Discover Great Britain in Retirement

Traveling is one of the great pleasures of being retired and international is the ultimate challenge for many people.  We really wanted to go to Europe but were a little hesitant about being in a place where they didn’t speak English, so we played it safe and went to London and other parts of England.  We were very happy that we did.  We fell in love with the British Isles, and I would recommend the trip to anyone.  Everyone should discover Great Britain in retirement.  You can start in London with all of its history and theater, work your way through the English countryside, and then journey north to Edinburgh and Scotland where they supposedly have only two seasons: winter and June.  Then you still have Wales and Ireland and Northern Ireland to discover.  It’s a wonderful trip and you get extra points if you decide to rent a car and drive yourself.  You’ll be driving from the “passenger” side of the car on the “wrong” side of the road through some very narrow streets once you get off the main roadways.

Take your time to discover Great Britain in retirement.  There is so much to see and experience.

There are many ways to get acquainted with a country while you travel and we have found food to be one of the most charming and entertaining activities to experience.  There’s nothing like a meal in an English Pub and, when you watch the locals line up at their favorite spots for Fish and Chips, you feel like you have to be a part of the experience.  You will truly enjoy the trip so, if you can possibly make it happen, discover Great Britain in retirement.  If you start with London, the city has an amazing history and hearing Big Ben chime will be a memory you will cherish for a long time.  St. Paul’s Cathedral will remind you of our U.S. Capitol Building but keep in mind the cathedral came first.  And you can’t beat the theater experience of the West End.  When you take the time to appreciate all the contributions this corner of the world has made to theater, literature and music, you gain an appreciation for what they accomplished and how much of a world influence they have had throughout history and even to this day in large and small matters.  Their contributions to stopping Nazi Germany cannot be overestimated and the genius of a good British mystery is absolute heaven on a dark and rainy night.  Make sure you stop by Baker Street for a visit to Sherlock Holmes.  For someone who never actually existed, his presence seems very real at your stroll by 221 B.

Don’t overlook Wales on your journey.  The little towns that are dotted with castles are a wonderful experience and the people are extremely welcoming.  And if you really want to discover Great Britain in retirement, Scotland holds a special place in my heart.  I love mountains and driving through the highlands is a journey to be savored like a fine Scotch.  There are many distilleries to visit and the “wee drams” that they offer at the tastings will put you in a wonderful frame of mind.  The coastline of Scotland is not to be missed, especially in the north.  But truthfully, that can be said of the entire coastline of Great Britain.

For many people, Ireland is the highpoint of their trip across the pond and it’s easy to see why.  The lush green fields that are nurtured by those “soft” drizzly mornings, are quite beautiful and stopping for a cup of Irish tea (or something a bit stronger) will let you see how the slower pace of living can make for a more enjoyable existence.  The lively music and conversation in the Irish Pubs will give you a glimpse into what makes this country so appealing to so many.  Many Americans can trace their ancestors to this area of the world.  From Irish Music and dancing to British Literature and theater, there is something to be treasured almost every place you look.  Discover Great Britain in retirement and I wouldn’t be surprised if you make plans for a return visit as soon as you get home.  We live in a wonderful world and, at one point as the famous saying goes, the sun never set on the British Empire.  While that may no longer be true, I’m pretty sure that you’ll enjoy a trip to Great Britain. So, get out and see the world and put the world of Charles Dickens, the Beatles and William Shakespeare on your itinerary.  It’s time to Enjoy Retired Life!

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