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London’s Cinnamon Bun Trail: Unveiling the Capital’s Finest Cinnamon Buns

London is an endless culinary field. Being a multicultural megacity has its advantages, and even though the UK is not known as a foodie country, the capital has a huge variety of options of any kind (check our Best World Restaurants in London by Country post!). Pastries are not the exception, and cinnamon buns have […]

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A tourist’s guide to York: 6 essential things to do

Collaborative post York is consistently acclaimed as one of the best destinations in the UK – and with good reason. A rich history underpins the city, still visible in the 13th-century city walls, castle ruins, Tudor streets and magnificent York Minster. Alongside a buzzing modern culture of live music, arts events, and first-class restaurants, there

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East London Gangsters and Murderers Iconic Places

East London, now a trendy and hipster place (in some areas only), used to be notorious for its deep poverty, overcrowding and associated social problems, illegal activities and crime. Notable crimes in the area include the Ratcliff Highway murders (1811); the killings committed by the London Burkers (apparently inspired by Burke and Hare) in Bethnal Green (1831); the notorious serial killings of

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Best destinations for a long weekend away from London

Collaborative post Living in London means that you have it all on your doorstep: beautiful historical sites, modern museums and monuments, great shopping and nightlife, and glorious country parks. However, sometimes to clamour and chaos of the capital becomes a bit too much to bear, particularly during the peak tourist seasons. For those who are

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Discover Lake District. Grasmere to Ambleside hiking

Lake District is considered (probably) the best area for hiking in the UK. Lakes, green paths, picturesque towns and more. So let’s start by introducing the area. Lake District The Lake District, also known as the Lakes or Lakeland, is a mountainous region and a popular holiday destination in North West England. It is famous for its lakes, forests, and mountains and

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