Tucked away in between Leicester Square and Shaftesbury Avenue/Soho, London’s Chinatown sits right in the heart of the city. A popular location for tourists and locals alike, Chinatown is filled to the brim with interesting shops, restaurants, bars and bakeries. Bustling during the day and with an extremely busy nightlife, any time is a good […]
The City of London is actually only one square mile. Located between Temple and the Tower of London, the City of London is the oldest part of the capital and, although not as busy as Westminster, has plenty of places to see and things to do! 1 – Go Inside the Royal Courts of Justice […]
Perhaps the most famous department store in the world, Harrods is located in the u-market London neighbourhood of Knightsbridge. Founded in 1834 the store has been an international shopping destination for decades and last year boasted revenue upwards of £691 million! Spanning a 5-acre site and holding over one million square feet of selling space, […]
Few British royals have ever captured the hearts of the public as quickly and as completely as Princess Diana. From her debut on the world stage during her 1981 marriage to Charles, the Prince of Wales, to her untimely death in a Paris car crash in 1997, the world was obsessed with Princess Diana. In […]
When the clocks have gone back and the evenings draw in, the temperature slowly drops and London’s festive season comes to life! There’s no shortage of things to do, places to go, and fun to have here in November. Regent Street Motor Show – On the day of the Motor Show, Regent Street will […]
A yearly tradition for millions of Americans, Thanksgiving conjures up images of family, food, feasting and festivities. For Americans who find themselves in London this coming November – it is still possible to celebrate! For the large numbers of people who have left the United States and now call the United Kingdom home, or for […]
A hidden gem tucked away inside one of the Inns of Court, Temple Church is a beautiful 12th-century church. Members of the public can not only visit the church but can often attend concerts that take place inside. Easily accessible from Fleet Street on Mondays-Fridays, it’s a bit harder to find it on the weekends […]
This post provides details about Hampton Court Palace. We include how to get tickets, what to see, guided tours, and other details you might want to know in order to plan out your trip. Overview Tickets & Tours Discounts Plan Your Trip Things to See Here Other Royal Palaces Overview Lying on the western banks […]
“Divorced, Beheaded, Died - Divorced, Beheaded, Survived” King Henry VIII (28 June 1491 - 28 January 1547) is one of our most well-known monarchs. As a young prince he was considered chivalrous, handsome, benevolent and intelligent - the perfect King. But as Henry’s life and reign went on, public perception of him changed. Nowadays he […]
Kreuzberg is named after the hill with the cross ("cross mountain") where this tour ends It is a Berlin district that has enjoyed more and more popularity. Kreuzberg can be divided into east Kreuzberg, more unkempt and rich in immigration (the former SO36 postal code also gives a nickname to the area), as well as […]
Another London arch sitting in the midst of a roundabout, Wellington Arch has also been known as Constitution Arch or the Green Park Arch. While Marble Arch sits at the top of Park Lane, Wellington Arch is situated at the bottom and today acts as an ‘entrance’ to Green Park - much in the way […]
Check out our Chicago Visitors Guide, with budget advice, travel guides, and information about local Chicago attractions It’s getting spooky in the windy city, and just in time for the season we have our newest and seasonal tour edition to offer. Our very own pay-what-you-like GHOST TOUR for a thrill-filled look at the haunting history […]
Check out our Chicago Visitors Guide, with budget advice, travel guides, and information about local Chicago attractions Here are our Top 10 things to do in Chicago this Fall. Do it while the sun is still out! 1) Go to one of the downtown Chicago Farmer’s Markets and enjoy a crisp local apple or basket […]
Looking for a great place to eat in Harlem? A popular yet affordable place that’s rich in culture and history? Why not head up to Sylvia’s Restaurant in the heart of where the Harlem Renaissance took place. Sylvia’s is simply a must have to really experience the Harlem culture. And is surprisingly reasonably priced […]
Between 73rd and 78th streets, located just north of The Lake and south of The Great Lawn, The Ramble is a 38-acre get-away from the hustle and bustle of the city. One of the main features of Central Park, it was also one of the first parts of the park to be built. With winding, […]
Read this guide in English La Historia Grand Central Terminal fue inaugurada el 2 de febrero de 1913. Antes de la apertura de este hermoso edificion en estilo Beaux-Arts, hubo dos estaciones anteriores en este sitio: Grand Central Depot y la estación Grand Central. Los edificios anteriores servían para unir a todas las líneas ferroviarias […]
