With the current strength of the American dollar, now is the ideal time to cross the pond for an English holiday.

Visit England

England is home to many of the world’s most famous landmarks, including the Palace of Westminster, Stonehenge, the White Cliffs of Dover, and Buckingham Palace. Because of this, it’s no surprise that the country hosted nearly 36 million tourists in 2016.

If you are planning a 2018 getaway, here’s why we think England is an ideal destination:

• Currently, the pound is weaker than the dollar. Because of this, the UK has become one of the best-value travel destinations. According to Lonely Planet, the uncertainty of Brexit is the reason for the pound’s 11% fall against the dollar.
• The flights aren’t too bad, either. Our Wanderlust Consultants are always on the lookout for the most affordable fares, and we have found round-trip flights as low as $420. Compared to recent years, this is pretty great!
• England houses some really cool neighborhoods. Located ~120 miles outside of London , Bristol tops the list of best places to live in England. With great restaurants, nightlife, and history, the quirky town is full of fun things to do.
• The country’s culture is similar to ours. Although there are many differences between the UK and the US, you won’t have to worry about any language barriers. Also, Brits and Americans have what Winston Churchill called a “special relationship,” so they tend to like us.

What we do in London:

Pick up an authentic English staple from the takeaway window at Gigs Fish and Chips, then grab a beer and enjoy your lunch outside at The Hope in the Fitzrovia neighborhood.

Take in a football match by visiting any of the famous London club stadiums like Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge, Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium, or the famous Wembley Stadium. The energy of the fans inside a Premier League stadium is enough to get any visitor into the action, whether your favorite team is playing or not.

No trip to London is complete without enjoying the view of the city from the London Eye, or visiting the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge. Because of our partnership with Viator, we are able to provide an exclusive discount on your tour reservations.

Have you traveled to England and think we missed something? Want more information about planning your next getaway? Leave a comment below with your tips and ideas and a wanderlust consultant will get in touch with you! #YourWorldBetter