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Whether it's a quirky boutique hotel in Soho or Georgian elegance in Mayfair, this guide to the top 10 hotels in London will help you find a hotel that suits.
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United Kingdom travel guides
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Top 10 hotels in London
Whether it's a quirky boutique hotel in Soho or Georgian elegance in Mayfair, this guide to the top 10 hotels in London will help you find a hotel that suits.
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A Great Britain travel guide – remote castles and buzzing cities on a island that revels in its non-conformity.
Holidays in Britain take in urban thrills, village cricket and cliff-top coastal walks. From deer-filled royal parks to snug pubs and cities packed with contemporary culture, book a hotel in Britain to explore this diverse island.
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Winter holidays in Edinburgh
Winter holidays in Edinburgh are sparkling affairs. Christmas lights dazzle, ice-skaters swirl and fireworks light up the sky. Long evenings are warmed though with malt whisky in cosy bars, where locals relax in front of a roaring fire. Book a winter hotel in Edinburgh to celebrate the season in style.
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Summer holidays in London
Summer holidays in London mean sunny afternoon walks and long evenings watching the sunset from a hilltop. Festivals light up the South Bank, and cricket matches mark a quintessentially English summer day. Book a London hotel for a summer break to enjoy the vibrant capital in its warmest season.
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Top 10 family things to do in Edinburgh
From underground alleyways to bendy mirrors, historic Edinburgh has a world of entertainment for all ages. Book an Edinburgh hotel to experience the city with this guide to the top 10 family things to do in Edinburgh.
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Top 10 family things to do in London
From creating a picture of a knight to rowing in the park, visitors young and old will find many family-friendly activities in London. Enjoy the city and entertain everyone with this insider’s guide to the best of family-friendly London.
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A Notting Hill Carnival travel guide – fabulous floats, calypso sounds and dancing in the streets
Be part of Europe’s largest street festival on a Notting Hill Carnival holiday in the streets of west London. Book Notting Hill Carnival hotels early and experience the wide diversity, shimmering colours and Caribbean sounds of the capital’s unbeatable sunshine party.
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An Edinburgh Festivals travel guide – August is festivals month in the Athens of the north
Edinburgh in August transforms itself from prim Scottish capital to artistic throng. Festival fever doesn’t let up until the International Festival’s final firework fizzles out in early September. With six major festivals competing for attention, Edinburgh Festivals holidays require quality Edinburgh Festivals hotels for some dedicated sleeping time.
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An Edinburgh Castle travel guide – heraldry and history in Edinburgh’s most striking building
Standing sentry over the Old Town, Edinburgh Castle is the city’s ancient heart. Edinburgh Castle holidays mean more than just dry history in Scotland’s most elegant city. With hotels near Edinburgh Castle strung along the Royal Mile, it is the perfect place to stay in Edinburgh.
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An Edinburgh travel guide – funky festivals, winding medieval alleyways and graceful Georgian architecture
Your Edinburgh city break might be for the world-famous festival, but book an Edinburgh hotel any time of year and discover what makes the dynamic Scottish capital tick.
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A Leeds travel guide – elegant shopping arcades, imaginative family sightseeing and famous nightlife
A Leeds city break takes you straight to one of the liveliest and busiest towns in northern England, just a short drive from majestic Yorkshire countryside. Book a Leeds hotel for Victorian heritage with a sleek modern face.
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Top 10 theatre destinations in the world
Book a hotel to tap your toes to a Broadway musical or watch a three-act play with this guide to the top 10 theatre destinations for English speakers.
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A British Museum travel guide – the world’s riches on view for free
In the heart of London’s Bloomsbury, a British Museum holiday opens up one of the world’s greatest collections of treasures. For 250 years, visitors have flocked to hotels near the British Museum to soak up human history.
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Top 10 historic things to do in Edinburgh
From medieval gallows to a floating royal holiday home, follow this inspirational guide to Edinburgh’s Top 10 historic things to do to see the city in a different light.
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Short breaks in Edinburgh – two days of medieval lanes, hill-top views and quirky shopping
Edinburgh is a compact city, so you can squeeze a lot into a short break in Edinburgh. Book an Edinburgh hotel and explore Scotland’s multi-faceted capital in its medieval, Georgian and dockside quarters.
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Top 10 shopping experiences in Birmingham
From designer malls to hand-crafted jewels, vintage markets to Indian spice stores, you’re sure to find whatever you’re looking for on one of these top 10 Birmingham shopping experiences.
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Summer holidays in Manchester
A summer holiday in Manchester brings new life to the city – festival artists and market traders replace the football crowds and university students. Book a summer hotel in Manchester to see this always lively city take on fresh burst of energy.
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Summer holidays in Edinburgh
Over a million arts fans opt for a summer break in Edinburgh during the festival season, but there’s much more besides. Book an Edinburgh hotel for summer sunshine and long evenings, alfresco dining and colourful blooms.
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A Lake District travel guide – dramatic Lakeland scenery, bustling market towns and literary homes
Lake District holidays conjure up images of sweeping hills, craggy peaks and glistening lakes. Book a Lake District hotel for landscapes that have inspired writers and artists for centuries.
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A Cornwall travel guide – a surfer’s paradise with cliff-path treks and local cider
Hedgerow-lined, narrow lanes dissect rolling farmland at Britain’s south-western foot. Holidays in Cornwall mean you’re never more than 30 minutes’ drive from the nearest stretch of Atlantic coast. Book a Cornwall hotel for pirate legends and the taste of Cornish pasties and clotted cream teas.
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Top 10 cultural things to do in Liverpool
Modern art and pop heritage, ancient artefacts and seafaring history – Liverpool overflows with culture. Explore the city and discover its highlights with this guide to cultural Liverpool.
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A Cotswolds travel guide – natural beauty in the heart of England
Holidays in the Cotswolds take in limestone villages, classic English manor houses and hillside gardens. Cotswold hotels place you at the heart of the rural life that makes the region a magnet for outdoor types.
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A China travel guide – an eastern odyssey of ancient culture, frenetic shopping and sizzling stir- frys
Holidays in China come in a million flavours. Book hotels in China and range over thousands of miles from dynamic coastal cities to the raw natural beauty of the western interior.
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A Nottingham travel guide – market squares, castle caves and global dining
Tales of 13th-century outlaw Robin Hood mesmerise visitors on a Nottingham city break. Victorian lace mills, the River Trent and market square are part of the city’s charm, and a thriving bar and dining scene keeps the city on its toes. Book a Nottingham hotel to explore this central England town.
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An Aberdeen travel guide – maritime culture, ancient castles and gateway to the Cairngorms
Scottish port city Aberdeen has long been an outward-looking place. An Aberdeen city break can take in the medieval heart of Old Aberdeen and high-spirited nightlife in the University quarter. Make an Aberdeen hotel your jumping-off point for exploring the region’s pristine beaches, mountains and ancient castles.
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A Bristol travel guide – hilly landscapes, city waterways and cultural gems
A Bristol city break is a vibrant experience. Book a Bristol hotel in this picturesque West Country port city and explore Bristol’s harbour, maritime heritage and lively restaurants.
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A Birmingham travel guide – canalside galleries, eclectic shopping and world-class curries
Find diverse shopping, cutting-edge art and a global dining scene on a Birmingham city break. Book a Birmingham hotel to enjoy this lively West Midlands city.
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A Blackpool travel guide – kiss-me-quick summers, Victorian seaside pastimes and warming winter illuminations
Take a Blackpool City break in this seaside resort for English heritage with a cheeky front. Find Victorian theatres and peaceful nature reserves alongside the lively piers and Pleasure Beach. Book a Blackpool hotel to be entertained and revived in the great Lancashire outdoors.
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A Stratford-upon-Avon travel guide – high drama in the heart of England as swans glide down the Avon
In the heart of England, Stratford-upon-Avon holidays combine the best of British culture and rural landscape. A stay in Stratford-upon-Avon’s hotels opens up the possibilities of lazy days in the countryside and a night at the theatre.
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Top 10 Manchester nightlife moments
Manchester nightlife switches on like a light bulb after dark. Book a Manchester hotel then dine on eclectic world flavours, pick your strip for bar-hopping, or soak up some refined culture at one of the city’s famous venues.
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Where to stay in Manchester – a travel guide to Manchester’s neighbourhoods
Choose a Manchester hotel in a central neighbourhood to bring you closer to the city’s industrial heritage and sparkling nightlife.
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A Belfast travel guide – a city reborn with modern dining and traditional pub nights
A Belfast city break offers visitors a new view of Northern Ireland’s first city. Experience grand Victorian buildings transformed into luxury Belfast hotels and cultural centres. Make the most of the famous Belfast welcome with modern Irish dining and traditional music in pubs.
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Top 10 cultural things to do in Cardiff
A talent for hitting high notes, a strong sense of identity and forward-thinking architecture have made Cardiff one of Europe's most culturally exciting cities. Book a Cardiff hotel and immerse yourself in Cardiff‘s culture.
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A Cardiff travel guide – a fairytale castle, a glittering bay and organic food markets
The Welsh spirit shines through on a Cardiff city break. Book a Cardiff hotel to experience a city with a vibrant arts scene, dazzling waterfront and a taste of the great outdoors.
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Winter holidays in London
A winter holiday in London means crisp mornings wandering royal parks, shopping streets dazzling with Christmas lights, and twirling skaters on glistening ice-rinks. Book a winter hotel in London and prepare yourself for unexpected seasonal delights.
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Top 10 free things to do in London
Dinosaurs and Damien Hirst, evensong and observatories – the best things in London life really are free. See the city and save those pennies with this guide to the best of free London.
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Top 10 nightlife things to do in Glasgow
Traditional Celtic music, a cosmopolitan café culture and underground rock gigs make up the melting pot of Glasgow nightlife. Book a Glasgow hotel close to this welcoming city centre.
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Short breaks in London - 48 hours of markets, museums and musicals
You can’t see it all on a short break in London. Cram in the best experiences with just a few nights in a London hotel by'following this inspirational itinerary.
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A London travel guide - Street fashion, a world of cuisine and 2000 years of history
A London city break means something different to every visitor. Some will find a procession of historic palaces and sweeping parks, others a whirl of ground-breaking nightclubs and cutting-edge galleries. Book a London hotel and discover your personal version of this city of a hundred villages.
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Where to stay in London - a travel guide to London's neighbourhoods
Choosing where to stay in London is the key to a stress-free visit. Book the right London hotel using this guide to the city’s central neighbourhoods.