Leicester, located centrally in England near Birmingham, is accessible by car or train, making it a great day trip from London. Highlights include the Leicester Museum & Art Gallery, Leicester Cathedral housing Richard III’s tomb, and the historic Guildhall. The visit culminated in attending a Daft Punk tribute concert at the O2 Academy. All the details within this post.
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Fim-de-semana em North York Moors – castelos, festival de piratas e trilhos
During our weekend in Yorkshire, we explored stunning accommodations like The Larch Room and enjoyed delicious local cuisine, including chicken parmo. Highlights included visiting Castle Howard, a majestic stately home, and enjoying scenic hikes around picturesque villages. Whitby’s vibrant pirate festival added an exciting twist to our unforgettable trip.
Fim-de-semana em North York Moors – alojamentos e restaurantes
England may have fewer holidays compared to Portugal, but their extended weekends are a fantastic opportunity to explore the country. A recent trip to North York Moors was filled with delightful accommodations, beautiful scenery, and delicious meals. Each stay offered unique experiences, and the region is a treasure worth visiting. This post will take you to the places we stayed and the restaurantes we tried.
De volta a Barnet a norte de Londres
Barnet in north London is a town, surrounded by beautiful parks and forests like Monken Hadley Common, perfect for strolls. With easy metro access to the city, it’s budget-friendly for those who want to visit London. Highlights in Barnet include the church St Mary, the Virgin, delicious treats at Marley’s bakery, and a chill vibe, making it a great day trip spot!
Spa Resort Champneys Tring e hotel Pandley Manor
Tring, close to London, is a charming spot worth visiting. It offers easy access and beautiful natural scenery. I recently explored two places—Champneys Spa with its relaxing vibes and Pendley Manor House Hotel, home to peacocks. Both spots made for a perfect day trip. Don’t just stick to London, check them out!
Final da viagem em Roma com gelado e maritozzo
The last few hours in Rome were spent wandering through the Villa Borghese gardens, admiring the architecture and churches around Piazza del Popolo, and tasting delicious gelato flavours and a pistachio maritozzo. A very sweet goodbye to Rome, and the perfect way to end this journey.
A desilusão de um restaurante em Roma
Trying new food and eating traditional dishes is one of the best things about travelling, but sometimes the experience simply doesn’t meet expectations. This post is about one of those moments — a last dinner in Rome where the service left a sour taste. in this post, you’ll find the restaurant you might want to avoid and an alternative for a better experience.
Incríveis locais em Roma: Panteão e basílicas
The unique architecture of the Pantheon in Rome marks this place as one of the city’s true icons. Visiting it was quite confusing at first, but it was worth it to see the perfect sphere that still baffles architects today. After the Pantheon, we visited three basilicas: the Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, which stands in front of an obelisk guarded by a small elephant, followed by the Basilica di Santa Prassede, and finally the absolutely incredible Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, one of the four papal basilicas in Rome.
Do Vitoriano ao toscano: monumentos, basílicas e uma estátua colossal em Roma
This Sunday felt unforgettable. We visited the Colosseum, the Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II and the colossal statue of Constantino beside the Musei Capitolini. After two basilicas and one church, our energy returned thanks to a perfect Toscana panino from All’Antico Vinaio.
Parco archeologico del Colosseo
It was unexpected to find the Rome Marathon happening on the day we visited the Colosseum, but crossing barriers meant fewer crowds. After exploring the arena, we wandered through the Foro Romano and climbed Palatine Hill, surrounded by temples, houses, and ruins that reveal the true richness of the Roman Empire.