Travel Tips

Pub Lunches
Traditionally, there is not table service in pubs. The process is to select a numbered table, place food and beverage orders with the barman using the table number, pay when ordering and the kitchen will deliver your food to the table. For beverage refills, go to the bar and pay each time, no tabs. Recently, some pubs are switching to our full service system so best to ask.

General Location Information
  • Sodas will be served without ice unless you ask.
  • Tips in the UK usually range from 5-10%.
  • US dollars are not accepted in the UK and ATMs are rare, so it is best to buy pounds at the airport or a US bank.
  • Visa/Mastercard are accepted by some businesses, but not American Express.
  •  Small stores/pubs are often cash only.
  • September is usually fair and mild-weathered, but be prepared for some rainy, cool weather and occasional walking in the mud.
  • UK electric and plugs are different than in the US, so a converter and adapter is needed for hair dryers, etc.
  • Hotels rarely provide hair dryers or irons, some will if asked.
  • Remember to look left before crossing streets, traffic moves the opposite direction in the UK.

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