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The Making of Harry Potter experience, London
This tour of the of the actual 150,000sq foot Warner Bros. studio where many scenes from the eight Harry Potter movies were shot, is chock-a-block with sets, costumes and props. Behind-the-scenes footage is narrated by the movies' stars while touch screens and animatronic models help bring J.K. Rowling's stories to life.

England: Theme park opens new 'terror' ride
Described as 'your worst nightmare underground' the newest ride at UK theme park Alton Towers is the first to have been rated by the British Board of Film Classification.

England: Where to stay in the Lake District
The views from Cumbria's Dome House are spectacular, with Lake Windermere and a great arc of craggy peaks clearly visible over the rooftops of Bowness.

Finding London bargains in Olympic year
No tickets for the 2012 Olympics? Don't despair: You don't need one to enjoy the games and the party atmosphere in London this summer.

A trip to trace family history
Interested in finding out more about his ancestors, NZ Herald Travel Editor Jim Eagles embarked on a trip to England which led him to the pretty English village of Bloxham.

England: Return to the Eagles' nest
Jim Eagles goes to the pretty English village of Bloxham to answer the question: 'Who do you think you are?'

Don't miss: Isle of Wight Festival
The original Isle of Wight festivals (1968-1970) featured legendary performers such as Bob Dylan, The Who and Joni Mitchell, to name a few.

Dita De Boni: Right job for royals
Better a tourist attraction than just another member of the unemployed graduates club. Dita De Boni looks at the British royal family.