It was also wonderful to see the communication and relationship as it developed between them, as well as the almost fraternal playing and horsing around. Photos and other memorabilia were placed in albums and shared with families, friends and teachers. The souvenir books we had purchased for them were examined, explained and shared as well. Our granddaughters Sali and Emily will be old enough soon. Carry camera instructions.
Telephone calling cards, rather than directly calling from the hotel room, are very cheap.
Map out places to eat beforehand. Be flexible about diet. For example, while trying to help them combat jet lag the first day, we offered them Cadbury chocolate bars available at the Underground stops. Hold on to all important things such as passports and money. Let them decide how to spent their allowances.