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Scotland’s capital is filled with attractive landmarks, parks and gardens, and hosts cultural festivals that draw millions of visitors each year.

Explore dozens of elegant rooms, meander through manicured Victorian gardens and watch falcon flying demonstrations at this castle complex.

Explore dozens of elegant rooms, meander through manicured Victorian gardens and watch falcon flying demonstrations at this castle complex.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Bring your board to one of the best surfing spots in the country and attempt to ride the crashing Atlantic waves.

Gaze up at the iconic limestone cliffs rising from the North Sea in this lively town with a history of explorers.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Whitby’s hilltop church is known for its coastal views, varied architectural influences and sacred history, as well as the famous vampire who stalked the cemetery.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.

Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Combining old-world charm with modern surf chic, this unspoiled village is hugely popular with tourists, from watersports enthusiasts to walkers.

Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.

Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.

Medieval architecture, galleries, cultural centers, picturesque parks and a lively waterfront make this one of the most attractive cities in southwest England.

With its white-washed cottages and white-sand beaches, this seaside village is as pretty as a painting and a magnet for artists and artistic happenings.

Marvel at the picturesque terrain around the sheltered inlet harbor and learn about witchcraft, a vanished castle and devastating floods.

Wander through what Wordsworth described as the “loveliest spot that man hath ever found” to feel the stirring emotions of the Lake Poets.