UK travel advice

Explore our complete guide to UK with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the UK.

UK travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the UK with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

UK - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left

Why visit the UK?

Considering a holiday to the the UK? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2024/2025 escape.

  • Culture vultures
    Culture
  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature
  • Night owls - nightlife
    Nightlife

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UK weather

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The UK weather guide shows long term monthly averages for London.

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UK travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the UK from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the UK.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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UK travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the UK with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the UK, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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UK covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the UK with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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UK travel features

Do you want to learn more about the UK? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the UK.

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UK FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the UK including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to the UK due to Covid-19?

UK is open for tourism.

Check out National Health Service, United Kingdom for more information.

What is the time difference between the UK and the UK?

The time difference between the UK and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the UK?

The main language spoken in the UK is English.

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What is the currency in the UK?

The currency in the UK is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in the UK?

UK uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the UK?

They drive on the left side of the road in the UK.

Find out more about driving in UK with International Drivers Association*.

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