Category: Air Travel

• Essential Travel Tips for Americans Visiting the UK

  

  When planning a trip or relocation from the US to the UK, essential tips include packing extra foldable bags for souvenirs and using UK electrical adapters for devices. Understand that UK bathrooms lack power outlets, and consider leaving a travel kit with family in the US. Membership perks can enhance travel experiences.

  yankeebrit

  July 25, 2025

  Air Travel, Driving, Family, Holidays, Relocate, Travel, Welcome

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• Understanding U.K. Calendar and Time Formats

  

  Understanding U.K. calendar and time formats can be challenging for Americans relocating or traveling to the U.K. Key differences include date formats, which impact legal documents, and the prevalence of the 24-hour clock. Being aware of these differences can prevent confusion and ensure a smoother experience navigating daily life and travel.

  yankeebrit

  March 14, 2025

  Air Travel, Conversion, Relocate, Sharing, Travel

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• Interesting Differences Across the Pond ~

  

  Let’s take a closer look at some interesting differences across the pond! Last month two of my very good friends traveled across the pond from the Boston area to come visit me in England. Our goal was to simply enjoy our time together, enjoy the local surroundings, laugh, and reconnect! It was eye opening to…

  yankeebrit

  October 30, 2023

  Air Travel, Coast, Dining, Driving, Relocate, Restaurants, Sharing, Shopping, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• Americans Abroad ~

  

  How do people immediately identify Americans abroad? Read on for some of the quirky traits Americans have … and don’t even know it!

  yankeebrit

  September 8, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Geography, History, Relocate, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• Travel the World and Be A Part Of It

  

  Wherever you travel in the world, immerse yourself in the culture. Enjoy the local food. Learn a few key words to enhance your experience and show your interest in the places you visit!!  

  yankeebrit

  May 19, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Dining, Food Items, Food/Recipes, History, Restaurants, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome, words

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• Beautiful Corfu Greece

  

  Bask in the end of day sun in Corfu Greece

  yankeebrit

  May 14, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Celebrate, Coast, Sharing, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Weather, Welcome

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• Travel to Beautiful Corfu Greece

  

  Travel to beautiful Corfu Greece and explore the gorgeous views, beautiful glistening seas and welcoming Greek people.

  yankeebrit

  May 13, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Celebrate, Coast, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Waves, Welcome

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• Destination Greece and More Travel Tips

  

  Destination Greece and some helpful travel tips! Read on for some helpful hints and make your travels easier and more enjoyable!

  yankeebrit

  May 12, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Celebrate, Coast, Dining, Geography, Sharing, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Weather, Welcome

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• Vacation Travel to Corfu Greece!

  

  Our second visit to Greece ~ this time to Corfu! Our 2nd wedding anniversary will see us taking our vacation to travel to Corfu, Greece! Beautiful country, lovely people, amazing food!

  yankeebrit

  May 11, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Celebrate, Coast, Dining, Geography, Sharing, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• American Travel to England ~

  

  If you’re an American traveling to England, making international phone calls can be a bit challenging. Read on to find what the best options are for your travel!

  yankeebrit

  April 26, 2023

  Air Travel, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Travel Across the Pond to the U.K. ~

  

  A geography lesson for your travels across the pond to the U.K. ~ in a fun and interesting way of course! 

  yankeebrit

  April 24, 2023

  Air Travel, Coast, Geography, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Travel Tips for Your Trip Across the Pond ~

  

  I’d like to share some helpful travel tips for your next trip across the pond! Whether it’s a relocation or a vacation (holiday) here are some tips to make things a bit easier.  

  yankeebrit

  April 23, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Relocate, Sharing, Shopping, Travel, Welcome

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• American Relocation and Travel to the U.K.~

  

  American Relocation and Travel to the U.K.~ Read on for some helpful travel tips about American relocation, or travel,to the U.K.!

  yankeebrit

  April 14, 2023

  Air Travel, Conversion, Relocate, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• Back across the pond in Brit Country!

  

  After a lovely visit to Yank country, back across the pond to home and hubby…

  yankeebrit

  April 8, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Coast, Driving, Family, Holidays, Relocate, Sharing, Sunset, Travel, Weather, Welcome

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• Time to Go Home to Brit Country!

  

  Another successful visit to Yank country!

  yankeebrit

  April 6, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Another Milestone for Me Today…

  

  Another Milestone for Me Today… Today I reached 100 posts!!!!

  yankeebrit

  April 4, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Coast, Conversion, Cream Tea, Dining, Driving, Family, Food/Recipes, Geography, History, Relocate, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome, words

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• I’ve Reached Two Milestones This Week in My Relocation to Brit Country!!

  

  What an amazing milestone! To know that I have had 5000 views of my posts in just over two months time is awesome! Thank you to all who read my posts, follow my blog, provide such lovely comments and feedback and support me (especially my wonderful husband).

  yankeebrit

  March 31, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• New England has so very much to offer!

  

  From gorgeous coastlines to beautiful mountains, four unique seasons…New England at its’ finest…

  yankeebrit

  March 30, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Boating, Celebrate, Coast, Dining, Driving, Family, Food Items, Geography, History, Relocate, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Weather, Welcome

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• A Beautiful Day in Millbury, Massachusetts Yank Country

  

  A Beautiful Day in Millbury, Massachusetts Yank Country Sunny and 60 degrees Fahrenheit (15 degrees Celsius)!

  yankeebrit

  March 28, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Dining, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Daylight Savings Time (DST) in Yank and Brit Countries, Part 2!!

  

  Daylight Savings Time (DST) in Yank and Brit Countries, Part 2!! It’s time for the Brits to change their clocks now!

  yankeebrit

  March 25, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Conversion, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• It’s the Weekend in Yank Country and Across the Pond!

  

  It’s the Weekend in Yank Country and Across the Pond!

  yankeebrit

  March 25, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Teaching Your Yank Granddaughter to say “Cheers” Like a Brit…Priceless!!!

  

  Teaching Your Yank Granddaughter to say “Cheers” Like a Brit…Priceless

  yankeebrit

  March 24, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Dining, Family, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Getting Into the Swing of Things Back in Yank Country…

  

  Visiting family and friends, driving on the “right” side of the road, lunching at a Yank restaurant.

  yankeebrit

  March 23, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Dining, Family, Food Items, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Here in lovely, chilly Boston, Massachusetts, Yank Country!

  

  Here in lovely, chilly Boston, Massachusetts, Yank Country! Landed on time, even a little early!

  yankeebrit

  March 22, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Driving, Family, Geography, Holidays, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• And I’m Off! At London Heathrow Airport…

  

  And I’m Off! At London Heathrow Airport… Ready to head back to Yank country tonight!

  yankeebrit

  March 21, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• YESSSS!!! Spring Has Sprung Finally…

  

  YESSSS!!! Spring Has Sprung Finally… Well at least as far as the calendar goes! Today is the Spring Equinox, the first full day of spring 2023!!

  yankeebrit

  March 21, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Sharing, Travel, Weather, Welcome

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• I’m almost ready for my first trip back across the pond to Yank country since I started this blog!

  

  I’m almost ready for my first trip back to Yank country since I started this blog! Follow what goes into planning a visit across the pond with some helpful travel hints!

  yankeebrit

  March 20, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Family, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• A Trip to Covent Garden in London ~

  

  Covent Garden is an absolute must!  Located in the heart of London with so much to see and do it is a springboard to everything London!

  yankeebrit

  March 12, 2023

  Air Travel, Boating, Celebrate, Cream Tea, Dining, Food Items, Geography, History, Sharing, Shopping, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• Daylight Savings Time (DST) in Yank and Brit Countries…

  

  This is a reminder to both sides of the pond that Yank country will be changing their clocks this weekend!

  yankeebrit

  March 11, 2023

  Air Travel, Conversion, Geography, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Let’s Talk About Chocolate!!!

  

  My family in Yank country absolutely LOVES Brit chocolate.  Take a look at some of their Brit faves, and some of our Yank faves too!!

  yankeebrit

  March 10, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Food Items, Sharing, Shopping, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• A Calm and Gorgeous Look at Old Harry Rocks

  

  A Calm and Gorgeous Look at Old Harry Rocks A little follow up to yesterday’s post ~ have a watch and breathe…

  yankeebrit

  March 8, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Boating, Celebrate, Coast, Sharing, Sunrise, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Waves

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• Let’s Take a Visit to Corfe Castle!  

  

  Corfe Castle is a stunning fortification standing on a hill in the village of Corfe, on the Isle of Purbeck, in the Brit county of Dorset.

  yankeebrit

  March 5, 2023

  Air Travel, Cream Tea, Dining, Geography, History, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• Sunrise…Sunset

  

  1 minute 45 seconds of serenity

  yankeebrit

  March 1, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Boating, Celebrate, Relocate, Sharing, Sunrise, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Water Sports, Waves, Welcome

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• Metric vs. Imperial Measurements ~ Yank vs. Brit Differences

  

  Weight, temperature, cooking and baking measurements…. all different across the pond.  Read on for some helpful hints and tools!

  yankeebrit

  February 28, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Conversion, Food/Recipes, Relocate, Sharing, Travel

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• Words That Mean the Same But Are Spelled (spelt) Different in Yank vs. Brit ~  

  

  Words That Mean the Same But Are Spelled (spelt) Different in Yank vs. Brit ~

  yankeebrit

  February 23, 2023

  Air Travel, Conversion, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome, words

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• Let’s Visit Vegas in Yank Country!

  

  Have you ever been to Las Vegas? Would you like to know more about what to see and do?

  yankeebrit

  February 22, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Dining, Geography, Holidays, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• A Yummy Sunday Roast to Help Warm Up After Our Marina Walk

  Yummy and delish Sunday Roast

  yankeebrit

  February 12, 2023

  Air Travel, Boating, Dining, Food Items, Food/Recipes, Sharing, Sunday Roast

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• Relocating? Staying Connected ~ Share! Share! Share!

   SO, you’ve taken the plunge and relocated. You’ve left family, friends, co-workers, lifestyle behind. How do you stay in touch? How do you feel a part of things when you’re not where you used to be??

  yankeebrit

  February 11, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Holidays, Puzzles, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Weather

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• Experience the Entire Journey

  Experience and inhale the entire journey

  yankeebrit

  February 9, 2023

  Air Travel, Beach, Celebrate, Holidays, Sharing, Sunrise, Sunset, Travel

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• A Geography Lesson ~ Yank Country vs. Brit Country

  

  Let’s talk geography of U.S.A. and U.K.! Compare size, population, and distances.

  yankeebrit

  January 25, 2023

  Air Travel, Geography, Relocate, Travel

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• SPECIAL EDITION! Making the decision to relocate and making as smooth a transition as possible for all involved

  

  Making the decision to relocate and making as smooth a transition as possible for all involved

  yankeebrit

  January 19, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Relocate, Sharing, Shopping, Travel, Welcome

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• Ease of Travel: Relocating or Vacation (Holiday)

  

  Ease of Travel: Relocating or Vacation (Holiday) Some helpful hints for travel or relocating!

  yankeebrit

  January 17, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Driving, Holidays, Relocate, Sharing, Shopping, Travel, Welcome

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• Shopping:Groceries Clothing, DIY

  

  Learn about comparable stores UK vs. US. Retail hours, High street shops! Convenient ways to plan for extra baggage!

  yankeebrit

  January 16, 2023

  Air Travel, Food Items, Relocate, Sharing, Shopping, Travel, Welcome

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• Yummy Yank Food Items Not Found In England

  

  Find the things you miss the most..or bring them with you!!! And don’t forget to enjoy what Brit has to offer!

  yankeebrit

  January 15, 2023

  Air Travel, Celebrate, Food Items, Food/Recipes, Relocate, Sharing, Shopping, Welcome

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