Blackpool is the most popular seaside resort in the United Kingdom, where around 4 million visitors come every year to have a good time. Blackpool is located on the North West coast of England and has a population of 150,000 people. Its attractions suit the most diverse requirements, offering activities for both young, party animals and tranquillity-loving families. You can get to Blackpool by train, as it has two railway stations – Blackpool South and Blackpool North, by plane, as it has its own airport (located 5 miles from the town centre and well connected to the resort by train, bus, rail and taxi services) or by road, as the M55 motorway is going through the heart of the town, linking Blackpool to the British motorway system.
Blackpool’s main travel attractions are the Golden Mile, which is considered to the heart of the city, the Blackpool Pleasure Beach and the Blackpool Tower.
The Golden Mile is the main shopping area; it has restaurants, cafes, arcades and the Tower. It is most famous mainly for its illuminations (also known as the world’s longest free show) which take place yearly between September and November when the 8 km of seaside promenade and the Blackpool Tower are lit with bright, beautiful lights.
The Tower has been built in1894 and it represents a famous Victorian landmark. It is nowadays a huge entertainment centre with a huge ballroom and a circus.
The Blackpool Pleasure Beach was opened in 1896. It is an amusement park that is offering a variety of rides for all tastes. Its main attractions are the 200 ft Big One roller coaster that is being known worldwide, three wooden roller coasters and several smaller theme roller coasters, entertainment shows featuring acrobats and dancers like the ‘Eclipse at the Globe’ show and the world’s biggest ride in the dark – the ‘Valhalla’. It also has rides suitable for children like a centrifugal rocket called ‘Flying Machines’ or the ‘Beaver Creek’ ride.
The Blackpool Model Village is another place you should visit. It is a quieter attraction, located in Stanley Park. You can take a refreshing walk through this hand crafted model village and its beautiful gardens.
If your Blackpool travel experience involves children, Louis Tussaud’s waxworks is a nice place for taking them out. The museum has 5 floors packed with lifelike models of famous people from around the world and it’s much cheaper than its London relative, Madame Toussauds.
Auckland is the largest urban area in New Zealand. The city is located in the north of the country and it boasts a population of 1.3 million. Auckland is treated to a warm, pleasant climate that never sees any snow. Following the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, Auckland was officially colonised by Britain and the city began to grow rapidly.
Auckland spans the volcanoes of the Auckland Volcanic Field and as a result it boasts some of the worlds most beautiful and unusual scenery. Popular excursions for nature lovers include, a trip to the summit of Mount Eden, which offers stunning views of the city. Another destination often visited by tourists is One Tree Hill (also known as Maungakiekie) – an impressive volcanic cone overlooking Auckland. Hiking isn’t the only outdoor activity popular in Auckland, locals and tourists are renowned for enjoying water sports. The city is known by many as the ‘City of Sails’ and tourists are offered ample opportunity to enjoy the warm Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean. Auckland travel , it is home to some stunning beaches, such as Mission Bay, Takapuna and Maraetai, while Piha and Muriwai offer wonderful surfing opportunities.
For those looking for a less adventurous break, Auckland is a famous shopping destination, with a huge variety of shops, from department stores to designer fashion, unusual boutiques to flea markets. Once all the shopping has been done, the city offers visitors numerous charming cafes, not least in the Ponsonby area, where tourists are spoilt for choice when looking for a cosy spot to watch the world go by.
The Bavaria Bed & Breakfast Hotel is a small, charming hotel only 7 minutes drive from the centre of Auckland. Their accommodation establishment is situated on the western side of an extinct volcano in the heart of Mt. Eden, one of Auckland’s more picturesque, historic suburbs, on the periphery of the business center of Auckland.
With only 11 guest rooms in their Bed and Breakfast Hotel they assure warm, friendly and generous hospitality, offering quality B&B accommodation with all modern amenities, including free wireless internet and guest PC in lounge. Their 100-year-old kauri villa has been converted to a Bed and Breakfast in 1990 and furbished with native timber furniture. The large, sunny guest lounge of their hotel leads on to a private deck in a small exotic garden.
Nearby Auckland attractions include: Mt. Eden, Eden Gardens, Auckland Domain and Auckland Zoo.In walking distance from their Bed and breakfast is Eden Park which is Auckland’s main rugby stadium. From the top of Mt. Eden get panoramic views of the center of Auckland and the Auckland Harbour. Enjoy some of Auckland’s best cuisine along Dominion Road and Mt. Eden Road. Auckland sightseeing tour companies will pick you up from the doorstep of their accommodation.