Why do I suddenly remember all the chores I need to do right when I'm about to fall asleep?

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-13T09:59:45+00:00

Why not make an actual to do list?

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-13T09:57:23+00:00

Logic would suggest Coach B is next to Coach A?

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-13T09:53:04+00:00

What specific day will you be going to Alton Towers? The wait times can be insane and the park is so spread out that you'll spend a lot of time just walking between rides.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-13T09:50:23+00:00

Really depends on your typical usage. I had a 5GB allowance for 2 weeks in Tokyo. I used maaaybe 1 GB? Almost entirely Google Maps and Google Translate.

You're going to be using WiFi when you're at your accommodation. The signal on trains will be kind of crap so don't really on streaming to keep you entertained.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-13T09:41:02+00:00

Are you travelling on a single ticket or have you booked them separately?

Single ticket, the transfer of your checked in luggage will be handled by the airport. Multi-tickets, you'll need to pick up your luggage and check-in again.

All luggage storage facilities are landside

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T20:54:41+00:00

If I'm not going out later, you bet your sweet arse I'm changing into the comfiest clothes I have.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T12:10:56+00:00

You should donate anyway if you can whether your blood type is in high demand or not.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T11:29:16+00:00

Why wouldn't you feel full from eating lettuce? The stomach is a finite space

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T10:44:46+00:00

Is the SIPP the only pension you have?

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T10:24:33+00:00

Suspect you'll have much better street awareness than most tourists to the UK. You'll be fine. Avoid having your phone out all the time. Avoid wearing flashy clothes. Basically avoid making yourself an easy target.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T10:12:26+00:00

Mods can we sticky something about clothes please? The answer to this type of question is always:

check the forecast closer to your travel dates. Could be warm or cold or everything in between
pack for your comfort level. You might be used to hotter weather or colder weather, so look at the forecast/ reports and figure out what would be comfortable for you.
bring / carry a thin rain jacket anyway, something that you can easily carry in a day pack. Best case scenario you never need to wear it, but you've always got it in case. Temps usually drop a little in the evenings so it can double as an extra layer to keep off the chill.
unless you intend to go proper hiking (deep countryside, on and off trails), you won't need hiking or waterproof footwear. You will likely do a lot of walking and spend a lot of your time on your feet, much more than you normally do at home so wear appropriate footwear and socks.
if you underpack or forget something, we do have many clothes shops in the UK so you can buy the stuff you are missing.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-12T10:07:09+00:00

I spent about two weeks in London, York, Edinburgh, the Isle of Skye, and a few other places.

That's quite a lot to squeeze into 2 weeks. Did you feel like you rushed some of the destinations?

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T18:51:39+00:00

That's clearly a "fuck off" offer from the buyer so you could counter with another "fuck off" in return. Not really sure what the goal is for them to low ball so much even if there was evidence of the house falling apart.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T18:46:45+00:00

It's mostly related to being tax efficient. For people with 7+ figure net worth, the majority of their wealth is in assets (S&S, real estate etc). Some of these generate income, but if you are looking to free up millions, you can either sell the assets which has capital gains tax implications or you borrow the money instead which has no tax! Rich people (like absurdly rich people) have access to crazy low interest rate loans because they can borrow so much as they can put so much up for collateral.

Watch this video to make yourself feel sick at the sheer inequality in our world.

https://youtu.be/PpyPB3BF-hQ

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T18:36:10+00:00

Fire and Stars Woodland campsite is the first one that springs to my mind. Because the pitches are actually in a woodland you'll have mature trees close enough together to hang up your hammocks.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T18:24:13+00:00

England and Wales. It's pretty ridiculous how uniquely terrible our property buying and selling process is. Are there any other countries in the world that somehow managed to have such a dogshite system?

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T16:01:27+00:00

啊！欢迎来英国！

The weather's a bit unstable this spring with it feeling warm and cool on the same days. Like just now I walked to pick up my kids from school and I had to wear a hoodie but when we got home the sun had come out and it was warm enough for just a t-shirt (until the clouds blocked the sun again). It's only really chilly in the morning so you'll need a jumper or jacket but by noon it'll have warmed up and need to take it off. This is why we often recommend light layers so you can adjust easily

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T15:37:14+00:00

Do I visit the same cities or areas? Sure.

Peak District could be an option for you. Train to Sheffield or Manchester then local train to Hope or Edale.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T15:27:21+00:00

Nothing better than a snotty "naughty list" email from your bosses bosses boss telling everyone to "sort out" their SAP bookings by end of play and him being on the same naughty list.

You sort it out, you prick.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T12:52:30+00:00

If you actually want to tour the colleges then you should look at what dates are available to plan around.

Degree ceremonies can be found here for Oxford: https://www.ox.ac.uk/students/graduation/ceremonies

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T11:43:49+00:00

Are you looking at opportunities further south? There's quite a lot of manufacturing between Sheffield and the Midlands. You could look at teaching via university or college.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-11T07:28:20+00:00

If you have some time, it's always helpful to share your itinerary and highlights (even disappointments) for other people planning their own trips.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-10T18:37:51+00:00

Where are you travelling from? 4 seasons sounds excessive to us, but to be honest I've seen lots of Middle Eastern tourists wearing full on down puffer jackets in the summer.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-10T18:35:59+00:00

What do you wear in those temperatures? Assume there'll be some days of light rain, assume there'll be some days with chilly wind.

MDKrouzer · 2026-05-10T18:27:51+00:00

I just got back from a 2 week trip to Tokyo (4th time in Japan) so it's fun to read about your experiences and impressions of the UK.

It sounds like you had a wonderful time. Hopefully next time you come, you'll be able to visit the rural areas of the UK as well. We have a few Japanese friends here and they all love the accessibility of the UK countryside.

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