well we stayed in this place...
by thechels
well we stayed in this place called the 'Olive House' i think it's like some kind of hostel sponsored by the girl scouts. Not real sure. But i remember i had so much fun. We even met a lady who was from Phoenix, like we were! My favorite thing to do though, was to ride the double decker busses! I loved watching the changing of the guard. We even followed them afterward as they marched down the street. I loved riding the double decker busses. And even in those kewl lookin' taxi cabs!
Read Local Papers
by luke850
An excellent way of getting to know London is to read the local papers. These papers will tell you whats been happening in the area at that time and which events are forthcoming. You can get papers which are specific to certain areas, like The South London Press (left), or the Evening Standard, which covers London in general. Pick these papers up at most newsagents across London.
Armed police
by phil_uk_net
The UK police aren't generally armed but there are exceptions. Armed units will be employed at incidents where firearms are used and also where terrorist threats are perceived. This armed cop is guarding the houses of Parliament at Westmimster during the Iraq war conflict.
The Tube (underground)
by Sharon
When going up and down in the underground escalators Please stand on the right side of the escalator as the left side is reserved for those who are in a rush.
Eye contact is not welcome and surly not staring.. although you see so many people and so many interesting faces and weirdows as well... sometimes the temptations is big...
what to wear
by Manyana
because of the transport system, it's convenient to drag a wheel suitcase along with you. there are lifts and electric stairs in most of the tube stations and bag areas in buses. if you think you're travelling for 2 hours by public transport, it's better if you have no more than one suitcase to drag and one backpack. if you have loads of bags or kids, it's better if you take a taxi or a minicab for more reasonable prices at all time, you've just checked the weather forecast which says that it's a sunny day today. three hours later it's raining dogs and cats. yes, this is london. and it will be become sunny again. always be prepared to have a rain coat, a jacket with a hood, or an umbrella if the rain bothers you. boots and reasonable heels can be good too. never wear flat sandals unless you have a backup shoe plan. sometimes it's very muddy
in winter, you may wish to wear a jacket with a fluffy wool hood to keep your face warm. if it gets windy, it becomes really freezing. leather gloves can be a necessity besides shoveling your hands inside your wool pockets. although it rarely snows in london, but the wind is even colder
in summer, you can wear short sleeves and light shoes, but have your umbrella with you. the weather is funny sometimes have a bottle of water wherever you go especially in the summer. as it gets very congested and polluted at this time of the year, you may hydrate a lot and faint in the tube station. it's happened many times to many people. london is photogenic! be ready to have your tripod as it gets very bright and light in the evening especially during christmas and at the thames river
small personal cameras should do it during the daytime
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