Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced, beheaded, survived. If you’ve been to the Tower of London before, odds are you’ve heard a young child skipping around and singing that song to themselves, or maybe a Beefeater (Yeoman Warder) has shown the gathering crowds the ditty. The song itself is reflective of the six wives of King Henry the VIII, one of ~arguably~…
London, England
View Post By the end of my first European trip, and my mother will never let me live this down, I said, "Are we going to ever see anything other than churches and dead people?" Meaning, consistently touring old cathedrals, catacombs and crypts. Well mum, it's safe to say that I understand the desire to see all of the churches now.
St Paul's Cathedral, London
View Post London is known for having such an incredible food scene, and that recognition is incredibly well-deserved; what with the tiny, hole-in-the-wall pubs at every corner, little corner bistros and family-run favourites. Throw in a gin bar or two and you're well on your way.
London, UK
View Post A quick tourist note - if you want to dodge over-priced museum cafes, Caffè Tropea is incredibly close to the British Museum. It's a great spot to stop and recharge after a full day of sight-seeing.
London, United Kingdom
View Post If you find yourself craving a cappuccino, you may just find yourself with a chocolate frenchie on the top.
London, United Kingdom
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