Do you ever visit a city, but you don't have much time to research and explore its sights and history? You may just have one evening or morning to take a look around. Where do you start to understand the history and culture of the place? You don't have time for a guided tour and really just want to explore and have a few drinks. Well, this is the perfect guide for you. Together we will take a stroll around Manchester's compact city centre, taking...more
Situated in the South West of England, Devon is home to a number of stunning attractions to suit everyone's taste including family leisure parks, stunning coastal walks, picturesque seaside towns and villages and miles of golden sandy beaches offering a place to retreat and experience an array of water sports available.Along with its beaches and attractions, Devon offers a wide selection of accommodation including coastal guesthouses, family...more
Situated in the South West of England in the Mid Devon district, Tiverton is situated in between two rivers, the River Exe and the River Lowman. It is the perfect base to explore the beautiful county of Devon, with Exmoor National Park to the north and Dartmoor National Park to the south of the town. Surrounding areas include the larger towns of Cullompton and Crediton and the smaller picturesque rural villages such as Bampton and Rackenford which are both located on the edge of Exmoor. As a popular holiday destination, Mid Devon has a number of attractions available for all ages with an array of accommodation types including camping, caravanning, self-catering cottages and a variety of hotels in Devon.A Brief HistoryThe name of the town derived from 'Twy-ford-ton' which means the town of two fords - the River Exe and the River Lowman. Human occupation dates back to the Stone Age. An Iron Age hill fort, Cranmore, stands at the top of Exeter Hill above the town, and a Roman fort was discovered on the hillside below Knightshayes Court near Bolham, just to the north of the town.In the Middle Ages, Tiverton was the industrial hub of Devon, particularly in the wool and textile trade...more
So you are planning to tour Liguria. You have probably heard about the historic port of Genoa from which Christopher Columbus set out to visit "The New World". You may be familiar with the Italian Riviera, unashamed competitor to its French counterpart. Perhaps you have heard about Cinque Terre, five seaside villages that are a favorite with hikers...more
Why Devon?The glorious Devon countryside combined with the North Devon rugged coastline offers the perfect backdrop for your Devon conference. If you prefer more of a city vibe then Plymouth or Exeter have state of the art facilities ready to make any size of meeting a success. With a varied dramatic landscape, Devon has two national parks,...more
Situated on the beautiful North coast of Devon in the South West region of England, Lynmouth and Lynton offer a unique holiday experience. With the dramatic North coast on one side and the beautiful Exmoor National Park on the other, Lynmouth and Lynton offer a perfect holiday base to explore some of North Devon's delights. Popular with both families and couples alike, there is much to keep you occupied. Alongside beautiful beaches, rugged coastline and the stunning Exmoor National Park, there are also many nearby attractions and activities to experience. There are a number of places to stay in these two towns including guest houses and quaint characteristic North Devon hotels.It was the Victorians that made these beautiful twin towns holiday destinations, even naming Lynmouth as the 'Little Switzerland of England'. These areas also offered inspirations to famous poets such as Southney and Shelley.WalksValley of Rocks Dominating the valley of Lynton is the Castle Rock, where Exmoor meets the sea. There is a spectacular walk which starts and finishes at Lynton, the higher of the two towns. It passes the dramatic landscape of the Valley of Rocks, to the west of the town, giving...more
South Hams is a district on the south coast of Devon is a large area which covers 350 square miles and has 60 miles of coastline. The South Hams consists of six towns which include Totnes, Modbury, Dartmouth, Kingsbridge, Ivybridge and Salcombe.The...more
Kerala has been accredited as one of the ten paradises on Earth by National Geographic. The demography and the diversified cultural background of Kerala is an ideal blend for a holiday destination. Kerala tour packages usually comprise of visit to...more
So you are planning a trip to Latium, also called Lazio, whose capital is none other than Rome, the capital of Italy. A great Italian author once wrote, "Roma, non basta una vita," which translates as Rome, a single lifetime is not enough. This is...more
Finding the best price for a flight ticket can be a real challenge. It can also be a bit disappointing if you find that the person in the seat next to you has paid a lot less.By trying one or more of these suggestions, you could very well save some...more
Guangzhou is the largest and most flourishing industrial and foreign trade center in south China. It is also the host city for Canton Fair. Many tourists travel to Guangzhou to do business or transit to other Chinese cities. However, you can find...more
If you've ever stayed in a multi-person hostel dorm room, then you know how important good manners are. Having a bad hostel roommate can literally ruin part of your trip, causing you lack of sleep due to any number of environmental factors. Of...more