Liviu Marcus
There are times where a simple change of space can take us out from the frenzy of our daily reality and throw us into a calmer, and more ideal time. The speed of our lives has already become really fast during the last few years. We live in a world of all-time demands, our inboxes and social media wanting us to check every minute. The fear of missing out makes us check our smartphones far too often during the day, and at our jobs, managers want even more productivity with too few breaks or even rewards.
Fortunately, there is an antidote to our overly revved, frenetic world. Every so often we need to simply step off the treadmill, take a break and get back to the peace of the beautiful, natural world. A weekend spent touring the countryside may be the perfect solution. No where to have to go, yet with discoveries to be made is an ideal remedy. Perhaps a beautiful destination, such as Bray, in the Berkshires would bring gentle bliss and restoration to our body and soul.
For An Ideal Experience, Hire a Car
In case you want to travel in style and truly get pleasure from the tour, find the best vehicle for your dreamy trip. A lot of makes and models are offered by Bray car hire, and you can choose from both manual and automatic transmissions. You could also think about electric vehicles if you want to be environmentally friendly and save on petrol.
Rather than being put in a smaller car that you would use for your day to day travel, you can rent a more comfortable vehicle with lots of space. When you bring your group in a car like that, you will feel like you are touring in style.
Treat Yourself to a Michelin-star Restaurant
You might find that Bray, or Bray on Thames, is a sleepy village. This 16th century gem with its flint landmark church has another secret, but a charming one. It is the center of the gastronomy and hosts not one but two Michelin-star restaurants.
The village center is home to the celebrated Fat Duck by Heston Blumenthal, which is known for its charming, experimental cuisine. Food, however, is not just a meal here; it is an adventure and a “trip”. Neighboring is the second Michelin award winner you will find, The Waterside Inn of Alain Roux. It presents gorgeous French cookery and cuisine.
Enjoy the Beautiful, Tranquil River
Before, or perhaps after, your heavenly dining experience, you are going to want to make time to explore the town and the tranquil river setting. You will find lanes of cottages with lovely gardens and a beautiful section of the Thames that harkens back to a more peaceful time.
Along the Thames in Bray, you can simply relax and while away part of the day watching the boats float by. There are also several other wonderful hamlets nearby that you can walk to and explore.
