At first glance, London will always seem like a sprawling metropolis of densely packed boroughs and neighbourhoods, a maze of streets that can be imposing and daunting for visitors to navigate. London though is a city of hidden charms, and within the dense sprawl of the British capital there are a multitude of secret spots […]
London is a city awash with royal history, and the British Royal family continually capture the imagination of the world. If you’re looking to delve deeper into the inner workings of this unique historical legacy, then a tour of the royal palaces in and around London is the best place to start. Of course, there are […]
For some, the slow march of winter may be too much to handle after the usually short, but inevitably intense English summer. But in London, the gradual onset of colder weather need not deter you from enjoying great days out all through the month, because there are plenty of activities in the city that can […]
If you have time to explore for a few hours after your London tour and want to see something truly unique, why not see what the city has to offer in the way of markets? Some of the oldest markets in London have been established for centuries, and with new offerings popping up frequently, there […]
Halloween is fast approaching, and with it comes a lot of sweets, a lot of costumes and, most importantly, a lot of scary activities. Think sleepovers in a churchyard, scary movie marathons, haunted house tours and you’re well on your way to a typical 21st century Halloween. Typically voted one of the best holidays of […]
The Kings Cross neighbourhood in London has undergone big renovations in recent years due to the addition of large companies such as the Guardian, Facebook, and Google. As a major rail hub, Kings Cross station is easy to get to from each corner of London and now offers a wide variety of trendy bars, pint-sized […]
London is a very large city with more than enough to see for locals, let alone short-term visitors. By far the best way to see large portions of the city is to take a stroll. Take a themed walk to focus on history, architecture, or even pubs. For the truly ambitious, there are very long […]
Oxford University is one of the most prestigious universities in the Western world. This world-renowned school has educated global leaders including Theresa May, Margaret Thatcher, and Bill Clinton; literary geniuses such as J.R.R. Tolkien, Oscar Wilde, and Vera Brittain; celebrated scientists including Stephen Hawking, Dorothy Hodgkin, and Erwin Schrodinger; and famous actors Rowan Atkinson, Hugh […]
Buckingham Palace, the official residence and administrative home of Britain’s Monarchy, is one of the biggest tourist attractions in all of London, and no trip to the capital is complete without paying it a visit. But which tube station is the best when it comes to getting there? Victoria For those in a hurry to […]
London is one of the most visited cities in the world, and for good reason. Steeped in history and culture, around every corner there is something waiting to be discovered. The diversity that exists in the city is like nowhere else, making it the most international city in Europe, if not the world. All of […]
