I'm back in Philly (2 years now!) and wanted to write about my time in London, which I call a short-term six month stay in hell, also known to some as the Big Smoke or London. That was a tough year and a half for a guy like me: about half the people in London love all things American. But the other half? Yeah, not so much. Londoners tend to talk the ginormous number of UK … [Read more...] about Reflections on My Stint In London
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Top Street Food to Explore in London
Are you a street food junkie travelling to London? The standard of street food in London is getting higher and higher due to the recent surge in the city’s street food market. It is safe to say that the capital of the UK is steadily turning into a street food force to be reckoned with. According to Change , when the City of London’s Corporation … [Read more...] about Top Street Food to Explore in London
And I said "Off With Your Head"
At more than one thousand years old the Tower of London is a top tourist attraction for todays visitors. While living in London I took a day exploring the former Royal Palace, mint, prison, and zoo. Today its mostly a museum where you can get a close glimpse of the Crown Jewels and the White Tower led by a Beefeater. My advice is go at … [Read more...] about And I said "Off With Your Head"
Give Yourself Absolute Freedom On Your Travels
When you travel abroad, particularly when you’re backpacking you don’t want to be tied down to one particular area or idea. Instead, you want to have the freedom to go where you want and do what you want. For many travelers this isn’t possible. The way they book their holiday means that they have to be in one place at a certain time. Others have specific itineraries or where to … [Read more...] about Give Yourself Absolute Freedom On Your Travels
Beating Holiday Boredom: What To Do When You Can’t Go Out
The holidays are on the horizon. For parents, this is a fantastic time of year. You get to spend quality time with the kids and share the excitement of the Christmas build-up. Holidays are great. But the threat of boredom is always lingering in the air. When you have kids, keeping them entertained is all-important. In the summer, playing in the garden and going out to the park … [Read more...] about Beating Holiday Boredom: What To Do When You Can’t Go Out