Enjoy holiday fun for the whole family at the Winter Wonderful in Hyde Park, which is open until Sunday, January 6th, 2013. This Christmas amusement park features an ice rink, fun rides, a giant observation wheel, ice sculptures, two circuses and a huge Christmas Market. Find out more on the London Perfect Blog! ... Read More
Today 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
The 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
Christmas 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
The 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
Celebrate New Year’s Eve and ring in 2013 with a bang in London while enjoying the New Year’s Eve fireworks display over the Thames and London Eye. A spectacular display is the perfect way to cap off a grand year in London with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics! ... Read More
Our 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
Enjoy ice skating in one of London’s most historic spots – under the walls of the iconic Tower of London! Soak up nearly 1,000 years of history while skating about on the large ice rink. The Tower of London Ice Rink will be open until January 6th, 2013, and it’s a great spot for a romantic date or family fun in London this holiday season! ... Read More
Today 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
Kew Gardens will once again be a wonderful setting for winter magic from December 8th, 2012 to January 6th, 2013. While there might not be snow, there will be festive events for the whole family. If you’ll be visiting London for Christmas or New Year’s, discover the magic of winter at Kew Gardens! ... Read More
After sharing a brief history of tea and a step by step guide to how to brew the perfect cup, Zoë F. Willis takes readers along to afternoon tea in some of London’s top spots in London Perfect’s Guide to Tea. ... Read More
Visit 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
We’re delighted to introduce three new London Perfect vacation rentals set in the sought-after Chelsea and South Kensington neighbourhoods in central London. From cosy and classic to ultra modern and stylish, our new one bedroom and two bedroom apartments are charming additions to our portfolio. Take a sneak peek inside the Churchill, Asquith and Hamilton in London! ... Read More
London is a wonderful city to explore with someone you love, and it’s a great spot for a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway. Whether you’re visiting the classic sights, enjoying stunning views from Tower Bridge or simply strolling hand in hand along the Thames, there’s a lot of romance to be found in London. Here are our favourite things to do, most romantic spots and the best ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in London! ... Read More
The 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
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