London has an insane amount of green space for a city its size, which means that you can always find a place to enjoy a picnic or do some people watching or let the kids burn off tons of excess energy! I’ll walk you through the pros and cons of the best London parks so …
31+ Best Parks in London: a Visitor’s Guide (2024) Read More
London is a massive city that is home to people of all different backgrounds and religion, the rich and the poor, tourists and residents, and so much more. But within that mixture are different boroughs that do have distinct identities and values. One of my favorite districts of the city, which is also one of …
21 Brilliant Things to Do in South Kensington, London (2024) Read More
One of the best parts of living in London is neverending access to exhibits, events, and museums. It keeps the city thriving and allows Londoners to actually get out and experience life rather than sitting at home eating ramen noodle because their train ticket cost more than their annual salary. Whether you’re just visiting or …
Scotland is full of beautiful islands – there are over 790 islands that make up the country and each has its own charm and diversity. Not all are inhabitable or able to be visited, but of the ones that are, I want to share some of the best Scottish islands to visit, including the most …
When it comes to finding the best views in London, some people automatically think of the major sights, the ones listed in the tourist guidebooks, but in this article, I’m covering a few extra! There’s a good mix of types of views in here, including free views of London and paid views of London, as …
27 Best Views in London to Make Your Jaw Drop (2024) Read More
Just south of the River Thames, the London Bridge area is one of the most quintessential London neighborhoods. Whether you stay at a hotel in London bridge or are just visiting from elsewhere in the city, you’ll find so many iconic London attractions to do in London Bridge that can fill a whole day with …
Afternoon tea is one of the most popular thing for visitors to do in London due to the stereotype that Brits love tea – and it’s true. Brits do love tea, though as you’ll read in my “what you don’t know about London” guide, they don’t sit down for “proper” afternoon tea (featuring sandwiches and scones and cakes) regularly – that’s still a …
Particularly for international travelers, one of the really cool things about visiting London is its proximity to wonderful castles near London. Around the world, England has a history closely associated with knights, castles, and the age of chivalry. And even though that chapter of history has been fictionalized to a great extent, it’s perhaps more …
21+ Best Castles near London You Must Visit (2024) Read More
There’s no easier place to find picturesque things to do than in Crieff, Scotland. In fact, you’ll have a hard time finding things to do in Crieff that aren’t filled with beautiful landscapes. This market town in Perth and Kinross is one of the best road trips from Edinburgh, as well as an oasis of …
25+ Picturesque Things to Do in Crieff, Scotland (2024) Read More
Ever wondered about the most famous Harry Potter places in London? Much of the Harry Potter franchise was filmed in and around London (my husband was an extra in some of the movies!) and Harry Potter in London is still an iconic character even all these years on. While there are popular Harry Potter walking …
21+ Magical Harry Potter Locations in London (2024) Read More
