Can you really cross Europe by rail from London to Istanbul in 2026? Is there a train that carries you the entire way, or is that idea just a romantic myth? The answer is yes—and no. The route is real, but it doesn’t work how most travelers expect. Understanding what actually exists is where the…
London counts more than 230 theatres, yet fewer than half sit in the West End. Each year, a majority of new British plays premiere outside those famous postcodes, developed on smaller stages with smaller budgets and bigger risks. These are the spaces that test ideas, launch writers, and shape what British theatre becomes next. Here…
You land in Manchester and the city gets to work on you immediately. Red-brick warehouses, cutting-edge galleries, legendary music venues, and canals that feel quietly cinematic all compete for your attention. This isn’t a place you skim—it rewards curiosity. From historic landmarks to modern icons, here are the 20 best tourist places in Manchester to…