London Travel Archives - A Life Away https://alifeaway.com/tag/london-travel/ UK Travel and Life Abroad Thu, 01 May 2025 13:51:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://alifeaway.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-Favicon-32x32.png London Travel Archives - A Life Away https://alifeaway.com/tag/london-travel/ 32 32 7-Day London and Edinburgh Itinerary to See the Best of England and Scotland https://alifeaway.com/london-and-edinburgh-itinerary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=london-and-edinburgh-itinerary Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:10:17 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=2168 When friends ask me for help planning their UK trips, the two places that always come up are London and Edinburgh. These two cities are popular for a reason, but it can be a challenge to visit both on one trip. I’ve put together this 7-day London and Edinburgh itinerary to help you experience the...

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]]> First Trip to London? Travel Tips I’ve Gathered From Years in the City (2025 Update) https://alifeaway.com/london-travel-tips/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=london-travel-tips Sat, 24 Feb 2024 21:24:28 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1998 Planning a trip to London? Since moving from the US to England in 2021, I find myself in London at least once a week. No matter how many times I visit, I don’t think I’ll ever stop loving this city or feeling lucky that I get to wander its streets.  With so much to see...

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]]> Best Self-Guided Christmas Lights Tour of London https://alifeaway.com/self-guided-christmas-lights-london/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=self-guided-christmas-lights-london Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:32:32 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1752 Watching the signs of the Christmas season start to show up in London is one of the best parts of the year. Christmas is a fantastic time to visit London, and seeing the lights and over the top displays should be top of your itinerary. You can find seasonal displays and glittering lights all over...

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]]> The Best Things to Experience on a Christmas Trip in the UK https://alifeaway.com/christmas-trip-in-the-uk/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=christmas-trip-in-the-uk Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:02:51 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1699 Every year I am thankful I get to experience Christmas in the UK. This country goes all out with lovely traditions and beautiful decorations. The celebrations kick off early and continue as long as possible, so plan to add some seasonal cheer to any visit between early November and early January. Come rain or shine,...

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]]> One Amazing Day Trip to Bath from London | Mapped Itinerary https://alifeaway.com/day-trip-to-bath/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=day-trip-to-bath Sat, 01 Jul 2023 17:08:07 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1497 I still remember the first time I took a day trip to Bath from London. Zipping through the English countryside on a train was such a lovely and different way to travel from the car journeys I grew up on in the US. Once there, Bath was a wonderful place to explore with a completely...

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]]> The Best Area to Stay in London for First Time Visitors https://alifeaway.com/best-area-london-first-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=best-area-london-first-time https://alifeaway.com/best-area-london-first-time/#comments Sat, 17 Jun 2023 10:50:45 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1420 London is huge, and tourist sights are spread all over. Choosing a place to stay can be overwhelming when you’re trying to find the best area to stay in London your first time. This guide narrows down where you want to stay to be close to everything.  I’m an American living in England. I’ve always...

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]]> https://alifeaway.com/best-area-london-first-time/feed/ 1 41 Brilliant Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in London https://alifeaway.com/rainy-day-in-london/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rainy-day-in-london Wed, 04 Jan 2023 23:09:54 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1199 When you plan a trip to London, it’s natural to wonder about rainy days. London has a reputation for dreary, damp weather. I promise it’s not that bad, but it does rain sometimes. Luckily, London has tons of options for keeping you entertained on even the wettest of days. Here are 41 ideas for your...

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]]> Why London Is Great for Theatre Lovers https://alifeaway.com/london-for-theatre-lovers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=london-for-theatre-lovers Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:26:22 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=1018 London is a fantastic city for theatre lovers! Whether you’re visiting London specifically to experience the famous West End or just want to add some theatrical flair to your trip, there is plenty to occupy your time. Table of Contents  Welcome To the West End What To Expect at London Theatre Entrance and Finding Your...

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]]> Three Castles to Visit From London by Train (No Driving Required!) https://alifeaway.com/castles-near-london-by-train/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=castles-near-london-by-train https://alifeaway.com/castles-near-london-by-train/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2022 18:21:33 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=739 London is a wonderful city (don’t miss my city itinerary guide here!), but I cannot encourage you enough to get out of the city and see more of the United Kingdom’s beauty. An easy way to accomplish this is to visit one of these beautiful castles or palaces. From Central London, these three destinations are...

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]]> https://alifeaway.com/castles-near-london-by-train/feed/ 3 How Many Days to Spend in London | Ultimate Guide to the Perfect London Itinerary https://alifeaway.com/how-many-days-london/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-many-days-london https://alifeaway.com/how-many-days-london/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2022 15:19:51 +0000 https://alifeaway.com/?p=609 The Short Answer to How Many Days to Spend in London 5-7 days is a great length for a balanced visit to London’s highlights and 1-2 day trips to sight see outside London. I recommend staying in London for at least 3 days. That assumes you want just a taste of this wonderful city and...

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