Gioia
Italy
I visited Bristol almost two years ago. I organized my trip through an agency and attended a school, traveling in a group with my friends. I felt almost always safe, even when walking alone. From the first day, I was always out and about, occasionally returning to my host mom's place. I explored everything, from churches to huge green parks, museums to shops. Being my first time in the UK, I couldn't resist entering any store. Bristol's main street is full of little shops, and I will never forget the four-story Primark, which wasn't in Italy at the time. Once you understand the bus directions, getting around is easy, and the people around are very helpful. Tip: if you get on a bus, sit down immediately; it's not like in Italy where you can stand. I got scolded a few times. Get familiar with the upper deck; it's a unique experience. Don't forget that the direction of travel is reversed, so be careful when crossing the street. Watch out for seagulls; they brought me keys, meaning they steal everything XD (not that it wasn't known). I highly recommend seeing the suspension bridge and exploring Bristol on foot. If you're energetic, wake up in the morning and join the English for a nice morning run or, better yet, join them in group sports activities. For an Italian, the food is a drama everywhere. I was unlucky to have a host mom with back pain who served me potatoes and meat throughout my stay. However, I often went out to eat with my friends. Don't miss out on Five Guys and Starbucks, but above all, try the famous Fish and Chips; you won't regret it. To save money, I went to Subway most of the time because I didn't have much time going to school. Absolutely play Mini Golf and enter the arcades; you'll have a blast. I stayed for 2 weeks (15 days) on a budget of €2000. But we have to consider that I was with an agency, in a group, and attending a private school. Museums and transportation were "free." My host mom warned me about places where it was better not to go alone, but they were only in distant suburbs. If I could, I would gladly go back.
Posted: January 7, 2024Sarah
United Kingdom
Beautiful and historic city Melting pot of different cultures and communities If you can't find it here you probably can't find it anywhere if you're looking for art,music,theatre,cinema,community, politics, food..and life Years of under investment and poor local government mean public transport is dire and housing is expensive. But the city is still a magnet for people from all over the world who want a big city to live,work and play in without the scale and grime of London You can see the countryside from the centre of Bristol and lush countryside is nearby The estuary coast is 20mins away,proper seaside a bit further. Good transport links from the city if not within it.
Posted: November 1, 2023Jevan
Tree-loving, life-hugging, glitter-showering, overpowering, rainbow-splattered, brain-scattered, mood-dude*
Hannah
Hi I’m Hannah! I’m a musician from England who’s just started solo travel. I love learning about new cultures and meeting new people, I love to cook and dance and i am a Dj back home. Would love to meet more likeminded people :)
Sarah
Bristol
3 days
Hi I'm Sarah I'm born in 66 not 05 but it's impossible to enter my DOB Lived in beautiful Bristol for many years,happy to show nice folks around My adult daughter lives with me half the time I'm enjoying more freedom to travel again now she's older I like art,cinema,swimming, camping, music,travel and more
Luisa
Bristol
3 days
I'm Luisa. I currently live in Bristol and love to travel. I speak Spanish, Portuguese, Basic French and Italian. I would love to practice my languages and also show anyone around when I am here.