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Global Guide Traveler. England guide for traveler.

There is much here in United Kingdom for global traveler to enjoy and we will guide you through a Major UK destinations,  brief with getting in & around UK, accommodation  and highlight several important "respect" points in order to fully enjoy visit in United Kingdom.

Great Britain, the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the earth's surface. The first half of the 20th century saw the United Kingdom strength seriously depleted in two World Wars. The second half witnessed the dismantling of the Empire and the United Kingdom rebuilding itself into a modern and prosperous European nation. As one of five permanent members of the UN Security Council, a founding member of NATO, and of the Commonwealth, the UK pursues a global approach to foreign policy. It currently is weighing the degree of its integration with continental Europe. A member of the EU, it chose to remain outside the Economic and Monetary Union for the time being. Constitutional reform is also a significant issue in the UK. The Scottish Parliament, the National Assembly for Wales, and the Northern Ireland Assembly were established in 1999, but the latter is suspended due to wrangling over the peace process.

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the United Kingdom or the UK) occupies all of the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern portion of the island of Ireland and most of the remaining British Isles. Located just off the north-western coast of mainland Europe the UK is comprised of four home nations within the Union: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Several island protectorates also exist, which include the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. The United Kingdom today is a diverse patchwork of native and immigrant cultures, possessing a fascinating history and dynamic modern culture, both of which remain hugely influential in the wider world. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, the United Kingdom is still a major destination for many smart travelers.

Major England Cities & Destinations

50 London Attractions - 1 Ticket: The London Pass.
Many cities and towns in the United Kingdom are of interest to smart travelers.

The major cities in United Kingdom are:  London (the vast capital of both England and the United Kingdom overall), Belfast (capital of Northern Ireland), Bristol (largest city in South England (after London), vibrant music scene, historic buildings), Cardiff (capital of Wales, castle and varied cultural events), Edinburgh, Manchester (voted England's second city, thriving bohemian music scene, gay quarter and dozens of tourist attractions).

Getting In

Get in England by Plain: London Heathrow Airport is the world's largest international airport. Situated 20 miles west of London, Heathrow offers a large choice of international destinations, with direct flights to most countries in the world. London Gatwick Airport, 30 miles south of London in Sussex, is the second largest airport, and also offers a wide range of international flights. London Stansted Airport in Essex, and London Luton Airport are hubs for the budget airlines who offer direct flights to a wide range of European destinations. London City Airport is the most central airport in London, situated 7 miles east of Central London, but mainly serves business passengers to the main financial centres in Europe.

Manchester International Airport in the North of England, is the UK's third largest airport serving many European and long haul destinations. Direct flights from North America are also available into Glasgow International Airport and Edinburgh International Airport in Scotland. In Northern Ireland, Belfast International Airport is the only airport with international flights.

Most UK regional airports are not connected to the national rail network, with connections to the nearest cities served by expensive buses.

Get in England  by Train: Eurostar services run between London's Waterloo Station and Ashford in Kent and Paris (Gare du Nord), Lille and Brussels through the Channel Tunnel. Journey times average two hours forty minutes from Paris. A second class return from Paris to London costs between €85 and €230, although it is often cheaper to fly from London to Paris using a low-cost airline. The main benefit of using the Eurostar is that it runs between the central zones of its destination cities, removing the necessity of accessing the relevant airports on the outskirts of cities (potentially very time-consuming!).

Get in England by car: The Channel Tunnel has provided a rail/road connection since 1994. Shuttle trains carry cars from Calais, France to Folkestone, the journey taking around 40 minutes. Fares start at £49 one way and can be booked on the Eurotunnel website. On arrival at Folkestone, you can drive on to the M20 motorway which heads towards London.  Rent budget cars in United Kingdom. 

Sleep

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Trains: The United Kingdom has an extensive train network, covering most of the country. While ticket prices are relatively high, a train is often the best and sometimes the only way of public transport. Tickets can also be booked online through various private agents. Fares vary widely depending on when traveling and when tickets are booked. Often it is quicker and cheaper to purchase by phone.

Train services in Northern Ireland are operated by the state owned Translink, who also operate rural and urban buses within Northern Ireland. Train services in Northern Ireland are, however quite limited. Train services in Northern Ireland are not part of the National Rail network. Train and bus times can be found on Translink web site.

Cars: Drive on the left. Speed limits for cars are 70mph on Motorways and most dual carriageways, and 60mph on single carriageway roads unless otherwise signposted, in towns the limit is 30mph. Enforcement cameras are widespread on all types of road. Don't drink and drive in the UK! The maximum limit is 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood. Fines are steep and imprisonment likely.

Parking can be a problem in large cities, and especially in London. There are very few tolls (mainly on some large bridges/tunnels) but a levy (congestion charge) is payable for driving in central London on weekdays. Traffic can be very heavy, especially during 'rush hour' -  7-10am and 4-7pm. The M25 London orbital motorway is particularly notorious - it is best avoided on Monday mornings and Friday afternoons. School holidays can make a noticeable difference, however, particularly in the morning rush hour. 

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Public displays of affection between other people is unlikely to cause offense in most situations, however passionate kissing in enclosed areas such as on a bus may cause problems, so try to avoid this.

It is acceptable to address someone by their first name in most situations though names are often avoided amongst total strangers to avoid causing any offense or a feeling of over familiarity.

On hot days in the summer it is acceptable for men to walk shirtless in towns and cities, especially near the seaside or other tourist areas. However it would be very impolite to do so in a shop or pub and totally unacceptable in a restaurant. Short trousers are perfectly acceptable anywhere in the summer except for establishments with explicit dress codes. In the United Kingdom it is still considered taboo for women to sunbathe topless. It is common for very young children to be on a beach unclothed. Nudist beaches are common in Britain though most are found in secluded locations away from town and city centres.

Very important to most Britons is etiquette at mealtimes. Some simple rules to follow are: do not begin eating until everyone has been served (again, use your judgment even if you are told to begin eating by those who have not been served); never talk with your mouth full, this is the cardinal sin of dining; it is customary to hold your fork "upside-down". When finished eating, return your cutlery to the middle of the plate, together. Do not be too afraid to leave uneaten food; most hosts will not find this offensive.

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Read more about England. Sources: Wikipedia, CIA