Journeys With Jani

It’s me-your friendly neighborhood Travel Advisor, and I’ve got a confession to make. I’ve been dying to visit the United Kingdom. Not just London, not just the Cotswolds, not just the pretty postcard spots. No, I mean all of it-England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. From the bustling city streets to the windswept coastlines, from the rolling hills to the cobblestoned alleyways that have probably seen more stories than I could ever tell.

Some people dream of tropical getaways or luxury cruises-and don’t get me wrong, I love a good beach and a fancy ship-but there’s something about the U.K. that just calls to me. Maybe it’s the history. Maybe it’s the music. Maybe it’s even the weather.

Yep, you heard me. I’ll take that moody, gray drizzle and a good trench coat over blazing heat and humidity any day.

History You Can Walk On

Here’s the thing: the United Kingdom isn’t just “old.” It’s layered. Every stone, every pub sign,

every castle turret whispers stories that go back centuries. You’ve got ancient Roman ruins in one town, a medieval cathedral in the next, and a centuries-old manor house just down the lane. These lands have seen kings, queens, poets, and rebels-and it’s all still there for us to explore.

Walking the streets of Edinburgh or York or Bath is like flipping through the pages of a living history book. You don’t just visit it-you feel it. You stand in a spot where Jane Austen might’ve sipped her tea or where the Beatles first dreamed up “Hey Jude.”

Speaking of which…

The Music Scene (Past and Present)

Don’t even get me started on the music. The U.K. gave us The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Queen, Adele…need I go on? Yes, I do! BILLY IDOL! Whether it’s the classic rock that shaped generations or the modern indie scene bubbling up from gritty Glasgow pubs, there’s something magnetic about British music. You can wander into a pub and hear a band that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into a secret gig. Or you can stand outside Abbey Road Studios and soak up the magic.

The Weather – Yep, Even That

Now, most folks might grumble about the rain, the fog, the “miserable” gray days. Not me. I’m built for a little moody drizzle and a cool breeze. There’s something comforting about cozying up in a café with a hot cup of tea while the rain taps at the window. Or strolling through a garden wrapped in a chunky scarf. Or standing on the cliffs of Northern Ireland with the wind whipping your hair into a

tangled mess. Bring on the clouds-I’ll take ’em.

Why I Love It All

The United Kingdom has a soul. It’s not just about ticking landmarks off a list. It’s about

moments-standing on a bridge in Cambridge with a sudden burst of sunlight breaking through the clouds, hearing the bells of Big Ben chime just as you round the corner, or sharing a pint with locals in a pub that’s been around since Shakespeare’s day.

That’s why I want to visit all of the U.K.

I want to feel its history, hear its music, embrace its weather, and maybe even get a little lost along the way.

As your trusted Take Time To Travel Advisor, I’ll make sure every detail is perfectly planned-but as your fellow travel lover, I’ll be right there dreaming of the day I finally step foot on British soil.

Let’s make it happen.

Who’s coming with me?

XOXO, Jani Aylsworth-Gunter