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Tea and Cakes: My Social Life in Britain
Some of my fondest memories are afternoons and evenings spent with friends, usually with a cup of tea and some delicious goodies involved. Back in the States I would sometimes go out for coffee with...
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Four Fun Quizzes for Britophiles
You know those annoying but addictive quizzes that are constantly cropping up in your Facebook feed? Which natural disaster is your temper like? What animal do you transform into?...
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The Britophile Bucket List
Life is short. There is no getting around it. We tend to think that things will go on like this forever, the work, the people, the house, the hobbies, but in the back of our minds where we shove all...
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All About Banoffee
Before coming to Britain, I’m not sure I knew banoffee pie existed. Many years of my life were wasted in this deprived state, but now I am enlightened and have found peace and fulfillment. Or...
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Christmas Crackers!
Where can you find the worst jokes and silliest hats in the world? British Christmas crackers. These crackers have nothing to do with the crisp wafers you eat with cheese. They are cleverly wrapped...
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Are England, Scotland and Wales Countries?
Does a trip from London to Glasgow or Cardiff count as a foray into another country? Seems a basic question, but there is real confusion over the issue of whether or not England, Scotland, and Wales...
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Why You Should Go to the Cheltenham Festival
What could be more posh than a day at the races? Fans of My Fair Lady are familiar with the pomp and circumstance that surround Ascot (And if you aren’t a fan of that film, then you’d better get your...
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The Wonders of Windermere
I think the Lake District must be the most beautiful place in Britain. The untainted beauty of green hills, sparkling lakes and those cool, moss-covered glens is staggering. It isn’t wildly...
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Brief History of Sport in England
Many Ideas about modern sport were birthed in England. Semantics such rule forming, the many philosophies associated with sports are all accredited to the British. The whole sports fraternity owes...
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Strange British Laws You May Have Broken
It’s easier to be a lawbreaker than you’d think. The British have some strange laws that you’ve probably never heard of, and might have broken without realising it: Pub Inside by trombone65 It is...
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A Proper British Day Out
Possibly the most beautiful thing about Britain—you’re never very far from anywhere. Me and a friend on a windy afternoon in Liverpool Some of the most fun I ever had while living in England was on...
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Top 5 Popular Sports in England
Sports in England are incredibly popular, despite the sometimes cold, rainy weather. Let’s take a look at the top sports the English love to engage in, whether as members of a club, via private...
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The Most Eccentric British Characters
Most people rightly know the English as a pleasant, well-behaved group of people. Aside from the occasionally wild Saturday night out on the town, arguments about the correct way to make a cup of tea...
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Airfare to Britain: Buying Tips
After days (read: weeks) of biting nails and pulling hair, I finally bought airline tickets to Britain. My husband and I are planning a trip in October, and needless to say, I’m very excited to be...
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Top 4 Tips for Biking Britain
Ewan McGregor, David Beckham, and Gerard Butler may make motorbike riding seem sexier than ever, but they are just a few of the thousands of Brits who are heeding the call of the two-wheeled route to...
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The Hidden Gems of London
London is one of the most popular cities in the world. With fun family attractions, beautiful architecture, and a fascinating history, there’s no wonder it draws people in from around the globe....
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Take Your Family to Blackpool This Year
Blackpool is a bit different. Sure, other towns on the British coastline have their own character and charm. But do they have iconic theme parks or the 65-metre tall Big One rollercoaster imposing...
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A Cockney Christmas
Christmas is here, so we thought it might be fun to take a look at a proper cockney Christmas, exploring this festive period using words and phrases from the increasingly rare East London cockney...
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