Semester in London

A September 2006 trip to London by TruLuvSap

I have been wanting to go to England since I was in Middle School and now, after all the preparation and paper work, I am ready to embark on the trip of a lifetime. I will spending the fall semester (September-December) at Goldsmith's College in London, England.

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TGI FridaysBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

I love the TGI Fridays at Piccadilly Circus, sure it's an American chain, but the one at Piccadilly is better than any of the one's I've been to state-side. The service was friendly everytime I went there and it was a great bit of home while in another country for 3 months. The only downside is that the prices are twice as expensive as in the US because of the exchange rate.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by TruLuvSap on January 10, 2007

British MuseumBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

As a girl who had a more than mild obsession with Ancient Egypt finally getting to see the largest collection of Egyptian antiquities outside Egypt as everything I hoped it would be. I was truly glad to be there during the off-season though. Even being there at the end of November the museum was rather crowded, I'd hate to be there during peak tourist season. Still, it was worth wading through all the school children. My advice, take your time, you might even give the museum a couple of days so you can leisurely stroll though the exhibits, and the queue in front of the Rosetta Stone won't be quite as stressful. The British Museum is a must see, and you can't beat free entertainment, especially in a city as expensive as London.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by TruLuvSap on January 10, 2007

British Museum
Great Russell Street London, England WC1B 3DG
+44 (207) 7323 8299

PreparationsBest of IgoUgo

Story/Tip

The hussle-bussle and stress of trying to get everything you need to survive for 3 whole months into 2 suitcases and 1 carry-on. Here are 5 reflections from my preparations thus far: 1)No shampoo in carry-ons now, grr, added hassle. 2) Can I say enough time how much I love space saver bags? 3) Do you really need 2 towels and a bathrobe? 4) I wish my school offered a meal plan, I could save a lot of space if I didn't have to bring along kitchen utensils. 5) So glad I do not have to get a visa prior to departure. Thank you England for being such good friends with the US.

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Bolivar, Missouri

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