Scottish Parliament
The Scottish Parliament is one of Edinburgh’s most striking structures, but it is also very different to most of the city’s others which are historic, traditional looking buildings. As such, the architecture of the Parliament has been a talking point … Continue readingScottish Parliament
Peterskirche Tower, Munich
Peterskirche in Munich, also known as Alter Peter, is slap bang in the city centre and it opens its tower to tourists. The view from the tower is terrific, and is probably the best option for seeing Munich’s skyline, but … Continue readingPeterskirche Tower, Munich
Van Gogh Museum
he Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam Holland contains more than 200 Van Gogh’s spread over two buildings. If you like his paintings, you’ll very much enjoy a trip here but think carefully about when to go. It’s best to pick a quiet time because … Continue readingVan Gogh Museum
Grand Palace, Bangkok
The Grand Palace in Bangkok is the former home of the King of Thailand, who now lives at Chitralada Palace. The Palace was used for hundreds of years as the main royal home until 1925 and it is the big highlight of most city breaks to Bangkok. It’s … Continue readingGrand Palace, Bangkok
Burg Square, Bruges
The Burg Square is near to the Market Place in Bruges and is a smaller, but in our view prettier square. This area is the administrative centre of Bruges and is surrounded by more beautiful buildings and the tourist information centre is here too. Significant buildings in … Continue readingBurg Square, Bruges
The Amsterdam VOC Replica Ship
The Amsterdam VOC is a replica of a three-masted sailing ship which lasted only a year after its launch in 1748 for the Dutch East India company (VOC). It was destroyed in a violent storm off the coast of the … Continue readingThe Amsterdam VOC Replica Ship
Free Walking Tours Of Bath
Free Walking Tours take place in Bath daily. They are roughly 2 hours long and they’re organised by the Mayor of Bath’s office. You don’t need to book, just check out the tour times at the sign board outside the Roman Baths … Continue readingFree Walking Tours Of Bath
Charlecote Park
Charlecote Park is an attractive stately home located between Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick. It’s run by the National Trust, but in its past it was a family home that was once visited by Elizabeth the 1st . The owners built a … Continue readingCharlecote Park
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is absolutely huge and dominates a large area of central London. You’ll find it at the Marble Arch end of Oxford Street and it continues all the way to Kensington Gardens covering an area of 350 acres. The Royal park is visited by millions of … Continue readingHyde Park
Pulteney Bridge
Pulteney Bridge in the English city of Bath is one of the world’s most beautiful bridges and is likened frequently to the much larger Ponte Vecchio in Florence. The bridge was built to connect central Bath to the other side of the River Avon in a style that fitted its … Continue readingPulteney Bridge