United Kingdom β€” Travel Destinations

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Essential Travel Info for United Kingdom

Health & Safety

Vaccines:Routine vaccines
Water:Tap water is safe to drink.
β€œNHS provides emergency care. Pharmacies (Boots/Lloyds) widely available.”

Visa Requirements

EU Citizens:Passport required (ID cards no longer accepted). 6 months visa-free.
Others:Standard Visitor Visa for many non-visa-exempt nationals.

Internet & SIM

Quality:Good 4G/5G. Free WiFi in most transp/cafes.
Action:EE or O2 have best coverage. Giffgaff is cheap.

Money & Tipping

Cash vs Card:Contactless is everywhere. London buses are cashless.
Tipping:10-12.5% usually added to bill. Round up in pubs.

Getting Around

Apps:Citymapper, National Rail, Uber
Drive:Drive on the LEFT.

London Tube is extensive. Trains connect all major cities.

Safety: Safe

Safe. Standard city precautions in London.

SOS:999 (Emergency), 111 (Non-emergency medical)

Climate & Weather

Day
22Β°C (Summer)
Night
13Β°C
Sunny Hours:6 hours/day

Unpredictable. "Four seasons in a day". Best Jun–Sep.

Electricity

230V β€’ Type G (three rectangular pins)

Local Etiquette

  • β€’Stand on the right on escalators.
  • β€’Queue politely.
  • β€’Say "Sorry" for everything.
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