A London rock music tour is the perfect way of visiting the legendary sites of so much rock and roll royalty over the decades. Fun and great memories. I have always thought I grew up at a perfect time to enjoy rock and roll at its peak. Yes, I was a child of the sixties and a teenager of the seventies. And, for a 10-year period between about 1965 and 1975, British rock dominated the airwaves. I could bang on … Read More
London food tours are a great way to unlock secret Soho bars and food, including the best gin tasting experience in London. London is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations but British food doesn’t always have the best reputation in the world when it comes to cuisine. But the times they are changing and I’m here to tell you the food in London is as good and eclectic as anywhere. Discovering London’s food visiting Soho bars and food … Read More
Take a food tour of the Brick Lane curry houses to learn about Indian street Food and find great Indian restaurants in London. Take a food tour of the Brick Lane curry houses to learn about Indian street food and find great Indian restaurants in London. London, and the UK in general, have a long history of Indian cuisine, especially fantastic curry. Whenever we have the chance we are always on the lookout for the best Indian restaurant Brick Lane, … Read More
Taking circular walks in the Lake District is a great way to introduce yourself to some fine Lake District views. And pub walks add another dimension! We have long been keen hikers and always look for opportunities to walk wherever we travel. But with most of our hiking having been in Australia and the US, more recently we have really come to appreciate the British (and European) walking culture. What exactly does that mean? In Australia and the US, you … Read More
Heading to Edinburgh for the first time? Or maybe even a second visit, and not sure what to do? Here’s a list of our favorite things to do in Edinburgh and recommendations of the best things to do in Edinburgh for a first-time visitor. The list includes some great free tours in Edinburgh, some of our favorite coffee shops, restaurants and bars, opportunities to learn about the history and culture, Scottish whisky and some wonderful things to do if the … Read More
How to Visit the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness from Edinburgh in a Day-a review of a day tour from Edinburgh visiting the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness with Highland Explorer Tours. A trip to the Scottish Highlands, the place of myths, legends, heroic figures and stunning scenery should be a part of any visit to Scotland. Most tourists head to Edinburgh, which is in a region Scots refer to as the lowlands. It is easy however easy to get … Read More