Llandudno

Llandudno is a lovely Victorian-era seaside resort. It is located on the picturesque north coast of Wales. At one time it was a favourite spot of Queen Victoria. The town has an old-world charm. Located between the cities of Bangor and Chester it is easy to reach by road and rail. There are many things to do and see.

Bronze Age Copper Mines offer a tour which includes a talk about the mine and you can see tools that were found in excavation.

Alicein Wonderland Trail offers a trip along the way which Alice took. The author Carrol was inspired by this town and in this exhibit there are expertly crafted statues all over the town.

Bishop’s Quarry is a large exposed rock that is close to the Great Orme Summit Complex. Here you can see pre-historic fossils and get great views of the Snowdonian Mountains.

Oriel Mostyn Gallery exhibits the contemporary art and design works of local artists.

The Pier which is the longest and finest in Wales is the second longest Victorian pier in Britain. Here you can find themed gift shops.

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Home Front Museum incorporates a recreation of a war-era street and has long been a popular tourist destination.

Have some fun and take a ride on the Victorian Tramway up to the summit of the Great Orme. It was built in 1902 and is the only remaining cable-hauled tramway in Great Britain. At the summit you will find a small selection of shops, a café and a bar. It also offers fantastic views of the North Wales coast.

BodafonFarm Park is a working farm where you can see llamas, deer, goats and a bird of prey sanctuary. There are pony rides, café facilities and a band on Thursdays.

At the east end of the promenade you can take a dip in the lovely, large paddling pool.

On the west side of the pier you can take stairs to some rock pools.

Llandudno has lots of choices for accommodation. There are various family run bed and breakfast place where you can get a basic room and a generic cooked breakfast. You also have a choice of hotels that range in size and quality.

Among the choices you have are the Royal Hotel housed in a Victorian-era building that is conveniently close to the town’s attractions. It offers Wi-Fi and on-site parking. There is also the Broadway Hotel which was built in 1865 and is located on the edge of the Town Centre and just 200 yards from the seafront.

So come and explore and play in the sand and the sun Llandudno offers lots for families to do and enjoy. The accommodations are comfortable and budget friendly. 

Liverpool Home of the Beatles

Liverpool Home of the Beatles

Liverpool is a city in Merseyside, England and it is famous for its great and vibrant nightlife, football teams and the world popular Beatles. It was awarded the title of European Capital of Culture in 2008 and the city’s famous Pier Head Waterfront is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lots of popular rock and roll artists come from Liverpool and were part of the British Invasion to the U.S. in the 1960s. Among the attractions which draw tourists is Europe’s Oldest Chinatown and the famous Grand National Horse Race held on the outskirts of the city in Aintree.

Tourists come to see St. George’s Hall on Lime Street. This is a gargantuan building in the Greco-Roman style built by wealthy merchants to the people living in the city. Inside you can see one of the best church organs in Europe.

The World Museum has a wonderful collection of British rocketry exhibits and the best Egyptology collection outside of London.

A must see is Albert Dock and is located in the largest collection of Grade I listed buildings in the U.K. Here old warehouses have been converted into apartments, shops, restaurants, pubs, hotels, galleries and museums.

At Albert Dock you will also find the Beatles Story which is the only museum in the world to be entirely themed on the Beatles. On display are their instruments and other artefacts. Other attractions based on the Beatles include their homes, Penny Lane, commemorative statues, Strawberry Fields and much more.

Tourists can also choose to take guided tours including “hop-on, hop-off” buses or guided walking tours. Also a great way to see Liverpool on one of the city’s open-top buses. Tours include:

·         The Magical Mystery Tour for Beatles fans. It takes tourists around to the places associated with the popular four both in the city centre and in the suburbs.

·         Liverpool Entente Cordial Tours guide people around the city and offer tours in both English and French.

·         The Beatles Fab Four Taxi Tour takes you to the childhood homes of the Fab Four.

When touring is done for the day it’s time to find a place to relax and sleep. One place which won’t cost too much is Belvedere Hotel which is a bed and breakfast. It offers tourists a basic room with a shared toilet and shower. Included in the price is a full English breakfast in the downstairs living room. The hotel is centrally located.

The Embassie Hostel offers free coffee, tea and toast with jam and peanut butter. There are comfortable beds in dormitory style. The proprietor of the hostel tells some Beatle stories and on Thursday evenings leads a free Beatles tour which ends up at The Cavern Club.

The Nightingale Lodge has cheap hostel accommodations close to town. There is a communal kitchen and dining area. You can get free hot showers; look at plasma TV with satellite, computer kiosks and Wi-Fi access. Also included is full central heating and free bedding. Tourist can make use of the garden and there is a secure cycle storage and lockers and luggage store. Laundry facilities are available and Continental breakfast is included in the price.