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The London Fiver – Five Cool Things to Do in London in August

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As Summer starts to wind down, London still has plenty of fun activities for seasonal visitors.  While we have covered other major events that go on during this month such as the Proms, the opening of Buckingham Palace to the public, and the Notting Hill Carnival, there are many other awesome events going on.  They run the gambit of festivals, sport, musical theater, and just … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Cool Things to Do in London in August

The London Fiver – Five Things to Do in London in June

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Summer kicks into full gear when June rolls around and London offers a lot to do as the city moves into warmer months.  Festivals, ceremonies, boot markets, and sports are just the beginning of what the city has to offer during the month of June.  No matter what you’re in the mood to do, it’s guaranteed that there is going to be something that will meet your interests.  In … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Things to Do in London in June

The London Fiver – Five Ways to Beat the London Heat This Summer

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Sure, London summers don’t get as hot as they do in the United States, but you’d be surprised how warm it can get.  Temperatures in the 70s might seem pretty cool to us, but it’s a little toasty for the average Londoner.  If you want to experience summer the way the locals do, there are plenty of opportunities to cool off throughout Greater London.  Whether you’re chowing down … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Ways to Beat the London Heat This Summer

The London Fiver – Five Children’s Literature Statues To See in London

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London is a city that is the setting of many a children’s book from One-Hundred and One Dalmatians to Peppa Goes to London.  With hundreds of years of literary history under its belt, the city has many monuments to great works and authors—and these include statues dedicated to children’s literature.  There are at least five statues dedicated to some of the most well-known … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Children’s Literature Statues To See in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Best Sports Bars

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One could certainly argue that every pub in the UK is a sports bar, since it’s naturally where everyone gathers to watch a match.  Certain pubs, of course, are bound to have their favored teams’ colors adorning the walls and cheering supporters on game day.  However, some places go above this to mark themselves as true sports bars, a place seemingly designed only to watch the … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Sports Bars

The London Fiver – Five Atmospheric Subterranean London Bars To Visit

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Today, underground is a word that tends to conjure images of secrecy and exclusivity when it comes to places.  When it comes to London, the underground is synonymous with the city’s subterranean train service.  Of course, there is also the original meaning and applied to bars; it can mean any number of drinking establishments that can be found below the London streets.  The … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Atmospheric Subterranean London Bars To Visit

The Fiver – Five of the Highest Bars in London

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One of the best things to have with a good drink is a view.  Lots of places out there have rooftop bars or observation towers where one can get a cocktail, a pint, or a glass of wine and gaze out over the horizon.  London certainly has its share of high-altitude drinking establishments that rank amongst the highest in the UK and in Europe.  Whatever you’re in the mood for, each … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five of the Highest Bars in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Best Small Concert Venues

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It’s good to go out and hear live music.  No matter whether it’s classical, rock, punk, rap, jazz, or whatever makes your ears ring, there’s nothing like catching the vibrations of the sound as it hits you.  While London certainly has some great larger music venues such as the O2 Arena, the Roundhouse, and Royal Albert Hall, sometimes it’s better to find a smaller place.  A … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Small Concert Venues

The London Fiver: Five Unusual Ways to Celebrate Christmas in London

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There are lots to do in London during Christmas.  You can take in the lights in the city’s numerous shopping districts; you could pay a visit to Father Christmas, attend a church service, shop the Christmas markets, or have fun at Winter Wonderland.  Of course, for these more traditional events, there are some unique and odd things you can do in the city during the holidays.  … [Read more...] about The London Fiver: Five Unusual Ways to Celebrate Christmas in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Oldest Schools in London

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In the West, organized educational institutions have been around since the Middle Ages when churches set up schools to teach future priests and administrators.  Besides that, few educational institutions existed until the first universities and almost nothing for children beyond apprenticeships.  Greater London has over 3,000 schools today, and some of them have foundations … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Oldest Schools in London

The London Fiver: 5 Christmas Markets To Plan To Visit During the Holiday Season

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Once we get into November, the Christmas decorations go up all around London, and the Christmas Markets come out onto the city’s streets.  Unlike the usual markets selling vintage goods, food, or clothing, obviously, these are geared more towards the festive season.  While some take on the normal look of market stalls, others look like little cottages decked out in lights and … [Read more...] about The London Fiver: 5 Christmas Markets To Plan To Visit During the Holiday Season

The London Fiver – Five Movies That Make Modern London Look Beautiful

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Scenery porn is a phrase used to describe camera shots in films and TV programmes that take a long view of the landscape.  Any production that films in a city certainly isn’t immune to it and London has a lot to show off.  With that in mind, cinematographers certainly love to linger on shots of London’s skyline and landmarks, making our mouths water at the thought of visiting … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Movies That Make Modern London Look Beautiful

The London Fiver – Five London Bars Based on Television and Film To Visit

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There are literally hundreds of pubs and bars all over London, and while many have a great British charm to them, sometimes you might be looking for something different.  If you’re anything like me, you love movies and TV shows.  You also love an immersive experience from your favorites in both mediums.  As it so happens, there are several bars in London that can provide you … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five London Bars Based on Television and Film To Visit

The Fiver – Five of London’s Oldest Theaters

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London is home to one of the best theater districts outside of Broadway.  Most can be found throughout the city’s West End in Westminster and Camden.  Naturally, being the center of the drama world means that the West End is also home to London’s oldest still-standing theaters, grand palaces built to house everything from Shakespeare to modern productions.  We’ve managed to … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five of London’s Oldest Theaters

The London Fiver – Five Major Scientific Discoveries Made in London

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Progress in science is one way by which we may judge a society, and London is a city that certainly has made a lot of progress over the centuries.  Some of the greatest discoveries in biology, physics, chemistry, and medicine have been made on the streets and in the laboratories of London.  Some of them are very well-known, while others might surprise you to know.  Each of the … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Major Scientific Discoveries Made in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Best Bakeries for Cookies in London

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Cookies in the United Kingdom are not so different from those in the United States.  Most Americans might think that all cookies are “biscuits” in Britain, but these two baked goods have very different meanings.  While a “biscuit” is harder and crunchier, while a cookie is meant to be soft and chewie.  Cookies can be found in bakeries all over London, and each one offers … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Bakeries for Cookies in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Best Game and Entertainment Centers in London

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Everyone enjoys playing video games, whether it’s old school Pac Man or newer team-based games such as Overwatch.  There are plenty of options for gaming fun in London from those who just want an arcade machine for some single-player action to big-time eSports competitions.  Other gaming opportunities even offer you the chance to fully immerse yourself in another world via … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Game and Entertainment Centers in London

The London Fiver – Five Ancient Ruins in London to Visit That Haven’t Been Swept Away By Time

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London is an ancient city.  Even before the Romans established their settlement of Londonium, people had lived in the area.  However, the Romans were the first to erect permanent structures here, some of which have survived today as ruins, hiding amongst the buildings that succeeded them and today’s skyscrapers.  Of course, not all of these buildings are Roman, and some of … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Ancient Ruins in London to Visit That Haven’t Been Swept Away By Time

The London Fiver – Five of the Most Expensive Apartment Buildings in London

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Living in the city is hard.  It’s also expensive.  A common criticism of most cities is that home prices, and apartment rents are only getting more expensive.  A city like London can certainly fit the bill when it comes to high rent prices.  Of course, in a city full of movie stars, politicians, businessmen, and royals, there are plenty of people willing to pay for the richest … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Most Expensive Apartment Buildings in London

The London Fiver – Five Events to Check out in London This Spring

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Spring has sprung!  From March through May, the warming of London invites more people to come out and participate in events that celebrate the season.  Whether you’re looking for something to do as an adult or a fun activity for your kids, London has plenty to offer children of all ages.  If you want to set a physical goal for yourself or just plan to engage in an East-themed … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Events to Check out in London This Spring

The Fiver – Five of the Best Places for Chocolate in London

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Chocolate is one of the most gifted items around Valentine’s Day and London has plenty of shops from which you can purchase a special treat for your special someone.  Whether you want to find a box full of sweets or something custom made, the city has plenty of chocolatiers that will satisfy your partner’s sweet tooth.  Of course, there’s more than just one kind of chocolate, … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five of the Best Places for Chocolate in London

The London Fiver – Five of the Most Romantic Places in London

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Ah, love is in the air, and it’s that time again when we want to do something special for our special someone.  Paris might bill itself as the most romantic city in the world, but London has a lot going for it when it comes to love.  There are many places you can visit with your partner to spend Valentine’s Day or for a date that will be truly memorable and help you fall in … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Most Romantic Places in London

The London Fiver – Five Places Important to American History in London

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America has a great presence in London besides its embassy and the number of tourists that flock the streets.   Sure, you can point out that a good number of this country’s founders came from the UK, so London is bound to have historical ties with the States, but it goes much deeper than that.  From this country’s very first settlers to those who helped defend Britain from the … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Places Important to American History in London

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