England
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 England has many different faces, enjoy a thriving city life, beautiful landscapes, old-fashioned culture, lovely beaches and rough mountains. For those looking for culture as well as a nightlife, London is at the top of every itinerary. In the north of England the cities of Liverpool, Manchester and Newcastle are lively places, York and Durham have splendid historical tresures, the landscape of the Lake District is magnificent. There are many more places worthy of a visit, Oxford, Canterbury, Salisbury, Bath and Bristol. There is so much history is this country, one trip is just not enough!
 London
London has the greatest concentration of major attractions in Britain which allows it to offer an amazing variety of places to visit. Whether you are a history buff, an art fanatic, a sports fan or a shopaholic, there is something to see and do in London for everyone. One of the best ways to view the city is to take an Open Top Bus Tour, these tours allow your group to visit your selected attractions with the convenience of the famous Double Decker Bus. Another great way to visit the city is to take a ride on the British Airways London Eye. The London Eye is the world's largest observation wheel, it offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London's most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes. You can combine your flight on the Eye with a 45 minute circular cruise on the Thames, the commentated tour takes you from the Houses of Parliament to the Tower of London and back to the London Eye. There are also many great side trips from London, including Windsor Castle, which is an official residence of The Queen and the largest inhabited castle in the world.
Sights to see in London: The London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard, Fortnum & Mason store, Royal Academy of Arts, Piccadilly Circus, Eros statue, The National Gallery, Nelson's Column & Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, Big Ben & The Houses of Parliament, London Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, The Tower of London and Westminster Abbey.
For more information about visiting London please see VisitLondon.com.
Chester
Encircled by 2 miles of Roman Walls, Chester is a rare blend of ancient, traditional and modern. Situated in the North Country, near the border of Wales, Chester is a British Heritage City. The surviving Roman grid pattern of streets, means that you can visit all the city's landmarks by foot! Chester is the UK's definition of where North meets South; the real, honest beauty of the North with all of the perceived sophistication of the big city South.
Sights to see in Chester: Roman Walls, Roman Amphitheatre, Chester Military Museum, Chester Cathedral, Grosvenor Park, ChesterBoat Tours, Chester Zoo, Blue Planet Aquarium, Stanley Palace, Town Crier Proclamation at the Cross, and much more!
Manchester
 Manchester, in England's North Country, is one of Britain's coolest cities. This once industrial city has reinvented itself as a truly contemporary metropolis. It is often cited as the world's first industrialised city, and elements of its industrial past can be seen as you travel through the city. It is this mix of old and new that gives the city its unique character. Of course, Manchester is also home to great sport. Enjoy a visit the the world-famous Old Trafford Stadium, the home of Manchester United. From the museums and galleries, to sports stadiums and music venues, there is something for everyone.
Sights to see in Manchester: Old Trafford Stadium, the Central Library (inspired by the Pantheon in Rome), the Royal Exchange Theatre, the Curry Mile, Manchester Art Gallery, Heaton Park, Manchester Cathedral, People's History Museum, and much more!
Liverpool
Whether you love art or sports, are a Beatles fan or a history buff, Liverpool is the place to visit. Located in England's North Country, the city's past as one of the world's greatest ports lives on in its distinctive look and unique atmosphere, while contemporary culture flourishes. Liverpool was named the European Capital of Culture in 2008. No soccer team should visit Liverpool without a trip to Anfield Stadium, home to Liverpool FC, one of the most famous Football Clubs in the world.
Sights to see in Liverpool: Albert Dock, Beatles Story, Merseyside Maritime Museum, Tate Gallery, Anfield Stadium, Sudley House, Liverpool Cathedral, Everton F.C., Sefton Park, and much more!
Lake District
A frequent stop for our teams traveling from England to Scotland, The Lake District is in the beautiful northwest corner of England. Narrow passes, soaring mountains, plunging waterfalls and lakes of every shape and size create a landscape which has inspired poets, writers and artists. But there is more to see then just scenery. You may want to take a boat trip on Lake Windermere, the largest natural freshwater lake in England or visit Dove Cottage in Grasmere where William Wordsworth lived and wrote some of his finest poetry.
Sights to see in The Lake District: Levens Hall & Gardens, Windermere Lake Cruises, Muncaster Experience, The Beacon, and much more!
 Oswestry
Oswestry is an ancient, but thriving, market town located in the North of Shropshire close to the English-Welsh border. Oswestry boasts the largest street market in the Borderlands, with more than its fair share of specialty shops, eateries and jostleling market stalls, showing what a truly vibrant market town should be. Oswestry is a fantastic starting point to explore the Welsh Mountains and to discover the delights of Lake Vyrnwy. The charm of the majestic castles of Powis, Chirk and Whittington, which form part of a chain of fortifications, are just down the road.
Sights to see in Oswestry: Oswestry Hillfort, Whittington Castle, Chirk Castle, Powis Castle, Shelf Bank, St. Oswald's Church, Llanymynech and much more!
York
York is one of the most fascinating cities to visit, a city layered with history, beauty and variety, Located in England's North Country, York is a compact walled riverside city and home to countless world-class attractions, museums and galleries. York has been the North's spiritual capital for 2000 years, it is central to Britains colorful history. It was the winner of the 2007 European Tourism City of the Year and is a British Heritage City.
Sights to see in York: York Minster, Castle Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre, Clifford's Tower, York Dungeon, Barley Hall, Spurriergate Centre, York Theatre Royal, and much more!
For more information about England, please see Visit Britain's website.
“The trip was outstanding for the team’s chemistry. Being able to experience another culture, play competitive matches and have fun the entire time is what we were looking for, and that is exactly what we got. The accommodations were good, and having access to a "soccer mind" tour guide was beneficial both on and off the field. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Murray. Being field level at Old Trafford to see Manchester United was an obvious highlight – an experience we still talk about."
--Alf Bilbao, Head Coach, Truman State University, England
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