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Travel News brought to you by Eurobookings, the experts in cheap hotel bookings for all major European cities including Bristol.A Bristol exhibition commended for leaving visitors visibly "moved" is coming to a close.Breaking the chains, an exhibition marking the 200th year of the abolition of the British Transatlantic Slave Trade has been praised as "carefully researched" and "sobering".The entire top floor of the British Empire and Commonwealth Museum in Bristol is devoted to artefacts, film, music, images, video and personal testimonies.Multimedia has proved an excellent educational pathway for schools and children with a family activities booklet available free to work through as well as resources for schoolchildren.In particular the exhibition focuses on Africa, Europe and the Caribbean .Visitors can record their thoughts about the exhibition at a vox box which can transmit views aurally or visually.Breaking the Chains is at the Museum in Bristol until October 1st from 10:00 to 17:00 BST with tickets priced at £7.75. ©CopyrightReady for the holidays? Browse cheap hotels in Bristol.

One of Europe's busiest attractions, Madame Tussauds in London gives visitors a chance to come face-to-face with some of their favourite celebrities...made of wax.The amazingly lifelike waxworks at this museum are a treat for fans of music, sport, film, television and even politics and the royal family.Excited guests can have their picture taken 'with' A-listers ranging from Muhammed Ali to David Beckham and Tony Blair to Queen Elizabeth.And the fun doesn't stop there - visitors can take part in a range of experiences at the museum including visiting Kate Moss at a photo-shoot, avoiding the paparazzi while sidling up to Daniel Radcliffe (aka Harry Potter) and dancing alongside Justin Timberlake.Divided into areas including sport, royal, culture and music zones, budding friends of celebrities can plan to divide their time equally between all their favourite stars.Queues at the Marylebone venue can be very long, so it is advisable to book tickets in advance online.Other attractions in the area, accessible from Baker Street station, include the Sherlock Holmes Museum, the Wallace Collection and the Animation Art Gallery.

Lapstone is a unique countryside experience in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds.The 'lifestyle store' provides retail, culinary and beauty therapy in an idyllic setting.Housed in an 18th-century barn conversion and farm complex, the retail experience is provided in the form of a quaint shop selling a huge range of products including gifts and toys as wells as furniture, lighting and accessories for the home. When tired of shopping, guests can tuck into a tasty meal at the cafe, which uses locally sourced products.And those looking for the ultimate in relaxation can take advantage of the on-site beauty spa, the Escape, which offers a wide range of treatments.Owner Simon Hudson said: "I have always believed in a different type of shopping: a gentle atmosphere and a relaxed environment."And this is exactly what the charming hideaway in Chipping Camden offers.The Cotswolds in the south-west of England boasts stunning views, beautiful walks and a variety of historic National Trust properties.

Get away from the kids - all kids - for the weekend at the adult-only Vine House in Burnham Market, Norfolk.The elegant Georgian terraced house is situated on the bustling high street but the seven bedrooms inside all ooze tranquility and calm.Freestanding bathtubs in enormous bathrooms add to the R&R ideal, as do the range of beauty and holistic therapies on offer in the comfort of your own bedroom.Although there is no restaurant on site, the Hoste Arms opposite serves excellent, locally-sourced meals. Guests can also get drinks, canapes, snacks or afternoon tea delivered from here directly to their rooms.A butler service in the early evenings adds to the luxurious charm of the boutique hotel, with cocktails mixed to order.Burnham Market is a good base from which to explore the Norfolk coastline. Ferryboat rides, fishing trips and sailing lessons are just a few of the marine activities available.

It may never be a gastronomic capital of Europe, but Birmingham is fast developing a food reputation aside from its famous "balti mile" and city centre burger chains.At his eponymous restaurant, chef Glynn Purnell is helping to put England's second city on the dining map with first-rate dishes on the dining table.Having already won Birmingham its first Michelin star at acclaimed eatery Jessica's, the chef set up Purnell's to develop his flamboyant style further.His dishes are carefully crafted to create feasts that are both visually arresting as well as taste bud treats.The crab salad starter is an excellent example, as is his poached egg yolk with smoked haddock milk foam. For the main course, swoon over the roasted tail of fillet of beef with liquorice charcoal and Jerusalem artichoke.For more fine dining in Birmingham look no further than across the street - Opus offers great seasonal dishes and a good wine list.