Valerie
Valerie fell in love with London on her first trip to the city way back in 2011. Since then, she spent a year living in London and visits as often as she can. Join her to explore my favorite city on earth and learn everything you need to discover the best London has to offer!
15 Delightful Floating Restaurants in London
If there's one thing I hope we can agree on, it's that London is no longer a place where you can turn your nose up about food. First of all, British food has undergone a renaissance; secondly, London's restaurant scene is one of the best in the world, with incredible chefs and creative menus in every neighborhood and part of town...
15 London Hotels Near Her Majesty’s Theatre within a 7-minute Walk
There are few cities on par with London when it comes to enjoying a performance on stage. From the theatre-packed West End to indie playhouses across the city, London has a plethora of places to enjoy actors on stage – but none is perhaps as well-reputed as Her Majesty's Theatre, located within the triangle formed by Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square...
The 15 Best London Guidebooks for Any Type of Traveler
Imagine arriving in London: you exit the airport, ride the Tube to Central London, and step out into the fresh air and sunlight of the greatest city on earth. Now what? While there is certainly fun in spontaneity and discovering new things without a fixed plan, I personally need a bit more structure when I travel, and almost always have at least some kind of itinerary for my trips – even when visiting London which I've both visited many times and lived in...
19 Landmarks in London: Most Iconic, Most Popular & Most Photographed
I've said it before and I'm sure I'll say it again: London is one of the most iconic destinations in the world. Can you think of a place with more well-known iconic buildings and places to visit? Maybe it's due to colonization and imperialism or maybe it's due to pop culture, but no matter the reason, everyone can picture a part of London in their mind's eye...
Visiting London in July: What to Pack, Weather, Events & Things to Do (2022)
As the heart of summer, July is one of the best times to visit London. There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy that lovely dry, warm weather and long, sunny days. In fact, July is one of the most popular (and unfortunately most expensive) times to visit London throughout the year – but don't let that stop you! Visiting London in July means you're in for a real treat...
Paddleboarding in London: Where to Go & Tour Options
For some people, vacation is a chance to relax and unwind; their ideal day includes sleeping in, a spa visit, and maybe a strenuous walk to a nearby great restaurant for dinner. Other travelers love to be active while visiting – after all, some activities are a great way to explore a new place and see it from a perspective that most travelers miss. Paddleboarding is one of those activities, since it's both active and requires you to navigate waterways; paddleboarding in London is a perfect activity to add to your itinerary...
13 Delicious Cocktail Classes in London to Mix Up Some Fun
Love drinking? Love learning new things? How about mixing the two together – pun intended – at a mixology class! London is known for having incredible cocktail bars, and some of them have begun to open up for intrepid cocktail fans to try their hand at making a few of the house specialties – or at least standard cocktails – themselves...
9 London Hotels with Balcony Views (Not Penthouses)
London is a city of iconic sights – from Big Ben and the London Eye to Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral. No matter where you look, there's something beautiful to see. But despite this, it's not a place you'll find many hotels with balconies. Most of the best London hotels with balcony views or terraces are actually penthouses – and way outside the budget of most travelers...
15 Neat Things to Do in London at Night
While most people plan their travel days, some of us are savvy enough to realize: you also need to plan your travel nights! Every destination has something special that happens once the sun goes down, and London is no exception. There are plenty of things to do in London at night, for everyone from culture vultures to foodies to those who appreciate the ambiance of starlight...
How Many Days to Spend in London: The Answer You’ve Been Looking For
For me, London is a city I could explore for a lifetime and never see it all. Though I've made many trips to London through the years, of varying length, I always want to visit again, to see a different area, or to visit favorite haunts from past trips. Some of us know exactly how long we have to plan a trip – others have a bit more flexibility. If you're in the latter category, you might ponder questions like "how many days should I spend in London?" and "is there a right number of days to see London?" You're not alone if you're wondering this...
