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The English capital awaits us just one step thanks to the increase of low cost companies. It is the perfect destination for a weekend away to disconnect from everyday routine thanks to everythins offered by the English capital. In a city as big as London, the contrasts are accentuated and it is easy to see a classic English gentleman on the way to his traditional tea to meet a young punk. Read more
The English capital awaits us just one step thanks to the increase of low cost companies. It is the perfect destination for a weekend away to disconnect from everyday routine thanks to everythins offered by the English capital.
In spite of the immensity of the city of London, it's easy to move around thanks to the public transport. Its 13 Tube lines will take you everywhere. You can also travel by bus to enjoy the sights of the city at the same time. Some of the lines operate 24 hours. With Travelcard tickets you'll get better fares and Oyster card prices are lower than in the box office. Many Londoners prefer to move around by bike. With Barclays Cycle Hire you can hire a bike in any of the stations scattered through the entire city. It's easy, you just need a credit card.
One of the strong points of London is that the entrance is free in many of the main attractions. There are so many things to see in the city that you won't know where to start. You can try and spot all the stops in your itinerary from the top of the London Eye. On the shore of the Thames, you can admire the Palace of Westminster, also known as The Houses of Parliament, with its impressive and well known Big Ben which will give you the time so you won't miss tea time. If you want to visit Buckingham Palace, you may want to do it during the traditional Changing of the Ward, which lasts 45 minutes. With the countless museums of the city, such as the British Museum or Tate Modern, you can spend a cultural vacation but, if what you want is a little more excitement, your meeting point will be Piccadilly Circus and its huge variety of restaurants, pubs and shops. From here, you can also take a look at Trafalgar Square or the Soho where you can also find Chinatown. London is a hotspot for musical and artistic activity, it's the cradle of garage music which you'll be able to enjoy in several places. The trendiest neighborhood is still Soho, in the West End. On the other hand, the East End is full of small and alternative art galleries as well as big ones.
The London Parade takes place on January 1st when music bands march throughout the city cheering up the first day of the year. The City London Festival is an annual art celebration that takes place in July. During Notting Hill Carnival in August, London becomes Rio de Janeiro for several days. And, of course, in June, the British celebrate the Queen's Birthday. In 2012, London will dress up to host the Olympic Games. In March, takes place the traditional Boat Race in the Thames between Oxford and Cambridge universities. In April, London Book Fair is held, one of the most important literary fairs in the world. Then, in July, music lovers have an appointment in Hyde Park to see the best bands of the moment play live in the Wireless festival.
In London, you can buy almost anything. You can't leave the city without taking English tea in your suitcase. Oxford Street and Regent Street are probably two of the main shopping streets of the city; the original Harrods store is located in Knightsbridge; in Covent Garden you'll find the most fashionable shops while Bond Street is riddled with luxury stores. If what you're looking for is something a little bit more alternative, then your destination is Camden Town. Most of its shops sell gothic clothes and accessories or are tattoo studios but you can also find all kinds of curious stuff and food stands. The best day to go is Sunday. Portobello Road Market is one of the most famous markets in town and there you can find antiques, furniture, etc.
The traditional tea ceremony is still part of the British way of life. Some of the typical dishes of the islands are: Roast Beef, Fish and chips, Steak and Kidney Pie, and, for dessert, the delicious Apple Pie. The best places to eat are Covent Garden district with its wide variety of restaurants and the Soho, where you'll enjoy a good dish of Chinese food.
The weather in London is pretty cool and damp in winter and a bit warmer in summer although the climate is pretty unpredictable. It can happen that you go out in a bright, sunny day and then, all of a sudden, it starts to rain. The best way to enjoy London is to always be prepared for any unexpected change in the weather.
European Union citizens just need an ID card to go to London. It's a pretty safe city full of surveillance cameras on the streets but, as always, you'll have to be wary of pickpockets if you don't want to have an unpleasant surprise. British currency is the Pound. Other details you have to keep in mind to spend a perfect vacation is that sockets in the UK have three pins (don't forget your adapter at home) and cars drive on the left (look twice before crossing the street).
There's so much to do in the city that it's difficult to decide where to start. Whether if you choose the traditional sights or if you prefer to create your own tour to visit mythic places such as the birthplace of celebrities like Chaplin, Elizabeth Taylor or David Bowie, there's no doubt that you'll enjoy every single moment of your stay in this great city.
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36 HOTELS WITH CHARM IN LONDON
Hotel recommendations for you with charm in London
26-30 Craven Road, London
Renovated in 2005, the hotel comprises a total of 116 rooms. Facilities on offer include a welcoming foyer with 24-hour reception, hotel safes,...
147-149 Sussex Gardens, London
Queensway Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is centrally located in the Paddington area, next to Hyde Park. It is ideally situated for...
C/ Old Park Lane, W1K 1LB, London
The hotel is placed on one of London¿s most famous thoroughfares - Park Lane, overlooking Hyde Park, backing on to Mayfair and a short walk from...
Albany Street NW1 3UP, London
The Meliá White House hotel is located next to London’s popular Regent’s Park and is within easy walking distance of Oxford Street and Piccadilly...
Central Street, Clerkenwell - EC1V 8DS, London
Built in 1968 and renovated in 2000, this hotel comprises a 6-storey main building and a 5-storey neighbouring building. The hotel has 463...
Queen's Gate, 31-34, London
The Abba Queen's Gate Hotel is ideally situated at the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, the Royal Albert Hall, Hyde Park, Natural History...
C/ Kings Cross Road, 78 WC1X 9QG, London
This hip, modern backpackers hostel is housed in a 200-year-old Magistrates courthouse and it was stylishly renovated in 2010 to combine history...
111 Cromwell Road, London
This city hotel comprises 38 rooms in total. Attention to detail is paramount and the hotel aims to get all the small touches right, such as big...
26-30 Craven Road, London
Renovated in 2005, the hotel comprises a total of 116 rooms. Facilities on offer include a welcoming foyer with 24-hour reception, hotel safes,...
49/67 Queensborough Terrace, London W2 3SS - Inglaterra., London
Central Park Hotel is a mere stone's throw away from the splendours of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. With 294 bedrooms, is superbly located in...
8-16 Montpelier Row, London
The Clarendon overlooks historic Blackheath and Greenwich Park for a village atmosphere just 15 minutes' from central London by train It is ideal...
38 Trebovir Road, Earls Court, London
The Lord Kensington hotel is poised minutes away from London's shopping and entertainment district. A short journey on the tube or bus takes you...
147-149 Sussex Gardens, London
Queensway Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is centrally located in the Paddington area, next to Hyde Park. It is ideally situated for...
23-25 Leinster Square, Bayswater W2 4NE, London
Originally built as two Victorian Family Town Houses, the Hyde Park Hotel is now a little gem in central London. This charming hotel has been...
81 Kensington Gardens Square, London
London house hotel is a well established hotel in central London and is the newly renovated Hotel in central London. London House Hotel is...
143 Sussex Gardens, London
With Hyde Park at the doorstep, the charming Admiral Hotel offers an good value-for-money 3 star accommodation in central London, a stroll from...
181 Cromwell Road, London
Cancel 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a penalty of one night?s room charge and taxYou can cancel the reservation without penalty fee until 2...
1 Whitehall Court 2 Westminster, London
For more than 100 years, it has graced the banks of the Thames with its elegant, imposing presence. Its architectural heritage has earned it Grade...
1-15 Templeton Place, London
The K+K Hotel George privileged location, quiet but central, is a special bonus. Just a short walk from the underground station, the hotel is also...
111 Cromwell Road, London
This city hotel comprises 38 rooms in total. Attention to detail is paramount and the hotel aims to get all the small touches right, such as big...
196 Bishopsgate, London
This apartment hotel is located in a 19th century building and comprises a total of 48 studios and penthouse apartments over five floors. The...
Albany Street NW1 3UP, London
The Meliá White House hotel is located next to London’s popular Regent’s Park and is within easy walking distance of Oxford Street and Piccadilly...
5-25 Harrington Gardens, London
Renovated in 2002, this hotel comprises a total of 181 double rooms and 4 suites spread over 6 floors. Guests may make use of the foyer with...
9, Kensington Gardens Square - W2 4BH, London
This city hotel is a small and cosy Victorian property, with many original features. It was built in 1857 and renovated in 2002, and comprises a...
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