With the new year fast approaching we recommend the following 5 things to do if in the UK for the first time or actually live here.

Glastonbury Festival in the UK by Logan1138

1. Visit Wimbledon 2013

With the ever increasing popularity of tennis in the UK and the fact that we have the Olympic Champion Andy Murray performing amazingly this tournament promises to be amazing. Murray mound is located inside the grounds and you can watch the games without the need for tickets. Just expect to queue up when the big games are on. Definitely one of the events of 2013.

2. Watch a Premier League Football match. 

The English Premier League is probably the most exciting football league in the world and is home to some of the very best players.  Whilst premier league tickets are not very easy to find you can normally get to see a game for the lower teams in the league without problem. The biggest games of the season are between Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and now Manchester City. The stadiums we recommend are Anfield, Old Trafford and the Emirates, all of which hold more than 50,000 fans with Old Trafford having over 77,000 capacity.

3. Go Camping at Glastonbury 2013

With the Olympics taking place in 2012 the organisers of the largest festival in the world, Glastonbury decided to have a year off from the UK music festival scene. With this the demand to go in 2013 has been higher than ever. Artists such as Beyoncé, Stevie Wonder, Coldplay and Jay-Z have all played on the iconic Pyramid stage in the past couple of years and 2013 promises to be just as big. Camping typically starts on the Tuesday and the music starts on the main stages on the Friday. If you are around this part of the UK in June 2013 then get your camping gear ready and get to the Somerset countryside for this amazing festival.

4. Champions League Final Wembley 2013

The famous Wembley Stadium will be the place to be in North West London in May 2013 with around 90,000 fans cheering on the finalists of the Champions League. With teams such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United, AC Milan all fighting for a place this promises to be another fantastic and dramatic final. The English Football Association is 150 years old this year and therefore has been chosen for the final destination. With over 100 million

Wembley Stadium, England, UK by Richj1209

5. Watch a 6 Nations Rugby Match

The 6 Nations consist of England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Italy and France. All of these nations are passionate about rugby and play to win every game. All games are passionate and completely sold out. The highlight games are always the England vs France games and England v Ireland. With the choice of Twickenham, Murrayfield and the Millenium stadium you have the choice of 3 excellent stadiums to choose from.

Written by James, a writer for TicketVago.com, specialists in Premier League tickets and other major sporting events.

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The mistake so many people make is they spend a fortune on a family vacation each year. Chances are Spain and France are top of the list, this is a very expensive option. But what you may not realise is you can spend less money and have a fantastic vacation experience right here in the UK. Explore areas of the country you haven’t visited before. Have you been to Scotland? Have you visited the cobbled streets of Chester? Have you seen the magnificent manor houses in Northamptonshire?

Chester, England, UK by Christopher John SSF

Find A Place to Go

Whenever we planned our family vacations we would automatically head somewhere sunny. While this was a fantastic option when the UK was financially stable, after the recession the air tickets, accommodation and spending for an overseas holiday wasn’t an option.

We gave it some thought and realised that we didn’t know our own country. Actually I think I knew Paris and France better than I ever knew the UK. So we started looking for short-stay apartments Northampton. We found some good options where it was self catering, saving us money and we could drive there instead of fly, an even cheaper option.

Outdoors Experiences

I love the outdoors from adventure sports to hiking and bicycling and always thought I wouldn’t find these things in the UK. I was so wrong which I found out on our holiday to Northamptonshire. After finding some short-stay apartments Northampton, we started looking at outdoor activities in the area.

Once we had arrived and settled into our self catering apartment our outdoor adventure started. There was so much to choose from right on the doorstep from hang-gliding and white river rafting to hiking and horseback riding.

I knew there were places in the UK where you could walk or cycle, these are big activities here, but I didn’t realise there were fantastic adventure sports that I love, I even got to go rally car driving. It was a phenomenal experience and one not to be forgotten.

Northampton market, England, UK by G-Man

Explore the UK

You probably wonder how I could ever consider remaining in the UK a fantastic holiday. It’s always wet and grey here, the weather is unpredictable and I’m not going to go home with a sun tan. While I may not go home from my vacation all bronzed, I guarantee I will be relaxed, I would have had an outstanding holiday doing what I love and I will be back again for more.

If you ever want to find a holiday that isn’t overly expensive, that you can reach by car within a few short hours and enjoy a host of activities, then you may want to consider staying right here in the UK.

Northampton Guildhall, England, UK by Chris Nyborg

Plan Your Trip

The advantage with staying right here on home soil is that you can get away for a short weekend break or mid week break as and when you are in the mood. You can find fantastic short-stay apartments Northampton, pack your bags and get on the road and be there within a few short hours.

The internet is alive with information and you can find all the fun things to do in the area from visiting the famous Silverstone race track to playing golf at one of the golf courses or getting the family involved in a day of paint balling fun.

With so much to do and see right here in the UK, you get to explore all aspects of our country, from the sleepy villages to the bustling cities. Soak up the heritage at the museums or head off for a quiet picnic in the botanical gardens.

Short-stay apartments Northampton are an ideal choice when planning a holiday in the UK. You are central to all the fantastic outdoor activities, magnificent manor houses and museums, so you really can soak up some of this country’s history and culture.

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Stonehenge, UK by rupjones

There is a wide variety of accommodation options available across the UK and families are using all to embrace their UK holidays.

Camping

A return to camping by many families is providing a flexible and cheap holiday option. There are many benefits of planning a camping holiday for your family. Children love the freedom and adventure of camping, exploring the natural world around them, in a safe environment overseen by their parents. Most camping equipment can be easily hired or even purchased relatively cheaply, allowing you to enjoy multiple holidays with your purchases. Caravans, both tourers and statics, are a more luxurious alternative to a tent, and can be hired for weekend or week breaks.

Hotels and B&Bs

Up and down the length of the UK, a vast selection of hotels and Bed and Breakfast’s are available for holiday accommodation. Family friendly accommodation can be chosen, to ensure that you and your children get the most from your break. Staying in hotels and/or Bed and Breakfast’s may mean that you have the option of moving to a number of locations and different accommodations during your holiday, exploring a number of areas of the UK.

Self-catering

Self-catering cottages are a great option for families offering all the convenience of home-from-home comforts, whilst allowing you access to explore a new part of the UK. Cottages can be selected based upon your specific needs, from proximity to the local shops, or the need for a washing machine, there is bound to be a property available to meet your families’ specific requirements, easily identifiable using online search engines.

Not only is the accommodation possibly cheaper within the UK, but you will avoid the expensive cost of travel by choosing a UK holiday. Flights and ferries can add a huge extra cost to your holiday, which is easily avoidable. The other benefit about holidaying in the UK is that your day-to-day costs can be kept to the minimum of your usual weekly spend if you require.
With all the accommodation options available, holidaying in the UK is a cost-effective a viable option for any family.

Dylan Glover looks at ways to enjoy holidaying on a budget, often writing articles on behalf of Analytix Marketing Limited

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