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Do you ever come across information about your country which makes you chuckle,
or think "wot!" Or maybe think I never knew that.
I came across this about London and it made me laugh, but it's sort of true as well!
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/england/london/travel-tips-and-articles/london-dos-and-donts
Picture the scene: you’re on a busy train on the London Underground when you accidentally
step on someone’s foot. Your fellow traveller mumbles an inexplicable apology, and you
respond by making eye contact and initiating a conversation. Silence envelops the carriage
and everyone’s gaze drops to the floor, while the other person pulls the face of someone
who’s been told they have seven seconds to live. Five seconds ago.You’ve just breached
London social etiquette. Don’t worry, the most you’re likely to suffer is a tut in your general
direction – that’s as confrontational as most British people get. Even so, if you’d rather blend
in like a local when exploring the capital, keep these dos and don’ts in mind
Do make the most of the free attractions London has some of the greatest cultural
attractions in the world, and most of them are free, including the permanent
collections at the Natural History Museum, the British Museum, the National Portrait Gallery
and Tate Modern, as well as the Changing of the Guard (every other day at Buckingham Palace).
Don’t ignore the queue
Queuing is sacred to British culture and you’ll cause unanimous disgruntlement if you
try to jump ahead. In situations where there is more than one end point (for example
three cash points next to each other) it’s normal for a single queue to form, with the
next in line taking the next available slot.
Don’t use the Underground during peak times
Rush hour on the London Underground can sometimes resemble a humanitarian
crisis in suits: avoid it from 7.30–9.30am (the busiest time), and 5–7pm (not quite
as hectic) if you can help it. If you’ve no choice (for example if you need to get to
the airport) it may be worth setting off a little earlier.
On the plus side it did have some positive information!
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/england
