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posted by Vacation Home Rentals on Jul 23

Glasgow is the largest settlement in Scotland as well as the 3rd most populated in Britain. The city is nestled on the River Clyde in the western central lowlands of Scotland.The town is acknowledged for being home to Europe’s leading 20 financial centres and many well known businesses. In fact, it is scored as the fifty seventh most livable town worldwide.

Glasgow is well recognized for its shopping regions of Sauchiehall Street, Argyle Street and Buchanan Street. In reality, the area is famed for being the largest retail and shopping center in the British Isles.The most recent addition to Glasgow’s inside malls in referred to as The Buchanan Galleries. It is one of the largest shopping malls in the whole of the United Kingdom and contains many significant retail names including Gap, Levi’s and John Lewis. One more well-liked shopping area on Buchanan Street is called Princes Square. Right here is the area where lovers of designer clothing come to shop as it consists of names such as Calvin Klein, Hugo and Lacoste. There are several cultural venues in this area too including The Theatre Royal which is home to the Scottish Opera.

The world’s tallest movie theatre, called Cineworld, is also in Glasgow in addition to four higher academic establishments. One common attraction in Glasgow is named The Tall Ship which is an independent memorial focused upon conserving and interpreting the maritime history of the region.

One well-known tourist destination is called George Square that goes back to 1781. It’s named after King George III. The centerpiece of the square is an eighty ft . high column that’s crowned by a statue of poet and novelist Sir Walter Scott. There are more statues around the square that draw tourists including Robert Burns and Lord Clyde.

For those who take pleasure in sports, Glasgow provides many opportunities for that also. Football is the most popular sport in the town by far.  In fact, there are 2 recognized rival teams in the town called the Rangers and the Celtic. There are also eighty golf courses in the area and many public tennis courts too.

Glasgow is really a town of traditions, history and entertainment. There are various modern day attractions to do or see including store shopping, the opera, performances and festivals. Of course, if history is your past-time then Glasgow has almost everything to offer from a historic standpoint. The architectural mastery and galleries and museums in the area will provide a wealth of information and facts for the history buff.

I really do hope that you will soon be planning enjoying a vacation in this incredible city and you will be pleased to discover that there are numerous first class Glasgow hotels and guest houses offering inexpensive rooms. Although hotels in Glasgow city centre are somewhat costly establishments situated just a little distance away can be far less costly.

posted by Vacation Home Rentals on Jun 26

The city of Cambridge is known all over the planet for being the home of the University of Cambridge, one of the most prestigious centres of learning in England. The University has a total of 31 colleges including; Queens’ College, Robinson College, St Catharine’s College and St Edmund’s College which dominate the city. Although large numbers of people arrive in Cambridge with their main aim being to view the University, Cambridge has so much more to see other than the colleges of the University.  Fortunately there is a large selection of bed and breakfasts in Cambridge to choose from (Important: more information in the last paragraph).

The city is an ancient town dating back to the medieval period and therefore there is a wealth of fantastic architecture. One can walk amongst the ancient streets, relax one of the many parks or gardens or even take a punt down the River Cam. If you like the idea of punting, then you could hire a punt or as an alternative one can hire a chauffeured punt. You will find a fair number of firms offering this facility along the river. Otherwise a small journey up and down the River Cam in a narrowboat.

Cambridge is also known for its churches, thirteen of which are located within the city confines. Of the thirteen churches found in Cambridge town centre it is All Saints Church which is reckoned to be one of the most fine samples of Gothic revival architecture in the country. A further noteworthy church is Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which is one of only 4 Norman round churches in the country. The tiniest church in Cambridge is the Church of St Peter’s, which hides in a quiet part of the town centre. Some of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the city and colleges of the University are to be found from the site of the Great St Mary’s Church, the University church.

As there is such a vast selection of tourist attractions to visit in Cambridge, it would be near impossible to see them all in just one day.  We therefore strongly advise that you stay for a minimum of two days in Cambridge. If you are in the process of deciding upon spending some time in the city of  Cambridge it is vital that you book your  lodgings at the earliest moment as, unfortunately guest houses and hotels in Cambridge tend to be amazingly busy and are frequently fully booked months in advance. If you are a large group you might find that Cambridge apartments prove to be less expensive option.

posted by Vacation Home Rentals on May 24

South Uist is located in the group of islands known as the Outer Hebrides (and also the Western Isles of Scotland. The islands which are inhabited are Isle of Harris, North Uist, South Uist, Lewis, Barra, Benbecula and Eriskay and a great many uninhabited islands. In the article below I talk about the Isle of South Uist and describe why the island is such a fantastic place to visit, also I suggest some South Uist hotels.

The islands of the Outer Hebrides are unique, they have wholly unique kinds of flora & fauna in a incredible countryside with some of the most awesome coastal areas in Britain. The Hebridean culture is a fascinating mix of Norse, Gaelic and Celtic influences, which could also be said to be somewhat unique.

On South Uist, especially in the western parts, you will find the most beautiful sandy beaches and a little inland large areas of land called machair. Machair is only found in this part of the world, it is a type of richly fertile, low-lying grassland which features masses of wildflowers during the spring and summer months. Many people believe that the beaches on South Uist are the best in the country, Britain, and possibly Europe.

The island is also an excellent venue to play golf. Askernish Golf Course is the oldest Hebridean course and it was designed by the famous Old Tom Morris (the designer of St Andrews’ Old Course) and some of the best in the country. Sadly the course was damaged and it desperately needs restoring before it can be played upon but you will find many other golf courses across the islands.

Obviously South Uist features masses of opportunities to indulge in a diverse range of sports. Surfing and other water sports are immensely popular and virtually everyone can go walking. Besides golf the most popular sport remains fishing though more cyclists appear year upon year.

Although the island of South Uist doesn’t feature a big list of galleries and museums it has sufficient to keep visitors entertained during wet weather. Places such as Kildonan Museum focus upon the history of South Uist and its association with Flora MacDonald and Charles Edward Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie).

Accommodation On South Uist

Polochar Inn is located in the town of Lochboisdale in the southerly region of the island. This is a 4 star rated South Uist hotel which overlooks the islands of Eriskay and Barra. All of the rooms are en-suite and they also have Wi-Fi.

Self catering on South Uist is superb for small groups and families. 10 Bun A Mhullin is a spacious self catering traditional Hebridean cottage/House on the Isle of Eriskay which is attached to South Uist by a small bridge.

If you are currently in the process of planning a South Uist vacation please take a look at our listings of Hotels on South Uist.