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9 Essential Tips For Making the Most of Your Summer Holiday in the United Kingdom
If you are going to the U.K., you must know some tips for your holiday in it.

«If you're tired of London, you're tired of life.» Samuel Johnson

 

When considering visiting the U.K., the first things that come to mind are Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Harrods, world-class boutiques and Shopping Centers, London Bridge, London Eye, Shard Cathedral St. Paul! And then there's the inimitable tradition of afternoon tea-time, theaters, and many museums. Especially - this tourist double-decker red bus - all this is England, the old, good England, which managed to preserve its traditions and combine them with modern trends in the world, culture, style, and art.

Rent a car

Compared with other European countries, the car hiring rate in Britain will be rather expensive: a week's rent for a small car will cost a minimum of 100 GBP. The Enterprise cars for hire can be used by drivers who are at least 23 years old and have driving experience of one year. It is compulsory to wear seat belts in the country. You can often see the sign "Look right" at crosswalks - unusual direction of automobile traffic. Use the hire car Enterprise service on the website for your car hiring Enterprise. 

Transportation

The United Kingdom has a very well-developed rail system. You can travel to almost any part of the country by train: the choice of routes, carriages, and tickets is enormous. Tickets for most long-distance trains can be booked in advance. Night trains with sleeping cars allow tourists to save an extra day for leisure and excursions.

London

London is a legend in itself: the majestic Big Ben, the Tower with a grim reputation, and the residence of the most famous detective of all time. The best way to see the capital of Foggy Albion is from a London Eye observation wheel, a double-decker bus window, or a stand in a rowdy pub: the view is brighter and fancier than the British flag reproduced on art objects.

England

Home of the monarchy with many "themed" attractions, a land with many castles and traditions. In addition to the capital, there are hundreds of picturesque cities and natural monuments. Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, festival city Bristol, university cities Cambridge and Oxford, mysterious Stonehenge, and Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon. So, you can enjoy traveling around England's cities.

Scotland

If you go to Scotland - it's high mountains and blue lakes, the elusive Nessie, and the sound of bagpipes, complex whisky, and plaid skirts. Edinburgh's capital is a city where European ecclesiastical architecture meets an endearingly reckless atmosphere. Visit Glasgow, a recognized center of arts, or Inverness, home of the Loch Ness Monster. The Orkney and Shetland Islands are famous for their beautiful nature and rich history.

 

Wales

When going to Wales, it is necessary to understand that it is a land of magnificent scenery and majestic medieval castles. Its capital is Cardiff, with a history of the 5th millennium B.C. As a Welsh capital, it impresses with the luxury of neo-Gothic castles, the solemnity of cathedrals, and well-maintained alleys.

Northern Ireland

If you want to go to Northern Ireland, it's a leisurely, measured holiday surrounded by old villages and idyllic scenery. The capital Belfast is compact and welcoming, full of bustling pubs and exciting museums, surprising with original sculptures and bold graffiti. And cozy Londonderry, with its medieval architecture, is ablaze with festival lights every year.

Food traditions

Mornings in the United Kingdom begin with a traditional English breakfast that includes scrambled eggs, sausages and/or bacon, bread, tomatoes, mushrooms, beans in tomato sauce, oatmeal, pate, cereal, and soft-boiled eggs. The meal is accompanied by strong black tea with milk or coffee. There is also a famous British tradition of 5 o'clock tea served with raisin scones like Easter cakes.