Figuring out what to pack for London can be a REAL struggle. With such variable weather in the UK, sometimes you’re stuck wondering whether you’re going to need your bikini and board shorts in June or your parka and leggings (this is slightly extreme, but you get the picture). As someone who has lived in …
The Only London Packing List You’ll Ever Need: 35 Essentials Read More
One of the hardest parts about living in London is honestly deciding what to pack for London in the fall. Whether you’re a study abroad student in London (also check out my packing list for study abroad students if you are) or coming over for a quick visit, the weather is so unpredictable that I’m …
Essential London Packing List for Fall (by a Londoner!) Read More
“Is the London Pass worth it,” I’m often asked by loads of visitors to London. “How can I get my money’s worth on the London Pass?” “Should I buy the London Pass?” “How does the London Pass work?” Whether you’re planning a fast-paced sightseeing trip with 1 day in London or just stopping by London …
Ah, London in the winter. The time of year where we all complain that it gets dark at 3:30pm and it rains too much. Also, the most festive time of the year. Traveling to London in the winter can be a fantastic option for people who want to save money, have lower crowds, and get …
17+ Things to Do in London in the Winter: a must-read guide (2024) Read More
As someone who has lived in London for 8 years and spent thousands of days roaming the city, I can tell you that narrowing down the best things to do in London is one of the hardest tasks. This is a city filled with iconic museums, stunning art galleries, cheap theatre tickets, street food markets …
71+ Best Things to Do in London: the Ultimate List (2024) Read More
Flowing streams. Winding roads draped by beautiful plants and trees. A legendary grave. The absolutely stunning village of Beddgelert is a true Welsh treasure in the heart of Snowdonia, and we’re featuring the area in the best things to do in Beddgelert for its utter charm and proximity for those interested in having a cozy …
19+ Charming Things to Do in Beddgelert, Wales (2024) Read More
Whether you’re in London for a day or a year, you’re going to want to learn how to use the tube in London, also known as the London Underground. Many tourists are petrified of using the London Underground at first because London seems like a big city (it is) and they fear a system they …
How to Use the Tube in London: an easy guide for visitors (2024) Read More
3 days in London (broken down to 72 hours in London) is just enough time to see many of the most iconic sites in London, though not nearly enough time to get to all of them (but you probably already knew that). In this 3 day London itinerary, I’m going to unpack the best things …
3 Days in London: best itinerary for first timers (original!) Read More
So you’re headed to Bergen! Spending 2 days in Bergen or the weekend in Bergen is the perfect amount of time to see this lovely city, especially Bergen in the winter when most thing are closed. Read on for my top tips on what to do in Bergen, Norway and where to eat to keep …
The Ultimate 2 Days in Bergen, Norway Itinerary (original!) Read More
From tubes to buses to boats to black cabs, figuring out the most efficient and cheapest ways to get around London can be daunting if you’re not familiar with the city. I’ve lived and worked and studied and commuted into London after moving from the US to London for the past 7 years, so I’ve …
Getting around London: an easy guide for first time visitors (2024) Read More
