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Dream UK holiday destinations that look just like stunning international hotspots

Many Brits feel unsafe travelling abroad during the Covid-19 pandemic, but there are plenty of staycation holiday spots that look a lot like just like the most Instagramable overseas destinations

The year has only just begun, but many of us are already planning to get away for a while and have a restful holiday.

Unfortunately, the pandemic rages on and so Covid restrictions mean holidays abroad are more expensive and trickier to plan than in previous years.

And, many of us dont feel safe hopping on planes or large trains to get away.

Luckily, there are plenty of UK destinations that look just like some of the most popular international hot spots.

The team at Busuu has researched the top UK destinations that have an international lookalike to satisfy the wanderlust of budding travellers.

[St Michael's Mount, Marazion, Cornwall, England, UK.]

St Michael's Mount, Marazion, Cornwall, England, UK.(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

From the tranquil Kyoto Garden in central London to the vast and luscious Dalby forest in North Yorkshire, its easy to imagine being half way across the globe in some of the worlds most picturesque locations.

Senior English Learning Designer at Busuu, Hannah Morris, said: There is so much natural beauty in the United Kingdom. You just need to know where to look.

The similarity between some of these destinations is uncanny and with all the uncertainty around travel at the moment, theres no better time to explore our beautiful island.

Check out their selection below:

St Michaels Mount, Cornwall - Mont Saint-Michel, France

[St Michaels Mount, Cornwall ]

St Michaels Mount, Cornwall (Image: Adam Gerrard / Daily Mirror)

[Mont Saint-Michel, France]

Mont Saint-Michel, France(Image: Getty Images)

St Michael's Mount shares many similarities to its French counterpart, Mont Saint-Michel, in Normandy.

Both fairytale castles sit atop small islands and exude an other-worldly sense of majesty.

Kyoto Gardens, London - Tokyo, Japan

[Holland park London]

Holland park London(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

[ Japanese Garden, Kawaguchi Lake ]

Japanese Garden, Kawaguchi Lake (Image: Getty Images)

The Kyoto Garden, a part of Holland Park, represents Britain's long standing friendship with Japan.

Then the Fukushima Garden, also located in Holland Park, was a gift for Britain's contribution during Japans 2011 climate disaster.

Located on the western edge of Central London, these gardens are easily accessible via public transport, and would be a great place to visit on the weekend, or even on an extended lunch break.

Bodiam Castle, Robertsbridge - Chteau de Montbrun, France

[Bodiam Castle]

Bodiam Castle(Image: Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

[Chteau de Montbrun, France]

Chteau de Montbrun, France(Image: Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

Closely resembling the Chteau de Montbrun, the Bodiam Castle in East Sussex is surrounded by an impressive moat and tall battlements.

The 14th-century castle is owned by The National Trust and is free to visit on weekdays.

Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire - Black Forest, Germany

[Dalby forest, Yorkshire ]

Dalby forest, Yorkshire (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

[The Black Forest at Freiburg]

The Black Forest at Freiburg(Image: Getty Images)

From a birds eye view, Dalby Forest, this extensive collection of Yorkshire trees, appears to be the doppelganger of the Black Forest in Germany which is often associated with the Brother Grimm fairy tales.

With over 8000 acres of woodland, its easy to get lost, so its best to stick to the trails!

Giants Causeway, Northern Ireland - Ganh Da Dia, Vietnam

[ Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland]

Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland(Image: Getty Images)

[Ganh Da Dia, Vietnam]

Ganh Da Dia, Vietnam(Image: Getty Images)

Millions of years ago, lava flow formed these perfect basalt stones in Northern Ireland, giving the appearance of human intervention.

This type of formation can be found in many places across the globe, including in Vietnam, where they are the basis for many folk tales.

St Ives, Cornwall - Dubrovnik, Croatia

[St Ives, United Kingdom]

St Ives, United Kingdom(Image: Getty Images/EyeEm)

[Dubrovnik, Croatia]

Dubrovnik, Croatia(Image: Getty Images/RooM RF)

This beautiful coastline is the spitting image of its Eastern European cousin.

Shimmering blue waters, golden beaches and quaint cafes make this an ideal summer destination for those looking for a UK staycation.

Henrhyd Falls, Wales - Madakaripura Waterfall, Indonesia

[Henrhyd Falls, Wales]

Henrhyd Falls, Wales(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Famous for being the exterior backdrop in Batman: The Dark Knight Rises, the extraordinary waterfall Henrhyd Falls is is the tallest in southern Wales and has an uncanny resemblance to the Madakaripura Waterfall in Indonesia.

Durdle Door, Dorset - Praia do Camilo, Portugal

[Durdle Door, Dorset]

Durdle Door, Dorset(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

[Praia do Camilo, Portugal]

Praia do Camilo, Portugal(Image: Getty Images)

The beautifully crafted British coastline, Durdle Door, stretches across 95 miles and is famous for its recognisable geological shapes.

These naturally formed rock formations are almost identical to those on Camilo Beach in Portugal.

Where's your favourite staycation destination? Tell us in the comments...

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