13 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...
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...
21 Great Dog Walks in London for Your Four-Legged Travel Pal
Traveling with a dog is both rewarding and challenging. While it's great to have your four-legged bestie with you on your adventures, there are always rules and regulations about crossing international borders, finding accommodation, and ensuring your dog gets plenty of love, attention, and exercise just like they do at home...
What to Do if you Lose Your Passport in London (with First-Hand Experience!)
There's a reason they say that your passport is your ticket to the world. It is, quite literally, essential for international travel and you can't cross international borders without one – even when it's returning to your home country. This means that if you lose your passport in London, you're in a pickle: you can't stay in London – and you can't go home. What to do, what to do?!...
How Much Does it Cost to Visit London? [Cost Calculator]
As you plan your trip to London, you've probably notice one thing: that place is expensive! London is one of the most expensive cities in the world – both for visitors and for locals who live there. (I can attest to both as I've spent a lot visiting and definitely ran out of money while living there!) Having a good estimate for a London budget can go a long way...
How to Get from Any Airport to London:
A Complete GuideOne of the most important aspects of planning your London trip is your flight. But are you aware that there's more than one airport in London? And you can probably find flights into each of them? While most people will fly into London Heathrow International Airport, you might find flight deals that take you into other London area airports – commonly Gatwick and Stansted. Add on top that if you extend your trip by visiting another part of Europe, you might fly in or out of even other London airports (there are six in all!)...
When is the Best Time to Visit London? Here’s the Answer
London is a city known for many things – and gray, rainy weather is one of them, right? Not true! London is a city with dynamic seasons. Sure, there's a grayer, rainier time of year (winter), but there are also spring showers and flowers, sunny summer days, and crisp, clear autumn afternoons...
The 16 Best Places to See Sunset in London (& Sunset Times)
After a long, fun day of adventure exploring London, most visitors do one of three things: they head back to their hotel, they tuck into dinner at one London's many fabulous restaurants, or they pop into a pub for a few pints before dinner and then their hotel. But some savvy travelers know to keep their eyes peeled on the sky as the day winds down – depending on the time of year, of course; sunset in London is stunning and shouldn't be missed if you see a good one starting...
13 Must-Know Rules of London Tube Etiquette
Dating back to 1863, the London Underground, or Tube, is the world's oldest metro system. It's operated by Transport for London (TfL). It is one of the most efficient public transit systems in the world and carries millions of passengers each and every day. It's one of the best ways to get around London, and one you'll probably try, whether that's getting to/from the airport, sightseeing, or just to get to another train station for a day trip beyond London...
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...