Friday, March 12, 2010

Anglophile Twitter Updates for 2010-03-07

March 7, 2010 by jonathan  
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  • 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 rate has fallen below $1.50 for the first time in a LONG time. This is great news for Tourists! #
  • RT @UKComedyNews: Stephen Fry was the most popular choice for Prime Minister in a survey of young people: http://bit.ly/97RjKC #
  • RT @UpdownCottage: http://bit.ly/bcbZMP Become a fan of our fb page! #
  • I uploaded a YouTube video — New Content Tour – Anglotopia.net http://youtu.be/92OARavmJm8?a #
  • I uploaded a YouTube video — How To Submit Content on the New Anglotopia http://youtu.be/333jj2CZ6ZU?a #
  • We've spoken to BBC America about the BBC cuts and have updated our post about it, check out the update here: http://bit.ly/cbZMCi #
  • RT @travelpod: Got a travel blog? I'm running out of travel blogs to profile on TravelBlogSites.com Please retweet if you want to be incl. #
  • RT @LDN: The coolest things to do in London this week http://bit.ly/GmpzV (via @lecool) #
  • We've been invited to join the British American Business Council in Chicago. Awesome. #
  • RT @VisitBritain: Walk through Brunel's Thames Tunnel, for the first time during the day for 145 years – 12-13 March: http://tr.im/QANr #
  • RT @VisitBritain: If you've got a spare second, help us this question please. Which UK sports person is most popular http://bit.ly/bACwZz #
  • Awesome. @jackiecthomas has written an excellent posts on the 10 British men she'd leave me for. It's going out tomorrow. LOL #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Unite, the union that represents BA cabin crew, has not announced any strike dates. Talks continue. http://bit.ly/7N2UuQ #
  • Anglotopia has a new e-mail address – don't worry though, the old one forwards to the new one. New one is: info@anglotopia.net #
  • RT @LDN: The Thames Tunnel reopens after 145 years before it closes forever http://bit.ly/csFWMi #
  • Would anyone like to recommend Anglotopia to BBC Blogword? http://bit.ly/dtU0hU #
  • I've been featured on Transatlanticism.org again this week writing about my Dream Trip to Scotland, check it out here: http://bit.ly/cmg1hp #
  • RT @BritaininUSA: Jonathan Thomas (@anglotopia) dreams of going to Scotland: http://bit.ly/btpUUL #
  • From our Archives: : Dispatches from the North: Weather, or not… – English weather is a pretty standard topic of… http://bit.ly/crviuF #
  • From our Archives: : The Coming Apostrophe Catastrophe http://bit.ly/9QfEDg #
  • RT @bbcamerica: New photos of DOCTOR WHO star Karen Gillan from her fashion spread in the UK's IN STYLE http://bit.ly/bu8icB #DoctorWho #
  • From our Archives: : BBC One Christmas Ident Revealed – Doctor Who http://bit.ly/6yk2sp #
  • From our Archives: : The Queen's 2010 New Year's Honours List in Full http://bit.ly/4JBNnh #
  • From our Archives: : Expat Resource: London Rent Guide – Guide to London Rental Rates http://bit.ly/5TAIn4 #
  • From our Archives: : Vote for Me! http://bit.ly/cVAIq9 #
  • From our Archives: : Anglophile Facepalm: Jessia Biel, Culture Warrior http://bit.ly/cIi7Jx #
  • From our Archives: : Anglophile Link Directory Hungry For Links! http://bit.ly/dkUieX #
  • From our Archives: : Video Thursday: Trafalgar Square Riots (1913) http://bit.ly/bCSFdF #

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Anglophile Twitter Updates for 2010-02-28

February 28, 2010 by jonathan  
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  • Was close launching Anglotopia's new content sections but a technical problem has put it on hold for now. It's coming soon, I promise. #
  • If anyone has experience with .htaccess and drupal, I have a problem I need solved. Hit me up. Thanks! #
  • We're awaiting word as to whether or not there will be a @britishairways strike. We will post when we have news either way. #
  • Word is coming in that BA cabin crew voted to strike. As soon as we have the details, we'll let you know. #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Great Breaks for Spring. Flight + Hotel Vacation Packages from $815* r/t . 3 nt stayhttp://bit.ly/dxpjrj #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Great Breaks for Spring. Flight + Hotel Vacation Packages from $815* r/t . 3 nt stay http://bit.ly/dxpjrj #
  • RT @thinklondon: PM tells overseas business leaders they can help Britain recover from recession http://bit.ly/d2Wpiz #
  • RT @BritishAirways: We have updated ba.com with the latest information on the cabin crew strike ballot http://bit.ly/76yN0z. #britishairways #
  • I uploaded a YouTube video — New Content Tour – Anglotopia.net http://youtu.be/92OARavmJm8?a #
  • Uploading intro videos for new parts of Anglotopia to YouTube, we officially launch tomorrow. Very excited! #
  • I uploaded a YouTube video — How To Submit Content on the New Anglotopia http://youtu.be/333jj2CZ6ZU?a #
  • First Anglophile directory submissions are coming in! Submit your own favorite British links here: http://bit.ly/aSbkdZ – It's super easy! #
  • Do you have pics from your last trip to Britain itching to be seen by the rest of the world? Submit to our new gallery! http://bit.ly/clNJNE #
  • Sweet, just figured out how to update a facebook fan page with Tweetdeck. Will save lots of time! #
  • RT @naomijade: It looks like the Borg Cube (which is fitting). New US embassy design is revealed: http://bit.ly/bYo974 (via @LondonSearch) #
  • RT @mkfeeney: Ceremony of the Keys was one of the best events I've ever experienced in London. Go see it. #
  • RT @VisitBritain: It's all for nothing if you don't have freedom… or free-museums: http://tr.im/PCMB #
  • RT @VisitBritain: RT @travelmail Editor's Pick: 15% discount on narrowboat holidays in Wales http://bit.ly/bQnRRb #
  • RT @bbcamerica: Let the anticipation begin, IRELAND v ENGLAND this Saturday LIVE @ 11am ET / 8am PT on BBC AMERICA #6Nations #Rugby #
  • Attention Doctor Who Fans, someone posted ALL the Doctor Who intro/theme songs in our forum. Check it out here: http://bit.ly/cmL2zN #
  • RT @SmittnbyBritain: Britain's School System Explained: http://bit.ly/9HaADC #
  • RT @BritainInUSA: At New York Times Travel Show this weekend? Look for South West England. A perfect escape from snow. http://bit.ly/chGqGm #
  • RT @ProdigalWife: Vote for your favorite travel book (Yank Back to England, of course!) at http://bit.ly/dtAHM2 #
  • RT @bbchealth: Visitors to the UK may have to hold health insurance before they can enter the country http://bit.ly/bER2pI #
  • RT @bbcamerica: Irish off & running! For our new rugby fans, here's a quick rundown on #rugby terms http://bit.ly/cU1ZKJ #SixNations #
  • YAY! RT @MattKingTown: Got the call this week about my availability for series 7 of Peepshow, so it's happening brothers and sisters. #
  • RT @LDN: A guide to London street food http://bit.ly/bkWYcG #
  • RT @mandysroyalty: Queen's Privy Counsellor said meddling Charles is unfit to be a king | Mail Online http://ow.ly/1c8L8 #
  • RT @BritFancy: Hulu – Collections: British Comedies http://bit.ly/8Xu4Pc #
  • Q:What's the best way to get into central Lo… A:Well, it depends. By far the cheapest way … http://formspring.me/anglotopia/q/240896990 #

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Anglophile Twitter Updates for 2010-02-21

February 21, 2010 by jonathan  
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  • I wish Bill Bryson had a blog. Or was on Twitter. That would be awesome. #
  • Excellent and interesting call with the folks from @metrotwin – Anglotopia is going to be contributing to the site soon. Exciting! #
  • RT @brittrack: Design the new Brittrack Logo! Details here http://bit.ly/chNant #dragoncon #brittrack #doctorwho #davidtennant #
  • Today is Pancake Day in Britain. What the heck is that? Check out our post from last year all about it: http://bit.ly/bK0Jzj #
  • London government has a new website and it's built with Drupal. This Anglophile CMS geek approves: http://bit.ly/AyDOQ #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Find West London Experiences: http://bit.ly/bB2YKD & South London Secrets http://bit.ly/7G5qA8 #
  • RT @BritishAirways: British Airways launches its new First cabin. Every detail matters. Find out more: http://bit.ly/9KpD2r #FIRST #
  • Since @jackiecthomas will be at knitting tonight, on my own for dinner and since it's Pancake Day in Britain, I predict pancakes for dinner. #
  • RT @bbcamerica: Reminder, BBC AMERICA will air BAFTAs 2010 this Sunday, February 21, 8pm ET/PT, same day as UK. #Baftaonline #BAFTAS #
  • In honor of British pancake day I'm having pancakes for dinner. Mmmm #
  • I'm happy to report that Pancake dinner was a success. Though the bacon was a little burnt. My dog Gromit didn't mind. #
  • OMG A beautiful 5 acre paddock of land for sale in Shaftesbury, Dorset: http://bit.ly/bhMr04 – if only…. #
  • Did you know that nn an average day there are nearly 65,000 visitors from the USA in Britain? Huge market! #
  • RT @inbritain: Is Leamington Spa really Britains favourite town ? http://www.information-britain.co.uk/favouritetowns.php #
  • RT @bbcamerica: I can't wait for Spring! New #DoctorWho photo released today http://twitpic.com/13r19v New Trailer Arrives Saturday! #
  • I hear your pain. RT @shawncookies: I was born in the wrong fucking country, I swear to christ. #
  • Check out this slick demo of the upcoming BBC iPhone App: http://bit.ly/dCHXyj #
  • Dragon's Den Theo Paphitis' 10 rules for business success: http://bit.ly/asXtUk – Very good advice #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Explore London's art scene with a mate: http://bit.ly/4sSgpR #metrotwin #
  • Anyone know when Grand Designs is coming back? #
  • RT @Peelcastle: @anglotopia Later in the year I've been told by @4Homes #
  • RT @Countrylifeprop: Buy a country house – in the Falklands: http://bit.ly/caxqcf #
  • Anglotopia columnist Carl Gardner – A Pint of Bitter – has written an interesting article about jurys for the Guardian: http://bit.ly/cjgEXI #
  • RT @LondonTeaTrips: Deposits are coming in for the Sept 2010 (U.S. to U.K.) "Tea in London" trip. Don't lose your spot: http://bit.ly/1KptWW #
  • RT @DuaneJackson: Incase you missed it, the other day I blogged about all our numbers from last year and our strategy: http://bit.ly/8ZlYuj #
  • Ugh. RT @MaitiuOBrien: A U.S. version of Top Gear Coming to the History Channel? Why bother? — http://bit.ly/b599Bl #
  • RT @Peelcastle: Anyone want to see Hellifield Peel Castle on Grand Designs follow link to 4OD. http://bit.ly/wbk7B – Series 5 episode 13 #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Breaks for spring. Flt+3n hotel vacation packages from $815* r/t based on NYC-LON taxes/fees extra: http://bit.ly/dxpjrj #
  • RT @xwidep: The Shakespeare Birthplace had it's 25,000,000 (twenty five millionth) visitor this Monday – British Tourism Week #statistics #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Embrace Opportunity with a Face-to-Face meeting. Where will you go to grow your business? http://bit.ly/RjQJu #F2F #
  • RT @WalkTalkTours: #onthisday in 1901 Winston Churchill made his maiden speech in the House of Commons. #
  • RT @BritainInUSA: New travel deals to London, Scotland & Wales on Transatlanticism. Lots of Hotel discounts! http://bit.ly/9WCRbG #
  • RT @bbcamerica: BBC AMERICA will broadcast live IRELAND v ENGLAND next Saturday, Feb 27 @ 11am ET / 8am PT #6Nations #SixNations #Rugby #
  • Really frustrating that the BBCAmerica Shop Product Link builder on CJ is still broken after like 6 months. No one has noticed!?!?! #
  • RT @LDN: Abbey Road studios is 'not for sale' according to EMI http://bit.ly/c81B6A #

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Anglophile Twitter Updates for 2010-02-14

February 14, 2010 by jonathan  
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  • Time to the pick the winner of our British Bazaar HIGNFY Book Contest! #
  • ….. and the winner is…. Kelly Beaumont #
  • This is heartwarming our columnist @hartlepoollisa's navy husband returned home after 6 months, their dog goes crazy: http://bit.ly/91bw0m #
  • RT @bbcamerica: Six Nations rugby continues this Saturday with last year's champion IRELAND v FRANCE. BBCAschedule http://bit.ly/a6mutD #
  • Attention Chicago employers: looking for an awesome young communications professional? Look no further than @jackiecthomas! #
  • Check out my latest @VisitBritain Unlabelled Britain Blog Post: Cool UK Festivals: http://bit.ly/bOcZHA #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Spend some dosh in hip London boutiques: http://bit.ly/NKvhC #metrotwin #
  • RT @VisitBritain: What's the most romantic place in Britain and why? #
  • RT @visitengland: 10 places to explore underground England…. http://ow.ly/15VBv #
  • Because of the snow, I finally had an excuse to wear my Hunter Wellies to work. It's all about the simple pleasures. #
  • I love it! RT @UpdownCottage: @anglotopia They're homing wellies – just make sure you wear them often and they'll bring you back! #
  • RT @Peelcastle Guests decided on this view to stay tonight in the Attic Apartment http://post.ly/NAjf – Beautiful! #
  • It's a fabulous book! RT @missus_emm: 5 of 5 stars to A Yank Back to England by Denis Lipman – http://bit.ly/74oRk4 #
  • RT @LondonTeaTrips: 40 facts about Buckingham Palace http://bit.ly/GnLQ1 #
  • RT @LondonTeaTrips: Cool! Contact info for Queen Elizabeth and the rest of the Royal Family http://bit.ly/UeD0N #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Receive a complimentary companion ticket* with your next purchased flight. http://bit.ly/chsdfJ #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? February London Love for the hopelessly romantics: http://bit.ly/9vDR2G #metrotwin #
  • RT @huffingtonpost: Designer Alexander McQueen found dead http://bit.ly/cHzSdE #
  • RT @bbcamerica: I'm really excited for everyone to see SURVIVORS this Saturday @ 8pm. Here's a 3 minute preview in HD http://bit.ly/9ix5xP #
  • RT @alisonboyle: Bring your websites alive, from boring to exciting http://bit.ly/ae24C4 #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Take your sweetheart to one of London’s most romantic restaurants: http://bit.ly/cwLWZF #metrotwin #
  • RT @ianvisits: This looks interesting – photos of London taken in the 1870s http://j.mp/9fuuTw #
  • RT @bbcamerica: Don't miss the premiere of Survivors this Saturday night on BBCA at 8pm ET/PT #
  • RT @writemeg: Gooooo Great Britain! My inner Anglophile applauds! #
  • RT @bbcamerica: SURVIVORS makes its U.S. premiere in just 3 hours on BBC AMERICA @ 8 pm ET #

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Anglophile Twitter Updates for 2010-02-07

February 7, 2010 by jonathan  
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  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Explore London's Art Scene: http://bit.ly/4sSgpR #metrotwin #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Europe Sale! 4 days left. Book flights from $219 & great deals ends Thurs, Feb 4. E/w+taxes/fees. http://bit.ly/8NlwOJ #
  • First goal of birthday day off achieved: got to sleep in. Thanks for all the bday wishes everyone! #
  • It's follow a London Museum Day on Twitter, more info here: http://bit.ly/aAlQEQ #
  • Special Promotion for Anglotopia Readers! British Bazaar Week! Save 15% – http://bit.ly/bzRGEH #
  • RT @LondonTeaTrips: Unusual British traditions and tourist attractions: http://bit.ly/cX6fif #
  • Awesome – @BritishAirways has brought back their free companion ticket offer: http://bit.ly/ceRwQE #
  • Keep Calm and Carry On has invaded Barnes and Noble: http://twitpic.com/10xwdy #
  • My final Birthday Present – Great Tales From English History. Love it: http://twitpic.com/10yai5 #
  • Thank you everyone for all the birthday wishes. It's so very appreciated. #
  • RT @wodieskodie: BBC News – US planning to relax haggis ban http://post.ly/Lp13 #
  • For some reason, lots of people want to know how to make Shepherd's pie today. Recipe is the most popular post today: http://bit.ly/9At01e #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Extended! Complimentary companion ticket* offer now ends 2/26. Surcharges/taxes/fees apply. http://bit.ly/bx4Jh8 #
  • Don't forget to enter our contest to win a copy of the HIGNFY Guide to Modern Britain from @BritishBazaar: http://bit.ly/9xLnDH! #
  • I'm joining the British American Business Council in Chicago. Should prove useful for the growth of Anglotopia. It's expensive, but worth it #
  • RT @VisitBritain: Vote on your favourite World Heritage Site: http://poll.fm/f/1ki17 http://bit.ly/cgaA61 #
  • RT @mandysroyalty: BBC News – Farmer loses High Court fight to save hidden castle http://ow.ly/13qjZ #
  • RT @visitengland: Hadrian’s Wall will be lit up spectacularly in a once in a lifetime extravaganza on 13th March 2010 http://ow.ly/13sx3 #
  • Sign the petition to bring British Style Question Time to American Politics: http://bit.ly/9qvWuh #
  • RT @BritishBazaar: Have you entered the Have I Got News For You contest on Anglotopia yet? http://tiny.cc/hignfycomp #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Check out these top 5 Hotel Bars in London: http://bit.ly/bmeZWY #metrotwin #
  • Please Retweet and Sign this Petition 'UK's Youth Mobility Scheme for United States' – http://301.to/95 #
  • RT @BritishAirways: 2 days left! Experience Europe from $219*. Flight/Hotel packages also available. E/w+taxes/fees. http://bit.ly/8NlwOJ #
  • The company I work for, Imagination Publishing, is look for a Digital Marketing Strategy, 5+ years exp. Contact me for details. #
  • If you're an Anglophile, how about joining our newly minted Anglophiles group on Linkedin? Let's connect: http://bit.ly/9uBIBl #
  • Anglotopia is now sponsoring @mandysroyalty's RoyaltyNow Podcast! Check it out: http://bit.ly/dlC0Mm #
  • In case you missed it last night – I've started an Anglophiles networking group on LinkedIn – stop by and join! http://bit.ly/aaYR8p #
  • RT @LondonTeaTrips: Register by March 1 for 6-day U.S. to London TEA THEMED tour w/Tea Masterclass option http://bit.ly/1KptWW #
  • The company I work for is looking for a Senior Digital Marketing Strategist 5+ years experience. Contact me for details. #
  • RT @BritainInUSA: $10 off London Sightseeing – Coupon code majestic2010. Must use ticket b4 3/31. http://bit.ly/bfdOIo #
  • RT @everywhereist: The difference between the U.K., Great Britain, and England, explained for us Americans. http://bit.ly/cBAKnW #
  • Have you become a fan of Anglotopia on Twitter? If not, you totally should! http://www.facebook.com/anglotopia #
  • Just discovered that service providers data in GA can tell you what companies visiting your site. Very surprising, BA, Visit Britain, BBC #
  • Got the 1099 in the mail for the prize from the @britishairways contest. Time to dig up my reciepts for deductions… #
  • RT @carlgardner: My latest Anglotopia column: Growth for Gordon; Terry with his shorts down http://bit.ly/7tefnD #
  • Join the movement to call a constitutional convention to fix our broken congress: Call a Convention: http://bit.ly/9drSgK #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Receive a complimentary companion ticket* with your next purchased flight. http://bit.ly/chsdfJ #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Cheap London Eats 2010: http://bit.ly/bFH4vk #metrotwin #
  • RT @se1: Sunday: free screening of BBC adaptation of Andrea Levy's Small Island at Imperial War Museum: http://bit.ly/czqE3v plus Q&A #
  • RT @AlessandraCo: Really clever and creative tea packaging http://bit.ly/chYxXT #
  • If you ever want to be internet famous and can write, let me know and you can write a guest post on Anglotopia. http://bit.ly/ajqiDP #
  • The man who hid his house behind haystacks and now has to tear it down, should sell tickets to the demolition. #
  • Me too! RT @vesper385: This sounds fantastic! Wish I could be there to see it: Illuminating Hadrian’s Wall http://bit.ly/ddvLPo #
  • Congratulations to Anglotopia columinst @xwidep for getting interviewed in the Telegraph about his Shakespeare Game: http://bit.ly/aV24A8 #
  • Check out the Shakespeare Country Game that's in the headlines here – its a lot of fun! http://bit.ly/6Wki9A #
  • RT @BritishAirways: Traveling to London? Spend some dosh in hip London boutiques: http://bit.ly/NKvhC #metrotwin #
  • RT @BritishBazaar: Remember….Live Rugby tomorrow on BBC America. Wales v England LIVE 12 EST #
  • RT @BritishBazaar: UK/Ireland Mirrors? Read the Review http://tiny.cc/islesrvw then buy from The British Bazaar. Discount code in article!! #
  • Don't forget to enter our contest for a free copy of the HIGNFY Guide to Modern Britain! http://bit.ly/9xLnDH #
  • Cool pictures of the Red Phonebox turned into a lending library: http://bit.ly/6BKM1r #
  • Don't Forget Anglophiles – live Six Nations Rugby on BBC America today at 12est/11Central! #
  • Rugby is starting on BBC America – obviously I'm rooting to England. #sixnations #
  • Man I wish I had BBC America in HD – come on comcast! #sixnations #
  • Rugby is way more excitig that American Style football and it's easy to understand what's going on. #sixnations #
  • England scores!!!! Wooo! 3-0 #sixnations #
  • Woohoo England scores the try! Tht was exciting! 13-3 England leads!! #
  • Perk of the #sixnations on BBC America? NO commercials! Awesome. One thing I hate about american football – the constant commercials. #
  • England scores again!!! Wooo!!! #sixnations #
  • Wales scores. Lame. #sixnations #
  • Woohoo! England wins. Way to kick Wales's ass! #sixnations #
  • Looking forward to more Rugby from BBC America. That was very entertaining! #
  • RT @visitengland: Top ten ideas for enjoying England this year http://ow.ly/14DZ2 #
  • The Queen has spent the day marking the death of her father, King George VI, and her accession to the throne. http://bit.ly/cFBUU9 #
  • Gromit has to wear the cone of shame because he won't stop licking his broken toe. http://twitpic.com/11s6wg #

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