Laura Thayer

Laura must have been a Londoner in a past life, but in the current one she calls Italy home. As editor of the London Perfect Blog, she delights sharing the best of London. Her motto is: “Has teapot, will travel.”

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Carnaby Christmas Shopping Party – 20% Off!

Carnaby Street kicks off the holiday season with their fun and fabulous Carnaby Shopping Party and Christmas light switch on celebration with 20% off at over 100 shops, bars and restaurants. Not to be missed! ... Read More

A Dramatic Field of Poppies at the Tower of London

To mark the centenary of WWI, the Tower of London has been the setting for a moving installation of 888,246 ceramic poppies, one for each British and colonial fatality during WWI. It’s a sobering and captivating experience to commemorate Remembrance Day. ... Read More

Oxford Street Christmas Lights Celebration

With just seven weeks until Christmas, Oxford Street is kicking off the festive season in London with the switch on party for their holiday lights on Thursday, November 6th, 2014. But even if you can’t make it for the celebration, the Oxford Street Christmas lights will be up from November 6th until January 4th, 2015. ... Read More

Christmas in London – An Enchanting Winter Experience!

The holidays are just around the corner and London is the place to be for holiday cheer and fabulous shopping! Whether you’re planning a holiday getaway to spend Christmas or New Year’s in London or planning to come early for the holiday shopping, here’s a look at some of our favourite things to do during the holiday season in London. ... Read More

Christmas Shopping in London: The Best Holiday Shopping Spots

London is one of the best cities in the world for shopping, but at the holidays it’s even more magical! Starting in November the city is decked out with Christmas lights and decorations and there’s a festive atmosphere everywhere you go. From big and loud to quiet and classic, here’s our look at the very best holiday shopping spots in London. ... Read More

The Other Art Fair – Where to Find the Best New Artists in London!

The Other Art Fair returns to London’s iconic Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane with the work of 130 artists on display from 16-19 October 2014. Discover what The Telegraph has called the “Younger, hipper alternative to Frieze” in London. ... Read More

Book Your Tickets now to see Emma Thompson in Sweeney Todd!

The always lovely Emma Thompson and international star Bryn Terfel will reprise their roles in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street next spring in London. With only 13 performances, you’ll want to book your tickets now! ... Read More

Royal Greenwich Tall Ships Festival in London

A very special experience has sailed London’s way with the arrival of the Royal Greenwich Tall Ships Festival. Take a look at the Tall Ships as they arrived in London! ... Read More

William Curley – A Chocolate Lover’s Heaven in Belgravia!

So you say you love chocolate? Then you won’t want to miss trying the divine chocolates from William Curley’s flagship Belgravia store in London. ... Read More

A Remarkable Kensington Apartment to Call Home

We’re always in search of those very special London vacation rentals that make you feel at home the moment you step through the door. We’re pleased to introduce the Austen, where we know you’ll feel right at home in Kensington! ... Read More

There is Only One Sale – The Harrods Summer Sale!

Harrods of London have launched their famous Summer Sale. There’s still time to book a last minute trip to London and score bargains of a lifetime at the one and only sale! ... Read More

The Mammoths are Coming to London!

Did you hear that? If you’ve been feeling the tremors, it’s probably because the mammoths are on their way to London! Only ten days until the opening of “Mammoths: Ice Age Giants” at the Natural History Museum in South Kensington. ... Read More

Covent Garden May Fayre

It’s that time of spring to gather in St. Paul’s Church garden for the annual Covent Garden May Fayre & Puppet Festival! On Sunday, May 11th, Covent Garden celebrates the 352nd anniversary of the first sighting by Samuel Pepys of Punch in May of 1662. Come along for fun for the whole family in London! ... Read More

Wonderful London in 1924 & 2014

Take a step back in time to see the London of the 1920s blended seamlessly into the fabric of modern day London in this aptly named video “Wonderful London” by Simon Smith. ... Read More

Spring Blossoms in London

We’re celebrating Earth Day by sharing the beautiful flowers and blossoms that we’ve seen this spring while strolling through Chelsea, South Kensington and Mayfair. Share your spring in London photos with us, too! ... Read More