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Discover inventive new experiences and captivating stories in 2024, brought together with a dose of British flair. From exploring film settings and pioneering cultural spaces to countryside trails and relaxing wellness retreats, it’s all happening on our shores and you’re invited!

Join immersive exhibitions as the National Gallery celebrates a landmark anniversary or get a taste for chocolate as Birmingham’s Cadbury World also marks its 200th birthday. Venture off the beaten track for new coastal adventures, exploring new trails and walking routes, or take in sporting action as the world’s best compete in everything from athletics to the Premier League.

Whether it’s getting a feel for our vibrant cultural cities, embarking on a coastal adventure, or discovering locations made famous by film and TV, it’s time to experience Britain differently.

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Grab your tickets, or a spot by a screen, and join the atmosphere of brilliant British sport.

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Day trips from London

Britain packs a punch when it comes to the eclectic range of destinations within close proximity to London.

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From gastronomic adventures to eco-friendly stays, there’s always more to explore on Britain’s shores.

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Cultural hotspots

An unmissable destination for travellers, London is a melting pot of history, culture and green spaces.

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From palaces to cobbled alleys and even a dormant volcano, this city is a real show-stopper.

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World-class football and a music scene that brought Oasis to centre stage – there’s lots to love about Manchester.

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A quirky seaside city filled with diverse cuisine, vintage shopping and adrenaline fuelled adventure.

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From The Beatles to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with seriously cool credentials.

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Cool creative Bristol is a must-see for art, culture and action-packed adventure.

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Step into a land of castles, world-renowned rugby and a whole host of myths and legends.

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Pushing the boundaries of art and culture, with a heart that beats through its people.

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An industrial hub with a vibrant, creative heart and a whole host of quirky adventures.

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Linked by no fewer than seven bridges, it's one vibrant place to visit.

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A hotbed for shopping and the arts, you’ll find lots to explore in Leeds.

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Packed with lively pubs, an eclectic food scene and a myriad of immersive experiences.

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Travel Advisory July 26, 2023

United kingdom - level 2: exercise increased caution.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.

Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism.

Country Summary:  Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.

There is also a risk of isolated violence by dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to the United Kingdom.

If you decide to travel to the United Kingdom:

• Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues.
• Follow the instructions of local authorities.
• Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and Twitter.com/Travelgov
• Review the  Country Security Report  for the United Kingdom.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel and return to the United States.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

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33 Nine Elms Lane London, SW11 7US United Kingdom Telephone: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: +(44) (20) 7891-3845 Email:   [email protected]

U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh, Scotland 3 Regent Terrace, Edinburgh EH7 5BW Scotland Telephone: 013-1556-8315 / from the United States: 011 (44)(13) 1556-8315 Emergency After-Hours Telephone:  020-7499-9000 / from the United States: 011 (44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: 0131-557-6023 /from the United States: 011 (44) 131-557-6023 Email:   [email protected]

U.S. Consulate General Belfast, Northern Ireland Danesfort House, 223 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5GR Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Telephone: 028-9038-6100 / from the United States: 011 (44)(28) 9038-6100 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 01253-501106 / from the United States: 011 (44) 1253-501106 Fax: 028-9068-1301 / from the United States: 011 (44)(28) 9068-1301 Email: [email protected]

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

• To enter the United Kingdom, your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your planned stay.
• Starting June 2019, U.S. passport holders will be able to use the ePassport Gates upon arrival in the United Kingdom. U.S. citizens who had previously registered for the UK’s Registered Traveller Service (RTS) should now also use the ePassport Gates on arrival in the UK.
• If you are planning onward travel after departing the UK, note that many other countries require at least six months’ remaining validity on your passport to enter. If you are bound for Continental Europe, please see our  U.S. travelers in Europe page for additional details.
• Visas for specific categories of visitors must be obtained prior to travel. Visit the  UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) website to determine if you need a visa to enter the United Kingdom. We cannot intervene on your behalf when you apply for a UK visa, nor can we advocate for your admission into the UK if you are denied entry.
• Students and prospective students should visit the  UKVI website  to determine if they need a visa.
• For some U.S. travelers, especially students, an entry stamp is required.  Please consult this website  for more information.
• Unpaid and paid workers, interns, volunteers, charity workers, and temporary workers can find information about obtaining a visa on the  UKVI website .
• Visitors traveling to the United Kingdom to get married, even if they do not plan to reside there, must obtain a visa in advance. See the  UKVI website  for visa information.
• Surcharges apply to certain categories of visas, generally those involving work, study, or residency for more than six months. More information is available on the  UKVI website  and in our Health section below.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of the United Kingdom.

Find information on  dual nationality ,  prevention of international child abduction  and  customs regulations  on our websites.

Safety and Security

Terrorist groups continue plotting possible near-term attacks in Europe. The UK Security Service publishes specific reasons for any changes in the threat level and recommended actions for the public via its  UK threat levels website .

There is the potential for  isolated violence  related to the political situation in Northern Ireland. The Police Service of Northern Ireland assesses there is a continued threat of violence from dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets, and may involve the use of  firearms  and  explosives . Tensions may be heightened during the summer marching season (April to August), particularly on and around the July 12 public holiday.

Avoid areas of demonstrations  if possible, and be careful within the vicinity of demonstrations. Demonstrations occur frequently in and around city centers and areas where tourists frequent. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate to violence.

The phone number for  police/fire/ambulance emergency services  is  999  in the United Kingdom and  112  in Gibraltar. You should also use these numbers to report security threats or suspicious packages. Also see information for  contacting police from abroad .

• Be cautious and aware of your surroundings.
• Be vigilant, as  pickpocketing ,  mugging,  and “snatch and grab” theft of mobile phones, watches and jewelry can occur.
• Do not leave bags unattended in restaurants, pubs, hotel lobbies, and parked cars.
• Be alert to other criminal schemes, such as  impostors  posing as undercover police officers and “fining” tourists for bogus minor offenses. A legitimate Metropolitan Police Services officer will never demand an immediate cash payment.
• Use only licensed Black Cabs or pre-ordered car services (minicabs) . Unlicensed taxis or private cars posing as taxis may offer low fares, but in some instances, travelers have been  robbed  or  sexually assaulted  while using these cars. See Transport for London for additional information on cabs and car services .
• Avoid using ATMs that look temporary in structure or location  or are located in isolated areas – they may not be legitimate. Use ATMs located inside a bank branch.

Scams : Before sending any money to individuals you have never met in person, visit the  Embassy London website  for more information about  internet financial scams  and how to protect yourself.

See the  Department of State  and the  FBI  pages for information on scams.

Victims of Crime : Report crimes to the local police at 999 (United Kingdom) or 112 (Gibraltar) and contact the U.S. Embassy at +(44) (20) 7499-9000.

• Local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes.

See our webpage on  help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

• help you find appropriate medical care
• assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• explain the local criminal justice process in general terms
• provide a list of local attorneys
• provide our information on  victim compensation programs in the United States
• The Victim Support website  is maintained by an independent UK charity to help people cope with the effects of crime
• A Northern Ireland-based independent charity maintains a similar  victim support website
• In Scotland, victims of crime should contact  Victim Support Scotland
• provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support if you are destitute
• help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence may contact the Embassy for assistance.

Tourism:  The tourism industry is generally regulated and rules are regularly enforced. Hazardous areas/activities are identified with appropriate signage and professional staff is typically on hand in support of organized activities. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available throughout the country. Outside of a major metropolitan center, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance . 

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties:  You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. 

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on  crimes against minors abroad  and the  Department of Justice  website.

• You will be arrested if you bring pocket knives, blades, mace or pepper spray canisters, or any part of a gun into the United Kingdom . Please refer to the UK government publication  Travelling to the UK , which details the items visitors are prohibited from bringing into the United Kingdom.
• Penalties against  alcohol-related  and other  in-flight  crimes committed aboard aircraft to and from the United Kingdom are stiff and are enforced with  prison sentences . Please also see  our information on U.S. customs regulations  covering your return to the United States.
• Controlled Substances: UK law prohibits possession and trafficking of controlled substances and narcotics, including some substances that may be legal to possess under the law of certain U.S. states. More information on controlled substances is available here . Individuals who violate UK drug laws may face penalties including fines or prison sentences.

Arrest Notification:  If you are arrested or detained in the United Kingdom, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our  webpage  for further information.

Special Circumstances:

• The legal drinking age in the United Kingdom is 18. Parents and organizers of school trips should read our  Students Abroad website  to help plan a safe and enjoyable experience.
• Scotland’s “drink drive limit” law was amended to a lower level (roughly .05 BAC) and is stricter than the rest of the United Kingdom (roughly .08 BAC). This means that  driving after even one drink  can result in a charge of driving under the influence.
• The United Kingdom has very strict gun control laws, and importing firearms is extremely complicated.  Information on applying for a firearm and/or shotgun certificate can be found on the  London Metropolitan Police Firearms licensing webpage .  Licenses from England or Wales may not be valid in Scotland; please check with the appropriate authorities.  For firearms certificates for Scotland, please check with  Police Scotland .

Faith-Based Travelers:  See our following webpages for details:

• International Religious Freedom Report  – see country reports
• Human Rights Report  – see country reports
• Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
• Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad

LGBTI Travelers:  There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in the United Kingdom.

See our  LGBTI Travel Information  page and section 6 of our  Human Rights report  for further details.

Travelers Who Require Accessibility Assistance:

• UK law requires that all public service providers (except in the transportation sector) make “reasonable adjustments” to ensure their services are available to persons with disabilities.  Nevertheless, code exemptions permit many older buildings to have steps up from the street.
• Getting around in cities may be difficult at times because sidewalks can be narrow and uneven.
• Most London Underground and UK National Rail System stations are not readily accessible for people with disabilities.  Many stations do not have elevators, and have stairways and long corridors for changing trains or exiting to the street. Many UK buses are equipped with lowering platforms for limited-mobility or sight- or hearing-disabled travelers.
• Many taxis have swivel-entry seats or retractable ramps to ease entry.
• Disabled parking permits (known as “blue badges”) are issued by local government councils throughout the country. Visit the  UK government website  for contact information. Some councils may not offer permits to temporary visitors.

The  Transport for London  and  National Rail  websites provide information for passengers with disabilities.

Students:  See our  Students Abroad  page and  FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers:  See our travel tips for  women travelers .

While medical services are widely available,  free medical care  under the National Health System (NHS) is allowed only for UK residents, certain EU nationals, and some visa holders.

An NHS surcharge is assessed on certain visa applicants at the time of application.  Tourists and short-term visitors will not be assessed the surcharge, but will be charged 150 percent of the cost of any medical treatment they receive from the NHS. Unpaid balances of £1,000 or more can result in being barred from return to the United Kingdom.

• The U.S. government does not pay medical bills, and U.S. Medicare is not valid overseas.

Medical Insurance:  Make sure your health insurance plan provides  coverage overseas . Most care providers overseas only accept  cash payments . See our webpage for more information on insurance coverage overseas.

• We strongly recommend  supplemental insurance  to cover medical evacuation.

Carry  prescription medication  in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Traveling with sufficient supplies to last the duration of your trip is recommended. Mailing prescriptions is prohibitive and may be delayed or rejected by British customs.

Certain prescriptions available in the United States are classified as a "controlled drug"  in the United Kingdom and cannot be brought into the country without applying for and obtaining a prior license. This includes prescriptions for medical marijuana or products containing CBD and THC.  Please visit the https://www.gov.uk/travelling-controlled-drugs for additional information. 

Vaccinations:  Be up-to-date on all  vaccinations  recommended for international travel by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  (CDC)

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety:  Road conditions in the United Kingdom can differ significantly from those in the United States.

• In contrast to the United States, UK traffic drives on the left.  Read the  Highway Code  before driving.
• Emergency call boxes  (orange telephone booths with “SOS” printed on them) are found at half-mile intervals along motorways. White and blue poles point in the direction of the nearest call box. Call boxes dial directly to a motorway center. Use these phones rather than a personal cell phone, because motorway center personnel will immediately know your exact location.
• Generally,  pedestrians do not have the right of way  and should not expect vehicles to stop for them.

Many U.S. citizen pedestrians are injured, some fatally, every year in the United Kingdom, because they forget that oncoming  traffic approaches from the opposite direction  than in the United States.  Exercise extra care when crossing streets; remain alert and look both ways before stepping into the street.

Traffic Laws: 

• UK penalties for driving under the influence of  alcohol  or  drugs  are strict and often  result in prison sentences .
• Using a  hand-held cell phone  or similar device while driving is  illegal  in the United Kingdom. Only hands-free phones may be used. You will be  fined , or in the case of an accident,  arrested  and serve time in  prison .
• The speed limit on highways/motorways in the United Kingdom is 70 mph, or lower when posted.
• You will be  detained  and  arrested  if you cannot provide a UK address to receive a subpoena or are about to depart the United Kingdom and have to be brought to court quickly for a motoring offense.
• In Central London, a congestion charge is levied on all drivers who pass through the congestion zone. You will be  fined  or  arrested  if you do not pay the charge. See  Transport for London  for more information about driving in London.

Public Transportation:  Public transport in the United Kingdom is extensive.

• Information on disruptions to London transportation services can be found on the  Transport for London  website.
• Information about the status of National Rail Services can be found on the  National Rail Enquiries  website.
• Bus and train service information in Northern Ireland can be found on the  Translink  website.
• Bus and train service information in Scotland can be found on the  Traveline Scotland  website.

See our  Road Safety page  for more information. For specific information concerning UK driving permits, vehicle inspection, road tax, and mandatory insurance, refer to the  UK Department for Transport  website or the  Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency  website.

Aviation Safety Oversight:  The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the government of the United Kingdom’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of United Kingdom’s air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the  FAA’s safety assessment page .

Maritime Travel: Mariners planning travel to the United Kingdom should also check for U.S. maritime advisories and alerts at  www.marad.dot.gov/msci . Information may also be posted to the U.S. Coast Guard homeport website and the NGA broadcast warnings website (select “broadcast warnings”).

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• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
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• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
• Follow us on  Twitter  and  Facebook .
• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in the United Kingdom . For additional IPCA-related information, please see the International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act ( ICAPRA ) report.

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9 of the best travel websites

Take the hassle out of holiday planning with our guide to the websites that do the hard work for you.

T he first place most of us look when planning a trip is online — but where should you start? If you have a preferred travel agent with a high level of customer service, they will likely handle the details for you. But when you’re arranging the trip yourself, you can spend hours browsing online and end up more confused than when you started.

If you’d like destination inspiration, take a look at Times Travel . But if you want to piece the trip together yourself, these websites are our favourites for everything from flights to passenger rights and books for the beach.

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1. FlightConnections

Best for flight planning Have an idea of where you want to go, but flexible on which airports you could use? Or maybe you just want to see which routes operate non-stop from your nearest airport. No other website makes a map of the world’s international routing options as clear and easy to understand as FlightConnections.

If you’re in Birmingham and you don’t fancy schlepping to a London airport, for example, you can see at a glance that there are non-stop flights from BHX to Cancun, Egypt, the Canaries and Dubai. Or maybe you want to go to Valencia in Spain, but you can’t find any flights from BHX. With FlightConnections, you might see that non-stop flights are available from Nottingham East Midlands (EMA) — a much closer journey than London.

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Click on your preferred route, and it’ll also show you which dates the route operates non-stop, so you know which dates to search for.

Best for flight price comparison The top four players — Google Flights , Kayak , Momondo and Skyscanner — are all excellent flight-comparison websites.

But Kayak has the edge. Its search results pages are clear and have the best range of useful filters. You can see instantly how much premium economy on the same route would cost, for example, instead of having to do another search from scratch. You can add a cabin bag or hold bag, easily remove the results from airports you don’t want to have your layover in, and even narrow your search to the type of aircraft you’d prefer to fly with.

Best for hotel bookings A lot of people think Booking.com, Hotels.com and Expedia are hotel-comparison sites. They aren’t — they’re booking sites. Yes, you can book thousands of hotels with them, but they will only show you their own negotiated prices for each particular hotel.

That’s why your first port of call for any hotel research should be Trivago. It takes prices from all of the major hotel-booking sites, including the three mentioned above, plus hundreds more booking sites and online travel agencies.

4. Booking.com

Best for hotel reviews The reviews on TripAdvisor can be written by anyone, whether they’ve stayed at the hotel or not. And multiple investigations have shown how many fake reviews flood the site.

That’s why our go-to site for hotel reviews is Booking.com. Only people who have paid for a booking via Booking.com can write a review. This means its reviews are much more reliable. It’s not 100 per cent foolproof, but it is much more reliable than most alternative review sites. You can find reviews for most of the world’s hotels — and you don’t have to book with them to read the reviews. Just browse, then check out Trivago.co.uk to find the cheapest deal on your preferred hotel.

5. Seat61.com

Best for train advice Thinking of switching plane for train — or riding the rails on a scenic journey at your destination? The first port of call for any train lover should be Seat61.com. What started as a hobby site more than 15 years ago is now the UK’s best site for train advice — for routes all over the world. It covers the best train-booking sites in different destinations, plus how to get the best deals, which seats to choose on many routes, and more.

6. HomeExchange

Best for house swaps What’s cheaper — and arguably better — than the likes of Airbnb and Vrbo? A free home swap — mi casa es su casa. Unlike Airbnb, no money changes hands between homeowners. You’ll pay a fee to join the site, but during your membership period, on most sites, you are allowed to make as many free home exchanges as you can negotiate with other homeowners.

Each site has its pros and cons, but the world’s largest site HomeExchange, which costs $175 (£140)/year to join, wins by virtue of the fact that it lists more than 450,000 homes all over the world. Home-swapping is, ultimately, a numbers game. You’ll massively increase your chances of finding someone suitable to swap with in Sydney if there are more than 100 potential homes in Sydney for you to contact about the arrangement.

7. Zest Car Rental

Best for car hire You can do a car-hire search on the major flight-comparison websites, plus with car-rental comparison specialists, such as Rhino . But there’s a reason Zest Car Rental consistently ranks in the top table of customer surveys and is the choice of Which? as recommended car hire broker.

The game for car-hire companies is to appear at the top of the comparison sites, which means they hide the real cost of the “extras” that are often essential, such as excess-reducing insurance or a full-to-full fuel policy. (With full-to-empty fuel policies, you usually end up paying for fuel you didn’t use when you return the car with a quarter of a tank or more.)

With Zest Car Rental, in most cases, excess-reducing insurance is included in the price you see, and in many cases, the second driver is also included in the rate. Zest only works with providers who have a “fair fuel” policy, and customer services is fast to respond to any questions or problems.

8. TripFiction

Best for literary escapes Whether your travels are strictly armchair this year or you’re heading off on holiday, reading a novel set in your destination can really put you in the mood. The best place to look for your travel reads is TripFiction. Despite the name, it’s not entirely fiction, with biographies, travelogues, history and recipe books sneaking into their listings.

Choose your preferred country or region and browse all titles — or narrow it down by genre, such as crime or fantasy. A list of books appears, with summaries for you to find out more before deciding whether to buy.

9. Civil Aviation Authority

Best for passenger rights At a loss for what to do if your flight gets cancelled, your luggage gets lost or you get stuck in queues at security and miss a flight ? You’ll find all of your passenger rights on the Civil Aviation Authority website.

It’s worth taking a look before your trip, too, so you can be sure you have suitable travel insurance to help with the increasingly common problems that the law doesn’t provide enough coverage for, such as delays at airport security.

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Wondering where to start when booking your UK trip? In this article, we share some of our favourite booking sites for UK travel.

If you are planning your UK vacation you may be wondering which are the best travel booking sites to use to sort out the essentials. From flights and hotels to tours and attraction tickets there are many booking sites available to choose from.

After years of travel (and making hundreds of bookings), I have a number of go-to companies that I use regularly when planning and booking my trips.

In this post, you will find some of our favourite travel booking sites we use for UK travel.

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I choose booking.com for the majority of my accommodation books and have used them for years.

They have a wide range of accommodation options available including hotels, apartments and guesthouses.

Many offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before. This is something I recommend and have found invaluable recently. It also enables some flexibility of planning.

I find their prices competitive too and their reviews and ratings useful tools when choosing my accommodation. 

UK Accommodation guides : London ~ England ~ Scotland ~ Wales ~ Northern Ireland

If you prefer holiday accommodation with more space, privacy or freedom than a hotel may offer we recommend booking a VRBO .

VRBO have over 2 million properties all over the world including lots of fabulous properties in the UK.

Transportation

When researching flights remember to open an incognito tab so your information is not saved by the airline companies! Also check either side of your selected dates to see if there are cheaper options available!

I recommend checking out prices using a flight comparison website. I use Skyscanner and have done for a few years now.

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Getting from the airport to our accommodation with little hassle and stress is always my aim. There is nothing more disorientating than landing in a foreign country with no idea how to get to your final destination.

There are obviously lots of options and you can read my dedicated posts to help you plan (train/taxi/bus etc) but if you prefer to book a private transfer or even a shared transfer ahead of your arrival we recommend Riz (our preferred partner for transportation needs in the south-east and London.)

Click to request a quote from Riz for your London airport transfer

A common question for those of you planning to spend some time in London is how to get around the capital. You can read more about the various forms of London transport including the Tube, buses, boats and bicycles in our complete guide.

Pay for transport with an Oyster card (which can be purchased at Heathrow on arrival) or at a Tube station, visitor centre and in most newsagents around London or you can also use contactless methods of payment (just check for any foreign exchange charges)

Read our articles – What is an oyster card? and Oyster card versus contactless

Taking the train around the UK is a great way to see the countryside and can be cheaper and easier than driving or flying depending on where you go.

If you are planning to travel the UK by train (or even take one or two-day trips by train) I recommend booking in advance to get the best deals.

Check journeys with the trainline.com or Omio when planning train journeys in the UK – you can also book your tickets online with them too.

Britrail Passes

A great way to save on train tickets when travelling in the UK is to purchase a BritRail Pass or a Eurail Global Pass (find out more about these train passes here )

These passes can be purchased to cover areas and regions of the UK as well as countries.

You can find out BritRail Passes here or the Eurail Global Pass here.

If you plan to travel over to mainland Europe it is an easy and quick option to take the Eurostar from St Pancras International in London. I would recommend this option over flying and we love taking this trip.

Again I would recommend purchasing as much in advance as possible – ticket prices rise the closer to the departure date you book.

Book your Eurostar ticket here

Read more – Complete Guide to UK transportation & How to save money on rail travel in the UK

If you are considering taking a road trip in the UK or just want to hire a car for one or two-day trips I recommend taking a look at our guide to driving in the UK which includes information and tips.

For car hire, we recommend comparing prices to get the best deals. Either via your regular international car hire firm or using a comparison site such as Discover Cars which compares prices, offers free cancellation ( read t’s & c’s ) and shares tips about what to look for to find a great car rental deal.

Tickets for major attractions, events and experiences

If you are planning to visit some of the most popular attractions during your trip I highly recommend booking ahead.

The queues can be very long particularly during the main tourist months in the UK. If you purchase your tickets prior to arriving you will not only be guaranteed entry but spend less time waiting to get in and have more time to enjoy your holiday.

I have provided links below so you can price up to and/or buy your tickets. If you are planning to visit a lot of the main tourist attractions in London it may be cost-effective to purchase a London Pass .

Read more about the different passes available for London and whether they are worth it for you in my in-depth article (coming soon)

Find out more about how to purchase tickets for popular London attractions.

Click here to find out prices and availability for tickets for the London Pass

Click here to find out prices and availability for tickets for the London Eye

Book a professional photographer for a photo shoot in London and take home some fantastic memories of your vacation.

Book a photoshoot with Scalens Studio here – use the code UKTP10 and get 10 extra images for free!

Click here to find out prices and availability for tickets for Harry Potter Studios

Best UK day tours

These are the companies I recommend for all your tour requirements. We personally use these companies when we travel.

Get Your Guide has a comprehensive range of tours to choose from. They guarantee the best prices and have (on most tours) a generous free cancellation policy.

As an aggregator, they offer a huge selection of tours. You can find the name of the company providing the tour at the bottom of the page and check out reviews before you book.

Click here to find tours of London and the UK with Get Your Guide

Formerly Walks of Italy you can find some excellent tours around London . As they say, their “London tours offer skip-the-line tickets to some of the city’s top sights. With full-day sightseeing packages and special access to the Houses of Parliament or the British Museum, you won’t be stuck for great things to do around the city.”

My favourites include:

Liv Tours motto is that they craft tours and you live them. Offering private and small group tours in London (and other European destinations) their sustainable tours range from food tours of Borough Market to tours for Harry Potter fans and more!

Liv Tours employs local guides who will “take you inside the fascinating history of Europe’s most cosmopolitan city.”

Offering personalised and unique tour experiences With Locals provide tours with (as you may expect)….locals!

Some of the great tours in London you can take With Locals include:

• London’s best markets – a personalised experience
• The best of London – sights and secrets

They have some excellent tours in Scotland too including:

• 90 Minutes Edinburgh Kickstart Tour
• Best of Edinburgh Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems

If you would like to engage the services of a private driver guide for tours of South East England (with tour options including Hever Castle, Leeds Castle, and Dover Castle) we recommend John England Tours .

John is a professional tour guide who provides personalised private day tours and will ensure you have a memorable day experiencing an authentic England that many visitors miss. Click here for more information about John England Tours.

The guides on ToursByLocals provide private tours tailored to your needs. Although not the most budget-friendly option these are the creme de la creme of tours for those who want to experience something a little special.

Guides are locals with superb insight and knowledge about their areas and tours can be tailor-made for your needs and interests.

Click here to choose a guide with ToursByLocals

Known for their award-winning mini-coach tours of the UK and Ireland Rabbies is an excellent choice for their wide range of small group tours departing from Edinburgh , Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen, London, Manchester, and Dublin.

Click here to find out more about Rabbie’s tours

Best package deals and multi-day tours

TourRadar is another recommended aggregator with absolutely loads of multi-day tours of the UK. If you prefer to take a tour there is sure to be something here to suit you.

Click here for tours of England

Click here for tours of Scotland

Click here for tours of England, Wales and Scotland

Intrepid are another company offering multi-day tours of the UK. Why travel with Intrepid?

They sum it up perfectly on their website – ” It’s simple: ultimate itineraries, perfectly sized groups, legendary local leaders, more destinations and ways to see the world, and travel that makes a positive difference.”

Click here for Intrepid Tours of the UK

If you prefer your trip to be fully organised Trafalgar may be an excellent option. They have an excellent selection of tours around the UK.

Click here for Trafalgar Tours of the UK

Read more – Best UK Tours 2023

Travel essentials and services

Some additional sites to know about when planning your trip to the UK. These are all things to think about and need planning for.

I have a Wise account and free debit Mastercard that I use for all my currency needs across the globe. Download the app on your phone and you are good to go!

Spend in any currency, receive money for free and send money around the world with your own foreign currency account.

Click here to find out about opening a free Wise account *

Don’t forget travel insurance. It is an essential part of our trip budget and we never travel anywhere in the world without it.

Ensure that health costs are covered (and emergency repatriation to your country of origin) if you are ill or have an accident while in the UK.

Due to recent world events, I would recommend checking your policy for coverage related to Covid-19.

Ensure you read all the terms and conditions of your coverage prior to the purchase of any travel insurance policy.*

Companies such as Travel Insurance Master for US-based travellers and Cover-More for travellers from Australia offer travel insurance.

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These are my recommended booking sites if you are planning a trip to the UK (or indeed planning to explore more of the country if you live in the UK)

Do bookmark the page as I will continue to update with more of the best booking sites for UK travel.

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• Flight Belfast - London (BFS - STN) £29+
• Flight Edinburgh - London (EDI - STN) £29+
• Flight Edinburgh - London (EDI - LTN) £30+
• Flight Glasgow - London (GLA - STN) £50+
• Flight Glasgow - London (GLA - LTN) £51+
• Flight Glasgow - London (GLA - LGW) £52+
• Flight Belfast - London (BFS - LTN) £54+
• Flight Belfast - London (BHD - LTN) £55+
• Flight Edinburgh - London (EDI - LGW) £55+
• Flight Belfast - London (BFS - LGW) £61+
• Flight Belfast - London (BHD - LGW) £61+
• Flight Newcastle upon Tyne - London (NCL - LHR) £61+
• Flight Glasgow - London (GLA - LHR) £61+
• Flight Edinburgh - London (EDI - LHR) £68+
• Flight Glasgow - London (GLA - LCY) £68+
• Flight Edinburgh - London (EDI - LCY) £69+
• Flight Manchester - London (MAN - LHR) £70+
• Flight Belfast - London (BHD - LHR) £73+
• Flight Belfast - London (BFS - LHR) £73+
• Flight Londonderry - London (LDY - LHR) £131+
• Flight Belfast - London (BFS - LCY) £135+
• Flight Belfast - London (BHD - LCY) £135+
• Flight Bristol - London (BRS - LHR) £160+
• Flight Southampton - London (SOU - LHR) £224+

Amsterdam flights

• Flight Manchester - Amsterdam (MAN - AMS) £55+
• Flight Bristol - Amsterdam (BRS - AMS) £56+
• Flight London - Amsterdam (LGW - AMS) £57+
• Flight London - Amsterdam (LTN - AMS) £58+
• Flight Liverpool - Amsterdam (LPL - AMS) £66+
• Flight London - Amsterdam (SEN - AMS) £75+
• Flight London - Amsterdam (STN - AMS) £78+

Paris flights

• Flight Manchester - Paris (MAN - BVA) £26+
• Flight London - Paris (LGW - ORY) £45+
• Flight London - Paris (LTN - CDG) £53+
• Flight Bristol - Paris (BRS - CDG) £54+
• Flight London - Paris (SEN - CDG) £56+
• Flight Manchester - Paris (MAN - CDG) £56+
• Flight Manchester - Paris (MAN - ORY) £57+
• Flight London - Paris (LGW - CDG) £58+
• Flight Bristol - Paris (BRS - ORY) £59+

Los Angeles flights

• Flight London - Los Angeles (LHR - LAX) £331+
• Flight London - Los Angeles (LGW - LAX) £347+
• Flight Manchester - Los Angeles (MAN - LAX) £391+
• Flight Edinburgh - Los Angeles (EDI - LAX) £398+
• Flight Birmingham - Los Angeles (BHX - LAX) £430+
• Flight Bristol - Los Angeles (BRS - LAX) £464+
• Flight Belfast - Los Angeles (BFS - LAX) £475+

Alicante flights

• Flight London - Alicante (STN - ALC) £49+
• Flight London - Alicante (LTN - ALC) £54+
• Flight Cardiff - Alicante (CWL - ALC) £56+
• Flight Manchester - Alicante (MAN - ALC) £56+
• Flight London - Alicante (LGW - ALC) £57+
• Flight Nottingham - Alicante (EMA - ALC) £61+
• Flight Bristol - Alicante (BRS - ALC) £64+

Pakistan flights

• Flight London - Karachi (STN - KHI) £327+
• Flight London - Karachi (LGW - KHI) £435+
• Flight London - Lahore (LHR - LHE) £435+
• Flight London - Karachi (LHR - KHI) £451+
• Flight London - Islamabad (LHR - ISB) £463+
• Flight Manchester - Lahore (MAN - LHE) £465+
• Flight Manchester - Karachi (MAN - KHI) £472+

India flights

• Flight London - Mumbai (LHR - BOM) £350+
• Flight London - New Delhi (LHR - DEL) £352+
• Flight London - New Delhi (LGW - DEL) £382+
• Flight London - Ahmedabad (LGW - AMD) £395+
• Flight London - Amritsar (LGW - ATQ) £401+
• Flight London - Hyderabad (LHR - HYD) £407+
• Flight London - Kochi (LHR - COK) £418+

Belfast flights

• Flight Liverpool - Belfast (LPL - BHD) £46+
• Flight Manchester - Belfast (MAN - BHD) £48+
• Flight London - Belfast (LTN - BHD) £54+
• Flight Glasgow - Belfast (GLA - BHD) £55+
• Flight Newcastle upon Tyne - Belfast (NCL - BHD) £57+
• Flight London - Belfast (LGW - BHD) £58+
• Flight Bristol - Belfast (BRS - BHD) £61+

Glasgow flights

• Flight Belfast - Glasgow (BFS - GLA) £45+
• Flight Birmingham - Glasgow (BHX - GLA) £46+
• Flight Belfast - Glasgow (BHD - GLA) £50+
• Flight London - Glasgow (LGW - GLA) £50+
• Flight London - Glasgow (LTN - GLA) £50+
• Flight London - Glasgow (STN - GLA) £50+
• Flight Bristol - Glasgow (BRS - GLA) £60+

New York flights

• Flight London - New York (LGW - JFK) £239+
• Flight London - New Windsor (STN - SWF) £285+
• Flight London - New York (LHR - JFK) £290+
• Flight London - Newark (LHR - EWR) £290+
• Flight London - New Windsor (LTN - SWF) £300+
• Flight London - Newark (LGW - EWR) £305+
• Flight Manchester - New York (MAN - JFK) £322+
• Flight Manchester - Newark (MAN - EWR) £328+
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Barcelona flights

• Flight London - Barcelona (STN - BCN) £31+
• Flight London - Barcelona (LGW - BCN) £35+
• Flight Birmingham - Barcelona (BHX - BCN) £39+
• Flight Bristol - Barcelona (BRS - BCN) £43+
• Flight Newcastle upon Tyne - Barcelona (NCL - BCN) £44+
• Flight London - Barcelona (LTN - BCN) £45+
• Flight London - Barcelona (LHR - BCN) £46+

Orlando flights

• Flight London - Orlando (LGW - MCO) £335+
• Flight London - Orlando (LHR - MCO) £374+
• Flight Manchester - Orlando (MAN - MCO) £408+
• Flight Glasgow - Orlando (GLA - MCO) £450+
• Flight Inverness - Orlando (INV - MCO) £455+
• Flight Edinburgh - Orlando (EDI - MCO) £460+
• Flight Newquay - Orlando (NQY - MCO) £477+

Dublin flights

• Flight Birmingham - Dublin (BHX - DUB) £27+
• Flight Edinburgh - Dublin (EDI - DUB) £27+
• Flight Manchester - Dublin (MAN - DUB) £27+
• Flight London - Dublin (LGW - DUB) £28+
• Flight Bristol - Dublin (BRS - DUB) £28+
• Flight Glasgow - Dublin (GLA - DUB) £28+
• Flight Newcastle upon Tyne - Dublin (NCL - DUB) £28+
• Flight Nottingham - Dublin (EMA - DUB) £28+
• Flight Leeds - Dublin (LBA - DUB) £29+
• Flight Cardiff - Dublin (CWL - DUB) £30+
• Flight Liverpool - Dublin (LPL - DUB) £30+
• Flight London - Dublin (STN - DUB) £30+
• Flight London - Dublin (LTN - DUB) £30+
• Flight Newquay - Dublin (NQY - DUB) £33+
• Flight London - Dublin (LHR - DUB) £50+
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• Flight Aberdeen - Dublin (ABZ - DUB) £80+
• Flight Southampton - Dublin (SOU - DUB) £80+
• Flight London - Dublin (LCY - DUB) £102+
• Flight Belfast - Dublin (BFS - DUB) £121+
• Flight Belfast - Dublin (BHD - DUB) £134+
• Flight London - Dublin (SEN - DUB) £209+
• Flight Grimsby - Dublin (HUY - DUB) £243+
• Flight Darlington - Dublin (MME - DUB) £349+

Berlin flights

• Flight Nottingham - Berlin (EMA - BER) £31+
• Flight Manchester - Berlin (MAN - BER) £40+
• Flight Birmingham - Berlin (BHX - BER) £54+
• Flight Edinburgh - Berlin (EDI - BER) £55+
• Flight London - Berlin (STN - BER) £56+
• Flight London - Berlin (LTN - BER) £76+
• Flight London - Berlin (LGW - BER) £87+

Australia flights

• Flight London - Melbourne (LGW - MEL) £561+
• Flight London - Sydney (LGW - SYD) £575+
• Flight London - Perth (LHR - PER) £645+
• Flight London - Perth (LGW - PER) £650+
• Flight London - Sydney (LHR - SYD) £658+
• Flight London - Melbourne (LHR - MEL) £673+
• Flight London - Perth (LCY - PER) £678+

Canada flights

• Flight Manchester - Toronto (MAN - YYZ) £319+
• Flight London - Toronto (LHR - YYZ) £325+
• Flight London - Toronto (LGW - YYZ) £326+
• Flight London - Montreal (LGW - YUL) £342+
• Flight London - Montreal (LHR - YUL) £353+
• Flight London - Toronto (LGW - YTZ) £356+
• Flight London - Hamilton (LGW - YHM) £357+

Edinburgh flights

• Flight London - Edinburgh (STN - EDI) £27+
• Flight Bournemouth - Edinburgh (BOH - EDI) £28+
• Flight Belfast - Edinburgh (BFS - EDI) £30+
• Flight London - Edinburgh (LTN - EDI) £30+
• Flight London - Edinburgh (LCY - EDI) £45+
• Flight Birmingham - Edinburgh (BHX - EDI) £47+
• Flight London - Edinburgh (LGW - EDI) £48+

Manchester flights

• Flight Belfast - Manchester (BFS - MAN) £26+
• Flight Belfast - Manchester (BHD - MAN) £47+
• Flight London - Manchester (LHR - MAN) £72+
• Flight Edinburgh - Manchester (EDI - MAN) £91+
• Flight Glasgow - Manchester (GLA - MAN) £102+
• Flight Liverpool - Manchester (LPL - MAN) £104+
• Flight Birmingham - Manchester (BHX - MAN) £110+

Bangkok flights

• Flight London - Bangkok (LGW - BKK) £427+
• Flight London - Bangkok (LHR - BKK) £452+
• Flight London - Bangkok (LCY - BKK) £513+
• Flight Birmingham - Bangkok (BHX - BKK) £536+
• Flight Inverness - Bangkok (INV - BKK) £540+
• Flight London - Bangkok (LTN - BKK) £546+
• Flight Manchester - Bangkok (MAN - BKK) £549+
• Flight Edinburgh - Bangkok (EDI - BKK) £551+
• Flight Glasgow - Bangkok (GLA - BKK) £552+
• Flight Bristol - Bangkok (BRS - BKK) £565+
• Flight Norwich - Bangkok (NWI - BKK) £572+
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A cycling route in the Yorkshire Dales offering “spectacular” views has been named one of the best in the UK and Ireland by Big 7 Travel.

The Yorkshire Dales Loop is said to take cyclists through “bucolic scenery and quaint towns” such as Ilkley and you will feel “on top of the world” after completing it.

It comes as the travel experts invited some of the UK and Ireland's most passionate cyclists to select their favourite cycle routes, resulting in a diverse list that caters to riders of all levels.

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Big 7 Travel explained: "From the North York Moors to Strines, Yorkshire is blessed with brilliant cycle routes, but the Dales comes up trumps when it comes to famous climbs.

“This circular route flies through bucolic scenery and quaint towns, including Ilkley, Hawes, Aysgarth and Leyburn.

“Pass through most of the major dales in the national park, rising high above sea level and offering spectacular views.”

It adds: “There are two particularly steep climbs on this route, with an elevation gain of 1,500+ feet, so it is best suited to more advanced cyclists.

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Experience authentic swiss refinement and genevan lifestyle.

Facing Lake Geneva and minutes away from the most beautiful parks and boutiques along the famous rue du Rhône, our iconic 5-star hotel is one of the most contemporary addresses in Geneva, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Mont-Blanc. With elegant furnishings and amenities, our 204 guest rooms and 22 suites are equipped with the highest quality Bang & Olufsen LCD screens, and distinctive city or Lake Geneva views. Discover the unique Spa La Mer, exclusively offering the brand's premium skincare treatments in a soothing ambience and enjoy the ultimate luxury of a private Spa Suite. Let our Rive Droite terrace invigorate the senses with its seasonal Mediterranean restaurant Rive Droite by Michel Roth, in a French Riviera atmosphere. Let the gastronomic delights of the Michelin starred Bayview Restaurant by Michel Roth excite the palate. Or escape for a culinary journey in the Thousand And One Nights world at the Arabesque Lebanese restaurant. Our hotel is pet friendly and welcomes trained pets.

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At once at a walking distance to the city center and at the same time on a very peaceful area, Hotel President Wilson, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Geneva, benefits from a prime lakefront location.

Ideally located in the heart of Europe and connecting nearly 130 destinations by direct flight, enjoy the Hotel President Wilson for a weekend getaway in Geneva, or to host your conference or event in Geneva.

Conveniently located close to the most recognized Swiss factories, international organizations including the UN, OMS, OMC, OMPI, diplomatic missions and consulates, museums, and other captivating destinations, Hotel President Wilson is the ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Discover our 204 guest rooms and 22 suites decorated in contemporary style with elegant furnishings and stylish amenities. With the view on Lake Geneva and the mountains, our rooms are designed for you to spend the most relaxing stay.

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Hotel President Wilson, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Geneva boasts an exclusive terrace overlooking the lake facing the Alps.

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It includes a heated outdoor swimming pool (open only during Summer time, from May to September), a pool bar as well as a Mediterranean restaurant by Michel Roth. Due to the hotel’s prime location, such a venue is really unique in Geneva as it is a real oasis of wellness in the heart of the city with a French Riviera atmosphere.

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Simplicity, audacity and refinement – these are the values of the Chef Michel Roth and its restaurant the Bayview.

A lavish buffet breakfast awaits at Glowing, where a children's menu is also available. Various breakfast options are offered such as Continental, American, Chinese and Oriental. The salon can also be booked for private events.

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Our Michelin starred restaurant invites you to an authentic gastronomic experience. The Chef has carefully chosen local products from the region to create a new seasonal menu for you to enjoy alongside the wonderful view over Lake Geneva and the Alps.

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With a stunning view over Geneva lake and the Mont-Blanc, the Rive Droite by Michel Roth restaurant offers an amazing setting for a sunny Mediterranean lunch or dinner. (Open from June to September)

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The Glow bar is open with an all-day dining from 9am to 12am.

Chic and muted, the So bar is the ideal place to enjoy a delicious cocktail or to taste a prestigious whisky in an elegant and intimate atmosphere. The bar also offers a selection of exclusive premium alcohols. (Closed during Summer).

The Arabesque restaurant is open from Monday to Sunday every evening. Takeaway is available on the same opening days.

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Nestled on the first floor terrace of Hotel President Wilson, the Rive Droite welcomes you in a beach club ambiance with a heated swimming pool, a lounge bar and a restaurant. (Open from June to September)

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The Spa recently launched brand new La Mer Signature treatments including the new Genaissance facial, an exclusive treatment featuring pure and potent crystal Miracle BrothTM.

Offer much more than a gift, please your loved ones with a wide range of discovery gifts: a gastronomic experience at our starred Bayview by Michel Roth restaurant, traditional Lebanese flavours at the Arabesque restaurant, a moment of relaxation at the Spa La Mer.

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Designed by architect and hotelier Marcel Jacquignon, Hotel President opened its doors for the first time on May 18, 1962. It was bought by Swissair and Nestlé in 1980, then later acquired by the Tamman family in 1989. In 1992, the family renovated and expanded the hotel with a 190 million CHF investment that included an additional wing of 80 guestrooms and suites, a conference center, underground parking, and a terrace with an outdoor pool. The hotel reopened in 1996 as the new Hotel President Wilson, in honor of the 28th President of the United States of America, Woodrow Wilson—founder and relentless defender of the League of Nations. The Hotel President Wilson became part of Starwood Hotels and Resorts and a member of the Luxury Collection in 2000. From 2007 to 2010, it underwent a 40 million CHF renovation process covering public areas and characterized by three main themes conceptualized by South-Korean artist Jae-Hyo Lee: water, surrounding landscape and light.

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Languages spoken by staff: French, English, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese

For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +41 22-9066666

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Carbon Footprint: 6.99 kg per room night

Water Footprint: 1165.19 liters per room night

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• government recognises full vaccinations from a further 17 countries and territories including Japan and Singapore

Read the rules for travel to England from 4 October 2021 .

The Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, has today (17 September 2021) announced a simplified system for international travel in light of the success of the UK ’s domestic vaccine rollout, providing greater stability for industry and passengers.

The current traffic light system will be replaced by a single red list of countries and territories which will continue to be crucial in order to protect public health, and simplified travel measures for arrivals from the rest of the world from Monday 4 October at 4am.

Testing requirements will also be reduced for eligible fully vaccinated travellers, who will no longer need to take a PDT when travelling to England from Monday 4 October 4am.

From the end of October, eligible fully vaccinated passengers and those with an approved vaccine from a select group of non-red countries will be able to replace their day 2 test with a cheaper lateral flow test, reducing the cost of tests on arrival into England. The government wants to introduce this by the end of October, aiming to have it in place for when people return from half-term breaks.

Anyone testing positive will need to isolate and take a confirmatory PCR test, at no additional cost to the traveller, which would be genomically sequenced to help identify new variants.

Testing for unvaccinated passengers from non-red countries will include pre-departure tests, day 2 and day 8 PCR tests. Test to release remains an option to reduce self-isolation period.

From 4 October, England will welcome fully vaccinated travellers from a host of new countries – who will be treated like returning fully vaccinated UK travellers – including 17 countries and territories such as Japan and Singapore, following the success of an existing pilot with the US and Europe.

Grant Shapps Transport Secretary said:

Today’s changes mean a simpler, more straightforward system. One with less testing and lower costs, allowing more people to travel, see loved ones or conduct business around the world while providing a boost for the travel industry. Public health has always been at the heart of our international travel policy and with more than 8 in 10 adults vaccinated in the UK , we are now able to introduce a proportionate updated structure that reflects the new landscape.

Part of the third Global Travel Taskforce checkpoint review, today’s update reiterates the government’s focus on protecting its borders from the most dangerous variants and ensures continuity for industry and passengers the remainder of the year. We will look to set out a further review for the UK ’s international travel policy early in the new year to provide further certainty for the spring and summer 2022 seasons.

Conducting the final regular traffic light review before the switch to the new two-tiered system, several additional countries and territories will move off the red list – Turkey, Pakistan, the Maldives, Egypt, Sri Lanka, Oman, Bangladesh and Kenya. Changes will come into effect at 4am Wednesday 22 September.

Passengers who aren’t recognised as being fully vaccinated with authorised vaccines and certificates under England’s international travel rules, will still have to take a pre-departure test , a day 2 and day 8 PCR test and self-isolate for 10 days upon their return from a non-red list country under the new two-tiered travel programme. Test to Release will remain an option for unvaccinated passengers who wish to shorten their isolation period.

Sajid Javid Health and Social Care Secretary said:

Today we have simplified the travel rules to make them easier to understand and follow, opening up tourism and reducing the costs to go abroad. As global vaccination efforts continue to accelerate and more people gain protection from this dreadful disease, it is right that our rules and regulations keep pace.

From late October, we will also be making changes to allow passengers who change flights or international trains during their journey to follow the measures associated to their country of departure, rather than any countries they have transited through as part of their journey.

All passengers will still need to fill in a passenger locator form ahead of travel. Passengers should continue to check GOV. UK travel guidance including FCDO travel advice before, during and after travel to keep up to date in entry requirements and ensure compliance with the latest COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 regulations for the country being visited.

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