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Many fans of the hit show Downton Abbey will want to pay a visit to the great house itself called Highclere Castle. There are many options available to tour the house (which we covered before here). But you can also visit the house on your own but you have to plan far in advance. Because it's still very much a private home - and will also be … [Read more...]
Tickets went on sale last summer for The View From The Shard and it opens on 1 February 2013. As you would expect, I've had a preview already. What is The View from The Shard? This is the new premium visitor attraction at the pinnacle of The Shard, London’s newest landmark. It offers the highest vantage point from any building in Western Europe … [Read more...]
To get your holiday shoppgeneric cialis onlineing off right, we're offering up both our guidebooks, 101 London Travel Tips and 101 Budget Britain Travel Tips for one low price of $19.99 plus FREE SHIPPING! You'll save a ton buying both at the same time. Perfect for planning your next trip to the UK or the perfect gift for the Anglophile in your … [Read more...]
About this Episode: In this episode of Travels in Britain, we explore the stunning Georgian City of Bath, steeped in history and culture. Join us as we explore Bath Abbey, take a walk on the Bizarre Bath Tour, enjoy the Roman Baths, take a cruise on the River Avon, visit the Jane Austen Centre and much more. Useful Links: Bath Abbey Abbey … [Read more...]
Two small annoucements we wanted to let everyone know about today. We now offer FREE SHIPPING on all of our guidebooks for sale in the Anglotopia Store. That's right - when you order any of our guidebooks, you only pay for the book and we'll mail it to you for FREE (USA and Canada only). We've also gotten a lot of requests to combine our two … [Read more...]
When it comes to traveling with a toddler, the forethought and planning can exhaust you before you even book your tickets. Most people told us not to even bother traveling with our fifteen month old son and honestly, there were times during our travels when we agreed. However, as a whole, traveling with a toddler wasn't too bad once we got the hang … [Read more...]
This was post was written by Anne Marie Clarke from Across the Pond Vacations. I don’t know about you, but it seems like everywhere I go these days, people are requesting customization. Money doesn’t seem to pass hands without the customer requesting that their end product, be it a latte or a laptop, is customized specifically for them. I … [Read more...]
With the Summer Olympic Games right around the corner, the city of London is going to be a throng of activity and humanity. London is a beautifully historical city and well worth visiting, but during the 3-week period that the Olympics are taking place, you might want to explore some of the more idyllic regions in southern England if you value … [Read more...]
We wanted to let everyone know that today we've launched our latest guidebook called 101 London Travel Tips. It's the perfect sequel to our first guidebook 101 Budget Britain Travel Tips. Many people commented that there was a lack of London information in our previous book - that's because we were saving it all for the new book. 101 … [Read more...]
We've got another big announcement for today, we've written a guidebook! We know that Britain can be an expensive place to travel. After nearly 10 trips to Britain in the past decade, we've seen it all. That said, we've gathered quite a bit of knowledge over the past few years on how to travel on a Budget. We've taken than knowledge and … [Read more...]
The Camping and Caravanning Club will be offering several temporary event campsites during the summer of 2012. Some are just 10‐15 minutes from the Olympic village. Pitches ‐ costing from £30 per night – will accommodate up to four people. 1. Ideally located near to Ebbsfleet International Station and just ten minutes away from the … [Read more...]
British Airways is now offering discounted airfare to 10 European cities from all 20 British Airway’s U.S. cities and Puerto Rico. The special offer also includes two nights’ free hotel stay at select area hotels. Sample World Traveller economy roundtrip airfares begin at $448 between New York (JFK or Newark) and London. World Traveller … [Read more...]
Did you know that Air New Zealand flies to London from Los Angeles Airport (LAX)? I didn't either but they run a daily service from LAX to London Heathrow and to promote the route - they're offering a flash sale. I keyed in some sample trips to get a total price - they're advertising fares as low as $586 but that doesn't include taxes. I was … [Read more...]
This arrived in our inbox this morning and we thought it was definitely worth sharing for anyone considering renting a car on their next trip to the UK. Print it out and take it with you! Infographic by Confused.com - Compare cheap car insurance in minutes. … [Read more...]
Traveling is great; safe travel is best. Come back to the States with wonderful experiences, not problems. Here are some great tips to prepare. Safety Research: BEFORE leaving the States, research these important websites: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Toll-free 877-FIY-TRIP; Immunizations; health tips, etc. … [Read more...]
We normally avoid covering the negative aspect of things in Britain - but this is something we can't avoid. The recent riots in London have gotten bigger and out of hand and now pose a safety threat to tourists in London. It saddens us greatly to see a city we love so much in flames and descending into chaos. We're not going to talk about what's … [Read more...]
photo credit: gbrunett The Round Tower - which dominates the Windsor skyline - has re-opened to the public after a restoration. According to the Telegraph: Visitors to the landmark, which has dominated the Berkshire skyline for more than 800 years, will be able to walk up its 200 steps to the top of the structure. The doors of the … [Read more...]
photo credit: GabrielaP93 No, I’m not talking about the popular book series by Ann Brashares. I’m talking about women finding and packing the perfect wardrobe for their next trip to the British Isles! It’s a momentous decision: what you pack now will probably be your only choice for what to wear during your entire trip. After all, who … [Read more...]
Before you do any travelling, it’s a good idea to know a little about where you’re visiting. There are a number of luxury hotels in London and amazing tourist attractions to visit, here are some interesting facts and trivia about Great Britain. Great Britain is basically a large island, located northwest of continental Europe. It’s the ninth … [Read more...]
Devon is rightly famed as one of the most varied and fun tourist destinations in the UK – in fact, we’d confidently say the entire world. With great holiday park facilities and campsites all within a stone’s throw of world-class beaches, it’s also ideal for holidays with a bit of adventure thrown in. Here are some recommendations for … [Read more...]
Holidaying families of the world rejoice! There’s a way to side step the usual chaos that precedes the family holiday and instead enjoy an extra day of relaxation and fun together. It’s not magic - it’s simply a night, for the whole family, in an airport hotel. You check-in the night before you’re due to depart and relax until it’s time … [Read more...]
Being an island nation, Britain has a loving relationship with it's coastlines and for centuries people have flocked to them for a little rest and relaxation. All throughout Britain, many seaside piers were built - some are still popular, some have seen better days, some are ruined wrecks. Here is out list of all the coolest piers left in … [Read more...]
A couple of months ago, I visited London during the Royal Wedding week (yeah, I know, we didn't mention it in the least at the time, did we?) Since I got back I have been horribly remiss on writing about everything I did because I moved to a new city and took on two new jobs in the weeks surrounding the trip. But I can't let the opportunity pass to … [Read more...]
As everybody might know, the British drive on the left-hand side of the road. So if you happen to travel in the UK by your own and do not want to come home with some damages to you or your car, just follow the traditional security rule : don't panic, stay concentrated, do not drive too fast and do not drive if you don't feel confident … [Read more...]
If you're traveling to London, one of the best ways to make your trip easier is to buy an Oyster Card. For those that don't know, an Oyster Card is an electronic card that allows you to travel freely on the Tube without having to pay for tickets indivdually. Why bother with getting the card when you can just buy tickets at the station? Well, … [Read more...]
One of the biggest problems travelers have in Britain is staying connected while in London. London is a huge city, but free WiFi is sometimes very hard to find, and it's impractical to buy a cell phone while there unless you're going to make many trips. Tep Wireless is a great service that allows you to rent a phone while in London as well as … [Read more...]
50 years after The Beatles played at the Cavern, Liverpool has a thriving music scene, with many pubs and clubs in the city hosting live bands on a regular basis, from local talent to international superstars depending on which venue you visit. We’ve created a guide to the best places in town to see live bands in Liverpool, so read on and find … [Read more...]
Editor's Note: The following guest post ponders the common traveller's question - whether to choose a hotel or a holiday cottage rental? Everyone loves a little get away and an escape to a place far away from home. The standard package, usually involves finding a reasonable hotel with facilities for all of the family. However staying in a … [Read more...]
Editor's Note: This weekend is a Bank Holiday in the UK which means the UK is going to pack up and enjoy a nice summer 4 day weekend. Here are some ideas on what to do! Escape for Bank Holiday With Bank Holiday Weekend fast approaching many people will be getting away from it all, by having a mini break. If you do not want to spend too much money … [Read more...]
Americans love Britain. How could we not? Many of our ancestors came from there, they gave us our ideas of government and freedom. Despite the little skirmish a couple hundred years ago that led to our separation, our histories are still very intertwined with many attractions in Britain of special interest to Americans. So if you're looking for … [Read more...]
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Anglotopia was founded by Jonathan and Jackie Thomas in 2007 in a closet in Chicago. Anglotopia is for people who love Britain - whether it's British TV, Culture, History or Travel - we cover it all. Anglotopia is now our full time jobs and we spend our time working on the site and planning our yearly trips to Britain. Join us as we explore Britain and everything it has to offer!
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