It's the land of Shakespeare, William Wallace, C.S. Lewis and Jane Austen. It's a place where seascapes, gardens, green hills and castles abound. The countries of England, Scotland and Wales contain magical history and hospitality.
You might begin your trip in London, one of the world's great cities. There's plenty to occupy your time, of exploring in and around the city - from visits to museums, historic churches, the infamous Tower of London, Windsor Castle and the attractions of Kent and Sussex. Venture into the countryside and England offers plenty of other interesting trips, from treks through the Lake District to a trip through southwest England that includes visits to Bath, Cornwall and Devon. Wales and its capitol city of Cardiff are a fun destination, worthy of a trip, but often overlooked by travelers. Scotland, with its rich history and beautiful scenery is equally interesting. Spend a few days in Edinburgh, wind along the famous Whisky Trail or even try to catch a photograph of the illusive beast of Loch Ness.
Travel writer Karen Brown has explored the United Kingdom and created several interesting itineraries for travelers to this exciting region. Her detailed plans include places to visit, as well as maps and traveling tips. Her readers also have voted and chosen the following lodgings as the best in England, Scotland and Wales:
For a romantic adventure, try the Gilpin Lodge in England's Lake District. Explore the lands of Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter while staying at the hotel chosen by Karen Brown readers as the region's "Most Romantic" lodging. The hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites all individually decorated with elegant furnishings. In-room spa treatments are available and guests also have use of a nearby fitness center that includes a sauna, swimming pool, steam room and gym. The hotel's restaurant, spread amongst four charming dining areas, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Afternoon tea is served in the lounge, and you can enjoy an evening glass of wine or a pint in the hotel's bar. The hotel is set on 20 acres of moors, gardens and woodland within Lake District National Park, just minutes from Lake Windemere.
With its excellent location, charming decor and hospitable innkeepers, it's little wonder that Karen Brown readers have chosen Bolhays Bed and Breakfast as England, Wales and Scotland's for lodging's "Warmest Welcome." The bed & breakfast's delightful English guest rooms are located in a historic, 1899 Victorian townhouse that is just a 10-minute walk from Salisbury Cathedral, a 13th-century wonder that is a highlight of a visit to this wonderful English town. Stonehenge is just a short drive away, and there are plenty of nearby shops and pubs, including one that has been in operation since the 14th century. The innkeepers prepare a hearty, homemade English breakfast each morning for their guests. Their knowledge of the surrounding area makes them a valuable resource for those planning day trips in and around Salisbury.
If budget is a consideration, and these days it often is, consider a stay at Meadowland in the famous English town of Bath. Voted England, Wales and Scotland's "Greatest Value" by Karen Brown readers, this English country home is just a 15-minute walk to the main part of Bath. The innkeepers strive to make their guests feel welcome, and home's elegant ambiance is just right. Breakfasts are homemade and hearty and often include specialties from innkeeper Catherine Andrew's native Scotland. Bath, a World Heritage Site, is full of interesting things to do and day trips include treks to the Cotswold villages or the cathedral towns of Salisbury and Wells.
Karen Brown readers have voted and chosen England's Chewton Glen as Great Britain's best "Splendid Splurge." Located on a 130-acre country estate, Chewton Glen offers exceptional accommodations, fine dining, spa services and plenty of activities for its guests. There is a nine-hole golf course, a croquet lawn, tennis courts, a swimming pool and horse-back riding is available. Each of the many suites and rooms is different -- the dcor in some is contemporary and elegant English country in others. You could spend your entire vacation happily enjoying all the hotel's amenities, but there are plenty of nearby historic homes to visit, as well as gardens, churches and pubs. - 16492
You might begin your trip in London, one of the world's great cities. There's plenty to occupy your time, of exploring in and around the city - from visits to museums, historic churches, the infamous Tower of London, Windsor Castle and the attractions of Kent and Sussex. Venture into the countryside and England offers plenty of other interesting trips, from treks through the Lake District to a trip through southwest England that includes visits to Bath, Cornwall and Devon. Wales and its capitol city of Cardiff are a fun destination, worthy of a trip, but often overlooked by travelers. Scotland, with its rich history and beautiful scenery is equally interesting. Spend a few days in Edinburgh, wind along the famous Whisky Trail or even try to catch a photograph of the illusive beast of Loch Ness.
Travel writer Karen Brown has explored the United Kingdom and created several interesting itineraries for travelers to this exciting region. Her detailed plans include places to visit, as well as maps and traveling tips. Her readers also have voted and chosen the following lodgings as the best in England, Scotland and Wales:
For a romantic adventure, try the Gilpin Lodge in England's Lake District. Explore the lands of Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter while staying at the hotel chosen by Karen Brown readers as the region's "Most Romantic" lodging. The hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites all individually decorated with elegant furnishings. In-room spa treatments are available and guests also have use of a nearby fitness center that includes a sauna, swimming pool, steam room and gym. The hotel's restaurant, spread amongst four charming dining areas, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Afternoon tea is served in the lounge, and you can enjoy an evening glass of wine or a pint in the hotel's bar. The hotel is set on 20 acres of moors, gardens and woodland within Lake District National Park, just minutes from Lake Windemere.
With its excellent location, charming decor and hospitable innkeepers, it's little wonder that Karen Brown readers have chosen Bolhays Bed and Breakfast as England, Wales and Scotland's for lodging's "Warmest Welcome." The bed & breakfast's delightful English guest rooms are located in a historic, 1899 Victorian townhouse that is just a 10-minute walk from Salisbury Cathedral, a 13th-century wonder that is a highlight of a visit to this wonderful English town. Stonehenge is just a short drive away, and there are plenty of nearby shops and pubs, including one that has been in operation since the 14th century. The innkeepers prepare a hearty, homemade English breakfast each morning for their guests. Their knowledge of the surrounding area makes them a valuable resource for those planning day trips in and around Salisbury.
If budget is a consideration, and these days it often is, consider a stay at Meadowland in the famous English town of Bath. Voted England, Wales and Scotland's "Greatest Value" by Karen Brown readers, this English country home is just a 15-minute walk to the main part of Bath. The innkeepers strive to make their guests feel welcome, and home's elegant ambiance is just right. Breakfasts are homemade and hearty and often include specialties from innkeeper Catherine Andrew's native Scotland. Bath, a World Heritage Site, is full of interesting things to do and day trips include treks to the Cotswold villages or the cathedral towns of Salisbury and Wells.
Karen Brown readers have voted and chosen England's Chewton Glen as Great Britain's best "Splendid Splurge." Located on a 130-acre country estate, Chewton Glen offers exceptional accommodations, fine dining, spa services and plenty of activities for its guests. There is a nine-hole golf course, a croquet lawn, tennis courts, a swimming pool and horse-back riding is available. Each of the many suites and rooms is different -- the dcor in some is contemporary and elegant English country in others. You could spend your entire vacation happily enjoying all the hotel's amenities, but there are plenty of nearby historic homes to visit, as well as gardens, churches and pubs. - 16492
About the Author:
Tess Kirkpatrick loves blogging about boutique hotels in England and other travel destinations. For more information on travel in the United Kingdom or for comprehensive England itinerary details, check out the Karen Brown website today.
