If you are concerned, as many people are, about how the economic climate in the world is going to affect your holiday plans then staying in England could be the perfect choice. All the major cities of England provide a broad menu of things to see and do and with holiday rentals all over the place there is easily enough choice of destinations for every culture vulture to enjoy. Over the decades England has developed a reputation for some of the best theatre, music and arts in the world. This country is second to none when it comes to giving opportunities to experience the very best of these, so whether you want Turner in the Tate or Shakespeare in Stratford you will find what you're after. When you base yourself in holiday rentals in the centre of a town or city then all the cosmopolitan delights are on your doorstep. These delights include the delicious mix of food and drink that you would expect from such a rich ethnic melting pot. England houses a diversity of bars, restaurants and cafes which rival those of any international country so why go further afield? Though the cities of England are vibrant and exciting, if you want to see where the heart of the country truly belongs then you should head out to the countryside.

Try, for example, holiday rentals in the Cotswolds or the Lake District. These are just two of the hundreds of beautiful areas of countryside where you can sample a traditional village life that has remained essentially unchanged for years. Here you can greet the milkman in the morning as you breathe in the crisp fresh air, pop out for a paper and then relax with the aforementioned paper while enjoying a ploughman's lunch in a nearby country pub. Rural holiday rentals in the Peak District give visitors direct access to some of the most famous walks in Europe. Rain, snow or shine hardened hikers will be out there enjoying the views, which are indisputably breathtaking! If you venture further down the England shoreline you find come to the South Coast and further round still you will stumble upon Brighton where, if you're lucky with the weather, you can stroll along the pier or laze on the pebbly beach. Just over a short stretch of water lies the Isle of Wight which charms visitors with its mix of tea rooms and B&Bs available all year round and its mix of urban wealth at the infamous Cowes week! Keen golfers, surfers and sailors will all enjoy the West coast, Devon and Cornwall in particular. Here there are some of the best golf courses, golden sweeping beaches and water-sports on offer. Last but not least, take some time out in holiday rentals in Kent, the garden of England. You can enjoy the ale and the history and on a clear day you can sit on a green, rolling hill and see France!