Liverpool is a city with masses of personality and culture, sure to have something for just about anyone, its a great city to visit. It sits in the northwest of England just by where the River Mersey meets the Irish Sea and is home to around 496 thousand people. Famous for being the hometown of the legendary band The Beatles they hold music dear to them and there’s a lot of entertainment to be had around the city.
8 reasons to visit
Great music is all around.
Well known for their football club the atmosphere on game day is unbeatable.
There’s an abundance of great food for you to sample.
There’s a beautiful waterfront to be visited.
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The days out are never ending.
It has more museums and galleries than any other city in the UK.
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It’s incredibly diverse.
There’s tons of beautiful architecture.
Places to visit
Of course you have to visit the birthplace of The Beatles, Penny Lane.
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Price rating
Hotel accomodation – Booking.com Ranging from £70 to £630
Things to do
Eat your way around Ancoat, a dream place for foodies.
Grab a great cup of coffee and relax.
Immerse yourself in music and pick up some cool records from one of the many record stores.
Test different craft beers, from some of the best craft beer producers in the world.
Places stay
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Aparthotel Adagio Liverpool City Centre
The Print Work apartments
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Weather guide
The coldest month in Liverpool is January, so be sure to wrap up warm if you’re visiting at the beginning of the year!
Essential Information
Despite the reputation its got, Liverpool city centre is a fairly safe place to visit.
Getting around
We recommend utilising their buses to travel around the city.
As one of the most beautiful villages you’ll likely ever see The Cotswolds is somewhere everyone can appreciate. With lots of options for hospitality it’s a great place to visit if you’re looking for some indulgence and relaxation. What’s more if you’re someone with a love for the outdoors there are plenty of picturesque walks just waiting to be had.
8 reasons to visit
1. All the food is made with love and waiting to be enjoyed.
2. Enjoy great family days out at the farms and parks.
3. There are plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in history such as Sudeley Castle and the Chedworth Roman Villa.
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5. Admire the charming cottages and incredible houses.
6. For the 17th century cider houses and the real ale pubs.
7. To see how much they love cheese, and who doesn’t!?
8. If there isn’t enough for you there it’s a brilliant gateway to some fantastic cities, such as Bath, Oxford and Cheltenham.
Places to visit
Stow-on-the-Wold, a wonderful market town perched right on the top of a holl.
Kingham, a quaint village with some lovely spots for a tasty lunch.
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Broadway, as one of the larger villages its a great option to visit, while you’re there be sure to take a look at the 16th Century Snowshill Manor.
The Slaughters, twin villages that can really let you experience that beautiful quiet life.
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Price rating
The cost of living is higher than the UK average so make sure you take a good bit of money on your trip with you.
Things to do
Visit Gloucester Cathedral.
Visit Birdland and wonder at their vast array of bird speicies.
Have a go at The Dragonfly Maze.
Go to the Cotswold Motoring Museum.
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Have a day out at Pittville Park.
Places stay
The Lygon Arms
Stow Lodge Hotel
The Riverside
The Greenway Hotel & Spa
Weather guide
July is the warmest month and sunniest month of the year to visit the Cotswolds
As one of the major cities of England, Manchester is a great option for a city break. It sits in the northwest of the city and has a rich industrial background that can still be seen today. With a population of around 553 thousand and masses of culture, Manchester has a lot for you to see and a lot of people for you to meet.
8 reasons to visit
The architecture is mesmerising
To witness their love of sport
Its central to lots of other wonderful places.
Great food everywhere.
They know how to party.
Lots of culture.
Small shops with hidden gems.
Its an artsy city with lots for you to see.
Places to visit
Casterfield, visit the first Urban Heritage Park of Great Britain
John Rylands Library, a beautiful Gothic style Victorian style building with an almost fantasy feel.
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Cloud 23, drinker or not this is a bar you just have to visit at least once.
Canal Street, what they call Manchester Gay Village, with good fun to be had at plentiful restaurants and bars.
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Things to do
Eat your way around Ancoat, a dream place for foodies.
Grab a great cup of coffee and relax.
Immerse yourself in music and pick up some cool records from one of the many record stores.
Test different craft beers, from some of the best craft beer producers in the world.
Regularly considered one of the worlds most friendly cities.
Great food in abundance.
World-class museums and attractions.
Legendary music scene.
Major museums and galleries.
Glasgow cathedral.
You can chill out in the Glasgow Botanic Gardens.
Its a city saturated with personality.
Places to visit
Kelvingrove Art Gallery And Museum
Hunterian Museum And Art Gallery
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As mentioned above the beautiful Botanic Gardens The Science Centre. The mesmerising Cathedral.
Price rating
Its a great plus that Glasgow is a relatively affordable city to visit.
Things to do
Glengoyne Distillery.
Visit the Necropolis.
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Take a look at the Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel.
Have a day at the Clydeside Distillery.
Places stay
Hampton by Hilton
The Z Hotel
The Renaissance Apartment
Weather guide
Glasgow gets more rain than anywhere else in the UK so best to not forget to pack your raincoat and umbrella.
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Essential Information
Biggest threat in this incredibly safe city is petty thefts so be wary.
Getting around
Make use of the great subway service available in Glasgow, it takes around 24 minutes to go around the entire city.
A range of wonderful restaurants to have some great food.
Lots of historical houses and castles.
The arts and entertainment.
The Doctor Who experience.
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Home to the world-renowned Welsh National Opera.
Victorian and Edwardian arcades filled with shops for a day of indulging.
Wonderful Wales around the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.
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Great pubs with welcoming atmospheres.
Places to visit
Cardiff Castle.
Wales Millennium Centre.
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Cardiff Bay.
Castell Coch.
Bute Park.
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Price rating
Cardiff is relatively cheap when you consider it as the capital city of Wales and the
Things to do
The iconic Doctor Who experience.
Check out what acts are on at the Principality Stadium.
Relax and take a break at Bute Park.
Visit the National Museum.
Places stay
Hotel Indigo Cardiff
The Angel Hotel
Hilton Cardiff
Radisson Blu Hotel
Weather guide
Cardiff weather can vary greatly but on average it tends to be cold for about half of the year with July being the hottest month.
Essential Information
As it is a capital city be cautious walking around alone late due to the risk of becoming a victim of crime.
Getting around
You can easily get to wherever you would like to be by foot or alternatively rent a bike as there are pay as you go bikes dotted all over the city.
