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Walker along Killary Fjord

Walking vs. Hiking: Setting out on Foot in the UK

If you’re a bit of an Anglophile, you’re probably prepared for the most common UK terms that cause confusion to the North American speaker – across the pond chips are crisps, an aubergine is an eggplant, and pants are underwear. Many of the differences are small, charming, and create a real sense of place for...
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From castles to rain forest canopies: 4 must-sees in Cornwall

Painters, sculptors and potters of international renown come to Cornwall to practice their craft because of its stunning beauty, boulder strewn moorland and intense light. National Geographic Traveler describes Cornwall as a “hybrid of historical attractions and natural beauty”, adding there is a distinct island feel to this lush green peninsula. No wonder National Geographic added...
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The Cotswolds: famous for fabrics

Often called the quintessential English region, the Cotswolds is a picturesque range of hills in southwestern and west-central England, roughly 25 miles  across and 90 miles long. During Pure Adventures’ newest self-guided hybrid bike cycling tour  every day has a highlight, from the discovery of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments, to the romantic water gardens at Sezincote and...
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