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Set majestically along the banks of the meandering River Thames, the UK's bustling, cosmopolitan capital is one of the greatest cities on the planet. It would take a lifetime to fully explore, but you can tick off a few of its most iconic sights in a couple of days with our London Explorer trip. These include Big Ben, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament and the big-hitter of the bunch, Buckingham Palace. Get a bird's eye view of the lot with a ride on the London Eye or a trip up The Shard, Europe's highest skyscraper.
This ancient ring of gigantic standing stones is one of the most awe-inspiring sights in the UK. It was built around 4000-5000 years ago, and its origins are shrouded in myth, mystery and legend. Many of the larger stones are 9m in height and weigh in at a whopping 25 tons, and are thought to have been dragged here from a distance of around 20 miles. No one knows how. Or why.
New Year's Eve is celebrated enthusiastically throughout the UK, but nowhere more so than in Scotland, where it's known as Hogmanay. Excitement reaches a fever pitch in Edinburgh, host to the country's largest and most spectacular New Year’s Eve party. With our Hogmanay trip, you can expect live music, fireworks, processions, and an inimitable festival atmosphere as the clock strikes 12.
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It might seem strange, but this prized national dish originated in the UK and is every bit as British as fish & chips. It comprises tender chunks of chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices, then cooked in a clay tandoor oven. It's served with rice and hearty unleavened naan bread.
Best eaten at
Punjab, 80 Neal St, London WC2H 9PA
Depending on your viewpoint, this calorific classic is either a hangover-busting godsend or a heart attack waiting to happen. It consists of bacon, sausage, eggs, baked beans and toast, though don't be surprised if you find sautéed mushrooms, the occasional grilled tomato or even a cheeky slice of black pudding thrown into the mix.
Best eaten at
Gorilla, 54-56 Whitworth Street West, Manchester
The traditional Sunday dinner is a British institution, and a UK travel must-try. It consists of your choice of roasted meat - lamb, chicken, beef and pork are the usual suspects - with roast potatoes and a variable cast of boiled vegetables, covered in rich gravy.
Best eaten at
The Shakespeares Head, 1 Chatham Place, Brighton
A raincoat and umbrella - The UK's reputation for damp, drizzly weather is not unfounded. Bring a shower-proof jacket, and don't forget your brolly when packing for your UK trip!
An adapter plug and transformer - You'll need an adapter to use the UK's 3-pin plug sockets. The voltage here is 240V, so anything running on 110V will require a step-down transformer.
Comfortable walking shoes - Walking is the de rigueur mode of transport here - this isn't the USA! Comfortable shoes will make life that bit more pleasant.
A credit or debit card with chip & PIN - So you can use automated ticket machines at train and tube stations, thereby skipping those long ticket window lines.
Wellie boots - You may know them as 'rain boots', but here they're wellies. Essential if you're attending one of the many excellent UK festivals, but also handy for tramping the rainy streets.
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