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Traveling to London England - Tips and What to Expect

This is a brief summary of what to expect when visiting London England. Some things are different about England compared to America, and you need to keep them in mind. Some travel tips to better your trip are included in this article as well.

By Alexander Taddeo

Ordering breakfast in London can be a challenge when you consider some terminology differences. Ordering eggs 'over easy' will get you a blank stare. You must order eggs 'lightly cooked' if you want them over easy. If you order ham with your eggs, you will get cold lunchmeat-style ham. You must order bacon to get fried ham. Be prepared to get baked beans with your breakfast as well as French fries. These are the normal side dishes with a breakfast order.

As you probably know, drivers in England drive on the opposite side of the road from Americans or most other countries. This is a little trickier than one might think. If you are a pedestrian, you must look the opposite way before crossing. I have had many horns go off as I looked the wrong way and attempted to cross. In London, the correct direction to look is written on the sidewalk - which is very helpful.

Taxi drivers in London are a special group. Driving a taxi is a family tradition, and many families have multiple generations behind the wheel. Before one can get a taxi license, one must drive around London for two years on a motorcycle learning the roads. So needless to say, taxi drivers in London can get you anywhere you want to go and fast.

The British pound is worth twice the value of the US dollar at this point. When you spend 5 pounds, it is like spending 10 dollars.

Travel Facts:

There are more traffic fatalities on America's highways in two weeks than there are with air travel in 10 years.

For international travel, consider buying your foreign currency at a US bank before you leave for your trip. You will likely get a better exchange rate.

Always print your boarding pass on your home computer before you leave for your trip to avoid the line at the at the airport ticket counter.

On your return trip, use the hotel business center to print your boarding pass. Boarding passes can be printed within 24 hours of your scheduled departure.

Many airlines have discontinued meal service, especially for short flights. You may want to bring some snacks such as protein bars to keep from getting hungry.

For long flights, it is always a good idea to take some things to occupy your mind: books, portable DVD players, etc. Time will go by faster.

Airport security is similar all over the world. Liquids must fit in a 4-oz. plastic bag. You must place the plastic bag in a bin at the security gate.

This should go without saying, but you cannot take a knife or any other weapon through security.

Take all metal such as coins out of your pockets.

Have your picture ID and boarding pass ready at the security checkpoint.

Shoes must come off to pass through security.

Do not take bottled water or any other liquid.

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Article added 02/21/08.