Britain on the Cheap

Big Wolf Expeditions, which specializes in gay and lesbian travel for outdoor adventure enthusiasts, has a sale on its trip to Wales Aug. 15-22. The price is now $2,975, $200 off, for the seven-night land trip, which begins and ends in London. There’s plenty of time for kayaking, biking and trekking in Wales.

Members of The Royal Oak Foundation save 25% off room rates and breakfast at three Historic House Hotels, plus a complimentary room upgrade. The hotels, all at least 300 years old, are Bodysgallen in Llandudno, Wales, Middlethorpe Hall near York, England, and Hartwell House outside London. Nightly rates begin at $260 before the discount. To join [...]

VisitBritain offers American travelers the Great British Heritage Pass, with unlimited entry to about 600 stately homes, castles and properties in England, Scotland and Wales. A four-day pass costs $53; seven-day $75; 15-day $99; and 30-day $132.