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5 Reasons To Book A UK Staycation This Year

11th July 2022

It’s no surprise that the UK is an amazing place to visit and explore. With so many things to see and do, it’s easy to spend weeks exploring the country. But what if you only have a few days? Whether it’s due to work or family commitments, you may not have time to travel far from home but still want to see some of the UK’s most beautiful sights. That’s where staycations come in. A staycation is essentially a holiday that you take in your own country rather than abroad. Staying close to home has its benefits, read some of these below.

1. Explore your local area

One of the best things about UK holidays is that there’s always something new to discover. Whether it’s discovering a hidden gem or visiting somewhere you’ve been before but never explored properly, staying in your own country means you can get to know it like never before.

2. Save on travel time

One of the biggest benefits of booking a UK staycation instead of travelling abroad is saving travel time and inconvenience – especially if you’re planning on going by plane or train! Travelling aborad can lead to a significant amount of your holiday spent on the move, whilst staying at home also means less hassle without long layovers and customs checks.

3. Include the whole family

One of the biggest benefits of staying in the UK is that you can bring your dog along too. You won’t have to worry about kennels or boarding them while you’re away as they’ll be able to come too!

4. Become more eco-friendly

If you’re already taking actions to care for the planet and are keen to further cut down on your carbon emissions, then staying in the UK has an edge over flying abroad. You can still achieve a relaxing and restful getaway, without hopping on a plane.

5. Experience less stress

Traveling abroad can be stressful, especially so when travelling as a family with young children. Common worries include ensuring you have everyone’s passports, enough money in the right currency and car hire. Staycation make it easier to rest with comfortable familiarity around. Since you have less stress to worry about, you can fully enjoy the holiday, whatever activities you choose to fill it with.
With so many different benefits and amazing destinations to choose from, it’s easy to see why staycations are becoming more popular. By choosing to holiday in the UK, you can limit stress while still seeing some great sights. And whether you’re travelling with friends or family, a large group or as a couple, there is something for everyone. If you’re looking for the perfect getaway by the sea, we have a variety of luxury apartments for rent in the beautiful Lynmouth, discover more here.