GOING on holiday is something we all look forward to, but with rising prices across the board, wouldn’t it be great if you could go somewhere in the UK that looks abroad?
Think white sands and crystal clear waters – the UK is home to some great destinations that will make you feel as if you have jetted off somewhere.
So, let’s put it to the test – can you guess which of the following destinations are abroad and which are in the UK?
One image above shows Tresco Abbey Gardens on Tresco, in the Isles of Scilly and is noted to look more like a thriving tropical jungle than the UK.
The gardens – which first opened in the 1830s – are home to more than 20,000 plants, from 80 countries, sprawling across 17 acres.
Nestled in between the plants, you’ll also find hand-carved figures made from the wood of shipwrecked boats.
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The other image shows one of the forests found on La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain.
The forests are much-loved by tourists that are keen hikers, with multiple trails through them.
More specifically, Los Tilos Forest is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on the island and is one of the largest laurel forests in the Canary Islands.
Answer: The first image shows Tresco Abbey Gardens on Tresco, in the Isles of Scilly and the second image shows La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain.
One image shows Dartmouth in Devon, littered with Tudor-style houses that make it look as if it has been plucked from the Netherlands or a quaint German village.
The Dutch port-style harbour is home to The Butterwalk, which is a row of overhanging half-timbered Tudor buildings dating back to the 1630s – mimicking the buildings commonly seen in the Netherlands.
The town is home to plenty of independent shops and cafes to explore and to venture around the estuary the town sits on, make sure to hop on a river cruise.
The other image shows the historic houses in Celle, Germany.
The town in northern Germany sits on the banks of the River Aller and is around 25 miles from Hanover.
The town is home to one of the largest and most densely packed collections of half-timbered houses in Europe dating from the 16th to 18th centuries.
Answer: The first image shows Celle in Germany while the second image shows Dartmouth in Devon.
One image shows Portmeirion in Gwynedd in North Wales, which was built by architect Sir Clough William-Ellis to look like the Italian Riviera.
With pastel-coloured houses and a subtropical micro-climate, it really feels as if you could be in the Med.
The village has a central plaza and other European-style features include classical pillars and ornate domes.
Thanks to the micro-climate, you’ll also find exotic plants including palm trees.
Day tickets to Portmeirion cost around £20 per adult.
The other image shows the popular fishing village of Portofino on the Italian Riviera.
Known for its pastel-coloured houses, the village is cobbled throughout and boasts a number of designer stores and seafood restaurants.
To get to Portofino, jump on a ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure, Rapallo, Camogli or Genoa.
Answer: The first image shows Portmeirion in Gwynedd in North Wales, while the second image shows Portofino in Italy.
One image shows Blackpool Sands, which is one of the UK’s most picturesque beaches and when there you’ll find a beach bar that transports you to the Med.
Complete with straw umbrellas, the cafe and bar features natural materials throughout including wood and stone.
If you prefer to be on the sand, then eat outside at one of the tables that sit directly on the golden beach.
The other image shows a beach bar in Crete in Greece.
The Greek island is known to be a haven for holidaymakers with tonnes of resorts to choose from.
Answer: The first image shows a beach bar in Crete, Greece, while the second image shows the beach bar at Blackpool Sands in Devon.
One of these is Luskentyre Beach, which can be found on the Isle of Harris, in Scotland.
Well-known for its massive stretches of white sand and turquoise waters, it is easy to think that you are in the Caribbean instead.
The beach overlooks the island of Taransay and is a great spot to head off on walks.
There is a car park near the beach where you’ll also find toilets.
The other image shows Exuma Point Beach in The Bahamas.
Known for its shifting sandbars, the beach features white sand and crystal clear waters.
During low tide, you can even walk along a mile-long sandbar and spot starfish and conch shells.
If you are really lucky, you’ll spot baby nurse sharks and lemon sharks swimming in the shallow water.
Answer: The first image shows Exuma Point Beach in The Bahamas and the second image shows Luskentyre Beach in Scotland.
One of these images shows St Andrews Lakes in Halling, Kent, which is a huge outdoor attraction with bright turquoise waters found in a former quarry.
Looking like it is from elsewhere, visitors can head to the lakes for the day and enjoy an inland beach, floating lodges and a number of activities including Kent’s largest inflatable obstacle course.
If you really want to get into the holiday mode, there is a Nordic-inspired spa onsite with wood-fired saunas and hot tubs right by the lake.
When the family gets peckish, there is also an onsite pizzeria and cafe.
The other image is of Bercsenyi Beach in Balatonakarattya, Hungary.
The beach is one of the most popular and largest family-friendly beaches around Lake Balaton.
At the edge of the beach you’ll find lots of trees and when on the beach you can even have a go at sand volleyball.
For a bit more of adventure, you can also hire water bikes and kayaks.
Answer: the first image shows St Andrews Lakes in Halling, Kent and the second image shows Bercsenyi Beach in Balatonakarattya, Hungary.
One of these images is actually the newly-opened Nici hotel in Cornwall, which has a huge 20-metre indoor pool overlooking the coastline.
But for the true ‘abroad feeling’, head outside to the clifftop heated pool with views over the ocean and a vibrant poolside bar.
According to the hotel’s website, The Nici is “inspired by the sun-soaked glamour of the Amalfi Coast” and has the “indulgence of a Mediterranean escape”.
There’s even direct lift access from the hotel to the beach below.
Rooms at The Nici Newquay cost from £155 per night.
The other image shows Hotel Imperial Med’s bar in Santorini, Greece.
The hotel is only home to suites and sits on Aghia Paraskevi Beach.
Stays at the hotel cost from as little as £111 per night.
Answer: The first image shows Hotel Imperial Med’s bar in Santorini, Greece and the second shows The Nici, in Cornwall.
One picture shows a beach on Eilean Shona in the Inner Hebrides in Scotland.
Named Shoe Bay, to visit the beach you must be staying on the island – which has a number of different cottages and shepherd’s huts.
Shoe Bay sits at the west end of the island and boasts beautiful white sands and gentle, crystal clear waters.
There isn’t much to do across the island, but you can head on scenic walks and spot the local wildlife.
The other picture shows Fuvahmulah Island’s beach in the Maldives.
The coastline on the island is more rugged than other islands in the Maldives, with volcanic-like soil mixed with pebbles.
The island itself is small measuring only three-quarters of a mile wide by just under three miles long.
Answer: The first image shows Shoe Bay on Eilean Shona in Scotland while the second image shows Fuvahmulah Island’s beach in the Maldives.