Pubs of Great Britain
Public Houses or “Pubs” as they are commonly called, have had a long tradition in GB. Most people associate pubs with drinking, and it’s true – pubs usually have […]
A Good Night’s Sleep
Let’s set the stage for a minute. You’ve had a wonderful day of vacation and have adventured far and wide. You’ve eaten well. You feel drowsy, and are looking forward […]
An Insider’s Airport Tips
I loved working at the airport! Visitor Information is a great training ground for anyone interested in travel. There were so many tips and tricks I learned (and things were […]
English Oddities
I remember sitting in front of my TV set in Harrogate and watching as the queen prepared for her annual speech to Parliament. There was so much ritual involved, and […]
Tea and the Confounding of Americans
I wish I had a nickel for every time an American has held a “high” tea, but never knew what the term meant. To Americans, high tea is little sandwiches, […]
Size Matters (Sometimes)
I was thinking back to my 2014 Trip Of The Century, and thought I’d share a little with you about driving in England. When I first made my trip plans, […]
Weather and UK Travel
One of the main questions I get in my classes is: When is the best time to visit England? Oh, you folks that like to propose these kinds of loaded […]
Slipping the Surly Bonds of Earth
I am writing about something I’ve not really touched on before. Flight, flying, safety, and security. When I was about five years old and living in California, I left my […]
The Monarchy Doesn’t Wield Political Power… or Does It?
Someone in my work group yesterday made the comment that the British monarchy has no political power. I tried to explain that there were some caveats to that, but the […]
Inertia
I was thinking about what keeps us from our dreams. The potholes, trapdoors, and gumption suckers. I have a friend who I’ve known since I was in grade school. She […]