Diana and I are starting to get excited about our upcoming May 2008 trip to England, Scotland, and Wales. We decided on an escorted tour, the Best of Britain by Trafalgar with a couple of days added in London at the end. I was last in London about 35 years ago (tut tut), so I am sure some things have changed as well as remained the same. I, particularly, love English history as it is the very basis of our own American history.
I know about most of the traditional historical sites, however, I don't want to miss anything worth seeing in London or nearby. What is the London Eye? Is there a not-to-miss pub in Chelsea where we are staying? Any helpful hints besides bring LOTS of money?
My wife has never been to England so I have tortured her (not really) with reading a hefty tome to give her a "flavor" of old England. The Autobiography of Henry VIII, by Margaret George is a historical novel that paints the English tableau very well. I enjoyed it much more, I am sure, but even Diana found it charming except for its length. And now I want her to read Mary, Queen of Scotland and the Isles, also by Margaret George but I may be pushing my luck.
So readers, comment away with tips, warnings, and anecdotes for all to savor.
I know about most of the traditional historical sites, however, I don't want to miss anything worth seeing in London or nearby. What is the London Eye? Is there a not-to-miss pub in Chelsea where we are staying? Any helpful hints besides bring LOTS of money?
My wife has never been to England so I have tortured her (not really) with reading a hefty tome to give her a "flavor" of old England. The Autobiography of Henry VIII, by Margaret George is a historical novel that paints the English tableau very well. I enjoyed it much more, I am sure, but even Diana found it charming except for its length. And now I want her to read Mary, Queen of Scotland and the Isles, also by Margaret George but I may be pushing my luck.
So readers, comment away with tips, warnings, and anecdotes for all to savor.
