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Stacy
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The London American: A Guide to London and Its Airports
I thought about titling this “London and Her Airports,” but I was unsure if London, like England, is referred to in the feminine. Do any...
The London American – the National Health Service
Sorry for the break, Londontopia readers – I have been ill. However, this means that I can now write to you about the lovely NHS!...
The London American – Disability in the City
When I arrived, I noticed a lot of people hobbling around on what Americans think of as “Tiny Tim crutches”, the kind you imagine kids...
The London American – Smoking in London
Growing up in the 90s, I was taught to believe that smoking is generally one of the more evil things you can do. I remember...
The London American Watches the Royal Wedding
Here is the image a kid growing up in America has of the royal family: they are awesome. They rule a country that once ruled...
The London American Expresses Love for Pubs
I know I’ve already posted about pubs, but I really do love them. I’ve recently had the experience of visiting some in the U.S., and...
The London American’s Guide to Letters
We all know that back in the days before Internet, it was proper to send letters requesting someone’s attention or company or thanking them for...
The London American Takes a Vacation to America
The London American is back in the U.S. this week, enjoying the heartiness of the Midwest and the sun in California. I’ve been noticing differences...
The London American: Going to the Cinema in London – Many Differences from the US
Going to the movies (or cinema, as I now say) is one of my favorite activities. When I moved to London, I was alone for...
The London American – What to Wear in London? Guide to London Fashion
Everyone knows that London is a fashionable city. It is quite different from anywhere I’ve lived, and I decided to change my wardrobe accordingly when...
The London American – How to Be a Pedestrian in London (and Where to Go)
I love to walk in London. It’s so wonderful to see the historic buildings mixed in with the modern, and you can really feel the...
The London American: A Primer on British Pub Etiquette – Your Guide to Having a Pint in London Plus List of Cool Pubs
Here’s a primer on some pub etiquette for your next trip to London! The first week I got here, I heard someone invite a friend...
The London American: Eating British at Home
One thing I’ve noticed while grocery shopping here is the abundance of fresh, ready-meals. In the U.S., I used to buy a whole lot of...
Introducing The London American – How to Become a British American
Editor’s Note: We’d like to welcome our first official London-based columnist to Londontopia. Stacy Hackner is an American living the Anglophile dream while she studies...