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AA Admirals Lounge Heathrow

This is the first time I’m flying American Airlines, and being a member of OneWorld alliance with elite status am lucky enough to get access to its AA Admirals Lounge Heathrow Airport. Beige interiors with open areas and private out-of-the-way seating areas, the selection of drinks range from coffee and tea to beer, wine and spirits. […]

BA First Class flight to Beijing

First is your ticket to exceptional comfort and impeccable service in an elegant surrounding. It’s the finest way to travel. I don’t get to travel like this often but after saving thousands of air miles it was a well deserved treat to fly BA First Class, long haul from London to Beijing. With your own private spacious suite, a fully […]

Blimey Summers, Scorching Canuks

As a fellow Canadian, I completely understand the hardships of weather patterns in Toronto Canada. In 2011 it’s proving to be an especially scorching summer, something that can’t be said about London England. In Toronto the swings of seasons are clear, hot summers, wet autumns, freezing winters and warm springs. Though ask any Canadian and […]

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Bournemouth • UK

Bournemouth is a seaside resort town in the county of Dorset on the south coast of England. Founded in 1810 and first became recognized as a town in 1870. Its proximity to the Jurassic Coast and Poole Bay has turned Bournemouth into a prized summer holiday destination. The cream of Victorian society including royalty flocked […]

BOXING DAY BLUES ON LONDON TRANSPORT

GATWICK EXPRESS MESS Gatwick Express and Transport for London may not always deliver, even though you pay full fare, do not expect full service. Travelling over the holidays can always be a bit of a struggle as services are reduced and you have some expectation of knowing you are armed with correct information in advance to plan […]

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Brighton • England UK

A seaside town in South-East England in the County of Sussex, Brighton is a popular destination for city breaks from London. It offers much to see and do at all hours, the seafront is always in use from sunbathers in the day to clubbers at night. The arrival of the railway in 1841 brought Brighton within […]

BT Tower

The BT Tower was the tallest building in both London and the United Kingdom when it was completed in 1964, a title it held until 1980. It gradually became a very prominent landmark that could be seen from almost anywhere in London. A communications tower located in Fitzrovia London, with a total height to 191 metres (627 ft). It has been previously known as […]

Concorde Room Heathrow T5

As a First traveller, you will glide through check-in and fast track security with the minimum of fuss, so you will have more time to enjoy the hospitality of the Concorde Room lounges at London Heathrow T5. The Concorde Room, one of British Airways elegant departure lounges, exclusive to London Heathrow Terminal 5 and New York JFK Terminal 7, […]

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Fenchurch Street Bar and Grill

The elegant Fenchurch Street Bar and Grill on Level 37 of the nicknamed Walkie Talkie building of London‘s Fenchurch Street. Contemporary interiors while the menu offers only the finest oysters, fish and crustacean as well as seasonal game, meat and vegetarian dishes. The wine list, sourced with guidance from renowned master of wine Christopher Donaldson and boasting […]

First Class Lounge, Heathrow T5

Exclusive to British Airways, the first-class lounge, Galleries, Heathrow terminal 5. Champaign bar is one of many options available for the fast track passenger, including a dedicated wine bar, spirits bar, snacks, coffee and tea, breakfast buffet and even food made to order. It may be only 10 am but the joy for finishing breakfast […]

First Class on-board SouthWestTrains

I did an upgrade on SouthwestTrains from London to Bournemouth and wanted to know what do you get for paying that extra bit more? The difference is minimal from the standard class which already is comfortable and new, first-class seats offer a separate cabin with slightly better seats that recline, some with table, and power outlets […]

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Greenwich • London

The distinct character of Greenwich really does it make it feel like a small village within the city of London and plenty of free stuff to see and do too! So near to central London – only 20 minutes from the city centre – Greenwich is a place of contrasts, from awe-inspiring architecture, tranquil open […]

La Tasca: Spanish Tapas Bar

While on a visit to Portsmouth, I visited a chain of Spanish tapas bars in the United Kingdom known as La Tasca. It is the first I have heard or seen of them but made good sense since I was travelling with a friend, and what better way to have a meal than to share […]

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London • England UK

One of the oldest cities in the world with a history that dates back to Roman times, London is culturally rich and diverse, and a city that remains one of the most influential cities in the world. The capital and largest city of both the United Kingdom and of England, its history goes back to its […]

London Bike Hire

Launched on 30 July 2010, the Barclays Cycle Hire soon became a great success on London roads. Like anything British, there were bumps in the beginning, but now almost a year on, the scheme continues to prove popular. I enrolled for an annual membership, allowing me to take as many 30 minute journeys for free. […]