@ Serene Expanse Nancy begins her tour of "London" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations! Map of England, London and East The pets enjoy a tranquil Hertfordshire landscape before moving south towards London. They see the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew and then move on to central London to visit iconic sights. Mind the Gap—they take a trip on the Tube to Baker Street, home of the legendary Sherlock Holmes! They see a typical London pub and see some friendly bobbies guarding the Palace. The pets will then head east to visit a football ground and the scene of a yearly pop festival before finishing the tour in the tranquil surroundings of a mediaeval cathedral city. Serene Expanse Our pets began their London excursion by first enjoying the calming vista of Hexton, a small village outside of the bustling city. Being here on the way to the royal city is like taking a deep breath of fresh air before plunging into all of the sights and sounds they are about to experience.
While touring the British Isles, you met Zig.
Nancy shook paws with Zig the Multi-Functional Robot. They both received one silver mole!
@ Not An Ugly Duckling “Ooh, it's just starting to get a bit cold, Nancy!” said Chloe Rose. “Can you hold my itinerary and camera while I dig out my gilet?" Nancy good-naturedly took charge of Chloe Rose's possessions while she emptied her rucksack of sandwiches wrapped in greaseproof paper, a Thermos flask, a pair of galoshes, a bag of wine gums, a paperback novel, a bottle of mineral water, an address book, some postage stamps, an assortment of different coloured biros, a bottle opener, a couple of old train tickets, a reel of thread, a handful of golden and silver moles, a door key, some shopping receipts, a screwdriver, a bottle of multivitamins, a lottery ticket and a selection of rather battered sachets of salt, sugar and tomato ketchup before locating the gilet right at the bottom. This she donned and then Nancy helped her put everything back in her rucksack.
Not An Ugly Duckling Another stop before entering the royal city is at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew. While this beautiful swan is peaceful to look at, one can hear the sounds of the city not too far away.
While touring the British Isles, you met Chloe Rose.
Nancy shook paws with Chloe Rose the Baby Seal. They both received one silver mole!
@ Palace Police "We should practise our London greetings so we can blend in with the natives," said Nancy. "I'll start," responded cotton candy. "I'll say 'hello' to you." Clearing her throat, she said, "All right, mate?" " 'Ow's it going, guv?" responded Nancy. Palace Police One can't be in the royal city of London and not visit the Royal Palace. Unlike the palace guard, these "bobbies" are smiling and don't carry guns. The presence of security helps our pets feel secure.
While touring the British Isles, you met cotton candy.
Nancy shook paws with cotton candy the Cotton Candy Llama. They both received one silver mole!
@ Time for a Parade "Did you see the Baked Bean when we went past the Palace, Nancy?" asked Pricilla. "Isn't that a tad disrespectful, Pricilla?" queried Nancy. "Hey, Her Majesty has a sense of humour. We're hardly likely to be hauled off to the Tower of London!" Time for a Parade Our pets are just in time for a parade of the Horse Guards down the Mall. What a sight of pageantry along with the mighty sounds of many hooves.
While touring the British Isles, you met Pricilla.
Nancy shook paws with Pricilla the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Totally Tourists “Ooh, it's just starting to get a bit cold, Nancy!” said Enterbeauty a name for this pet. “Can you hold my itinerary and camera while I dig out my gilet?" Nancy good-naturedly took charge of Enterbeauty a name for this pet's possessions while she emptied her rucksack of sandwiches wrapped in greaseproof paper, a Thermos flask, a pair of galoshes, a bag of wine gums, a paperback novel, a bottle of mineral water, an address book, some postage stamps, an assortment of different coloured biros, a bottle opener, a couple of old train tickets, a reel of thread, a handful of golden and silver moles, a door key, some shopping receipts, a screwdriver, a bottle of multivitamins, a lottery ticket and a selection of rather battered sachets of salt, sugar and tomato ketchup before locating the gilet right at the bottom. This she donned and then Nancy helped her put everything back in her rucksack.
Totally Tourists Our pets know all of the places to see while in London, including Westminster Bridge and Big Ben! They decide to wait until the clock hands reach the top of the hour to hear the loud resonating chimes.
While touring the British Isles, you met Enterbeauty a name for this pet.
Nancy shook paws with Enterbeauty a name for this pet the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
Enterbeauty a name for this pet and you found 5 Travel Tokens!
@ Sunset Over a Palace “A picture of this would look lovely printed on postcards to send home, wouldn't it, Nancy?” Fino said. “It certainly would, Fino!" said Nancy. Sunset Over a Palace Our pets have spent the day seeing lots of sights, and are now treated to the sight of the Palace of Westminster silhouetted against the evening sun.
While touring the British Isles, you met Fino.
Nancy shook paws with Fino the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ An Evening Experience “What have you got in your tote bag, Nancy?” asked Aunt Dora. “It looks very full!” “I’ve come prepared for rain, be it light drizzle or a torrential downpour, given we're in Britain, Aunt Dora,” responded Nancy. “There’s an umbrella, a waxed rain hat, a baseball cap for light showers, a Pac-a-Mac, a plastic jacket, a waterproof poncho, a hi-viz waistcoat—you name it, I’ve got it!” An Evening Experience Our pets are hungry and a bit weary, and so they make their way to the famous Coach and Horses Pub. Established in 1744, it boasts being true "pub-keeping" as it serves fine ales and true pub food in a setting that takes you back in time. Truly a great place to unwind for our pets after a busy day!
While touring the British Isles, you met Aunt Dora.
Nancy shook paws with Aunt Dora the Meadow's Secret Caterpillar. They both received one silver mole!
@ In the Tube "What's the next stop, Passion?" asked Nancy. "Hang about, I'll have a butcher's at the itinerary," said Nancy proudly. "Oh, Passion, I love this Cockney rhyming slang!" On being pressed for explanation, Nancy said that "butcher's" was short for "butcher's hook", meaning "look". In the Tube The next day our pets are off again on a day of touring London, starting with using "the tube" (Americans call it the subway) to get to their first destination. This "tube" station is located under Baker Street, where the famous Sherlock Holmes resided just above!
While touring the British Isles, you met Passion.
Nancy shook paws with Passion the Stardust Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ From the Tube to the Tower "We should practise our London greetings so we can blend in with the natives," said Nancy. "I'll start," responded Lulu. "I'll say 'hello' to you." Clearing her throat, she said, "All right, mate?" " 'Ow's it going, guv?" responded Nancy. From the Tube to the Tower Our pets next make their way to Tower Bridge, the largest and most sophisticated bascule (seesaw) bridge ever completed, built in the late 1800s and opened by the Prince and Princess of Wales in 1894. A walkway stretching between the two towers above the road, not only flies both the Union and England flags, but at one time, had the Olympic rings suspended from it as well!
While touring the British Isles, you met Lulu.
Nancy shook paws with Lulu the Angel Wing Butterfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Infamous Tower "Did you know that Kew Gardens seed bank holds 36,000 wild plant species, Elsa?" asked Nancy. "You can adopt a seed chosen from any continent around the world and get a certificate of adoption." "That would make a fine present for somepet!" said Elsa. Infamous Tower Our pets next find themselves at the infamous Tower of London, which has served as a fortress, a palace and a prison. It has also been home to the Royal Mint, the Royal Armouries and even a zoo! Its history dates back to the 1070s and William the Conqueror. Here the Crown Jewels are protected, while millions of tourists, including our pet friends, hear of traditions, ghost stories, and terrible tales of torture and execution.
While touring the British Isles, you met Elsa.
Nancy shook paws with Elsa the Pearl White Peacock. They both received one silver mole!
@ The Bell Tolls "I love this gift shop! I'm going to buy this souvenir," declared Sugar. "Hey, Nancy, can you lend me a few silver moles in case I'm a bit short?" "Sorry, I'm boracic," said Nancy, then burst out laughing. "It's more rhyming slang, Sugar. 'Boracic' is short for 'boracic lint' and means 'skint'." The Bell Tolls Our pets make their way back towards Big Ben and Westminster Bridge as a storm approach and night falls. It has been a long but enjoyable day!
While touring the British Isles, you met Sugar.
Nancy shook paws with Sugar the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Need a Lift? "Did you see the Baked Bean when we went past the Palace, Nancy?" asked Bear. "Isn't that a tad disrespectful, Bear?" queried Nancy. "Hey, Her Majesty has a sense of humour. We're hardly likely to be hauled off to the Tower of London!" Need a Lift? Our pets catch a lift with one of London's black cabs, whose drivers go through extensive training, called "doing the knowledge" before they are licensed to drive these "hackney carriages."
While touring the British Isles, you met Bear.
Nancy shook paws with Bear the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ A Different Kind of Subway "We should practise our London greetings so we can blend in with the natives," said Nancy. "I'll start," responded Sea Breeze. "I'll say 'hello' to you." Clearing her throat, she said, "All right, mate?" " 'Ow's it going, guv?" responded Nancy. A Different Kind of Subway The pets then make their way on foot and find a subway - only it's not the American kind of subway, and we know the London-kind is called a tube. So what is this subway? Like so many unique British terms, this means a pedestrian underpass - one that goes beneath a road!
While touring the British Isles, you met Sea Breeze.
Nancy shook paws with Sea Breeze the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ A River View “Pass me the binoculars, Nancy!” said Hoppy. "I think that's a sparrowhawk just taking off over there!" A River View From walking under the road to catching a bird's eye view of the River Thames with a number of its bridges, our pets have had some amazing experiences today!
While touring the British Isles, you met Hoppy.
Nancy shook paws with Hoppy the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
@ London Rain "Did you know the London Underground has its own corporate font, Mekmek?" asked Nancy. "What's it called, Mekmek?" "Johnston, after its designer in 1913. All the enamel Tube names and signage is in the same font. It was also licensed for use for the hospital signage in House." London Rain After a good night's sleep, our pets awaken to another one of London's "sights and sounds" - that of the seemingly ever-present rain! They were able to catch this view on an enclosed double-decker bus!
While touring the British Isles, you met Mekmek.
Nancy shook paws with Mekmek the Red Squirrel. They both received one silver mole!
@ Colorful Sight "How's it going, me old China?" enquired Nancy on meeting Kia. "What did you call me, Nancy?" asked Kia cautiously. "It's rhyming slang, Kia! China = China plate = mate!" Colorful Sight As our pets begin to leave the streets of London for its outskirts, they catch sight of a colorful "pet" whom they say looked very friendly - but alas, it was one of a number of pieces of street art they have seen in their three days in London.
While touring the British Isles, you met Kia.
Nancy shook paws with Kia the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Ancient Stones “A picture of this would look lovely printed on postcards to send home, wouldn't it, Nancy?” Barnaby said. “It certainly would, Barnaby!" said Nancy. Ancient Stones One's tour of London and its surrounding areas wouldn't be complete without seeing ancient stones that make up very aged castles.This one is Hadleigh Castle, first begun in 1215, and once a favorite residence of the aging King Edward III during its refortification during the 100 Years War. Our pets are delighted to tour this towering piece of history that overlooks the Essex Marshes.
While touring the British Isles, you met Barnaby.
Nancy shook paws with Barnaby the Red Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sporting About "Did you know the London Underground has its own corporate font, Choose a name?" asked Nancy. "What's it called, Choose a name?" "Johnston, after its designer in 1913. All the enamel Tube names and signage is in the same font. It was also licensed for use for the hospital signage in House." Sporting About Our pets discover where the Ipswich Football Club practices and plays, where else but in Ipswich! However, their "football" isn't American football, but what the Yanks call "soccer!" Our pets get to have fun kicking back by kicking about this round "football!"
While touring the British Isles, you met Choose a name.
Nancy shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Enjoying A Bit of Latitude "Fitting in while in Britain," read Nancy. "If someone bumps into you, you should say 'sorry' to them." Orpheus nodded wisely. "That's right, for being in their way. In fact, you're safest prefacing any interaction with 'Sorry'. As in, 'Sorry, could you pass the salt?' " Orpheus and Nancy laughed together and then carried on reading the Fitting in recommendations. Enjoying A Bit of Latitude As the day draws to a close, our pets get to enjoy the Latitude Festival in Southwold where more than just music is at the venue. It is a one of kind experience DJs are hidden in the woods and colorful sheep roam the tufty fields. There's opera on the lake, film debuts, clowns, actors, ales, and dance troupes, along with a huge children's area. Our pets had no lack of things to enjoy!
While touring the British Isles, you met Orpheus.
Nancy shook paws with Orpheus the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Spiritual Castles "Hey, I bought a cone of soft ice cream from a kiosk earlier and it came out of the machine in stripes of red, white and blue!" said Nancy. "I expect you paid double the price for that patriotic effect," said Mystery darkly. "Oh well, we're on holiday, Mystery!" Spiritual Castles As the day ends, and our pets' tour of London and its surrounding areas draws to a close, they get to see one more iconic London landmark before settling in for the night: that of the majesty and peacefulness of Norwich Cathedral. It is truly a treat to enjoy as it's the most complete Norman Cathedral in England - one of the nation's finest.
While touring the British Isles, you met Mystery.
Nancy shook paws with Mystery the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Wonder of Worship "We should practise our London greetings so we can blend in with the natives," said Nancy. "I'll start," responded Audra. "I'll say 'hello' to you." Clearing her throat, she said, "All right, mate?" " 'Ow's it going, guv?" responded Nancy. Wonder of Worship Our pets wind down by walking among the rows of pews where worshipers expressed their awe of God and His grace. They can almost here the chants and other expressions of exaltation being lifted to the Almighty.
While touring the British Isles, you met Audra.
Nancy shook paws with Audra the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
Audra gave you 1 "British Isles Travel Stamp" size 7
@ Walking in a Vault As Nancy's tour of "London" comes to an end, she rests under a shady tree and looks back on a perfect day. Crimson Dusk Beech Tree The vivid leaves of this tree reflect the setting of the sun, alluring the neighborhood pets to spend hours playing among the many branches. Walking in a Vault The amazing construction of Norwich Cathedral's vaulted ceilings leave our pets impressed at such handiwork that dates back more than 900 years! As the end of the walkway yawns before them, our tired touring pets also find themselves yawning after another wonderful day. They lay their heads down with many images dancing about in their thoughts as sleep comes swiftly and sweetly. Nancy has completed their tour of "London"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour part of "The British Isles"!
While touring the British Isles, you met Moo.
Nancy shook paws with Moo the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
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