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Made up of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom is a historic state is packed with appeal for the visitor, from pulsing cities to stunning countryside.
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Slow travel: From London to Edinburgh aboard the Caledonian Sleeper
Feb 2, 2023 • 7 Min read
Air Travel
UK airports to streamline security as they phase out liquid rules
Dec 15, 2022 • 3 Min read
Passengers will no longer have to take liquids and laptops out of their carry-on bags under new rules coming into force for UK airports.
Destination Practicalities
Disruptions and high hotel prices: What to know if visiting London for Queen Elizabeth II events
Sep 13, 2022 • 6 Min read
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the UK is in a mourning period of 10 days - what will that mean for travel?
Festivals & Events
Notting Hill Carnival: your 2022 guide to Europe's biggest street festival
Aug 18, 2022 • 7 Min read
Dancing in the streets and earth-shaking sound systems: Notting Hill Carnival returns to West London this August.
Hiking
From rugged coasts to ancient hills, these are the best hikes in the UK
Jun 30, 2022 • 10 Min read
From rugged peaks to ancient ruins to coastal vistas, the UK offers a range of beautiful hikes. These are the best rambles in England, Wales and Scotland.
Tips & Advice
Do you need a visa to go to the United Kingdom?
Jun 25, 2022 • 3 Min read
Planning a trip to the UK? This guide to visa requirements for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland can help you plan what you need.
Beaches
The UK's 10 best beaches you won't want to leave
Jun 1, 2022 • 5 Min read
Looking to escape to the seaside? Here are 10 of the best beaches in the UK.
Festivals & Events
London is celebrating the Platinum Jubilee with Westminster Abbey rooftop tours and superblooms
Apr 27, 2022 • 4 Min read
Westminster Abbey will open its rooftop for Platinum Jubilee. Here are some other events honoring Queen Elizabeth II's historic reign
Beaches
The 10 best wild swimming spots in the UK
Apr 13, 2022 • 7 Min read
Wild swimming is wildly popular in the UK. Here are the 10 best spots to take a dip in the wild this summer.
Air Travel
UK lifts final travel restrictions in time for Easter holidays
Mar 14, 2022 • 2 Min read
The UK government has announced it will lift all remaining COVID-19 travel rules this week
