Places to shop in London
Napoleon called England a nation of shopkeepers, and London proves him right. From huge malls to small, family-run shops, traditional markets to modern department stores; shopping in London has endless possibilities.
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Buckingham Palace London
Buckingham Palace serves as the official London residence of Britain’s king since 1837 and now it is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. Also in use for the various official events as well as receptions held by the Queen. The State Rooms are open for tourists at Buckingham Palace every year.
London top landmarks
The following article will attempt to look into a few of the many landmarks in and around the city of London. Some of these are well known, and some not so well known. While residents will be familiar with these, not all visitors will be as familiar or have an idea of the history housed within these great structures.
Things to do in London
Touring London and southern England in style. Until recently, my lone memory of London dated back to the mid-1980s.
I was a poor college student at the time, and I spent a few weeks in England when I took a classical music course at the University of Oxford. OK—that description is a bit dramatic. Really, I took a class offered through my small university, and the class happened to be taking place on the Oxford campus.
Gin and tonics in Spain
Move over sangria: Spain has a new obsession and it’s the gin and tonic!
I had never been a fan of gin and tonics. My husband Dave used to drink them when we first met, but I never developed a taste for tonic water. To me, it always seemed like an old-fashioned drink that should be served in a gentlemen’s club as (male) patrons talked politics and smoked cigars by a fireplace. Martinis and wine were more suited to my lifestyle.
The Quin – The Quintessential New York Hotel
The Quin, New York City’s newest luxury lifestyle hotel, is located on the corner of 57th Street and 6th Avenue. At the intersection of art, music, and fashion, the privileged Midtown location of this 208-room hotel provides effortless access to Central Park, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and Fifth Avenue couture.
Shopping, history in York
York is a history buff’s Mecca, as it’s jam-packed with historical buildings, artifacts, and museums. Even if history isn’t your strong point, it’s fascinating to have a walk through the streets and imagine the centuries long past.
Stay At the London Premier Notting Hill
London Premier Notting Hill is located in the quiet and affluent residential area of Princes Square, in close proximity to both Bayswater and Notting Hill underground station. Due to its strategic location, it is a very popular choice of accommodation in Notting Hill for both leisure and business travellers.