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					<description><![CDATA[Scotland is part of the four nations building up the United Kingdom; it is located in the North of England. Languages spoken are English, Scottish Gaelic and Scots. Famous for its Celtic legends and its wild landscapes, Scotland promises to dazzle you! If you have three/four days only, plan a short itinerary including Edinburgh and an insight of the Highlands with Loch Lomond. If you have more than a week, have a look at the itinerary below: &#160; First step: Edinburgh Necessary time: 2 days Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, the city reveals much curiosity: between its cobbled streets, its neo classical and neo gothic architecture, its legends and undergrounds you cannot be bored! You cannot miss Edinburgh castle as it dominates the town, perched high up on Castle Rock hill. Then, visit the Mary King’s Close, a maze of streets and undergrounds built by the inhabitants in the 17th century, the&#8230;
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scotland is part of the four nations building up the United Kingdom; it is located in the North of England. Languages spoken are <em>English</em>, <em>Scottish Gaelic</em> and <em>Scots</em>. Famous for its Celtic legends and its wild landscapes, Scotland promises to dazzle you!</p>
<p>If you have three/four days only, plan a short itinerary including Edinburgh and an insight of the Highlands with Loch Lomond. If you have more than a week, have a look at the itinerary below:</p>
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<p><strong>First step: Edinburgh</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 2 days</p>
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<p>Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, the city reveals much curiosity: between its cobbled streets, its neo classical and neo gothic architecture, its legends and undergrounds you cannot be bored! You cannot miss <strong>Edinburgh castle</strong> as it dominates the town, perched high up on Castle Rock hill. Then, visit the <strong>Mary King’s Close</strong>, a maze of streets and undergrounds built by the inhabitants in the 17<sup>th</sup> century, the Mary King’s Close is well-known for its scary legends and myths.</p>
<p>Afterwards, have a stroll in the city centre, the <strong>Royal Mile</strong> is the main road and the heart of the old town, admire its cobbled streets, listen to the bagpipes’ players in the street <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/5-off-the-beaten-track-activities-to-do-in-the-united-kingdom/">and why not have a haggis tasting?</a></p>
<p>Keep in mind that the National Museum of Scotland is free, its internal architecture is beautiful and its collection very varied. If the sun is up, plan a walk to the summit of Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano located very close to the city and offering a spectacular view over Edinburgh!</p>
<p><strong>Step 2: Glasgow</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 day</p>
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<p>Although Edinburgh is the Scottish capital, Glasgow is the <strong>biggest city of Scotland</strong> and the third city of the United Kingdom. It hosts many free museums such as the <em>Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum</em> and the <em>Riverside Museum</em>! To know more about the Bagpiping let’s go to the <em>National Piping Centre</em>! Then, have your lunch break in the Botanical Gardens of Glasgow.</p>
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<p><strong>Step 3: Loch Lomond</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 day</p>
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<p>This lake (or loch) is located in the south of the Scottish <strong>Highlands</strong>, it’s the biggest of the United Kingdom’s lochs, its surface area is 27.5 square miles. Stop for a walk and a picnic at the edge of the loch before embarking on a mini cruise of approximately one hour (<a href="http://maypoletravel.com/groundservices/attractions/index.html">to book it’s this way</a>). Bring warm clothes and a waterproof jacket 😉</p>
<p><strong>Step 4: Fort William &amp; Glenfinnan viaduct</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 day</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-339 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Glenfinnan-viaduct-300x192.jpg" alt="" width="407" height="260" /></p>
<p>Fort William is the second biggest town of the Highlands after Inverness. Fort William is located at the foot of <strong>Ben Nevis</strong>, the highest summit in the United Kingdom (4,411 ft high). There is also a train station from which the <strong>Jacobite Train</strong> departs to reach Mallaig, via the <strong>Glenfinnan viaduct</strong> (<a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/united-kingdom-following-in-harry-potters-footsteps/">famous scene in the Harry Potter saga</a>). The cult films <em>Braveheart</em> and <em>Highlander</em> were shot not far from Fort William.</p>
<p><strong>Step 5: Ile of Skye</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 or 2 days</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-615 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Isle-of-Skye-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="810" height="540" /></p>
<p>The Isle of Skye is the widest of the <strong>Inner Hebrides’ archipelago</strong>. It is famous for its wild atypical landscapes. We can find the <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/3-islands-not-to-miss-in-the-uk-and-ireland/">Storr</a>, a series of sharp rock pinnacles located at the top of a ridge, the <strong>Fairy Pools</strong>, which is a fall of crystal-clear water and the <strong>Kilt Rocks and Mealt Falls</strong>, a cliff from which a waterfall cascades into the sea! So, still not convinced?</p>
<p><strong>Step 6: Loch Ness &amp; Inverness</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 day</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-616 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Loch-Ness-300x178.jpg" alt="" width="748" height="444" /></p>
<p>The <em>Loch Ness</em>? You have surely heard about this mysterious Scottish lake where would live a marine monster most commonly known as the <em>Loch Ness Monster</em> or <em>Nessie</em>. This legend has made the lake famous, indeed, since the so-called monster was spotted in the 30’s many underwater expeditions and researches have been conducted without any result. The creature is fictional but the lake still rouses the public’s interest and tourists are still coming to unravel the mystery! On the edge of the lake we can find the ruins of <strong>Urquhart’s castle</strong> where the Visitor Centre and a café stand.</p>
<p><strong>Step 7: Crieff &amp; the Glenturret Distillery</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> Half a day</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-617 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Glenturret_distillery-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="355" height="266" /></p>
<p>Crieff is a market town mainly known for its whisky which is produced in Glenturret distillery. If you are interested in the preparation method of this <strong>typical Scottish drink</strong> (or Irish, the debate is still open) then come visit Glenturret’s distillery!</p>
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<p><strong>Step 8: St Andrews </strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> Half a day</p>
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<p>St Andrews is a small seaside town hosting the<a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/top-3-must-see-universities-in-the-united-kingdom/"> third oldest university in the UK after Oxford and Cambridge</a>. It is a very famous university, Prince William and the Duchess of de Cambridge used to study there! St Andrews is considered as the <strong>cradle of golf</strong>, the Golf legislative authority was founded there in 1754. The town now counts 5 golf courses; so, are you tempted by an introduction to this typical sport?</p>
<p><strong>Step 9: Stirling </strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 day</p>
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<p>Stirling was once the capital of the Scottish kingdom and a medieval town, it hosts an impressive castle and <strong>Wallace Monument</strong>, a tower elevating to 67 metres, built to commemorate Sir William Wallace, one of the main leaders during the First War for Scottish Independence.</p>
<p><strong>Step 10: The Kelpies</strong></p>
<p><u>Necessary time:</u> 1 hour</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-620 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Kelpies-300x262.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="349" /></p>
<p>On your way back to Edinburgh stop at the <em>Kelpies</em>, 30-metre-high sculptures representing horses. According to the legends, kelpies are mythological creatures living in running waters, they often take the form of a horse but they can also take a human form.</p>
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<p><strong>Return to Edinburgh</strong></p>
<p>Here you are, it’s the end of this itinerary, have a last stop at the <em>Elephant House Café</em> which is now famous for often hosting J.K. Rowling when she started to think about the Harry Potter story.</p>
<p><strong>Feel free to adapt timings of each step</strong> of this itinerary according to your wishes! You can also combine Scotland and a bit of England!  As for nature, <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/north-wales-an-under-rated-area/">don’t forget Wales</a> which has not been invaded by tourists yet 😉</p>
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		<title>Écosse : Itinéraire en 10 Étapes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[L’Écosse fait partie des quatre nations constituant le Royaume-Uni, elle se situe au nord de l’Angleterre.  Les langues parlées sont l’Anglais, le Gaélique écossais et le Scots. Connue pour ses légendes celtiques et ses paysages sauvages, l’Écosse promet de vous en mettre plein les yeux ! Si vous avez trois/quatre jours seulement, planifiez un itinéraire concis incluant Édimbourg et un aperçu des Highlands avec le Loch Lomond. Si vous avez plus d’une semaine voici une idée d’itinéraire : &#160; Première étape : Édimbourg Temps nécessaire : 2 jours Édimbourg est la capitale de l’Écosse,  c’est une ville qui offre de nombreuses curiosités : entre ses ruelles pavées, son architecture néo-classique et néo-gothique, ses légendes et souterrains, vous ne pourrez pas vous ennuyer ! Impossible de manquer le château d’Édimbourg, en effet il domine la ville, perché en haut de la colline de Castle Rock. Visitez ensuite le Mary King’s Close, ce labyrinthe de ruelles et souterrains&#8230;
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>L’Écosse fait partie des quatre nations constituant le Royaume-Uni, elle se situe au nord de l’Angleterre.  Les langues parlées sont l’<em>Anglais</em>, le <em>Gaélique écossais</em> et le <em>Scots.</em> Connue pour ses légendes celtiques et ses paysages sauvages, l’Écosse promet de vous en mettre plein les yeux !</p>
<p>Si vous avez trois/quatre jours seulement, planifiez un itinéraire concis incluant Édimbourg et un aperçu des Highlands avec le Loch Lomond. Si vous avez plus d’une semaine voici une idée d’itinéraire :</p>
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<p><strong>Première étape : Édimbourg</strong></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 2 jours</span></p>
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<p>Édimbourg est la capitale de l’Écosse,  c’est une ville qui offre de nombreuses curiosités : entre ses ruelles pavées, son architecture néo-classique et néo-gothique, ses légendes et souterrains, vous ne pourrez pas vous ennuyer ! Impossible de manquer le <strong>château d’Édimbourg</strong>, en effet il domine la ville, perché en haut de la colline de Castle Rock. Visitez ensuite le <strong>Mary King’s Close</strong>, ce labyrinthe de ruelles et souterrains qui fut construit par les habitants de la ville au 17ème siècle, le Mary King’s Close est réputé pour ses mythes et légendes.</p>
<p>Puis, baladez-vous dans le centre-ville, le <strong>Royal Mile</strong> est l’artère principale et le cœur de la vieille ville : admirez ses ruelles pavées, écoutez les joueurs de cornemuse dans la rue <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/5-activites-surprenantes-a-faire-au-royaume-uni/">et pourquoi ne pas faire une dégustation de haggis</a> ?</p>
<p>Pensez au musée national d’Écosse qui est gratuit, son architecture intérieure est magnifique et sa collection très variée. Si le soleil est au rendez-vous prévoyez une petite randonnée jusqu’au sommet  de Arthur’s Seat, un volcan éteint situé tout proche de la ville et qui offre une vue imprenable sur celle-ci !</p>
<p><strong>Étape 2 : Glasgow</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1 jour</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-613 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Kelvingrove-museum-300x199.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="265" /></p>
<p>Bien qu’Édimbourg soit la capitale écossaise, Glasgow est la <strong>plus grande ville d’Écosse</strong> et troisième ville du Royaume-Uni. Elle abrite de nombreux musées gratuits tels que le <em>Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum</em> et le <em>Riverside Museum</em> dont le design est impressionnant ! Pour en savoir plus sur la Cornemuse direction le <em>National Piping Centre</em> ! Puis prenez votre pause-déjeuner dans les jardins botaniques de Glasgow.</p>
<p><strong>Étape 3 : Loch Lomond</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1 jour</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-614 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Loch-Lomond-300x169.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="428" /></p>
<p>Ce lac (ou loch) est situé au sud des <strong>Highlands</strong> écossais, c’est le plus grand des lochs de Grande-Bretagne, sa superficie est de 71 km2. Arrêtez-vous pour une balade et un pic-nic au bord du loch avant d’embarquer pour une mini croisière d’environ une heure (<a href="http://maypoletravel.com/groundservices/attractions/index.html">pour réserver c’est par ici</a>). Prévoyez des vêtements chauds et une veste imperméable 😉</p>
<p><strong>Étape 4 : Fort William &amp; Glenfinnan viaduct</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1 jour</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-339 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Glenfinnan-viaduct-300x192.jpg" alt="" width="407" height="260" />Fort William est la deuxième plus grande ville des Highlands après Inverness. Fort William est située au pied de <strong>Ben Nevis</strong>, le sommet le plus haut du Royaume-Uni (1,344 mètres d’altitude). On y trouve aussi la gare ferroviaire d’où part le <strong>Jacobite Train</strong> pour rejoindre Mallaig, en passant par le <strong>viaduc de Glenfinnan</strong> (<a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/royaume-uni-sur-les-traces-de-harry-potter/">fameuse scène de la saga Harry Potter</a>). Les films cultes <em>Braveheart</em> et <em>Highlander</em> furent tournés non loin de Fort William.</p>
<p><strong>Étape 5 : Ile de Skye</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1 ou 2 jours</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-615 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Isle-of-Skye-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="810" height="540" /></p>
<p>L’Ile de Skye est la plus vaste de l’<strong>archipel des Hébrides</strong>. Elle est célèbre pour ses paysages sauvages et atypiques. On y trouve notamment la chaine de <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/3-iles-a-voir-absolument-au-royaume-uni-et-en-irlande/">Storr</a>, une série de pics acérés située en haut d’une crête, les <strong>Fairy Pools</strong>, une cascade d’eau cristalline et <strong>Kilt Rocks and Mealt Falls</strong>, une falaise surplombant la mer d’où jaillit une cascade d’eau ! Alors, toujours pas convaincu ?</p>
<p><strong>Étape 6 : Loch Ness &amp; Inverness</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1 jour</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-616 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Loch-Ness-300x178.jpg" alt="" width="748" height="444" /></p>
<p>Le <em>Loch Ness</em> ? Vous avez forcément déjà entendu parler de ce mystérieux lac écossais où vivrait une créature marine plus communément appelée <em>Monstre du Loch Ness</em> ou <em>Nessie</em>. Cette légende a fait la renommée du lac, en effet, depuis que la soi-disant créature fut aperçue dans les années 1930, de nombreuses expéditions sous-marines et  recherches ont été menées sans pour autant donner de résultat concret. La créature est fictive mais le lac suscite toujours autant d’intérêt, les touristes sont nombreux à y venir avec l’espoir de percer le mystère ! Sur les rives on trouve les ruines du <strong>château d’Urquhart</strong> où se trouve le Centre des visiteurs et un café.</p>
<p><strong>Étape 7 : Crieff &amp; The Glenturret Distillery</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1/2 journée</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-617 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Glenturret_distillery-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="355" height="266" />Crieff est une ville marchande principalement connue pour son whisky, en effet celui-ci est produit dans la distillerie de Glenturret. Si vous êtes intéressé par la production de cette <strong>boisson typique écossaise</strong> (ou irlandaise, le débat est toujours ouvert) alors venez visiter la distillerie de Glenturret !</p>
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<p><strong>Étape 8 : St Andrews </strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1/2 journée</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-618 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Golf-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="530" height="353" /></p>
<p>St Andrews est une petite ville côtière qui héberge la <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/top-3-des-universites-a-visiter-absolument-au-royaume-uni/">troisième plus ancienne université du Royaume-Uni après Oxford et Cambridge</a>. C’est une université très renommée, le Prince William et la Duchesse de Cambridge y ont fait leurs études ! St Andrews est considérée comme le <strong>berceau du golf</strong>, l’autorité législative du golf y a été fondée en 1754. La ville compte aujourd’hui cinq parcours de golf ; alors, tenté par une initiation à ce sport typique ?</p>
<p><strong>Étape 9 : Stirling </strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1/2 journée &#8211; 1 jour</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-619 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/The_Wallace_Monument_Aerial_Stirling-300x158.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="358" /></p>
<p>Stirling fut autrefois la capitale du royaume d’Écosse et une ville médiévale, elle possède un château impressionnant et le <strong>Wallace Monument</strong>, une tour s’élevant à 67 mètres de haut, construite en commémoration de Sir William Wallace, un des principaux leaders pendant la Première Guerre pour l’Indépendance écossaise.</p>
<p><strong>Étape 10 : The Kelpies</strong></p>
<p><u>Temps nécessaire :</u> 1 heure</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-620 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Kelpies-300x262.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="349" />En redescendant de Stirling vers Édimbourg faites un arrêt aux <em>Kelpies</em>, deux sculptures de chevaux d’une trentaine de mètres de hauteur. D’après les légendes écossaises, les kelpies sont des créatures  métamorphes vivants dans les eaux courantes qui prennent le plus souvent la forme de chevaux, elles peuvent aussi prendre une forme humaine.</p>
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<p><strong>Retour à Édimbourg</strong></p>
<p>Et voilà, vous êtes arrivé à la fin de cet itinéraire, terminez par un arrêt au <em>Elephant House</em>, célèbre café que J.K. Rowling fréquentait régulièrement où elle trouva son inspiration pour écrire Harry Potter.</p>
<p><strong>Libre à vous d’adapter les timings de chaque étape</strong> de cet itinéraire en fonction de vos envies ! Vous pouvez aussi combiner un bout d’Écosse avec un peu d’Angleterre ! Pour le côté nature <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/le-nord-du-pays-de-galles-une-destination-sous-estimee/">n’oubliez pas le Pays de Galles</a> qui n’est pas encore très touristique 😉</p>
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		<title>London&#8217;s Most Beautiful Parks</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2018 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[London is a big touristy city; the dynamic way of life can sometimes be stressful. The air and noise pollution can also be sources of discomfort and even stress. Luckily, there are ways to unwind even in a city: the green areas! There are many green areas in London, but the cherry on the cake is the parks! London has many beautiful parks; discover below the top 5 of the nicest parks of the city: 1- Regent&#8217;s Park Regent’s Park is one of eight royal parks in London. It is located close to the Primrose Hill neighbourhood and is an ideal area for a Sunday brunch. In the park you’ll find a small lake, an outdoor theatre and London Zoo. You will also have to walk to Primrose Hill summit to admire the view. Now you know what to do next Sunday 😉 2- Hyde Park Hyde Park is the&#8230;
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>London is a big touristy city; the dynamic way of life can sometimes be stressful. The air and noise pollution can also be sources of discomfort and even stress. Luckily, <strong>there are ways to unwind</strong> even in a city: the green areas!</p>
<p>There are many green areas in London, but the cherry on the cake is the parks! London has many beautiful parks; discover below <strong>the top 5 of the nicest parks of the city</strong>:</p>
<p><strong>1- Regent&#8217;s Park</strong></p>
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<p>Regent’s Park is <strong>one of eight royal parks</strong> in London. It is located close to the Primrose Hill neighbourhood and is an ideal area for a Sunday brunch. In the park you’ll find a small lake, an outdoor theatre and<em> London Zoo</em>. You will also have to walk to <strong>Primrose Hill</strong> summit to admire the view. Now you know what to do next Sunday 😉</p>
<p><strong>2- Hyde Park</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-447 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Hyde-Park-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="401" height="301" />Hyde Park is the biggest of the royal parks and is classified Grade I at the historical parks and gardens register. The park is separated by the lake <em>Serpentine</em>. In the park there is an open-air café, a restaurant, playground, rose garden and a memorial fountain in honour of Princess Diana.</p>
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<p><strong>3- Brockwell Park</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-448 alignright" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Brockwell-Lido-300x140.jpg" alt="" width="520" height="243" />This park is located close to <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/top-5-des-meilleurs-marches-de-londres/">Brixton</a>, between Herne Hill and Tulse Hill. Given its location (zone 2) the park is less frequented as tourists generally don’t adventure too much further than zone one.</p>
<p>Therefore, it’s the ideal place for a chilled walk and a stunning view over London. There are also tennis courts, big fields to play football, an <strong>outdoor swimming pool</strong> (<em>Brockwell Lido</em>), a clock tower, a miniature train and a café. Concerts and circus often take place in the park in the summer.</p>
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<p><strong>4- Battersea Park</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-451 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Pagoda-peace-1-246x300.jpg" alt="" width="329" height="401" />Battersea Park is just below the Thames, opposite <strong>Chelsea</strong>. The park has many assets: a small zoo, a lake and all the necessary sporting facilities such as a running track, tennis courts, football grounds and even a treetop adventure park. One of the most surprising things of the park is the <span style="color: #339966;"><strong>Peace Pagoda</strong></span>, replica of a Buddhist temple. Not to be missed!</p>
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<p><strong>5- Greenwich Park</strong></p>
<p>Greenwich Park is situated on the Prime Meridian, in South-East London. The park hosts the Royal Observatory of Greenwich which role was huge in the history of astronomy. The park’s summit offers an impressive view over <strong>Canary Wharf</strong>. Greenwich area deserves a stop: there is a cute covered market, narrow streets and the <strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">Cutty Sark</span> </strong>museum (one of the fastest tea clippers ever built, see the picture below). Greenwich looks like a small seaside town; you would almost not believe you are in London!</p>
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		<title>United Kingdom: following in Harry Potter’s footsteps</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2018 13:38:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[From the book’s being published to the eight films’ release, the Harry Potter saga has been and still remains a huge commercial success. But more than that, Harry Potter became a phenomenon and had a cultural impact worldwide. So, if you are a fan, why don’t you organise a road trip to the United Kingdom in search of the filming locations?! &#160; Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland It’s this viaduct located in Scotland that the Hogwarts Express goes through to reach the famous School. You can embark on the Jacobite Train, a steam railway leaving from Fort William going to Mallaig. Perfect for an authentic visit of Northern Scotland! &#160; Christchurch College, Oxford Who ever dreamt of going to school and have a dining room looking like the Hogwarts’ one, with its endless ceiling and all those appetising delicacies?! This room is real and looks very much like the one in the&#8230;
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From the book’s being published to the eight films’ release, the Harry Potter saga has been and still remains a huge commercial success. But more than that, Harry Potter became a phenomenon and <strong>had a cultural impact worldwide</strong>. So, if you are a fan, why don’t you organise a road trip to the United Kingdom in search of the filming locations?!</p>
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<h4><strong>Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland</strong></h4>
<p>It’s this viaduct located in Scotland that the Hogwarts Express goes through to reach the famous School. You can embark on the <em>Jacobite Train</em>, a steam railway leaving from <strong>Fort William</strong> going to <strong>Mallaig</strong>. Perfect for an authentic visit of Northern Scotland!</p>
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<h4><strong>Christchurch College, Oxford</strong></h4>
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<p>Who ever dreamt of going to school and have a dining room looking like the Hogwarts’ one, with its endless ceiling and all those appetising delicacies?!</p>
<p>This room is real and looks very much like the one in the film which had been modified by special effects. It is actually a part of the famous <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/top-3-must-see-universities-in-the-united-kingdom/">Oxford University</a>, located in Christchurch College. This big Hall is not only used as an attraction for tourists, university students also have their meals here every day and formal dinners are regularly held here.</p>
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<h4><strong>Gloucester and Durham Cathedrals</strong></h4>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-342 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Durham_Cathedral_cloister-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="375" /><em>Durham Cathedral</em></p>
<p>These two cathedrals have served for filming locations for Hogwarts’ corridors and cloister.</p>
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<h4><strong>London</strong></h4>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-343 alignright" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/St-Pancras-300x196.jpg" alt="" width="447" height="292" />Many scenes in this saga have been shot in London, among them include <strong>King’s Cross</strong> station, where the 9 ¾ platform stands.</p>
<p><strong>Saint-Pancras</strong> station (see picture) has also served as a filming location due to its impressive architecture. The building is classified Grade 1 (Westminster Abbey is classified Grade 1 as well to give you a better idea).</p>
<p>We can observe a few bridges such as <strong>Lambeth Bridg</strong>e (the magical bus shrinks to go through two double-decker buses on that bridge) and the <strong>Millenium Bridge</strong> which is destroyed by Death-eaters in <em>Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince</em>; in real life this bridge is intact and can be crossed to reach <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/5-of-the-best-free-viewing-points-in-london/">St Paul’s Cathedral or the Tate Modern</a>.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-345 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Millennium-bridge-London-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="592" height="394" /></p>
<p>We can also see <strong>Piccadilly Circus</strong> in the sixth film, London Zoo and the Leadenhall Market (<em>Diagon Alley</em>) in the first film.</p>
<h4><strong>The nature locations</strong></h4>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-346 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Loche-Etive-Scotland-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="447" height="292" />They have mostly been shot in Scotland which is famous for its mountains and endless landscapes. We can mention the following Lochs:<em> Loch Etive</em>, <em>Glen Coe</em>, <em>Loch Eilit</em>, <em>Loch Arkaig</em>.</p>
<p>The cottage where the heroes take refuge in the seventh film is located in <strong>Pembrokeshire National Park</strong> in <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/north-wales-an-under-rated-area/">Wales</a>, on <em>Freshwater West Beach</em>.</p>
<p>The <strong>Seven Sisters</strong>’ Cliffs (South England, close to Eastbourne) have also been used for several scenes in this saga.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-348 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Seven-sisters-cliffs-300x127.jpg" alt="" width="704" height="298" /></p>
<h4><strong>But where did the magic happen at the very beginning?</strong></h4>
<p>It’s because her train is running late that <strong>J.K. Rowlings</strong> starts to imagine the story of a normal boy who discovers he is a wizard. Rowling started to take notes, imagine characters and arrived in King’s Cross with a bunch of ideas in mind.</p>
<p>Rowling wrote a lot in a café which became famous afterwards: the <em>Elephant House</em> café, located in the heart of <strong>Edinburgh</strong>. From this place we can see Edinburg castle, which looks a bit like Hogwarts castle.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2018 09:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tandis que l’Écosse et l’Irlande se disputent la première place en termes de destination « nature », le Pays de Galles reste une destination méconnue et sous-estimée. Le Sud attire plus de monde en raison de la présence de Cardiff, la capitale du pays. Découvrez dans cet article les atouts du Nord du Pays de Galles et pourquoi il faut absolument y aller ! Le calme Le Pays de Galles est très peu fréquenté par les touristes, de ce fait, il est très plaisant de voyager et de visiter ce pays à son rythme sans les masses de touristes habituelles, un vrai havre de sérénité ! L&#8217;atmosphère Le Pays de Galles est un endroit atypique, tout d’abord on y parle anglais et gallois, le gallois est la première langue celtique parlée au monde après l’irlandais, il est toujours enseigné à l&#8217;école. Tous les panneaux de signalisation sont en anglais et gallois. Les gallois sont&#8230;
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tandis que l’Écosse et l’Irlande se disputent la première place en termes de destination « nature », le Pays de Galles reste une destination méconnue et sous-estimée. Le Sud attire plus de monde en raison de la présence de Cardiff, la capitale du pays. <strong>Découvrez dans cet article les atouts du Nord du Pays de Galles</strong> et pourquoi il faut absolument y aller !</p>
<h4><strong>Le calme</strong></h4>
<p>Le Pays de Galles est <strong>très peu fréquenté par les touristes</strong>, de ce fait, il est très plaisant de voyager et de visiter ce pays à son rythme sans les masses de touristes habituelles, un vrai havre de sérénité !</p>
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<h4>L&#8217;atmosphère</h4>
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<p>Le Pays de Galles est un endroit atypique, tout d’abord on y parle anglais et gallois, <strong>le gallois est la première langue celtique</strong> parlée au monde après l’irlandais, il est toujours enseigné à l&#8217;école. Tous les panneaux de signalisation sont en anglais et gallois. Les gallois sont très fiers de leur nationalité et aiment étendre le drapeau du pays un peu partout (image ci-contre).</p>
<h4>La Nature</h4>
<p>Le Pays de Galles est destiné aux passionnés de nature et de grands espaces, si vous n’aimez que la ville alors soyons honnêtes, ce n’est pas pour vous ! Le Pays de Galles n’a rien à envier à ses voisins d’Irlande et d’Écosse : on y trouve les mêmes paysages sauvages, les montagnes, les lacs, des sentiers de randonnées, de petits villages pittoresques… Il y a trois parcs nationaux au Pays de Galles : <strong>Brecons Beacons</strong> et <strong>Pembrokeshire</strong> au sud et le magnifique parc de <strong>Snowdonia</strong> au nord. On y trouve le sommet le plus élevé du Pays de Galles, le Mont Snowdon (1085 m) qu’on peut atteindre soit à pied soit en train.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-204 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Wales-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #008000;"><em>Snowdonia National Park</em></span></p>
<h4>Les Châteaux</h4>
<p>Le Pays de Galles est le pays possédant le plus de châteaux au monde, on en recense aujourd’hui environ 641 ! Un si grand nombre pour un si petit pays ! Parmi les plus beaux châteaux du Nord du Pays de Galles nous pouvons citer : <strong>Caernarfon</strong>, <strong>Conwy</strong> et <strong>Harlech</strong>.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-208 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Caenarfon-castle-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #008000;"><em>Caernarfon castle</em></span></p>
<h4>Les Mythes</h4>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-209 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/excalibur-sword-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="237" height="316" />Et oui, le Pays de Galles est une terre de mythes : vous avez sans doute déjà entendu parler de Merlin ? La dame du lac ? Le Roi Arthur et son épée Excalibur ? Et bien ces mythes et légendes sont nés au Pays de Galles, alors si vous êtes un passionné, n’attendez plus, venez découvrir ces terres mystérieuses !</p>
<h4>Une immersion totale</h4>
<p>Si vous voulez vraiment améliorer votre anglais le nord du Pays de Galles est l’endroit idéal, tandis que les grandes villes comme Londres ou Édimbourg attirent de nombreux francophones, le Pays de Galles n’a pas encore été envahi par les irréductibles gaulois ! C’est donc l’<strong>endroit idéal pour améliorer votre niveau d’anglais</strong>.</p>
<p>Alors, pourquoi ne pas venir découvrir ce pays surprenant ?! Nous pouvons organiser votre logement, transport et activités selon vos envies, <a href="http://maypoletravel.com/contact/index.html">contactez-nous pour plus d’informations</a>.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[Les Dark Hedges de nuit, County Antrim &#160; 1- Le musée du Titanic Le musée du Titanic est le plus gros musée au monde consacré au paquebot le plus tristement célèbre de l’histoire. Dans ce musée vous trouverez des reconstitutions des différentes salles du bateau (chambres, salle de bal…), divers objets, des témoignages et en apprendrez plus sur sa construction et sa triste fin. Le bâtiment qui héberge le musée est moderne et très impressionnant (voir image ci-dessus). 2- Admirer la Chaussée des Géants La Chaussée des Géants (Giant’s Causeway) est un site naturel classé au patrimoine mondial de l’Unesco et formé par une série d’environ 40 000 colonnes en pierre de basalte situées au bord de l’océan Atlantique. Ces colonnes créent un rempart naturel contre la mer et les tempêtes. Les colonnes sont toutes symétriques, c’est assez spectaculaire ! &#160; 3- Faire une visite guidée de Belfast Belfast est une ville pleine d’histoire,&#8230;
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<p><strong>1- Le musée du Titanic</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-276 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Titanic-museum-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="263" />Le musée du Titanic est le <strong>plus gros musée au monde consacré au paquebot</strong> le plus tristement célèbre de l’histoire. Dans ce musée vous trouverez des reconstitutions des différentes salles du bateau (chambres, salle de bal…), divers objets, des témoignages et en apprendrez plus sur sa construction et sa triste fin. Le bâtiment qui héberge le musée est moderne et très impressionnant (voir image ci-dessus).</p>
<p><strong>2- </strong><strong>Admirer la Chaussée des Géants</strong></p>
<p>La Chaussée des Géants (<em>Giant’s Causeway</em>) est un <strong>site naturel classé au patrimoine mondial de l’Unesco</strong> et formé par une série d’environ 40 000 colonnes en pierre de basalte situées au bord de l’océan Atlantique. Ces colonnes créent un rempart naturel contre la mer et les tempêtes. Les colonnes sont toutes symétriques, c’est assez spectaculaire !</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-278 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/giants-causeway-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="571" height="380" /></p>
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<p><strong>3- Faire une visite guidée de Belfast</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-277 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Belfast-mural-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="263" />Belfast est une ville pleine d’histoire, surtout célèbre pour son passé politique violent pendant le XX<sup>ème</sup> siècle. Découvrez l’histoire de cette ville avec un tour en <em>black taxi</em> des fresques politiques, ou à pied avec un guide local.</p>
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<p><strong>4- Traverser le Pont de corde Carrick-a-Rede</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-279 alignright" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/carrick-a-rede-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="263" />Carrick-a-Rede est une minuscule île reliée à la terre ferme par un pont de corde. Le pont a été érigé par des pêcheurs de saumon il y a 350 ans, il mesure 20 mètres de long et se situe à 30 mètres au-dessus de la mer. C’est très impressionnant, même pour des personnes n’ayant pas le vertige ! La République d&#8217;Irlande est aussi entourée de petites îles telles que les <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/fr/3-iles-a-voir-absolument-au-royaume-uni-et-en-irlande/">Îles Aran</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>5- Entrer dans les Dark Hedges</strong></p>
<p>The <em>Dark Hedges</em>, est une route encerclée par des dizaines de hêtres formant un tunnel atmosphérique. Selon la légende, l’endroit serait hanté par un fantôme appelé Lady Grey (la dame grise), qui serait vraisemblablement le fantôme d’une servante qui travaillait dans une maison à proximité et qui avait disparu dans d’étranges circonstances. La route est désormais célèbre pour avoir servi de décor pour le tournage de la série télévisée Le Trône de Fer.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2018 11:01:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Dark Hedges at night, County Antrim &#160; 1- Visit the Titanic Museum The Titanic experience is the world’s largest Titanic Museum, telling the story of the most famous cruise ship in history. In the museum you will find reconstructions of the ship’s rooms, artefacts, as well as testimonials, history of the ship and the unfortunate story of its ending. The building itself is modern and very impressive (see picture below). &#160; 2- Stroll around the Giant’s Causeway The Giant’s Causeway is a Unesco World Heritage site composed of a series of approximately 40 000 basalt rock columns located by the sea. They create a natural protection against the sea and the storms. The columns are all symmetric, how intriguing! &#160; 3- Have a guided tour of Belfast Belfast is a city full of history, mainly known for the intense political violence which occurred in the 20th century. Discover the history&#8230;
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<p><strong>1- Visit the Titanic Museum</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-276 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Titanic-museum-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="263" />The Titanic experience is the world’s <strong>largest Titanic Museum</strong>, telling the story of the most famous cruise ship in history. In the museum you will find reconstructions of the ship’s rooms, artefacts, as well as testimonials, history of the ship and the unfortunate story of its ending. The building itself is modern and very impressive (see picture below).</p>
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<p><strong>2- Stroll around the Giant’s Causeway</strong></p>
<p>The Giant’s Causeway is a <strong>Unesco World Heritage</strong> site composed of a series of approximately 40 000 basalt rock columns located by the sea. They create a natural protection against the sea and the storms. The columns are all symmetric, how intriguing!</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-278 aligncenter" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/giants-causeway-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="571" height="380" /></p>
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<p><strong>3- Have a guided tour of Belfast</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-277 alignleft" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Belfast-mural-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="263" />Belfast is a city full of history, mainly known for the intense political violence which occurred in the 20th century. Discover the history of this unique city through a political murial’s tour in a black cab or on foot with a local guide.</p>
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<p><strong>4- Cross the Carrick-a-Rede rope Bridge</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-279 alignright" src="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/carrick-a-rede-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="263" />Carrick-a-Rede is a tiny island where the rope bridge links the island to the mainland. It was initially erected by salmon fishermen 350 years ago. It is 20 meters long and stands over 30 meters over the sea. Very impressive, even for people not afraid of heights! The Republic of Ireland is also surrounded by small islands such as the <a href="https://www.maypoletravel.com/blog/3-islands-not-to-miss-in-the-uk-and-ireland/">Aran Islands</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>5- Enter the Dark Hedges</strong></p>
<p>The Dark Hedges is a road surrounded by beech trees which form an atmospheric tunnel. According to the legend, the hedges are visited by a ghost called Grey Lady, she could be the ghost of a maid from a nearby house who died in mysterious circumstances but this is not certain. The road now is mainly famous for having been a filming location for the Games of Thrones TV series.</p>
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<p>So, what are you waiting for? Book your flights straight away! We will take care of the rest (accommodation, attractions etc.). <a href="http://maypoletravel.com/contact/index.html">Contact us for more information</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2018 09:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[1- Isle of Skye, Scotland The Isle of Skye is located in the Highlands of Scotland; it is famous for its stunning landscapes and wildlife: you can easily see otters, seals, whales and dolphins around the island. Besides it is a paradise for hiking and climbing lovers. Don’t miss the Old Man of Storr (look at the picture above), the most famous walk on the island; bring your cameras for amazing Instagram pics! 2- Isle of Wight, England The Isle of Wight is probably the easiest island to access as it is not too far from London. It is located just below Portsmouth, South of England (45 minutes in the ferry). The Isle of Wight is the perfect location for a day trip off the beaten track: you can do a bike tour, visit Osborne House (Queen Victoria’ favourite summer home) and even do surf initiation! &#160; &#160; 3- Inishmore,&#8230;
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>1- Isle of Skye, Scotland</strong></p>
<p>The Isle of Skye is located in the Highlands of Scotland; it is famous for its stunning landscapes and wildlife: you can easily see otters, seals, whales and dolphins around the island. Besides it is a paradise for hiking and climbing lovers. Don’t miss the <strong>Old Man of Storr</strong> (look at the picture above), the most famous walk on the island; bring your cameras for amazing Instagram pics!</p>
<p><strong>2- Isle of Wight, England</strong></p>
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<p>The Isle of Wight is probably the easiest island to access as it is not too far from London. It is located just below <strong>Portsmouth</strong>, South of England (45 minutes in the ferry). The Isle of Wight is the perfect location for a day trip off the beaten track: you can do a bike tour, visit Osborne House (Queen Victoria’ favourite summer home) and even do surf initiation!</p>
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<p><strong>3- Inishmore, Aran Islands, Ireland</strong></p>
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<p>Inishmore is the biggest of the Aran Islands, a group of three islands located on Ireland West Coast, in Galway Bay. Inishmore Island is quite atypical, inhabitants primarily speak Irish, and there are many mysterious places such as <strong>Dun Aengus fort</strong>, which is a series of concentric walls located on the edge of a 100 meters cliff. Please watch out, it’s slippery! You will also see a striking natural rock formation with the shape of a swimming pool called <strong>Poll Na Bpeist</strong>, every year a cliff diving competition is held by Red Bull, how scary!</p>
<p>So, are you interested in visiting one of these islands? We can book accommodation for your group in one of our closest homestay centres or a hostel. We can even book the trip to the island!</p>
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