Rick ventures to the Celtic fringes of Great Britain with two tour guides from Scotland and Wales, who discuss the regions' distinctive cultures.

Rick helps plot the best Scottish itineraries with native-born tour guide Ken Hanley, offering tips on visiting both the trendy cities and lonely outer islands.

Rick talks with Anne Doig and Ken Hanley, two Edinburgh-based guides who cover the ins and outs of Edinburgh for the traveler and explain how to best enjoy the city's fabled summer festivals.

British tour guide Roy Nicholls discusses the English passion for elaborate gardens and shares tips on how travelers can experience the wide variety of gardens in Great Britain.

Scottish tour guide Anne Doig takes us on a tour of Scotland's largest city. An industrial powerhouse in the 19th century, today the city is home to rich historical sights, a thriving arts scene, and the proud and fun-loving "Glaswegian" locals.

London guide Britt Lonsdale explains how to best enjoy a proper afternoon tea service.

Scottish native Anne Doig tells Rick where in Scotland's Highlands and western islands you can escape the tourist crowds — and taste a good whisky.

Screenwriter Andrew Davies has adapted many of Jane Austen's works for film and television. He explains why Austen's writing remains so popular and how travelers can experience Austen's England.

Arthur Smith, proprietor of a bed and breakfast in Glencoe, explains why the wild and sparsely populated highlands are the place to find a more authentic Scotland.

From stately gardens and picturesque villages to pre-historic stone circles and hillsides haunted by wild ponies, Rick explores the small towns and shires of England, as well as options for touring the countryside.