Today was our last day at Harlaxton. Leaving is a bitter-sweet occasion because I am excited to continue travelling around the United Kingdom, but it also means that our trip is about halfway over, and I think it has gone by very quickly.
Anyway, Meghan, Justin and I spent our day in Liverpool. The train ride was pretty long (about 3 hours), but it was totally worth it. We left early and arrived arou
nd noon in the city. After grabbing a snack at Costa, we acquired a map and followed it to Albert Dock, the place where The Beatles’ Story is located. The Beatles’ Story is the only permanent Beatles museum in the world, and it contains a walk-through of Beatles’ facts, pictures, songs and possessions. I really enjoyed the tour, especially since I am a Beatles’ fan. After we finished our time at the museum, we walked through the city and its shops. Most major cities have a tour on the “Ducks,” which is a vehicle that runs on land and water. The Ducks in Liverpool are called “The Yellow Duck Marines.” I thought this name was cool because it plays off the song “Yellow Submarine” by the Beatles. By the time we finished shopping and grabbed a quick dinner, it was time to head back to the train station. On the way back, we met a college-age British boy who 
was really sweet. He told us a lot about the school system, medical system and many other facets of life in England. I like hearing the citizens’ opinions and ideas because I think they add to the cultural experience in a much more personal manner, differing from an ordinary tour guide’s speech. Once we arrived back on Grantham, we called for a taxi and returned to the Manor. Hearing commotion from the Bistro, we ventured down the stairs and found everyone celebrating our last night. We joined in the festivities and had a wonderful last evening at Harlaxton Manor.
Anyway, Meghan, Justin and I spent our day in Liverpool. The train ride was pretty long (about 3 hours), but it was totally worth it. We left early and arrived arou
nd noon in the city. After grabbing a snack at Costa, we acquired a map and followed it to Albert Dock, the place where The Beatles’ Story is located. The Beatles’ Story is the only permanent Beatles museum in the world, and it contains a walk-through of Beatles’ facts, pictures, songs and possessions. I really enjoyed the tour, especially since I am a Beatles’ fan. After we finished our time at the museum, we walked through the city and its shops. Most major cities have a tour on the “Ducks,” which is a vehicle that runs on land and water. The Ducks in Liverpool are called “The Yellow Duck Marines.” I thought this name was cool because it plays off the song “Yellow Submarine” by the Beatles. By the time we finished shopping and grabbed a quick dinner, it was time to head back to the train station. On the way back, we met a college-age British boy who 
was really sweet. He told us a lot about the school system, medical system and many other facets of life in England. I like hearing the citizens’ opinions and ideas because I think they add to the cultural experience in a much more personal manner, differing from an ordinary tour guide’s speech. Once we arrived back on Grantham, we called for a taxi and returned to the Manor. Hearing commotion from the Bistro, we ventured down the stairs and found everyone celebrating our last night. We joined in the festivities and had a wonderful last evening at Harlaxton Manor.
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