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Daniel Bates
5 days ago7 min read
Oban, the gateway to Na h-Eileanan an Iar, the Western Isles of Scotland
A beautiful town located on the Western coast of Scotland, Oban is a town with much to do before going on a boat to the Western Isles.
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Daniel Bates
Jan 198 min read
Day trips from London - the site of the Battle of Hastings
A great historic day trip from London has to be the site of the Battle of Hastings, the only place where the French beat the English in 1066
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Daniel Bates
Jan 135 min read
The ruins and chaotic history of Inverlochy Castle
Located between Fort William and Ben Nevis in Scotland is the well preserved ruins of Inverlochy Castle which are worth checking out.
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Daniel Bates
Jan 36 min read
Alnwick Castle: top movie location in Northumberland
Alnwick Castle in beautiful Northumberland, England was used for many filming locations such as Harry Potter. Check out my findings here.
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Daniel Bates
Dec 22, 202411 min read
Seeing Santa Claus in Lapland with Santa Claus Trips
Our experience of seeing Santa Claus in Lapland, Finland with a package tour I booked up with Santa Claus Trips in the UK.
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Daniel Bates
Dec 19, 20249 min read
Our trip to the top of the rock, Gibraltar
Our road-trip adventure on the Costa del Sol's took us to the British Overseas Territories of Gibraltar & the top of the rock.
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Daniel Bates
Dec 4, 20249 min read
The top pubs to visit in Central Glasgow for a pint
Looking for some quality pubs in Glasgow. Have no fear, I have the lowdown of which ones are the best in the city for beer, whisky & wines
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Daniel Bates
Dec 2, 20248 min read
Scottish Castles: Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness
Looking for a day trip when exploring Highlands of Scotland, Urquhart Castle & Loch Ness is a must visit on anyones list! Here is my guide!
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Daniel Bates
Nov 23, 20247 min read
Day trips from London: Audley End House and Gardens
Looking for a pleasant day trip to do whilst visiting London? Look no further than Audley End House & Gardens in Essex. Here is my guide.
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Daniel Bates
Nov 16, 202411 min read
The top Edinburgh pubs to have a pint in
Looking for some quality pubs in Edinburgh. Have no fear, I have the lowdown of which ones are the best in the city for beer, whisky & wines
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Daniel Bates
Nov 14, 20246 min read
The impressive fortress of the Alhambra
One of the top sites to see in Granada, Southern Spain are the impressive fortress of the Alhambra. Here you'll find what to expect.
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Daniel Bates
Nov 7, 20248 min read
The Vicar of Dibley in Buckinghamshire
Turville in England is famous for its filming location of BBC comedy, the Vicar of Dibley. Check out my findings when I visited this village
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Daniel Bates
Oct 27, 20246 min read
Day trips from London: Stonehenge
Looking for a day trip outside London? Then check out the town of historic stones of Stonehenge which is clouded with mystery!
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Daniel Bates
Oct 17, 20246 min read
Checking out the Hollywood movie sites tour at Kualoa Ranch
One for the movie buffs, a tour I highly recommend on the island of O'ahu, Hawaii, is the Hollywood Movie Sites Tour at the Kualoa Ranch.
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Daniel Bates
Oct 11, 20249 min read
Our Road tripping adventure around North East Scotland
Our road trip adventure around North East Scotland, otherwise known as the Highlands, checking our rugged coastline & barren landscapes.
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Daniel Bates
Oct 7, 20246 min read
Scottish Castles: Inveraray
Looking for a day trip from Glasgow or a place to stop whilst touring this beautiful part of Scotland, Inveraray Castle is a must!
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Daniel Bates
Sep 29, 20246 min read
Day trip from Paris: Chateau de Fontainebleau
The Chateau de Fontainebleau is a wondering palace to check out whilst visiting Paris and is only one hour away by train. Here is my guide.
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Daniel Bates
Sep 24, 20249 min read
Day trips from London: Oxford
Looking for a day trip to do whilst in London, England. Check out the charming city of Oxford, with its universities & stunning architecture
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Daniel Bates
Sep 16, 20248 min read
The splendour of Versailles Palace
The second most visited site in France, Versailles Palace which is a must 'do' when visiting Paris. Here is my experience & what to expect.
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Daniel Bates
Sep 12, 20246 min read
A walk by the sea to historic Dunstanburgh Castle
Northumberland, England is full of beautiful castles & the ruins of Dunstanburgh is a must visit for its dramatic views & hike by the sea.
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