Destination: BRITAIN
Things To Know Britain Explained A Diverse Unity Village Greens and Seaside From Oxford to the Lakes Wild Wales North to the Highlands Seeing the Country The Taste of Britain Protected by Sea	Seeing the Country Britain's essence lies in its diversity and in the hidden corners between the most popular places. Traveling independently by train or bus is one way to explore off the beaten track, but you will need to plan carefully. Britain's long-distance bus network is generally good, but away from major cities and main roads service can vary greatly. Organized bus tours, on the other hand, will whisk you efficiently to all the major tourist sights. Traveling by car is another option; Britain is so diverse that you can drive for a few hours on a main highway and then veer off onto quieter byways. London is a year-round destination, but outside the main summer season and major vacation periods, Britain's hidden corners are extremely quiet. May and June are good months to visit - the freshness of early June is invigorating in England's upland areas, northern Wales and the Scottish Highlands. Winter is another story, of course, but even in December and January Britain's larger cities are vibrant; London, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh and Glasgow all pulse with British fashion and style. Great classical music can be savored year-round in London, Manchester and Edinburgh. Attend world-class theater in Cardiff and Glasgow. Outstanding choirs fill England's cathedrals with truly heavenly music, and the open-air performances by Welsh and Cornish choirs are enchanting. Join the singing customers or listen to folk music at a neighborhood pub, or discover a colorful local festival or time-honored custom in a Devonshire hamlet or Yorkshire town.	COUNTRY Introduction Things To Know Survival Guide TimeLine Essential Info REGION CITIES London Edinburgh Oxford York MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK