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London travel planning tips and photos
5 Best World War 2 Museums in London UK
Visiting World War 2 museums in London will take you back in time during one of the most difficult periods in British history. As the only West European country not conquered by the Nazis, Britain has been the ultimate place of resistance against Nazi Germany. As a consequence, World War 2 museums in London abound and contain a very large collection of military gear and material. If you’re interested in the history of World War 2, London is the best place to get more in depth.
15 Best Day Trips from London for First Timers
Visiting London for the first time is exciting. Having a few extra days planned to explore the places surrounding London, is even more exciting for me. After visiting this busy city, I have come to appreciate a few easily accessible places that will make your trip to England memorable. Come along with me as we explore my favorite day trips from London.
Self-Guided London Walking Tours: London Tower to St. Paul (with map)
London provides so many attractions for the tourist that anyone can be easily overwhelmed. However, the Tower Bridge area is beautifully connected to other famous landmarks via a walking path near the Thames River. Iconic places like the Tate Museum, London City Hall and St Paul Cathedral can be visited together by following an easily followed walking tour. Come along with me on a beautiful walking tour of London’s Tower Bridge area.
Self-Guided London Walking Tours: London Eye to Buckingham Palace (with map)
London’s Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace areas are among the most iconic tourist areas of this great city. These are large areas packed with tourist attractions and museums. Attempting a one day walking tour of London’s most prominent attractions requires determination and a good pair of walking shoes. Can it be done? Read on as you follow me through the streets of London.
5 Best London Royal Gardens
London is one of the world’s great capital cities, replete with some of the finest museums, historical monuments and great shopping, from the British Museum and Natural History Museum, to Big Ben and Parliament and the shops of Oxford Street and Savile Row. But London is far more than its frenetic streets and buildings, it’s also home to the Royal Parks, which provide locals and visitors with a wonderful opportunity to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of this famous city. Here are five of the best parks to visit in London.
London events to look forward to in October
Over the last several years, London has contended with cities like Paris and Bangkok for the number one spot as the most popular capital in the world. For the fifth time in seven years, London rose to the top, with the anticipated number of overnight trips to be 18.82 million visitors, according to The Telegraph.
7 Beautiful British Gardens
Beautiful and complex gardening in England is a country tradition that dates back hundreds of years. All the famous British mansions have beautifully groomed gardens and most of them have really beautiful rose gardens. It is always a delightful experience visiting an old British mansion and walking through their beautiful gardens. Read on to find out my favorite British Gardens.
First Impressions & Photos of London England
It's impossible to describe London in an article, let alone in a few pictures. I have lots of pictures and thoughts from my recent visits to London, England, but it is very hard to put it all together concisely. I will however, start writing bits and pieces that will provide very valuable information for Americans traveling to London, England. The first article is just a gallery of pictures from my first trip to London, England. In the future I will add valuable tips for visiting London, England.
7 Famous Arches of Triumph Across Europe
Arches of triumph or triumphal arches are scattered all over Europe. They represent and important visual cue about a country’s military history. Triumphal arches serve as a central point for military parades on national day celebrations. Arches of triumph are also great tourist attractions.Come along with me as we explore a few of Europe’s famous triumphal arches.