After the Queen's death, traveling to England became expensive.

Despite major sporting events and many public attractions being closed during the period of national mourning, the number of tourists visiting the United Kingdom has surged dramatically.

In an interview with Radio New Zealand, Flight Centre commented that traveling during this time is a challenge. Travelers should find new accommodations or share rooms with friends instead of paying exorbitant price differences for hotels in Edinburgh and London.

According to The Guardian, hotel prices in London are at their highest level since the 2012 Olympic Games. Hotel prices in Kensington and several other areas of London have increased by more than 300%.

The Washington Post reported that searches for flights from the US to the UK surged 49% in just hours after the Queen's death.

"There will certainly be a lot of flight delays due to the increased travel demand," said Victoria Courtney, a spokesperson for Flight Centre.

One-way airfares from Auckland (New Zealand) to Heathrow Airport (UK) peaked at over 2,000 NZD (nearly 29 million VND) on weekends. According to comparison websites, this figure is almost double the average monthly airfare and on par with peak season prices.

The number of tourists visiting the UK is expected to continue to increase in the coming period. However, tourists should be aware of the operating hours of some attractions during the national mourning period.

The British government also announced guidelines on September 11 for those wishing to pay their respects to the Queen at Westminster Palace from 5 pm on September 14 to 6:30 am on September 19 (local time).

"If you wish to pay your respects, please be aware that long queues are expected. You will have to stand for hours, possibly overnight, with very little chance of sitting down as the line will constantly move," the UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport said in its guidance, according to AP.

Many changes are happening and will continue to happen in Britain following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. These include changes to the national anthem, businesses closing for a period of national mourning, the printing of new currency, passports, police uniforms, and more. Many Britons are still unsure what their lives will be like after Queen Elizabeth II's passing.

In the United Kingdom, flags will be flown at half their normal height until 8 a.m. the day after the funeral, according to Greater London Lieutenancy guidelines. Churches may also ring their bells to mark the Queen's death.

On the day of the Queen's death, banks and stock markets closed for the day. Most businesses also closed to observe a period of mourning for the Queen. This will be the first major impact on the British economy following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. King Charles will deliver his first address as king via live broadcast, and the government will swear allegiance to the monarch with a 41st saluting gun.

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II will shake a world so accustomed to her reign, fundamentally changing how the world views the United Kingdom today.

Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, and the world witnessed her reign as queen. She ascended the throne in 1952 and reigned for 70 years, until her death on Thursday, September 8, 2022. She was 96 years old.

Phuong Thao is an editor at Travellive magazine. She is passionate about traveling and enjoys capturing moments with her camera in every place she visits. Travel, art, and lifestyle are Phuong Thao's favorite writing topics.

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