Connoisseurs of modern style and comfort will definitely enjoy Cobden Hotel Birmingham. Located in charming Edgbaston district, it is surrounded by a lush garden on all sides. There's no better place for a secluded relaxation in Birmingham. Chic rooms featuring massive wooden furniture and decorated with country-style fabrics are prepared for traveling couples in the hotel. To diversify leisure, guests can stroll …
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In mid-June, Birmingham becomes the world capital of reggae, and even the location of the city outside the Caribbean is not a problem at all. During this time, Reggae City festival is held, the venue of which is Custard factory. The event includes live performances with the participation of DJs, a gastronomic program, and, of course, the most positive celebration in the UK cannot do without lots of fun. Starting at …
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As well as with entertainment centers, among which you can find an ideal one, as the number of establishments of this kind in the city can be compared with the number of breweries in Munich. Thus, mini-golf lovers gather in Adventure Island Mini Golf or Ghetto Golf, fans of active games such as paintball and laser tag appreciate Delta Force Paintball or Laser Station. A very interesting activity can be found in …
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5. You will see guides who offer their services to travelers. Tourists are recommended to select guides who have special blue badges. They are the employees of Main Tourist Board, so the cost of their services will be significantly lower comparing to representatives of private firms.
6. The local restaurants cannot be proud of their low rates. Tourists, who wish to save money on food, are better …
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Externally charming Plough and Harrow Hotel looks like a strict ancient castle, its historic building has miraculously preserved its unique appearance. The interior of the hotel is more reminiscent of a typical situation inside a museum or a rich antique store. The collections of antique furniture and artworks hidden within its walls are priceless. Elegant lacquered tables, brightly upholstered armchairs, carpeting …
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Ladies should definitely visit the unique Guthrie&Ghani Ltd store in Birmingham. It is an integrated whole with a large sewing workshop, that has been working for several decades. In this store, you can buy excellent textiles, for example, leisure clothes, gorgeous scarves, and colorful summer bags at appropriate prices. They often conduct master classes for anyone interested in sewing. Yet, you can order sewing by …
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Moving around in Great Britain - transportation
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Locals don’t move between cities by buses; they use trains instead. It will be much more comfortable, although the ticket price for trains is much higher. About 50 years ago, the railway line across the territory of the modern kingdom was in a very poor state. However, the authorities took action, and now the railway network in the UK is one of the best in Europe. The cost of the ticket depends on the class of the train and the length of the way. It is worth noting that you can get even to the most remote villages. Between the regions of the kingdom and between coastal cities, one can travel by means of water transport. In particular, you can use ferries. Special boats, water taxis, yachts and a variety of sightseeing small ships cruise the Thames.
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