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Although 2023 was not a record year for UK tourism, it was certainly a step in the right direction, with visitor numbers just below those of 2019.
And it seems American travelers love visiting Britain – a recent report showed that American tourists are among the most important tourists for the country, with a 28% increase in spending for 2023 compared to 2019.
So, what are the best destinations in Britain? And why? Here’s what’s happening in 2024 in some of the country’s most iconic places that might help sway you.
London
A trip to Great Britain is not complete without a visit to London; It is not without reason that it is the third most visited city in the world.
Of course, there are many timeless reasons why you could enjoy the city, including iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace and popular annual events such as the Chelsea Flower Show or Notting Hill Carnival.
But 2024 will have plenty of unique draws that make London essential, such as the opening of highly anticipated luxury hotels such as Park Hyatt London River Thames and Mandarin Oriental Mayfair.
In 2024, you can experience a newly opened shopping arcade, Battersea Power Station, and get a new 360 degree view of the city in Lift 109, or celebrate the renaissance of one of the world’s most famous toys on its 65th anniversary. birthday at Barbie: the exhibition at the Design Museum.
And if that’s not enough, fans of one of Ireland’s most famous exports can get an authentic taste of it in London later in 2024, when Guinness opens a new microbrewery and kitchen in Covent Garden.
If there are a large number of European cities that you absolutely should not visit in 2024 due to major events or overtourism, London’s appeal will only increase.
Edinburgh
This city of great history and culture will be even easier for Americans to fly to in 2024, while its beautiful streets are just as enchanting in winter as they are in summer.
The Scottish National Gallery has been renovated and will open to visitors in 2024, while the city added a new Michelin-starred restaurant in the form of Timberyard last year.
One of the best ways to enjoy a stay in Edinburgh in 2024 is at the highly anticipated luxury hotel 100 Princes Street, which should open in the spring.
Liverpool
Visitors to one of Britain’s most historic and cultural cities will be treated to the opening of a new Boxpark in the city in 2024 – a stylish venue for street food, bars, live events and art previously only seen in London used to be.
You can experience the country’s largest free celebrations of African music and culture, Africa Oye, when it takes place in Liverpool in the summer.
2024 will also be a big year for Liverpool’s most famous sons, the Beatles.
They will be 60 in Julye anniversary of their album release A well-earned rest.
This means that the already fantastic Liverpool Beatles Museum will have a host of additional artefacts and treasures as part of a festive temporary exhibition this summer.
Brighton
One of Britain’s most popular seaside towns, Brighton combines the delights of a traditional, historic seaside resort with a trendy atmosphere created thanks to the arrival of many young people from London.
The city is easy to reach as it is only a 30-minute train ride from London Gatwick Airport, with more flights from the US expected to connect here in 2024.
Brighton is home to the country’s biggest pride party, taking place in early August 2024.
Another reason to visit in 2024 is that England’s National Gallery will be lending some of the finest works of art by artists such as Rembrandt and Renoir to other museums across the country to celebrate its 200th anniversary.e anniversary, and one of the beneficiaries will be the Brighton Museum and Art Gallery.
Birmingham
The UK’s second largest city has recently hosted major events such as the 2022 Commonwealth Games, so a lot of money has been spent on improving the city center and transport links.
You can enjoy luxury shopping at the Bull Ring, great restaurants and nightlife in the Mailbox, or end-of-year festivities at Frankfurt’s famous Christmas Market.
One of Birmingham’s (and the UK’s) most iconic brands, Cadbury, is celebrating its 200th anniversary.e anniversary in 2024.
The chocolate maker will host a host of special events throughout the year at family-friendly attraction Cadbury World in Bourneville, in the south of the city.
Skye
If you want to experience the best nature that Britain has to offer, head north to Scotland and the beautiful Isle of Skye.
Easily accessible by road, this remote island is home to many hugely popular annual events, including the Isle of Skye Highland Games and the Skye Live Festival.
The island is a wonderland for solo travelers, whether they are hikers coming to admire the incredible scenery, or less active travelers wanting to sample the delicious food and drink of cute towns like Portree.
I dare say Skye was my favorite place I visited in 2023, so I think I’ll be going back again in 2024.
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