Category: England/UK

London Nightlife Goes Retro With Swinging Blitz Parties

London Nightlife Goes Retro With Swinging Blitz Parties

The 1930s and 1940s might seem like an unlikely era to emulate when it comes to partying, but the combination of swing music, kitsch Union Jack-bedecked decor and the chance to dress up in polka dots, stockings and pin-up icon make-up provide a hip escape from the monotony of daily life and drum and bass music! From cabaret bars to big band dances and interactive cinema, here’s a brief introduction to the retro revival evoking the romantic spirit of Blitz-era London.

January 27, 2012 | 0 Comments More
8 Rockin’ Hostels That Treat You Like Family On Christmas & New Years Eve

8 Rockin’ Hostels That Treat You Like Family On Christmas & New Years Eve

Make the most of your end-of-year holidays and spend Christmas and New Year’s Eve abroad. As well as the big city celebrations around the world, some hostels have also arranged parties on-site to create a friendly and festive atmosphere. Party where you’re sleeping and there will be no expensive taxis home or late night waits for the bus.

December 16, 2011 | 0 Comments More
5 Must-Do Sightseeing Activities in Edinburgh Scotland

5 Must-Do Sightseeing Activities in Edinburgh Scotland

Anyone who thinks of Edinburgh is likely to first associate it with the regular and fantastic festivals, which the city does a great job of organizing and hosting each year. For many people this is the only reason to visit the city, but there is a lot more to Edinburgh and many reasons to seek [...]

December 5, 2011 | 0 Comments More
Dazzling London Theatre Performances At Christmas Time

Dazzling London Theatre Performances At Christmas Time

Winter is the perfect time to visit the ‘big smoke’ with the numerous shopping streets selling everything from sweaters to mulled wine, and for its historic and infamous Theatreland. The options of shows are boundless, with classic musicals such as Wicked, Billy Elliot and The Phantom of the Opera being permanent fixtures in the city, as well as long-lasting plays like Mousetrap and The Woman In Black. If you are looking to see a show that is directly geared towards Christmas, however, then here are some to check out.

November 28, 2011 | 0 Comments More
Air France Discounts Paris and Rome This Winter

Air France Discounts Paris and Rome This Winter

A round-trip airfare from the east coast to Paris this winter averages between $650-$750. But with an Air France Holidays you can fly to Paris, stay 3 nights, then fly on to Rome for another 3 nights, and return home all for $999! Imagine strolling the boulevards in the city of light plus roaming through ancient architecture in the eternal city for under a thousand dollars.

November 20, 2011 | 0 Comments More
Three Major Airlines Put Europe On Sale

Three Major Airlines Put Europe On Sale

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of their joint transatlantic partnership, British Airways, American Airlines and Iberia Airlines have launched a terrific winter sale. British Airways is quoting fares as low as $86* round-trip from New York (and major east coast airports) to London.

November 2, 2011 More
Old Head GC, Kinsale

Golfing in Ireland and Scotland Has Never Been Easier or More Affordable

Most golf enthusiasts have one common day-dream, to play golf once in their lifetime on legendary courses in Ireland and Scotland.  Perhaps nowhere else on earth is the love of  golf more prevalent than in the British Isles where the game of golf was invented.  Long-time provider of affordable travel to Ireland and Scotland, Sceptre [...]

October 20, 2011 | 0 Comments More
12 Fascinating Sites To Visit In York, England

12 Fascinating Sites To Visit In York, England

In the city of York, with its colourful and fascinating history and wealth of attractions, it can be difficult to know what to visit first. A good place for art lovers to begin exploring York, is Tower Street, where both established and promising artists exhibit their work every six weeks.

July 21, 2011 | 0 Comments More
Cheap Hotels In Europe Are Even More Affordable This Summer

Cheap Hotels In Europe Are Even More Affordable This Summer

One of our favorite sites for finding cheap hotels in Europe (and in fact all over the world) Hostel Bookers.com, has just launched a summer sale featuring discounts of 20-40% off their already great rates. HostelBookers.com has an abundant list one and two star hotels as well as hostel accommodations across the globe. For the remainder of the summer they ave discounted their rates in 25 top destinations including Barcelona, Lisbon, Rome, Rio and Sydney.

July 16, 2011 | 0 Comments More
Amsterdam Beer Bike

5 Outragous Destinations for a Stag (Bachelor Party) Weekend

If you’re planning a stag weekend (a.k.a bachelor party), you want it to be a once in a lifetime experience. Don’t bother following the crowd and visiting the same destinations, hitting up the same bars and beaches as all your friends have. You only get married once–so make your stag weekend unforgettable!

July 6, 2011 | 0 Comments More