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What to pack for London in the Spring

Katherine — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:51:41 +0000

Spring is always a tricky season to pack for, and in a city like London it is quite possibly even harder. We were there in late March with some rain off and on. It was cooler in the morning and the sun being out made all the difference. I was able to pack light with only one pair of shoes! Lately I’ve been really honing in on my wardrobe and loving repeating outfits – gone are the days of needing new outfits all the time! I hope this London spring packing list is helpful if you are also headed there this season. A few tips: Weather An obvious one – check the morning temperatures and when it will be the coldest. Of course look if there is rain and pack a compact umbrella if you can. If not, you can do what we did and buy one (or a few) there. We were able to put the ones we purchased in our suitcase on the way back. Walking shoes Like many trips to a big city you will most likely be walking a lot even with subways and buses. Comfortable walking shoes are key. I wore my sambas but […]

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London with toddlers

Katherine — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 11:07:08 +0000

Previous to our trip, I had heard anyone and everyone rave about London, and better yet, how perfect of a city it was for kids. When planning this trip, I realized that there were numerous things to do for both adults and kids. London with toddlers is incredibly doable and enjoyable. Of course a Kid’s High Tea isn’t the same as going to the ritz, but at least we all got to experience it and enjoy it together. This was my first time visiting London, so although I may not be an expert I hope this helps if you are planning a trip to London with toddlers. If you are looking for more tips for traveling with toddlers or kids, you can read that post here. Where to stay in London with toddlers When looking for hotels with kids, I ideally want a second space for when they are sleeping and breakfast that comes with the hotel. London can be pricey, so we decided to not reserve a suite where we stayed, but they had a wonderful breakfast (packed with variety) as well as a short walk away from a train station. Hilton London Metropole This hotel is where […]

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