Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Mexico City travel: It’s time to give this city another chance
The magnificent Bellas Artes Palace. Picture: Mexico Tourism DEAR Mexico City residents, You deserve an apology. People are still picking on your metropolis, describing it as a “crime-ridden urban jungle”. It’s time Australians took another look. The Mexican capital is far safer than it was when crime reached its peak in 1997. It’s now considered … Continue reading
Win a Fairy-Tale Getaway in a Scottish Castle | TravelPulse
PHOTO: Duns Castle in Scotland. (Photo via Wikipedia.com/)Rich Tea Talk about vacationing like royalty. HomeAway, a leading vacation rental company, is giving away a five-night stay at a 14th-century Scottish castle. And because the lucky winner will be staying in a castle, of course, they’ll need an entourage. But that’s okay because this royal package … Continue reading
A castle fit for a Brownie: Historic home in Granby goes up for sale
In the market for a castle? Look no further than Granby, Que., and you’ll find Brownie Castle, a sprawling historic home on Elgin Street that’s now listed for $425,000. Built by illustrator and poet Palmer Cox around 1904, the castle featured 17 rooms. It has now been divided into a triplex, and comes complete with a few mischievous spirits. … Continue reading
Lincoln developer fined £55,000 after removing features from historic house | TheBusinessDesk.com
Castle Moat House A property developer has been fined more that £55,000 after removing features from a listed building without permission. Lincoln firm Newell’s Projects’ director David Newell and site manager Paul Priestly, has pleaded guilty to six charges in relation to the removal of irreplaceable features at the Grade II-listed Castle Moat House in … Continue reading
Travel firm makes majestic marketing move for Beauty and the Beast
The animated Beauty and the Beast film is adored the world over and was released back in 1991. But in keeping with its tradition to revive classic cartoons as live-action movies, Disney has given Beauty and the Beast an overhaul for the 21st century. Starring Harry Potter’s Emma Watson as the titular Beauty and Dan … Continue reading
6 brilliant B&B experiences across Northern Illinois | mySuburbanLife.com
Galena and Chicago aren’t the only places to find great bed-and-breakfast experiences in northern Illinois. Visitors seeking unique and luxurious lodging experiences can find an abundance of options, including, in some instances, right on Chicago’s doorstep: RAVENSTONE CASTLE | HARVARD In 2001, Jose and Rose Michel broke ground on their dream home – a castle … Continue reading
HomeAway are offering an incredible 14th century castle stay to celebrate Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
HONG KONG, Feb. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Have you ever dreamt of living in a whole castle with your whole entourage for a week? HomeAway®, the world leader in holiday home rentals, is about to realise this dream holiday for one lucky winner. With anticipation high for the live-action release of Disney’s Beauty and the … Continue reading
What Makes Edinburgh Great for Families | TravelPulse
PHOTO: Edinburgh is a compact city ideal for families. (Photo via Flickr.com/Craig Cormack) Edinburgh’s compact nature makes it the perfect place to explore with kids who will marvel at its medieval structures and its natural wonders. A new article in the Telegraph suggests a variety of places families will find fascinating on their next visit. … Continue reading
Visitor Numbers Surge at Gwynedd’s Harlech Castle
This article was written by leading food and travel journalist, Angela Youngman. A surge in visitors has resulted following the conclusion of a £6m project to refurbish Harlech Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitor numbers have risen by 35%, causing income to the site to rise by 69%. Sales at the refurbished shop have … Continue reading
Hold court at historic Welsh mansion: former courthouse is now a huge eight-bedroom home with prison cells, Roman columns and a surprising price tag | Homes and Property
1/73 The Old Court House, Caernarfon Four Roman Doric columns give an imposing facade to the vast building. Beresford Adams 2/73 The Old Court House, Caernarfon A scalloped vaulted wall provides a dramatic backdrop to the living room. Beresford Adams 3/73 The Old Court House, Caernarfon The viewing galleries from the courtroom have been retained … Continue reading