Travel to the UK from Australia is on the rise

A booming British summer is forecast to extend into autumn this year and whilst the temperature might begin to dip, travel to the UK from Australia is on the rise.

Since Australian travel restrictions lifted, the recovery rate for travel to the UK has been extraordinary with bookings exceeding 2019 levels and arrivals reaching 80% of pre-COVID levels as of 25 July 2022. VisitBritain’s latest Inbound Sentiment Tracker reflects this pent-up demand for travel, with 59% of Australians surveyed expressing keen interest to take an international leisure trip in the next 12 months and Britain remains the top holiday destination choice for Australian travellers.

Cornwall Cameo in House of the Dragon:

Not shy of the limelight, Cornwall is back on the big screen and this time offering its sublime coastline for the highly anticipated Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon. Cornwall was one of the main filming locations for the new series, which premiered this month and it’s no surprise to see why. Some of destination’s iconic landmarks make an appearance, including the tidal island of St. Michael’s Mount, pristine Holywell Bay Beach and perhaps one of Cornwall’s most photographed and painted locations, Kynance Cove.

Cornwall now calling? Go beyond the screens and discover all of the county’s charm and one-of-a-kind experiences in our destination guide below.

Eurovision’s Shortlisted Seven:

The 67th Eurovision Song Contest will take to the stage in the UK next year with Britain hosting on behalf of Ukraine. Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Sheffield have recently been announced as the seven shortlisted cities in the running to play host to the world-famous song contest in May 2023. Alongside its hosting duties, the winning city will look to reflect Ukrainian culture, music and communities as well as celebrate the diverse offerings of British music and creativity. The selection of the Host City will be decided by the BBC in conjunction with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and will be announced this autumn in the UK, so watch this space.

What’s New in Britain’s Dining Scene:

This summer Britain’s temperatures soared to unprecedented levels and so did the nation’s food scene. From the aroma of Soho’s char-grills using centuries-old techniques to coal-sizzled sardines in Glasgow and Japanese-inspired plates in Cardiff and Manchester, Britain’s newest restaurants have something for all tastes. Hungry for more? Be sure to check out our latest Taste Update in our story highlights below for the latest on the best of Britain’s food and drink scene.

Savour the Last Days of British Summer:

Whilst the days may be getting shorter, there’s still time to relish Britain’s balmy summer air in more ways than one. Tantalise your senses with freshly caught seafood alongside the soothing sounds of the sea whilst dining at one of Britain’s Best Restaurants with Sea Views. Afterwards, stretch your legs by the shore and get your artistic fix whilst discovering some of the Top Art and Design Along Britain’s Coast.