Edinburgh Hogmanay (aka NYE) with #Blogmanay
On the road travel update about the #blogmanay campaign for Edinburgh Hogmanay and beyond – all about my NYE experiences in the Scottish capital…
UK Travel
All my posts about travel in the UK! From staycation guides for Brits looking to explore more of their home country, to information for people travelling to the UK from abroad. Scroll down to see all the posts in this category, or use the table of contents below to head straight for the right location…
Break it down:
England
Northern Ireland
Scotland
Wales
Dorset (my home county and specialist subject)
I grew up in the south of England and have loads to say about my country. Hopefully you’ll find plenty of inspiration and useful info in the posts below. But if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me. I love hearing from readers, and I LOVE sharing my favourite spots in the UK!
Hogmanay Torchlight Procession with #Blogmanay
A few photos from Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Torchlight Procession – led by actual Vikings through the city streets with hundreds of participants carrying flaming torches!
![13 of the Best London Christmas Markets [UPDATED 2021]](https://www.emilyluxton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/sabri-tuzcu-495674-unsplash-930x620.jpg "13 of the Best London Christmas Markets [UPDATED 2021]")
13 of the Best London Christmas Markets [UPDATED 2021]
Time to get Christmassy in the capital! I share my list of the best London Christmas markets for some festive fun this December 2020!
8 of the Best Ice Skating Rinks in London this Christmas [UPDATED 2021]
A list of the best ice rinks in London this winter. From spotlit palaces to glitzy shopping centres, there’s festive fun and ice skating galore in the capital this Christmas…
40 of the Most Romantic Places in the UK
From historic cities to gorgeous green landscapes, spectacular castle hotels to stunning spas, here are some of the most romantic places in the UK…
Escape to Jersey
A dream itinerary for a seriously active and outdoorsy visit to the largest Channel Island!
25 Unusual Things to do in Edinburgh
Get off the beaten track in Edinburgh with these four alternative things to do in the Scottish capital. Swap whisky for gin and the castle for kirkyards in quirky, enticing, and alternative Edinburgh.
Jazz, Art, and Storytelling: Discovering Edinburgh’s Other Festivals
Exploring Edinburgh as a festival city, particularly the amazing Jazz and Blues Festival, at the end of July. Uncovering the history, art, and culture of this iconic, quirky and often downright bizarre city.
8 Big Street Art Names to Look out for in East London
Stickmen, owls, and impressionism – I share eight of the biggest names from the East London art scene, so that you know who to spot when touring one of the best areas in the UK for street art…
Planning the Perfect Bath Staycation
Indulgence and Pampering in England’s Spa City: an insider’s guide to taking a luxurious and historic staycation in beautiful Bath…
Where to Find the Best Afternoon Tea in Bath
There’s no better way to treat yourself than with afternoon tea in Bath. This historic city is the perfect backdrop to an indulgent tea break…
Review: Thermae Bath Spa
Water is the ultimate life, pure as crystal, the divine influx.” – Ted Hughes. Thanks to it’s thermal springs, which are the only hot springs… Read More »Review: Thermae Bath Spa