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John Rabon
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The Fiver: Five of the Best Places to See Christmas Trees in London
Oh, Christmas tree! Oh, Christmas tree! Ever since it was made popular by German immigrants in the United States and Prince Albert in the United...
Ten London Travel Hacks
Traveling anywhere can present some inherent logistical (and financial) challenges. Wherever you go, knowing some of the tricks can help you get around, save on...
The Fiver: Five Things to Look Forward to in London this Christmas
Even though Thanksgiving has yet to happen here in the States, the Christmas season is upon us both at home and abroad. In London, November...
The Fiver – Five Unusual Transportation Methods in London
Getting around London can be a hassle for many, especially if you traverse the city by car. This is why many turn to public transport,...
Ten Interesting Facts about the M25 Motorway
Sometimes referred to as “The World’s Biggest Carpark” by Londoners, the M25 is a major ring road that encircles the capital city of the United...
Ten Places to Visit in London if You Love Paddington Bear
Paddington Bear has been one of the world’s greatest children’s literature characters since his introduction in 1958. The protagonist of countless books, cartoon series, and...
Ten Places to Visit in London if You Love Harry Potter
London holds many magical qualities. Whether you’re visiting for the glow of the city lights or the charm of age-old buildings, you’ll find enchantment on...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of the Piccadilly Line
In our next entry on the history of the various Tube lines, we explore the history of the Piccadilly Line, which hits some important spots...
Ten Great Cockney Phrases and their Meanings
Cockney rhyming slang has been around since the 19th Century as a special language focused in the East End of London. Debates about the origins...
A Brief History of the Northern Line
Looking at the London Underground map, you might be forgiven for thinking there’s been a mistake and that you’re looking at two separate lines instead...
What Makes the Elizabeth Line Different from Other Underground Lines?
If you’ve looked at the London Underground map lately, you may have noticed a sharp purple line cutting from east to west. This is the...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of the Jubilee Line
Growing out of the London Underground’s first line, the Metropolitan Railway, the Jubilee Line is named after Queen Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee. Of course, this...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of Docklands Light Railway
Moving onto an oft-forgot member of the London Underground, the Docklands Light Railway is a unique entity of all the lines. The DLR is also...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of the District Line
One of the oldest lines in the history of the London Underground, the District Line has a rich history that has been simultaneously full of...
Ten More Interesting Facts about the Greater London Authority
Unlike any other local government in the United Kingdom, the Greater London Authority shares more in common with American city governments. It has a legislature...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of the Circle Line
Prior to its expansion with a line to Hammersmith, the Circle Line lived up to its name by forming a loop that encircles much of...
Ten Romantic Places to Visit in London
Paris might be the “City of Love”, but London certainly has its share of romance. From picturesque Royal Parks to statues that celebrate love, the...
Ten Star Wars Actors from Greater London
You don’t have to be from London to make it as an actor, but it certainly helps. From the release of Star Wars: A New...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of the Central Line
For over 121 years, the Central Line has been a central part of the London Underground. Its importance is can be exemplified by the fact...
The London Fiver – Five Unusual Hobbies You Can Learn in London
When people go on holiday, they might opt for taking a course to learn something like French pastry making or Italian cooking. London certainly has...
Santander Cycles – The History of Bicycle Share in London and How to Use It
London’s bicycle sharing program is one of the top means of public transportation in the city. Roughly 30,000 – 40,000 people take advantage of the...
A Brief History of the Bakerloo Line
Like a lightning bolt running through the city, the Bakerloo line gets passengers where they’re going nearly as fast and has been doing so for...
A Brief History of the Hammersmith & City Railway
Every day people take a London Underground train to get from point A to point B without considering the history of the lines they take. ...
The London Fiver – Five of the Best Bookshops in the Borough of Camden
Camden is known for being one of the best shopping experiences in London with its multiple street markets, high street shops, and pop-up retailers. Naturally,...
Tube Histories: A Brief History of the Metropolitan Line
Welcome to a new series on the histories of each of the London Underground lines. Of course, if we’re going to start anywhere, why not...
Ten Interesting Facts about the City of London Corporation
When people think of London government, what they’re really thinking of is the Greater London Authority. The City of London is its own unique municipal...
Ten Interesting Facts about Food and Drink in London
Everyone likes to eat. Whether you’re more into breakfast or dinner, vegan or omnivore, we all have a dish or a food item that we...
The Fiver – Five Bookshops in Greenwich to Visit
Continuing our search for the best places for bibliophiles in London, we turn our attention to the other side of the River Thames and the...
London History: Ten Important London Events of the 2000s
A new London for a new millennium. With the advent of the third millennium and the newly-created Greater London Authority, London started to truly transform...
Five Romantic Activities in London for Valentine’s Day
Now that the world is opening up again, people are making their romantic travel plans for 2022. While most people might think of Paris or...