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Looking for the best Harry Potter places to visit? Most Potterheads dream of the day when they would receive the written invitation to Hogwarts and becoming witches and wizards. Although this may still be just a fantasy, Harry Potter enthusiasts can visit Hogwarts, as well as the many gorgeous places where the movies were filmed … Read more
Sarcasm is a Manchester trait.–Peter Hook It never rains in Manchester, but it pours–Kevin Keegan Manchester’s got everything except a beach.–Ian Brown Manchester is the belly and guts of the nation–George Orwell The country life near Manchester I really love.–Ruud van Nistelrooy This is Manchester, we do things differently here–Tony Wilson Manchester has a certain … Read more
And what should they know of England who only England know? -Rudyard Kipling A family with the wrong members in control; that, perhaps, is as near as one can come to describing England in a phrase. -George Orwell Set in this stormy Northern sea, Queen of these restless fields of tide, England! what shall men … Read more
The view of Edinburgh from the road before you enter Leith is quite enchanting: it is, as Albert said, fairy -like and what you would only imagine as a thing to dream of, or to see in a picture.– Queen Victoria’s journal Edinburgh is so cultural and such a beautiful place to walk around.– Rupert … Read more
This one day in Exeter itinerary is the perfect introduction to this charming city and is perfect for someone spending a day out in Exeter on coming to the city on a day trip! Whether you are interested in history, culture, religion, or gastronomy, you’ll need to visit Exeter. Devon’s second-largest city has a range … Read more
You have decided to keep your next vacation focused on rekindling your relationship and consider NC500 road trip to be the way to do it. You will not be disappointed with the scenery and perfection of this road trip. Live the fairytale by planning your stops and destinations beforehand. Know what is needed in your … Read more
Witty conversations, impeccable manners, fetching bonnets, accomplished women, and men who know their muslins – the world of Jane Austen is, of course, very different from the real Georgian England. Still, her prose was rooted in reality observed through sober eyes by an inquisitive and sharp mind. Her novels, which she named “her own darling … Read more
London is one of the most popular cities in the world for tourists, but it is a very expensive city to visit. You can easily reduce your vacation costs by visiting a few of the many free things to do in London! The best part of all these free activities in London is that … Read more
You know I’m just obsessed with exploring London’s historic sites. From the Tower of London to Westminster Abbey, the city has so many important places to explore! I asked Annisa Hasan, writes about exploring London, to share with us the best things to do in London for history lovers so you can get to exploring! … Read more
Looking to take a visit to Scotland and want to visit the beautiful World Heritage Sites while you’re here? Here’s an overview of the seven World Heritage Sites in Scotland plus the two tentative sites plus tips for visiting from a local. Can’t read now? Pin for later! Good to Know: This guide to the … Read more