United Kingdom

The United Kingdom, also known as the UK, is a country located in northwestern Europe. Between 2017 and 2019, I did my fair share of telecommuting while my boyfriend studied in Oxford and I was living in Geneva (Switzerland).

From the bustling city of London to the lovely cottages spread around the UK countryside, this destination has a lot to offer.

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WELCOME TO THE United Kingdom!

Basic facts

Population: 69.8 million (as of 2025)
Currency: British pound sterling (GBP). Check the current exchange rate here.
Language: English.
Territories: the UK is made up of 4 different regions or nations (England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland).
Main cities: London (capital), Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow, Cardiff, Belfast.
Fun fact: did you know there is not a single point in Britain that is more than 75 miles away from a coastline?

Things to do

Visit the bustling capital city of London

Try fish and chips

If you´re a fan of Harry Potter´s movies, wander around Oxford to discover all the film locations

Explore the iconic Rock in Gibraltar, a British territory in southern Spain

Good to know when travelling to the UK

They drive on the left hand side of the road! Be careful if you’re used to doing it the other way around, especially when crossing the street.
It rains quite a lot in the UK, so always remember to take your umbrella with you. A warm cup of tea will be your best friend too.