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Your Inside Guide to: London
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Sports, London-style: Cricket, Football, Horse Racing and Rugby!
If you'd like to learn more about popular sports in Britain, you'll need to begin with soccer (called football everywhere except the United States). It is by far the most dominant sport in Europe — ask almost anybody their favorite team. The season runs late August through mid May, and most gam … Read More
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Fly Over London!
How about seeing all the famous landmarks of London from the air? Take a 30-minute airplane plane ride from a local airfield for about £60, or soar in a helicopter at 1000 feet over the city. Prices are from £125 for a 45-minute flight, which includes a full commentary from the pilot ove … Read More
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Play in London's Best-Known Park
The best known of London's royal parks is a central point for most public events in London, from the British Heart Foundation Charity Flirt Walk in February to major rock concerts and sporting events. The 350-acre Hyde Park will delight you with tennis, bowls, putting, horse riding, swimming and boa … Read More
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Play Golf in the Scenic English Countryside
Many excellent golf courses are within an easy drive of London, but I would like to single out two of my favorites. Both courses can be reached by train, car or taxi.
The London Golf Course, despite its name, is located in the countryside of Kent, only a 45-minute drive from central London. One … Read More |
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Explore the 300 Acres of Kew Gardens
This is a serious park! Visit the 300 acres of Royal Botanical Gardens along the River Thames in Richmond, southwest London. The garden seeks to "enable better management of the Earth's environment by increasing knowledge and understanding of the plant and fungal kingdoms — the basis of … Read More
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Take a Walk and Enjoy the View
There is nothing like a walk on Hampstead Heath in North London. From Parliament Hill — the highest point in London — the views are unrivaled, and it's a great spot for kite flying! This popular place features nearly 800 acres with lakes and ponds, an athletic track and several pubs. Visit … Read More
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Set Out on Mr. Langley's Walking Tour!
The very best way to see London's many wonders is by foot! Lace up your most comfortable walking shoes, grab an umbrella and head out. Many excellent books will guide you on planned walks, or you can contact one of several companies that specialize in guided walks of London. They offer everything f … Read More
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Find a Little Venice in London
Want the scoop on a little known fact about London? A canal system winds its way through this amazing city! Two companies offer canal boat tours, in the traditional narrow boats, through Little Venice to London Zoo and all the way to Canden Locks. There is live commentary during the trip to point … Read More
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Take a Unique Sightseeing Tour
You have several good options when choosing a London sightseeing tour, but one of the MOST unique is London Duck Tours. This comprehensive 75-minute tour takes you to London's most famous sites in an amphibious vehicle! You not only drive the streets of London, you also cruise the River Thames for a … Read More
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Cruise the River to Greenwich
One of my favorite river trips is a cruise from the Westminster Pier (take the Tube train to Westminster station and pop around the corner) to Greenwich Pier, which takes about 75 minutes in each direction. When you get to Greenwich, there is an amazing amount to see, so plan on at least two to thre … Read More
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London Eye River Cruise Experience - British Airways London Eye is the world's largest observation wheel and offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London's famous landmarks in just 30 minutes! |
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London Thames River Jazz Lunch Cruise - Cruising the River Thames on this 2 1/2 hour Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise is the perfect way to relax and indulge whilst soaking up the atmosphere. |
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The London Showboat Dinner Cruise on the Thames River - One of the most entertaining shows in town! Good food, excellent cabaret, and a cruise from the center of London to the Thames barrier and back. Click for great pricing! |
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Magic of London - A Full Day Tour of the Sights of London - This full day tour of London includes a private tour of the Tower of London, a visit to Westminster Abbey, the Changing of the Guard, a Thames River Cruise and afternoon tea at Kensington Palace. |
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London Bicycle Tour - Discover London, one of the world's great cities in a different and highly entertaining way. Enjoy a gentle bicycle ride along the River Thames, stopping at London's major attractions along the way. |
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Jack The Ripper's Sinister London - Do you dare to enter the sinister world of Jack the Ripper? With malice aforethought, under the darkness he lurked within the shadows, awaiting his prey - 'the street women' of Old London Town. |
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How about renting a bicycle during your stay in London? It's a great way to get around and stay fit, and costs about $5 an hour. Special rates are available for day or weekly rentals.
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