15 Best Things to Do in Brighton (East Sussex, England)
Stylish, progressive and full of fun, Brighton could claim to be England’s party capital, and pulls in day-trippers from across the south for days at the beach, nights out and …
Alex Bird
Hi, I'm Alex, a travel writer based in London, I love writing about travel as much as traveling itself. I’m a scrappy researcher, and a hoarder of info, whether it's trivial or mind-blowing. I get a lot of joy doing justice to worthwhile places, and I’m always excited to share the stories behind them.
I have a real affection for Tarragona in Catalonia, from the golden sandy beaches to the mountains. I love Hamburg and its harbour and many waterways, especially in spring. And I'll always be drawn to the rolling countryside in the south of England, especially Wiltshire. I'll go anywhere with a great art museum, and ruins, ancient or medieval.
25 Best Things to Do in Northern Ireland
To get the most from Northern Ireland’s world famous seascapes and historic cities you’ll need to be organised because there’s so much to get through. On the road you can …
15 Best Things to Do in Cambridge (Cambridgeshire, England)
The city of Cambridge is synonymous with its world-renowned university, which dates all the way back to the start of the 13th century. Held in high regard for its scientific …
15 Best Things to Do in Newry (Northern Ireland)
Resting in a hollow on its namesake river, the city of Newry is divided between Counties Armagh and Down near the border with Ireland. There’s breathtaking nature wherever you go, …
15 Best Things to Do in Leicester (Leicestershire, England)
The largest city in the East Midlands made international news in 2012 when the body of King Richard III was discovered under a car park. Richard had been slain in …
15 Best Things to Do in Oxford (Oxfordshire, England)
A city that hardly needs introduction, Oxford is home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world, going back to the 11th century at the latest. The university’s various self-governing …
15 Best Things to Do in Lisburn (Northern Ireland)
This city a few miles out of Belfast was the birthplace of the Irish linen industry, founded in 1698 by the French Huguenot Louis Crommelin. Until the 20th century Lisburn …
25 Best Things to Do in Belfast (Northern Ireland)
There was a time when Belfast was in the news for all the wrong reasons. And while the worst of the Troubles are in the distant past, there are still …
15 Best Day Trips from Edinburgh
Though Edinburgh itself can feel like an escape from big city life, with its cobbled streets and tranquil views – there is in fact an abundance of truly beautiful places …
Where to Stay in London – Neighborhoods & Area Guide
London, the capital of England, is one of the most contemporary cities that exists in the 21st century, yet its history dates back to the Roman era. Nestled on the …