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Travellers visiting the UK for the first time normally follow a set route; a few days in London, a quick visit to the colleges in Oxford or Cambridge, a detour to Bath to see the Roman Bath’s and Stonehenge. Then it’s a straight journey north via York to Edinburgh. And although all of these cities are great places to hang out for a few days, there are cities that will provide you with a much more British experience; allowing you to escape the stereotypical tourist route and see Britain through the eyes of a local. Brighton (South East) – It’s probably the coolest place to hangout for fashionista’s after Brick Lane in London. Spend your morning wandering through Brighton’s maze of streets (known as The Lanes) shopping for vintage gems and kitch souvenirs. Grab lunch in one of Brighton’s many cool local café’s before heading to the famous and unusual Royal Pavilion for a photo opportunity. Finish your afternoon by the pebbly beach, eating candy floss and riding the big wheel before hea...

I definitely have preconceived notions when I hear the phrase “spa town.” I think fancy upscale hotels, plush bath robes, insanely expensive food, and lots of treatments that involve mud. What I don't necessarily think of is this: Bath Abbey Pulteney Bridge But Bath, a small town in the southwest of England, IS technically a spa town. It's just a spa town that was a spa town before health spa breaks were even a thing. The history of Bath Bath as a city has a long history that stretches back nearly 2,000 years. Around the year 60 AD, the Romans (who had come to Britain in 43 AD) built the first settlement in the area, known as Aquae Sulis (“the waters of Sulis”). It was built around a natural hot spring, which had probably been known and used as a shrine to the gods long before the Romans came along. Because of the naturally-flowing hot water under the ground, it's no surprise that the Romans built a large bath complex here. And it's that complex that h...

Talk about a change of scenery! When I left you last, I was soaking up the sun in gorgeous Bali, and making the most of my last remaining weeks from this stint of travel. As I write this now, I’m sitting at my desk in a bright and shiny apartment with a cup of tea in hand, wondering if the past seven years were all a dream. More on that later! I kicked off May with one of the most ridiculous flying experiences of my life. After travelling to Singapore, spending the night in the airport, and then being told there was a problem with the plane’s engine, I ended up enduring a full 19 hours sitting in a middle seat. If you think you’ve had an uncomfortable flight in the past, it had nothing on this one! Oh, and then the airline ran out of food half-way through the flight. Despite my hunger and agitation, any flight is a good one when it means landing in London on a gloriously sunny day. Dave and I opted to spend a full two weeks staying with my parents on the outskir...

Interested? PIN NOW, read later! Situated in the southwest of the UK on the banks of the River Avon, Bristol – otherwise known as Brizzle – is well known for being a creative hub, steeped in a load of maritime history and packing a massive punch of a nightlife. It’s a super fun and super interesting place to visit. The university town is also known for its contemporary art – ever heard of Banksy? He’s from here. But what are you in Bristol for? Are you raving or behaving? Do you wanna see the art galleries and museums, or do you wanna stay up till sunrise in one (or many) of the city’s basement clubs? Well, no matter what you wanna get up to in this cool city, we got you. We’ve made a list of the best hostels in Bristol (arranged by category, of course) so you can find the one that suits you most. With a few of the best budget hotels thrown in too, let’s see what’s on offer! Quick answer: The Best Hostels in Bristol Best Ov...