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Loch Ness is the top UK destination people have never visited \u2013 but desperately want to, according to research. The mysterious lake topped a poll of 20 \u201cbucket list\u201d tourist attractions, followed by the Scottish Highlands, and the environmentally-focused Eden Project in Cornwall.<\/p>\n
The iconic White Cliffs of Dover in Kent, the picturesque Scottish Coastline, and London\u2019s Kew Gardens, were also popular \u201cwish list\u201d destinations.<\/p>\n
But the poll, of 2000 Brits, revealed 11 percent are stuck in a holiday rut, as 60 percent like familiarity, but 18 percent are unsure of where to go \u2013 and 13 percent are \u201cafraid to risk\u201d trying somewhere new.<\/p>\n
As a result, nearly a third (31 percent) of Southerners have never been to Scotland, with 29 percent of Northern residents never venturing as far south as Devon or Cornwall.<\/p>\n
The research was commissioned by London North Eastern Railway (LNER), which has teamed up with Visit Kent, Southeastern, St. Pancras International, and the King\u2019s Cross Neighbourhood, to launch an extended fourth version of its popular LNER Green Guide series.<\/p>\n
The latest version of the guide features environmentally-friendly traveller tips for people looking to discover the best of the south and east coasts of England and Scotland, with the guide focusing on Leeds, Aberdeen, Canterbury, Folkestone, and the King\u2019s Cross St. Pancras area \u2013 all \u201cunderdiscovered\u201d gems.<\/p>\n
David Horne, managing director for the brand, said: \u201cIn spite of the fact that three-quarters of us want a staycation this year, and millions of us want to do that as part of a wider sustainability commitment, it\u2019s clear that we just don\u2019t know where to start.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re visiting destinations on repeat, yet there are so many gems just waiting to be explored.\u201d<\/p>\n
The study also found half (49 percent) have three or more UK destinations on their bucket list \u2013 with Hadrian\u2019s Wall in Cumbria, Stonehenge in Salisbury, and London\u2019s Buckingham Palace, also featuring on the nation\u2019s list of places they\u2019d love to visit.<\/p>\n
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It emerged 43 percent have never visited the beautiful and historic town of Canterbury, while three in ten have never ventured to Leeds.<\/p>\n
But more than seven in ten (73 percent) of those, who are likely to visit areas of the UK they\u2019ve never seen before, are planning a trip within the next 12 months.<\/p>\n
The research, conducted via OnePoll, also found 21 percent have simply passed through England\u2019s capital \u2013 without taking the time to enjoy the rich nature, culture, and gastro opportunities London has to offer.<\/p>\n
In fact, 72 percent were unaware the cultural hotspots of the newly-developed Granary Square, and tranquillity of Regent\u2019s Canal, are within 10 minutes walking distance of London\u2019s King\u2019s Cross and St Pancras International stations.<\/p>\n
The research also found 37 percent feel it is important they stay somewhere that is environmentally-friendly, while almost half (48 percent) want to support places that source food locally.<\/p>\n
David Horne added: \u201cThis autumn, we\u2019re delighted to partner with other leading travel and tourism partners \u2013 to bring green travel inspiration to millions dreaming of staycations.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re lucky to live in a country with vibrant, diverse, and beautiful locations, all within easy reach by the most sustainable form of transport.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhether you\u2019re looking to explore sweeping scenery, historic landmarks, or cities buzzing with life, the possibilities are endless.\u201d<\/p>\n
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