And Now for Something Completely Different
You’re not going to experience culture shock the next time you visit London, but the little differences are fun to notice.
- Things are pretty expensive here. Currently, a pound is worth more than two dollars. (Yet a Starbucks is still £1.65)
- Their pet name for money is ‘Quid’. Like we might say ‘ bucks’. (My hotel would have cost 140 quid)
- The little iconic men that signal that one can walk at a cross walk are green… not white. Also, they appear to be actually walking. That makes sense.
- The people are polite. On every escalator, people stand to the right, and let those in a hurry pass by on the left. I’m told tourists are quickly corrected if they don’t follow this convention.
- Speaking of politeness, I heard a very nice announcement at the airport apoligizing for the delays at the baggage claim. They even offered the explanation that they were short handed.
- A t-shirt of medium size is actually of medium size… unlike the states. Here in London, make it a large for me.
- There are quite a few differences in the language.
Spent yesterday evening in central London. Had a great meal at Wagamama
Off to Manchester tomorrow.
March 6th, 2005 at 8:00 pm
Gary, Be Sure to try the HOBNOB cookies there in London. They can be found in any local grocery store. They are fabulous and high in calories.
Enjoy.
March 10th, 2005 at 4:59 am
So you want me to come home looking like Bridget Jones? I didn’t get to the cookies, but I did enjoy a traditional English Breakfast or three. MMMMM. Beans, Bangers (Sausages), Bacon, Eggs, Toast. I think I popped a button mate!