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Inside United Kingdom: Written for Travelers by Travelers

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Inside Background
Culture 
Basics You should remember that the UK, while politically unified, is...
Last edited: March 08, 2008
History 
Comprehensive History of Scotland - Tourist Office Info  Across the English...
Last edited: January 10, 2007
Recommended Reading 
A humorous book to read before skipping across the pond is "Notes From A Small...
Last edited: October 25, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
The national tourist information website is VisitBritain - VisitBritain is a...
Last edited: February 28, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Although the UK is barely the size of Florida, its weather can be more varied...
Last edited: March 18, 2007
British Monarchy 
Here is a link to the official website. British Monarchy
Last edited: February 27, 2007
Bronte Country 
The Bronte Country is an area of northern England, situated around the village...
Last edited: April 08, 2008
Budget Travel 
Generally, the United Kingdom is a more expensive place to visit than many...
Last edited: October 31, 2007
Children’s Books for UK Travel 
A good way to prepare children for travel is to expose them to the culture and...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
Customs & Etiquette 
The United Kingdom is a land of contrasts - largely due to its rich and complex...
Last edited: March 08, 2008
Famous Britons 
Here is the link to information about Famous Britons
Last edited: April 08, 2008
Genealogy 
This is an excellent site to begin your entry into the world of family history...
Last edited: January 12, 2007
Giant Causeway 
Here is the link to: Inside County Antrim : Giant Causeway
Last edited: March 17, 2007
Love to walk but like it easy? 
Few people seem to be aware of a beautiful stretch of open moorland that...
Last edited: September 25, 2007
National Museums 
This is a list of a few of the various national museums located in different...
Last edited: January 25, 2007
Northern England to Europe by Ferry 
When in the UK, why not enjoy a visit to another part of Europe and experience...
Last edited: March 04, 2008
Other UK Websites 
Useful Websites - British Isles Sports London 2012 Olympic Games Golf in Devon...
Last edited: April 16, 2008
Photo Gallery 
These are a few links to a variety of  UK city and landscape pictures: UK...
Last edited: June 01, 2007
Public Access Wi-Fi 
Wireless internet (Wi-Fi) is becoming more common in the United Kingdom. Most...
Last edited: January 09, 2008
Runnymede Memorials 
Here is a link to a few memorials located at Runnymede. These include the Air...
Last edited: June 02, 2007
Shakespeare Country 
Shakespeare Country covers a roughly triangle-shaped area of the English...
Last edited: October 31, 2007
The Highlands of Scotland 
Get a high in the Highlands of Scotland        The Highlands of Scotland are...
Last edited: January 10, 2007
Travel Tips 
Tourist / Visitor Travel Tips This is a variety of travel advice for ALL...
Last edited: November 23, 2007
Wordsworth Country 
Here is the link to this area of the Lake District made famous by William...
Last edited: March 25, 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Linlithgow Palace 
An ancient royal residence situated in a picturesque location off the High...
Last edited: May 06, 2008
Gulliver's Eco-Park 
If you haven't been to Milton Keynes Gulliver's Eco-Park yet, then waste no...
Last edited: August 10, 2007
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Banks & Money 
Currency The currency of the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling (£).  In...
Last edited: April 04, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Land Border: The United Kingdom has just one land border, located in the...
Last edited: April 04, 2008
Emergencies 
The Emergency Numbers in the UK are 999 or 112. The operator will ask which...
Last edited: April 06, 2008
Important Phrases 
The first thing that visitors from outside of the United Kingdom...
Last edited: July 17, 2008
Telephones 
General phone numbers have 01, 02 or 03 prefixes, for example 020 8594 0000 or...
Last edited: May 27, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Tipping is not expected in the UK, in the way it is in the United...
Last edited: April 04, 2008
Air Travel - Hand Luggage Restrictions 
From 6th November 2006 until further notice, strict rules regarding liquids...
Last edited: June 20, 2008
Car Rental UK 
In all cases, for hiring a car you will need a valid credit card, preferably...
Last edited: January 31, 2008
Driving tips for visitors 
1. Speed Limits Most speed limits are indicated by a figure in black on a...
Last edited: October 21, 2007
Eating out 
If you Google for "eating out in Britain" you'll find lots of tourism promotion...
Last edited: December 28, 2006
Learner Drivers - Minimum Ages And Rules 
Before you learn to drive or ride a new vehicle make sure you know about the...
Last edited: November 21, 2007
Motorway Service Areas 
Motorway Service Areas are leased out to various operators, mostly companies...
Last edited: October 25, 2007
The Magic Roundabout 
So, you've planned to visit the UK, do a bit of driving while you're here and...
Last edited: December 14, 2007
Tips on Gestures and Language 
For our Dutch friends: Tapping the side of the forehead in the UK means you are...
Last edited: January 03, 2008
Train Travel 
The United Kingdom's railway network is the oldest in the world, having existed...
Last edited: June 22, 2008
Traveling with Children 
Winnie the Pooh, Alice in Wonderland, Thomas the Tank Engine, The Hobbit...
Last edited: May 10, 2008
Under Your Own Steam: Without A Car 
Some people find that travelling without a car in the UK is simple.  All you...
Last edited: October 25, 2007
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