🇬🇧 Things I Only Learned AFTER Visiting the UK! 🤔

After 7 days in London + 2 in Edinburgh, I’m obsessed—and London’s way safer/cleaner than rumors claim. Here’s the real talk: 💡 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Cash? Barely needed (carry <£20). Visa/contactless rules. 2️⃣ Bus > Tube for views (£1.75/ride, top deck = free sightseeing!). 3️⃣ Trains: King’s Cross ≠ St Pancras (across the street!). Gates close 45 sec early—arrive 1min prior! 4️⃣ Weather: Had 9 sunny days—myth-busting the "always rainy" rep. ☀️ 5️⃣ Museums: British Museum/National Gallery—same-day slots work! 6️⃣ Railcard hack: Duo card? They only check if you have it (not both). 🍽️ Food & Budget Hacks: • Skip "viral" Mantra Indian (all tourists, no locals 👀). • Supermarket steals: £1.50 cheese, £2-5 chicken packs. Meal deals = £3.75 (sandwich + drink + snack!). • Sainsbury’s discount: Borrow member codes from 🍠! 🏆 Top Experiences: • Seven Sisters Cliffs (breathtaking!) • Richmond Park (wild deer + serenity) • National Gallery (Van Goghs for free!) #UKTravelHacks #LondonSecrets #EdinburghDiaries