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Episode 152 – Summary
In this episode, we dive into all the details of Kristen Gonzalez’s recent spring adventure to England with her husband and parents. We chat about their experiences in both the Cotswolds and London – from charming villages and rolling hills to vibrant city streets and iconic sights.
We cover how Kristen planned the trip with her multi-generational group, the logistics of getting around without a car, why they chose Go Cotswolds tours, and some of their favourite London highlights, day trips, pubs, and meals.
Whether you’re dreaming of your own UK getaway or love hearing real traveller stories, join us as we unpack Kristen’s tips, must-dos, and what she’d do differently next time. If you’re planning a trip to the UK, you won’t want to miss Kristen’s number one tip for visitors at the end of the episode!
What you’ll learn in this episode
- 🇬🇧 Kristen Gonzalez shares her detailed trip report on an 8-day UK adventure with her husband and parents, exploring both London and the Cotswolds
- ✈️ Hear how Kristen managed logistics for a multi-generational trip, including why she chose private transfers over trains (tip: travel stress reduction for older family members!)
- 🏡 Discover why Morton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds was a top accommodation pick for its ideal location and transport links
- 🚌 Learn about the two different Go Cotswolds tours Kristen booked, how they contrast, and why small group, locally-guided tours made the Cotswolds trip a highlight
- 🍻 Find out how Kristen balanced everyone’s travel wishes—from her dad’s dream of English pubs to her husband’s must-see cigar shop
- 🏙️ Get inspired by Kristen’s London itinerary jam-packed with tours: afternoon tea on a double-decker bus, Westminster walking tour, royal historic pub crawl, and coping with the London Marathon weekend
- 🌊 Hear all about the 7 Sisters and Brighton day trip—how a guided excursion made seeing the coast easy and memorable
- 🥧 Foodies will love hearing about British culinary firsts: game pie, sausage rolls, and top fish & chips spots like The Vault
- 🛍️ Souvenir hunters take note: tips on finding unique gifts, from antique jars in the Cotswolds to clever DIY London-themed earrings
- 🏨 Get an insider’s review of The Resident Covent Garden—why it’s a great base for exploring London’s vibrancy yet staying peaceful
- 📝 Kristen’s top trip-planning tip: book as much as possible in advance—including pub and restaurant reservations—to make the trip smooth and stress-free
- 📋 Discover how planning (and leaving some flex time!) helped the group enjoy both sightseeing and spontaneous moments
- 📸 Plus, find out how the UK Travel Planning community and resources helped Kristen craft her dream itinerary—hear about trusted tour operators and key recommendations
