{"id":13975,"date":"2022-08-18T12:30:21","date_gmt":"2022-08-18T18:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/?p=13975"},"modified":"2023-06-10T17:03:54","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T22:33:54","slug":"travel-to-england-2022-travel-guide-advice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/travel-to-england-2022-travel-guide-advice\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel To England: 2023 Travel Guide & Advice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Travel to England for tea and scones, the changing of the guards, tons of art and music, and lots of history to learn. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While this country is known for its fun accent and dreary weather, it offers so much more than that! (One of those things being a cheese rolling event<\/a> where people chase cheese down a hill.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stroll through the cosmopolitan streets of London, soak in the Roman Baths in Bath, have a beer at The Cavern Club in Liverpool, and follow Harry Potter\u2019s footsteps in Oxford. 

Take a look at these travel journal prompts<\/a> before you start your journey and make sure you get ready with the Pack This! App<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

General Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Population: <\/strong>Roughly 56.4 million<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Capital: <\/strong>London<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location: <\/strong>As a part of the United Kingdom, England shares borders with Wales to the west and Scotland to the north. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flag: <\/strong>A white background with a red cross in the center. The flag is derived from Saint George\u2019s Cross. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time Zone: <\/strong>Greenwich Mean Time<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Currency: <\/strong>The British pound<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Language:<\/strong> The national language is English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Climate: <\/strong>England has a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures. The weather is damp relatively frequently, but the area\u2019s rainfall is spread evenly throughout the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Religion: <\/strong>Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in England. There is no official religion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Visa Information:<\/strong> To find out if a visa is required for your country \u2014 and easily get yours if needed \u2014 check out iVisa.com.

Best Time To Visit: <\/strong>Visit during May, June, September, and October, for mild to warm weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health & Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As of August 2022, the CDC does not recommend traveling to England if you are not vaccinated. If you must travel to England, be sure you are up to date with your vaccines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find information regarding COVID-19 and travel to England here<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow the CDC guidelines<\/a> for current travel advisories, as well as the U.S. Embassy guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical Costs in England<\/strong>
The average cost of food per day in England is \u00a330. The fancier the restaurant, the more expensive the meal! So if you\u2019re sticking to a budget, consider street food<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food To Eat in England <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Not sure where to head for dinner tonight? Check out our guide with 7 Tips And Tricks To Help You Choose A Great Restaurant While Traveling<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tea and scones<\/strong>, please! Venture into a tea room and enjoy tea, scones with clotted cream and jam. You\u2019re going to love them when you travel to England! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you enjoy seafood, the fish and chips<\/strong> in England are like nowhere else in the world. Fresh battered fish, usually cod or haddock, and fries. Yum! You can get this classic staple in almost every restaurant, but we think the best versions are from the food stalls on the streets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A full English breakfast<\/strong>, which is not the same but can be compared to a full Irish breakfast, <\/strong>features bacon, eggs, British sausage, baked beans, fried tomato, fried mushrooms, black pudding, and fried and toasted bread. It is a hearty meal that has become a British staple. A must-try and one of 52 breakfasts around the world<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bangers and mash<\/strong> is a comfort dish in England, and it\u2019s easy to see why. The dish features sausage, mashed potatoes, and gravy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beef wellington<\/strong> is a popular dish that you may have heard of or enjoyed your own version of! This dish includes a filet of steak coated with p\u00e2t\u00e9 and duxelles (a mushroom mixture), wrapped in puff pastry, and baked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finger sandwiches<\/strong> or tea sandwiches are another tea time staple. These are small sandwiches cut into triangles or rectangles, with no crust. The fillings are simple and light, including egg salad, cucumber and cream cheese, or smoked salmon and cream cheese. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sticky toffee pudding<\/strong> is a British favorite for good reason. It includes a moist sponge cake, made with finely chopped dates, covered in toffee sauce. The dessert is often served with vanilla ice-cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Victoria sponge cake<\/strong> is different from a regular sponge cake. It is lighter and fluffiier and usually made up of two sponge cakes, with a layer of jam and fresh whipped or vanilla cream between them. It is then sprinkled with powdered sugar. The infamous dessert is named after how Queen Victoria would have enjoyed it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you travel to England during the Christmas season, you will inevitably come across a mince pie. <\/strong>A mince pie is made with mincemeat, a mixture of fruit and spices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinks To Try in England <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It is a must that you try traditional English tea <\/strong>when you visit the Brits. Wherever you go in the country, there will be plenty of opportunities to try English tea. Take advantage of them! Having tea is a favorite pastime of British culture and you’ll hear locals say, “Fancy a cuppa?” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many popular martini <\/strong>recipes started in London, like the Breakfast Martini or the Espresso Martini. If you enjoy a cocktail or two, we invite you to try the martinis in England. Did you know The Connaught Bar, in London, was named #1 of the 50 Best Bars in the World in 2021<\/a>? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Gin and Tonic <\/strong>was not started in England, the British version is sure to razzle dazzle your taste buds. It is a classic in the country. Try gin from a wide range of distilleries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Cities To Visit in England<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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There\u2019s so much to do when you travel to England \u2014 say hello to Big Ben, enjoy tea time at a tea shop, soak up Dorset\u2019s Jurassic Coast, and experience the hustle and bustle of London. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

London<\/strong>, England\u2019s capital city, is full of history and should be a stop on your itinerary when you travel to England. Walking through and around the city center you\u2019ll see traditional rituals like the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace, the old-school red telephone booths that are Insta-famous, and plenty of pubs and shops for tea. Visit St. James Park, Westminster Abbey, Abbey Road, Camden Market, Borough Market, the Shoreditch neighborhood, Covent Garden, Hyde Park, the London Eye (save your money, you don\u2019t need to go up in it) Tower of London, and Tower Bridge. History buff? Make a stop at the Churchill War Rooms, the National Gallery, and the British Museum. Lots to do! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manchester <\/strong>is a city of soccer, art, and music. The city is well known for its soccer team and for producing famous bands like The Smiths and Oasis. Explore The John Rylands Library, The Manchester Museum, Etihad Stadium, Science and Industry Museum, Manchester Art Gallery, the National Football Museum, Northern Quarter, Manchester Cathedral, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool <\/strong>is known for some pretty cool things and for being the home of some pretty cool people! The Beatles! If you are a music fan or a Beatles fan, this city should be on your itinerary when you travel to England. Take a ride on the Magical Mystery bus and learn all about the Beatles\u2019 childhoods. Check out Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, the Cavern Club, Museum of Liverpool, and Crosby Beach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bath<\/strong>, once the home of Jane Austen, will please literary and spa lovers alike. The city is home to thousands of buildings with architectural merit, as well as the Thermae Bath Spa, which was a favorite spot of the Celts and Romans. How cool! Visit Bath Abbey, the Roman Baths, Pulteney Bridge, The Circus, and just stroll around to see the incredible architecture. Stop in a pub. Eat, drink, be merry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Birmingham <\/strong>is England\u2019s second largest city and it is home to tons of canals, the filming location of Peaky Blinders, and Cadbury chocolate – yum! Whoever you travel to England with, whether that be friends, family, or a solo trip, will enjoy Birmingham. Visit Cadbury World, the Birmingham Back to Backs, Aston Hall, the Birmingham Library, and Snobs. Foodies will love this city with more Michelin stars than any UK city outside of London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The southern city of Brighton<\/strong>, about an hour\u2019s train ride from London, is known for being a fun place to be because of its quirky neighborhoods, art scene, and diverse communities. Go on rides at Brighton Pier, relax at the beach, go listen to live music, and visit the Royal Pavilion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oxford, <\/strong>the city of Dreaming Spires, is a must for literary fans<\/a> for several reasons! Tour the beautiful Bodleian Library at Oxford University, visit the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, and peek inside Oxford Prison and Castle. Stroll through University Parks and take a picture with the Bridge of Sighs. A visit to Oxford is an opportunity for you to live your Harry Potter dreams, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must-See Sights in England <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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