About a four-hour (and very scenic) train ride from London, some of the best gardens in England can be found. This region is known as Cornwall and hosts some of the most unique gardens in the world. Brownell can arrange for private tours of many of these historical estates.

Absolutely. With things warming up around mid-April, London is teeming with activities for families. From world-renowned shopping to historical sites and museums, there is something for each member of the family. Brownell recommends booking a private guide for the National Portrait Gallery (especially for first-timers). The museum can be an overload of information, so to fully grasp the monarchy’s history and understand its beginnings, we recommend a guide so that children will learn the most that the museum has to offer. Most hotels that Brownell books have high tea in the afternoon, which is a big hit amongst mother-daughter travelers.

Yes! England has only one remaining castle that still operates as a hotel. This can be booked through Brownell’s travel advisors. It is easily combinable with London and is a great way to see the countryside and the bustling activity of the big city.