What NOT to do in the UK when visiting
Heading to the UK and hoping to blend in? Here are some suggestions.
Wandering Around London Bridge and Beyond
Unreal City, Under the brown fog of a winter dawn, A crowd flowed over London Bridge, so many, I had not thought death had undone so many. -T.S. Eliot, The Waste Land When I lived in London from late 2014 to October 2016, I worked in London Bridge. I spent a couple of years in…
Should You Visit Cambridge or Oxford?
You’re in the United Kingdom for a limited amount of time and want to see one of its famous Universities. So, which one should you choose? Should you visit Cambridge or Oxford? Good question. At the time of writing, the University of Cambridge is ranking two better than the University of Oxford on the list…
Champing at Fordwich, UK: spooky & sustainable fun
Have you ever been champing in Fordwich, UK? It’s a bit like camping, except rather than sleeping in a tent or swag, you’ll find yourself spending the night in a church! Read on to find out why champing is both such a fun and sustainable travel idea. Looking for somewhere to go glamping near Canterbury?…
What’s in a Name? The Horniman Museum in London
Summer finally decided to grace London with its presence in August. For almost three weeks we enjoyed on and off sunny days, paired with weather that could actually be described as “hot”. Somehow, the stars aligned and I had a day off from work, where I was in London and nothing written on my calendar….
Fantastic things to do in Jersey, Channel Islands
Spending some time in the Channel Islands? Discover the top things to do in Jersey, where to eat, stay and the best time to visit.
Tips for Avoiding the Cold at Outdoor Cinema in London
There are a lot of things I love about summertime. Long days at the beach, afternoon thunderstorms… and sunshine. Life in London doesn’t always (ever?) avail itself to any of these things. So, thank goodness there is outdoor cinema to fill the hole that a 18°C “summer’s” day leaves in my heart. However, outdoor cinema…
Cruising Down the Thames River in London
London is the second most visited city in the world (after Hong Kong, for all of you playing at home). So, it’s not surprising that it’s rammed with people, any given day of the year. Back when I actually exercised, I’d find myself playing “dodge the selfie stick” when jogging around Southbank. This isn’t really…