UK Travel – The Travel Masters

October 1, 2018October 2, 2018

London’s abandoned and secret subway stations

The metro stations have always captivated photographers, architects and tourists. They do the overwhelming current buildings and also the oldest, abandoned, mysterious.

The London Underground has 155 years of history. Its official opening was on January 10, 1863. Since then many stations have stopped being used, some demolished, although at least forty remain intact, as they were. These facilities are usually outside the reach of the public, although guided tours are organized from time to time. Continue reading “London’s abandoned and secret subway stations”

May 8, 2018May 14, 2018

Different road trips across UK

Road trips across the mesmerizing landscapes, winding roads, lush green valleys are a great ideal to spend some time with your loved ones. Before going for a road trip across UK one needs to ascertain whether the car you choose is ideal for the road trip. There are certain road trip essentials that one needs to take before heading towards a road trip.

Snacks, plenty of water, mobile phone, map, car charger are some of the essentials items needed for the road trip. It is very important for one to get the right type of tyre based on where you are heading for a road trip. Not all tyres are suitable for every kind of terrain. A guide to the type of tyre you need depending on your road, weather condition are as follows: Continue reading “Different road trips across UK”

August 18, 2016September 2, 2016

London: Visit the magical world of Harry Potter

The Harry Potter stories are one of those rare alchemy that occur only once in many years: human and complex characters, exciting events, a plot that is a continuous discovery and at the same time a journey into an unknown world, that of magic. Thanks to all these elements of JK Rowling’s books have managed to win over many generations, charming young but also adults.

Much has been said and told of the magical world created by the imagination of British author; also near London is a must for all those who regret of being Muggle born. It is the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, entirely dedicated to the world of Harry Potter. Continue reading “London: Visit the magical world of Harry Potter”

December 20, 2015December 28, 2015

The panoramic view of Edinburgh from Calton Hill

The second most visited city in Britain after London, Edinburgh is located on several hills that offer breathtaking views of the landscape. And so it is not by accident that you can take good photos like this, built next to the monument to Dugald Stewart on Calton Hill.

The top of Calton Hill offers pleasant views of the city, and among them you can see Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle. The hill, which is located in the center of Edinburgh in Scotland, it is home to a busy public park. Continue reading “The panoramic view of Edinburgh from Calton Hill”

October 28, 2015November 24, 2015

The Roman baths in Bath, England

In the city of Bath in the United Kingdom, is a fascinating tourist destination: The Roman baths.

In the city then called Aquae Sulis, the baths are still in perfect working order thanks to the water that comes from the Mendip hills near Bath. The water during its underground route heats up and then flows out pleasantly warm.

The complex formerly included a temple dedicated to the ancient Celtic goddess of water and the Roman goddess Minerva. Abandoned with the exodus of the Roman legions from Britain, it was abandoned for many centuries and put back together in 1755, when the dandy Beau Nash turned it into an elegant meeting point of the London aristocracy. The source is housed today in a 19th-century neoclassical style; the result of pencil of John Wood the Elder and his son John Wood the Younger. Continue reading “The Roman baths in Bath, England”

March 29, 2015August 26, 2015

Wistman’s Wood, enchanted forest in southern England

Wistman’s Wood area is small and remote ancient forests in the region of Dartmoor, in southern England. It is a leafy forest and wetland, the last survivor of a large wooded area covering the South of the country thousands of years ago. A jewel of ancient oaks and beautiful birds that make you dream. If there are goblins, fairies and elves is no doubt that living in this forest!

Trees of Wistman’s Wood are very old and their trunks twisted because of the weather. Their branches and wind are tied creating fantastic shapes. A ground layer of moss is very often and breathes the wonderful smell of damp earth, while our ears are filled with mysterious sounds. This is the adventure living who goes into this forest. Continue reading “Wistman’s Wood, enchanted forest in southern England”

March 13, 2015May 10, 2021

How to get to London from Heathrow

The most important airport in Britain is Heathrow airport, as well as being the third busiest in the world. It has five terminals and it might seem difficult to be able to get to London starting from Heathrow, which is why today we’re going to see how to reach London from Heathrow using the subway, buses, shuttles, taxis, train or car rental. To control the situation, remember to periodically check the official site of Heathrow Airport.

To get to London from Heathrow you can choose to use the subway. It ‘an economical and fast and enables you to easily reach the center of the city.

All five terminals of Heathrow have a metro stop: remember that there will be a ticket office at each stop over where to get tickets as well as a subway map. In central London there are lots of metro stations, also close to each other.

If you plan to use a lot of public transport in London, you should do the ‘Oyster Card’: you can use it for metro, train, bus and tram. Keep eye that the London Underground is not open 24 hours on 24, while the frequency of passage is about ten minutes. Continue reading “How to get to London from Heathrow”

November 9, 2014February 2, 2015

5 secret locations to explore tourism in Britain

There are some travel destinations virtually unknown to the great mass of travelers, almost snubbed, which almost deserve a visit. And today we’re going just to see some of these secret trip destinations in the UK, places and locations not emblazoned, considered almost secret places for a few followers, who instead have good potential as to the British tourism. Because England is not made only of Stonehenge and Westminster Abbey, there is much more to go see.

The secret places in Britain to discover
It starts with one six most famous sites of military history, that of the Battle of Hastings of 1066. In its surroundings, in addition to the site of the battle, it is an Abbey of the 11th century and the city Battle, surrounded by typical meadows of East Sussex. It is a place of incredible natural beauty, yet no one considers it as a potential destination trip. Everyone knows the Battle of Hastings, but also among the English are few who make the trip to go and see the place where it all happened. Continue reading “5 secret locations to explore tourism in Britain”

September 16, 2014December 9, 2014

Poppies at the Tower of London to remember the Great War

This is not a photo-montage, but a real artistic installation created by Paul Cummins, entitled “Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red”.

888,246 ceramic poppies which filled the moat of the Tower of London, until you arrive on the walls; one for each of the Allied soldiers who died during the conflict. From now on each of these ceramic poppies is on sale at 25 pounds, 450,000 have already been sold by reservation. Continue reading “Poppies at the Tower of London to remember the Great War”

July 16, 2014September 25, 2014

Selfridges in Oxford Street, alternative to Harrods in London

We do not want to do shopping from Harrods. And maybe we are willing to pay more for higher quality than what we could buy from Primark? Just keep walking on Oxford Street and go to Selfridges, the second largest retail chain in Britain, the real alternative to Harrods.

There are not a few who consider Selfridges like a playground for adults. It starts with the idea of a trip to see the new outfits, new items, always ready to understand the innovations that come from the most innovative stores, and we always end up buying something. In fact, the real challenge is to resist the temptation to go shopping! Continue reading “Selfridges in Oxford Street, alternative to Harrods in London”