Deciding When and Where to Go in Ireland
Would you rather gaze at the rainbows that show up during the spring in Ireland, or enjoy the solitude of the countryside during the winter? Do you want to experience Galway's Arts Festival in July, or [more…]
Visiting England: The Best Places to Go
Of course, you want to know which regions of England to visit during your trip — and to find the best cities, towns, castles, cathedrals, gardens, and countryside that England has to offer. Note that England [more…]
When to Travel to England
How do you decide what time of year to travel to England? When are the busiest tourist seasons? What is the weather in England really like? Read on. [more…]
Great English Writers and the Places They Lived
For most of us, some of our earliest "memories" of England came from literature. If you're literary minded, you can track down several places in England associated with your favorite British authors. Even [more…]
London's Most Historic Pubs
Public houses, better known as pubs, have been a way of life in London and throughout the United Kingdom for centuries — the city has hundreds of them. Not all these pubs are old, of course, and not all [more…]
Touring Scotland's Great Highlands
Scotland has no shortage of things to see, and most regions have their own unique attractions. But among the best is the wild terrain of the Highlands. Why not try to get all the way to the top of Scotland [more…]
Scotland's Best Golf Courses
Okay, maybe it would be unfair to say definitively that the golf courses listed here are the ten best in Scotland. The country just has too many great courses. You would need to golf every day for nearly [more…]
Walking Tours of London
What could be more fun than just wandering around London's streets? Try it. Pick a neighborhood — Soho, Chelsea, The West End, Piccadilly Circus, Notting Hill [more…]
Scotland's Best Natural Attractions
Yes, Scotland has a pair of vibrant cities, loads of historic monuments, numerous castles, and gobs of golf courses. But the country is also home to some of the prettiest countryside you could ever imagine [more…]
London's Best Museums
If you're a dedicated museum maven, London's selection will keep you going for days, weeks, months, even years. London is loaded with every conceivable kind of treasure from all over the world. And, amazingly [more…]
The Best Places to Soak Up London's History
The great historic landmarks in London never fail to stir the imagination: They've been witness to glorious triumphs and bloody tragedies — and it's almost impossible to remain unmoved when visiting them [more…]
British Cuisine: Traditional and Modern Dining
Restaurants in London and the rest of England serve everything from imaginative nouveau and continental cuisine to traditional British standards, like shepherd's pie. Breakfast is usually a big meal in [more…]
Dining in Scotland: Not Just Haggis or Haddock
For years, Scottish food was known for boiled meats, organ dishes, and watery, overcooked vegetables. But recently, independent restaurants have displayed significant improvements in Scotland's dining [more…]
Striking a Pose: Famous London Statues
Unlike pigeons, people don’t really pay too much attention to statues of public figures anymore. The whole idea of casting a bronze of an important public figure just doesn’t fit with the modern worldview [more…]
A Glossary of English Food Terms
When you’re in London, you speak English. American English is perfectly fine, of course. Like a major credit card, it’s accepted everywhere. But you may come across a few unfamiliar terms, particularly [more…]
Minding Your Teas and Queues
British English differs a bit from the English spoken in the New World. You may encounter the following “foreign” words and phrases, which are listed with their American English translations: [more…]
London For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Visiting several of London’s famous bronze figures allows you to learn about the city’s history and to sample some of London’s famous parks and neighborhoods. Whether you’re a first-time visitor familiarizing [more…]
Ireland's Ring of Kerry
This map highlights the famous “Ring of Kerry,” a scenic route around the Iveragh Peninsula in southwestern Ireland. No doubt you’ve heard of it — and so has everyone else, which means the route can be [more…]
Learning the Lingo: “Irish English”
English spoken in Ireland differs a bit from the English spoken in other parts of the world. Throw in some Gaelic words and you may encounter more of a language barrier than you were expecting. This helpful [more…]
Ireland Mileage Guide
Renting a car and driving yourself around is an easy and enjoyable way to get out and explore the Irish countryside. Use this mileage chart to help plan your itinerary during your visit to Ireland. [more…]
Ireland For Dummies Cheat Sheet
The drive around Ireland’s Iveragh Peninsula, commonly called the Ring of Kerry, is one of the most popular scenic drives in Ireland, and for good reason. This Cheat Sheet features a map that will help [more…]
Scotland Budget Worksheet
Scotland is not the cheapest European destination, but it’s not the most expensive place to visit, either. With some advance planning, you can visit Scotland without breaking the bank. To help you do that [more…]
Edinburgh and Glasgow Orientation Maps
Before setting out to explore the winding lanes and narrow alleys of Edinburgh and Glasgow, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the rough layout of the various Scottish neighborhoods you plan [more…]
Scotland For Dummies Cheat Sheet
A bit of advance planning can prevent your dream trip to Scotland from becoming a nightmare. To navigate Scotland’s two major cities, check out these orientation maps of Edinburgh and Glasgow. And to keep [more…]
