There is no better way to see Germany than with a a drive along the Romantic Road (Romantische Straße). This picturesque route takes you through the forests, mountains, and small storybook towns of Bavaria. While the Romantic Road in Germany can be driven in a day, we suggest you take your time so that you...
How to Spend a Day in Salisbury
If you are visiting London and making the trip out to Stonehenge, you should also go a few more miles and visit Salisbury. Here you will find Old Sarum, once home to a medieval castle, and Salisbury Cathedral, which has the tallest Spire in England and houses the best surviving copy of the Magna...
Historical Sites Outside London (Stonehenge & Avebury)
If you are visiting London, you really should take a day to explore some of the ancient sites nearby. One of the best-known prehistoric monuments in Europe is Stonehenge. It is located in Wiltshire, about 90 miles west of Central London. While in the area, you should drive a few more miles and also...
Top Things to Do in York (Weekend Itinerary)
With a rich history that dates back to the Mesolithic period, the city of York has a ton of wonderful historical attractions that will make you see that it is far more than just another city in England. Some of the things to do in York involve seeing what life was life during the time...
How to Spend Your Day in Jedburgh
Jedburgh is a charming small town in Scotland that sits just 10 miles outside of the English border. With hilly, cobblestone streets and a beautiful countryside, this town is rich with history. While many choose to just drive through on their way from England to Edinburgh, Jedburgh is somewhere you certainly should stop and spend...
How to Spend a Weekend in Asheville North Carolina
Nestled along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, North Carolina is the perfect destination for those who are looking for a getaway weekend. Known across the Southeast as a top tourist destination, there is plenty to keep you busy. You can easily spend a weekend in Asheville communing in nature, shopping eclectic stores in the...
How to Spend One Day in Windsor England
If you are planning a trip to London, you should take time to spend at least one day in Windsor. The highlight of your trip there will be Windsor Castle, the favorite weekend home of the Queen. Depending on how much time you have, you will probably be able to do more than just...
What You’ll See at Bolsover Castle, an English Heritage Site
Within a two hour drive of Manchester sits Bolsover Castle. Bolsover Castle is in Derbyshire and has a rich history that dates all the way back to the 1100’s. Originally built in the 12th century by William Peveril (former knight of William the Conqueror), it acquired the name “Little Castle” when the Cavendish family...
Things You Can See in Rome in a Day
When planning a trip to Italy, one stop on everyone’s list is Rome. It is filled with ancient architecture, historic monuments, religious sites and many museums. You could easily spend a week in Rome and still not see EVERYTHING. Unfortunately, not everyone has that much time to spend in one city. Whether you...
Little Train Sightseeing Tour in Nice, France
One of my favorite ways to see a city when my time is limited is through a tour. While many larger cities have Big Bus tours, smaller cities tend to have other options like horse & carriage rides, river cruises, or train tours. When we only had one day on the French Riviera, we...