The United Kingdom remains one of the most powerful and historic countries on the planet. The heritage and tradition of a vacation rental in the UK is one of the most significant pulls for any holidaymaker or tourist to consider. Much of its financial and tourism core is based in England’s capital city of London. London is one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations with numerous historical and entertainment attractions that underline its importance to British history. The likes of Big Ben, the London Eye, London Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace all leave a lasting memory.

Nevertheless, United Kingdom is not one-dimensional in terms of vacation rental destinations. There are a number of impressive summer resorts that can be found in south-west England. Devon and Cornwall are fortunate enough to experience golden sands and comfortably warm temperatures from the Atlantic. Tourists with an interest in watersports will love south-west England, with surfing and windsurfing particularly popular. The wondrous Shakespearean culture can be explored during a day trip to his home region of Stratford upon Avon. Visit William Shakespeare’s houses and gardens providing insight into the life of one of Britain’s most famous exports. The Celtic flavour of Scotland and Wales must not be underestimated in any case. Take a trip north to Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh and experience its breathtaking castle. Or visit Wales and the enchanting mountains and countryside of Snowdonia and the entirety of North Wales. There are so many United Kingdom vacation rentals resorts that offer a multitude of different holidays, from relaxed to adventure breaks, ‘Blighty’ opens its doors to millions of visitors on an annual basis.

National Parks in the UK are a wonder to behold, run by the National Trust a non-profit UK charity that conserves Britain’s historic and natural landscapes. Britain’s serene, bright, tranquil and diverse ecosystem is perfectly represented by managed natural wonders spread across England, Wales and Scotland. Planning restrictions by Britain’s Park authority protect these wild areas from over habitation and commercial activities. Mainland England and Wales have the largest concentration of protected parklands. The first established area underwent creation in 1951 with the inception of the 1,438 kilometre Peak District. This earliest national park lies in central northern England. This National Park in the UK is a popular area split between the moor lands or Dark Peak and the population dense hue of the White peak area outside Manchester. Due to its vast natural beauty, the Peak District is thought to be the world most visited national park after Japan’s Mount Fuji.

National parks in the UK can also boast to have Britain’s largest protected wetland ‘The Broads’ just outside the village of Horning. An ideal spot for families, this 200 mile area combines waterways with an interesting intersection of windmills, castles and an ancient Norman cathedral. Spread across 885 miles of truly awesome rugged land is Lake District national park. England’s largest park attraction is spread between Edinburgh to the north and Manchester to the south. Although, the land itself seems wild and untamed almost 40,000 people live within the park’s lush confines. Scafell Pike, highest pike in the National parks in the UK stretches an impressive 3210 upward and over 12 million people visit the Lake District each year to enjoy its wide open spaces. Within this District’s vast confines can be found over 6000 archaeological sites and monuments dating back to prehistory.

The New Forest park is the latest addition to Park system created in 2005. Surrounded by lovely views of marshlands and boats, New Forest is the most densely populated park in England. Habitats within New Forest are varied with grassland, woodlands, valleys and coastal lagoons playing a role in the protected ecosystem. Rare species of sand lizards and honey buzzards wander the area and are truly a sight to see. During the autumn the forest comes to beautiful life during the changing of the seasons and is awash with fall leaves coloured deep scarlet, orange and tan.