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London, England – London Museums are Free

Sponsored byRailconnection London isn’t the cheapest city in the world, nor is Britain the least expensive country. But Britain’s national museums and art galleries – both new and old – are free, beginning in December 2001. In the centre of London at Trafalgar Square is the National Gallery, containing one of the world’s finest collections [...]

September 2001 – Edinburgh, Scotland

A Sudden September I took a stroll through Edinburgh this morning, relishing what would be one of the last days of summer. Although the sun was still shining, its rays weren’t as warm as last week, and a crispness was evident in the air. The streets I walk down are getting quieter, and with the [...]

Swansea, Wales

Lodged in the spine of a half-moon bay, the maritime city of Swansea nestles in the shadow of seven hills, between roaming parklands and the lapping tides of an inspirational shoreline. The county of Swansea embraces the timeless peninsula of Gower, the U.K.’s first designated “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”; follow the bay at Swansea [...]

Norfolk, England

Norfolk may not be your first thought as a destination. In fact, for most people it may as well be another world. The independent market is still developing, with hostels and campsites covering most of the county. There are no major travel routes passing though, so most people don’t have a reason to be here. [...]

Military Tattoo (2 Aug 2001)

Normally the Esplanade is the walkway to the Castle, but during Festive August it becomes the showground for the Tattoo’s performers. (More photos coming soon!) 2 August 2001 Against a backdrop of an illuminated castle, and scenery in colours only Kodak could supply, what better way to start the Festival than with a big bang [...]

Manchester, England

Several years ago Manchester was re-christened Mad-chester by the music press, partly due to clubs like the Hacienda and bands like James and Oasis. The bushy eyebrowed ones have since vanished from the scene however – or maybe they finally lost their voices – and the big clubs are gone. The world remembers only Manchester [...]

Mama Mia – Here I Go Again! (2 Aug 2001)

The basement bar of Bentley’s, on the corner of Home and Tarvit streets, is a refuge for mike mavens. 2 August 2001 Mama Mia – Here I Go Again! As the pubs and clubs in Edinburgh extend their opening hours for the festive season, those with a desire to perform outside of the Fringe gather [...]

Links for Edinburgh’s Festivals, 2001

Festivals List Jazz & Blues Festival July 27-August 5 Office: 32 Market Street Box office: 0131 225 1188 Performers from all over the world turn the city into one big jazz club. Edinburgh Military Tattoo August 2-25 Office: 32 Market Street Box office: 0131 225 1188 Military and civilian performances from Scottish and worldwide forces [...]

Edinburgh’s International Arts Festivals

Edinburgh is in it’s prime this month. Warm, lazy days and long summer nights are filled with excitement and discovery as the city’s streets come to life with street performers and music. For August has brought with it Edinburgh’s international arts festivals and the hundreds of shows, exhibitions, performances and activities that make it all. [...]

Bournemouth, England

“Bournemouth? My gran lives there!” This is the refrain we locals tend to hear as we wander about the land, and to be honest there are plenty of OAPs in this lovely seaside town – but that’s not all. Bournemouth has grown beyond its original reputation of a retirement village and into that of a [...]