Why UK Staycations Are Better Than Touring Abroad

Certainly, you will get a tinge of excitement by posing for a perfect selfie at the airport, packing your favourite clothes and updating your Instagram feed with your exotic holiday destination but a staycation could be a perfect choice this year. The UK has an abundance of interesting places you can visit. Why would you leave when there are fantastic beaches, gardens, pubs and castles?

1. Incredible beaches from Barra in Scotland to Holywell Bay in Cornwall line UK coasts. Fabulous beaches are abundant in the UK that will mesmerise you for years to come.
2. Indulge into exploring the rich British history and culture by watching a Shakespeare play at Cornwall’s Minack Theatre to experiencing some great classical tunes at the Battle Proms. The opportunities to enjoy your British summer are limitless.
3. Eccentric places to stay come in all shapes and forms. Luxurious hotels, renovated railway stations, quaint cottages (such as Ty Gwilym Holiday Cottages) and converted lighthouses are just some of the sensational places to stay at in the UK. Capping it all a majority of these places are reasonably priced to accommodate your budget.
4. Throughout the UK there are some eye-catching historical sites such as Hadrian’s Wall, Stonehenge, the Tower of London and the Windsor Castle. Who would not like to experience these great historical landmarks and their evocative backstories?
5. In festivals we are the best! No place in the world outshines us. Hay for book enthusiasts, Glastonbury for music fans and Edinburgh for play performance devotees are just some of the festivals of international repute you can immerse yourself into all-round the year. Glastonbury beats any fancy California festival hands down.
6. We have unique and delightful customs. There is always a wonderful British ritual to get entertained on whether it is preparing and consuming pancakes on Shrove Tuesday or twirling and gyrating around the maypole. Let’s rock and dance around the maypole, guys!
7. Camping excursions are not only fun but are also quirky and more affordable than travelling abroad. Besides that, there are a lot of fun-filled glamping alternatives to choose from for those who prefer traditional camping with limited nature.
8. The peculiar yet eccentric pubs come in all styles ranging from the magnificent selections across London which comprise the brand new Crocker’s Folly to the more traditional such as Liverpool’s John Lennon’s pub. These are just some of the fanciful places to grab a wonderful drink, enjoy a conventional pub lunch or engage in some heart-warming conversations in the sun. British pubs are number one!
9. If you would rather not stay at home and sample local places during you staycation a trip to one of UK’s opulent spa resorts may provide the perfect escape and the much-needed serenity. You can get an amazing massage to keep you upbeat during your holidays.
10. Inner cities also provide enjoyable treats. Beaches, sprawling hills and bushy forests are not the only options for having a great staycation. There are alluring buildings within London such as the Gardens in Forest Hill, Horniman Museum and Chiswick House in the West of London to keep you excited.
11. A brisk walk is a perfect remedy for relaxing and clearing your mind. Excellent locations such as Northumberland, Snowdonia and the Peak District provide excellent opportunities for lulling strolls. Watching beautiful scenery as you take walks is quite an experience.
12. The presence of wonderful dishes to excite your tastes buds from traditional dishes to modern cuisines give a great multicultural food experiment within the UK. Want something traditional? Get some traditional chips and fish from 2014’s UK’s top fish and chips shop the Whitby’s Quayside. Otherwise, look for something else from other cultures in our many amazing restaurants.
13. Adventures to have are many! Scuba diving in Plymouth, skydiving or skiing in Scotland are other outdoor activities to engage in – sitting around, sipping tea and watching the sunset is not all there is in the UK! Start packing for skiing on the slopes of Cairnwell in Aberdeenshire!