Mind The Gap » U.S.

10 Things Americans Love About Brits

Ruth Margolis — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:09:27 +0000

From how we speak to what we eat, the U.S. is mad about everything British.

1. Our accents As a Brit living in America, I veer between extreme speaking-related self-consciousness – like when I have to ask for budder instead of butter in a restaurant – and believing, thanks to a steady flow of ...

Tipping in America: How To Do It and What To Expect If You Don’t

Ruth Margolis — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:10:46 +0000

Don’t want to be reviled by every waiter in town? Heed our tips on tipping, U.S. style.

1. Am I legally required to tip anywhere in the U.S.? No. Service charge is always voluntary, even when it’s added to your bill. But if you deduct gratuity from the check, don’t expect it to go down well.

10 Tips for Cheap Airfares from the U.S. to the U.K.

William Kay — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 18:24:12 +0000

Airfares have shot up in recent years, largely because of increased taxes and fuel charges. We are all feeling the impact of the recession and want to save money.