Is the consumption in Britain high? The best tourist season in Britain

Many people want to go to Britain, but the impression of Britain is that prices are relatively high and consumption levels are high. When else is it suitable to go to England? Which season is better to go to England? Let's introduce it in Bianxiao. Come and have a look.

When is the best time to travel to England?

March to August is a good time to visit Britain. However, the temperature in March is still relatively low, and the head of the delegation suggested coming to Tripper from May to August.

In May, Britain ushered in its own late spring season, with colorful flowers everywhere. In July and August, although China has entered a hot summer, the temperature in Britain is still relatively low. During this period, it is very comfortable for everyone to travel to Britain, and they can also go to the seaside.

Sterling and consumption

The currency in Britain is the pound (), and the pound is equal to100p (p). The exchange rate between British pound and RMB is 100:900. There is no foreign exchange control in Britain. You can bring any amount of cash in and out of this country. To be on the safe side, it is more appropriate to take a credit card out of the country. In addition, if you are worried that some stores can't swipe their cards, you can change 500 pounds in cash and carry it with you. Try not to carry a lot of cash to avoid danger.

Britain's consumption level is above average among European countries, and accommodation, transportation and scenic spots tickets are the most important expenses. Bottled drinks in the supermarket 1-3 kg, sandwiches 3 kg; A working meal is about 10 kg; Subway ticket 1.8 each.

In Britain, tipping taxi drivers and restaurant waiters is usually necessary. The tip is usually 10% to 15%. Many restaurants will automatically add a service charge to the bill, so please check the bill before deciding whether to tip. When you buy drinks in pubs or bars, you don't have to tip.

The price of daily necessities in Britain is about three to five times that of China (on average), but the quality of products is generally far better than that of similar products in China. The average monthly income of local people in Britain is 2,000 pounds, or about 4,000 dollars. It is equivalent to about RMB 30,000, which is more than 10 of the average income of large and medium-sized cities in China.

A simple comparison between British consumption level and domestic consumption level: subway ticket 1.2, about RMB 18 yuan. Hamburg is two Jin, about 30 yuan. Apples are 30p each, which is about $5.

Relatively speaking, the price of raw food in Britain is even cheaper than that in China. And the quality is better. Here, coke and the like are more expensive, a small bottle of 355ML costs tens of pence, and a large bottle even costs 1.4 pounds, equivalent to more than 20 yuan. Although local brands are much cheaper, you can buy large bottles of fruit drinks for 30p.

It is recommended to exchange pounds at the post office.

British foreign currency exchange can be found in airports and banks, and the post office is recommended.

During your stay in Britain, you can change pounds and mail postcards, letters and souvenirs at any post office. Many outlets of the post office have foreign currency exchange. Recently, there was a popular video on the Internet of the British Post Office, in which the teller turned into a magician and instantly exchanged foreign currency, which was quite interesting.

UnionPay cards are used in different regions.

In Britain these days, some cities around London generally don't accept UnionPay cards, but many hotels, shops and restaurants in London do. Most places will indicate the payment methods they accept on stickers near windows or counters.