Today is my 3rd day in the UK. Here are some of my observations so far: 1. People, locals, usually say "Thank you" when getting off a bus, going out from a shop/restaurant after a nice meal, and in all small things you can imagine. They are very polite. 2. Transportation is very organized and systematic. As for the buses, they have schedules and they arrive on time. 3. FOOD IS CRAZY! They give you BIG SERVINGS! Like BIG! It took me some time to finish mine. I think one food serving is like good for 2-3 persons. 4. The weather is very cold and I like it. 5. When you go to major stores/shops, they will charge you 5 pence for the shop bag. My fiance said it is to encourage people to recycle their bags. 6. Cosmetics are cheap compared to the prices in the Philippines. 7. Bring your moisturizers. Your skin needs it. So far, I'm loving the UK. I will try to write more and give some ideas to people who are about to come over.
Glad you like it. I'd question the idea that buses turn up on time though! I think you've just been lucky so far. In Britain we have a common saying that things are "like buses" because one doesn't turn up for ages then two turn up together.
Early days...... Mind you, it has a lot of good moments... After all I have been in this green and pleasant land for over 40 years... Murderers get lots less...
Lol @tipipay I agree with everything, well except the cosmetics part I've not really checked them. Hope to hear more from your experience
I hope you've noticed also that unlike the Philippines, the UK isn't covered in rubbish/garbage/basura, whatever you want to to call it... from end to end. It is against the law to throw litter in the street here... or just to dump rubbish, and the law is enforced, thank goodness. That is the one thing that I find so disappointing in the Phils, this tendancy to just throw EVERYTHING on to the floor. No excuse for it. The UK isn't perfect in that regard, but it's the first thing I notice (apart from the temperature) whenever I return to the UK.
Glad you are enjoying it so far, long may it continue. Will have to keep a watch on your posts so I can show my fiancée it's not all bad here for when she will be able to come and join me.
i live in a very friendly place--the isle of Wight--which is just off the south coast of England--near Portsmouth and Southampton. its normal practice to say thankyou to the bus driver. costs nothing--and hopefully makes them feel appreciated. My wife loves living in the uk--has lived here 3 times now--since 2008. in the UK--many things are now relatively cheap--especially those made in China. LED tv's for instance. cheaper now than theyve ever been. Energy costs are high--gas and electricity--and car fuel. Cigarettes are dearer now than theyve ever been...not that it affects me. But i know people who spend far more on fags than they do on food.
I'm sure your fiance will surely love the UK, especially when you're always there to help her adapt in the new environment. I'm happy that my fiance is always there to teach me on how things works and all. I love how processes are systematic like queuing in stores/shops. It's very simplified and fast. So far, so good. Honestly, there is so much to learn, especially the accent and some terms I'm not used to. Hopefully, your fiance will be able to join you here soon.
I would agree with you on this @graham59. I just realized, and forgot to mention on this post, that the places I've been to are quite clean. Yes, no smelly scent of garbage around (even on the streets) and clean air.
I would agree with you that saying thank you will make them feel appreciated. Honestly, it's not really a norm in the Philippines. Some people say thank you, some don't. But here, most of them (maybe all?) give thanks. I've been to a store called Primark yesterday. My fiance told me it's one of the stores that offer products on very low prices. I wasn't disappointed, truly cheap but the clothes are still nice. Yes when I checked some of the clothes, it says Made in Cambodia. No big deal, as long as it serves it purpose. Looking forward to learn more about your country.
Primark has been my go to when I was there lol it's really cheap, very affordable. I had a funny experience with Primark though, well not with them directly. I'll tell you about it on the GC
Nothing wrong with Primark, lots of good quality cheap stuff to be had there, I get most of my T-shirts from Primark, I've seen me take stuff out to the Phils having bought it for less here in Primark than I could get it for in the Phils.
Let me add mine, - my son's buggy pocket comes with a shopping bag all the time. - my face is so dry every after shower so I apply this burt's bees given by mum in law last Christmas. - i notice that when we were in the parent's house, breakfast and lunch weren't a big thing but dinner. They/us separately prepare what they fancy for lunch which was sandwich most of the time. - haven't experienced the bus nor trains yet but I wish to especially the double decker bus - sometimes when you shop, you don't get a cashier nor bagger unlike in the Philippines. - reliable postal system unlike in the Ph I don't have many experiences to share as I can't go out most of the time because Fiancé works and son "behaves" lol
I agree, one of my pet hates is people throwing litter on the ground, doesn't matter how poor the country is you can keep it tidy with a little discipline, peoples surroundings are so much better without litter.
Yay thank you for this list! Made me excited. Cosmetic products are cheap? Which brands and how much? Lol. I'm not into makeup, but I may as well be! Also, just curious. What is your skin type? Mine is quite oily so Philippine summers are the worst for me. Maybe UK weather will normalise my oiliness, but yeah, everyone should moisturise! Hope you continue having fun. Looking forward to your future lists!
Looks like we are going to have to add a cosmetics section to the forum I've had to use lip balm today because its cold outside
