The United Kingdom, made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, is an island nation in northwestern Europe. England, the birthplace of Shakespeare and The Beatles, has London as its capital, a center of economic and cultural influence worldwide. Also in England is the Neolithic site of Stonehenge, the Roman spa at Bath, and the centuries-old universities of Oxford and Cambridge.

The United Kingdom, with capitals like London, Belfast, Edinburgh and Cardiff, offers travelers a variety of history, culture and entertainment. Whether it's taking in city views of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace in London, shopping for fine fabrics in Edinburgh, or exploring moors and ancient castles by car in Northern Ireland and Wales, the UK offers something for every taste and style. . If you are a sports fan, have a pint of beer in a pub and enjoy football, tennis, golf, rugby and polo.