Preview: Britain Calling! November 2016

18 Nov 2016

Britain Calling! November 2016

Read about the astonishing filming locations of Netflix's much hyped about new show- 'The Crown.' Looking to indulge in new flavors? Treat yourself to the TASTE of Britain by trying trendy street food with a side order of culture and new exotic restaurants. Want more awe-inspiring experiences? Our latest edition of the Culture is Great Guide immerses you into the best #OMGB experiences in all of Britain's hotspots. Come see all that awaits you in 2017. There hasn't been a better time to come visit us!

Don't forget to tag your Amazing Moments in Britain by using #OMGB

What's New in Britain, 2017�

2017 is packed with exciting events, anniversaries, new attractions and key dates, making Britain a top destination to visit next year! From the 70th anniversary of Edinburgh Festivals and to Hull's City of Culture 2017 and hot new hotel openings.

For media, this means lots of fantastic story ideas to keep you coming back to Britain.

Discover more here!

New Accommodations Update

Take a look at the latest quarterly Accommodation Update.

Highlights in this issue include Shoreditch's new Courthouse Hotel - complete with indoor swimming pool, subterranean bowling alley and cinema - and Dakota Deluxe, Glasgow's stylish new boutique hotel. You can now even stay in an old Routemaster bus complete with hot tub in County Durham, or indulge in the luxury Langdale Spa in the Lake District.

To find out the newest openings and refurbishment across Britain, click here.

New Taste Newsletter

This edition of TASTE brings you VisitBritain's latest round-up of new restaurant openings and foodie news from across the country, including London's love affair with Latino cuisine, dog-friendly ice cream in Wales, and a new food festival in the Scottish Highlands.

To get your taste buds tingling and to read more, click here!

Visit Netflix's 'The Crown' regal locations

We hope everyone has been enjoying Netflix's 'The Crown', which tells the exciting story of Queen Elizabeth II's life and epic reign. People are raving about the show and reviews have been great! To celebrate the release, VisitBritain has compiled a list of the lavish filming destinations that will take you are across England and Scotland's grand palaces and historic grounds.

If you want to learn more about the stellar filming sites in royal Britain, click here!

Culture is GREAT - Guide for International Media

Welcome to the fourth edition of VisitBritain's Culture is GREAT guide for international media, packed with lots of new story ideas and information designed to inspire you to explore and write about Britain's rich culture and cultural offerings.

Highlights include a guide to 'Being British,' which explores how visitors can experience culture in Britain and fit in with locals, as well as a selection of experiences that can be enjoyed by the whole family, from grandparents to children.

Download the full guide here.

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