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How many days in London until you understand its people, culture, and fun places? After how many visits can you authoritatively claim that you have seen the better part of London? Well, anything from 4 days will be a good starting point, although you may have to come back over and over again in order to tour the city inside out. You need time to see its iconic infrastructure, tourist attraction sites, ethnic eateries, and the beautiful and diverse neighborhoods.
If you have the time and resources, staying in London for a week or even a month would be okay. But because we understand that this may not always be possible, let’s look at the bare minimum: 4 days. What can you do in London within 4 days in order to have the perfect trip? For the purposes of this itinerary, we will assume that you arrived in London yesterday and that our first day will start right from when you wake up. Also, we highly advise that you explore most of the city on foot, by taking advantage of the free walking tours in London ( I would suggest Strawberry Tours or finding a local in London), as they provide a better opportunity to get closer to the real city culture. We will not dwell too much on how you got here. Let us dive right into the itinerary.
Day one: The City of London
Starting from the St. Paul tube station, you will be able to see most of London City on your first day. You will need to be at the station by at least eight in the morning so that you can enter St. Paul cathedral when it opens at 9.30am. In there, you will see the Duke of Wellington monument, the Stone and the Golden galleries, and other key chapels. After like an hour in the cathedral, take your leave and head to the Tower of London where you will see the millennium bridge where the legendary Harry Potter movie was filmed.
Before noon, you should be fully acquainted with British history at the Tower of London, crossed over to the Tower Bridge where you will take the best pictures of the city, and enjoyed watching the Crown Jewels. You are just in time for lunch at Borough Market, London’s biggest food market. All the traditional and multicultural foods are found here. After your lunch head out to the Oxford Street for some shopping, Covent Garden for some live street performances, Hyde Park for leisure walks and some boating, and the West Yard for your dinner.
Day 2: The Museums
Start your itinerary at the Museum of Natural History and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Here, you will learn a lot in regards to the history of mankind, the animal kingdom, and space exploration. You will also have the chance to enjoy some British breakfast at the Museum of Natural History café. By the time you are done with the two museums, it will be lunchtime or thereabout. Get some culinary treats at the Berkeley Hotel as you prepare for some afternoon shopping at Fortnum & Mason and Carnaby Street. You will then close your day by having some cool dinner at Opium Dim Sum.
Day 3: Indulge in British Royalty
Start your day at the Buckingham Palace, the home to British royalty for over 170 years and the home to the current Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II. Be there by 10.30am in order to witness the changing of the guard ceremony at 10.45. If you are visiting during the summer, you will be allowed to book a ticket into the 775royal rooms. Before heading for lunch, you can take a stroll in the very beautiful St. James Park, visit the 1000-year old Westminster Abbey, rode the London Eye, and crossed over to the Westminster Bridge for some photos.
It is now time for lunch and some afternoon tea at Wallace, the cheapest joint in the neighborhood but with impeccable foods. After that, you can choose to try some London Pubs or take an afternoon tea river cruise.
Day 4: A Tour to the Outskirts
London boasts of suburbs that would easily pass as smaller cities. Start your day in one of these small cities- Greenwich- and enjoy the many amenities it has to offer. It has parks, pubs, and restaurants that aren’t as crowded as those in the city. Here, you will learn everything about the Meridian line and how it affects time all over the world. You will also enjoy some time in the Cutty Sark and the east and west hemispheres. For your lunch, try the local delicacies in one of the Meridian restaurants.
After lunch, you can opt to take a bus to the Chislehurst to see the Chislehurst Caves or go ice skating or scale the O2 concert arena.
Bottom line
London has too much to offer. With time and a flexible budget, you will have too much to do within four days. And who knows, you can even choose to extend to a 5th or 6th day, or more.
Going on a sailing vacation is never really a breeze as you will be at the mercy of the elements of the sea. However, with careful planning you can make the most of your sea voyage to make it even more meaningful for you. Regardless of your intended destination, you’ll have a much better chance of ensuring the perfect sailing vacation if you adhere to these tips:
Book Your Trip Early
There are certain seasons of the year when yacht charters are fully booked. If you wait for the peak season to begin, there’s a really good chance that you might not be able to find a charter to your liking. As such, if you really want to ensure the perfect sailing vacation, you’d have to book really early. Choose a yacht charter that can give flexibility to your sailing schedule. Remember, if it turns out that there’s going to be a storm on the day of your trip, then you should have a contingency for that.
Get a Medical Checkup before Your Trip
Sure, sailing may not be as physically demanding as going to a winter mountain resort, but you’d still want to know if you’re physically fit to last several days in the open ocean. It is always worth remembering that you will be several miles away from land and from the nearest medical facility should anything happen to you. If you’ve got medications that you need to take, then bring these, too.
Bring Appropriate Clothes and Gear
Heading out to sea means you’ll be mostly basking in the sun. The wide open seas with its glittering waters can also reflect light back to you. It’s going to be quite hot out there in the sea so it’s best to bring appropriate clothes. If you’re averse to getting sunburn, wearing long sleeves and pants should do the trick. But if you’re looking for some good tan, then be prepared with your beachwear, even though you’re on board a yacht. It’s also wise to bring sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, and polarized shades.
Check on the Weather before Sailing
As we mentioned above, you’re essentially at the mercy of the sea whenever you go on a sailing vacation. As such, it is important to have a clear understanding of the weather forecast for the next several days in the region where you will be spending your sailing vacation. While the captain and crew of your chartered yacht are fully knowledgeable about navigating over rough seas, it is always best to exercise caution to help avoid turning your dream vacation into a nightmare on the high seas.
Don’t Forget Your Travel Insurance
Whenever traveling, it is best to get an appropriate travel insurance. This should help cover for almost anything that you simply cannot predict while on vacation, especially on the seas. You’ll never know if you’ll be in need of medical attention because of sunstroke or severe sea sickness. It’s always best to stay prepared at all times.
Ensuring the perfect sailing vacation is relatively easy. Just adhere to these very simple tips and you’ll be on your way to a great holiday on the high seas.
The post is by Adam, a Content Manager at Perfect Yacht Charter and he has spent the last decade reading and writing on cruise experiences. He has written articles on topics such as ENTERPRISE, SUNSEEKER, JUST ENOUGH and COSTA MAGNA. He many years’ experience in writing. He always delivers great knowledge and facts with his articles.
Edinburgh is, undoubtedly, one of the gorgeous cities in the world. I also had a chance to visit this beautiful city. Its cobblestone streets, stunning buildings, and rich history can impress any traveller. Edinburgh is also one of the sought after destinations for weekend getaways, pub crawls, and there are lots of hidden gems to explore.
But, the city’s only downfall is that it is quite costly. Yes, I won’t include Edinburgh in the budget-friendly destinations. While some attractions of the city are unavoidably inexpensive, you can visit various free museums, historical sites, reasonably priced restaurants & hotels, and a huge variety of outdoor activities to offset the costs of its costly attractions.
So, here are the six ways you can save your money on your holiday.
Enjoy Sampling The Drink
If you really love scotch whisky, then it is advisable you should book a tour at The Scotch Whisky Experience. But, here is the sad part, this tour will cost you £14.50, are you saying it is costly, indeed it is. But, wait you can still taste the national drink of Scotland. All you need is to visit one of the whisky bars here. Bow Bar is known to have an insane variety of single malts on offer and Whiski Rooms brags off a combined restaurant and bar. It has a specialist Whisky Shop as well.
Avoid Travelling By Taxis
It is quite costly when it comes to travelling from one place to another from a taxi. So, if you are on a budget, then make sure you avoid at all costs. If you still looking for any other alternative, then you can take the services of Uber. Trust me, the service is good and moreover, it is cheaper than other cabs you will find in Edinburgh. This will certainly help you in saving some quick money.
Getting Around
I really liked the fact that Edinburgh is amazingly compact, this makes it a walkable city. Now, this means you can explore the city by foot, especially when all the major attractions are located within neighbouring New and Old Town. If you want to use the public transportation, the buses are the inexpensive and convenient option.
For a single ticket, all you need to pay is £1.50 and the price for a day ticket is £4.00, the best part is that it includes unlimited travelling by trams as well. If you are looking to use transport for a number of days, make sure you have opted for weekly passes, this will surely help you save money.
Economical Drinks
Make sure you visit one of the popular and historic pubs here, but the prices for pints and cocktails are quite high. But, you don’t need to worry as there are various bars and pubs where you can enjoy cheaper pints and cocktails specials.
If you are visiting New Town, make sure you have visited Lucky Liquor, this is the place where you get to enjoy a beer at £6, The Basement has some of the best collection of inventive cocktails and it starts at £5.52. Rose Street is quite famous to have some of the best pubs, The Black Cat being one of the reasonably priced. Here, you can enjoy affordable pints and you also get to enjoy live music on Monday and Wednesday.
Sandy Bell’s is a must-visit in Old Town. This is a folk bar and its traditional music makes the whole ambience pleasant. Enjoy your pints at around £3.54. Banshee Labyrinth is quite popular amongst the tourists and locals alike. It has seven rooms, two jukeboxes, three bars, and huge underground dance floor. The mixed drinks and pints will cost you less than £5. It is said to be one of Edinburgh’s haunted bars as well. Enjoy international bottled and draught beer at The Hanging Bat by paying just £6.
Cheaper Accommodation Options
Finding reasonably priced accommodation in Edinburgh is quite easy. The price for a hostel dorm room starts around £30 per night. If the hostel is not what you are looking for, then there are cheaper hotel options like Motel One and Cityroomz, charging you £90 per night.
If you want to cut down on the costs related to accommodation, then you can go for the options like HomeAway and Airbnb. If you are a student, then the University of Edinburgh offers dormitories, of various types & sizes, to the students. You will be staying at Pollock Halls and you have to pay a reasonable amount, even during summers.
Avoid Visiting In The Month Of August
The Fringe Festival is the world’s largest arts festival and it takes place in in the month of August every year, the festival goes for three weeks. The festival is attended by the tourists and art lovers from around the world, owing to this, the prices for the accommodation increase dramatically. If you have plans to visit Edinburgh during August, then, if possible, reschedule your visit to save on accommodation.
The post is by Sophia Jones tries to live her life like the sun – setting her sights high and vowing to always rise up again. Always game for an adventure, Sophia loves widening readers and her own expectations of our vast, beautiful world. She currently writes for sites like alwaysreview etc
Have you still not visited Europe? Well, it is better late than never! Europe brings you a string of hot destinations where you can have an unforgettable few days with your wife. Honeymooning in Europe is the best way to start your wedding chapter. There is nothing more romantic than European cities which despite being modern still remind of classic times. Take for instance, the pure beauty of Switzerland! Of course, the Swiss country has developed along with other parts of the world but its personality and outlook have stayed unchanged. It is still that simple and landscaped country with sparse vegetation, low population and plenty of space for the sky to sneak in.
Switzerland is famous for a number of things all at once. Its mesmerizing beauty needs no reminder. Those who have been feeding on romantic Bollywood capers will never forget the charming landscape and gardens shown in ‘Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge’ which is considered amongst the most romantic films of all times. Opportunities for skiing too are many and the rustic shops lend a very warm appeal to the whole setting. From shopping to sports, you will love every hour you spend in this country. Your stay may be a short one but the memories will be there with you for at least one lifetime, if not more.
Italy is another country which is high on a honeymooners’ list. Europe holiday packages to cities like Rome, Venice and Milan can leave you in a state of frenzy. There is so much art and history to explore. Besides, Italy has always been the fulcrum point of world fashion. Shopping is a way of life here. Bringing your wife to Italy and then permitting her the ecstasy of picking up apparels and accessories can be a sweet way of letting her know that you love her.
Strangely so, Spain, which wasn’t amongst the most popular European destinations till recently, has now sprung up as a hot favorite by many honeymooners. Its beaches offer plenty of sun to a forlorn honeymooner, there are some quiet luxury resorts and the lifestyle is quite laidback and appealing. Europe holiday packages to Spain can drop you to a destination which can be quite different from India. For the diversity it offers, this country can be amongst the top choices for a romantic and quiet getaway.
Greece is another country which can leave you spellbound with its history, architecture and mythology. Someone who has a profound interest in mythology can spend half his life in this part of the world and still not get bored. There is a lot to explore and so most Europe tour packages from India to Greece are at least a week-long. Greece is made up of many small islands amongst which Crete, Rhodes and Santorini are the biggest draws.
Other best honeymoon destinations in Europe are Paris, Naples, Bremen, Bulgaria and Lagos. Each place has a magic of its own. You just have to decide whose spell you would like to face.
Places change and so do favorites, cuisine change and so do dishes but still there are some evergreen restaurants which have managed to maintain their glory and presence in the culinary culture of the city. Star chefs have been targeting the city to spread the aroma of their signature dishes. It would be correct to proclaim London as a city having some of the world’s best restaurants.
I present to you a list of top 5 restaurants which I personally found to be the best and are a must try while you are in England. I am sure if any of the readers have been to London, they would easily be able to relate to this.
Gordon Ramsay
Situated on the Royal hospital road, the restaurant requires prior booking. Now that is something common but what would be your reaction if I said the reservation has to be made a month before? This says it all about the restaurant. Even though the Chef has expanded the chain of restaurants, it makes no difference to the quality and elegance which the restaurant has on offer.
The Chutney Mary
Without a doubt, this restaurant is one of the most sumptuous Indian restaurants in London. The restaurant was opened in the year 1990 and continues to dominate others in the league of Indian curries.
I opted to try out the curry platter which gives you a mini version of all the popular dishes of the restaurant. Other things which one should also try from its inventive kitchen are crab claws, seared scallops, tandoori platter along with the exotic chutneys. Make sure you also try out the signature cocktails out there, ‘Bombay Blush’ and ‘Goa on the Rocks’. The restaurant is run by Masala World, which also runs other famous Indian restaurants like Veeraswamy, one of the oldest Indian restaurants in London.
The Wolseley
The Wolseley is one of the most popular restaurants of the city. Even this requires booking well in advance. Fortunately, we got a table after making a spontaneous booking and waiting for about half an hour. The restaurant, which was transformed from an art deco car showroom is now a plush cafe cloaked in the European traditions. Be it a quick bite for breakfast, corporate lunch or a family dinner, the food and ambiance is just perfect for everything. Celebrities like Jack Nicholson are a common sight there. However I was quite unlucky not to spot any of them.
Galvin at Windows
Grab peerless views of the attractions that the English capital has on offer from the 28th floor of the London Hilton. With the likes of Chef Chris Galvin and company, the restaurant has recently earned a Michelin star which helped it become a part of our yummy itinerary. I got to eat one of the finest dishes from the French haute cuisine like the Marinated Loch Fyne Salmon, Dorset crab and Foie gras and truffle. As a chocoholic, I would personally recommend you the Valrhona chocolate fondant for oodles of chocolate.
Quilon Restaurant
The Michelin starred Quilon restaurant is situated in the Taj 51 Buckingham gate suites and residences. You certainly feast like a king here. I was lucky enough to have this restaurant within my hotel. The Quilon serves South West coastal Indian cuisine and has various progressive and ethnic dishes to taste.
If your palate craves for South West coastal Indian cuisine, Quilon is one of the finest places to eat in London.
These restaurants are synonymous to the city’s culinary traditions. So make a point to visit these top shots and take a gastronomical tour of the city. I would love to hear your experiences and explore them the next time I visit the city.
It is estimated that over 53 million people were traveled globally in the US during 2011. According VISA, American’s plan to spend 40 % more than last year on their next international trip.
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People are extensively visiting the top US destinations like Louisville, Fairbanks, Alaska; Philadelphia, Las Vegas, New York etc. it is known that approximately 90 million American adults using internet to plan travel during the past year and 76 % of online travelers planning leisure trips online.
Most of the online travel planners are extremely satisfying with their experiences in using the Internet to plan and selecting travel destination they visit. In 2012 travel sales US reached 162 billion dollars. In 2011 10.1 million traveled to Europe from USA and Middle East had over a million US visitors. In 2011 Asian region had attracted 3.8 million US visitors. It is known that 57% of all travel reservations are made using online services.
Business travel to London is far different from leisure trip to the city as you have a specific purpose in mind while you are on a business travel. Not only you need to make your business travel productive but it should also be organised and economical. Given below are few tips through which you can achieve both these aims:
Opting for the Right type of Accommodation
You are going to visit London for business purposes. Therefore, it would be unwise if you book a family or luxury hotel. Book only from those hotel websites that boast a good range of business hotels in the city.
While you are booking a business hotel in the city, see to it that the hotel has comforting facilities like central London location, in-house bar and restaurant, conference and meeting rooms and other such services. This will help you in saving your time in the city.
Going for Thrifty Packing
When you are travelling for business to a mega city like London, you are the thriftiest packer as you do not have your family with you. Take full advantage of this and pack only essentials as a heavy baggage will not only be inconvenient but prove costly as well (due to weight charges of airlines).
Check thoroughly all your items before packing the bag. Do make sure that all the important business and travel documents are snuggled into a plastic envelope. In addition to this, do not bury down the travel and business documents with clothes and other such things. It would be better if you keep them into a separate briefcase.
Selecting Appropriate Clothes
Pack formal clothes and do not forget to pack jacket or woollens as London weather is extremely unpredictable. Men should go for coats, tie, formal trousers and shirts whereas women should opt for knee-length skirts and coats other than formal clothes.
If there will be an informal get-together after your business meetings in the city, pack dark coloured jackets for that. However, do not stuff fancy clothing patterns.
Keeping Electrical Plug Adapters
Do not forget to put plug adapters while you are hurrying to the journey. You never know how long your business trip might take to conclude. Therefore, it would be a good idea to stock plug convertors for computer, cell phones and other gadgets which you use. If you are still confused about what plug adapters to pack, visit countryplug.com to get detailed information.
Maintaining a Routine while on-board
If you are a frequent business traveller to London and your journey happens to be a long one, then you should definitely frame a routine. Keep your favourite books, portable DVD players and other such leisure items into a separate bag so that you do not have to rummage through your luggage while you are on-board.
Eating and Sleeping Right
It is of prime importance that you have an optimum amount of sleep before you embark on your business trip to the city. It is often seen that many business travellers skip meals and follow a disorderly sleeping pattern due to anxiety. This practice, however, reduces your efficiency and working abilities. Stay away from unhealthy eating habits too, like gorging on junk food and having alcohol before taking a flight.
Keeping Medications at Hand
Researches have shown that one in five people catches cold within a week of flying. Therefore, it is only apt that you keep hand sanitizers and nasal sanitizers for your business travel so that you don’t catch germs while in-air.
Your business travel to London should be a productive affair not a disarrayed program. Use the tips given above and plan an organised business travel to the city.
Author’s Bio: Author Mohit is a frequent business traveller to different parts of the world. He loves passing on his advice regarding different aspects of business travelling.
Koba Korean Restaurant
Koba Korean restaurant serves delectable Korean cuisine with barbequed meats such as marinated beef bulogi or kalbi. Barbequed squid in vibrant red sauce, spicy short rib hotpot with sweet potato noodles, soft tofu stew are some of their menu specials. Koba has their specialty in table BBQ with cooking food at customer’s tables. Cuisine is associated with casual eating though the atmosphere and trend-driven interior design offers a feeling of luxury.
Features:
11 Rathbone Street, London
Opening hours: 2.30pm 10.30pm
Drinks include a short wine list, soju and Korean beers
Ideal for business lunches or casual dinners
Dotori Korean Restaurant
This restaurant next to Finsbury Park station established its reputation soon after opening in 2008. It’s still nigh on impossible to get a table without booking – even on our early-evening midweek visit, several hopeful diners were turned away. All’s not lost if you don’t bag a seat, however, as they do offer takeaway.
The dining room – like the menu – blends Korean and Japanese influences; there’s a Shinto lantern by the door, and Hangul calligraphy and Korean masks on the walls. Prices are impressively low: a capacious bowl of yukkaejang was a mere £3.50. Thick with chilli flakes, the broth contained a generous quantity of deliciously tender shredded beef. A mountain of bokum bap (fried rice) came studded with crisp-fried pork belly pieces, spring onions and scrambled egg. The plump grains were resonant with ground black pepper and sesame oil.
The Japanese side of the menu offers sushi, sashimi, tempura and donburi dishes. Dotori isn’t known for its sparkling service, but we found the staff warm and efficient. Even on an off-day, it’s hard not to be forgiving, thanks to the well-prepared and well-priced food.
Features:
· 3 Stroud Green Road, London
· Opening hours: 2.30pm 10pm
· Take-away available
· Bookings essential, especially over weekends
· Blend of Korean and Japanese cuisine
· Convenient location next to Finsbury Park Station
· Ambience informal and unpretentious
· Beer and wine only
· Wheelchair accessible
· Good for groups and children
Cah Chi Korean Restaurant
Customers experience authentic Korean cuisine such as bulgogi, yuk-hoi-dol-sot bap; which is raw beef, pickles and rice served in a sizzling bowl and cooks food on contact, pa jeon; which is flour pancake with seafood and spring onion filling and more. Blood pudding, pig’s liver dishes and pig’s ears casseroles are some of their esoteric dishes. O-jing-o Dup-bab: fried calamari in spicy sauce with vegetables and rice is a favorite on the menu and one of the specialties.
Features:
· 394 Garratt Lane, London
· Opening hours: 3pm -12.00pm
· Allow customers to bring along their own wine
· Ambience buzzy and fun place, great for group dining
Jee Cee Neh
Unpretentious and homely food is what customers can expect from this authentic Korean restaurant. Japch’ae, barbequed dishes stews such as soft tofu and seafood, spicy kimchi and pork with fried rice on the menu. Kang pung gi with spicy sauce and more can be expected. Authentic Korean deserts for the sweet tooth and rounded with Korean tea.
Features:
· 74 Burlington Road, London
· Opening hours: 3.00pm 11.00pm
· Great for family lunches
· Free side dishes
· Free barley tea
· Casual atmosphere
Bibigo Bar and Dining
Meals from this contemporary Korean restaurant include BBQ Chicken, Bossam pork belly, steak hache, Korean Monk fish, traditional bulogi, hot stone galbi, braised short rib, Korean wedding noodles, Kimchi stew and lots more. Desert menu includes poached pears, Eton mess, fig crème brulee, bibigo goldfish and hoddeok.
· 58-59 great Malborough Street, London
· 12.00pm 11.00pm
· Private dining facilities
· Drinks such as amal, soho somek, coctails and alcohol free cocktails
· Reservations for dinner
London is a top tourist destination with lots to offer International tourists. Visitors from outside the UK can use the ukba for Visa requirements and more. Information on entering the UK, transit through the UK and more are available to tourists.
Bordered by England in the east, the Irish Sea and Atlantic Ocean on the west, Wales is a vibrant country. A significant part of the United Kingdom, Wales is blessed with vast coastline (over 1200 km), extensive mountains forming picturesque land scenic locations. Though, its entire history has been impeded by invaders, but the Welsh spirit is still intact in its people and culture. Known for its friendly people, astonishing architecture and sophisticated environs, Wales is one of the most tourist friendly country in the UK. From high range mountains to limestone cliffs, from serene seashores and beaches to enchanting country side, this country appears as a kaleidoscope of immense cultural wealth and beauty to its visitors. However, the cuisine here is one its specialty which somehow makes it even more enjoyable. Here, we have listed some of the most popular tourist attractions of Wales which you must pay a visit to while travelling to this charming country. So what are you waiting for? Checkout various online sites, get best offers for flight tickets and get ready to explore this enchanting country.
Cardiff Castle
Situated in the Castle Quarter of Cariff, South Wales, it is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion. Believed to be established in late 11th century, this castle has witnessed several invaders and their reigns. This massive architecture is a major landmark of the city. The majestic and absolutely divine interiors of this castle has been credited by architect, William Burges. A visit to this magnificent castle will surely take you to the historical developments taken during the span of over 2000 years of its existence.
Oakwood Theme Park
Formerly known as Oakwood Leisure Park or Oakwood Coaster Country, this theme park is an amazing recreation centre of Wales. This theme park has numerous rides including roller coasters, thrill rides, 3D ghost rides, water slides, fun rides, and much more. Located in the Permbrokeshire, Wales this significant amusement park with so much on offer attracts over 5 millions visitors and tourists every year.
Welsh Mountain Zoo
Situated high above Colwyn Bay in the North Wales, Welsh Mountain Zoo is a heaven for wildlife lovers. Enriched with scenic views of nature and beautiful gardens all around, this zoo serves as a home for many rare and endangered species from Britain and around the world including Snow Leopards, Chimpanzees, Red Pandas and Sumatran Tigers. Also called as the Colwyn Bay Zoo, this zoological garden was established in the year 1963 and is spread over an area of 37 acres. In you are a wildlife lover, then don’t give a miss to this beautiful zoo.
Snowdonia
Sprawling over an area of around 823 square miles, Snowdonia is a national park in the north Wales region. This beautiful park was established in the year 1951. This national park is best known for its scenic beauty, enchanting natural sites and high mountain ranges. Trekking and mountain hiking is a popular activity in this area.
St Fagans: National History Museum
Standing on the grounds of the stunning St. Fagans Castle, St. Fagans is a popular heritage attraction of Wales. In fact, displaying the real scenario of Welsh rural life, it is one of the leading open-air museums in Europe. Want to explore how early Welsh people used to live and sustain their lives? Visit this museum and relive the history. Apart from these, some other tourist places that you can visit are Wales Millennium Centre. River Severn, Liberty Stadium, Senedd, Chapter Arts Centre, National Museum Cardiff, National Botanical Garden of Wales, Cardiff Bay, Barry Island and much more.
If you are planning to drive during a trip out of the U.S., it is important to look into the local laws to determine whether or not your car insurance policy will provide you with any coverage. In many cases, a U.S. policy is not going to be transferable to a vehicle that you drive abroad. In other words, it is necessary to purchase a temporary insurance policy in order to remain compliant with all of the local laws of the country that you are visiting.
Visiting a Neighboring Country
American drivers who are planning to drive their own vehicle into Canada should be covered for any basic issues, but it is a good idea to check into the local laws for each province that you will be traveling through to ensure that your policy covers all of the necessary guidelines.
On the other hand, if you are going to Mexico, you are going to need to buy a temporary policy from a company that has been authorized to sell insurance by the Mexican government. Failure to obtain a proper policy before you cross the border can cause you to spend time in jail, so make sure that you do not leave for your trip without buying Mexican car insurance.
Traveling around the U.K.
If you are planning to go to the U.K., you will need to do more than simply learn how to drive on the opposite side of the road. Your U.S. car insurance is not going to be sufficient coverage for your rental car, so it will be necessary to buy a temporary policy. However, insurance providers in the U.K. offer a wide variety of options, so you should visit reputable insurance quote sites like www.monkey.co.uk to check rates for your correct amount of coverage.
For example, most drivers in the U.K. get a policy that insures them to drive a specific vehicle. In other words, the driver is the one who is actually insured instead of their automobile. If you have a traveling companion who will be doing some of the driving, you will need to disclose this information in advance to avoid legal difficulties later. After all, if the other driver is not properly insured and they get into an accident, they could end up dealing with a long list of issues such as large fines and jail time.
Getting the Best Insurance Rates
Whether you are looking for insurance locally or for a trip overseas, it is always a good idea to start your search on the Internet. You can utilize an insurance quote website to gather unbiased reviews and prices from several companies that offer temporary policies for tourists.
Regardless of which country you are planning to visit, you should always determine in advance if your American car insurance policy is sufficient to meet all of that country’s laws. If it is not, it is up to you to make sure that you take the proper steps to become compliant.
Shelby Warden is a researcher who offers this information to help foreign travelers enjoy their vacation without incident. Frugal drivers turn to www.monkey.co.uk to find the best deals on insurance from some of the leading car insurance providers of the UK. For every car insurance policy taken out through their site, Monkey™ donates £10 to the driver’s favorite charity.