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The Armley Mills Leed Industrial Museum

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

For travellers with a taste for economic or social history or technology or just an ambition to chalk up superlatives, Leeds contains a particularly inviting attraction. The Armley Mills Leeds Industrial Museum was is housed in a historical building that was once the largest woolen mill in the world. It is packed with textile manufacturing equipment, rolling stock from commercial railways, early commercial printing equipment and other exhibits on the technology that once made Leeds a leader in manufacturing.

Several exhibits that are only peripherally related to heavy industry nevertheless offer considerable interest. The Tailoring Gallery examines the process by which the textiles produced in Leeds were turned into fashionable apparel for local gentlemen, who enjoy the company of Leeds escorts during evenings and weekends. Film historians may enjoy the Optics Galleries that discuss the first motion pictures in the world, which were shot on Leeds Bridge. The museum also has its own cinema.

Transit to London Gatwick Airport

Sunday, July 24th, 2011

Gatwick is one of the two largest British airports transporting thousands of passengers to all possible destinations. As a matter of fact, there are several ways to go to this airport quick including taxi services and direct express train leaving the Victoria Station in London every 15 minutes.

Passengers and Gatwick escorts who arrive in London through one of the Gatwick airport terminals are welcomed to take a train or bus to go to the capital city. The train “Southern” goes to the Victoria station; “First Capital Connect” arrives at the “London Bridge”. The majority of buses comes and leaves from the southern London Gatwick Airport terminal. It is possible to reach London by taking Easybus EB3 (coming to London Victoria); EB4 (coming to Fulham Broadway); National Express – to London Victoria. Tickets can be bought at special machines installed near the terminal or ordered online beforehand. Cash and banking cards are accepted.

Edinburgh Shopping

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

Edinburgh is an amazing city to explore, and the shopping in this urban center is fabulous. High-end stores, boutiques, and curio shops in different districts are sure to help people find the items they want to purchase. Those staying in lovely hotels in Edinburgh for business or leisure can enjoy wonderful shopping experiences in Scotland’s capital city.

The main shopping area lies north of the Castle on Princes Street. The large chain stores and department stores are located here. For souvenirs, the Royal Mile near Edinburgh Castle has authentic Scottish wares from kilts to cashmere sweaters to whisky. Then, Victoria Street in Old Town with its picturesque buildings has interesting boutiques to browse. Victoria Street follows to Grassmarket with its stunning views of the Castle. Grassmarket has restaurants, pubs, and various shops. Shopping in historic Edinburgh is rewarding and worthwhile for all visitors to this metropolis.