Category Archives: Unique and Unusual

Besides being the home of the two most dominant football clubs (Manchester City and Manchester United) in the premier league, Manchester has played second fiddle to London for centuries.  There is definitely a “north and south” rivalry in England as … Continue reading →

About a month ago I had the chance to drive to Wales on business. I had no idea how much different it was than England. Not only do they have their own language, English is their second language. Welsh looks … Continue reading →

The trains here are great…but expensive.  The train from Manchester to London is anywhere from $120 to $200 depending on whether you go “non-peak” or “peak”.  You have to pay more here for everything if it is “peak” – during … Continue reading →

Fortunately I love soccer, or football as the English call it.  Both of my sons play it and I have grown to love it.  With the opportunity to go watch Manchester City and the Bolton Wanderers play I couldn’t pass … Continue reading →