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Funniest Signs - October 25, 2010

At the beginning of our trip to the UK, my husband and I decided that one way we could enhance the enjoyment of our journey was by creating categories “Academy Awards” style and then searching the countryside for candidates. So, we set out looking for the “Most Atmospheric Castle,” the “Best Stretch of Coastline,” and the “Prettiest Village.” We also included superlatives such as “Most Humorous Overheard Comments,” “Grea... Click Here To Read More >>

The One You've Been Waiting For - Stonehenge - October 21, 2010

No historical sight in England is more iconic or well recognized than Stonehenge. And despite the hordes of tourists which traipse past it every year and the encroachment of traffic from a major road less than 300 yards from the sight, it does a wondrous job of still maintaining its aura of magic and mystery. The henge was constructed in a number of stages starting at about 3000 BD, and its practical and ritualistic importance can only be guessed at, however, the alignment of the stone... Click Here To Read More >>

Avebury - Larger and More Ancient Than Stonehenge - October 21, 2010

Less than an hour north of Stonehenge lies the village of Avebury, the site of yet another great stone henge, however this one is both larger and more ancient than its more popular cousin, Stonehenge. Another plus to visiting the henge at Avebury is how close you can get to the stones. Rather than being cordoned off by ropes, you can actually walk up and touch the massive rocks. Some of them are formed in humorous shapes, either from damage inflicted by humans or the wearing... Click Here To Read More >>

Old Sarum - October 20, 2010

Old Sarum, mentioned in my previous blog, lies on a hilltop 2 miles north of Salisbury. Throughout the ages, men chose this windswept summit as their settlement, from Iron-Age times, through control by Romans, Saxons, Danes, and then Normans. Today, within a huge circular mound lie the foundations of the Norman castle and cathedral that once stood there. However, the holders of the castle and the clergy did not get along, so in 1220, the bishop elected to move the cathedral in... Click Here To Read More >>

Salisbury, and I'm Not Talking About the Steak - October 19, 2010

Salisbury (and I’m not talking about the steak, though the hamburgers in the UK do taste a bit like it) is a village in Wiltshire probably best known for its proximity to the mega-tourist attraction Stonehenge. However, this city is truly a delightful place to visit on its own merits. My husband and I greatly enjoyed strolling the streets of the compact city center, snapping pictures of the interesting buildings and attractions. One of Britain’s best cathedral cities, ... Click Here To Read More >>

Arundel Castle - October 18, 2010

Buzzing along the road between Eastbourne and Salisbury, we passed Arundel Castle. I had intended for us to take a peek inside, but time got away from us and we were unable to stop. This was a problem we frequently encountered, as I had packed our days full of too many sights when I planned the trip. There just wasn’t enough hours in the day to see everything I wanted to. A good problem to have. Arundel Castle (www.arundelcastle.org) dates from the Norman conques... Click Here To Read More >>

9 Things I Learned From Driving in the UK - October 12, 2010

1. GPS (or as the Brits call it - Sat Nav) is Required – The road signs in Britain are notoriously sparse, and those that are there can be quite confusing. So unless you want to get hopelessly lost and end up in Norway, and spend half your trip screaming at your copilot, buy a GPS preloaded with maps for the UK. It made our trip infinitely more enjoyable and far less stressful than it could have been otherwise. 2. We got sheep, and cows, and goats… T... Click Here To Read More >>

We Got Castles - UK Day 1 - October 12, 2010

Day 1 of our trip to the UK began with an unpleasant discovery – overnight flights are NOT conducive to slumber. We arrived at Gatwick Airport, which was a mess due to heavy construction, tired and groggy. But we made managed to summon our excitement to be standing on English soil. The trek through Customs was quick and easy, as was finding an ATM to give us British Pounds Sterling and collecting our luggage. We then set out to pick up our rental car, and... Click Here To Read More >>

Rest For the Weary - October 12, 2010

Our first evening stopover was in Eastbourne, a Victorian seaside resort located in the heart of 1066 Country, only a few miles from Hastings and Battle Abbey where William the Conqueror landed and fought the first skirmish over Saxon-controlled England. Eastbourne was warm and beautiful. A promenade stretched along the beach, ideal for strolling. The streets were lined with flowers and crisp, white buildings. We stayed at The Royal Hotel, a lodging house dating from the... Click Here To Read More >>

Beachy Head - The Other White Cliffs - October 12, 2010

Day 2 began with a drive up to Beachy Head. Located on the white chalk cliffs, much like the white cliffs of Dover, just west of Eastbourne, Beachy Head is truly a sight to see, especially on a brilliant, sunny day with the deep blue of the English Channel sparkling below you. Beachy Head lighthouse stands proudly at the base of the 530 ft cliffs, a warning to ships sailing to close to shore. The South Downs Way, a popular hiking trail, begins at Beachy Head, and continues along t... Click Here To Read More >>

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