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Perranporth Beach on the west coast of Cornwall.

Where can I hire a bodyboard at Perranporth Beach, Cornwall?

Perranporth Beach in Cornwall is ideal for bodyboarding; discover the three main places right near the beach where you can rent equipment for £10 a day. What is Perranporth Beach like? Perranporth Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the west coast of…

Is it safe to swim at Lizard Point Beach, Cornwall?

Lizard Point Beach in Cornwall, while scenic, is unsafe for swimming due to unpatrolled waters, strong currents, large breaking waves, and the risk of being cut off by the tide. Britain’s southernmost beach Lizard Point Beach in Cornwall is the southernmost beach on mainland Britain.…

The sculpture that’s the unexpected highlight of the Eden Project

The unexpected highlight of the Eden Project is the Seed sculpture by Peter Randall-Page, a 70-tonne granite piece that features Fibonacci spirals and impressive acoustics. A visit to the Eden Project Today, I visited the Eden Project in Cornwall – something I’ll write a fair…

View from the Bodinnick Ferry, Cornwall.

The Fowey to Bodinnick ferry, Cornwall: Times, prices and alternatives

The Fowey to Bodinnick ferry service costs from £6.20 for cars, with services usually starting at 7am. How I ended up on the Fowey to Bodinnick ferry First, a confession: I encountered the Fowey to Bodinnick ferry by accident. I was driving from the Eden…

The swirling sands of Hill Inlet on Whitsunday Island, Queensland.

Providence cruise to Whitehaven Beach: Whitsundays day tour guide with prices & times

First time on the Providence Whitehaven Beach cruise? This guide covers departure details, tour highlights, ticket info, packing tips, and how to make the most of the day. Providence Whitehaven Beach tour overview and what to expect This is a full-day sailing adventure aboard a…

Dolphin Discovery Centre, Bunbury: Hours, prices, tours & visitor tips

First time visiting Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury, Western Australia? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of the Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury The Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury, Western Australia, is a not-for-profit…

The Caminito del Rey near Malaga, Spain.

How the Caminito del Rey tour works: Transport from Málaga, entry rules and route overview

This practical guide gives you a clear picture of what to expect on the Caminito del Rey tour from Málaga, Spain. It covers everything from ticket prices and opening hours to parking, accessibility and how the tour works. What the Caminito del Rey tour from…

A kangaroo at the Healesville Sanctuary, Victoria, Australia.

Plan your visit to Healesville Sanctuary: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Healesville Sanctuary, located in Victoria’s Yarra Valley, offers a unique encounter with native Australian wildlife — including koalas, kangaroos, wombats and platypus — in a natural bushland setting. This guide covers what first-time visitors need to know: opening hours, ticket prices, parking, and how…

Inside the caves beneath Nottingham's city centre.

City of Caves, Nottingham: ticket prices, parking and visitor guide

The City of Caves in Nottingham is one of Britain’s most unusual underground attractions, revealing a hidden world carved into the soft sandstone beneath the city streets. This guide explains its history, what to expect on your visit, how to book tickets, and practical information…

Cacti on display at Cactus Country in Strathmerton, Victoria.

Cactus Country, Strathmerton, Victoria: Hours, prices & visitor tips

First time visiting Cactus Country in Strathmerton, Victoria? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Cactus Country Cactus Country is Australia’s largest cactus garden, located in Strathmerton, Victoria. To book tickets and skip the…