The Wimbledon is one of the four Grand Slam events in men’s and women’s tennis (along with Australian Open, French Open, and US Open). Here are 5 things about this event that you may not know about. King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II, once played in this event. While most British royalties would watch the game from the royal box of the Centre Court, the Duke of York, eventually King George VI, competed in the 1926 Men’s Doubles of the Wimbledon. Sir Louis Greig got an automatic berth in Wimbledon after winning the Royal Air Force Tennis Championship and chose the duke to be his partner. Their British opponent Britons Arthur Gore and Herbert Barrett in three easy sets 6-1, 6-3, 6-2. The duke was gracious in defeat. The Wimbledon was first staged to raise funds for croquet equipment While croquet now plays second fiddle to tennis today, it was the All England Club’s only sport when the organization was established in 1868. Lawn tennis was only included in the club in 1875 and the first tennis championships in 1877 was played to raise funds for a pony-drawn roller for the croquet lawns. There […]
Renewing or replacing your passport can be done any time. The fee for such service is £72.50, or £81.25 using the Passport Check and Send service of the Post Office. The remaining time on your current passport will be added to your new one up to a maximum of 9 months. It would take 3 weeks to get the passport. However, you can expedite the passport by using a different service if you need the passport urgently. Make sure to fill out the application correctly and all information provided as it could delay the release of your passport. Don’t book a travel until you receive your valid passport because it could be risky. Make sure to replace your passport right away if it has signs of reasonable wear and tear because you may not be permitted to travel with a damaged passport. You need to renew your expired passport before you are allowed to travel. For lost or stolen passports, you may need to attend an interview which can cause further delays in your application for a new visa. How To Apply If you are in the United Kingdom, there are several ways you can apply for a passport. One is by […]
The United Kingdom is undoubtedly one of the best locations in the world for finding a job. With its stable economy, it is said to be one of the most lucrative countries for venturing into a career. Every year, hundreds of thousands of new graduates look for jobs in the United Kingdom. Are you looking for a job in the United States? Here are 5 of the best lucrative careers that you can venture into the United Kingdom: Accountancy and Actuarial – A job in finance is regarded as one of the best paid career options not only in the United Kingdom but also worldwide. Accountancy and actuarial jobs, in particular, are synonymous to large salaries and benefits. They can be a great starting point for everyone who wants to be self-employed. One can gain some experience in a company or public sector before doing private practice IT Web Design – In current society, information technology is continuously developing. With more and more businesses and professionals setting up websites for their companies in order to attract customers, there has been an increase in the demand for web designers in the UK. Most of them are self-employed and earning money on […]
Going on a weekend away in the UK doesn’t have to be boring or unexciting. There are plenty of quirky locations you can explore that will be different to any place you’ve ever been. At first glance, the following locations may not seem so quirky. However, upon closer inspection, you’ll see that they are as unique as you can get! Sherwood Forest You might recognise the name ‘Sherwood forest’ if you’re a fan of Robin Hood. Yep, this is where (or where it is said) the adventures of Robin and his merry men took place. If you want to soak up the atmosphere, you can rent a log cabin here complete with a hot tub. London London is so diverse, but there are lots of quirky places you can stay when visiting. Consider staying in Camden Town, a place where you’ll find all kinds of wares for sale, from unique jewelry to home made juices. You could even stay in Kentish town, a place full of vintage shops and character. Stay in one of the secret hotels of London to complete your stay. You’ll have a great time! Devon On a farm in Devon, you’ll find something called the Loveland […]
If you are from the United Kingdom, some movies might have given you a feeling of dejavu that you have already been there. Well, that’s because there are scenes of certain movies that have been shot in UK locations. Here are five famous British attractions used in the movies: Mentmore Towers This 19th century Buckinghamshire country house may have housed some of the popular names in British nobility but in the movies it has played host to some of the far more disreputable big screen characters. It has been used to stand in for Wayne Manor, the home of Bruce Wayne, aka Batman. It also appeared in movies like Eyes Wide Shut in 1999, Brazil in 1985, The Mummy Returns in 2001, Ali G Indahouse in 2002, and Batman Begins in 2005. Betchworth Quarry The white cliffs of this quarry have become an excellent backdrop in both the big screen and television. It was the location for a chase scene in the classic 70s horror movie Scream and Scream Again and was also featured in episodes of Doctor Who. Today, the Betchworth Quarry is nothing but a rubbish landfill but the cliff can still be reached via the North Downs […]
Harry Potter may already be gone in the big screen but his legacy lives on at the Universal Studios Harry Potter Japan. Based on the highly popular book series by British author J.K. Rowling and subsequent movies produced by Warner Bros. the theme park in Osaka is the second Wizarding World od Harry Potter site of Universal Studios. The original theme park opened at Universal Studios Florida in 2010, which recently inaugurated Diagon Alley, another section of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Universal Studios Hollywood, meanwhile, is set to launch its own version by 2016. Two stars from the movie Tom Felton and Evanna Lynch who played Draco Malfoy and Luna Lovegood attended the opening ceremonies wearing their Slytherin and Ravenclaw scarves. Then the two performed a mock “Revelio” spell – a charm used to reveal hidden objects— after which the archway entrance filled with smoke. As it cleared, Hogsmeade Village was revealed to the guests waiting to enter the new attraction. Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson may have been too busy to attend the event, but author J.K. Rowling herself reportedly visited the par before it was launched. She cannot help but be amazed with the craft and […]
Are you looking for the best school to study in London? The good news is that there is a bevy of universities in the city that offers specialist or multidisciplinary courses with a flexible schedule. Here are 5 universities in London that you can consider based on the QS World University Rankings for 2013 – 2014. University College London (UCL) Ranking 4th in the QS World University Rankings this year, University College London is quite attractive for international students, which represents 1/3 of its student body. This multidisciplinary institute is divided into 10 faculties with campuses conveniently situated in the heart of Central London. The main campus in Gower Street is just a short walk from most of the city’s cultural institutions, the party environment of Soho, the entertainment center, and Oxford Street, the well-renowned shopping district. Imperial College London Always keeping in step with UCL in the rankings, Imperial College London placed 5th this year in the QS Global Top 10. This prestigious science-focused institution highlights the importance of laboratory work to complement teaching and research. Its global appeal is reflected in the high number of international students enrolled in its halls. The main campus is located in South […]