United Kingdom Traveller Articles -- Written for Travellers by Travellers

Background

Culture  Basics You should note the United Kingdom, while politically unified, is... Last edited: 12 October 2016 History  Across the English Channel from France and the rest of continental Europe lies... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Recommended Reading  A humorous book to read before skipping across the pond is "Notes From A Small... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Tourist Board Info  The national tourist board is called VisitBritain. VisitBritain is the brand... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Weather & When to Go  Although the UK is barely the size of Florida, its weather can be more varied... Last edited: 12 October 2016 British Monarchy  Here is a link to the official website. British Monarchy Last edited: 27 February 2007 Bronte Country  The Bronte Country is an area of northern England, situated around the village... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Budget Travel  Generally, the United Kingdom can be more expensive place to visit than many... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Children’s Books for UK Travel  A good way to prepare children for travel is to expose them to the culture and... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Customs & Etiquette  The United Kingdom is a land of contrasts, largely due to its rich and complex... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Driving in the U.K. for U.S. Residents  Driving in the U.K. 1. Rent an Automatic Transmission: unless you drive a... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Famous Britons  Here is the link to information about Famous Britons Last edited: 8 April 2008 Genealogy  This is an excellent site to begin your entry into the world of family history... Last edited: 12 January 2007 Giant's Causeway  The Giant's Causeway (Clochán na bhFómharach) is situated near Bushmills... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Healthcare in the UK  Healthcare in the UK Free NHS Healthcare The NHS provides free at the point of... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Love to walk but like it easy?  Few people seem to be aware of a beautiful stretch of open moorland that... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Medical NHS Care for Australians  How to Access Reciprocal Agreement NHS Care in UK   Many Australians... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Mobile Apps  Useful Apps for SmartPhones and Tablets and Mobile Wi-Fi Pocket Device(s) Info... Last edited: 11 April 2016 National Museums  This is a list of a few of the various national museums located in different... Last edited: 14 December 2012 Northern England to Europe by Ferry  When in the UK, why not enjoy a visit to another part of Europe and experience... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Other UK Websites  Useful Websites - British Isles UK Holiday Brochures               Bitesize... Last edited: 4 March 2016 Parks & Gardens  Numerous parks and gardens around the UK. Many of these links provide... Last edited: 22 January 2014 Photo Gallery  These are a few links to a variety of  UK city and landscape pictures: UK... Last edited: 1 June 2007 Public Access Wi-Fi  Wireless internet (Wi-Fi) has become increasingly common in the United Kingdom... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Runnymede Memorials  Here is a link to a few memorials located at Runnymede. These include the Air... Last edited: 2 June 2007 Senior Discounts for Train & Underground  Train travel allows you to relax, enjoy the scenery and arrive at your... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Shakespeare Country  Shakespeare Country covers a roughly triangle-shaped area of the English... Last edited: 12 October 2016 The Highlands of Scotland  Get a high in the Highlands of Scotland        The Highlands of Scotland are... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Travel Tips  Tourist / Visitor Travel Tips The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern... Last edited: 12 October 2016 UK Sim Card for UK Travellers  The awestruck scenic beauty, epic history and culinary diversity of the UK make... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Wordsworth Country  Here is the link to this area of the Lake District made famous by William... Last edited: 25 March 2007

	Things to Do
Heathrow Layover--Windsor Castle  Visiting Windsor Castle During a Layover at Heathrow (Seven hours time between... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Explore More:  Read traveller reviews on all United Kingdom Attractions

For Foreign Visitors

Banks & Money  Currency The currency of the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling (£).  In... Last edited: 15 October 2016 Crossing the Border  The United Kingdom is not part of the Schengen passport-free travel area which... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Emergencies  The Emergency Numbers in the UK are 999 or 112. The operator will ask which... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Important Phrases  The first thing that visitors from outside the United Kingdom... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Telephones  FIRE, POLICE, AMBULANCE, COASTGUARD, MOUNTAIN and CAVE RESCUE (emergency only... Last edited: 4 March 2016 Tipping & Etiquette  Tipping Context  Tipping is not expected in the UK in the way it is in other... Last edited: 14 October 2016 Air Travel - Hand Luggage Restrictions  From 6th November 2006 until further notice, strict rules regarding liquids... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Car Rental UK  In all cases, for hiring a car you will need a valid credit card, preferably... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Driving tips for visitors  For most foreign visitors the British drive on "the wrong side" of the road... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Eating out  If you Google for "eating out in Britain" you will find lots of tourism... Last edited: 4 March 2016 Europe SIM Cards for Indian Travelers  Christmas is just 5 weeks away and it is the best time to travel amazing... Last edited: 22 November 2013 Learner Drivers - Minimum Ages And Rules  Before you learn to drive or ride a new vehicle make sure you know about the... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Motorway Service Areas  Motorway Service Areas are leased out to various operators, mostly companies... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Postal Services  The UK postal service is known as Royal Mail. Royal Mail Group Ltd is the... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Sleeper Trains in UK  Sleeper Trains link London with various Scottish cities and the South-West... Last edited: 12 October 2016 The Magic Roundabout  So, you've planned to visit the UK, do a bit of driving while you're here and... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Tips on Gestures and Language  For the Dutch: Tapping the side of the forehead in the UK means you are stupid... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Train Travel  The United Kingdom's railway network is the oldest in the world, having existed... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Train travel  Great Britain invented the train with the first passenger service opening... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Travel Apps UK  Here are a few Apps for use with various SmartPhone and Tablet devices around... Last edited: 4 March 2016 Travelling with Children  Winnie the Pooh, Alice in Wonderland, Thomas the Tank Engine, The Hobbit... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Under Your Own Steam: Without A Car  Some people find that travelling without a car in the UK is simple.  All you... Last edited: 12 October 2016 Walking UK countryside and hills  With nearly 200,000km of well-maintained footpaths, one of the best ways to see... Last edited: 12 October 2016