ruins of housesteads roman fort along hadrian's wall

English Heritage vs Association for Roman Archaeology: Which Is Better for Hadrian’s Wall?

If you’re planning to walk Hadrian’s Wall, you might be considering an English Heritage membership, or the English Heritage Overseas Visitor Pass, to save money on entry fees. We’ve been English Heritage members for years, and it’s been well worth it for us because we enjoy visiting lots of historic sites in England. However, when

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looking up at the blackcarts stretch of wall with a tree just to the right of it

10 Reasons Why You Definitely Should Not Walk Hadrian’s Wall

Before you lace up your boots and pack for your Hadrian’s Wall walk, let me give you 10 convincing reasons why you might want to rethink this whole adventure. Trust me, this walk is totally overrated… right?  My husband Russell and I walked the entire 84-mile Hadrian’s Wall Path in June 2024, and we were

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view of the castle in sirmione that extends over lake garda

Is Sirmione Worth Visiting? Yes, and Here’s How to Do It Right

Is Sirmione really worth visiting during a Lake Garda or northern Italy trip? That’s exactly what I wondered when planning my visit. It seemed to tick all my boxes — a fairytale castle guarding the entrance, ancient Roman ruins to explore, and those iconic lake views. We’ve always had a soft spot for places with

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view of the Benwell Roman temple with a house in the background

Exploring Hadrian’s Wall in Newcastle: Tracing the Roman Frontier Through the City

For many people walking the Hadrian’s Wall Path, Newcastle is simply a place to start or finish. But the city itself has a deeper Roman story to tell. From the Wall’s eastern terminus at Wallsend to the remains of forts, temples, and frontier defenses further west, Newcastle offers a varied and often overlooked introduction to

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stile along with a trail marker for the Hadrian's Wall Path with perfect blue skies and puffy white clouds in the background

The Best Hadrian’s Wall Guidebook for First-Time Walkers

There are a few things that truly make the Hadrian’s Wall Path easier for first-time walkers — and having a guidebook is one of them. It’s not about adding weight to your pack. It’s about adding confidence to your journey. When we walked the Wall, our guidebook became a constant companion. Even though I already

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the infinity adult pool at the Hotel le ali del Frassino

Hotel Le Ali Del Frassino Review

When we visited the Lake Garda area for a friend’s wedding, we decided to stay at Le Ali Del Frassino, a beautiful resort near Peschiera del Garda. The wedding wasn’t held at the hotel, but many of the guests were staying there, and with the group rate, it seemed like the perfect place to call

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