Whilst most tourists generally chose to stay in the coastal resorts, there are an increasing number of visitors who might consider staying in small privately owned villas or with local families. This presents a number of advantages, both for the tourists and local hosts but requires a certain amount of planning and local information.

Luxury fractional ownership allows you to own a vacation home in a location of your choice without having to worry about repairs and upkeep. What's more, rather than paying the full price for a second home you only pay for the weeks that you will stay there. This new type of vacation home ownership is starting to become more popular as busy professionals and discerning families search for a better way to spend their vacation time. At the same time, it's more comfortable than living out of your suitcase in luxury hotels.

Perched on the banks of the River Soar and edging the English National Forest, Leicester is a thriving, progressive city with a vibrant immigrant population.

Known as "London by the Sea", Brighton is one of the UK's largest and most famous seaside resorts.