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Anglophile Alert: Win an Alice in Wonderland Themed Trip to London from Organix

File this under strange contest sponsors. Ogranix – some health and beauty... 

World’s Smallest Pop-up Hotel Appears in London – Visit London

This is pretty fun – Visit London have teamed up with Radisson Edwardian Hotels... 

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Doctor Who

This Week in Doctor Who: Karen Gillan Gets Sexy, Matt Smith Opens Up, More Set Pics Galore – SPOILERS!

As we count down to Doctor Who on April 3rd – there are many exciting things... 

Cool Doctor Who Merchandise From the BBC America Shop: Figures, T-Shirts, DVD’s and More

I was browsing the BBC America shop today and I found some really cool products I... 

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Anglophile Reviews

Help Answering an Age Old Question: Is the Tube or a Taxi Cheaper?

When it comes to traveling around central London – tourist and locals alike... 

Anglophile Reviews: Secret London – Exploring the Hidden City

Secret London This is the coolest book about London, ever. I don’t say that... 

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London

Picadilly Circus To Get A Major Facelift for London 2012

The New and Improved Piccadilly Circus When Americans think of quintessential London... 

What’s the best way to get into central London from Heathrow Airport?

Well, it depends. By far the cheapest way to get into London from Heathrow is to... 

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Dispatches from the North

Dispatches from the North: A Journey from Hartlepool to America

I was reading the local paper the Hartlepool Mail last week and came across this... 

Dispatches from the North: Wait, the Winter Olympics are on?

I’m ashamed to admit that I didn’t realize the Winter Olympics had started... 

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Travel

Air New Zealand Unveils Revolutionary New Cabins – Lie Down in Coach!

"I Can't Believe We're in Coach" Air New Zealand – the ever... 

Dispatches from the North: The Tall Ships are coming to Hartlepool!

Hartlepool was chosen to be the final port for the 2010 Tall Ships Races this summer... 

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Recent Blog Posts

BA Strike Latest: Unite Union Expected to Announce Strike Date Later Today

There was eerie silence coming from UNITE today as they did not mention a word about their plans for a potential British Airways Strike after talks broke down on Wednesday. They’ve called a news conference for Friday where they are expected to announce strike dates. Here’s... 

Radio Daze: British Radio is Awesome – Guide to British Radio Part 1

When was the last time you listened to the radio? I don’t mean, when did you last have it turned on, i mean really, really listen. When did you last become so engrossed in what you heard you stopped what you were doing? When did it last give you a good belly laugh, make you... 

BA Strike Latest: British Airways Talks Break Down – Strike Likely #bastrikes

Sky News is reporting that talks between British Airways and it’s union have broken down without an agreement. No further talks are planned. This means a strike is likely to happen, possibly as soon as next Thursday. No BA strike dates have been announced yet, but as soon as... 

Where to Get BBC Magazine Subscriptions in the USA

One of the great things about the BBC America shop is that they feature a lot of products that are hard to find in local stores. One product I’m really glad they offer are subscriptions to excellent BBC published magazine. So, if you were wondering where to get a subscription... 

Guest Post: Guide to Renting a Self Catering Cottage in Britain and in England

Editor’s Note: The following is a guest post from Jane – who owns the fabulous Updown Cottage which we had the pleasure to stay in last November. Since she’s an expert on everything self-catering – I asked who to put together this excellent guide to renting... 

BA Strike Latest: British Airways Strike Looking Likely – Next Week Possible

We’re getting various reports that British Airways is going to reject UNITE’s proposals today so it’s looking very likely that there will be a British Airways strike. Still no word on BA strike dates yet – but many are reporting that it could start as soon... 

Pirate Radio – The Boat That Rocked DVD Differences Explained

We’ve written before about the travesty that is Pirate Radio – a recut of the excellent movie The Boat The Rocked. You can read all about the differences between the two here. Now, the question is what will the DVD be like? Well, John Rabon on the Brit Track mailing list... 

Guest Post: The Top 5 British Collector Coins from Panda America

Editor’s Note: The following is a sponsored guest post from our fabulous advertiser, Panda America, a source for awesome collectable British Coins. Panda America, official distributor for the Royal Mint has compiled a List of the Top 5 British coins, as follows: 1. Most Popular... 

This Week in Doctor Who: Karen Gillan Gets Sexy, Matt Smith Opens Up, More Set Pics Galore – SPOILERS!

As we count down to Doctor Who on April 3rd – there are many exciting things to report in the Whoverse. This week we have sexy pictures of new companion Karen Gillan, More Episode Names, Matt Smith Opens up to the Guardian and some awesome set pics. Light Spoilers!!! You’ve... 

Where I Want My Kids to go to School: The School At the Bottom of Gold Hill

This was forwarded to me by a dear friend who happens to own a cottage on Gold Hill. It’s the most adorable video made by the students of the Abbey Primary School, which is located at the bottom of Gold Hill. Hopefully, one day, our kids will get to go there!  Read More →

Guest Post: Steven Graubart – An Orchid’s Unusual Friend

Editor’s Note: The following is a guest post from Steve Graubart of ArtSpock Orchid researchers in association with Royal Botanic Gardens (Kew) have made a recent discovery that is sure to improve the reputation of crickets, an insect notorious for devouring flowers. In 2008,... 

Oscar Results Are In and the Brits Did Terrible – Complete Academy Awards Winners Inside

Well the Academy had their grand evening and they said “NO” to the British this year. The only Anglophile related winner of the night was “Young Victoria” for Best Costume Design. The boys from Aardman animation couldn’t even bring it in with the brilliant... 

Anglophile Twitter Updates for 2010-03-07

Dreams don't happen unless you try. # RT @LDN: £10 tickets for the London Eye http://bit.ly/9Iz42F # RT @TimeOutLondon: We've just launched Facebook page: become a fan, have a chat and we'll feed you with Londony tidbits http://bit.ly/cKF9qj # Wow! The pound exchange... 

British TV Podcast Show #22 – Jessica (Stevenson) Hynes

The British TV Podcast with Chrissy & Ryan Show #22 features a look at the career of actress and writer Jessica Hynes (nee Stevenson) who brought us the wonderful “Spaced” and continues to appear in and write wonderful productions for TV, movies and on stage.  Also,... 

British Airways and UNITE Agree on a Strike Deadline – BA Strike Date Update

This news comes via UK based Channel 4. British Airways and the UNITE Cabin crew union have agreed to set a deadline of March 9th to come to an agreement over proposed cuts. What does this mean for worried travelers? Well, that hopefully on March 9th, we’ll know whether or not... 

Reluctant Anglophile: Top 10 British and Irish Actors I’d Seriously Consider Leaving My Husband For

Editor’s Note – Jonathan here: I would like to say that I do not endorse the content of this post and I hope that my beautiful wife can settle for a man that only kinda looks like Conan O’Brien. One of the many things that Britain and Ireland do well is gorgeous... 

Rick Steves in England: Exploring Northwest England

When I was growing up the one show that really inspired me to travel to Europe was the wonderful – if a little hokey – travel show presented by Rick Steves on PBS. Thanks to the wonders of the internet, some of those shows are now available online and we can share them... 

Guest Post: 20 Things You Didn’t Know About Travel in Britain

Editor’s Note: The following is an excellent guest post from the folks at Visit Britain – the British Tourist authority – about some common things that many people may not know about traveling in Britain. It reads a little like publicity material but that’s... 

A Pint of Bitter: Michael Foot, 1913-2010; writer, minister, leader

I know I usually write about the political controversies and manoeuverings of the day: matters such as the taxes of Lord Ashcroft and the return of Labour in the polls do matter. But some things matter more, and I want to devote my words on this occasion entirely to the life and ideas... 

Anglotopia Featured on Transatlanticism.org – My Dream Trip To Scotland

I’ve been featured again on the Visit Britain blog Transatlanticism.org. This week’s pot is a lot of fun – they asked me to come up with a list of what I would do if I had the chance for a dream trip to Scotland. Here’s an excerpt: Glasgow Most Anglophiles... 

Picadilly Circus To Get A Major Facelift for London 2012

The New and Improved Piccadilly Circus When Americans think of quintessential London landmarks, Piccadilly Circus is in the top ten attractions. This famous London landmark is going to undergo a face lift. I have been to Piccadilly Circus many times, and found it to be not very pedestrian... 

What’s the best way to get into central London from Heathrow Airport?

Well, it depends. By far the cheapest way to get into London from Heathrow is to take the Tube on the Picadilly line. It’s no more than a regular zone 6 Tube fare (about $15 or so). The journey is 45 minutes or so and you get to see a lot of London as you come in from the suburbs.... 

New US Embassy in London Revealed – What Do You Think?

The current US Embassy in London is one of the ugliest buildings I’ve ever seen and an eyesore on beautiful Grosvenor Square. Due to security reasons and various other issues – we’re going to be building a new embassy south of the river in Nine elms. Generally the... 

Dispatches From The South – Ten Things I Miss About the USA Living in Britain

I have just passed my eight-year anniversary. On February 28th 2002, I left the US with no home, no job and a new appreciation for what it means to be homeless—as if most homeless people are flying off to Europe on a trans-Atlantic jet. My fiancée’s parents took me in, so I... 

Site News: Anglotopia Joins The British American Business Council in Chicago

I wanted to share some incredible news for the future of Anglotopia. We were invited to and have since joined the British American Business Council in Chicago. What is the British American Business Council? Established in 1990, the British-American Business Council, Chicago, endeavors... 

English/Welsh Castles

As it was Saint David’s day this week I thought Explore England’s England would have a Welsh slant – the English Welsh border is awash with Castles and history that either side of the border should be equally proud of but the particular area I am going to concentrate on today... 

British Airways Strike Contingency Plans Revealed – BA Strike Details

Word has started to spread about British Airways’ plans in case the threatened cabin crew strike goes ahead. According to various media outlets in the UK: British Airways has 1,000 Volunteer Staff Ready to work as Cabin Crew. They are also in the process of training an additional... 

Cool Doctor Who Merchandise From the BBC America Shop: Figures, T-Shirts, DVD’s and More

I was browsing the BBC America shop today and I found some really cool products I thought I’d share with you guys. I love Doctor Who and they have a great selection of Doctor Who merchandise. Here are my favorite Dr Who gifts. If you’ve been wondering where to buy a real... 

Help Answering an Age Old Question: Is the Tube or a Taxi Cheaper?

When it comes to traveling around central London – tourist and locals alike have many options. Usually the Tube is the cheapest way to get around. But in the days of rising Tube fares and the convenience of London Black Taxi Cabs – often one wonders, which is cheaper? Well,... 

Dispatches from the North: A Journey from Hartlepool to America

I was reading the local paper the Hartlepool Mail last week and came across this fascinating story. Anyone who has seen Titanic (which is just about everyone in the world, right?) knows that Liverpool and Southamptom were major shipping and transport hubs in the late 19th and early... 

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