Bristol Flight Guide

The history of Bristol goes back to the 11th Century and began at River Avon in the southwest of England. It became important for slave trade and economic relations with Ireland during the 18th Century. Today Bristol has a population of 385,000 people and is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Britain.

The city centre and Old Town of Bristol were heavily bombed during World War 2 and the only remains are a few ruins. Instead of rebuilding the Old Town, a park was created as a memorial and a symbol of peace. Besides general attractions such as museums, universities, architecture and ancient abandoned construction sites, a visit to the Clifton Suspension Bridge is highly recommended. It lies across the canyon of River Avon and has a very unique construction. Tourists who would like to take a break from sightseeing have plenty of options for a nice shopping spree in town.

The UK is generally an expensive place to travel to in terms of accommodation prices. Although Bristol is far cheaper than cities like London, it is recommended to browse the internet for offers in advance. There are plenty of hotels and hostels to choose from, but a central location is best to avoid long trips between sights and hotel.
There are no direct flights between Bristol and Australia. Qantas and American airlines offer connecting flights via London or New York which takes around 22 – 24 hours.

http://www.hotelsaccommodation.com.au Hotels Accommodation
http://visitbristol.co.uk/ - Visitor Guide Bristol
http://www.bristol.gov.uk – Official government website Bristol
http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/ - Bristol airport
http://www.britishairways.com – British Airways
http://www.dfat.gov.au/missions/ - Australian Embassies worldwide
http://www.airfaresflights.com.au Airfares Flights
http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/ Smart Traveller