Tour Details
Highlights of England and Scotland | April 6-15, 2025
Group Flight Information
Sunday, April 6
- Depart Little Rock @ 9:06AM – AA #3850 – Arrive DFW @ 10:34am
- Depart DFW @ 3:05pm – AA #50 – Arrive London @ 6:25AM (April 7)
- Depart London @ 8:25AM – AA# 7219 – Arrive EDI @ 9:50AM (April 7)
Tuesday, April 15
- Depart London @ 3:00PM AA# 735 – arrive Charlotte @ 6:50PM
- Depart Charlotte @ 9:20PM AA#3692 – arrive Little Rock @ 10:37pm
If you are flying with the group, you will not be able to check in ahead of me for your flight.
Please plan to arrive at Little Rock airport, American Airlines ticketting counter by 7:00am to meet Miki Holder or Beth Durham, your hosts for this tour. Upon arrival to the AA ticketing area, you will present your passport to the ticket agent or a kiosk to check in and receive your boarding pass. If applicable, verify your TSA number and\or frequent flyer account number with an agent to be sure it is linked to your ticket. Also, it is recommended to inquire about your seats for the flights. The airlines assign seats with groups and it is not always what was requested. Once you have tagged and dropped your checked bag and have seen Miki or Beth, you are free to proceed through security to the gate.
Luggage/Weight Restrictions
Each person is allowed one checked bag (up to 50lbs), one carry on bag, and one personal item. Be sure your checked bag is tagged with your name and contact number. It is recommended to carry a change of clothes, valuables and medication in your carry on in case of lost luggage.
Travel Insurance
If you have purchased travel insurance, it will be helpful to have your policy number accessible in case of emergency. If you have not purchased travel insurance, you can purchase up to 24 hours before departure. Travel insurance not only protects your tour in case of cancellation or interruption but also offers coverage for medical and dental expenses while traveling as well as lost and\or delayed bag coverage. Information for travel insurance can be found at www.preludetours.com/travel-insurance/.
Time and weather in Scotland and England
The weather will be “Spring-like” with average temperatures ranging from the mid 50’s – to low 60’s. Rain showers are always possible. England and Scotland time is 6 hours ahead of CST.
Recommended Dress
It is recommended to “dress like an onion” and wear different layers of clothing. As the day progresses, you can take off layers and then add them back as the day ends. No dress clothes are needed and very comfortable walking shoes are a must!
Packing Suggestions
It is difficult to not overpack but we encourage you to “lighten your load” with your luggage. The weather will be cool and you can “recycle” your clothing a couple of times during the tour. Dry wicking clothing and Athleisure clothing are available at many stores and make for great travel clothes. It is not necessary to change clothes prior to dinner each evening and the main goal of a tourist is to “blend in” with the locals and not to stand out. Light jackets and rain jackets will be good to include in your packing.
Passport
Please verify that your passport is valid for 6 months after return to the United Sates (Oct 15, 2025). It is also recommended that you make a copy of your passport and leave at home while you are traveling in case your passport is lost or email a copy of your passport to yourself so that you will have access to it. You will not need to carry your passport while we are traveling during the day We recommend to leave in the hotel safe. (But don’t forget to get it upon departure). A quick hack to remember the items in your safe is to place a shoe in the safe at night so you will have to remember the safe when you are looking for your shoe 🙂
Medications
Medications do not need to be carried in their original bottles. We do suggest that you have a list of your medication in your wallet or emailed to you in case of lost medication or an emergency.
Electrical adapter
The voltage supply in England and Scotland is different than the United States and you will need a Type G adapter which is the plug with three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. We recommend purchasing a universal adapter with USB ports. These can be purchased for appr. $20 either online or at retail stores. If you use a hair straightener or curling iron, it is highly suggested to purchase a “dual – voltage” appliance that automatically adapts to the local voltage.
These can be purchased online or at local beauty supply stores such as Ulta.
Local Currency\credit cards
England and Scotland currency is the pound sterling. One pound is approximately $.80. You will have the opportunity in the airport to convert USD to pounds. The vast majority of merchants and restaurants accept and prefer credit cards (American Express and Discover are not as widely accepted). You can also use the local ATMs in England and Scotland to access pounds for your purchases. It is suggested to let your bank\credit card company know that you will be travelling internationally and to know the specifics of your credit card regarding international transaction fees daily ATM withdrawal limits and any other fees.
Cell Phone usage
All cellular providers offer an international day pass for a nominal fee and it allows your cell phone to work as if in the United States. If you prefer to not purchase an international plan, there will be wi-fi spots in the hotels and at many cafes and restaurants. It is recommended that you learn how to use your phone abroad before departure to avoid any “surprise fees” upon returning home.
Tipping and entrance fees
All gratuities and entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary are included in your tour cost have been included in your tour cost. Your tour guide will be able to answer ques4ons about tipping in restaurants when dining aside from the group.
Cameras\iPad\Laptops
You are encouraged to take photos throughout the tour to share with your friends and post to social media. We do not recommend packing valuable electronics in your checked baggage but rather in your carryon bag.
Emergency contact number while traveling
The Itravel with Miki office number 501.412.0485 will be forwarded to a cell phone and will be answered 24 hours a day while on tour in case of emergencies.
Typical tour day
A typical day of touring begins with a 7:30-8:00am breakfast (usually buffet) in the hotel restaurant followed by a 8:30-9:00am departure for the day. The motor coach will stop every 75-90 minutes through the day for coffee breaks and rest stops. Lunch will be served between 11:00am -1:00pm depending on the tour schedule. It is recommended to have a back pack with you each day with a few snacks, a notebook for note taking and an extra phone battery or charging cable
for your phone. Some buses may be equipped with USB outlets and\or wi-fi.
Hairdryers and Washcloths
All hotels will provide hairdryers in the room. It is recommended to locate the hairdryer upon checking into your room and request one if it is not there. Most European hotels do not provide wash clothes.
