Get Ready For London!

CLARIFICATION OF Emma Ogden

COMMON PHRASES
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Phrases BASIC INFORMATION
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First things first you need to know some basic information about the United
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Kingdom. The UK has a population of almost 66 million people. Most in the
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UK speak English so you will not have to worry about learning a new
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language. Their currency is based on the sterling pound and one pound is
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equal to about $1.30-$1.40 in US dollars.
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Biscuits Cookies The United Kingdom’s government is actually very similar to the US
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London is the largest city in the United

Kingdom

PUNCTUALITY AND GREETING

Those in the UK value punctuality and they typically arrive places on time or
just before when they need to be there. They consider it impolite to be late. If
you are late make sure to call in advance and apologize. When you greet
those in the UK a simple handshake will serve as a greeting. Be sure to be
polite throughout your encounters.

The British are known for their tea so this
is something else you will not want to miss
out on trying!
BUSINESS ATTIRE
Business attire for men and for women both include colors such as dark blue,
charcoal grey, and black. Classical conservative attire is typically what is
worn as proper business attire. Women commonly wear a skirt or pants. DO
NOT wear denim to your business meetings.
DINING ETIQUETTE

Make sure to use proper table manners when dining. This includes getting
breakfast at the hotel and all other meals. Put your napkin in your lap and
make sure to chew with your mouth closed. Be polite to your waiter or your
waitress and to the other customers in the resturant. One meal that the
British are known for is their Fish and Chips so this definetly something thay
you will want to try.
 SIGHTS TO SEE AND THINGS TO DO!
There are many sites to see and things to do in London that you don’t want to
miss seeing. Sites that you will want to see are the Tower of London, Big Ben,
Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey.

Things you will want to do in London are ride the London Eye, ride on a
Double Decker Bus, and go shopping at Harrods. Click here for more
information about these sites and things to do! This link will also include
This is Big Ben with a Double Decker bus
other sites and things to do in London!
driving by

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