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–by Sara Jane Crane[su_spacer size=”10″]<\/em><\/p>\n

There is a lot to love about London \u2013 it is one of the world\u2019s most established cities, deep-rooted in tradition, yet simultaneously evolving and forging forward. But beyond London\u2019s posh city streets, is a side of the United Kingdome where life slows down a bit; where city streets turn into winding paths, wide moors and windswept cliffs. And it is these places, like the Isle of Wight or Stratford-upon-Avon, that gave rise to legendary authors, artists, and architects, that the legendary game of golf was created and that beloved legends came to life.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s time to take the cobblestones less traveled\u2026. or to get off of the cobblestones altogether. Here are our top picks for the best places in the U.K. to discover.<\/p>\n

Cotswolds<\/h2>\n

Set out and explore the legendary Cotswolds\u2019 dramatic hills and sweeping meadows dotted with stately castles, honey-colored villages, and charming thatched-roof-cottages.<\/p>\n

\"Cotswalds<\/p>\n

Glenfinnan<\/h2>\n

All aboard to witness the spectacular scenery of the Scottish highland village of Glenfinnan. Have your cameras ready for the mountain-lined shore of Loch Shiel and the famous viaduct that carried the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films.<\/p>\n

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\"Glenfinnan<\/p>\n

Stratford-upon-Avon<\/h2>\n

William Shakespeare may be one of the most quoted English authors of all time, but travelers may be speechless standing in the Tudor-style birthplace and surprisingly modest grave site on the banks of the River Avon.<\/p>\n

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\"stratford<\/p>\n

Bath<\/h2>\n

First enjoyed by the Romans, then the dandies of 18th-century London, the curative mineral waters of Bath- and its spending Georgian architecture- remain a respite for today\u2019s traveler.<\/p>\n

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\"Bath<\/p>\n

Isle of Wight<\/h2>\n

Picture yourself a royal as you ferry from England\u2019s south coast to the yachter\u2019s playground of Isle of Wight. At Osborne House, Queen Victoria\u2019s palatial holiday home, you can tour her private apartments and frolic on her former bathing beach.<\/p>\n

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\"Oxford<\/p>\n

Oxford<\/h2>\n

Home to the famed university, Oxford has given rise to many elite scholars, including Albert Einstein, David Cameron and Rupert Murdoch. And, like any great college town, Oxford is home to many quintessential pubs. This is a destination where the present is shaped by the past and where work and play collide.<\/p>\n

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Contact an Acendas Travel Advisor<\/a> to plan your vacation to England!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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