Category: England

February 8, 2008

Bath – England

Filed under: Bath - England,Britain & Ireland,England - 08 Feb 2008

A visit to Bath is like a journey back in time to the elegance of the Georgian period.  This World Heritage Site, is set in stunning countryside, and is one of England’s most beautiful destinations.  Bath is a …

February 7, 2008

Radcliffe Camera – Oxford University – Oxford, England

Radcliffe Camera (camera meaning room in French), Oxford’s most distinctive building was constructed between 1737-1749 with funds bequeathed  by Dr. John Radcliffe, a physician.   The building was originally intended to house a new …

February 6, 2008

Oxford University's Sheldonian Theatre – Oxford, England

The Sheldonian Theatre was the first building designed by Christopher Wren between 1664 and 1669. It was funded by Gilbert Sheldon, Archbishop of Canterbury and Chancellor of the University….

February 5, 2008

Bridge of Sighs – Oxford, England

It’s so bizzare to see a “Bridge of Sighs” in Oxford, given the history behind the original version in Venice.  Who are the prisoners here and what are their lamentations and sighs about in Oxford?…

February 4, 2008

Ashmolean Museum – Oxford, England

If museums are your scene, a visit to the Ashmolean Museum is a must. Outside of London, Ashmolean is considered to be one of the best of British museums….

February 3, 2008

Oxford University – Oxford city, England

Oxford is world renowned for its prestigious and exclusive university, but you needn’t been a scholar to appreciate this beautiful city.  …

January 31, 2008

LHR – London Heathrow Airport Good News

Filed under: England,Travel Tips - 31 Jan 2008

London Heathrow Airport’s new Terminal 5 is due to open on March 27.  Trials are currently on the way to test the different processes in the terminals such as signage, check in, security, baggage systems and arrivals, and …

January 25, 2008

Exploring Cornwall and Devon, England

Filed under: Cornwall & Devon,England - 25 Jan 2008

If the weakness of the USD or any other currency is causing you anxiety about planning your next holiday, why not think of a …

January 14, 2008

New Eurostar terminal at St. Pancras, London

Filed under: England,Travel Tips - 14 Jan 2008

The historic St. Pancras station, on Euston Road is now home to the new and swish Eurostar terminal, just across from King’s Cross.  …

October 6, 2007

From Stonehenge to London

Filed under: Britain & Ireland,England - 06 Oct 2007

DAY 13 – Well, everyone made it back to the coach on time so thankfully no one got sacrificed at Stonehenge!  It was a race back …

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