Amba Hotel Marble Arch (Hotel Review)
Rumbling buses, noisy shoppers, and a steady stream of black cabs that aren’t afraid to honk when a pedestrian unwittingly steps out looking the wrong way. If there’s any part of London that never sleeps, it’s Oxford Street, on the edge of Central London. Maybe I was a little crazy thinking it might be restful or relaxing to book a hotel near Marble Arch...
Where to Stay in London: Best 11 Areas
(& 5 Other Great Ones)When planning your first trip to London, you might get overwhelmed with a lot of decisions. How many days should you visit? Which sights are must-see – and what can you skip? And where in big, beautiful London should you stay?...
The 15 Best London Ornaments for Trimming Your Tree This Year
'Tis the season! It's time for festive decorations, holiday parties at the pub, and trimming your tree – should that be the holiday you celebrate. If you're anything like me, you have a collection of ornaments from a lifetime of travel and adventure... but do you have any London ornaments to hang on the boughs of your Christmas tree?...
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How to Make English Mulled Wine
(Taste London at Home)While London can be lovely in the winter, it can also be less than lovely under certain circumstances. Think drizzly rain, colder temperatures, and shorter days. That's why Londoners find ways to bring cheer into daily life, whether that's a pint at the pub with friends, a huge enthusiasm for festive parties, or a plethora of holiday markets across the city. And if you've ever been to one, you know one of the best parts of any holiday market – in any city – is the prospect of mulled wine.
13 Wonderful Things to Do in London in the Winter
Is there anything more magical than a fresh blanket of snow? As someone who grew up in Alaska, I'll never forget that first morning waking up each winter to a winter wonderland outside the windows. Add that special kind of magic to an incredible destination like London, and you've got the recipe for an unforgettable experience...
15 Incredible London Museums to Visit
As cities go, London has something for everyone. From history to culture to great food and incredible arts, I haven't yet found someone who hasn't found something they enjoy in this big, bustling city. But if you ask for recommendations on what to do in London, almost everyone will suggest visiting one (or more) of London's museums...
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...
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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!)...
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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...
