Emirates 2019 - 2021 Worldwide Brochure

Welcome to the United Kingdom

Stonehenge, Wiltshire

The Beatles Story, Liverpool

Windsor Castle

UNITED KINGDOM Be there The United Kingdom’s individual nations – England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – have distinct histories, cultures and a range of natural attractions that makes any trip here a diverse and rewarding experience. Whether cosmopolitan London or stately Edinburgh, the Scottish Highlands, Lake District, Snowdonia or Giants Causeway; these are all stars on the world map.

London gets the attention it richly deserves, but venture beyond the capital for further treasures. The honey-coloured villages of the Cotswolds are easily combined with a trip to Stratford-upon- Avon to explore Shakespeare country.

At a glance Emirates gateways:

Birmingham International Airport Edinburgh International Airport Glasgow International Airport

Experiences England’s many dynamic cities, historical sites, national parks and windswept beaches attract visitors in their droves. London is the obvious beacon, alive with vibrant neighbourhoods and different cultures, ancient monuments rubbing shoulders with modern architectural wonders, and a sensational arts and entertainment scene. But look to Oxford, Manchester, Liverpool, Bath, or York for other unique epicentres of local culture. With stunning scenery and sophisticated

cities, miles of untouched wilderness featuring ancient castles, deep lochs, towering mountains and remote islands, Scotland is the UK’s adventure capital. Wales has pretty countryside to spare, long coastal paths, castle adorned hills and valleys, sweeping sandy beaches and attractive resort towns. Families are spoilt for choice with theme parks such as LEGOLAND ® , Alton Towers, Thorpe Park and Chessington World of Adventures. Hogwarts fans shouldn’t miss London’s Harry Potter Studio Tour .

London Gatwick Airport London Heathrow Airport London Stansted Airport

Manchester International Airport Newcastle International Airport Distance from airport to city centre:

Birmingham: 10 kilometres Edinburgh: 14 Kilometres Glasgow: 11 kilometres

London Gatwick Airport: 48 kilometres London Heathrow Airport: 22 kilometres London Stansted Airport: 42 kilometres Manchester: 14 kilometres Newcastle: 9 kilometres Time zone: Summer: GMT +1 hour Winter: GMT

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Inverness

When to visit The UK tends to enjoy fairly fine summer months, cold, wet winters and fresh, sunny days in the autumn and spring. The British weather can be changeable so it’s always wise to carry an umbrella. The festive season is a magical time to visit and London’s New Year’s Eve fireworks rival some of the best in the world. Languages: English is the national language of the UK, with a small percentage of the Scottish and Irish population also speaking Gaelic. In Wales, around a fifth also speak Welsh, the official language there. Currency: British pound (GBP). Credit cards are widely accepted throughout the UK and ATMs are easily found.

Scotland

Fort William

NORTH SEA

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs N.P. Glasgow

Perth

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Northern Ireland

Newcastle

Lake District N.P.

England

York Manchester

Republic of Ireland

Birmingham

Snowdonia National Park

Wales

Cambridge Oxford

Stratford-upon-Avon Cardiff The Cotswolds AONB

Windsor Greenwich

Bath

London

Stonehenge

Canterbury

Dartmoor N.P.

ENGLISH CHANNEL

Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester

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