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Weekend Getaway: Bath Christmas Market
As I continue the series of Christmas-related posts on what to see and do in London during the festive season, today I wanted to talk about Bath Christmas market. Bath (or more accurately Bath Spa) is a small but very beautiful and cosy town in Somerset and a UNESCO Heritage site, just 1.5 hour away from London. It’s very popular among the Brits and visitors, thanks to its renowned Roman baths, beautiful Georgian architecture, nearby world attractions such as iconic Stonehenge and great options for shopping, entertainment and eating out. I have been to Bath few times, but this trip was special as I ventured out to see Bath Christmas market.…
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London Gems: Fortnum & Mason Afternoon Tea
There are things you can do in London that are very similar to other major tourist destinations, like shopping, sightseeing or checking out latest trendy bar or restaurant. And there are experiences that are very specific to Britain and afternoon tea is one of them. You probably already know that tea is a big part of British culture and should not be treated lightly! Just Google ‘aftenoon tea London’ and you will end up with over 3 million search results! Personally, I am a huge fan of the afternoon tea. There is something very refined and classy about the etiquette of the British afternoon tea: from serving exotic tea blends in exquisite tea…
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Weekend Getaway: Windsor, UK
This week my husband and I were celebrating our first wedding anniversary and when we thought of the best place for a quick getaway, Windsor came at the top of our list. Located just an hour away from London, it’s a perfect destination for a weekend break. Windsor is a top tourist attraction thanks to the Windsor Castle and it’s cosy and compact town center that is easy to cover in a short period of time. But our mission was to relax and celebrate our special occasion. Things to do Shopping After checking into the hotel, we dropped off our bags and decided to venture out and take a walk around…
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Weekend Getaway: The Cotswolds, UK
When it comes to travel, I usually go for foreign destinations that promise sun and warm weather compared to grey and rainy UK. However, with sun shining this August, my hubby and I decided to be more spontaneous and visit English countryside famous for its perfectly groomed pastures, idyllic small villages and beautiful winding country roads. So with the keys to the rental car in hands, we set off on a weekend adventure to the Cotswolds, one of the most beautiful parts of England. Located just a couple of hours away from London, Cotswolds is perfect for a short break. Knowing that there is much to see in short time, we decided to pick…
