About England
As part of the United Kingdom, England covers a little over half of the European island Great Britain. It also includes hundreds of small islands, such as, Isle of Wight and Isles of Scilly. England shares boundaries with Wales to the west and Scotland to the north. The capital is London and outside this metropolitan area are 48 ceremonial counties. England is a constitutional monarchy governed by the United Kingdom Parliament. United Kingdom includes England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Palace of Westminster is the seat of the United Kingdom Parliament. There are 14 British Overseas Territories, as remnant of the historic British Empire. They are self-governing, with support from United Kingdom for defense and foreign relations. Below are England Travel Guides and British Overseas Territories from my travels.
England’s climate is a temperate maritime with temperatures ranging from as low as 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) in winter and up to 32 degrees C (90 degrees F) in summer. Rainfall is about the same all year round and highest in the west and Lake District. Being close to the Atlantic Ocean, warmed by the Gulf Stream, England remains warmer than other parts of the world at the similar latitudes. United Kingdom is not part of the European Union, and the currency is the British Pound.
England Travel Guides & British Overseas Territories
Stonehenge and Bath Tours: The Perfect Day Trip in England
Stonehenge and Bath Tours make for a wonderful day trip to recapture England’s dramatic history. On a clear December day, my friend and I traveled with Premium Tours Company to visit these sacred sites. We met an early morning in London, with our tour guide and group of about 20, taking a small bus. Exploring England’s…
Historic London Walking Tour and 3-Day Itinerary
A London walking tour is the best way to experience the iconic and historic attractions.Before Christmastime a friend and I had 3 full days. We walked nonstop taking in the famous sites in Tower Hamlets, Westminster, Soho and Bloomsbury districts. Here, we explored the cultural icons, such as, Tower of London and Bridge, Tate Museum,…
The Iconic & Historic Rock of Gibraltar Highlights Tour
So, what is your “Rock of Gibraltar” in life? What gives you strength and stability? Well, there’s nothing like experiencing the real thing, to absorb the rock’s positive qualities. I truly had one of the best days of my life here, taking in the epic views. Where else can you see all at once the…
A Victor Hugo’s Hauteville House Tour in Guernsey on British Channel Islands
Victor Hugo’s Hauteville House offers the rare opportunity to delve into the heart and soul of the famous French writer. Here, on the charming British Channel Island, Guernsey, Hugo lived in exile for 14 years while publishing his most famous works, Les Miserables. Additionally, through Hauteville House, Hugo expressed his sensitivities as an Interior Decorator. …
Port Stanley, Falkland Islands – Stunning Landscapes, Penguins & Shipwrecks
If you’re looking for a remote and unique destination with incredible natural beauty and wildlife, consider the Falkland Islands. As the world’s most southern capital city, just off the Argentina coast, Stanley is unexpectedly very British. Overall, this British Overseas Territory offers travelers the special opportunity to experience a blend of wild landscapes in a…
The Caribbean’s Grand Cayman Beaches, Snorkeling and Shopping
Where else can you have the best beaches, snorkeling and shopping all in one place, other than the Caribbean’s Grand Cayman? The luxurious beaches and coral reefs, along with tax-free shopping make for a splendid vacation. As an Acupuncturist-at-Sea, I visited this port-of-call and love sharing ways to enjoy Grand Cayman. https://www.flickr.com/photos/185512555@N02/50569890958/in/album-72157715109578973/ Grand Cayman is…
The Beatle’s Magical Mystery Tour in Liverpool – Let It Be
The British port, Liverpool is the hometown and genesis of the revolutionary, English rock band, The Beatles. Liverpool is a compact, colorful music town from which to enjoy the roots of the Beatles story afoot or by tour. I enjoyed my fun-filled Beatles-themed day here! Read on to learn about what I discovered on how…
