United Kingdom
Currency
British Pound (£) – Cards widely accepted; contactless payment popular
Languages
English (main), with Welsh and Scottish Gaelic in specific regions
Weather
Mild climate: cool summers (15-25ºC), mild winters (0-10ºC), frequent rain year-round
Cost of living
$1,800–$3,800/month, depending on the city; London is more expensive
Time zone
GMT (GMT +0) / BST (GMT +1 during daylight saving)
Electrical outlets
230V, type G plugs
Tea, history, and pubs: British character at its finest
