Guernsey guide: visiting 'The Sunshine Island' from Liverpool With flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) linking us to Guernsey from May, now is the time to start planning a break to this charming little island nestled in the English Channel. Words by Lawrence Saunders Located off the coast of Normandy, Guernsey is ... Read More...
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London city break: An insiders' guide Free museums in abundance, a picture perfect skyline and architectural highlights. On paper there are plenty of similarities between our vibrant city and the buzzing metropolis of London. Like Liverpool though, the capital has no shortage of unique character to be explored beyond its most prominent ... Read More...
Hiking near Liverpool: Top routes with travel info, recommendations & tips A Peak District hike to Kinder Scout Getting there: Drive to Edale in the Peak District, which takes around an hour and 35 minutes to reach from Liverpool via the M62. Alternatively you can hop on a train at Liverpool Lime ... Read More...
Most read features of 2018:Top 5 travel guidesAs the year draws to a close, look back on the most popular travel guides published on ymliverpool.com in 2018, all featuring destinations departing from Liverpool. #1 | Alternative Christmas MarketsWe shine the spotlight on four cracking continental Christmas markets you might not have ... Read More...
Where to go: 4 alternative Christmas markets to visit from Liverpool With the festive season just around the corner, we shine the spotlight on four cracking continental Christmas markets you might not have heard of – all with links from Liverpool. Words by Lawrence Saunders Bergen Christmas Market, Norway Flight time from LJLA: 1 ... Read More...
Travel: An insider's guide to Amsterdam It may be renowned for its coffeeshop culture, but Amsterdam is a strikingly beautiful destination with fascinating attractions, fabulous shops and fine food and drink. What makes it all the more appealing is you can reach it in under 90 minutes with regular flights from ... Read More...
Destination Guide: Toulouse, France Starting this October, four flights a week will take off from Liverpool John Lennon Airport bound for Toulouse in the South of France. With the summer holidays disappearing as quick as your tan, what better time to plan an autumn break in one of la République’s most picturesque ... Read More...
Camping near Liverpool - outdoor getaways you can reach within an hour and a half With summer 2018 bringing a run of sizzling sunny days which is hopefully set to continue, what better time to book a holiday outdoors? We’ve rounded up some of the best camping and ‘glamping’ sites around an hour ... Read More...
The Interview: Author and television presenter Simon Reeve on his new live show and travel adventures He’s travelled to over 100 countries, been targeted by shooting, survived malaria and was arrested for spying by the KGB, but how does Simon Reeve feel about stepping out in front of a live audience? ... Read More...
Where to go this summer: 5 alternative destinations Still haven’t booked your summer holiday? Get some inspiration with our pick of five alternative European locations with connections from Liverpool. Words by Lawrence Saunders Ischia, Italy If you’re keen to sample a typical Italian seaside holiday but not so hot for the mainland crowds then ... Read More...