Category: Travel

Food Replica Exhibition – Japan House, London – Seasonal Things To Do For Free In London

Food Replica Exhibition – Japan House, London – Seasonal Things To Do For Free In London

In case you ever doubted it, here’s another proof that London is rich in unique things to do that don’t cost a penny. I recently posted about a seasonal event in Canary Wharf, the Winter Lights. Today, I’m taking you to an interesting exhibition in Japan House in Kensington, London. Called ‘Looks Delicious’, the exhibition showcases meticulously crafted food replicas portraying traditional Japanese dishes. It’s incredible how realistic they are! The event is free to visit and will stay around until February 16th, so you still have a little over 2 weeks to check it out, if you’re in London.

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Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival – Things To Do In London For Free

Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival – Things To Do In London For Free

London is filled with seasonal things to do, if you know where to look. Even as a local who has been to all of the popular touristy places multiple times, you can’t get bored in the British capital. Today, I’m taking you on a photo trip to the Winter Lights Festival that is taking place at the moment in Canary Wharf in East London. It’s free to visit and will stay around until February 1st, so you still have time to go!

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Rating Paid Tourist Attractions In London – Don’t Waste Your Money

Rating Paid Tourist Attractions In London – Don’t Waste Your Money

If you’re planning to visit London, you may have seen online articles with lists of London tourist attractions. But if you wanted to visit them all, it would cost you a fortune! I have now lived in London for over 5 years and have had a chance to visit most of those popular places. So today, I’m going to review them and share my thoughts, to help you make an informed decision when choosing where to spend your hard-earned money. Naturally, this is a subjective guide, so take it with a pinch of salt!

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Christmas In London 2024 – London Christmas Markets – Lots Of Photos

Christmas In London 2024 – London Christmas Markets – Lots Of Photos

We’ve now entered 2025, but before we move on with the new, I wanted to look back at the last weeks of 2024. Christmas, to me, is the most magical time of year. And what a treat it is, living in one of Europe’s largest cities! Christmas in London means thousands of fairy lights, spectacular Christmas trees, and lots of small Christmas markets. There are also many seasonal attractions and events taking place, welcoming crowds of visitors. So if you’re curious what Christmas in London looked like in 2024, join me on this throwback photo journey!

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English Christmas Markets – Manchester, Liverpool, Winchester, Birmingham – Better Than London!

English Christmas Markets – Manchester, Liverpool, Winchester, Birmingham – Better Than London!

As a true Christmas Market aficionado, every year I continue my mission to find for the best Christmas Market in the country. Underwhelmed with London Markets, I have now visited many English cities and their Christmas Markets. I’ve already written about those in Canterbury, Folkestone and Rochester – you can read about them here. Today, I’m taking you on a trip to Christmas Markets in Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham and Winchester. Have a read if you’re wondering which of the cities offers the best gift shopping opportunities, and where to find the tastiest mulled wine!

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Autumn In England 2024 – London, Lake District, Kent

Autumn In England 2024 – London, Lake District, Kent

It’s now become a tradition on this blog that I share photos of my beloved London every season, as a form of my personal diary, but also to share this beautiful city with others, living far away. This time, I’m going to extend this post with photos from other parts of England too, since I’ve been travelling a lot recently and spent more time this autumn outside of London than in. So, let me take you on yet another photo journey through London, and other English regions.

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Christmas Markets In Kent – Canterbury, Folkestone, Rochester – Better Than London

Christmas Markets In Kent – Canterbury, Folkestone, Rochester – Better Than London

If there’s one thing all of my family, friends and colleagues know about me, it’s that I love Christmas. The atmosphere, the fairy lights and baubles, the gift wrapping, and of course – the Christmas Markets. And whilst London has some Christmas attractions and small markets, they’re typically underwhelming, at least for me. So, I decided to check out some of the Christmas Markets just outside of London. Let me take you on a journey to three towns in Kent: Canterbury, Folkestone and Rochester. Their Christmas Markets were fantastic!

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Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour, London – Visiting The Place Where Magic Happened

Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour, London – Visiting The Place Where Magic Happened

Growing up, I was the biggest Harry Potter fan. I fell in love with the franchise from the moment when I read the first book in one sitting, and for many years I read all of the books available at the time in a never-ending loop. I must have read the very first book over 50 times (I stopped counting after 33). In fact, Harry Potter books played a big part in me becoming fascinated with the British culture and eventually, I moved to London. And now, I finally managed to visit the place where the magical films came to life. The Warner Bros Studio Tour – The making of Harry Potter – located in north-west London, is the place to go if you’d like to re-live the magic. Here’s everything about my visit to the Studio, some practical information if you’d like to go yourself, and of course – lots of photos!

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Free London Panoramic Viewing Spots – Things To Do In London For Free

Free London Panoramic Viewing Spots – Things To Do In London For Free

London is beautiful, and full of famous landmarks. But because of the size of the British capital, it’s hard to find a place from which you can see all of those best known places. That’s why various viewing terraces, allowing you to admire the whole London skyline, are a popular tourist attraction. But before you spend your hard-earned money on the viewing platform at the top of the Shard or a ride on London Eye, read this! There are many places in London with stunning panoramic views that you can visit completely free of charge.

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London Fireworks 2024 – Bonfire Night – Alexandra Palace, Battersea Park

London Fireworks 2024 – Bonfire Night – Alexandra Palace, Battersea Park

With Halloween out of the way, most of us are now getting ready for the Christmas period. But before fully switching the focus to Christmas, the UK has one more holiday to celebrate – Guy Fawkes Night, also known as Bonfire Night. Celebrated on November 5th, it’s always marked by spectacular firework displays. In London alone, there are numerous shows taking place each year on the first weekend of November. Let me take you to some of those displays – in Alexandra Palace, Battersea Park and Victoria Park.

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