18-Nights Britain and Ireland Explorer from $3,988

Bradford has much to offer – rolling hills and rugged moorlands with trails, the former home of literary greats, two UNESCO sites nearby, a city rich with a varied mix of languages and cultures, with something new around every corner. Bradford is also known as the Curry Capital of Britain, and boasts the best curry around. With a warm Yorkshire welcome, culture, history, festivals, food and drink, Bradford makes an enjoyable holiday destination for all ages.

Dominated by the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, this picturesque city offers shopping on Princes Street, the grandeur of the Royal Mile, St. Giles Cathedral and historic Palace of Holyrood House, where Queen Mary lived and many Scottish kings were wed. Or venture across the moors to marvel at the scenic Highlands.

As well as being a wonderful holiday destination the Highlands are home to a quarter of a million people living in communities spread throughout the area. From the vibrant city of Inverness to remote crofting communities and sparsely populated islands. What these communities do have in common and something that is particularly apparent to visitors is that they are all part of an area which is culturally distinct - influenced by our often violent history, a strong cultural heritage, and the gaelic language. The natural world is also different - the varied climate leads to a wide range of habitats and the relatively sparse population makes this the premier area in Britain, if not Europe for wildlife.