TripHip - Travel Tips and Advice for Traveling on a Budget

London is a huge travel hub, and when you are flying overseas, there is a good chance you will have to transfer there. Whether you are visiting Europe, Africa or Asia, many flights connect in London (especially when flying from the USA). But unlike transferring in other large cities, where you just have to find your way around the airport between flights, you might have to change airports in London.

There are six airports in London, though Heathrow and Gatwick are the most popular for international flights. So if you are transferring in London, make sure you know which airport you need to be at for your connection. You might have to get all the way across the city, rather than just across a terminal.

Eating out in England, particularly in London, is much more expensive than in the USA. However, the traditional fare of fish and chips, wrapped in paper and eaten on a park bench is as good as gets. Sprinkle salt and vinegar on the battered fish, just like the locals do!

Alternatively, pubs serve excellent home-cooked fare, often called 'Pub Grub' which is always generously portioned, hot and tasty.

Carveries are another great British deal - basically they are all you can fit on your plate from the buffet and include carved meats, crispy roast potatoes, a wide selection of vegetables and sides along with lashings of thick brown gravy.