In episode 162 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy welcomes guests Merry and Chris Paxton from Minnesota to share stories from their epic four-week road trip in the UK. From exploring the castle ruins and Neolithic stone circles of South Wales, Cornwall, and Dorset to celebrating VE Day in Plymouth and discovering Roman ruins…
In episode 161 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug reveal the 12 most common mistakes first-time visitors make when planning a trip to London, and how to avoid them! From overpacking your itinerary and missing key attractions due to late bookings, to picking the wrong accommodation zone and confusing UK tipping customs,…
In episode 160 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by Vivien Cannon, manager of the St Albans City Centre BID, to spotlight the charm and rich history of St Albans – just 20 minutes by train from London. Discover why this lively city, with its Roman ruins, stunning cathedral, medieval clock tower,…
In episode 159 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by Doug for an in-depth guide to visiting the beautiful city of Bath. Whether you’re planning a day trip from London or a longer stay, this episode is packed with essential tips to help you make the most of your visit. Tracy and…
In episode 158 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with Rita Fox, who recently explored England and Scotland with her wife, Katie, on a deeply personal, genealogy-themed adventure. Rita shares how she researched their ancestry, built an itinerary around meaningful locations, and experienced the powerful emotions of walking in their ancestors’ footsteps. If…
In episode 157 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug uncover the 15 most common mistakes travellers make when navigating the UK by train and how to avoid them. Drawing on Doug’s extensive experience working in the UK rail industry and their work helping thousands of travellers via consultations, their dedicated UK Train…
In episode 156 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by returning guest Deborah Harsen for another inspiring trip report. Deb shares how she planned her sixth UK adventure, covering highlights from England’s east coast and Northumberland. She offers smart train travel tips, standout tours and memorable stays, along with a few hidden…
In episode 155 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by Doug to share 15 essential UK road trip tips to help you avoid the most common mistakes travellers make. From unexpected delays and quirky road rules to rental car advice, parking pitfalls, weather warnings, and the golden rule (don’t drive in London),…
In episode 154 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy welcomes New Zealander (and fellow podcaster at Aotearoa Adventures) Abigail Hannah for a special winter trip report. Join them as Abigail shares honest insights from her month-long journey across the UK, including festive Christmas experiences in London, coastal walks in Brighton, and cosy family time…
In episode 153 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug share everything you need to plan a smooth and memorable visit to Stonehenge. From how to get there from London or Bath to choosing the best tours and tickets, they cover all the essentials. Hear their first-hand advice on what to expect on…