How to Use the London Underground:
A First-Timer’s GuideThere are many things I love about London. Heck, I started this website because there are so many incredible things about this city that I want to share! One of them is definitely the widespread public transit system that both locals and visitors use. The London Underground is the cornerstone of that system. If you're planning your first trip to London, the London Underground – also called the "Tube" – can seem overwhelming. On the map...
London Pass Review: Is the London Pass Worth It? (Accurate for 2021)
As I planned my first trip to London – way back in 2011 –, I was nervous. It was my first international trip, and while I was excited too, there was just so much to learn, plan, and do. I was also paying for the trip with gift money and wanted to make it last as long as possible. I was on the lookout for any ways to visit London on a budget...
10 Things to Know Before Your First Trip to London
I still remember my first trip to London and the moment when it became one of my favorite cities in the world. I arrived, jet-lagged after not sleeping on my first Transatlantic flight and hoofed it to a bicycle tour. We stopped to admire the view of Parliament at the exact spot pictured above, and I realized: wow! I’m in London! This place is so old! I was hooked, and...
18 Must-See London Sights You Absolutely Shouldn’t Skip
If you're planning a trip to London, no matter the length, there are some sights you just need to see. I've been to London on half a dozen trips and lived there for a year... So I've curated this list from my own experiences. I've broken this list of must-see London sights into several different categories; you can add them all to your London itinerary, or...
How to Do the London Wall Walk: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
I'm standing across the Thames from the Houses of Parliament, admiring the view. My guide suddenly says, "and behind us is the second oldest privately owned garden in London, dating back to the 12th century." [I later learned this is Lambeth Palace Gardens.] Needless to say: on my first trip to London, I was struck by the incredible history of the place....
