Oyster Cards in London 2023
What is an Oyster Card? An Oyster Card is the name of the smart card that riders of London’s transit …
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Kew Gardens: Visiting in Winter
On my most recent trip to London, one place that I had earmarked as a must-see was Kew Gardens. Yes, …
The Roman Baths of Bath, England
The city of Bath in England was once the Roman city of Aqua Sulis. Sitting atop the UK’s only natural …
Do I Still Need Hard Currency When Traveling?
The world of traveling has changed dramatically since 2020. In the post-pandemic world, traveling is finally on the rebound after …
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From Heathrow Airport to Central London: the Elizabeth Line Gamechanger
The Elizabeth Line of the London Underground network officially opened for service earlier this year and it’s a gamechanger. For …
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Trip Insurance: What To Look For
Pre 2020, I was a person who generally preferred to travel without giving any thought to adding insurance onto my …
The Stone of Destiny: Stone of Scone
The Scottish Stone of Scone will play an important role next year with the coronation of King Charles III. It …
How To File EU261 Compensation
Last week’s post took an in-depth look into what exactly happens if you have a flight cancelled or delayed by …
How to Visit the Eiffel Tower
One of the most iconic landmarks in the world is the Eiffel Tower. It is on the list of must …
London’s Lost Rivers
The River Thames is well known in London, but have you heard of the Lea, the Tyburn, or the Fleet? …