So, first off...I'm american. I'll be moving to London about two days! Now, I consider myself to be a pretty nice person to know...but then again most people probably think that way about themselves, and as much as I'd like to believe I get along with everyone, I really don't want to make an ass out of myself when I move to London.

So I guess, I'm ask'n for advice on the big no-no's americans tend to make when visiting or stayin in the uk. (and just to put this out there I really, really, really dislike Bush.....he's a freak'n ASS!....that said, plez try not to hold some of his actions against me, lol).

hahah Im an aussie and we probly make asses of our selves then you guys. Most of the americans are very well mannered and quite polite. Just what ever you do DO NOT TRY TO PAY FOR ANYTHING IN $US.

Its more of a Tourist thing. You see americans having a hissy fit because they cant pay for things in USD.

Ha you, Welcome (in advance) to cold, grey, windy blighty/england, we have the most up tight people, in the world. Make sure you keep your smile alive. it will open all sort of doors.

Saying that, we are quick witted funny in a "bottom noise sort of way".

And make true friends if you can break throigh our persoanl luggage of despire.

Well if you fancy a tour of all the places that are cool and your mum said not to go to, and want to drink till you pass out - give me a call/txt/email.

Hi there. I'm an American who has been living in London for a couple of years now. Of course, be yourself. Don't pretend to be someone that you're not. But one thing that I wish Americans who lived/traveled abroad was just quiet/slow down a bit. Americans have a reputation for being loud and impatient, which of course is not true of everybody, which is why I hate it when Americans (like my brother) live up to the stereotype and shout halfway across the restaurant "yo, waiter, can we get the check please!" In the end, British and American cultures aren't that different, but just be open to the sublte differences, be yourself, and enjoy.

....and don't expect to buy your fish n' chips wrapped up in newspaper, 'cos that went out years ago..........and if you want to blend in, don't wear Rupert Bear trousers...........