Britain gears up for Tourism Week

— -- With the pound lower against the dollar than previous years ($1.43, as of Thursday), British Tourism Week couldn't come at a better time. The celebration, which showcases tourism in Britain and Ireland, encompasses everything from a three-hour guided tour around Alfred Hitchcock's London to a walking tour of the city's street markets. It all concludes with the annual Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race in London March 29. Visit britishtourismweek.com for more information.