When thinking of holidays we often dream about sun-kissed beaches on tropical islands but it is possible to have a fantastic, if different, kind of holiday in the UK. Often when you live in a country you disparage everything about it. The countryside is not quite as spectacular, the sea not as blue, the food not as wonderful and well let us not start on the weather. However, in reality the UK has great coastline, vibrant cities, a fascinating history, some amazingly varied countryside and the food is definitely improving!
Variety is really the key to the UK’s attractions. Scotland has its remote beautiful highlands and fantastic cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh. Both cities offer world class hotels and restaurants. Quality and luxury are not just for the cities as there are plenty of resorts out in the wilds of Scotland, many offering golfing holidays on some of the world’s most famous courses.
Northern Ireland’s stunning countryside is also the major draw of that part of the country. Again, the major cities provide top end accommodation for the visitor all within easy reach of local airports.
Wales too has its scenery. Snowdonia is breathtaking as is the coastline. Whichever part of Wales you aim for you can enjoy great hotels, not only in cities but also in rural areas. Swansea and Cardiff are the major urban centres and offer everything you would expect from major cities.
No visit to the UK would be complete without a stay in London. The major problem with London is there is so much to do and see that it is almost impossible to put its attractions into a few words. London has some of the world`s most famous hotels offering incomparable service to those who can afford it. In addition, restaurants and nightlife abound.
Outside of London, England has so much to offer. The north not only has some of Britain’s liveliest cities but also some breathtaking areas of outstanding natural beauty. There are great cities to see from the nightlife mecca of Newcastle to the historic beauty of York down to the lively cities of Leeds and Sheffield. Crossing the Pennines brings you to Manchester and Liverpool which are both well worth visiting for their history and culture. All these cities have top class amenities for the well-heeled visitor, both are within easy reach of the Lake District and the Peak District too.
The south west has the stunning counties of Cornwall and Devon as well as the cities of Bath and Bristol. The southern counties of the UK have rolling countryside and famous towns such as Bournemouth and Brighton. From London, you can head further east to Kent or into Norfolk and Suffolk to encounter a completely different landscape.
The Midlands is perhaps the best place to start any tour of the UK, thanks to its proximity to the rest of the country`s attractions as well as its own. The city of Birmingham is close to Stratford, Oxford, Cheltenham and Worcester and convenient for every part of the country. Hiring a car can be one of the best ways of getting around and it is easy and convenient to arrange.
Doug Scott is Owner of 121carhire.com.
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