2012 is an exciting year to be in London. Many city breaks in England will be trips to London to join the fun. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee will be held 2-5 June. And in July and August the world's eyes will be watching London for the XXX Olympics.
The Olympics happen only once every four years with an occasional exception. Royal Diamond Jubilees are even more infrequent. The last one in England was Queen Victoria's in 1897. Everyone in the world who wants to be a part of history will be flocking to London in the summer of 2012.
Any time a world-class event takes place it will be surrounded by auxiliary celebrations. Two events as significant as the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics will inspire a lot of enthusiasm. Artists, performers, and anyone who sells or manufactures anything will want to produce something special to catch the attention of the crowds of potential audience. There will be concerts, tours, exhibitions and parties in the streets.
Summer of 2012 will be a great time to be in London except for people who don't like crowds. If you aren't planning to go to any of the Olympic events and you figure you can get a better view of the Jubilee pageantry on TV why not escape? People are going to be offering top dollar for accommodations. Why not rent out your house or flat and make a break for it?
Taking a break doesn't necessarily mean heading for the country or the ocean. If you enjoy cities but need a change maybe you should go to a different city. You might want to go to Liverpool. It's only about a two hour trip on a fast train.
Practically everybody knows that Liverpool is the home of the Beatles. But there is also a rich history that goes back to the days when Britannia ruled the waves and the sun never set on the British Empire. You can see some great architecture including two cathedrals. There are exciting places to eat, shop and hear every kind of music from the latest to the greatest.
York is another city that offers plenty to see and do for the tourist or for anyone looking for a change of scene. Amble along the Shambles which has been named the most picturesque street in England. Shop for antiques. You might find something that dates back to the Romans or the Vikings. Walkers will enjoy the City Wall Walk by day and the Ghost Walk by night.
The Olympics happen only once every four years with an occasional exception. Royal Diamond Jubilees are even more infrequent. The last one in England was Queen Victoria's in 1897. Everyone in the world who wants to be a part of history will be flocking to London in the summer of 2012.
Any time a world-class event takes place it will be surrounded by auxiliary celebrations. Two events as significant as the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics will inspire a lot of enthusiasm. Artists, performers, and anyone who sells or manufactures anything will want to produce something special to catch the attention of the crowds of potential audience. There will be concerts, tours, exhibitions and parties in the streets.
Summer of 2012 will be a great time to be in London except for people who don't like crowds. If you aren't planning to go to any of the Olympic events and you figure you can get a better view of the Jubilee pageantry on TV why not escape? People are going to be offering top dollar for accommodations. Why not rent out your house or flat and make a break for it?
Taking a break doesn't necessarily mean heading for the country or the ocean. If you enjoy cities but need a change maybe you should go to a different city. You might want to go to Liverpool. It's only about a two hour trip on a fast train.
Practically everybody knows that Liverpool is the home of the Beatles. But there is also a rich history that goes back to the days when Britannia ruled the waves and the sun never set on the British Empire. You can see some great architecture including two cathedrals. There are exciting places to eat, shop and hear every kind of music from the latest to the greatest.
York is another city that offers plenty to see and do for the tourist or for anyone looking for a change of scene. Amble along the Shambles which has been named the most picturesque street in England. Shop for antiques. You might find something that dates back to the Romans or the Vikings. Walkers will enjoy the City Wall Walk by day and the Ghost Walk by night.
