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The UK gets millions of tourists every year, however many of them fail to get beyond the great capital city of London. Whilst this area may contain some of the most well-known tourist attractions, if you are after truly spectacular scenery, arguably the best locations can be found in the North, areas like Cumbria, Yorkshire and the Scottish Highlands can contain majestic mountains, rolling hills and giant lakes. Places like the Yorkshire Moors and the Lake District are regarded as some of the finest terrain in the world for activities such as hiking and other country pursuits like hunting or fishing. The sailing is also world-renowned due to the strong winds and difficult conditions found in the North Sea, visiting a sleepy seaside village like St Bees can give you a great feel for the coastal areas around the North.
There are many airports in the UK, and choosing to go to one outside of London could also result in getting a cheaper deal, the North of England boasts airports in locations including Manchester and Liverpool, and Scotland is well serviced for air travellers by Edinburgh and Glasgow. There are many historic tourist attractions in the North, like Muncaster Castle, and various stately homes that are open to visitors. This area of the country is certainly not short of accommodation, from quaint country houses, to good value and friendly bed & breakfasts, all the way up to mansions converted into luxurious hotels and spas. Budget hotels and major chains are also readily available, especially in big cities like Newcastle. Experiencing a small, family run hotel or bed & breakfast is a great way to get to know the culture and find out some tourist tips from the knowledgeable locals. Many of the Cheap Flights coming into the UK tend to avoid a central London airport, so they already provide a great opportunity to venture outside of the capital. In order to get the best value flight, it is good to be flexible with your potential travel dates.
Another way you may be able to reduce your air fare could be by using a flight price comparison site to make sure you are getting the best deal, as these sites can often contain better prices even when compared to going direct to the airline themselves. The UK has many domestically based low-cost airlines, so finding a great value flight from Europe is likely to be easy. If you are coming from further afield, consider a stopover in order to reduce the cost of your flight further. Whether you are taking a long haul flight into London or are flying in from France just across the English Channel, using the tips above you can reduce the cost of your flight, but perhaps the best advice here is to venture outside of the capital and experience 'Old England' in a place like Cumbria, get talking to some of the locals in a traditional British pub and you can be sure they will let you know the best hotels and tourist attractions.