http://www.free-articles-zone.com Morenos en 10/12/2009 Blackpool is the leading beach resort in the United Kingdom, a fascinating oasis for fun and frolics that is also developing a growing reputation as the Las Vegas of Europe. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48565 2007-04-27 With more than 17 million visitors a year, Blackpool certainly ranks as Europe's busiest tourist resort. There are plenty of ways to get there, either by bus, train, car or by air. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48566 2007-04-27 Blackpool is the number one tourist resort in the UK and its history suggests that it always seemed destined for this kind of greatness. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48567 2007-04-27 With so much to do in Blackpool, visitors will certainly need enough time to do it all. That usually means staying in town for an extra day or even an extra week. Fortunately, Blackpool has so much to offer in terms of accommodation http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48568 2007-04-27 While Blackpool is known primarily as a tourist resort with amazing amusement arcades and fun fairs, the town also has many museums and art galleries of note. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48569 2007-04-27 The night is alive in Blackpool, one of the best clubbing venues in the north as well as a favorite destination for fans of live music and live theatre performances. The club scene is electric in Blackpool, with the resort town offering hot dance music http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48570 2007-04-27 The seaside town of Blackpool, a major tourist hub since the 19th century, continues to be heavily dependent on tourism. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48571 2007-04-27 Part of the allure of a romantic visit to Blackpool is that there are dozens of impressive restaurants that exude just the right mood to enhance that fuzzy warm feeling. Here are some exquisite choices for that romantic lunch or dinner. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48572 2007-04-27 Blackpool isn't renowned for romance, but a seaside resort town with plenty of amazing parks, hotels, restaurants, museums and nightlife has everything any Romeo needs to fan the amorous flames of his Juliet. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48573 2007-04-27 Whether you're the sporty type who loves to compete or are more of a spectator who enjoys the vicarious thrill of watching competition, Blackpool has a lot to offer you. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48574 2007-04-27 Dating back over 2000 years, Leicester is one of the oldest cities in England and has plenty to interest historians. The history of the origins of Leicester are, of course, lost in time. However, there are two main theories concerning the origin of the settlement now known as Leicester. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48596 2007-04-27 Leicester has the usual range of places for the visitor to stay from hostels to 5 star hotels. However, Leicester is not renowned as a tourist centre and so the accommodation provision is mainly from the major chains that can be found anywhere. An advantage of that is, of course, that a Holiday Inn is the same in Leicester, London or Leeds. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48597 2007-04-27 Leicester is on the main route north from London, passing through the midlands. As such it is well served by both road and rail links. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48598 2007-04-27 Historically Leicester has always been most closely associated with clothing and footwear manufacturing trades. Whilst the City of Leicester employment profile shows the largest proportion of city workers to be engaged in manufacturing http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48599 2007-04-27 The diversity of ethnicities and cultures in Leicester makes it one of the most varied and vibrant cities in the country. The substantial Asian community has brought with it many interesting events which the city enjoys supporting. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48600 2007-04-27 The world map reference for Leicester is latitude 52o38’06” north and latitude 1o08’06” west. The River Soar running through it is one of the few geographical features of this city, which is, by and large, flat and featureless http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48601 2007-04-27 Leicester has a strong tradition of being represented at national level in our three main sports. ie Football, Rugby and Cricket, with the rugby team, Leicester Tigers, being the most consistent in their achievements. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48602 2007-04-27 The Victorian Clock Tower, situated at the meeting point of seven city streets, is generally acknowledged as the main meeting point in Leicester. It is also the focus point for most of the city’s shops with the two main shopping centres http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48603 2007-04-27 In truth Leicester is neither quaint, nor full of historic places to visit. However, the few truly ancient or historic buildings it has are shown off well and the city is quite rightly proud of them. Here are a few of the sites worth seeing in Leicester. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48604 2007-04-27 With a population rapidly approaching 300,000, Leicester is the largest city in the East Midlands and is in the top 20 cities in England by size of population. The ratio of males to females is 51% to 49%. Leicester is unusual in having a high proportion of its population aged under 35; http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=48605 2007-04-27 If you are planning to take a trip to a romantic destination, allow us to guide you to Wales and recommend that you pay a visit to Cardiff Castle. This beautiful and strange city houses within its midst, http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=44519 2007-03-27 A very entertaining way to spend a few hours in Cardiff would be to eat somewhere special and http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=44520 2007-03-27 Cardiff or Caerdydd in Welsh is the capital city of Wales. The city is situated in the county of Glamorgan and used to be a small traditional town until the 19th century when it started to rapidly http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=44521 2007-03-27 Manchester occupies a hallowed place in the history of England because of its key role in the Industrial Revolution. Today, it is also known as a centre of the arts, media, commerce and higher education. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33160 2006-12-13 In the U.K, places of historic interest and buildings of architectural importance can be listed for preservation. Sheffield and the surrounding area are home to eleven grade 1 buildings and all of these magnificent structures are worth a visit. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32958 2006-12-12 There are many fantastic places to go shopping in the UK, and Nottingham holds its own with the best of them. The city not only has a huge variety of nationally known shops and brand names, but also a great selection of local and unique specialties. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32959 2006-12-12 The city of Nottingham, with two universities and several smaller colleges, has a large and varied student population, which has contributed its own creative and edgy flavour to the city’s younger neighbourhoods. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33043 2006-12-12 People coming to holiday, take in a sporting event, or do business in Sheffield have a range of lodging options, particularly in the city centre. Accommodation options range from luxury four star hotels to two converted canal barges. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33042 2006-12-12 Fans of every kind of music can find recordings and performances in the city of Nottingham. A thriving local music scene has nurtured local bands in modern rock and roll, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and many sub-genres from punk to Goth to industrial. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33040 2006-12-12 You would expect a city with a large student population to have some live music venues. To say that about Sheffield is an extreme understatement. The vibrant live music scene has been the soundtrack to life for Sheffielders for over 30 years. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33041 2006-12-12 Leeds boasts lots of attractions for visitors and tourists alike. Some notable attractions are the Royal Armories, West Yorkshire Playhouse, City Art Gallery and Roundhay park. This article is a quick guide to the attractions of Leeds. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33038 2006-12-12 The Peak District National Park consists of 550 square miles in central and northern England. Touring the park can be done in a number of different ways and is said to have the best public transportation system for touring. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33039 2006-12-12 They say that a city’s entertainment and recreational options speak volumes about a city’s prospects as a desirable and rewarding place to live. If this is the case, then Manchester’s vibrant entertainment options certainly speak volumes. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33037 2006-12-12 Manchester’s long and distinguished roster of world-famous pop music stars has been a great source of pride among local Mancunians, especially since it gives an indication of the prominent role that the city plays in the world music scene. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=33036 2006-12-12 The residents of the city of Nottingham are passionate about sport, in all of its many varieties. There are numerous sport venues and facilities hosting professional and amateur competitions. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32957 2006-12-12 Leeds culture and heritage has so many aspects that it is difficult to represent them in a small article. Today, Leeds is not only one of the six leading cities in England but is also rated one of the best for tourists. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32955 2006-12-12 For many people, Manchester United is not only a great football team but one of the city’s premier ambassadors to the world. With this as background, United is probably the more popular of the two Manchester football teams, wouldn’t you think? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32953 2006-12-12 When a visitor enters the Leeds Art Gallery their artistic instincts are at once awakened with the wide varieties of artworks on display. Some of the most outstanding works of British art outside London are available at Leeds Art Gallery. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32954 2006-12-12 The recent wave of regeneration in Manchester has led to an influx of new residents. This has, in turn, revitalized the city’s dining, shopping and entertainment landscape, there have never been more dining choices in Manchester than there are today. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32951 2006-12-12 When it comes to a question of mixing socialising with fun, there can be no alternative to sports. A sports event not only provides relaxation, fun and socialising, it also provides excellent possibilities for a really good workout. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32948 2006-12-12 Sports in Sheffield hold a special place in the hearts of the citizens of the Steel City, and football reigns supreme. Many other sports are popular in Sheffield of course such as ice hockey, cricket and basketball, but but not like football. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32956 2006-12-12 Manchester has always been renowned as a city of great architecture, ranging from the historic buildings of the Victorian Age to the modern structures springing from its recent renovation. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32950 2006-12-12 The population of Sheffield grew to over half a million people, ten times its original size during the industrial revolution. It became the City of Sheffield in 1893 and is one of eight core cities outside London to be in the Core Cities Group. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32947 2006-12-12 The large population of people in Sheffield are fortunate to have a wide choice of venues for activities they are interested in. Let’s look at some possible first date scenarios for people in the city of Sheffield. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32945 2006-12-12 The city of Nottingham, in the East Midlands of England, rests upon the rivers Trent and Leen. The history of settlement in the area dates from well before the Romans, and there are numerous signs of Roman-era settlement as well. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32943 2006-12-12 The Nottingham has many unique features that set it apart, but the one thing for which the city receives recognition around the globe is the fantastic legend of Robin Hood, and his arch nemesis the Sheriff of Nottingham. But was he real? http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32946 2006-12-12 During the twentieth century Leeds, previously known as a merchant city, also started earning a reputation as a centre of learning. By the end of the twentieth century, Leeds already had more than 500 different educational institutions. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32949 2006-12-12 Manchester has so much to offer visiting tourists, both foreign and locals alike, that it would be difficult to maximize your visit without a planned itinerary. The following suggests two possible tour itineraries to get the most out of your trip. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32952 2006-12-12 Lacemaking is one of the key aspects of the history of Nottingham, and a quarter-mile square area in the heart of the city contains one of the enduring signs of the impact lace has had upon the area. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32722 2006-12-08 Sheffield is known world wide as a leading producer of steel. What many people may not be aware of is its history of excellence in education. Sheffield’s two major universities have a combined enrollment approaching 50,000 students annually. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32723 2006-12-08 Nottingham is lively city, full of music and entertainment, as well as history and culture. For those looking for a day of art or history appreciation, and the quiet restoration that it can bring, the city has a variety of museums and art galleries. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32724 2006-12-08 Festivals in Leeds have a long and glorious history, one of the most popular takes place in August. A music festival is defined as an event with a number of music programs played through a genre, the Leeds festival is certainly more than this. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32725 2006-12-08 The city of Sheffield is an interesting one geographically speaking, it sits in a natural amphitheatre created by hills and rivers and is the only city in the U.K that has any National Park land within its borders. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32726 2006-12-08 As one of the core eight cities in England, Leeds promises to provide all of the needs of a tourist. Some people like historical places, some search for sports, entertainment or business pursuits. Leeds can provide a combination of all these. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32727 2006-12-08 There are many excellent places to stay close to Manchester’s most popular tourist attractions. Should you prefer a hotel closer to the countryside, suburbs such as Bolton, Altrincham and Stockport would be an ideal choice. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32728 2006-12-08 If you’re travelling to Manchester for a luxury vacation to remember, why not check into one of the following upscale and luxurious accommodations. http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=32729 2006-12-08