Forum: England

I am very much interested in ancient historical sites in Cyprus. For me personally, the castle of St Hilarion leaves me feeling awe struck every time I visit. Hilirion was a hermit who lived in the castle and painted beautiful christian FRESCOES...

I will be traveling with a group of other teachers and students in a few weeks to England & Scotland. I am very confused about the electrical/voltage converters that you need in England. I plan on taking my laptop, iPod charger, hair dryer, and a...

Greetings! This is my first post. I am traveling from the US to Wales this summer. I'm thinking of arriving a few days early to see Cornwall before the tour starts. Any info you can share would be great. Is it an easy process to travel...

Has anyone used the early day-before baggage dropoff at LGW north? I'm thinking of using it next year if I book my British Airways flight, but not sure of details and if it saves any time. Standing in a long line the day before my flight leaves to...

I will be in england this july (4th-14th); I am a huge football fan but know that the premiership (and I believe all other pro divisions) are on hiatus from may-august. would love to see any level of football, but would be interested in...

I'll be travelling with a friend who has difficulty walking and climbing steps, but doesn't need a wheelchair. We're a bit worry about taking the Tube when travelling around London and taking coaches from the airport. Does anyone has...

Hey I am brand new to the site, but have done extensive travel abroad and I am beginning to write what I have learned on ehow. Here is a great article about how to hit the optimal amount of hot spots in London if you have a few hours to kill at...

Does anyone know of a car rental agency that rents 9 passenger vans from London, Gatwick? Have six people but also lots of luggage.

Just a thought - how many of you actually spend your day visiting museums? (When in a foreign country or even in the country you live in....)

Hey all just came back from London and I would definitely recommend it as a holiday destination or a weekend get-away if you are based in the UK. Also something that stood out whilst i was there..lat monday i went to this new exhibition called Super...

Hello there! I am so excited about my trip to London next month. This is actually my first time to travel outside my home country. The company where I am currently working will be sending me and 3 other people from the other departments to London...

In my opinion if anyone visits London and wishes to walk in the nature here some very interesting walking routes: kew: 2-3 hrs walk Richmond park: 2-3 hrs Wanstead park: 2-3 hrs South Bank: 1-2 hrs Westminster: 2-4 hrs Holborn: 2-3 hrs...

I'm planning a trip to England with friends in April. We are senior citizens and interested in trip insurance. I especially would like to find some that will refund if Americans are advised by the state dept. not to travel. We are uneasy about...

Who needs Chamonix when London's got the O2? Enjoy a white Christmas at The Slopes, two new indoor artificial ski slopes at the North Greenwich venue, complete with snow-covered trees and a mountain chalet. The Slopes are open from late November to...

Going to London in late March for the first time and wanted advice on where to stay and where to party? Wanting to stay close (maybe walking distance) to the bars/night life but not too touristy of an area? Our goal is more to hang out with the...

Hello, I am travelling to London on business for 7 days in April and have never been. Any suggestions for nice hotels and sightseeing would be appreciated. Thank you.

Whether you live, work or are just visiting London here's something you'll really need to know to give those little ones a magical day to remember! Santa's grotto's in London Santa at Selfridges - 22 Nov-24 Dec Price: £2 if booked in advance;...

I'm planning a trip to England for my husband and I in April. I would like to spend the first 3 nights in London followed by a road trip up to Edinburgh with the last one or two nights back in london. We have 9 nights. Is this crazy or possible....

London’s largest free winter festival runs from December 12-21 and aims to recreate the atmosphere of medieval fairs on the Thames. Held on the banks of the river between Southwark and Blackfriars, you can watch husky dog sledding, visit over 70...

The London Eye is offering a range of festive treats on their flights in December with mulled wine and mince pies or Winter Pimms and Chocolate Truffles. There is also a new Vinopolis Champagne Tasting Capsule where you can be guided through five...

We just got back from two weeks in Cumbria and the Lake District - it must be the most picturesque part of England. We decided to stay in a self-catering cottage outside the National Park and didn't regret it. We were so lucky. It was a converted...

My advice is to try and visit as many of the free attractions as you can, such as Tate Modern, Science Museum, Changing the Guard and Westminster Abbey. There’s lots of things happening all year round in London's South bank; free events,...