My very first "on my own" experience abroad, over 20 years ago, was to England and Scotland. I did not get to Wales or the Lake District and this was my chance, many journeys later, to see this beautiful area of the country with a Rick Steves' Best of England trip (click on link to see details).
So, grab your guide book - let's go...

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