3 Days in London: A Jam-Packed Itinerary in the Best City on Earth
From the minute the plane wheels touched down at Heathrow, I was in a rush. On my very first trip back in 2011, I had 3 days in London – three short, busy days – to see as much of London as I could. And by golly, I saw a lot. In the end, I probably pushed too hard and ran myself ragged – but that trip inspired a love of London that has stuck with me throughout my life...
13 Lovely-Smelling London-Scented Candles
London, like all great cities of the world, has a very distinct smell. And that smell changes depending on where you are in the city: riding the Piccadilly Line in from Heathrow smells very different than Brick Lane in the East End than from Columbia Flower Market on a bright summer morning. But all of these places encapsulate the smell of London – and evoke memories of past visits (or inspiration for future ones!)...
Where to Stay in North London:
The 5 Best Neighborhoods (& 4 to Skip!)Each neighborhood in London is different. There are the posh ones, the artsy ones, the historic ones, the dodgy ones, and even the ones you've seen in movies. But for the most part, you probably don't know much about North London. After all, it isn't home to many of London's top sights, and is mostly comprised of residential neighborhoods. But that's not to say it has nothing to offer intrepid London travelers looking for a deal on where to stay in North London...
London on a Rainy Day: 19 Delightful Things to Do
London is lovely in any weather, but there's something really depressing about planning your London itinerary when the forecast calls for precipitation – or waking up one day in London and seeing the rain coming down. But hey, it's London – rain happens! And you've got to make the most of it even if you find yourself in London on a rainy day (or longer)...
13 Charming Spots to See Christmas Lights in London
When you think of winter destinations, London probably doesn't come to mind. After all, it's as likely to rain as snow on any given day of the festive holiday season that ends each year. Not exactly the most cheery! But don't let that discourage you from visiting London around this time of year...
17 Lovely Day Trips from London
It might seem curious: a blog all about London travel recommending places to explore beyond London. However, one of my favorite parts of visiting London is how easy it is to get out of the city and see other parts of England, Great Britain, and even Europe. With just one day, there are some pretty incredible day trips from London available for the intrepid traveler who's willing to figure out the logistics and maybe sacrifice a little sleep...
6 Days in London: A Perfect First-Time Itinerary
One of the toughest parts about being an American who wants to visit Europe is the time constraint. Most of us only get two weeks of paid vacation per year – and it's easy to burn a few days of each trip just in travel time! The reality is that when you take a week to visit London or other parts of Europe, you really only get to enjoy six days in that destination...
Where to Stay in South London:
The 8 Best Neighborhoods (& 5 to Skip!)While almost every tourist attraction and popular area in London is north of the Thames, there's a whole other half of the city to explore. Yes, I'm talking about South London: home to Borough Market (arguably London's best market), the London Eye (a must-do!), and one of the city's two hometown football teams (Go Chelsea!). So there are things worth crossing the river for, but what about accommodation?...
The 13 Best Spots for Autumn Colors in London
Hands down, one of the best parts of London in the fall is how the trees change color. You might not imagine London as a "leaf peeping" destination (not my favorite expression, but it's totally accurate, especially if you're an American) but it is. Across the city, parks, walkways, gardens, and even homes (covered in ivy) change color and the whole place is a riot of warm yellow, orange, and red...
A Guide to the 21 Best London Parks
While everyone assumes it rains all the time in London, spoilers: it doesn't! In fact, London has some great weather during certain seasons, especially late spring, summer, and early autumn. Similarly, everyone assumes London is all urban – but there are huge swaths of green space, thanks to wise city planners and the formerly extensive lands held by the Royal family...
