The UK has a longstanding history of markets. Spanning back to the medieval era, markets have been a staple of the London scene, in part because of it being an international trade hub, and in party because of the very … Continue reading
With finding a suitable – and affordable – place to park one’s car in the centre of London being a tricky challenge, nay a headache, even for local motorists, for visitors to the capital it might seem nigh-on impossible. Which … Continue reading
Located practically right next door to Victoria train station (and, thus, just moments away too from the Victoria Tube and Coach stations), Cardinal Place is a cavernous shopping mall fit for the 21st Century. Featuring a space-age-like, curvaceous glass structure … Continue reading
Winter in London holds many surprises, especially if you’re staying at hotels such as the Shaftesbury Hyde Park International London Hotel. Staying at hotels in the centre of the capital means that the city is literally outside your front door. … Continue reading
London has a lot of stand out favourites. Whether it’s the glittering river views from the South Bank, the iconic London Eye or the majestic Buckingham Palace, there are a lot of sites being flogged to tourists daily from their … Continue reading
Should you be expecting to be in London for a city-break towards the end of November this year, did you know you’ll be in the UK capital at the time of Thanksgiving? A traditional American holiday that marks the time … Continue reading
Winston Churchill is possibly one of the most famous and iconic of London’s former residents. As the leader of the Conservative Party and Prime Minister who helped win the Second World War for the allies, Churchill has gone down in … Continue reading
You could easily be forgiven for assuming that now the summer has come to a blustery end, that the rest of the year, and into the next, will consist of sheltered respite in museums, theatres and the sumptuous rooms of … Continue reading
London is well known for harbouring age old market streets, multicultural hotpots and diverse styles. What would be the draw to the city if it didn’t? With East London already a massive melding of the fun, business opportunities and age … Continue reading
If you’re visiting London for the very first time, and you’ve only 48 hours in the extraordinary attraction-packed UK capital, then you’re going to need a little guidance as to what to fill your itinerary with – and what to … Continue reading
