E is for England

For part two of my double dose, I am going into my first adventure destination. Growing up, sports were a huge part of my life, they still are. While I played many, the one that I stuck with and got me to college, was soccer. To say I am a big fan of the game would be an understatement. To visit the rumored birthplace of soccer would be nothing short of amazing. I know many people that have been to England and they have loved it. There would be so much I would want to do and see. However, there would never be enough time to see everything. To help with that, I decided to pick the top 5 things I would want to see in England. As with the beaches, we will start with number 5.

5) Tower of London - A dark reminder of a part of the past. But I would find it fascinating. I would love to just look at all the instruments of terror. Of course I'm only fascinated from the outside. I would not be nearly as curious if I were sent there as a prisoner back in the Dark Ages.

4) Stonehedge - These mysterious monoliths have captured my attention for as long as I remember. I would love to find out how they got to where they are. I know there are many conspiracy theories out there. I like to keep an open mind with anything because if we have learned anything throughout history, it is that we are never 100% right. Am I right?

3) Abbey Road - I love music. All types. Old and new. So of course I would have to see where the Beatles came from. I would even be that annoying tourist that took his picture crossing the road.

2) The Oxford-Cambridge Rowing Race - As I mentioned, I have participated in many different sports. Rowing was one of them. Not only was being on the water fun, but the workout rowing offers is second to none. Seeing these world class athletes is amazing. Throw in a good old-fashioned rivalry, makes for a fun time. Both teams get plenty of warnings each year during the race because each is jockeying for the best position in the river. Plus this happens in March which would mean one thing...

1) Manchester United Football Match - I will clarify as in "soccer" football not American football. As mentioned  soccer by far my favorite sport. Manchester United is not only one of the biggest clubs in the world, but also my favorite team as well. When I make it to England, I will see a match. The season runs from August to early May so I would sadly miss the nicer summer weather but that wouldn't deter me. I would gladly stand whatever weather to watch a match.

Now while these are my top 5 things I would want to do, these are by no means the only things. I would go as many places and see as many things as my time would allow.

Old Traffod - Home Stadium for Manchester United

Been to England? Share some of your favorite places. Haven't been? What are some things you would do if you had to pick only one of two. Share them in the comments below.