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ENGLAND
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Pleasant image of England crystallized in the 30's of the twentieth century, when community life revolved around post offices, pubs and the local canonicals, was canceled by the power of the modern world and the great expansion of suburban areas. The 'new' Britain announced by Labor leader Tony Blair leaves behind the Thatcher period and faces the future with the usual attachment to tradition and mindful of having to face economic and social problems always new. Remains strong in the country to proceed on a path of independence against the European Union, as strong remains the cultural identity of the subjects of His Majesty. England is a country to visit and to discover.
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ENGLAND INFO TRAVEL
WEATHER
Anyone who spends a certain period of time in England will share the obsession of the local population to the weather, even if the weather is relatively mild, and rainfall fairly small. Most inhospitable months to tourists are winter from November to February, when it's cold and days are short. March and October are interim months, during which days are longer, but temperatures can be hard. Spring and summer months, from April to September are undoubtedly the best and most exploited by the visitors, partly because tourist attractions are mostly open. July and August are the busiest months and, if possible, should be avoided: along coasts, national parks, in London and frequented cities such as Oxford, Bath and York, when crowd
confusing.
EVENTS
For athletes, the traditional boat race between the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge is held in London on the Thames at the end of March; the famous grueling Grand National (steeplechase horse race) takes place at Aintree, Liverpool, on the first Saturday of April, the FA Cup soccer final which culminated in the dispute at London's Wembley Stadium in May, the Wimbledon tennis championships are held in late June, for the refined, in the first week of July, takes place in Henley-on-Thames, the Henley Royal Regatta and at the end of July, the Isle of Wight hosts the imaginative Cowes Week, for pleasure boats
Who is not interested in ball games and animals races may attend the flower show at Chelsea Flower Show held in London's Royal Hospital in May, or the parade called Trooping of the Color, held at the Queen's birthday in mid-June. The Glastonbury Festival is a lively musical celebration that takes place in hippodrome of Glastonbury in June and finally, the unbridled Caribbean carnival is celebrated in London's Notting Hill in late August
Anyone who spends a certain period of time in England will share the obsession of the local population to the weather, even if the weather is relatively mild, and rainfall fairly small. Most inhospitable months to tourists are winter from November to February, when it's cold and days are short. March and October are interim months, during which days are longer, but temperatures can be hard. Spring and summer months, from April to September are undoubtedly the best and most exploited by the visitors, partly because tourist attractions are mostly open. July and August are the busiest months and, if possible, should be avoided: along coasts, national parks, in London and frequented cities such as Oxford, Bath and York, when crowd
confusing.
EVENTS
For athletes, the traditional boat race between the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge is held in London on the Thames at the end of March; the famous grueling Grand National (steeplechase horse race) takes place at Aintree, Liverpool, on the first Saturday of April, the FA Cup soccer final which culminated in the dispute at London's Wembley Stadium in May, the Wimbledon tennis championships are held in late June, for the refined, in the first week of July, takes place in Henley-on-Thames, the Henley Royal Regatta and at the end of July, the Isle of Wight hosts the imaginative Cowes Week, for pleasure boats
Who is not interested in ball games and animals races may attend the flower show at Chelsea Flower Show held in London's Royal Hospital in May, or the parade called Trooping of the Color, held at the Queen's birthday in mid-June. The Glastonbury Festival is a lively musical celebration that takes place in hippodrome of Glastonbury in June and finally, the unbridled Caribbean carnival is celebrated in London's Notting Hill in late August
THE TRIP
London is one of the major air stations in the world and, being the capital of discounted fares for intercontinental services, offering many opportunities to find cheap flights. The city is served by 5 airports: Heathrow (LHR; 0870 000 0123; www.heathrowairport.com) and Gatwick (LGW; 0870 000 2468; www.gatwickairport.com) specializing in international flights, Luton (LTN; 01582-405100 ; www.london-luton.co.uk) and Stansted (STN; 0870 000 0303; www.stanstedairport.com) Mainly operating charter flights and cheap, and the London City (LCY; 020-7646 0088; www.londoncityairport . com), used mainly by business travelers. Even Manchester, Newcastle and Bristol have international connections. Heathrow Airport can be reached from London by bus, underground (Piccadilly line) and the Heathrow Express. Take a taxi can be a very expensive solution.
LOCAL TRANSPORT
Public transport in England usually have a high level but can be expensive, only buses are cheap but they are also slow, and the longest are the means less suited to admire the view. National Express (08717 818181;www.nationalexpress.com) is the main operator of buses in England, with a wide network and frequent services between major cities. Megabus (www.megabus.com) operates a bus network that connects about 30 cheap destinations around the country (if booked in advance and off-peak fares are pretty low, otherwise prices rise significantly).
London is one of the major air stations in the world and, being the capital of discounted fares for intercontinental services, offering many opportunities to find cheap flights. The city is served by 5 airports: Heathrow (LHR; 0870 000 0123; www.heathrowairport.com) and Gatwick (LGW; 0870 000 2468; www.gatwickairport.com) specializing in international flights, Luton (LTN; 01582-405100 ; www.london-luton.co.uk) and Stansted (STN; 0870 000 0303; www.stanstedairport.com) Mainly operating charter flights and cheap, and the London City (LCY; 020-7646 0088; www.londoncityairport . com), used mainly by business travelers. Even Manchester, Newcastle and Bristol have international connections. Heathrow Airport can be reached from London by bus, underground (Piccadilly line) and the Heathrow Express. Take a taxi can be a very expensive solution.
LOCAL TRANSPORT
Public transport in England usually have a high level but can be expensive, only buses are cheap but they are also slow, and the longest are the means less suited to admire the view. National Express (08717 818181;www.nationalexpress.com) is the main operator of buses in England, with a wide network and frequent services between major cities. Megabus (www.megabus.com) operates a bus network that connects about 30 cheap destinations around the country (if booked in advance and off-peak fares are pretty low, otherwise prices rise significantly).
Flights &
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Full name of the country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Area: 130,365 sq km
Population: 51,000,000 inhabitants
Capital: London
Language: English
Religion: Anglican, Methodist, Baptist, Catholic, Muslim
Type of State: Constitutional monarchy
Area: 130,365 sq km
Population: 51,000,000 inhabitants
Capital: London
Language: English
Religion: Anglican, Methodist, Baptist, Catholic, Muslim
Type of State: Constitutional monarchy
Health Risks
Recommended vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B.
Reciprocal international agreements with the United Kingdom to various other countries gives opportunity to receive free emergency medical care and dental treatment Convention through the National Health Service (NHS; www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk). Suggest however to EU travelers to bring the European Health Insurance Card, namely their health card. Each family member will have their membership card. Then recommend to carry a small pharmacy travel and health insurance which provides, in addition to covering medical expenses, including any air ambulance repatriation or transfer to another country.
Timezone GMT
Electricity 240V, 50Hz
Weights and measures metric system of weights and measures, in accordance with European Union directives, but are still widely used, the equivalent of the British system. In supermarkets today tends to show price is by using the metric system or imperial. The European Union has accepted the permanent exemption for measures speed and distance, for example on road signs and mileage in cars. Is allowed in pubs serving pints of beer and milkmen can continue in the morning to leave the pint of milk on doorsteps, but almost all liquid foods are now sold by the gallon
Recommended vaccinations: diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B.
Reciprocal international agreements with the United Kingdom to various other countries gives opportunity to receive free emergency medical care and dental treatment Convention through the National Health Service (NHS; www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk). Suggest however to EU travelers to bring the European Health Insurance Card, namely their health card. Each family member will have their membership card. Then recommend to carry a small pharmacy travel and health insurance which provides, in addition to covering medical expenses, including any air ambulance repatriation or transfer to another country.
Timezone GMT
Electricity 240V, 50Hz
Weights and measures metric system of weights and measures, in accordance with European Union directives, but are still widely used, the equivalent of the British system. In supermarkets today tends to show price is by using the metric system or imperial. The European Union has accepted the permanent exemption for measures speed and distance, for example on road signs and mileage in cars. Is allowed in pubs serving pints of beer and milkmen can continue in the morning to leave the pint of milk on doorsteps, but almost all liquid foods are now sold by the gallon
England has an extensive rail network that includes a couple of beautiful lines that pass through sparsely populated areas. The rapid intercity trains are unnecessary domestic air travel unless you have a hurry. There are many companies that engaged in managing sections of the rail network, and this can be a bit 'of confusion at first, but you can find information on timetables and train tickets all in one place: the National Rail Inquiries (08457 484950; www.nationalrail.co.uk).
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