http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/ Welcome to Been there. Your tips on the places you know - that you love, live in or have just visited - are what make this guide. http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/27486 Stop at the bridge for two good pubs, the Ship and the Royal Oak, then cross to the island, carry straight on for about five miles to reach the seafront. Or turn left at the bridge for leafy country lanes, and pretty Northney with its ancient church, or West Lane (by the bends) for fields and trees.
The Billy Trail (once a rail track) overlooking Langstone Harbour and distant Portsmouth, can be walked or cycled. The uncrowded western shore, past the wind and kite surfers, offers views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight and a pub and ferry to Southsea. At the eastern end, there's the entrance to Chichester Harbour (AONB) looking across to West Wittering and the South Downs, with sailing clubs, marina, RNLI station and Marina Jaks' restaurant. There are boats everywhere, and seaside delights - holiday camps, beach huts, funfair, ice-cream, a train ride across the common, pubs, fish and chips. Plus, regular sailing events, scarecrow competion (Aug), and artists' trail (May). The weather's often surprisingly benign, and the locals, on perpetual holiday, are friendly!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/27486 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26564 There's a full spectrum of activities: languid rides on the steam railway or horse-drawn boats, or white-water rafting, kayaking, abseilling, climbing and mountain biking – not forgetting the famous Eisteddfod and the museum for culture vultures. Accommodation ranges from the four-star Llangollen hostel (01978 861773, llangollenhostel.co.uk) to luxury narrowboats from Anglo Welsh (anglowelsh.co.uk, 0117 304 1122). The best B&B is the Bryn Merion (01978 861911).]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26564 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26536 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26536 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23384 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23384 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23320
We have just returned from a week in Ceannabeinne, a lovingly restored croft nestled on the cliff side, with unspoilt sea views that are to die for. It is almost unbelievably idyllic - it has to be seen to be believed!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23320 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23082
Lush, forested slopes laced with a network of footpaths afford stunning views over scenes straight out of rainforest documentaries. There are walks and hikes for all abilities, and ample shade prevents the threat of heat exhaustion. A refreshing break from sunbathing.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23082 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22883 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22883 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22497 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22497 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/21578 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/21578 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19174 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19174 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13268
It is a route from the regal noble town of Cambados to the island of Arousa.

The route starts in Cambados, a town full of history and magnificent architecture. In this town, it outstands the Pazo de Fefiñáns. The route is along the coast, with a fantastic view of the beautiful and quiet Atlantic Ocean. The next stop is the Illa de Aoursa, the biggest island of Galicia. It is joined to the land by a bridge. In this island, there are remains of old civilizations that recall us it was an isolated island. It is a paradise island because it is not very exploited and there are almost 80 wild beaches and some of them with Blue FLag. You must know this island is rich in fauna and flora, and it is the perfect place to enjoy the different species of birds. ]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13268 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12989
It offers some spectacular walks and is home to a huge range of wildlife, not least its very own Exmoor pony.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12989 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11063
I love going up the hills to get the best sunsets especially in the spring when there's still enough cloud about to make them interesting. And inland there are hundreds of pretty chapels normally stranded in the middle of a field that just beg to be snapped. Come with plenty of extra memory and batteries - you'll need them for sure.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11063 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10696 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10696 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10095 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10095 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9549 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9549 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9461
Flying so low over the Himalayas is breathtaking enough but it's arriving at an altitude of 3,500m that gives your lungs the real workout. No matter how much you want to get out into this stunning landscape you must rest if you fly in. And I’m not talking about a few hours kip - you may need several days of relative inactivity before you start to feel acclimatised.

If you are looking to make a trekking trip wait until your body is feeling ready. Don’t book it too early and find yourself not ready - you may well pay a penalty fee. On the other hand if you book a trek and feel obliged to go ahead when you’re not ready you may well put yourself in danger. Remember that you are likely to go higher than Leh when you walk so even if you are starting to feel fine going up further too quickly could well cause problems.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9461 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6193 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6193 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3107 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3107