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Royal Crescent, Jane Austen Museum & Roman Bath Houses in Bath, U.K.

Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders - historic Roman baths by Hulki Okan Tabak on Unsplash

Historic Roman baths. Photo by Hulki Okan Tabak on Unsplash.

I’m really excited to interview AJ Saunders of A.J.S Digital Group about Bath, United Kingdom. AJ’s tips for the best things to do in Bath are awesome because he was born in Bath and loves how it is known as the original well-being destination. With historic buildings, great music venues, and a range of festivals each year, there’s always something new to discover.

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Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders - Aerial view of The Circus and The Royal Crescent credit Visit Bath

Aerial view of The Circus and The Royal Crescent. Photo courtesy of Visit Bath.

Bath, United Kingdom

We share a lot of resources and local suggestions in today’s podcast, but you should also check out Visit Bath, the local visitor’s bureau. They are a wealth of information and can help you plan an itinerary based on your time, budget, and interests.

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Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders - Empire Hotel by Lloyd Evans Photography - Visit Bath

The Empire Hotel. Photo by Lloyd Evans Photography and courtesy of Visit Bath.

Getting around Bath

The local airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), which is about a 35-minute drive to Bath. The best option from the airport to Bath is taking a bus or taxi. If you fly into London, it is easy to take a train or bus to visit Bath.

AJ says that there’s no need to rent a car when visiting Bath because the city is compact and very walkable. Plus, parking is hard to find and fairly expensive.

You should only rent a car if you plan on visiting other cities in the U.K. and want to drive along the English countryside on your own schedule. For the best offers, visit Avis, Budget, or Hertz.

Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders - Bath Abbey by Sean Kuriyan on Unsplash

Inside the Bath Abbey, which was founded in the 7th century and rebuilt in the 12th and 16th centuries. Photo by Sean Kuriyan on Unsplash.

Places we talked about on the podcast

Here is a map of all of the places we talked about on the podcast episode with AJ Saunders about Bath, United Kingdom. You can zoom into the map and click on each dot to explore the city.

  • Red dots = best places to eat in Bath, United Kingdom
  • Green dots = best things to do in Bath, United Kingdom
  • Yellow dots = best places to stay in Bath, United Kingdom

Who is AJ Saunders?

It’s easy to trace where AJ’s love of digital started. His friend’s dad showed them how to write HTML code. Learning the basics of how to build a website sparked a love of digital marketing that continues to this day. Over the years, AJ developed my digital marketing skills with a strong focus on SEO, copywriting, and blogging. Even after all of these years, he’s still curious about online marketing, SaaS, and all things digital.

In the last decade, he has launched an eBook publishing company, a global e-commerce shop, and started the current brands in the AJS Digital Group’s portfolio. Also, AJ built countless websites for a range of clients and advised many on how to develop and implement a digital strategy for their business. Outside work, AJ enjoys playing guitar, tennis, and exploring country houses!

Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders

Here are a few articles that she’s written:

You can connect with AJ on his website and on Facebook and Instagram. AJ offers several courses on his site, with topics including content strategy and creating a brand style guide. You can also book one-on-one consulting services for businesses looking to drive more sales through their website.

If you want to hear more of AJ’s tips, please listen to our interview about the best things to do in Monaco.

Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders - Balloons over Clifton Suspension Bridge by Gary Newman - Visit Bath

Balloons over Clifton Suspension Bridge. Photo by Gary Newman and courtesy of Visit Bath.

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Best things to do in Bath UK - AJ Saunders - Pulteney Bridge and Boat credit Bath BID

Pulteney Bridge, the iconic 18th-century bridge, and a boat. Photo courtesy of Bath BID.

Stay tuned for our next episode

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Chris at Eagle River Nature Center.

Listen to the next episode when Chris Lundgren, the author of Accidental Adventures: Alaska–True Tales of Ordinary People Facing Danger in the Wilderness, shares the best things to do in Anchorage, AK. In this episode, we talk about 4 hours of darkness during the Summer Solstice, driving the Seward Highway, and seeing moose at Kincaid Park. We hope you’ll join us when We Travel There.

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