Battle of the Boyne (observed)

📣 Traveler notes

The United Kingdom (Great Britain and Northern Ireland) is a constitutional monarchy composed of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.

• UK bank holidays involve reduced working hours for many residents, but most shops, pubs, and restaurants remain open.
• Travel links are typically busier and prices are higher during bank holiday periods.
• Consider alternative travel dates due to potential increased congestion and costs.
• The weather is notoriously unpredictable, affecting outdoor plans.
• New Year's Day and Good Friday are notable annual holidays.
• Bank holidays vary by country and city.
• When dining, rest only your wrist, not your elbows, on the table. Use the fork in your left hand and the knife in your right. While formal etiquette is traditional, modern settings are more relaxed. Avoid dipping bread in soup, and spread butter on small bread pieces rather than the entire roll. Speak at a reasonable volume and be mindful of others during mealtime.