IF you're looking for the perfect summer getaway then good news – you don't even have to leave the country.
An English has been ranked one of the in the world.
Put away your passport and don't worry about customs, this popular tourist destination is located just a two-hour drive from London.
The district of Thanet in Kent was named by Conde Nast as one of the top 30 places to visit this .
As the only UK location on the list, it appeared alongside tropical destinations including areas in Thailand, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, and Mexico.
Across Thanet are 16 beaches, with hotspots including Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and Margate.
Margate Main Sands is among the areas' award-winning beaches, receiving the Seaside Award in 2024.
The area was originally known as the Isle of Thanet, having previously been its own island.
Thanet eventually connected to the mainland between the 12th and 16th centuries, through natural silting and artificial land reclamation.
You can hop on a high-speed train from London and reach Margate in just an hour and 30 minutes.
Tickets to Margate start from just £11.50, making it a budget-friendly getaway this summer.
These age-old seaside resorts draw international tourists and staycationers alike during the summer months.
Margate proves to be a constant jewel in the Kent crown, providing a coastal hideout centred around Margate Main Sands.
The Dreamland funfair and amusement arcades make it the ideal family destination.
There is also a variety of restaurant options, including fan favourites Angela's and Bottega Caruso.
And even on overcast days, there’s still plenty to do with vintage stores and bars located in the Old Town.
Broadstairs is another seaside resort which has welcomed tourists since steamboats and railways first brought them from London in the Victorian era.
The town as famously been linked to Charles Dickens, who set parts of his literary works there including the novel, David Copperfield.
In mid-August, Folk Week takes over the town with musicians and entertainers performing in cosy pubs, music venues, and outdoor areas such as the clifftop bandstand.
Margate and Broadstairs have been ranked second and third respectively as the cheapest seaside destinations in the UK.
Ramsgate is another seaside town in the district, which proves popular with history lovers and beach-goers alike.
For just £9, you can tour the town's wartime shelter tunnels, which offer a unique perspective into the area's past.
And you don't have to worry about splurging on accommodation as a night's stay in the area starts at just £15, according to Booking.com.
The town also features The Grange, an architectural masterpiece designed by Augustus Pugin, who is known for his work on the interiors of the Houses of Parliament.
Conde Nast recommends visiting the area during the month of August, when temperatures reach a high of 22-degrees Celsius.
Margate is set to open a .
Broadstairs boasts its own , which has even won awards for its service.
Ramsgate is also known for its and vibrant restaurant scene.
