Bharti & Kartik | Travel Journal

Coming to London? 🇬🇧 Save these 3 tips before you fly!

📱 1. SIM CARD - Stay connected from Day 1

You can either buy a SIM after landing or arrange one before your trip.

Some options to explore:
• giffgaff
• Lebara
• EE, O2, Vodafone & Three — major UK networks

💳 2.Contactless Payments

Look for zero/low forex markup cards like eligible Niyo or Scapia cards. ( for Indians )

Add your card to Apple Pay/Google Wallet and choose GBP when paying.

🚌 3. LONDON BUSES

Tap your contactless card, phone or Oyster card when boarding.

You do not need to tap when getting off a London bus.

A standard adult bus journey currently costs £1.85 (starting 1st Nov 2026), regardless of how many stops you travel.

✨ A little preparation before your flight can make your first day in London so much easier!

📌 Save this for your London trip and share it with someone planning to move or travel here.

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