Scotland and England

The UK is a really beautiful place. The country is green, the cities are filled with old buildings and castles and new architecture, like London's "gherkin", a pickle shaped tower. All the cities we saw had pubs around every corner and each of the pubs we entered had perfect menus full of delicious foods. Mussels, fish n chips, steak and ale pie... I don't think I was ever disappointed in my food.

London is a crazy busy place. Mobs of people and endless traffic are everywhere you go, at any time of day. I can see how living there might make some people crazy but I loved it. The hustle and bustle is exciting! London was, and has always been, one of my top places to visit. It certainly didn't disappoint. The cathedrals, parliament buildings, London eye, Harry Potter studio tours, Piccadilly Circus.. So much to see in every direction. I will be back again!

Nottingham. The home of Robin Hood and his story. Also, the home of "Wayne Manor" from the newest Batman movies. Very exciting stuff. It is also home to a Jamie Oliver restaurant, the UK's oldest pub, Gourmet Burger Kitchen, and Warhammer HQ. Beside those things already listed it also has a castle and some charming street to walk, night or day.

All aboard! Next stop, Edinburgh!
Edinburgh was everything I wanted it to be and more. A huge chunk of the city is "old town." Full to the brim with history, stories, buildings and people. Old homes made from brick, a castle on a cliff, a spectacular monument, (the start point of the Harry Potter stories,) narrow winding streets, cemeteries and so much more. The city is said to be haunted so ghost tours are a must. Fear not, not all the tours are scary and only some have costumed a**holes that jump out at you. The new city has plenty to offer as well in the way of museums, shops and restaurants.

Lastly on our stay in the UK we took a day trip through the highlands and to Lochness. In my opinion, something that shouldn't be missed. You don't have to believe that a monster lives in the loch, but it is a fun trip anyway. The highlands are beautiful, rugged and have a history all their own. A Kilt wearing Scotsman as a tour guide didn't hurt either..