Hotels in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom is a country located on the North-West Coast of Europe. The United Kingdom is composed of Great Britain (comprising England, Wale and Scotland) and the Northern Part of the Irish Island. Britain is always used to describe the entire United Kingdom. The capital of the United Kingdom is London. London is one of the world's leading commercial, financial and cultural centres. Other cities in the United Kingdom are Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Belfast, Glasgow and Cardiff.

The origin of the United Kingdom can be seen at the time of the Anglo-Saxon King, Athelstan in the early 10th century. The Anglo-Saxon King, Athelstan gets the assurance of loyalty from the Celtic Empire. He became the first king to reign in the United Kingdom. Wales is a Celtic conglomerate empire located in the southwest of Great Britain officially united with England by the Unions Act 1536 and 1542. Scotland is ruled from London since 1603 and officially united with England and Wales in 1707 to form the United Kingdom of Great Britain. The British word was used at that time to refer to all the United Kingdom population. Ireland became a colony of the United Kingdom in 1600 and officially united with Great Britain under the Unity Act 1800. The Irish Islands gained their independence in 1922. The relationship between the country's constituent and England led to a controversy, rebellion and the war. This tension subsided in the 20th century when rallies were introduced in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. However, relations between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland continued to last until the 21st century despite the introduction of a shared power rally.

The United Kingdom has a significant impact on world economic status, especially in technology and industry. Since World War II, the United Kingdom has become famous for exporting literary, cultural, theatre, movie, television and popular music materials locally.

English is a language spoken throughout the United Kingdom although there are some parts of large cities with many foreign immigrants using various languages. Welsh languages ​​are also widely used in Wales especially in the Northern and Western parts. However, English is still used in Wales. Most road sign directions are bilingual. Scottish Gaelic is used in Scotland. However, there are only 60,000 users nowadays. Irish is also used in some areas of Northern Ireland.

The United Kingdom has various range of weather. The United Kingdom has a humid climate caused by the North Atlantic flows and its proximity to the sea. The summer and even the modest winters allow you to make any outdoor activities throughout the year. The weather in the United Kingdom is changing and it is usually windy and wet. Rain in the United Kingdom is usually only for 2 or 3 hours. During summer, the temperatures can reach 30 degrees Celsius while temperatures can reach 10 degrees Celsius in South Britain and -2 degrees Celsius in Scotland.

There is a variety of foods available in the United Kingdom. Famous food in the United Kingdom is like fish and chips, grilled meat and Yorkshire pudding.

How to Get There

By Flight

The main airport in the United Kingdom is Heathrow Airport located in London. If you are from Singapore, you can take a flight from Changi Airport (SIN) to Heathrow Airport. Various airlines that offer flights to Heathrow Airport either direct flights or transit. You can take Singapore Airlines or British Airways flights to the United Kingdom. Only Singapore Airlines, Qantas, Norwegian UK and British Airways make direct flights to the United Kingdom. Flights from Singapore to the United Kingdom will take up to 13 hours and 55 minutes. Flight ticket price for the United Kingdom starts from SGD700.

Apart from Heathrow Airport, there is also a large airport located in the outskirts of London such as the Manchester Airport. It is located in northern England and is the largest airport outside of London; Birmingham Airport which is ranked as the 7th largest airport outside of London; Liverpool Airport which is located in Northwest England and has been identified as a fast-growth airport in the     United Kingdom.

What to Do There

If you are in Britain, there are various places that you can visit such as Big Ben in London. You can see the beauty of architecture, historic sites, palaces and world heritage sites in Britain.

Big Ben

Big Ben is located in the North of Westminster Castle in London. The official name of Big Ben is the Clock Tower, However, in 2012 the name has been changed to Elizabeth Tower. This tower was designed by Augustus Pugin. The tower's construction was completed in 1859. This clock tower is the largest clock tower in the world. The tower is 96 meters high. Three hundred thirty-four steps should be taken from the bottom of the tower to upwards. Big Ben's bell is 13.7 tons in weight. It is the largest bells in the United Kingdom for 23 years.

River Thames

The Thames River is a river flowing from South England. You can enjoy the beauty of the night here by looking at London city. While you are here, there is a London Ferris wheel. It is the tallest Ferris wheel on the continent of Europe. The London Eye structure is as high as 135 meters and the diameter of the wheel is 120 meters. The London Eye offers stunning views of London city.

Stonehenge

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. There is a stone circle standing 13 feet high and 7 feet wide. The weight of the stone is about 25 tons. Stonehenge is built in 3000 years before the century. Stonehenge is also one of the most famous places in the United Kingdom. It is also considered as a British cultural icon.

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the home and administrative headquarters of the United Kingdom. It is located in the town of Westminster. The palace is always used for royal events. Formerly, Buckingham Palace is known as Buckingham House; it is a home built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703.

Alnwick Castle

Alnwick Castle is located in Northumberland. You will want to come here if you are a fan of the Harry Potter movie. Most of the area here is used for the filming. The Alnwick Castle has a unique architecture. Explore the atmosphere here, and you will feel like you are in an ancient time.

The Lake District

The Lake District is located in a hilly area in North-Western England, having located entirely within the county of Cumbria. This place is a popular destination because of its lakes and mountains, making it a popular holiday destination. The Lake District is also recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The National Park here is established in 1951 and covers an area of 2,362 square kilometres.

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is one of the most exciting destinations to visit in Britain. This Windsor Castle is located in Berkshire. It is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, being notable for its long association with the English and later British royal family as well as its architecture. It has been around since the 11th century which was designed to protect the Norman dominance around the outskirts of London.

Where to Stay?

The Trafalgar St. James London, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Trafalgar St. James London, Curio Collection by Hilton is located in the City of Westminster, is easily found from the Trafalgar Square. This hotel is situated 45 minutes away from Heathrow Airport. This hotel offers a top class and very quality accommodation in the city of Westminster. All of the rooms are well equipped with luxurious amenities such as flat-screen television with cable channels, a coffee or tea maker, a minibar which will be stocked with some free items, premium bedding, bathrobes, slippers and a private bathroom. Besides that, the rooms are fully air-conditioned, and the hotel has provided sofa beds, and the guests can request extra beds or infant beds.

Moreover, the guests can enjoy free international calls, a free Wi-Fi and a free weekday newspaper. The hotel has always kept the rooms clean since they offer a daily housekeeping service. For those want to keep fit, there is a fitness centre available in this hotel. After a long day trip to a few places around London, the guests can relax their mind and body at the spa centre.

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London can be found in the vicinity of Lambeth, London, which is not too far off the London Eye. This hotel has an exquisite layout with separate bedroom, living room and dining area, with the beddings of memory foam bed and Egyptian cotton linens as well as the sofa beds being provided generously. Connecting rooms are available upon request. As for the facilities and services, there are spa and steam room for relaxation as well as business centres and meeting facilities for business travellers.

Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel

For those who want to stay in a hostel rather than a hotel, the ideal choice would be to stay at Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel. It is a perfect accommodation for lone travellers on a tight budget and also for those who want to explore the area pretty easily. The guests can freely use a few facilities that provided by the hostel.  Every room in this hostel is equipped with some useful amenities for living such as a hairdryer, a safety box and shared bathrooms. There will be a receptionist to handle the process of check-in and out of the rooms. They are also available to help the guests in case if the guests need any assistance from them. There is a television lounge and also breakfast provided with some surcharge.