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In episode 113 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy Collins is joined by Hannah Blalock for an exciting trip report. Hannah, who recently travelled to the UK with her family, shares her experiences and insights from their 15-day adventure. 

From the bustling streets of London to the serene landscapes of North Wales, and from the historic sites of Edinburgh to the charming city of York, Hannah recounts their journey with enthusiasm and detail. Discover their itinerary, highlights, and travel tips, including visits to iconic landmarks like Stonehenge, Hadrian's Wall, and Hampton Court Palace. 

Whether you're planning a family trip or seeking inspiration for your next UK adventure, this episode is packed with valuable information and personal anecdotes.

⭐️ Guest - Hannah Blaloch
📝  Show Notes - Episode 113

Listen to these episodes next:

• Episode #3 - Visiting York
• Episode #92 - Visiting Portsmouth
• Episode #4 - Tips for first-time visitors to London

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In episode 112 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy Collins is joined by John Cortese, founder of Tripiamo, to discuss the ins and outs of self-driving in the UK. 

Tripiamo offers a comprehensive online guide designed to help travellers navigate the challenges of driving in a foreign country, including unfamiliar rules, customs, and driving on the opposite side of the road. 

John shares his background and the mission behind Tripiamo, emphasizing the importance of preparation for a stress-free driving experience in the UK.

What You'll Learn:

• How Tripiamo helps travellers drive confidently and safely in the UK.
• The unique challenges of driving in the UK, including road signs, parking, and roundabouts.
• The benefits of Tripiamo's expert instructional videos and 360-degree driving tours.
• Insights into driving in various regions of the UK, from the Cotswolds to the Highlands of Scotland.
• Exclusive 10% discount for UK Travel Planning Podcast listeners.

⭐️ Guest - John Cortese of  Tripiamo
📝  Show Notes - Episode 112

🎧 Listen to next

• Episode #12 - Introduction to Tripiamo with John Cortese
• Episode #18 - Trip report with Rob Bruns
• Episode #79 – Planning Your Perfect UK Road Trip: Expert Tips and Itinerary Ideas

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In episode 103 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins welcomes travel enthusiast and blogger Mandy, who shares her extensive seven-week adventure across the UK. Mandy, an experienced traveller from the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia, provides a detailed account of her journey, including her goal to travel from Land’s End to John O'Groats, visiting friends, and exploring historical sites along the way.

From Cornwall's picturesque landscapes to the Scottish Highlands' rugged beauty, Mandy enthusiastically recounts her experiences and provides invaluable travel tips. Highlights include a magical visit to St. Michael’s Mount, a memorable performance at the Minack Theatre, and a thrilling ride on the Snowdonia Mountain Railway. Mandy also shares her unique accommodations, from staying in a longboat in London to a converted jail cell in Fort William.

Join us as Mandy's vibrant storytelling inspires you to explore the UK with a sense of adventure and curiosity. Whether you're planning a short visit or an extended stay, this episode is packed with insights and tips to help you make the most of your UK travel experience.

⭐️ Guest - Mandy Watson from SpendingKidsInheritance.com
📝 Show Notes - Episode 103

Listen to these episodes next:
Episode #3 - Visiting York
Episode #30 - Scotland road trip itinerary
Episode #38 - British Bites (an intro to British food)

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In this episode, our guest is Cheryl Ridpath Conway who has recently returned with her family from a whirlwind 5½ day trip to London. Cheryl created a fun-filled itinerary for her family which included some of London's most popular attractions such as the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey, a day trip outside the capital, a photoshoot, a visit to Harry Potter Studios plus 2 walking tours.

Cheryl chats through how she prepared for their visit and designed an itinerary which suited her family's interests after deciding to head to London with only 6 weeks to prepare.

Find out about their experiences visiting London in 2022 including reflections on the places they visited, tours they took, where they stayed, how they got around, best experiences and tips to help you make the most of your visit.

Show notes for this episode can be found at https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-13/

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

The podcast also has an accompanying private Facebook group where you can meet fellow travellers who are planning their UK travel adventures. Go to the UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group to join our community.

>> Visit our shop for guides and resources to help plan your trip including our popular UK Train Travel ebook

Show Credits:
Presenter: Tracy Collins
Guest: Cheryl Ridpath Conway

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Are you planning a trip to the UK and considering driving for part of your vacation? Perhaps you listened to our previous podcast about driving the North Coast 500 in Scotland and dream of taking a road trip of your own around the UK?

BUT are you feeling stressed and nervous about the thought of driving in an unfamiliar environment and perhaps on the opposite side of the road from what you are used to? We know that this is a huge source of anxiety for many of you considering driving in the UK and is often raised in emails or in the UK Travel Planning Facebook community.

Well, this is the episode for you! In this episode, I am joined by John Cortese founder of Tripiamo which aims to help North Americans understand how to get around safely no matter where they are in the world including what you need to know to stay safe if you are planning to drive in the UK.

After listening to this podcast you will understand how Tripiamo's guides can prepare you for your trip and help allay your fears and stresses about driving in the UK.

Show notes for this episode can be found at https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-12/

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

The podcast also has an accompanying private Facebook group where you can meet fellow travellers who are planning their UK travel adventures. Go to the UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group to join our community.

>> Visit our shop for guides and resources to help plan your trip including our popular UK Train Travel ebook

Show Credits:
Presenter: Tracy Collins
Guest: John Cortese

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Are you planning your UK trip but feeling confused or overwhelmed trying to work out the best ways to get around the country? If so this is the podcast episode for you. 

After listening to this episode you will have a greater insight into the different transportation options available which will help you choose the best ones for you based on your budget, travel style and itinerary and ensure you maximise your UK travel experience.

During the process of planning your itinerary, it is vital to consider how you will get from A – B and evaluate all the options open to you. Whilst the UK is a relatively small country with a fairly decent public transport system, especially in the major cities, it is important to choose the best options for you.

For example, if you are planning to travel around the UK from city to city you will find that taking the train will be most likely the easiest and most cost-effective option. However, if you are planning to visit rural areas of the UK such as the Cotswolds you will discover that it is much easier to hire a car and take a road trip or if you prefer not to drive at all take an organised day tour.

In this podcast, we will cover how to get around the UK by train, car, aeroplane, coach and where necessary ferry! We also include practical tips, considerations, pros and cons plus any relevant advice.

Show notes for this episode can be found at https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-11/

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

The podcast also has an accompanying private Facebook group where you can meet fellow travellers who are planning their UK travel adventures. Go to the UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group to join our community.

>> Visit our shop for guides and resources to help plan your trip including our popular UK Train Travel ebook

Show Credits:
Presenter: Tracy Collins

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Do you dream of exploring Scotland? For many people, the ultimate Scottish road trip is the 516-mile scenic route around the north coast of Scotland known as the North Coast 500.

In this episode of the podcast, we chat to guest Chris Wheable who has recently returned with his partner from a 9 day trip following the North Coast 500 around northern Scotland in their self-built camper van.

Chris shares his day to day itinerary, highlights of the trip and tips for anyone planning to drive the North Coast 500. Hear about destinations including the Isle of Skye, Smoo Caves, Puffin Cove, Ullapool and their 2 day trip to the Orkneys.

Also discover where the northernmost point of the UK is (clue it isn't John O'Groats), why Chris decided to drive the route anticlockwise and his experience of driving Applecross - not only one of the scenic drives in Scotland but also the road with the steepest ascent of any road climb in the UK.

Show notes for this episode can be found at https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-10/

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

The podcast also has an accompanying private Facebook group where you can meet fellow travellers who are planning their UK travel adventures. Go to the UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group to join our community.

>> Visit our shop for guides and resources to help plan your trip including our popular UK Train Travel ebook

Show Credits:
Presenter: Tracy Collins
Guest: Chris Wheable

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In this episode discover how we planned our 3 month UK travel itinerary. We share our tips and tricks to help remove the overwhelm and help you put together your own itinerary (whether you are visiting for 3 months or 1 week) 

Interviewed by Karen (a fellow travel writer and owner of the Smart Steps to Australia travel brand and community) I share our itinerary and how we decided (from the many places we wanted to go) what to include, the logistics behind choosing how best to get around the UK for specific destinations,  my packing tips, choosing tours and accommodation plus tips on how to keep all your UK travel plans organised.

If planning your trip to London, England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland is leaving you feeling overwhelmed this is the podcast for you. 

Show notes for this episode can be found at https://uktravelplanning.com/episode-9/

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

The podcast also has an accompanying private Facebook group where you can meet fellow travellers who are planning their UK travel adventures. Go to the UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group to join our community.

>> Visit our shop for guides and resources to help plan your trip including our popular UK Train Travel ebook

Show Credits:
Presenter: Tracy Collins
Guest: Karen Bleakley

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On February 6th 2022 Queen Elizabeth II celebrated 70 years as monarch of the United Kingdom, Realms and Commonwealth. This year to mark this historic event Platinum Jubilee celebrations are planned in the UK and across the world including in Australia, Canada and other nations of the Commonwealth.

In this episode, I talk to guest John Coupland of John England Tours about the importance of this event and also share some of our memories of the Jubilee celebrations in 1977 when the Queen marked her Silver Jubilee.

Discover which events are planned over the long weekend in June and how to participate and/or follow along with these whether you are in the UK or not.

Show notes for this episode can be found at UKTravelPlanning.com/episode8

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

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Welcome to episode 7 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast. Do you have questions about visiting England in relation to the often unspoken social rules, expectations and etiquette? Asking for information and expectations around tipping for example is one of the most commonly asked questions in our Facebook group and by email.

In this episode of the podcast discover 14 things that are useful to know when you’re visiting England for the first time. This episode will answer a few of those questions that you have at the back of your mind and possibly surprise you with some of the quirks of being English!

Show notes for this episode can be found at UKTravelPlanning.com/Episode-7

The podcast also has an accompanying private Facebook group where you can meet fellow travellers who are planning their UK travel adventures. Go to the UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group to join our community.

You can also find UK Travel Planning on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook

>> Visit our shop for guides and resources to help plan your trip including our popular UK Train Travel ebook

Show Credits:
Presenter: Tracy Collins

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