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[jaypo]

Yep me too,this country does nothing to make me want to stay here for a holiday,when you go abroad and see what other countries do,there's no comparison

[CLKD]

Do U not think that tourists are taken for a ride abroad  .  What I object to here are the tourist charges, i.e. a % on B&B/Hotel accommodation for tourists.  Having said that, in Guernsey there are two rates for property: 1 for locals or families moving onto the Island who have 1 member raised there and another for incomers.  Properties have to be offered to locals first.

[DottyD68]

I think it depends where and when you go both in the UK and overseas, and also  want you want out of a holiday, so it's difficult to make a direct comparison in terms of cost. Holidays everywhere seem more expensive to me these days.

We don't have children so never plan to holiday anywhere during school holidays, not just because it's more expensive but because it's so much busier. I know many people don't have that choice.

I' think I'm unusual in that I'm not that fussed about a beache (or pool) holiday, although we discovered Northumberland earlier this year and it's a stunning coastline. There are lots of beautiful places in the UK the problem is the traffic and the popular places get rammed.

We are just back from another French road trip and it never ceases to amaze us how much space there is over there. It has it all ....cities, countryside, mountains, lakes, beaches.....and easy driving. Probably on a par costwise as the UK but without sitting on a motorway car park for part of the holiday. Well not until we get off the ferry in the UK  I love the ferry. You can sit in the bar or communal areas or disappear to the peace and quiet of your own cabin. But again the prices of ferries have shot up, like everything else.

We've travelled all over the world and I used to really love flying but now the whole airport experience puts me off. I hate being treated like cattle. Plus a seemingly "cheap flight" becomes less cheap once you factor in paying for luggage, an allocated seat, airport car parking, transfers the other side etc etc. Im not saying I wont fly, I just don't enjoy it like I used to and its always more expensive than it initially appears.

Anyway, wherever you all end up I hope you get a good deal, have safe travels and have a great time doing whatever you enjoy X

[CapriCapri]

When the weather is nice, I don't think you cant beat the UK.  But I always plan a Xmas trip to sunnier climes to keep me sane and well - SAD is a blight in my life and these mid-winter breaks help so much

[littleminnie]

Do U not think that tourists are taken for a ride abroad  .  What I object to here are the tourist charges, i.e. a % on B&B/Hotel accommodation for tourists.  Having said that, in Guernsey there are two rates for property: 1 for locals or families moving onto the Island who have 1 member raised there and another for incomers.  Properties have to be offered to locals first.

I think you are taken for a ride here more.  If you want somewhere with a pool in the summer, it’s mega money.

[jaypo]

When the weather is nice, I don't think you cant beat the UK.  But I always plan a Xmas trip to sunnier climes to keep me sane and well - SAD is a blight in my life and these mid-winter breaks help so much

That's our main holiday,over Xmas and new year,a cruise round the Canaries and Madeira,the weather is just perfect 

I agree LM,the effort they make abroad for tourists is second to none.
You must all come to Scotland,scenery is gorgeous and the welcome warm,especially on the islands,take midgie spray though 

[DottyD68]

Love Scotland though still lots of it to discover. My friend got married on the west coast on Thursday and her wedding photos on the beach in the sunshine are amazing.

[CLKD]

What we have in the UK is history - that can be seen.  Unlike much of France where the Revolution removed a lot of furniture etc. so the Chataaux are a bit bare  .  We went to Chinon to see where The Girl of Orleans met the Dauphane.  It was bare except for 1 chair  .  The Loire is lovely: we swam in clear water and the sand was SO hot we had to run into the water  .

What we have in the UK on fine days is a smaller version of mainland Europe.  Mountains; hills; water falls; rivers; beaches; historic buildings - always look upwards because roof tiles tell a lot ! - as do windows and those blanked over with bricks due to the window taxes.  Various languages as well as local dialects.  Well dressing in Derbyshire, we always 4get to go  .  Roman flooring on the Ilse of Wight under a fabULUS barn to protect it all.  Hadrian's Wall ....... I could go on 

I want to see the Italian Lakes B4 I die, try to get into the Chapel in Milan to see The Last Supper; not appreciated when I was there aged 18.  What we lack are acres of sunflowers ;-)

[CLKD]

Charente-Maritime - large earth quake in the region, 5.5-5.8.  I suppose that due to lack of foundations many buildings have been damaged 

[DottyD68]

I agree there are a lot of beautiful and historic places in the UK and plenty to do. I live in North Wales which is stunning and quite rightly attracts visitors from all over the country and world, although the A55 from a Friday to Sunday is rammed. Growing up my parents would never attempt to go anywhere during the holidays, especially a bank holiday. Maybe that has stuck with me and my dislike of sitting in traffic.

Nowhere is perfect. One of the differences I like between France and the UK is the size and space. The population of the UK is now the same as France.

As a cyclist it is far more enjoyable to cycle over there. Not only do most of the French drivers respect and even prioritise cyclists, the infrastructure (& space) focuses on providing safe bespoke roads and paths specifically for cyclists through both towns and countryside. It just makes it a far more  enjoyable and safe experience than in this country, having been knocked off twice here. Thats one of the the things I love about it.

This year we were impressed by the stained glass that was developed centuries ago in the town of Troyes and also in Bayeux saw the Bayeux tapestry based around events in the 11th century, along with seeing  William the conqueror's tomb. We saw more recent history in the Normandy museums relating to WW2. Last year we were amazed by the mushrooms grown the Troglodyte caves along the Loire due the the ambient temperatures in them. So much history in the Abbey Fontevraud which was originally built in the 12th century and experienced lots of change over the centuries. Just so much to see.

There are so many beautiful places in the world which we naturally appreciate more or less depending on our interests.

[CLKD]

I do wonder whether we have more history than any other Country?

[littleminnie]

I think we have more history than most but other countries have too.  Love Rome and all the history that has to offer.  The Vatican is amazing even if you aren’t religious.  Also loved Pompeii. 
Monte Carlo is also fantastic place to visit (expensive though  ).
As well as history I love beautiful beaches.

[jaypo]

My friend from Australia came and stayed with me a while back and I took her round Loch Ness and on to Fort William,she was literally crying at the beauty of the mountains and views etc,she was beside herself at all the castles lol
I'm not one for lying sunbathing but also not that interested in walking round ruins etc (sorry) but I do love to find out about the countries I visit,culture etc and like visiting non touristy spots and get a feel of how the locals really live

[CLKD]

Half a day on a beach is OK unless we have done the touristy bits in previous visits.  We often return to areas that we like to relax ....... Northumberland is FabULOUS!  It depends on the weather too as to how much we do.  I'm happy reading or watching 📺 if the weather is bad.

[CLKD]

 big article in yesterdays Times - about lack of staff in Europe after the pandemic means that some Hotels can't fulfil holiday bookings and cafes will need to cut down on how. many people and for how long they can serve.  So it ain't all Brexit ;-).

I going abroad I suggest taking plenty of tea-bags, marmite and Marigolds - "I'll wash up if you serve good food" ;-)