… adventure, a ride with a view, a view of the sights in London, captured for you … … from my chair by the window I can see The London Eye, the famous and popular ferris wheel that takes you up into the sky … … it’s […]
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“A Martini, Shaken not Stirred” James Bond
Truth be told, despite all the reading and researching I did before our trip to London, the London Film Museum had eluded me! As a matter of fact, I didn’t know of its existence until I stood right in front of it one afternoon in […]
London’s Tower Bridge
The day we went to check out the Tower Bridge in London, the sun decided to come out! I’ve seen this bridge, probably like most people have, in countless movies and pictures. It always looks impressive, but once we got up close and personal, it was […]
Come ready to eat … for you won’t leave London’s Larder hungry!
One morning in London we were headed for the Tower Bridge. Right across from our hotel we hopped onto one of the famous red double-decker busses and enjoyed the ride and view from upstairs. Once we got off near our destination, we accidentally discovered the […]
Zunday Zen … The Speakers’ Corner at the Marble Arch
Think, listen, speak, agree, disagree, debate your point of view. Embrace differences, learn from each other, Live! And let live! Since the mid 1800’s the Speakers’ Corner in Hyde Park has, and continues to serve as an outdoor public speaking area for those wanting to debate and discuss topics […]
The London skyline …
… sports a variety of absolutely stunning architecture, both modern and historical. No matter where in London we were, and in which direction we were looking, tall cranes lifting and lowering heavy loads, were everywhere. These cranes are used for not only new construction, but […]
Down the Tube we go …
In May, we visited London for the very first time! I’m not sure why it has taken us so long to go there. Perhaps the famously grey English weather made it less appealing? Luckily, it rained only the morning we were leaving. If you haven’t […]
Street Musicians around the World … The Fire Breathing Tuba in London
Something I never tire of, no matter where in the world I find myself, is listening to street musicians. Europe has an especially vibrant sidewalk concert scene! During our recent visit to London, England, we came across this fun musical act along the South Bank in London. […]
Zunday Zen … Escaping the Asphalt Jungle
Urban green spaces Luxury or necessity? You decide! No matter where in the world we find ourselves, we always make sure to take the time to explore local parks and green spaces. During this trip to London, my favorite park was definitely St. James Park! It’s hard to […]
in cahoots with muddy boots 