Brits accept they know very little about their place

Thursday, December 31, 2020

A recent study has unveiled six in ten believe that the UK is a thrilling destination for holiday but even more than 63% agree of knowing very little about this place.

With plans of traveling in 2021 still unsure, an exclusive survey by Original Cottages, the national holiday cottage company with locals have disclosed the way 22% of Brits are keen to enjoy unique holiday experiences but a third are not interested to trying something new because of lack of excitement, inspiration and cost.

When it comes to top holiday requirements, dining out take the place in the list of, followed by tourist attractions, an increasing number, 27% avail options for walking and hiking.

However, lack of knowledge of the wonders on our doorsteps has made the specialists disclosing a top ten list of ‘Discoveries on our Doorstep’, from Husky riding in Yorkshire, scuba diving off the Great Chalk Reef in Norfolk and witnessing the Northern Lights in Northumberland.

However, there are lots to discover as 32% of Brits didn’t hear any of the attractions on the list.

“There are so many wonderful and once in a lifetime experiences right here in the UK, and it’s time to start giving them the recognition they deserve,” said Original Cottages’ Sonia Holman.

“The ‘Discoveries on our Doorstep’ list provides fantastic inspiration for all our guests looking for unique holiday experiences.”

1. Scuba diving, Norfolk – You can get your PADI certificate, and the gorgeous views won’t let you down. There are more than 300 shipwrecks off the Norfolk coast that divers can discover. There are chalk gullies just off Cromer and Sheringham.
2. Husky sledding, Yorkshire – For adventure lovers wanting to feel the wind in their hair, the team of Siberian Huskies will take you on an exciting journey.
3. Spotting the Northern Lights, Northumberland – Explore the Northumberland Coast and, with the right kind of weather conditions, you might be just fortunate enough to see the spectacular Aurora Borealis.

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