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At Grownup Travels, we believe in the kind of travel where you bring home stories, not souvenirs. We are up for adventures with rough edges but soft landings, accommodations that are unique or boutique, and the kind of cultural experiences that make your travels truly memorable. Read some of our latest articles below, scroll down to browse a destination that interests you, or visit our photo galleries that are sure to fuel your wanderlust.
Iford Manor Garden: A Hidden Gem in Southwest England
When a British garden is classified ‘Grade I’, meaning of exceptional interest (something only 8.5% of registered British gardens can boast), you know it’s worth a visit. Iford Manor Garden is just such a garden, a true hidden gem in a stunning rural landscape about 20 minutes from Bath in the southwest of England. See what makes this garden so special…
Queen Mary’s Dollhouse: Living Large in Miniature
It may only take up about 25 square feet, but Queen Mary’s Dollhouse at Windsor Castle is more than just a priceless example of miniature real estate. It’s also a showcase for British craftsmanship from the early 1920s and its contents and the details that went into each tiny item are mind-boggling.
King Henry VIII Palaces: What to See at Hampton Court Palace
Over the course of his lifetime and 38-year reign as King of England, Henry VIII owned a staggering 55 palaces scattered around his kingdom. And some of these, like Hampton Court Palace about an hour from London, became a favourite for entertaining and hosting visitors, as well as for collecting and displaying art. Here’s what to see at Hampton Court Palace, perhaps the most magnificent of Henry VII’s palaces.
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