The picturesque county of East Sussex lies on England’s south coast. It has an extensive coastline that takes in the popular seaside resorts of Brighton, Eastbourne, and Hastings. Among East Sussex’s most notable coastal landmarks are the striking chalk cliffs of Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters. Bordered by West Sussex, Surrey and Kent, and…
This post contains affiliate links Located in the heart of London, Waterloo station is one of the busiest transport hubs in the capital. It is also the terminus for trains coming in from the south west of the country. With trains, buses and taxis all coming and going, it can be easy to overlook the…
Bern, the capital of Switzerland and a designated UNESCO World Heritage site, is a city with a rich history and a perfect place to visit for a short trip. It is home to excellent museums and some interesting attractions, including the Einstein Museum, the Rosengarten, and the Bear Park. My recent post highlights some of the…
2 days in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, is just enough time to get a feel for this captivating city. With its imperial architectural splendour, it is a city that harks back to a bygone age. Its elegant, tree-lined avenues and narrow cobbled side streets look almost as they did after the historic centre was rebuilt following…
Bern, the capital of Switzerland, is a city with a rich history. Situated in the centre of the western part of the country, it is an excellent base for exploring all that Switzerland has to offer. The city is home to various museums and attractions, including the Einstein Museum, the Rosengarten, and the Bear Park….
For the fifth smallest country in Europe, there is a remarkably large number of things to do in Malta. It is an island rich in culture and history, a place with endless opportunities for sightseeing, and where you can explore beautiful beaches, go island hopping and sample some excellent food. It’s a perfect choice for…
Richmond Park is the largest of the eight Royal Parks of London. Covering an area of 2,500 acres, it is home to a large deer population, as well as ancient trees and other wildlife. It’s a fantastic spot for an outing and one of London’s many free activities. There are walking paths, bike tracks, ponds,…
If you’re looking for a day trip from London that has it all, look no further than Brighton. With its beachfront location on the south coast of England, its vibrant city centre and its abundance of sights and activities, Brighton is the perfect place to spend a day. There’s certainly no shortage of things to…
Battersea Park is only a few kilometres south of Hyde Park Corner, making it an ideal attraction for anyone visiting central London and looking for a very different green space experience right next to the banks of the River Thames. There are lots of things to do in Battersea Park, so it’s definitely one to put…
Tower Bridge is one of the most well-known landmarks in London. Images of it appear in most articles about the top things to see in the UK’s capital city. However, if you’re planning to visit Tower Bridge, it’s worth making a day of it and including other sights on your itinerary: there are plenty of…