All Aboard, Me Hearties! Travel By Boat In These Amazing UK Places

As much as we don’t often appreciate it, we do have some wonderful places here in the UK. In fact, millions of people can see how brilliant our country is as they visit every year. Therefore, for your next holiday, you should opt to stay in the UK. And while you are traveling to different places in the country, you should make an effort to go on a few boat trips. In fact, here are some amazing places in the UK which are made even better if you experience them by boat.

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Oxford

The beautiful city of Oxford is a lovely place to travel to for a short break. After all, there is so much culture and history that makes it a fantastic place for a weekend. In fact, you will be amazed by the stunning cathedral and the beautiful castle. You can also look at the famous university which has alumni including actor Hugh Grant. And one of the best ways to experience Oxford is by boat. In fact, you should go punting at Magdalen Bridge which will take you past famous sights including the botanic gardens and the Christ Church College Meadows. Or you might even want to go on a river cruise which will allow you to see all the gorgeous views which were written about in Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland!

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London

There’s so much to see and do in the capital that it can be hard to do it all on a weekend. Therefore, you should travel to London for a week to ensure you get to experience all the unique things the city has to offer. And while a lot of people get the famous red buses or underground to get around the city, you should consider getting a boat. After all, sailing down the River Thames is a great way to see everything the city has to offer. You will go past famous landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament while you are cruising down the Thames. And you can even dine in style. For example, you can book dinner on sites like http://www.thamesdinnercruise.co.uk/ to ensure you tuck into great grub while taking photos of famous landmarks. And with most of the boats boasting a commentary, you will learn all about London at the same time.

Cornwall

One of the most picturesque places in the country, Cornwall is definitely an amazing place to visit. Not only will you love the cute fishing villages, but the food is to die for too. After all, a traditional Cornish pasty is not the same anywhere else. And while walking is a lot of fun while in the area, one of the best ways to see everything on offer is by going on a boat trip. After all, you will get to explore all the different villages and enjoy the beautiful hilly views while on the boat. In fact, https://www.visitcornwall.com/about-cornwall/blogging-cornwall/wed-2012-08-29-0700/five-boat-trips-to-try tells you more about the best boat trips to do while in Cornwall!
And remember if you want to extend your splashing stay, why not stay on a houseboat. There are many beautiful rents across the country, and it will make your travel experience  unique!

Rebecca x

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