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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Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park

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

Southbank Christmas Market in London

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 at Fortnum & Mason in London

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

New Year’s Eve Fireworks in London

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

Ice Skating at the Tower of London

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

Charles Dickens Museum Re-opens in London!

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

Christmas at Kew Gardens

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

Chelsea Physic Garden Christmas Fair 2012

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

A Romantic Valentine’s Day in London

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

Christmas and New Year’s in London

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

The Lord Mayor’s Show in London

Join in the celebrations and fun at the Lord Mayor’s Show in London on Saturday, November 10th, 2012! Find out more about the history of “the oldest, longest, most popular civic procession in the world” and where to see the Lord Mayor’s Show in London this year. ... Read More

The Harrods Christmas Parade 2012

Ring 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

Go Ice Skating in South Kensington!

Enjoy a break from exhibitions with a skate around the Natural History Museum’s ice rink! From November 2nd, 2012 to January 6th, 2013 visitors and Londoners alike can have fun ice skating under the iconic towers of the Natural History Museum in South Kensington. ... Read More

Autumn at Alexandra Park in London

Autumn is a wonderful time of year to explore London’s many parks and gardens! Here’s a look at a lesser known spot, Alexandra Park in North London. With 196 acres of parkland offering amazing views of London’s skyline, an exhibition centre and tons of events, it’s a great spot seeing a different side of London! ... Read More

Happy Birthday to P.G. Wodehouse!

We’re celebrating and remembering the great author P.G. Wodehouse, born on this day in 1881, who was the creator of the beloved Jeeves and Wooster characters. Come along to see where Bertie Wooster lived in Mayfair and our luxurious Mayfair vacation rental nearby! ... Read More