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 …
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Before I talk about “how to dress in London,” I want to make it very clear that whatever you want to wear, from your shoes to your shirt to your bag to your hair, is very likely not going to make you “stand out.” You may have read in other books about Londoners preferring darker …
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I recommend more than 2 days in my guide on how many days to spend in London, but sometimes you just have work with what you have and need a London 2 day itinerary. Maybe you’re coming for a weekend in London as a trip from another European country, maybe your vacation time is short …
London in 2 Days Itinerary: the Best 48 Hours in London Read More
For those sports gurus who want to experience British sporting life, London is a premier sporting destination and you’ll find everything from tennis to cricket to football (what Americans call soccer!) Even if games aren’t on, many sporting venues in London allow you to take tours, which I’ll go through below. Hey! Want more honest …
Where to Watch Live Sports in London: the ultimate guide (2024) Read More
So you’re headed to London and are wondering what in the world this mysterious talk about Oyster Cards means. What is an Oyster Card, how do you use an Oyster Card in London, and where can you use an Oyster Card? Does an Oyster Card look like an Oyster? Where do I buy an Oyster …
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People often want advice on navigating through the London airports after they have exited into Arrivals, but because of all of the different terminals and airport layouts, the best thing to do is print out the airport map from the airport website that you’re traveling into beforehand, and most importantly, know ahead of time what …
Exactly How to Get from the London Airports to Central London (2024) Read More
If you’re wondering how to use London buses or hoping for some expert tips, you’ve come to the right place! There are two main thoughts that go through most visitor’s minds surrounding London buses. The first is: oh my God, they actually are double decker! This is real life! This isn’t just in the movies …
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Whether you’re in the mood for a charming pub lunch on a gently flowing river or you’re up for some intense hiking in rugged mountain ranges, North Wales is one of the UK’s most beautiful destinations. To help plan your time in North Wales, here are 23 of the best things to do in North …
Let’s talk money. You need it to travel, you definitely need it to visit London, and knowing how much money you need in London is essential to making sure you have enough for your trip. In this lesson, I want to talk about costs in London and give you some ranges to help you figure …
How Much Money Do You Need for London? The truth (2024) Read More
When planning your trip, you have no frame of reference about how long attractions may take and that makes it incredibly difficult to set your daily itinerary in London. The short answer for many places is “it depends “ based on how in depth you want to get, but I’ve put together a rough guideline …
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