What to expect when you visit London in September – weather, what to see and do, what to pack, and answers to frequently asked questions! Want to visit London in September? This is a great time to be in the UK capital, with mild weather and fewer crowds than summer. This guide covers all you…
What to expect when you visit London in October – weather, what to see and do, what to pack, and answers to frequently asked questions! Planning to head to London in October? Mid-autumn can be a lovely time to be in the city, with fall foliage decorating the streets and parks, and fewer tourists than…
Are you considering a springtime trip to London? Great idea! Spring in London is lovely, without the tourist crowds that you can expect during summer and around Christmas time. This complete guide to the spring season in London covers everything you need to know. From the weather you can expect from London in spring to…
If you are flying into Heathrow, Gatwick or any of the other London airports you may be wondering about the various options to transfer to your accommodation in London. While there are multiple ways of getting into the city (each with its pros and cons) such as the Tube, Elizabeth Line, uber or black cab…
If you’ll be visiting the UK capital and will be carrying more than a lightweight daypack with you, then you might well need to know where to leave luggage in London. Knowing where to store bags in London can literally take a load off your mind, as well as your body! The options regarding where…
We are constantly asked for recommendations on where to eat in London (or what to eat) and as we can’t possibly try every single one (I’d give it a go but it would take more than my lifetime) I have started adding recommendations from our UK and London Travel Planning Facebook group (which I will…
If you’ll be exploring the UK capital at some time in the future, then you really should make a list of all the London foods you want to try while you’re there! Eat London and you can sample cuisines from all over the globe – as well as plenty of popular traditional foods from the…
Wondering how to get to Hampton Court Palace from Central London? Plan your visit to the beautiful Palace that was once the pad of King Henry VIII in our complete guide. Hampton Court Palace is a 16th Century historic royal palace located in the London borough of Richmond. It is both an impressive and fascinating…
London is a fantastic and diverse destination to visit but to appreciate all that the UK has to offer fully, you need to take day trips from London to visit other locations around the country. Taking a day trip from London will allow you to visit the British countryside or a traditional seaside town as…
If you’ll be spending time in London and love all the pomp and circumstance surrounding the British monarchy, then you’ll want to witness the Changing of the Guard at some point during your stay. The thing is, everyone knows about the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. But were you aware that the ceremony…