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The Best London QUIZ Questions & Answers – DIY London Pub Quiz Virtual!

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If there’s one thing that 2020 has showed us is that Brits love a good old quiz. I live with four friends and every weekend of spring 2020 our house was buzzing with Zoom calls of socially distanced pub quizzes. While it might not be the same as being in a pub, doing a virtual […]

Instagrammable Cafés in London: 15 Cute Coffee Shops

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The café scene in London is huge. It’s characterized by creative drinks and sweets, excellent presentation, and decor and ambience that’ll make you want to stay a while. With this, comes great opportunities for Instagram pictures. You won’t find plain, boring cups of coffee. Think highly-skilled latte art, artistic and colourful menu items, and creative […]

Moving To London – Everything You Need To Know

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When I first moved to London I spent my first week attending an “International Students Induction”. As part of this induction I remember sitting in a huge lecture hall with hundreds of other international students, listening to older students telling us everything we needed to know about moving to London. It was a pretty thorough […]

London Quotes For Instagram – 30+ Awesome Ideas For London Instagram Captions

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So you’ve recently moved to London or are travelling to London for the first time. Whatever the occasion, you’ve snapped some lovely photos in London’s most photogenic spots, and you can’t wait to share them on your Instagram. After all, how else are all your friends and family back home going to know you’re in […]

London 5-Day Itinerary: What to See & Do During 5 Days in London

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London is the kind of city where there is always something to do and never a dull moment. It stays busy around the clock and caters to all types of travellers. If you’re planning on visiting the English capital, the longer you have to spend here, the better. Fitting all of the sites into a […]

Best Souvenirs From London: Clever UK Souvenirs Ideas

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London is one of Europe’s most visited destinations. It’s no surprise there are loads of stores selling souvenirs all over the city. Instead of going for the classic key ring or Union Jack teddy bear, why not pick up something a little more personal? Whether it’s your first time visiting London, or you’ve travelled there […]

London Gift Ideas – 20+ Typically British Present Ideas

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In this guide:1 London Gift Ideas – what to buy for someone who loves London or is planning a trip to London2 London Gift Ideas For UK Enthusiasts2.1 Welcome to London Pillow Cover2.2 Photo Prints2.3 Handbag2.4 Cardholder/Wallet2.5 Coffee/Tea Mugs2.6 Jewellery3 Best Souvenirs From London to Gift Someone3.1 Harry Potter Merchandise3.2 Tea Accessories3.3 London Clothing Items4 […]

London Christmas Lights Tour – DIY & Free!

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Christmas is a magical time of the year. Despite being someone who hates the cold, I love Christmas time in London. I love seeing the city light up with festive decorations, and the streets fill up with cute Christmas markets. If you’re visiting London during the festive season it’s only natural that you will want […]

The Top 15 Must-Visit Harry Potter Filming Locations In London

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Every Harry Potter fan knows that a trip to England’s capital means visiting some of the most famous Harry Potter movie locations. After all, the iconic movie saga was shot all over England, with some of the most famous scenes taking place in London. Living in London I don’t often head out to do touristy things, […]

Christmas In London – 10 Awesome Things To Do In London At Christmas

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London is a fantastic place to visit at Christmas time. I’m a little biased because I live in London and I love the city at any time of year, but at Christmas it becomes especially magical. The city lights up with Christmas decorations and it comes alive with festive markets. Christmas in London actually starts pretty […]