Liverpool is a cosmopolitan city in the north west of England. Liverpool lays claim to numerous world firsts. The most well known of these was the first commercial wet dock. The Liverpool docks were, by the beginning of the 19th century, England’s busiest with approximately forty percent of the world’s trade passing through the port. With such impressive wealth it is not surprising that the city of Liverpool is home to some of the most interesting galleries and museums in the whole of Great Britain, with only one other city in England having more, London. In the article below I examine some of the various other factors which help make the city of Liverpool such an amazing destination for vacations.
Lots of people assume that Liverpool does not have any castles, historical buildings, fortified houses and country houses and despite the fact that Liverpool Castle disappeared long ago the city of Liverpool is home to a few structures which are known all around the world.
The Beatles
The Beatles, Paul, Ringo. John & George, are one of the most commercially successful acts in popular music the world has ever seen. The Fab Four were a Liverpool band and you are able to take a look at their old homes by going on one of the tours. Of course there are much more Beatles associated places to visit such as; Mathew Street Gallery, The Beatles Shop, The Beatles Story and The Cavern Club, as well as a handful of pubs (The Grapes in Mathew Street, Ye Cracke in Rice Street and The Jacaranda in Slater Street) and an incredible number of places associated with Beatles songs such as Strawberry Fields and Penny Lane.
Every Beatles fan will be thrilled to know that it is possible to enjoy Liverpool bed & breakfast in a Beatles themed hotel.
Other Liverpool Attraction
To be one hundred percent truthful the list of tourist attractions in the city of Liverpool is simply so enormous that there is not enough room here to list them all. Some of the most popular include Speke Hall, The Merseyside Maritime Museum and The Albert Dock plus Liverpool’s two Cathedrals, Knowsley Safari Park and The Tate Liverpool as well as a great many more.
As well as all of the tourist attractions described above Liverpool has a long association with comedy. The list of comedians hailing from Liverpool is enormous but a few worth mentioning include Craig Charles, Alexei Sayle and Kenny Everett, readers who are older may remember Faith Brown, Arthur Askey and Stan Boardman or Jimmy Tarbuck, Ken Dodd and Les Dennis. So when you next visit Liverpool ensure that your bed & breakfast in Liverpool is in a Beatles themed hotel and that you visit a comedy club.
If this does not appeal to you maybe you should go to a soccer match? The city of Liverpool has two superb football clubs (Everton FC and Liverpool FC both of which having has astounding success. Their grounds are found at Anfield and Goodison.
If you want loads of choice for your next holiday, Turkey is one country with a lot to offer. There’s so much going on in Turkey and so many things to see, from the turquoise shores of the Aegean coast, to the bustling city life of Istanbul and the historic ruins of the Ottoman Empire. Whether you want a city break, beach stay or historic escape, Turkey holidays are the perfect fit.
City Break
If you’re in the mood for a city break but fancy escaping Europe, Istanbul is city du jour. This amazing city has something for everyone and some consider it to be the gateway to the East. For the shopaholic in you, make sure you visit the amazing Grand Bazaar and its array of over 4000 shops. Practice your haggling skills, to make sure you get the best prices. Plus the bazaar is only a fraction of this busting shopping district have a wander around the area and you’ll find shops and boutiques that will fill any purchase desire. Whether you are looking to try something new, or look for familiar food, the restaurants cater for every palate. The Golden Horn is a renowned dining district where you can sip Turkish tea and enjoy a traditional Istanbul fish sandwich. For plenty of sun, there’s an assortment of beautiful beaches, and there are lots of historic sites to visit, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Beach Stay
If you want sun, sand and a cocktail in your hand, then Turkey offers an endless amount of options. It’s a good idea to look at all inclusive holidays to Turkey, as once you’re there, you’re going to want to switch off and just relax and enjoy yourself. If you want to have more spending money, then an all inclusive holiday is perfect because they generally include your flights, accommodation and all your food and drink in one fixed price. That way you have nothing to worry about other than working on your tan.
To get some relaxtion into your holiday, visit the best beach in Turkey, Oludeniz. Turkey has some beautiful spots, none more so than this small resort village on the southwest coast. It’s a great place to relax and unwind. For other beach options check out Patara (rated the Best Beach in the World by the Sunday Times) or Marmaris if you’re on a tight budget.
Historic Escape
Two of history’s most significant empires, the Byzantine and the Ottoman, were based in Turkey, making it historically very rich. Discover ancient cities and ruins and explore cultures of past civilizations in this amazing town. You should make sure you visit Ephesus, the best preserved Roman city in the Mediterranean, for an insight into the Roman Empire. It will be as though you have walked into the past, which some say you gain more insight into here than in Rome. Go back to the place where the famous battle happened and visit the city of Troy. The centre of the Trojan War, this city is both famous historically and as the focus of Homer’s famous poems, the Iliad and The Odyssey. You can find a number of cheap holidays to Turkey that will allow you to travel around the important sights and make the most out of your holiday budget.