Travel Guides
England Travel Guides
Our collection of travel guides for England offers invaluable insights and tips for exploring this beautiful country.
Discover England's stunning natural beauty in its national parks or delve into the vibrant life of its cosmopolitan cities. Our travel information on England is comprehensive and detailed, providing everything you need for planning your journey.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, our guides are designed to enhance your experience in this remarkable destination.
The Top 5 Wedding Destinations in The UK
Inverness Scotland: Achnagairn Castle If you want your wedding to be set in the most beautiful fairy-like castle, then Achnagarin will tick all the boxes for you. Hire out the whole castle for something more private and enjoy the beautiful architecture whilst surrounded by plush green gardens.
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Best Gay Cities in the World: Barcelona, Berlin, NYC & Bangkok
Some cities belong on every gay traveller’s list. Not because they host a famous Pride once a year, but because the gay scene is big enough, established enough and varied enough to shape the whole trip. Barcelona gives you Gaixample, beach clubs, late dining and Sitges within easy reach.
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OutOfOffice.com at Pride in London
The OutOfOffice.com team represented at Pride in London yesterday. We set up this travel service to ensure that everyone was welcome and that everything we did was LGBT friendly. We welcome customers from all walks of life from all over the world and where other travel companies shy away from providing advice and having expert knowledge, we proactively ensure that everything we do is built from the ground up with gay people in mind.
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Pride in London 2016: Why the OOO team will march
We pride ourselves in designing tailor-made holidays for all, no matter who you love. It's at the heart of what we do and is the reason I founded OutOfOffice.com. Other companies didn't and still don't have the expert knowledge that the LGBT community requires when we travel.
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Our top gay wedding destinations
Weddings are always at least a little bit stressful, but do you know what makes it all worth it (aside from marrying the love of your life, of course)? When you and your guests can enjoy a bit of a break from rainy old England (or your own home turf) at the same time. Cue destination weddings!
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Tom Daley and Emma Bunton prank British Airways customers
Olympic diver Tom Daley and Spice Girl Emma Bunton were among the celebrities who donned British Airways uniform and pranked customers at London's Heathrow Airport for a sketch for Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Presenter David Walliams also channelled one of his Come Fly With Me characters to help customers check-in to their flight and pose for security photos - even going as far as kissing one customer's passport.
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The Best Gay Family Holiday Destinations Around The World
From beautiful beach destinations to family-friendly city escapes, there are so many amazing places for gay families to holiday. Whether you’re looking for a fun weekend getaway or a longer staycation, this list of our top spots is sure to have something special for your family. Be sure to check out LGBTQ+ family holidays for more information on why Out Of Office is such a great choice for LGBTQ+ families.
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Couples stage kiss-in in London supermarket
A mass LGBT kissathon was staged yesterday at a supermarket in Hackney, East London after a gay couple were told by a security guard that a woman had complained about their behaviour which involved holding hands and showing public displays of affection. Thomas Rees and his boyfriend Joshua Bradwell were subject to the comments at a Sainsbury's supermarket in the capital.
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The new mayor of London wants the world to know that #LondonIsOpen
The new mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today published a video Let's send a powerful message to the world - #LondonIsOpen. Following the recent turmoil of the British vote to leave the European Union and the weakening of the currency, the mayor said he wanted to reassure people that London was still a welcoming and diverse city with opportunities galore. London is the best city in the world.
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Where to Stay in the English Countryside, From Country House Hotels to Private Manor Houses
Since 2010, Highclere Castle in Hampshire has been the setting for Downton Abbey, and the countryside it shows is full of houses like it, each with its own park and a long driveway to arrive on. For anyone who has watched and wanted in, there is good news, because you can stay in that setting. A country house hotel gives you the driveway, the dining room, and the spa for a night or two.
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How Soho Became London’s Gay Capital and a Luxury Playground
Soho is the world's most successful integration of LGBTQ+ culture and luxury tourism, a transformation nearly 150 years in the making. From underground Victorian "molly houses" to today's constellation of Michelin-starred restaurants and £6 billion annual pink pound economy, this compact London district proves that gay culture and upscale travel experiences can not only coexist but thrive together in remarkable ways.
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Exploring Oscar Wilde’s London: A Guide to His Gay Life and Legacy
Oscar Wilde, the flamboyant playwright, poet, and icon of wit, left an indelible mark on the literary world and the cultural fabric of London. Walking in Wilde’s footsteps is a journey through the vibrant heart of Victorian London and beyond, uncovering the places that shaped and celebrated his genius. For the discerning traveller, Wilde’s London offers an exquisite blend of culture, history, and enduring charm.
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The Best Gay Honeymoon Destinations in Europe
Europe is an unbeatable destination for a honeymoon. It’s packed with romantic cities and towns, not to mention history. Italy alone is like an open-air museum you could spend a lifetime exploring. We have helped thousands of clients choose the perfect European gay honeymoon destination that is best suited to their needs. One of Europe’s biggest charms is its sheer variety.
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Our Luxury London Holiday Recommendations
London, a city steeped in history and modern sophistication, is the epitome of a luxury travel destination. For those who like the finer things in life, including our LGBTQ+ clients, the city offers an array of exclusive experiences, world-class accommodations, and private access to iconic landmarks. At Out Of Office, we specialise in curating bespoke itineraries that blend the grandeur of London's heritage with tailored, inclusive luxury.
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Tours through England
Classic England: London, Bath & the Cotswolds
Tailor-made HolidayIndulge in quintessential England with this 10-day journey through England's most iconic destinations - London, Bath, the Cotswolds, and Oxford. This 10-day luxury itinerary indulges you in the finest of English attractions, cuisine, and lodging. Enjoy dreamy stays at internationally acclaimed hotels and cottages, exclusive access to iconic landmarks, and private adventures guided by savvy local experts.
10 days tailor-made from £5,210 per person View trip
Luxury Cotswolds Tour: Country Villages and Literary Greats
Tailor-made HolidayStep into the heart of England’s timeless charm with this meticulously curated journey, weaving together ancient mysteries, historic grandeur, and natural beauty. This handcrafted itinerary immerses you in quintessential English country life and the locations that played home to England's literary greats. The journey continues into the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty where rolling hills meet storybook villages. Explore charming hamlets like Lower Slaughter and uncover treasures in hidden market towns.
7 days tailor-made from £6,530 per person View trip
Luxury Rail Journey: London, York & the Royal Scotsman
Tailor-made HolidayThis journey is built around one of the most luxurious rail experiences in the world: the Belmond Royal Scotsman. Before boarding, you’ll spend time in London and York, with private touring that gives you a proper sense of England’s history, architecture and character. From there, continue north to Edinburgh, where the pace changes completely. The Royal Scotsman is the centrepiece.
10 days tailor-made from £10,220 per person View tripSee your complete itinerary before you decide.
We had such a great experience working with Out Of Office for our UK tour. As we were lacking international travel experience, it was so nice to have people who knew what they were doing to guide us through.
John R.
I have just returned from the UK and Malta... It was one of the best - and smoothest - trips I've ever taken.
Ellis W.
The entire London trip was planned by Jaike at Out of Office. We had an amazing time. The food, the tours, the drivers where all first notch.
Dan A.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
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Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
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