UKBigDirectory.com is the United Kingdom directory offering links to business & economy, investment, art & intertainment, real estate, health, transportation & travel in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Archive for May 29th, 2010

The Popular Tourist Destinations in the United Kingdom

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is commonly known as the UK or United Kingdom or Britain consisting of four countries including England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The United Kingdom has plenty of travel destinations for the vocation planners. The following are some of the handpicked travel destinations for you to enjoy in your traveling.

Bath – One of the best travel destinations in UK, this is a very beautiful destination for classic sightseeing by day and a cool activity by night. Visit the ancient Roman Baths or take the UK’s best spa breaks in Bath! For boys and girls, enjoy the fun and thrills of the nearby activities. You can admire the architecture and do some shopping!

Oxford – It has the famous colleges and academic air and the more famous is the Oxford University. There are some very good health centers and spas in Oxford for a break or relaxation. You can stay overnight at an Oxford college and enjoy the fun of being at university without worrying about exams.

London – This is the capital of England and United Kingdom. Top London attractions include Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Windsor Castle, London Zoo, and London Dungeons. You can enjoy night clubs in London and have spa breaks, theatre, shopping, relaxation center and lot more.

Manchester – This is referred as England’s “Second City”. The best attractions and activities in Manchester include library theatre, Bridgewater hall, green room and more. There are many theaters, galleries, nightclubs and sporting events are available for the visitors to this city.

Lincoln – This is the home to one of the finest cathedrals in UK. It is a great place for a weekend or short break in UK. There are lots of activities, relaxation and entertainment options are available for the tourist.

Newcastle – This is the fun capital of the North-East. It is the one of the fast becoming Britain’s appealing destinations. Geordie partying is as famous in Newcastle. Visitors can enjoy the nightlife and go to spa centers, shopping and more.

Brighton – It is a fun capital of the England’s south coast and located next to Hove, Eastbourne, and Hastings. We can reach it within one hour from London. Brighton is a city of cool place to be any time of the year. For visitors for this city, it has Georgian architecture, trendy shops, and fine restaurants.

The Black Mountains – This is one of the scenic areas in United Kingdom. It is the venue horse riding for the weekend. Horse riding brings active on the visitors and is the best outdoor for them.

Fun Things to Do on Holiday in Wales

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

Wales is known for its rich history, myth, culture and legend. It is a beautiful place with breathtaking scenery and is home to about three national parks and five areas of amazing natural beauty.

There are several ways to enjoy the green countryside either by bike, car or foot. Enjoy walks along the peaceful countryside, play golf, go fishing and even benefit from a few water sports in the some of the best beaches in Europe. It is possible to rent a holiday cottage next to one of these stunning beaches and then use it as a base either for water sports or to explore the local countryside.

With the history and legend that prevails in the country you will have an informative journey into the past by visiting the Roman Forts as well as the number of castles that are found there not forgetting the heritage sites at Conway and Caernarfon. Learn about the legendary king Arthur and the magician and relish the rich culture that is present in its various museums and galleries that are found everywhere.

Cardiff which is the capital has some great shops, bars and restaurants. Many tourists come to Cardiff on a long weekend or short holiday break and stay in one of the many self catering apartments that are available to rent.

You can visit the Edward fortress in Caernarfon which is an impressive medieval fortress and has strong royal connections that range from the age old Celtic Chieftains to the Royal family. Another place that you should visit is Llangollen where the Holy Grail is said to buried on the mountain among the ruins of the Castle Dinas which is above the town. You can also take a canal boat ride along the city and absorb amazing views. It is said that some of the holiday cottages in this area have some of the best views in Wales.

It you a landscape lover then you have got to visit Pemrbrokeshire which has a stunning coast, crystal clear blue water and the perfect beaches where you can make memories that would last a life time. You will find a spectacular mix of coast, country and city all in the same place. Here you can stay in a self catering holiday cottage in the country or if you want the night life you can stay in a holiday apartment.

Snowdonia is extremely popular with lovers of the outdoors. They can rent a holiday cottage and use it as a base to hike and climb. Near by the beautiful coastline includes sports such as hiking, trekking, mountain climbing, horse riding, canoeing, sailing, quad biking, woodland rambling and much more. Whatever you want you will find. There is always something for every body irrespective of age.