Hotels in United Kingdom

Hotels in Great Britain

The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and is one of the 27 member states of the European Union (EU).

From Wimbledon to Ascot, the Proms to the Edinburgh Tattoo, there are a range of exciting events throughout the year in Britain which you can plan your holiday around.

Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, the UK is still a popular destination for many travellers. The capital and largest city of the United Kingdom is London.

Many cities and towns in the United Kingdom are of interest to travellers outside the capital city of London.

Belfast - capital of Northern Ireland and becoming a popular tourist destination, undergoing major renovations and improvements
Birmingham - central England's main city, features great shopping, and is home of the famous Balti and great culture
Bristol - an historical city famed for its Georgian architecture and nautical heritage
Cardiff - capital of Wales, host to varied cultural events and many other modern and historical attractions
Edinburgh - capital of Scotland, home to the largest arts festival in the world and numerous tourist attractions as well as being the second most visited city in the UK
Glasgow - Scotland's largest city, new cultural hotspot, former European City of Culture
Liverpool - Booming city, famous for its prominence in music, sport, nightlife and multiculturalism. Capital of Culture 2008.
Manchester - Thriving bohemian music scene, gay quarter, home to the world's only new work arts festival and dozens of tourist attractions as well as being the third most visited city in the UK.
Newcastle upon Tyne - largest city in the north east of England, notorious for its busy night-life, a rejuvenated cultural scene and Hadrian's Wall.