UK Travel Planning

By: Tracy Collins
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  • The UK Travel Planning Podcast is full of practical tips and advice to help you plan your dream trip to the UK whether you are visiting England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.

    Travel expert Tracy Collins shares years of knowledge and experience of travelling to, and around, the UK to help you plan your UK itinerary.

    Listen to special guest interviews full of travel inspiration and practical tips for popular and off the beaten path destinations. Learn more about the best ways to travel around the UK (including by train), about British culture and history and much more!

    Tune in and let us help you plan your perfect UK itinerary with all the places and experiences you have been dreaming of. UK Travel Planning - helping YOU plan YOUR perfect UK vacation.
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  • Exploring Scotland’s North Coast with Victoria Greig: Highlights and Tips

    Exploring Scotland’s North Coast with Victoria Greig: Highlights and Tips
    Oct 1 2024

    In episode 118 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins chats with her first New Zealand guest, Victoria Greig. Victoria and her husband, Murray, embarked on an epic 7.5-week journey across the UK earlier this year.

    In this episode, Victoria shares the highlights of their adventure, including an unforgettable tour with North Coast Explorer Tours, time spent exploring the picturesque Cotswolds, and the historic city of York.

    From breathtaking scenery and unique activities to invaluable travel tips, join us as we delve into what made their trip so special and why a bespoke tour with knowledgeable guides like Robert James at North Coast Explorer Tours can transform your travel experience.

    Tune in for captivating insights and inspiration for your next UK vacation!

    ⭐️ Guest - Victoria Greig
    📝 Show Notes -     Episode 118

    🎧 Listen to next

    • Episode #35 – An introduction to Far North Scotland with Sally-Ann of North Coast Explorer Tours
    • Episode #36 – Exploring Far North Scotland with North Coast Explorer Tours
    • Episode #42 – Discovering the treasures of Far North Scotland with North Coast Explorer Tours

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    29 mins
  • Discover Country Durham: Scenic Landscapes, Castles, and Cultural Sites with guest Michelle Gorman

    Discover Country Durham: Scenic Landscapes, Castles, and Cultural Sites with guest Michelle Gorman
    Sep 24 2024

    In episode 117 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast we shine a spotlight on County Durham in the northeast of England. Joining us is Michelle Gorman, managing director of Visit County Durham, who guides us through this stunning region, renowned for its rich history and diverse landscapes.

    From the UNESCO World Heritage site of Durham Cathedral and Castle, the Auckland Project, and the historic Beamish Museum, to the bicentenary celebrations of the modern railway next year, Michelle offers a treasure trove of insights.

    Tune in to discover why County Durham should be next on your travel list and get some valuable tips for your visit.

    Let's dive in and explore all this beautiful county has to offer!

    ⭐️ Guest - Michelle Gorman of Visit County Durham
    📝 Show Notes -     Episode 117

    Enjoy the show? Have feedback? We love to hear from you so why not send us a text message!

    Support the show

    ➡️ Sponsor our show by clicking here
    ➡️ Leave us a tip by clicking here

    Work With Us - Contact info@uktravelplanning.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    Thank you ❤️

    Disclaimer: Some outbound links financially benefit the podcast through affiliate programs. Using our links is a small way to support the show at no additional cost. I only endorse products, programs, and services I use and would recommend to close friends and family. Thank you for the support!
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    22 mins
  • Family Fun in England: Trip Highlights with Heather Welday

    Family Fun in England: Trip Highlights with Heather Welday
    Sep 17 2024

    In episode 116 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy welcomes back Heather Welday, who previously appeared in our 100th celebratory episode. Heather shares an in-depth report of her family’s June 2024 trip to England, packed with valuable insights and travel inspiration.

    Heather, hailing from Southern California, travelled with her husband and two children, staying in an apartment just four doors from Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover Heather's favourite souvenir, which Tracy now plans to collect herself. Heather also discusses their itinerary, which included London, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Bath, and their choice to use public transportation throughout their trip.

    Heather highlights the resources she found most helpful, including the UK Travel Planning Podcast and the Facebook group. She recounts her favourite experiences, like the Verger Tour at Westminster Abbey and being the first visitor at Stonehenge. She also shares their challenges, including travel disruptions and her husband falling ill.

    Food enthusiasts will enjoy Heather's rave reviews of the meal deals from Marks & Spencer and her favorite pub meals. She also provides packing tips, emphasizing the importance of traveling light and being prepared for the UK’s unpredictable weather.

    Heather wraps up with practical advice for first-time UK travellers, particularly the importance of booking tickets for popular attractions early.

    ⭐️ Guest - Heather Welday
    📝 Show Notes -     Episode 116

    Enjoy the show? Have feedback? We love to hear from you so why not send us a text message!

    🌏 Embark on a journey with us around the world. The Global Travel Planning Podcast is filled with travel inspiration, itinerary ideas, real life adventures, practical tips and insights to fuel your wanderlust and help you make your travel dreams a reality.

    Support the show

    ➡️ Sponsor our show by clicking here
    ➡️ Leave us a tip by clicking here

    Work With Us - Contact info@uktravelplanning.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    Thank you ❤️

    Disclaimer: Some outbound links financially benefit the podcast through affiliate programs. Using our links is a small way to support the show at no additional cost. I only endorse products, programs, and services I use and would recommend to close friends and family. Thank you for the support!
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Nice resource but loses focus easily

This is an interesting podcast. I would not say that it is completely useless because my wife and I have certainly gained some information from it. If I were able to cut out the 40% of content that seems to be nothing more than inside knowledge of personal trips, it would be much more worthwhile. for a podcast that is supposed to be focused on traveling, and therefore meaning focused on people who are not familiar with the local area, geography, infrastructure, and other such things; It would be much more beneficial if more things were explained in detail when first mentioned. Something as simple as a road name completely foreign to someone who has never visited the UK for example. I don't want to be completely negative in my review because as I said this has been beneficial in some regards but I would be doing a disservice to the producer if I didn't make the points I am trying to make to perhaps give them insight into making a more usable product.

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Best UK Travel podcast!

Practical tips and interviews for planning a trip to the UK. I loved it! Interviews with travelers, tour operators, and locals who live there! I listened to them more than once and took notes! Great information for the self guided traveler.

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Loved this one!

I listened to the winter one first and hadn't realised this was a series. I enjoyed this more than the winter one but maybe that was because I didn't understand the background?

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