UK Travel Planning Planning A UK Adventure With Kids: Tips, Highlights + Hidden Gems
Lori-Ann and Nick Mancini transform their daughters' Irish dance opportunity into an unforgettable 20-day family adventure across Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England, blending cultural experiences with memorable exploration.
• Flying direct from Orlando to Dublin before driving through Ireland and Northern Ireland
• Discovering the surprising beauty of Northern Ireland, including Tollymore Forest, Giant's Causeway and Silent Valley
• Flying to Edinburgh and experiencing Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle and a local black cab tour
• Exploring York's medieval streets, ancient walls and impressive Minster
• Visiting London highlights, including the Changing of the Guard, Tower of London and West End theatre
• Enjoying the Roman Baths in Bath and a special birthday tea in the Cotswolds
• Using BritRail passes for easy first-class train travel throughout Britain
• Staying in a mix of accommodations from quirky apartments to family-friendly hotels
• Finding unexpected food highlights, including the Georgian Tea Room in Edinburgh
• Balancing scheduled tours with free exploration time for teens and tweens
• Packing for variable weather conditions from cold rain to summer heat
• Learning to navigate train systems and making the most of long summer daylight hours
⭐️ Guest - Lori-Ann and Nick Mancini
📝 Show Notes - Episode 166
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