A Historian’s Haven: London
A wise person once said that one cannot fully understand the present until one understands the past – and never has a truer word been spoken. To fully comprehend the world in which we live in, it is important to know where we were and how we got here. It is only when studying the development of society that we can understand society itself. It is for this reason that London, the capital city of England, is such an enduringly popular tourist destination. When searching for historical knowledge, the hundreds of years of past are wrapped within the walls of this ...
Dublin: The Fairest of Them All?
Once upon a time, Dublin was the hub of the Irish Republican Army and their struggle to free themselves from the clutches of the British. It was the rallying point for the likes of Podraig Pearse and Eamon De Valera, the capital of Ireland and the scene of some of the most disturbing struggles for freedom in the history of the world. Now, it is a city where drunken stockbrokers go for a stag weekend and the “craic”. The image of Dublin as, essentially, party central is not incorrect. There is no doubt that the capital of the Republic of Ireland ...
Enjoy A Scottish Fling in Edinburgh
It is unlikely that, when planning a holiday or even a city break, the nation of Scotland springs to mind. There is an unfortunate association with Scotland and bad weather, and while Scotland does get the worst of the UK weather systems it is nevertheless a charming place to visit. During the summer months in particular, the weather can be just as pleasant as in the south of the union. Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, is not known as a destination for a city break – but it should be. The things that attract people to city breaks in cities ...
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A Historian’s Haven: London
A wise person once said that one cannot fully understand the present until one understands the past – and never has a truer word been spoken. To fully comprehend the world in which we live in, it is important to know where we were and how we got here. It is only when studying the development of society that we can understand society itself. It... [Read more of this article]
Dublin: The Fairest of Them All?
Once upon a time, Dublin was the hub of the Irish Republican Army and their struggle to free themselves from the clutches of the British. It was the rallying point for the likes of Podraig Pearse and Eamon De Valera, the capital of Ireland and the scene of some of the most disturbing struggles for freedom in the history of the world. Now, it is a city... [Read more of this article]
The Package Holidayers Delight: The Algarve
The Algarve is a region of Portugal, famed for its tourist scene and the local fishing. The region is renowned for its sardines; they are a local delicacy, and available to be enjoyed almost fresh from the ocean. A popular tourist pastime in the Algarve is to sail out with a fishing ship and catch their fish, then take it to one of the numerous dockside... [Read more of this article]
Step Into A Different Time On The Norfolk Broads
The Norfolk Broads is an area of the county of the same name. It is mostly an interconnected area of rivers and waterways set among grassy lands. The area is renowned for its scenery and its laid back style of life, which harks back to a time that has long been forgotten. The most popular way to navigate the Norfolk Broads is by narrow boat. These long,... [Read more of this article]
Enjoy A Scottish Fling in Edinburgh
It is unlikely that, when planning a holiday or even a city break, the nation of Scotland springs to mind. There is an unfortunate association with Scotland and bad weather, and while Scotland does get the worst of the UK weather systems it is nevertheless a charming place to visit. During the summer months in particular, the weather can be just as... [Read more of this article]
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