Exploring England’s Oldest Town, Colchester
Haven’t heard of Colchester? Neither had I until I found myself researching quick day trips for the bank holiday weekend in August. Initially, I wanted to travel outside of the […]
3 Tips for Visiting Buckingham Palace State Rooms
Buckingham Palace, the London residence and administrative headquarters of the reigning monarch. The palace has 775 rooms, including 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 […]
Discovering Magic at the Harry Potter Studio Tour
Like most kids born in the late 80s and early 90s, I spent a good portion of my childhood dreaming about what it’d be like to go to Hogwarts. I […]
Visiting Windsor Castle from London
The first time I visited Windsor Castle over 10 years ago, it was a cold, blustery January day. I don’t remember much from that visit, but it didn’t leave a […]
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea
Going for afternoon tea is a must-do if you’re visiting England. If you’re lucky enough to be spending time in London, there are plenty of lovely afternoon teas to choose […]
A Morning at Columbia Road Flower Market
When your Sunday begins with fresh cut flowers, you know you’re doing something right. Spending a Sunday morning at Columbia Road became one of my favorite pastimes before I even […]
Visiting England’s Lavender Fields
When most people think of the United Kingdom, they imagine it being overcast and rainy. And, don’t get me wrong, it is- but, it’s also a diverse country, full of […]
Visiting Hampton Court Palace from London
Growing up, I couldn’t get enough of the Dear America and Royal Diaries series. Reading the “diary” of Elizabeth I sparked an early interest in the Tudors. On my first […]
5 Things to do in Brighton
Spending most of the summer in England means lots of time to explore London, as well as nearby British towns. When I heard the seaside town of Brighton was only […]
One Day in Rye, England
Tudor architecture. Narrow cobblestone streets. Flowers blooming. Pints of cider. Fields full of sheep. English seaside towns. #HeartEyes Rye is quintessential England, it feels like stepping back in time. Before I […]
