United Kingdom Destinations

Channel Islands

Just off the coast of France, there's a sprinkling of granite islands where the pace of life slows. Medieval castles mingle with luxury resorts, colorful pubs and fresh fish restaurants dot an exquisite... Read more about travel in Channel Islands

Cotswolds

Traditional life rolls on as gently as the hills in picture-perfect Cotswolds. Medieval villages, rural landscapes and all things English create a getaway that lives up to all your old-world visions-and... Read more about travel in Cotswolds

East Midlands

Nevermind the naysayers. It may not be the most picturesque, historic or knock-your-socks-off ambient destination in England, but don't write off the East Midlands just yet. The down-home charm of this... Read more about travel in East Midlands

East of England

Take a terrain as smooth and flat as a blanket. Weave into it lush farmland, glittering lakes, historic villages, bustling markets and one seriously famous university. Eastern England is one long expanse... Read more about travel in East of England

Greater London

Stretching into the Thames Valley with the sprawl of one of the world's greatest cities, Greater London is more than suburbs and commuter trains. Thirty-two boroughs conspire to bring you everything from... Read more about travel in Greater London

Lake District

Outdoor adventures, nature lovers and admirers of all things beautiful, get ready for the Lake District. Glacier-carved lakes, fells and tarns create what is arguably England's most scenic region, as well... Read more about travel in Lake District

North East England

Wind-whipped on its geographical perch, you can't exactly say that North East England is overlooked. But it is often forgotten, bypassed and curiously under-visited. Occupying the countryside between England... Read more about travel in North East England

North East Scotland

North West England

The Industrial Revolution may have been born in North West England, but if you think you'll be tromping around the sooty remains of yore, think again. North West England is one of the most vibrant regions... Read more about travel in North West England

Northern Ireland

The terms Ulster, Northern Ireland, "the six counties," and "the North" are used interchangeably in Ireland for this small, ruggedly beautiful, and historically troubled land. The fact that nobody knows... Read more about travel in Northern Ireland

South East England

More than a mere daytrip from London, South East England offers a glimpse into the heart, soul and history of England. Medieval villages, fortified ports, castles and cliffs pepper the region, while parks... Read more about travel in South East England

South West England

Those who say England lacks diversity haven't been to South West England. From ancient heritage to vacation resorts, broad beaches to dynamic cities, South West England simultaneously delves you back in... Read more about travel in South West England

The Borders (Scotland)

The Central Belt (Scotland)

The Central Belt stretches from hip and happening Glasgow in the west to Edinburgh, the capital and historical center of the country, in the east and contains the majority of the population. The region... Read more about travel in The Central Belt (Scotland)

The Hebrides (Scotland)

The Highlands (Scotland)

The Orkney and Shetland Islands (Scotland)

Wales

No longer the dreary coal-exporting port it was so often depicted as in the 20th century, Cardiff, the capital of Wales, is hot and happening -- one of the most attractive cities of Britain to visit.... Read more about travel in Wales

West Midlands

The West Midlands' reputation for urbanity and industry might not sound like an exciting cocktail for travel, but herein lies its allure: unprettified and often overlooked, the region give you a chance... Read more about travel in West Midlands

Yorkshire and the Humber

"God's own country," indeed. The people in Yorkshire and the Humber have a reputation for being fiercely proud; one glimpse into the dynamic region, and you'll quickly see why. A dramatic landscape of... Read more about travel in Yorkshire and the Humber