
whisky trail, visit the Clava Cairns or do a bit of salmon fishing.
Birchbrae Luxury Self
Catering Lodges: (Fort William)
Seven luxury self catering Scandinavian-style lodges set in a peaceful and secluded
woodland in the Highlands of Scotland. Birchbrae is 8 miles south of Fort William and sits
in a woodland clearing up of Forest track; off the A82. The Corran Ferry is some 500
metres away, which crosses Loch Linnhe to the Ardnamurchan peninsula.
Self Catering
Bonawe House:
An eighteenth century Scottish country house set in its own secluded grounds, surrounded
by mature beech trees and gardens; with views over Loch Etive. Offers six self-catering
holiday cottages in Taynuilt, near Oban.
Reserve Apartments:
Self-catering accommodation in Edinburgh
and Glasgow with online booking.
Adventure in Scotland:
Guide to Scotland's best adventure sports, companies and events.
Romantic Scotland:
The ideal setting for a wedding, honeymoon or getaway.
Scotland Made Easy:
Assists in itinerary planning and booking accommodation for stress-free self-drive tours
of Scotland.
Scottish Dream Tours:
Specialises in small group tours to Scotland, Ireland, Wales and England featuring
castles, gardens, historic sites, tea-rooms and pubs.
Wales Preview
Wales is a small Principality of the United Kingdom, covering an area
of 8,015sq miles with a population of around 2,800,000 people; 20% of whom speak Welsh.
The capital city is Cardiff, in the south of the country, which was
once the coal mining area and exported coal to all parts of the world.
Although Wales is a small country, it is rich in natural beauty with
its 732 miles of rugged coastline: from unspoilt beaches and coves in Pembrokeshire, to
the snow-capped mountains of Snowdonia in the north. Mt Snowdon, at 3,560ft, being the
highest mountain in England and Wales.
There are more than 400 castles and ancient monuments to explore.
Wales also has many forests, woodlands and gardens; including the National Botanic Gardens
of Wales, which boasts the largest single span glasshouse in the world.
But most important is the warmth and friendliness of the Welsh people
and visitors can be assured of a warm welcome.
There is a variety of accommodation from country cottages,farmhouses,
country house hotels, to 5 star city centre luxury.
Sent in by Colin's Wales.
Accommodation in Cardiff
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Beaches of Wales:
Many coastal villages offer boat rides along the coast just yards from the towering cliffs
where you can observe seals basking on the rocks.
Castles in Wales:
There are over 400 Castles in Wales. Some interesting castles to visit in Wales include
Caerphilly, Carreg Cennen, Castell Coch, Chepstow, Goodrich Castle, Coity Castle,
Manorbier, Ogmore, Raglan and Tintern Abbey.
The Castles of Wales:
Wales is often called the 'Land of Castles' and rightly so, as it is home to some of
Europe's finest surviving examples of medieval castle construction. This site covers a
wide range of topics related to Welsh castles and Welsh medieval history.
Swansea
Swansea
City Life:
Put together by Pete Rogers, who says:
Don't spend a fortune at one of the main city hotels in Swansea, there
are dozens of excellent guesthouses at very reasonable prices.
Explore Swansea's Gower peninsular for some of the most dramatic and
beautiful seascape in Europe.
Swansea's Bayside Maritime Quarter and parklands are genuinely world
class.
Accommodation in Swansea
Hotels
in Swansea:
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Jersey:
Jersey is English speaking, and only an hour away from the mainland, yet has a climate
more favourable than the British Isles.
Visit Guernsey:
Lying close to the north coast of France and bathed by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream,
the islands of Guernsey, Herm, Sark and Alderney are the perfect escape.
Accommodation in Guernsey
Hotels
in Guernsey:
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Accommodation in Jersey
Hotels
in Jersey:
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Travelling on a hotel narrow boat along British canals is a unique and
relaxing way to discover the English countryside, quaint villages, pubs and interesting
locks in complete comfort.
Backpacker
Tours UK:
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and Edinburgh.
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