Curious about Apsley House? This Georgian-style building became the home of Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington. How did he get it? Well, he bought it after gaining wealth, as he had won over Napoleon. It isn’t actually as grand as it is, but then the duke remodelled it, matching his status. It became […]
Read MoreHeard that London has approximately 3,000 parks. Pretty green, right? Trafalgar Square is actually one of them! However, it’s just not a park where you can just sit and kill time because there’s so much to do in this square. Museums, galleries, and monuments are the pride of this park. If you like more of […]
Read MoreFamiliar with the song lyrics “We can go driving on my scooter, you know, just ‘round in London?” This is from one of my favourite Taylor Swift songs, London Boy. She talks about London and references some great things about the city. On the same song, she mentioned West End, and you know what? West […]
Read MoreThe first time I entered Somerset House, I wasn’t planning to go in—I was just trying to escape from the heavy rainfall. But sometimes, the best discoveries happen by accident. I entered through the nearest entrance and found myself standing in a courtyard that looked like something out of a movie. That spontaneous visit turned […]
Read MoreI had a night when I promised myself I’d “just have one bottle” after work. Famous last words before getting wasted, right? A few cocktails, a round of shots I didn’t even ask for, and a bar tab that made me question all my life decisions—I learned the hard way that London, while an incredible […]
Read MoreI have this friend from a different country, and he’s revisiting London. He was here two years ago but for only a short time, and decided to come back. He’s the total opposite of my personality. He was way too bold and adventurous, and with that, he gave me an assignment to list some things […]
Read MoreI’ll never forget the times I put on my earphones and listened to my favourite songs after finishing my work at a cafe. It’s like a reward for me after a hard task. Listening to my favourite artists singing their life-changing songs live gives me an amazing feeling that’s kind of addictive. That’s why I […]
Read MoreThere was a time when our plan for a quiet picnic in the park was ruined when it unexpectedly rained. Desperate to still have fun, we went to a nearby indoor laser tag arena. That decision transformed our potentially ruined day into the most spontaneous and unforgettable Saturday ever. Watching my nephews and nieces strategise […]
Read MoreMost of us want to eat outside sometimes, not because we’re tired of tasting home-cooked meals, but because we want a different vibe from our homes. Some go to a calming cafe, while some prefer a fancy restaurant. But do you know what’s better than those eating spots? The one with something you don’t see […]
Read MoreA few weekends ago, my family and I were stuck in the classic “What should we do today?” loop. The options? Yet another museum or another day stuck indoors. Then, I had a bright idea: to surprise them by booking a last-minute VR experience. Within the hour, we were dodging zombies—my mum’s reaction alone was […]
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