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With this April being the wettest on record, many Brits were left counting the days until their Summer vacation. However with the poor weather set to continue till the end of May, many holidaymakers are booking an extra trip for the 4 day weekend in June, in order to escape the weather. Booking a trip abroad could be too expensive for some and therefore domestic tourism is still set for an increase over the 4 day weekend, yet the severity of the weather is likely to effect the size of this increase. Below are some of the destinations likely to be popular at home and abroad during the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations and some of the main reasons for their popularity. Faro / The Algarve, Portugal The Algarve region in Portugal, of which Faro is the capital, experiences the most favourable weather in Portugal as it is the country's most southerly area and this means that if offers temperatures in the mid teens for the majority of the year. As the Algarve is situated on the coast the beaches are one of the key attractions in the area, however being a coastal resort also provides the area with another benefit - seafood. Seafood is extremely popular in the Algarve and can be found in restaurants in the harbour throughout Faro, food lovers can also enjoy typical Mediterranean dishes in these restaurants and are able to try all aspects of authentic Portuguese cuisine. Visitors seeking to experience traditional Portuguese lifestyle and culture should visit Faro's old town, which many describe as a typical traditional Portuguese town. This is largely a result of the architecture, with buildings built in traditional Mediterranean style and cobbled streets around every corner. Another appeal to Faro lies within its traditionalism, as it is not as popular with tourists as many Spanish resorts the culture and lifestyle has remained largely unaltered by the invasion of tourists. This also means that locals are more welcoming in the Algarve than they are in other popular tourist destinations. Scotland Although it may not offer warm weather and glorious sunshine, Scotland's appeal lies within its diversity as visiting its various destinations can lead to a truly unique vacation. Heading North into the Shetland Islands and Outer Hebrides allows you to experience an exciting blend of Scottish culture with weather and wildlife more akin to Scandinavia and Iceland. Visiting Loch Ness is always popular amongst visitors to Scotland who visit in the hope of spotting the infamous creature, which generates excitement in visitors of all ages. Whilst Edinburgh offers the opportunity to experience traditional Scottish culture and learn about the history of the highland nation, heading to the city allows you to visit several museums, castles and other historical sites. Edinburgh is also the perfect place to soak up some Scottish culture, restaurants offer the chance to try some Haggis and wash it down with Scottish favourite, Irn Bru. South Wales South Wales is extremely popular amongst UK tourists, with a total of 9.7 million overnight trips made by domestic tourists last year during which these visitors spent £1.7 billion. Like Scotland, South Wales offers vastly different experiences to visitors who can experience modern city life and discover Welsh history by visiting Cardiff and its museums. However travelling to the coastline and countryside is often more popular among visitors as it allows them to experience the stunning nature that Wales has to offer. The region boasts two national parks that draw nature lovers from the UK and beyond, whilst the Pembrokeshire coast offers some of the UK's finest beaches. Where hotel stays are most popular in the city, camping and caravan parks are more popular in the country or seaside, with visitors often taking advantage of the many caravans in Wales for sale or hire. Majorca, Spain This Balearic Island has been extremely popular amongst UK tourists for several decades and subsequently many beach resorts have become increasingly more tailored towards the tastes of British visitors. The appeal of this is that you are able to take a guaranteed sunshine break without experiencing a vast culture shock and this makes the holiday seem far more relaxing. The weather is often a key reason for many tourists visiting Majorca as they enjoy relaxing on the beach and by the pool, however Majorca does have more to offer. Unknown to many visitors, Majorca relies heavily on farming and inhabitants have impressive agricultural and rural lifestyles which can be experienced by staying in one of the countryside hotels on offer. The Serra de Tramuntana mountain range is visually impressive and equally impressive are the techniques developed by farmers over several centuries to successfully cultivate growth on the very steep slopes of the mountains. This had led to the range becoming a world heritage site and is worth visiting in order experience a different side to Majorca.
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