TOP 10 SECRET UK STAYCATIONS…
…THAT COULD BE OVERSEAS!
With thousands of us now searching for a U.K. getaway it’s certainly best to steer clear of the obvious British holiday hotspots and avoid the ‘Staycation Stampede’.
Also for those of us who would still prefer an overseas experience but the 2 week quarantine on entering the UK upon return, makes it impossible to leave, well we have a Top 10 list of lesser known places that also resemble similar locations that could be further afield!
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West Voe, Shetlands, Scotland:
The quietest getaway is likely to be West Voe in Scotland! This gorgeous town is certain to make you feel like you’re on a Finnish beach – specifically Yyteri Beach in Pori!
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Observatory Gully, Ben Nevis, Scottish Highlands:
The most peaceful staycation in the UK, ensuring an isolated but adventurous weekend away; similar to Mont Blanc in the Alps.
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Elegug Stacks, Pembrokeshire, Wales:
If the weather is right these clifftops highly resemble Nusa Penida in Bali.
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High Force, Durham, England:
High Force in Durham is surprisingly unknown to Brits. This beautiful 70-foot waterfall is surrounded by natural beauty and mirrors Nauyaca Waterfalls in Costa Rica!
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Langamull Beach, Isle of Mull, Scotland:
The jaw-dropping beach is one of Mull’s best kept secrets and holds strong similarities to Crane beach in Barbados!
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Norfolk Lavender Fields, England:
Norfolk’s lavender fields are highly recommended by travel bloggers but have low interest from Brits. The 100 acres of lavender resemble the lavender fields in Provence, France.
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Mealt Falls, Skye, Scotland:
The 55-meter free dropping Mealt Falls is slightly more popular, but still likely to be a quiet getaway! This clifftop is a duplicate of Háifoss Waterfall in Iceland.
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Bidean nam Bian, Scotland:
This complex Scottish mountain resembles peaks on the Himalayas! It is an 8-9-hour walk, it is certain to be a desolate trip.
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Cockington Village, England:
Cockington Village in Devon is a fun-filled day out which offers a good atmosphere and picturesque scenery. This small village is very similar to the Southern French village of Veules-les-Roses.
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Sgwd yr Eira, Brecon Beacons, Wales:
Sgwd yr Eira is part of Brecon Waterfall Walk in Wales, on route you can also visit three others on the ‘Four Falls Walk’ which is described as an unforgettable experience. Sgwd yr Eira mirrors Mae Tad waterfall in Chiang Mai, Thailand!
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