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Touring London, England

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This article is a summary of two tours in London, England offered by All London Tours. Telephone: 702-233-1627 or 888-609-5665.

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Discovery Tour

A friendly and knowledgeable driver-guide will pick you up from your London Hotel aboard a modern air-conditioned motor coach. This is a tour of ancient England.

Your first stop is at Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world and home to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. A visit to St George's Chapel & Queen Mary's Dolls' House is next. Duration is approximately one hour.

Your tour then journeys into England's ancient past at mysterious Stonehenge. Access to Stonehenge is very limited; however, you can take photos of this great monument from a distance.

The tour goes onto Bath, the only Hot Springs in the country. Bath is a museum of two periods in England's history, which are the Roman and the Georgian periods. You will spend approximately one hour for lunch in the Bath Assembly Rooms (meal not included in original tour price). You can get your lunch included at an extra cost.

There is a 3-hour guided panoramic tour of Bath in which you may explore the "lantern of the West" - Bath Abbey, see the much photographed Pulteney Bridge and visit the Roman Baths that made this city famous.

This tour involves quite a bit of walking. You will need to wear comfortable shoes and dress comfortably.

Highlights of the tour include:

• London hotel pickup and return in a comfortable modern air-conditioned motor coach with large viewing windows

• A descriptive narration throughout the day by a professional driver-guide

• First stop at Windsor Castle for an hour and catch the Changing of the Guard

• While at Windsor Castle, see Queen Mary's Dollhouse and St. George's Chapel for photo opportunities.

• Visit Stonehenge

• Visit ancient Roman city of Bath and see the original Roman Baths

• Discover the famous Georgian Pump Room

• Explore quaint old streets of Bath and enjoy a lunch at the Bath Assembly Rooms (meal not included in original tour package)

For more information about this tour call "All London Tours" at 702-233-1627 or 888-609-5665 or visit them online.

Double Decker Bus Tour

This is a sightseeing experience of London aboard a Double Decker bus visiting over 40 stops around town. The buses pass by each stop every 5 - 8 minutes during the summer and every 15 - 20 minutes during the rest of the year enabling you to hop on and off at a number of sights without having to wait too long.

Highlights include:

• Centrally located departure locations

• Double Decker bus pass (open top in summer months) is valid for 24 hours from first ride

• Approximate 2 hour ride if you don't hop or off

• Choice of taped commentaries in 6 languages or live commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Russian

• Every major London site is covered including the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral

• See or hop-off at Whitehall, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly

• The tour is a good introduction to London for great sightseeing and expert commentary.

• You can hop off at various locations and the next bus is only 15 minutes away until 5:30 p.m. (last bus)

For more information about the Double Decker Bus Tour in London England offered by "All London Tours," call 702-233-1627 or 888-609-5665 or visit them online.

Source: All London Tours Online

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By: Connie Limon

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Bath, England – The UK’s Only Naturally Occurring Hot Springs

admin — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 04:04:57 +0000

With a 2006 population of 90,000, Bath is located in the south west region of England and is built around the only naturally occurring Hot Springs in the UK (thus the name!). The Romans established it as a spa resort in 43 A.D., building bathing complexes and temples in the surrounding area.

During the Middle Ages, Bath prospered mainly through its wool trading, but in the 18th century Bath became a center of fashionable life, and many of its cultural and architectural landmarks were constructed. Today, Bath is known for its beautifully preserved Georgian architectural structures. Probably the most well-known is the Royal Crescent, a fabulous structure of connected Georgian houses built between 1767 and 1775. A short stroll away is a curved group of 30 Georgian townhouses called the Circus.

Although the primary style of architecture in Bath is Georgian, the 16th century Norman Bath Abbey is a striking architectural feature of the city. It is one of the largest examples of perpendicular Gothic architecture. You'll also notice many Roman archaeological sites cordoned off throughout the center of the city.

Bath also features many fine museums, including the Victoria Art Gallery, the Museum of East Asian Art, and of course the Roman Baths. Jane Austen lived in the city from 1801 to 1806, and although it is known that she did not particularly like the city, nonetheless there is a Jane Austen Centre which is a tribute to her.

Tourism is a major industry in Bath, with about 5 million visitors coming every year. The city is well-equipped to handle this influx, with about 100 restaurants and the same amount of bars and pubs. There are also open top bus tours as well as river tours and walking tours. The city finally created a modern spa in 2006 in an effort to return to the glory days of the Roman baths.

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Secret Holidays in England

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:40:26 +0000

When you think of holidays in England I wonder what images enter your head first? Maybe the famous red buses in London? Or possibly the splendour of Windsor Castle, the Tower of London or Buckingham Palace?

All of those images point to some great features of England for visitors but there is a hidden side to the country. If you try and move away from the well-trodden routes of the tourist trail you’ll find some real gems.

A great example of this is the South West of England. This is a region of the country that is sometimes overlooked by visitors and yet contains all of the key elements for a wonderful stay. You can certainly be forgiven for knowing little about this area, so maybe you’re unaware that it contains the finest Roman spa town in the country, sandy beaches, an indoor rainforest and some great surfing. A real mixture for all the family!

There are so many wonderful places to visit in the south west that it’s difficult to know where to start. Indeed, you’ll find that this article only gives you a small taster of what the region has to offer.

To begin with, let’s turn our attention to Bath, the unique city that is a World Heritage Site. The city of Bath was founded before the Romans even arrived in the British Isles but it is the Romans who expanded the city and helped to build its reputation. This was primarily due to their construction of the extensive Roman Baths complex, which is still open to visitors. Indeed, you’re still able to drink the spa water, produced from a natural spring!

The city is also renowned for its splendid and distinctive Georgian architecture – nowhere is this more evident than when you see the Georgian crescents. As you would expect of an English city, you’ll also find a more modern mix of shops, restaurants, theatres and pubs. The beauty of Bath is that the modern and the ancient seem to live side by side.

Elsewhere in South West England, Cornwall is a hidden gem that seems to have remained that way despite the fondness of the English for visiting the county on their own holidays.

The world famous Eden Project has provided a central focus for tourism in the region but it is by no means all that is on offer. You’ll find quaint, traditional seaside towns, as well as modern locations where you can relax on the beach and even enjoy the best surfing conditions in the country (St Ives is particularly popular for this pursuit).

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Top 10 Must See Attractions in England

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:04:15 +0000

Big Ben

The name 'Big Ben' doesn't refer to the entire clock tower, only to the thirteen-ton bell that strikes on the hour. It has been suggested that the name Big Ben is derived from a popular heavyweight boxer by the name of Benjamin Caunt, however, the story today seems to be that it was named after Sir Benjamin Hall, a prominent politician at the time who was the Parliamentary Commissioner of Works. 2009 marks the 150th anniversary of the Clock Tower and the Bell.

Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament, also known as The Palace of Westminster, incorporates The House of Lords, Westminster Hall and The House of Commons. You can visit the Houses of Parliament and experience the proceedings from the public gallery, take a tour of the buildings, or climb the Clock Tower!

The Tower of London

The Tower of London is, formerly both a royal palace and fortress, is actually the oldest palace and fortress in Europe. It's a huge landmark in England and a popular visitor attraction. The Tower is located on the banks of the River Thames and at the edge of the vibrant city of London City.

Bath

Bath is a wonderful city with much to offer. It's located in the Somerset countryside and as the name suggests it's home to ancient Roman baths (hot springs) that date back over 2,000 years. Bath is a vibrant city that'll keep you entertained from morning to night and it's only about 100 miles west of London.

Stonehenge

Stonehenge is a hugely popular tourist attraction. It draws thousands each year and fails to amaze its visitors. Stonehenge is an impressive prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire and belongs to the World Heritage Site.

Stonehenge comprises of earthworks that are surrounded by a large circle of tall standing stones and several hundred burial monuments. Some archaeologists believe that the iconic stone monument was erected around 2500 BC.

Wimbledon

Wimbledon is a suburb of London and is located just seven miles south west of Charing Cross. For the last century Wimbledon has been known world wide as the home of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Wimbledon has much to offer from great restaurants and cafés to shopping streets, centres and souvenir shops.

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is the oldest and occupied castle of its kind in the world. It's the official home of the Queen of England. Steeped in history it dates back almost 1,000 years. You can avail of a tour of the castle while you learn of the history. Please note opening hours vary and are subject to change.

Kew Gardens

Kew Gardens, also known as the Royal Botanic Gardens are one of the World's leading Botanic Gardens. The Kew Gardens are located beside the River Thames just 10km south west of Central London. Set on 300 acres of amazing landscaped gardens a trip to Kew Gardens is a must.

Westminster Abbey

Westminister Abbey is a wonderful example of a Gothic church located in Westminister. The Abbey is the traditional place of coronation and burial for English Monarchs. A visit to the Abbey is highly recommended and you can avail of tours and learn of the rich history from times past.

The Lake District

The Lake District, also known as The Lakes or Lakeland, is a rural area in North West England and is a very popular holiday destination. It's famous for its lakes and it's linked to the early 19th century poetry and writings of poet William Wordsworth.

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