Plan your trip to Essex. Start by getting to the destination from your hometown. Then figure out where to stay (like Premier Inn London Stratford Hotel), find things to see and do (like River Thames), and research places to eat (like Douro Valley).
Getting to Essex:
Q&A in Essex:
Norwich: Exploring SE England from Norwich?
I should also have said that Norwich/Norfolk is most definitely not...
Looking for a hotel or flight?
Here are the top recommended hotels in Essex:
Here are some of the most recommended things to do in Essex:
Here are some places to eat in Essex.