Category Archives: London Life & Inspiration

Whether you’re a Londoner or a tourist, here you are guaranteed to find some cool London inspiration!

This section is dedicated to the beauties of London life. You will find guides on everything you need to know about moving to London, but also inspirational articles like this one about the most beautiful places in London.

Here I’ve also compiled some of my favourite London stories, like these compilations of tube memes or tube etiquette rules.

In this section I’ve collated all the advice and stories that I didn’t think fell under travel tips, however some of the tips will be both for Londoners and tourists alike. After all, even if you’re visiting London for the first time you might be interested in the best walking routes, the best Christmas activities or all the Harry Potter filming locations in London!

So what are you waiting for, time to jump in and discover London!

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 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 […]

London In Summer: 15 Epic Things To Do This Summer In London

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Let’s start with the premise that I absolutely adore London in summer. Summer in London is the best time of year. The days are longer, the weather is milder, the rooftop bars and beer gardens open up, and the parks fill up with happy Londoners. There are always loads of things to do in London, […]

10 Best Picnic Spots In London

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As the days get warmer and longer it’s only natural to want to spend more time outside. And what best way to do it than have a picnic? Cities might not lend themselves well to picnics, but there are actually lots of awesome picnic spots in London. If you’re planning your own little picnic but […]

Shoreditch Street Art – Discover The Coolest Street Art in Shoreditch, London (With Map!)

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If you’re a fan of street art and want to discover some of the coolest street art in London, you’ve come to the right place. Shoreditch, one of the quirky and edgy neighbourhoods in East London, is famous for its amazing street art. In this guide I’ve outlined the ultimate Shoreditch street art walking tour. […]

London Tube Etiquette: 14 Unspoken London Underground Rules

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Getting the tube in London is an experience. Not always a pleasant one, but an experience nonetheless. You can always spot tourists on the London tube because they still look at everything wide eyed and amazed, unlike the Londoners who are glumly trudging forward on their daily commute. You can also spot tourists because it’s […]

The 20 Funniest London Tube Memes Guaranteed To Make Any Londoner Laugh

Ah the tube. A wonderful engineering feat that allows us to travel to all areas of London at high speed. And yet, ask any Londoner and they will likely tell you the tube is hell on earth. There are strict rules about how to behave on the London tube, and when people don’t respect them […]