The Best Christmas Store Ever: Fortnum and Mason in London!
December 16th, 2013It’s the perfect time of year to come to London! You’ll find Dickens Christmas spirit is everywhere … especially when you’re out shopping. London is one of the most festive cities for holiday shopping, and we’re taking you to one of our favourite London department stores – Fortnum & Mason! ... Read More
Regent Street Christmas Lights Switch On!
November 8th, 2013If you’re in London this Saturday, November 9th, head to Regent Street for a traffic-free day of festive shopping and holiday fun as London begins the countdown to Christmas! ... Read More
The Harrods Christmas Parade – 2013
November 1st, 2013Ring in the holiday season with Harrods Christmas Parade and the arrival of Farther Christmas at the famous department store in London. The Parade will take place on Saturday, November 2nd, 2012 at 8am to celebrate the launch of the popular Christmas Grotto at Harrods! ... Read More
Winter Magic – London for the Holidays!
September 26th, 2013Discover the magic of London this holiday season! Check off your shopping list under the lights of Oxford Street, find holiday treasures at the Christmas markets, ice skate at the Tower of London, see the spectacular fireworks display on New Year’s Eve and so much more during your holiday stay in London this winter. ... Read More
Boxing Day Traditions
December 26th, 2012Today is Boxing Day – a public holiday for tens of millions of Brits, Irish and a significant smattering of Commonwealth types. It’s not simply a chance to digest yesterday’s feast but actually encompasses a number of themes; the religious, the historical, the material and the sporty. Find out more on the London Perfect Blog! ... Read More
Southbank Christmas Market in London
December 21st, 2012The Southbank Christmas Market is set in one of London’s most scenic spots along the Thames. Enjoy traditional holiday foods, shopping & fun at the Southbank Christmas Market until December 24th, 2012. One more weekend to enjoy the holiday fun in London! ... Read More
Traditional Christmas Pudding
December 18th, 2012Christmas dinner isn’t complete without the traditional Christmas pudding … brought to the table flaming! Our London based blogger Zoë F. Willis shares the history, fun and hints on where to find a good recipe for a traditional Christmas pudding. Bring a bit of British holiday tradition to your Christmas table this year! ... Read More
Christmas at Fortnum & Mason in London
December 18th, 2012The holidays are a magical time to visit the famous Fortnum & Mason store on Piccadilly in the heart of London! This year the Christmas windows were inspired by the fairytale of Dick Whittington. Take a look at the windows and a peek inside the store at the beautiful holiday decorations at Fortnum & Mason this year! ... Read More
Christmas Crackers – A British Holiday Tradition
December 17th, 2012Our London based blogger Zoë F. Willis shares with us the history and fun behind Christmas Crackers – a very traditional part of the Christmas dinner table. And no … they’re not the type of crackers you enjoy with cheese! Celebrate Christmas with this fun British tradition this year! ... Read More
Charles Dickens Museum Re-opens in London!
December 10th, 2012Today is a big day for Charles Dickens fans around the world! After a brilliant £3.1million renovation and transformation, the Charles Dickens Museum in London re-opens to the public for the bicentenary celebrations of Dickens’s 200th birthday! Find out more about Christmas events at the Charles Dickens Museum. ... Read More
Chelsea Physic Garden Christmas Fair 2012
November 24th, 2012Visit the Chelsea Physic Garden during their winter events for holiday shopping and fun at London’s oldest botanic garden. Visit on December 1st & 2nd for the annual Christmas Fair and December 4th-14th for the Festive Shopping Days. Enjoy holiday shopping in Chelsea this year! ... Read More
Christmas and New Year’s in London
November 13th, 2012The Christmas atmosphere is already in full swing! London is absolutely festive during the holidays, and it’s easy to get into the Christmas spirit while out sightseeing and shopping. Here’s a look at our favourite things to see and do in London for Christmas and New Year’s. ... Read More
The Harrods Christmas Parade 2012
November 2nd, 2012Ring in the holiday season with Harrods Christmas Parade and the arrival of Farther Christmas at the famous department store in London. The Parade will take place on Saturday, November 3rd, 2012 at 8am to celebrate the launch of the popular Christmas Grotto at Harrods! ... Read More