Category: Holidays

• 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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• Explore Cornwall U.K. and Bask in Quaint English Village Life

  

  Mevagissey, a charming fishing village in Cornwall, U.K., is known for its quaint seaside atmosphere. Located a few hours from Poole and London, it attracts many visitors, especially during summer. The village offers scenic coastal walks, local pubs, and boutique stores, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway.

  yankeebrit

  November 21, 2024

  Beach, Boating, Coast, Dining, Driving, Geography, Holidays, Relocate, Restaurants, Sharing, Shopping, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel

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• Thailand as a Tourist Destination! ~ Villa Life!

  

  In this second post about visiting Thailand as a tourist destination, I will share with you the villa life! Lets explore villa life on the island of Koh Lanta, Thailand as we explore more about Thailand as a Tourist destination! When visiting Thailand we opted to stay at a villa on the island of Koh…

  yankeebrit

  February 8, 2024

  Beach, Celebrate, Coast, Dining, Food Items, Food/Recipes, Holidays, Sharing, Shopping, Sunset, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Weather, Welcome

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• Explore Destination Seville Spain!

  

  Explore the beautiful destination of Seville, Spain!  A fantastic “city break” with amazing history, food, culture, and fantastic people. Explore Seville, Spain over a long weekend! Enjoy the culture, history, and sunshiny warmth ~ Now for those of you in the U.S. Spain may sound so very far away and exotic. While it is exotic, taking a…

  yankeebrit

  February 4, 2024

  Celebrate, Dining, Food Items, Food/Recipes, Geography, History, Holidays, Restaurants, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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• It’s Independence Day Across the Pond!

  

  Happy Independence Day across the pond to all of my family and friends! Enjoy your celebrations!

  yankeebrit

  July 4, 2023

  Celebrate, Food Items, History, Holidays, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel

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• Memorial Day Across the Pond

  

  Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Forces.

  yankeebrit

  May 29, 2023

  Celebrate, History, Holidays, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Across the Pond for the Coronation of King Charles III

  

  Let’s have a look at history in the making!  Travel across the pond to England for the Coronation of King Charles III.

  yankeebrit

  May 4, 2023

  Celebrate, History, Holidays, Relocate, Sharing, 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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• 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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• Happy St. Patricks Day!!!

  

  Happy St. Patricks Day!!! To all my fam and friends in Yank country ~ enjoy your green beer and corned beef dinners!

  yankeebrit

  March 17, 2023

  Celebrate, Dining, Food Items, Food/Recipes, Holidays, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Athelhampton ~ A Great Day Out in Dorset, England!

  

  Last week I posted about Las Vegas, in Yank country (https://yankeebrit.blog/2023/02/22/lets-visit-vegas-in-yank-country/). Today, let’s travel back to England and visit a stately mansion and gardens!

  yankeebrit

  February 27, 2023

  Celebrate, Cream Tea, Dining, Geography, Holidays, Sharing, Toruist Attractions, Travel, Welcome

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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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• Tuesday, February 21st 2023–Pancake Day in England!

  

  Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday, is a special day celebrated in many countries around the world. It is celebrated in English-speaking countries like the UK, Ireland, Australia and Canada. In France, the USA and other countries, it is called ‘Mardi Gras’ or ‘Fat Tuesday’.

  yankeebrit

  February 20, 2023

  Celebrate, Dining, Food Items, Food/Recipes, History, Holidays, Relocate, Sharing, Travel, Welcome

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• Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone ~

  Love who you are

  yankeebrit

  February 14, 2023

  Beach, Boating, Celebrate, Holidays, Sharing, Sunrise, Sunset, Travel, Welcome

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• My Other Favorite Coastlines Across the Pond

  Both Yank and Brit countries have gorgeous coast lines. Check out my fave on the east coast of the U.S. in Maine:

  yankeebrit

  February 13, 2023

  Beach, Boating, Geography, Holidays, Sharing, Sunrise, Sunset, Travel, Water Sports

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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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• Join me for a weekend jaunt to Hamworthy, Dorset U.K.

  

  Hamworthy is a district of Poole, located in Dorset County, U.K. A quick jaunt over the weekend with some pics to share!! It’s always fun to explore different places!

  yankeebrit

  January 29, 2023

  Beach, Food/Recipes, Holidays, Relocate, Sunset, Travel

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• Yank Federal Holidays vs Brit Bank Holidays

  

  When I first came to England it seemed like there were many more “Bank Holidays” than there were Federal Holidays in the U.S. So…I googled it of course! Once I looked closer, the U.S. actually has one more federal (bank) holiday than the U.K.!! And this includes this year’s extra bank holiday in the U.K.…

  yankeebrit

  January 28, 2023

  Holidays, Relocate, Travel

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• Celebrate Burns Night  ~  A Little Scottish History Lesson

  

  Scottish History–Burns Night. Learn about the Burns Night Dinners. Haggis and all the fixings!

  yankeebrit

  January 23, 2023

  Celebrate, Food Items, Food/Recipes, Holidays, Travel

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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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