In episode 176 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy Collins welcomes listener Lauren Eanes to share her family’s literary-themed adventure across England. Lauren, a Lutheran pastor from Virginia, crafted a sabbatical trip for her blended family of six using their shared love of books to design an unforgettable itinerary. From visiting sites that inspired…
In episode 175 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is once again joined by Lisa Benjamin from Go Cotswolds to dive deep into Stratford-upon-Avon, the world-renowned birthplace of William Shakespeare and a destination that deserves more than just a day trip. Together they share why Stratford is the perfect place to slow down and…
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In episode 174 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with UK Travel Planning’s resident train travel expert Doug about his recent six-week rail adventure across the UK. From London to Scotland and back again, Doug shares highlights from travelling the length and breadth of Britain by train, visiting major cities, charming rural stations…
In episode 173 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with guest Laura about how she turned her 60th birthday into a 15-day adventure across England and Scotland. Blending solo travel with accessible, mobility-aware planning, Laura shares how a little preparation and flexibility can transform a trip into something truly special. You’ll hear how…
In episode 172 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy shares a special conversation with Cate from the Germany Travel Planning Podcast, all about how to make the most of a London layover. Whether you have just one day or two between flights, this episode is filled with practical advice for seeing the best of…
In episode 171 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined by UKTP rail expert Doug Collins to unpack the Night Riviera sleeper from London Paddington to Penzance. Doug shares the essentials for booking, checking in, and making the most of your journey, including how to access the First Class lounge at Paddington, when…
In episode 170 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, we share everything you need to plan an unforgettable Christmas or New Year trip to London. From what’s open and closed over the holidays to how to get around when public transport stops and why booking ahead for Christmas Day meals is essential, we’ve got you…
In episode 169 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug share fifteen of the most frequent pitfalls travellers face when exploring Scotland, from underestimating distances and misjudging the weather to focusing only on Edinburgh and Skye while missing other incredible regions. They also highlight cultural slip-ups, such as mispronouncing place names, overlooking local…
In episode 168 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Amy from Texas shares her dream first trip to England with her husband, Mark. Their two-week journey blended London’s iconic landmarks, literary pilgrimages, and the charm of the English countryside. Highlights included Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, and quiet…
In episode 167 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy Collins is joined once again by Karen for a lively chat about her favourite London experiences. This episode goes beyond the classic sights to explore the moments and traditions that make London unforgettable. Tracy shares her top picks, including festive afternoon teas, hidden historical gems,…