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Horizon 22: London's Highest Free Viewing Platform
The free viewing platform Horizon 22--London's highest--offers a 300-degree vista across the city, and it's super easy to book tickets...
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Jul 12, 20241 min read
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Incredible Japanese-Mexican Fusion Rooftop Restaurant in the Heart of London
Los Mochis in London City is the ultimate date night/friends outing locale for cocktails, tacos, and sushi (but expect it to come with a...
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Jul 12, 20241 min read
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Moulin Rouge on the West End: One of My New Favorite Shows
Moulin Rouge is worth seeing for the setting alone. My friend and I sat in the Grand Circle--the furthest seating away from the...
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Jul 11, 20241 min read
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Trade in Jin Bo Law for This New Aldgate Rooftop
I enjoy Jin Bo Law, but the music can get a little loud and the patrons a little young (not like there's anything wrong with that--it can...
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Jul 11, 20241 min read
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Sarah Waters' The Paying Guests: Welcome to London, 1922
I just finished up Sarah Waters' The Paying Guests, published in 2014 and named "Fiction Book of the Year" by The Sunday Times. It's not...
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Jul 11, 20241 min read
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Newest Rooftop Bar in Waterloo: Worth It?
Circe's Rooftop Bar in Waterloo has been making the rounds on social media. Its heavy online presence, coupled with a free cocktail...
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Jul 11, 20241 min read
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The Most Hauntingly Beautiful Spot in London for a Gothic Photoshoot
The ruins of St Dunstan-in-the-East, a church that was bombed during WWII, sits tucked away on a side street in the City of London (the...
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Apr 8, 20241 min read
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Incredible Free Rooftops in London
London has incredible rooftops, but many of these are accessible only via bars and restaurants that come with steep prices. Here are four...
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Mar 1, 20242 min read
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It's London Theatre Week!
It's currently London Theatre Week (from February 19th through March 3rd), during which time you can buy discounted tickets for a breadth...
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Feb 28, 20241 min read
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Venice: Books To Set the Stage
Venice is one of the most beautiful, haunting places I’ve ever visited. Its winding, cobblestoned alleyways; hidden nooks and crannies;...
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Dec 4, 20232 min read
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On Making Mistakes as a Seasoned Traveler: A Tale from the Paris Metro
I can’t lie—after having used the London, Tokyo, and Singapore metros, the one in Paris just doesn’t do it for me. First off, I hate...
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Nov 28, 20231 min read
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Dishoom: London's Most Popular Indian Restaurant and What to Order
Ask anyone in London what the best Indian restaurant in town is, and folks will invariably respond with Dishoom. It's not the typical...
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Nov 27, 20232 min read
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One Perfect Day in Bath, UK
If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of London, I recommend a day trip to Bath. It’s a quick train ride away, and you can...
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Jul 17, 20232 min read
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Visiting the Palais Garnier in Paris: The Phantom's Opera House
Fans of The Phantom of the Opera, here's a treat for you: the novel and musical are based on a real opera house in the heart of Paris. I...
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Jul 16, 20232 min read
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Amazing Date Night Restaurant in Pigalle, Paris
Django is an incredible restaurant for a date night or a girls'/guys' night out in Pigalle, Paris, right next to the Moulin Rouge. The...
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May 25, 20231 min read
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My Three Favorite Countries for Solo Female Travel
Traveling by yourself, especially as a woman, can be daunting. Here are some of my top countries for solo travel, places in which I...
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May 25, 20231 min read
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Best Places to Eat and Drink at St. Christopher's Place
St. Christopher’s Place is a commercial district right by the Bond Street Underground Station—perfectly situated in the center of...
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Jan 10, 20232 min read
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Best London Telephone Booth for Photos
Ah, the quintessential red telephone booth. Although ones by Parliament and in Covent Garden are gorgeous, they will often be...
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Sep 27, 20222 min read
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My Favorite Food Markets in London
Mercato Mayfair Set in what was once a beautiful church, Mercato Mayfair is gorgeous! It hosts the most delicious food vendors—you can...
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Aug 30, 20221 min read
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My Favorite Cafes in London
Farm Girl Nestled in Notting Hill, this Australian cafe is adorable. The ingredients are fresh, the ambience is cosy, and it’s perfectly...
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Aug 29, 20221 min read
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