Five Luxurious UK Journeys Best Enjoyed with a Chauffeur

Discover comfort, culture, and countryside beauty without touching the steering wheel

There are few better ways to experience the beauty of Britain than by road. From the rolling green of the Cotswolds to the drama of the Scottish Highlands, the UK offers some of the most picturesque drives in Europe. But while many travellers focus on the route, the real luxury lies in how you get there. Increasingly, discerning travellers are swapping rental cars for professional chauffeur hire to enjoy the journey in comfort, style, and complete relaxation.

Here are five unforgettable journeys across the UK that are best experienced with the ease and elegance of a private chauffeur service.

1. London to the Cotswolds: Timeless Villages and Country Elegance

A drive from London to the Cotswolds takes you into the heart of postcard-perfect England. Honey-coloured cottages, afternoon teas, and antique shops line the winding lanes between Chipping Campden, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Stow-on-the-Wold.

Travelling with a chauffeur allows you to sit back and soak up the scenery rather than navigating narrow country roads. Many visitors make a weekend of it, stopping at luxury inns or spa hotels en route, while their driver handles every detail from luggage to route planning.

2. Edinburgh to the Highlands: The Road to Majesty

The route north from Edinburgh to Glencoe and Fort William offers some of the UK’s most cinematic landscapes. Mountain passes, mist-covered lochs, and historic castles appear at every turn.

With a professional driver at the wheel, you can truly appreciate the scale and serenity of the Scottish Highlands. Stop for photographs, enjoy a dram at a local distillery, or take a detour to Loch Ness without worrying about time or fatigue. It is the kind of journey where the drive itself becomes the destination.

3. Bath to Oxford: Heritage and Harmony

For lovers of history and Georgian architecture, the road between Bath and Oxford offers a peaceful slice of old-world England. The journey winds through rolling hills, market towns, and the Chiltern countryside.

A chauffeur-led trip makes it easy to pause at hidden gems such as Lacock Abbey or Blenheim Palace. Travellers can explore at leisure, knowing their driver will be waiting to continue the journey in comfort. It is a perfect route for those who enjoy refined travel, cultural landmarks, and an unhurried pace.

4. Manchester to the Lake District: Nature Meets Nobility

Leaving the bustle of Manchester behind, the road to the Lake District unfolds into a landscape of fells, lakes, and poetic inspiration. Wordsworth, Ruskin, and Beatrix Potter all drew from these views, and they are even more breathtaking when you do not have to drive yourself.

Whether you are heading to Windermere for a lakeside retreat or exploring Ambleside and Grasmere, a private chauffeur adds a touch of calm and convenience. Many travellers choose to extend their journey with a stop at a country manor or fine-dining restaurant along the way.

5. The South Coast Explorer: From Brighton to the Jurassic Coast

The southern coastline offers a blend of beaches, history, and dramatic cliffs that are often overlooked in favour of inland escapes. Starting in Brighton, travellers can follow the coast past Arundel Castle, Portsmouth’s maritime heritage, and on toward Dorset’s stunning Jurassic Coast.

A chauffeur-led journey turns this scenic route into a relaxed coastal adventure. There is no stress over parking, navigation, or traffic, just uninterrupted views and the freedom to stop wherever curiosity leads.

Why the Chauffeured Road Still Matters

In an age of fast trains and budget flights, there is something quietly luxurious about being driven. Chauffeur travel transforms getting from A to B into an experience in itself, one defined by comfort, control, and connection with the countryside.

Whether you are travelling for business, celebrating an occasion, or simply seeking a stress-free getaway, the flexibility and professionalism of a private chauffeur make all the difference. It is travel at its most refined, calm, comfortable, and beautifully British.

A Modern Way to Rediscover the UK

From London’s leafy lanes to Scotland’s soaring mountains, chauffeur-led journeys invite travellers to rediscover the pleasures of the open road. With expert drivers who know every scenic shortcut and historic landmark, you are free to sit back, relax, and enjoy the view.

For those seeking a smoother way to see the country, these routes prove that the true luxury of travel is not about speed, it is about serenity.

 

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Rift, the dynamic MMORPG known for its captivating world of Telara, has just announced an event that's set to excite both veteran players and newcomers alike. The "Wild Mount Rampage" event, running from January 30, 2024, 11 AM UTC, to February 6, 2024, 11 AM UTC, offers adventurers the unique opportunity to acquire some of Telara's most coveted mounts at staggering discounts.

A Wild Rampage Turns into an Unmissable Opportunity

The event's backstory adds a layer of intrigue and fun to the proceedings. Some of Telara's most formidable mounts have gone on a wild rampage across the realm. However, the chaos has been quelled, and these majestic creatures are now looking for a new home. It's up to the Ascended, Telara's champions, to step in and offer these mounts the companionship they seek.

Mounts Awaiting Adoption

The Wild Mount Rampage event features an array of mounts, each with its unique characteristics and appeal:

• Armored Black Tiger & Armored White War Tiger: For those who prefer the majesty of big cats, these armored tigers offer both style and speed, perfect for pouncing on enemies.
• Black Riding Tiger: A sleeker option for feline aficionados, this mount combines elegance with agility.
• Regulos Broodling: A mount that's as terrifying as it is impressive, with wings that could eclipse the sun, ideal for those who wish to instill fear in the hearts of their foes.
• Infinity Walker: For the tech-savvy adventurers, this robotic mount with long legs ensures swift travel across Telara's varied terrains.
• Planar Pounder: A miner's best friend, this mount not only offers a comfortable ride but also simplifies the mining process, allowing for resource gathering on the go.

Special Discounts and Supply Boxes

In celebration of the event, these mounts are available at up to a 70% discount, making it the perfect time for players to expand their mount collection. Additionally, the Regulos Broodling, the Infinity Walker, and the Planar Pounder can be obtained through their respective supply boxes, which are offered at a 50% discount. This presents a chance-based element to acquiring these particular mounts, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.

Embrace Your Wild Side with Rift's Mounts

The Wild Mount Rampage event is more than just a sale; it's an invitation for the Ascended to embrace their wild side and explore Telara in style. Whether you're charging into battle atop a fearsome tiger or soaring through the skies on the wings of a Regulos Broodling, these mounts promise to enhance your adventures and make your journey through Telara unforgettable.

Don't miss out on this limited-time offer to claim your piece of Telara's wild legacy. The event is a testament to Rift's ongoing commitment to providing engaging content and rewarding experiences for its community.

Your Journey Awaits, Ascended

As the event unfolds, players are encouraged to seize this opportunity to acquire these magnificent mounts and make their mark on the world of Telara. The RIFT team eagerly awaits your tales of adventure and camaraderie with your new companions.

For more details on the Wild Mount Rampage event and to explore the world of Rift, visit the official website and join the community of Ascended as they embark on this exciting new adventure.

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RIFT Brings Back the Adorable Squirrel Mounts with Special Discounts

 

For players of the popular MMORPG, RIFT, there's exciting news on the horizon. The game is reintroducing its beloved Squirrel mounts, ensuring that players have a cute and friendly companion to accompany them on their adventures through Telara.

Squirrel Mounts Return

Journeys through the vast landscapes of Telara can sometimes feel lonely. To combat this, RIFT is offering players the chance to acquire the delightful Squirrel mounts. These mounts, known for their charm and playfulness, are not just a means of transportation but also a symbol of companionship in the game.

Limited-Time Offer

From September 26, 2023, 11 AM UTC to October 3, 2023, 11 AM UTC, players can avail of a special 25% discount on a range of items, including:

• Limited Edition: White Squirrel Trove
• Limited Edition: Black Squirrel Trove
• Limited Edition: Nightmare Squirrel Trove
• Exceptional Crafting Skill Boost
• Trade Skill Extension
• Imperishable elemental items like Flame, Wind, Terrene, Life, and Darkness
• Infinity Cauldron
• Strands of Draum and Arak
• Coruscating Ethereal Shard
• Crafter’s Energy Infusion
• Fisher’s Friend and Short Term Fishing License
• Skill spheres including Transcendent Skill Sphere and Greater Skill Sphere
• Celestial Crafting Rift Lures for elements like Water, Fire, Life, Death, Earth, and Air

A Perfect Time to Enhance Your RIFT Experience

Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, this limited-time offer provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your in-game experience. The Squirrel mounts, with their undeniable charm, are bound to be a hit among players. Additionally, the range of discounted items ensures that players can boost their crafting skills, explore new rifts, and enjoy a more enriched gameplay experience.

The RIFT team concludes their announcement with a heartwarming note, "Cuddly regards."

Source: Trion Worlds - RIFT Official News

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Head to the Races for Budgie Weekend

Greetings Ascended!

We hope all of you are good friends with birds! Because it is time for a return of the Budgie’s!

Earn Chaos Motes by finishing special daily quests! The quest givers can be found in Meridian,

Sanctum, and Tempest Bay.

Some seasoned professionals may be out on that race track, so here are some tips to be just like them:


🐦 Stay within the marked path!
🐦 White checkpoints need to be hit throughout the race.
🐦 Make sure to make it to the Green boosts first to receive Terminal Velocity to make your opponents eat your dust.
🐦 Avoid Orange Traps, they’ll only slow you down!

There are several mounts to get for Chaos Motes! Do you prefer a little companion on your side? Don’t worry, we got just the right things for you!
Check out our item shop for more information.

Budgie Madness will end on August 14th, 2022 at 23:59 server time, so make sure to grab as many Budgies as you can hold on to!

Hop, Sprint and Jump to that Finish Line!

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Unicornalia returns on June 12!

Did you miss out on some fabolous Unicorns last time? Here is another opportunity to expand your mount and pet collection with either Credits or Chaos Motes!


Explore Telara while completing the Hooves and Horns Event and pick up 4 Daily Quests to collect Chaos Motes.

You can find the corresponding NPCs in:
• Meridian ( /setwaypoint 6122 5231 )
• Sanctum ( /setwaypoint 7380 3078 )
• Tempest Bay ( /setwaypoint 12943 11579 ).


Discover and obtain marvelous Unicorns such as the Swift Celestial Unicorn, Burning Opal Unicorn, Noxious Onyx Unicorn and many many more!

This CTA event will start on Friday, June 12th at 12:00am server time and end on Sunday, June 14 at 11:59pm server time.


Don’t miss your chance at catching some of those amazing creatures! Tell your friends, log in, and grab them by their hooves!

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Rift Complete Mounts Instruction

Basic mount information.
Mounts! Mounts! and more Mounts! Everyone wants to run faster, get to quests and back, get from rift to rift as soon as you can, but where can you get them? when? for how much? and how fast?

The first mounts you can get used to be level 20, but with the recent beta they removed the level requirement and you can now get a mount at any level as long as you have enough money. How much money do the mounts cost? (This is a picture of the mount vendor in the main city Meridian for the defiant side. The mount cost the same for both defiants and guardians though.)



The mounts cost 2 plat, 50 gold for the one that requires no level and is 60% speed, 35 plat for the 90% speed one and 125 plat for the 110% speed one.

What do the %'s mean? The cheaper, slower mounts are 60% faster running speed while on the mount, at level 40 you can get 90% speed mounts in your main cities and at level 50 you can get mounts that are 110% faster running speed.


Lastly, where can you get them? Well, they aren't far from the starting zone, they are just a few quest hubs away. The guardian's mount vendor is here, just south of the Argent Glade




The Defiant's mount vendor is here



There is also mount vendors in each main city.


Also as a side note, when pre-ordering the collectors edition, on the website it says that it comes with a mount that can be used at level 20, ever since the change towards mounts you can now use that at any level even though on the website it still says that it can be used at level 20.

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An explanation of mount speed, mount types

Mounts are animals or creations used by players to move faster. Mounts have to be purchased from mount vendors and added into the player's collection (like books and companions). Mounting has a 1.5 sec cast time, and players can be dismounted when taking damage. Players will also dismount when using any ability.

The mounted speed increase depends on the level of the mount.
basic mounts give 60% faster movement speed and can be obtained at any player level
mounts for level 40 players give 90% speed increase, and
mounts for level 50 players give 110% to 110% speed increase.
This does not stack with other movement speed buffs, with the exception of some outfitter enhancement consumables that can be applied to leg items.

Apart from running (mounted or unmounted), players can instantly travel to other zones by using a Porticulum or the Ascended Power Soul Recall.

Mount types

Various vendors across Telara sell different types of mounts, most of them require a certain notoriety with the local ally faction. Each mount type is additionally available in a variety of color designs.



Mount Gallery



Here is a list of the available mounts and where to find their vendors.

Players may purchase a mount once they reach level 20. You will need to visit a vendor to purchase your mount.

After you purchase a mount, right click on the mount's icon in your backpack to have it move to your Mount Collections tab. Once the mount icon shows up on your Mount collections tab, you will be able to drag the icon to any of your action bars.

Guardia
Nell Hara is the vendor in Sanctum.



Reynora Skye is the vendor in Argent Glade.



Templar Arsbret is the vendor in Sanctum.



Defiant
Shria Terke is the vendor in Meridian.



Orobus Vend is the vendor in Kelari Refuge.



Jensen Farnsworth is the vendor in Meridian.



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How to buy and summon your mount



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