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If you plan on travelling to London in the near future, then chances are strolling around the Victoria & Albert Museum or snapping pictures of gravestones in Westminster Abbey won’t be your child’s cup of tea. But if one or all of your children can recite the entire first page of Harry Potter and TheContinue reading “5 Reasons Why Your Kids Will Love This London Harry Potter Tour”

Following the United Kingdom’s decision to exit the European Union, both the US dollar and the euro have made huge gains on the British pound. Since the late 1980s the pound has generally been valued in the $1.40-1.70 USD range with peaks of over $2 per pound. As recently as April the pound was equalContinue reading “Shrinking Pound Perfect for a Christmas & Thanksgiving in London”

That special time of year is nearly upon us. Prepare for the movie marathons, carol singers, and Chrimbo pantos. While events abound during the holidays, it’s important that you choose your options carefully. Now that you’ve booked your London holiday apartment it’s time to start planning for your Christmas time in London. Christmas Lights & World-Class ShoppingNoContinue reading “Get in the Holiday Mood with these London Activities”

Autumn conjures up images of red and brown leaves swirling through a windswept park, and the onset of longer nights. But while the air may be a little cooler, there is nevertheless more reason than ever to visit London come September. So before you start to hibernate, make sure you know what’s going on in London inContinue reading “Why September is The Best Time to Visit London”

All too often September is viewed as the poor relation to July and August. Seen as a little grey and dull (the summer holidays have ended after all), what is there to look forward too? Well, it’s not quite time to pull on your slippers and close the curtains in anticipation of early nights andContinue reading “London in September – Is There Any Better Time to Visit?”

The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), the world’s largest museum of decorative arts and designs, is now even better. On 20 July 2017, the Exhibition Road Quarter opened, part of a massive £48million museum renovation and expansion project. This means there has never been a better time to visit London and revel in the artwork.Continue reading “London, UK: the World’s Top Museum Gets $70M Better”

Are you counting the days until your next holidays? Hang in there! We are almost one month away from Easter. If you haven’t decided where you want to go yet, this photo collection might help you come to a decision. Take the kids on an outdoor adventure at Hyde Park. Too early for a delicious ice cream?  A stroll in the parkContinue reading “15 Photos That Prove London Looks Amazing in Spring”

There are some attractions that are permanent fixtures in London. Buckingham Palace, the British Museum and Kew Gardens aren’t leaving London anytime soon, however there are some things that won’t be sticking around so long. So as you and your family plan your stay at one of our luxury London vacation apartments, be sure to checkContinue reading “Events You Won’t Want to Miss This March in London”

London is synonymous with Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and 10 Downing Street, amongst a whole list of famous landmarks. If you are staying in one of London’s vacation apartments you will want to take in as much as possible. With such a well-known skyline, a birds-eye view of the capital is a must. Get upContinue reading “Where to Go for The Best Views in London”