The United Kingdom, comprising England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, is an island nation in northwestern Europe. England, the birthplace of Shakespeare and The Beatles, is home to the capital city, London, a globally significant centre of finance and culture. England also boasts historic sites such as the Neolithic Stonehenge, the Roman baths in Bath, and the centuries-old universities of Oxford and Cambridge.

Germany is a Western European country characterised by its forests, rivers, mountain ranges, and North Sea beaches. With over 2,000 years of history, it boasts a rich cultural heritage. Berlin, the capital, is renowned for its vibrant art and nightlife scenes, the Brandenburg Gate, and numerous WWII-related sites. Munich is famous for its Oktoberfest and historic beer halls, including the 16th-century Hofbräuhaus. Frankfurt, known for its modern skyline, is home to the European Central Bank.