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Post by Stu on Nov 1, 2004 20:32:44 GMT -5
I'm planning on going to Great Britain this summer for about two weeks and backpack around. This is my first time to backpack anywhere and I figure that Great Britain is a good place to start since I don't have to worry about the language barrier. I want to know what are some interesting places to visit and see particularly in London. I'm not interested in the big touristy stuff but more in low key kind of out of the way spots. I really want to get a taste of the culture and the atmosphere. I like the history and the scenery stuff but want to avoid tons of tourists.
I'm also open to any other Europe suggestions but I am going to be going on a loose tour of Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Italy for two weeks before backpacking. I was maybe thinking of Paris or somewhere in France. (I can speak German, not fluently, but pretty well. More than enough to get around.)
If anyone has any suggestions or advice it will be greatly appreciated!
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Post by MuvverRussia on Nov 2, 2004 3:15:13 GMT -5
London - museums (the Science museum and Imperial War are my favourites, besides all big museums in London are now free, although you may have to pay for special exhibitions).
Brick Lane - here you'll get some of the best (and worst) Bangladeshi food in the UK. It's worth checking out, as there's loads of history in the area anyway (French, Jewish and now Bangladeshi). Besides, it accurately represents how ethnically diverse the UK is today.
Primrose Hill, Regent's Park. The best view over London. It's better than the London Eye (as you see the centre of London in the distance) and it's free.
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Post by Tresdirnt on Jan 16, 2005 10:48:16 GMT -5
You should go down to the Isle of Wight. Two thirds of it is designated as areas of outstanding natural beauty and theres lots of history too, like the castle where Charles II was imprisoned and Osborne house which was Queen Victorias holiday home, and other stuff too like the Dinosaur museum! Also it has the best weather in Britain and if you're into sailing its the place to be, Cowes week is world famous. I don't work for the tourist board, I just live on the island and think more people should see it.
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Post by Eagle on Jan 22, 2005 16:29:55 GMT -5
STU, I suspect that wherever you go in Britain, you're going to have to contend with tourists. Two weeks is probably only long enough to see the "highlights". You will have to arrange your travel very efficiently to avoid wasting any time at all.
A few places you could consider:
-- London
-- Bath (including Stonehenge/Avebury)
-- York
-- North York Moors
-- Whitby
-- Lakes District
-- Edinburgh
I was in England in June for two weeks, but I had a rental car so getting around wasn't much of a problem. I found the walking tours to be quite informative, as they provided some interesting details of the history of each location.
England is VERY expensive, so make sure you allow enough in your budget for travel there. Since you posted as a "guest" (ie: no profile) I couldn't tell where you're located so no idea what costs you'll have for currency exchange.
As far as other areas in Europe to visit, there are lots to choose from. The Cinque Terre, Florence & Tuscany in Italy are very popular, Gimmelwald (Switzerland), Prague, Romantic Road & Munich (Germany), etc.
Hope this is some help. Happy travels!!!
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Post by MuvverRussia on Jan 27, 2005 5:30:26 GMT -5
Eagle - look at the first post  . It seems as though he was in the UK around the same time as you. |
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Post by Eagle on Jan 27, 2005 10:48:46 GMT -5
Muvver, I was assuming from the first post that the OP hadn't been to Britain (or anywhere else) yet? Hopefully the comments will be of help to him.
Cheers!!!
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Post by MuvverRussia on Jan 27, 2005 14:08:09 GMT -5
Yeah, it's just that it was posted on the 11th February 2004 - Tresdirnt managed to drag it back up from somewhere.
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. It seems as though he was in the UK around the same time as you.