If you cannot be there, in the flesh, a DVD is the next best way to experience the wonder of Scotland. Here are some DVDs that I consider a good buy: Visions of Scotland (2005) Almost everyone who watches this DVD loves it. It has great helicopter shots of the best locations in Scotland. The [...]

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The city of Oxford England was initially a Saxon ford. The word Oxford come from putting the words “Ox” and “Ford” together or as the Saxon called it “Oxenaforda”. Although many Saxon buildings still remain most of Oxford was built after the 12th century. In this period Oxford was becoming the centre of learning and [...]

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Whether you are thinking about traveling to London and need more information about the city and it’s attractions or you just want to know more about London’s history and culture. There is a book out there for you. Spectacular Vernacular: London’s 100 Most Extraordinary Buildings London was, for the longest time, the heart of an [...]

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Conwy Castle AKA Conway Castle Built in 1289 by Edward I to defend the entrance of the river Conwy. One of the United Kingdom, if not Europe’s most impressive castles explaining why it is a world heritage site. In 1401, 40 Welsh soldiers snuck into the castle and overpowered the guards. They where able to [...]

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If you are a admirer of Princess Diana you may find that visiting the places where she was born, lived and died will bring you closer to her, in a way nothing else can. Althorp Home to the Spencer family for 500 years. However, much of Althorp’s charm derives from the sheer beauty of its [...]

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