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8 Alternative City Tours

Travel company Dharma has just launched a brand new Emily in Paris themed tour of the French capital, meaning that…

Marianne Dick
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International Talk Like a Pirate Day: Famous Shipwrecks and Where to Find Them

Shiver me timbers, International Talk Like a Pirate Day is fast approaching! International Talk Like a Pirate Day is an…

Imogen Hart
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7 Of The Most Remote Hotels On Earth

We usually book a holiday to get away from our everyday lives for a while and reset, however there are…

Marianne Dick

Weird and Wonderful Events From Across the UK

From Viking-inspired fire festivals to events that see competitors chucking themselves down a hill after a wheel of cheese, the…

Rosie Panter
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Where To Avoid The Crowds In London This August Bank Holiday

The much-anticipated August bank holiday brings with it major annual events such as the Notting Hill Carnival and All Points…

Marianne Dick

Five Quirky English Hotels That Won’t Break The Bank

Quirky stays have exploded in popularity with people going to stay in yurts, helicopters and hotels with unusual interiors. However,…

Rosie Panter
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Out-Of-This-World Spots That Are Rumoured To Have Been Built By Aliens

There are a number of ancient landmarks, statues and structures around the world that have been the focus of speculation…

Imogen Hart
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Which Greek God/Goddess Are You Based on Your Star Sign?

Learning about the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece is a fascinating part of Greek mythology. Keep reading if you’d…

Imogen Hart
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Five Iconic TV Filming Spots in the UK

A number of well-known and often iconic television programmes have been filmed in and around the UK. Superfans of these…

Imogen Hart
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Eight of The World’s Most Famous Hotels

There are hundreds of breathtaking hotels across the world, many of which have been featured in television programs and movies.…

Imogen Hart
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Myth or Magic? Five Obscure Hangover Cures to Try in Desperate Times 

Now that the Christmas season is upon us, it is safe to say that many of us will be doing…

Imogen Hart

The Top Five Most Haunted Locations in the UK to Visit this Halloween

Calling all dark tourists, thrillseekers, and paranormal enthusiasts! Are you interested in exploring some of the UK’s most haunted towns…

Imogen Hart
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Dog-Friendly Hotels For Your Next Staycation

If you survived lockdown without baking a banana bread, breaking up, or buying a dog, did it even happen? If…

Polly Johns
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The Filming Locations for Bond 25: No Time To Die

The long-awaited return of James Bond is finally here…18 months after its planned initial release. And while we say goodbye…

Polly Johns

Oscar-winning Film Locations Around The World

This year’s Oscars saw Nomadland win the most coveted award for best picture, and its director, Chloé Zhao, made history…

Marianne Dick
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The Great British Summer: The Best Bits To Look Forward To

We’ve all heard talk about the revival of the Great British summer for 2022 and while you may have been…

Polly Johns

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