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Birmingham Travel Guide

Our Birmingham Travel Guide includes recommended places to visit and things to do, accommodation options, tips and more for this popular Midlands city. Everything you need to plan your visit and essential reading for any visitor to Birmingham! Situated in the middle of England and in the county of the West Midlands, Birmingham is a major vibrant, …

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Episode 61 – Lisa Olney’s 14-day UK itinerary exploring Tudor History and English Literature

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. In episode 61 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, join host Tracy Collins as she chats with special guest Lisa Olney for an exciting trip report. Lisa takes us on a 14-day journey through London and England, immersing herself in Tudor history …

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Episode 60 – Beyond London: Private Driver Guided Day Tours with Oz of My Tailored Tours

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. In episode 60 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast join us for a chat with Oz Harris, the founder of tour company My Tailored Tours. Oz shares insights about private tours and highlights the benefits of a personalized and flexible experience which …

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37 Best Hidden Gems in London [with map of locations]

When you visit London for the first time, it might be all about ticking off the big London landmarks. The River Thames, Westminster, Big Ben, St Paul’s, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square… the list goes on. And on.   But on a repeat visit – or if you simply like to see the …

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Episode 58 Edinburgh Travel 101: Essential Tips for First-Time Visitors

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. In episode 58 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, we discuss everything you need to know about visiting the beautiful city of Edinburgh. From recommended accommodations and transportation options to must-see attractions and tips for planning your itinerary we have you covered. …

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London in Fall | All You Should Know About Visiting London in Autumn

Visit London in fall and you’ll experience a truly magical time of the year. As the nights draw in and temperatures start to drop, the UK capital is all aglow with Halloween celebrations, bonfires and shades of orange ranging from amber to tangerine.  Add to that the falling leaves contrasting against lush green in the …

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Episode 57 – Exploring the UK on a Budget: Insider Tips for Affordable Travel

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. In episode 57 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast Tracy and Doug Collins share insider tips for budget-friendly UK travel. Click the blue button below to listen: Episode 57 – Show Notes Exploring the UK on a Budget: Insider Tips for Affordable …

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Episode 56 Trip Report with Kathryn Johnson – A First Time Journey through the UK

This post may contain compensated links. Please refer to my disclosure here for more information. In episode 56 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast I chat with guest Kathryn Johnson who recounts her family’s first visit to the UK in May 2023.  Click the blue button below to listen: Episode 56 – Show Notes Episode 56 Trip …

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