If you’re
still deciding on where to go for a summer holiday with the family this year,
have you considered staying here in the UK? In 2017, 47 million of us took
holidays in Britain, a figure which is only increasing as the years go by. A
‘staycation’ is not only an excellent way to save money; it also offers the
opportunity for you and the family to explore what’s on your doorstep. The UK
dishes up plenty of stunning holiday destinations- you simply need to know
where to go.
So, why not hire a car or van, pack up your
holiday gear and visit one of these stunning destinations?
Devon and Cornwall
The West
Country has been a hugely popular holiday destination for decades, offering a
wealth of staycation delights. With dramatic coastlines, big surf and long
sandy beaches, both Devon and Cornwall make for the perfect location for a
scenic coastal retreat. In contrast to this, there are quaint villages nestled
amongst the vast moorland of Dartmoor, Exmoor and Bodmin, where you can while
away the hours strolling through cobbled streets and enjoy the great outdoors.
With plenty of campsites, as well as large family-friendly hotels, it would be
easy to spend a couple of weeks touring around this beautiful part of the
country.
The Isle of Wight
The Isle of
Wight is a British holiday destination that often gets forgotten. It’s ideal
for walking holidays and boasts some 14 award-winning beaches. Shanklin is a
long, sandy beach set up for water sports, whilst St Helens sits beside a
picturesque green village. Ventnor is the southernmost beach on the island and
offers stunning views of the ocean beyond. To get to the Isle of Wight, you
simply need to make your way to Lymington, Portsmouth or Southampton and hop
onto a car ferry to take you across the water.
Norfolk Broads
The
spellbinding Norfolk Broads is an idyllic holiday destination for those looking
for some peace and tranquillity. The man-made broads offer 125 miles of
navigable waterways set in the stunning Norfolk countryside, perfect for
walking and cycling. If you’re a nature-lover, there’s plenty of opportunities
for birdwatching and wildlife spotting- keep your eyes peeled for kingfishers
and otters in the marshes of the broads. Norfolk also boasts plenty of
coastlines too; the beaches are safe, peaceful and family-friendly. Why not
stop off in Great Yarmouth for the full British seaside experience?
The Jurassic Coast
The Jurassic
Coast is so named because of the geological periods that are found within it,
including ancient rocks from the Jurassic, Triassic and Cretaceous periods when
dinosaurs still roamed the land. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, this stretch
of coast offers stunning coastlines and dramatic cliffs be sure to visit Durdle
Door and Lulworth Cove to see the distinctive arch rock formation. When
holidaying here, you can enjoy fossil hunting on the beaches or take to the
water to see the coastline from a whole new angle.
In
comparison to a holiday abroad, planning a staycation is relatively
straightforward. You simply need to work out your driving route and book
accommodation, however, if you only have a small car, packing up the whole
family - along with all the extra bits and bobs you need - can prove difficult.
At First Self Drive, we offer new reliable and
affordable vehicle hire so that you can take everything you need and more on
holiday, minus the cramped and chaotic journey.
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