Dare we say it, but we think it’s impossible not to love Edinburgh. Scotland’s capital offers everything you look for in a city, without the cosmopolitan bustle that can often be overwhelming in other cities. True, it doesn’t get particularly warm, but the chill is all part of its cozy charm.

While your average travel guides tend to focus on London’s cultural past, we’re paying homage to the cultures that make up the city today with recommendations for where to eat, drink, and truly experience London’s diversity, not to mention the best indie shops and cozy stays too.