Staying at Shangri-La The Shard in London: Is It Worth It?
When The Shard first opened up in London in 2013, I immediately wanted to visit it. And when the Shangri-La brand of luxury hotels...
5 Days in London: The Perfect London Itinerary for Your First Visit
With thousands of years of history, world-class museums and attractions, every kind of food imaginable, and a never-ending list of things to do, it's...
The Perfect 10-Day London and Paris Itinerary for Your Dream Europe Trip
London and Paris are two of the most-visited cities in Europe; two of the most-visited cities in the world, in fact! And the great...
12 Touristy Things Worth Doing in London (and 5 You Can Skip)
London is one of the most-visited cities in the world. I myself have been to London more than a dozen times, and have cumulatively...
Where to Find the Best Skyline Views in London
London is one of my very favorite cities in the world – which is interesting, because I don't always love huge, sprawling cities! But...
A Harry Potter Lover’s Guide to London: 10+ Must-See London Harry Potter Sites
London is one of my favorite cities in the world. I love the history, the neighborhoods, the pub culture, even the food. And I...
A Guide to the 10 Best Themed Afternoon Teas in London
For me, England has always been synonymous with one thing. No, not royalty or sports or fish and chips; for me, it's always been...
A Warm English Welcome: How Meeting Locals Can Enhance Your Travels
I knew exactly what kind of city Hull was as soon as I got in to my hotel room. There, sitting on the desk...
In Photos: The Adorable Town of Beverley, England
Chances are that unless you've either been before or are from Yorkshire, you probably haven't heard of the town of Beverley, England. As much...
Things You Probably Don’t Know About Hull, England
There are a handful of things that I particularly love when I travel: cities with lots of cool history, places with beautiful landscapes, and...
Things to Do with a Weekend in London’s East End
It's no secret that London, England, is one of my favorite cities in the world. But the thing about London (like many other capitals)...
Eating My Way Through London’s Soho
When it comes to London's Soho neighborhood, there are a few things you need to know. First, you need to know that Soho has...
The Cotswolds are Just Stupid Pretty
I'd seen the photos. Photos of charming stone buildings with overflowing flower boxes. Of adorable city squares with old wells at the center. Of crumbly...
Liverpool for the Beatles Fan
For as long as I can remember, The Beatles have been in my life. Growing up, my sister and I used to frequently sift...
24 Hours in York: A First-Timers Guide
In the past handful of years, I've managed to visit the United Kingdom a grand total of 5 times. It's officially the country (outside...
When I’m 64 Tour Highlights
I shared my very first passport stamp with my mom 10 years ago. First passports. First trip outside of North America. First passport stamps. For...
How to Have an Epic One Day in London Using a London Pass
London, England, is one of my favorite cities in the world. I love the history and the energy and yes, even the Underground. There's...