The Revival Of The English Holiday
For the British, when you think “holidays,” you tend to think of Spanish beaches or, if your budget allows, Caribbean escapes. But holidays don’t necessarily have to be abroad, as many British families and couples are discovering.
There is something of a revival of the much beloved English holiday taking place. We can credit this partly to the recession of recent years. People had less money and had to live on tighter budgets, which in turn led to many people deciding to stay in the UK for their break, rather than travel overseas. But the reasons were not only financial ones. In some instances, particularly on those luxury end breaks, English holidays could end up costing as much as a foreign getaway! So finances certainly are not the only reason for the English holiday revival. Another good reason is, quite simply, that English holidays are incredibly diverse.
Take traditional cottage breaks, for example. The Lake District and Cotswolds offer beautiful scenery, a serene atmosphere and a range of activities as well. There are the traditional pubs and English inns for the ale fans, the hiking for the keen walkers and the picturesque countryside too. Traditional English breaks with a literary spin are also increasing in popularity, with destinations like Stratford-upon-Avon (home of William Shakespeare) and Howarth, North Yorkshire (home of the Bronte sisters) attracting hordes of literary fanatics looking to trace the footsteps of the writers who inspire them.
It’s not fair to assume, though, that all English holidays are quiet and peaceful affairs. That’s untrue! England’s major cities are popular with city break holidaymakers. London, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Birmingham are fine examples. They offer cultural experiences such as art galleries, a massive range of entertainment and nightlife and enough different accommodation options to appeal to a range of budgets.
So if you’re feeling uninspired by the Spanish Costas or you really don’t fancy travelling a great deal on your next break, why not consider an English holiday?
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