2 Weeks in London: The Ultimate Itinerary for 13-14 Days
Vacation time is a great thing – and often the biggest bummer. No matter where you live or who you work for, nobody has unlimited PTO before retirement (even if your company policy say you do, y'all know what I mean...); most of us have to make trade-offs to see the world with what days we have – without losing any at year's end or going over into unpaid territory. So if you – like most Americans – only have two weeks of vacation and you're choosing to spend all of it in London, I admire your choice...
The 25 Best Hostels in London for Budget-Conscious Travelers (2022)
On my very first trip to London, I – like many young, broke travelers – stayed in a hostel. I did a ton of research and – not knowing much about London – booked myself a hostel out in Canary Wharf. It was affordable, within walking distance of public transit, and seemed like a good spot to base myself that wouldn't be too crazy since it was a bit further from Central London... Big, big mistake...
10 of the Best Free Views in London
If you love it, London is one of those places that you can never get enough of. That's how I felt after my first trip over a decade ago, and I've been traveling back almost every year since – plus I moved to London for a year at one point because I enjoyed spending time in the city so much. One of the reasons I like London so much? It's a truly beautiful city, no matter the weather...
The 9 Best Jack the Ripper Tours in London
As you plan a trip to London, it's hard to ignore the rich history of the city. There's the London Wall, remnants of when the Romans occupied this land some 2,000 years ago, and the Tower of London which dates back over a thousand years. There is also more recent history, like the glamour of Victorian London when the city was the capital of a global empire...
The 11 Best Umbrellas for London for Travel & Souvenirs
Nobody wants to talk about it, but a forecast of rain is something to keep in mind when planning your London itinerary – even during the generally warmer and drier summer months. While I'm wishing you clear skies and sunny weather during your entire trip (no matter the season!), the reality is that you may need to consider packing a few choice items to keep yourself dry if the weather forecast turns more damp as your trip approaches...
12 Delightful Spots for Tulips & Daffodils in London
Spring has sprung... or it nearly has! If you're reading this, you're probably in the earliest days of spring, and wondering about all the wonderful blossoms and blooms you can see around London. Because whether you're aware or not, London is actually considered a forest, according to the U.N. definition (fact!). That means there are tons of green spaces all over town – or they're at least green in the spring and summer anyway...
How to Plan the Perfect Stonehenge Day Trip from London
Among the many incredible destinations you can explore outside of London, there's perhaps none more steeped ind legend and myth than Stonehenge. Was it aliens? Advanced technology for a primitive society? Some other theory entirely? No matter what you believe, the iconic stone circle of Stonehenge is a must-see...
11 Days in London: A Lovely, Leisurely U.K. Visit (+12 Day-Option)
There's no right amount of time to spend in London – however long you have is the perfect amount of time for you, and there's plenty to do when you visit, no matter your travel interests. But if you have a lot of time to visit London, that's definitely a unique opportunity to slow down and experience a lot of what London has to offer without the rush of a short timeframe...
23 Splurge-Worthy Stays & Luxury Penthouses in London
London has something for everyone – and for every kind of traveler. There are budget-friendly hostels and vacation rentals, mid-range accommodations in literally every style, and some insanely over-the-top options for people who want to splurge...
The 13 Best Places to See Sunrise in London (& Sunrise Times)
Is there anything more magical than watching the world come to life before your eyes at the start of the day? When I lived in London, the dawn hours were one of my favorite times of day: I would rise early, lace up my running shoes, and hit the streets to run along the Thames. On weekend days, most people were still sleeping off their previous evening at the pub, and I got to watch the whole city wake up around me after sunrise in London...
