Category Archives: Travel
Thanksgiving in London (CheapOair)
Thanksgiving in London CheapOair, November 24, 2011 Not nearly as ironic as throwing an American Independence Day/4th of July party in England, still the idea of celebrating an American Thanksgiving in London might seem a bit out of place. Nevertheless, with lots … Continue reading
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Tagged american thanksgiving, cheapoair, London, london restaurants, restaurants, thanksgiving, thanksgiving dinner, thanksgiving in london, Travel, turkey
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St Pancras Express Menu at The Gilbert Scott (Great British Chefs)
St Pancras Express Menu at The Gilbert Scott Great British Chefs, 24 November 2011 At £22 for two courses or £27 for three, the restaurant’s Express Menu is indeed a bargain of a way to check out what one of … Continue reading
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Ice Skating in London (CheapOair)
Ice Skating in London CheapOair, November 22, 2011 Have flights to London and like to ice skate? You’re in luck. Tis the season to swish across the ice, and London has an impressive number of venues with seasonal rinks. And … Continue reading
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Tagged cheapoair, christmas, ice skating, ice skating rinks, London, winter
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London’s Grosvenor Square (OneTravel)
London’s Grosvenor Square OneTravel, Nov 18, 2011 This large patch of Central London green has been associated with the official presence of the United States of America in the United Kingdom since 1785, when President John Adams established the first American mission … Continue reading
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Tagged grosvenor square, London, mayfair, OneTravel, US Embassy, W1
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Heathrow Express (CheapOair)
Heathrow Express CheapOair, November 17, 2011 Heathrow Express is the fastest and most convenient way to get to and from London Heathrow Airport and Central London. With no traffic jams, taxi queues, or multiple stops to slow you down, you (along … Continue reading
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Tagged air travel, airport, central london, cheapoair, heathrow, London, london heathrow airport, paddington station, train travel, Travel
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Foraging, Mark Hix and Whisky (Locally Sourced)
Foraging, Mark Hix and Whisky Locally Sourced, November 15, 2011 The idea behind our expedition was to get us city slickers close ‘to the wild seas of Skye, where Talisker is made, without leaving our Southern shores’. And it was … Continue reading
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Posted in Drink, England, Food, Food Network, Locally Sourced, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged dorset, food network, foraging, hix oyster & fish house, locally sourced, lyme regis, talisker, whisky
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Tequila in London (CheapOair)
Tequila in London CheapOair, November 15, 2011 … here’s a roundup of a few Mexican restaurants with bars specializing in serving quality tequila (the good stuff that won’t leave you with a headache the next morning) … READ MY COMPLETE … Continue reading
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Tagged AZULITO BAR, BARS, benito's hat, cheapoair, cocktails, crazy homies, London, mexican food, mexican restaurants, tequila, wahaca
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BlablaCar Introduces Campus Carpooling Service
BlablaCar is a carpooling service that connects drivers with other folks looking for a lift in the same direction. It’s free to join at BlablaCar.com, and once you’ve registered (and it only takes about a minute to do so) you can … Continue reading
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Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree (CheapOair)
Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree CheapOair, November 11, 2011 The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree is the name for the famous Christmas tree donated to the people of London by the city of Oslo each year since 1947. The tree is prominently displayed in … Continue reading
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Tagged cheapoair, christmas, christmas 2011, christmas tree, London, norwegian spruce, trafalgar square
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Where to See Christmas Lights in London (CheapOair)
Where to See Christmas Lights in London CheapOair, November 10, 2011 Tis the season to shop, feast, catch up with old friends and family, travel home or to new destinations and to see pretty sparkly lights and fantastic seasonal displays. … Continue reading
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What Would You Trade for a Free Trip to New Zealand?
Tourism New Zealand has a competition going on called Stories Beat Stuff which offers the chance to win a two week expenses paid “experience” in New Zealand. The idea behind Stories Beat Stuff is that you have to “trade to win” the … Continue reading
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Tagged competition, free, freebie, new zealand, nz, rhythm and vines, stories beat stuff, summer rhythm, tourism new zealand, Travel, Video, youtube
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A look inside Nigeria’s floating slum (CNN.com)
A look inside Nigeria’s floating slum CNN.com, November 9, 2011 Osburn says that it’s a dangerous place to go without a trusted guide. “This is not a place to explore alone, however street savvy you are,” he said. CHECK OUT … Continue reading
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Tagged africa, cnn, cnn.com, makoko, Nigeria, Photography, poverty, shantytown, slums, street photography
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London is Your Oyster when You Know Your Transport Options (OneTravel)
London is Your Oyster when You Know Your Transport Options OneTravel, Nov 08, 2011 Using an Oyster Card is the fastest, most convenient and most cost effective way to pay for single journeys on London’s busses, DLR, trams, London Overground … Continue reading
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Tagged bus, busses, DLR, London, london underground, OneTravel, overground, oyster card, public transportation, TFL, thames clippers, THE NATIONAL GALLERY, the tube, trams, Travel
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London’s Marble Arch (OneTravel)
London’s Marble Arch OneTravel, Nov 04, 2011 The 269 feet tall Marble Arch is the impressive focal point of a large traffic island where three of London’s most iconic streets meet. READ MY COMPLETE POST: London’s Marble Arch
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Tagged edgware road, Hyde Park, hyde park corner, London, marble arch, mayfair, OneTravel, oxford street, park lane
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Street Market Focus: Broadway Market (CheapOair)
Street Market Focus: Broadway Market CheapOair, November 04, 2011 It’s hard to think of somewhere in London that’s more hip, happening and delicious than Broadway Market. There’s a great variety of vendors selling everything from German-style sausages to burgers right off the … Continue reading
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Tagged broadway market, cheapoair, hackney, London, street markets
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Understanding British Currency (CheapOair)
Understanding British Currency CheapOair, November 03, 2011 Your first flight to London and the United Kingdom means you need to do some planning, it’s a really good idea to take a moment before you go to get familiar with the local currency … Continue reading
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Paddington Bear at London’s Paddington Station (OneTravel)
Paddington Bear at London’s Paddington Station OneTravel, Nov 01, 2011 Of course, the most logical place to look for London’s most beloved bear would be at Paddington Station, where the famous children’s book character was originally discovered with a note … Continue reading
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Tagged children's books, London, OneTravel, paddington bear, paddington station, Shopping, souvenirs, toys
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2012 Michelin Stars Shine in London (CheapOair)
2012 Michelin Stars Shine in London CheapOair, October 28, 2011 The London fine dining scene looks set for a particularly stellar 2012 with its restaurants racking up an impressive 66 stars among 55 eateries with Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester … Continue reading
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Tagged 2012 michelin stars, cheapoair, fine dining, London, michelin stars, restaurants
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London’s Spookiest Pubs (OneTravel)
London’s Spookiest Pubs OneTravel, Oct 28, 2011 Passengers arriving on flights to London around Halloween have a plethora of options for sharing drinks in the company of other-wordly figures. Here’s a list of a few particularly eerie spots that for … Continue reading
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Tagged drinking, halloween, haunted, intrepid fox, London, OneTravel, pubs, ten bells, the grenadier, the rising sun
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And the Best Pizza in London is … (CheapOair)
And the Best Pizza in London is … CheapOair, October 27, 2011 Whether for adhering to authentic Neapolitan pizza procedure or simply because they offer exceptionally good value for yumminess, here’s a roundup of some of London’s more worthwhile pizzerias for you … Continue reading
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Tagged best pizza in london, cheapoair, London, neapolitan, pizza, pizza al metro, pizzerias
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Haunted and Historic Berkeley Square in London (OneTravel)
Haunted and Historic Berkeley Square in London OneTravel, Oct 26, 2011 With its heart of Mayfair location and its historic and popularized position as the essence of London grandeur, Berkeley Square is a fascinating piece of real estate. From British … Continue reading
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Street Market Focus: London’s Borough Market (OneTravel)
Street Market Focus: London’s Borough Market OneTravel, Oct 21, 2011 It’s a very good idea to come hungry as a trip to Borough Market is an opportunity to try a wide range of treats. Strong contenders for the best raclette, … Continue reading
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Tagged borough, borough market, London, OneTravel, southwark, street markets
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Samuel Smith Pubs Offer Great Value in Beautiful Settings (CheapOair)
Samuel Smith Pubs Offer Great Value in Beautiful Settings CheapOair, October 21, 2011 Some of London’s most traditional, beautiful and oldest pubs just happen to also be some of the cheapest and most conveniently located. It’s true. Samuel Smith, a … Continue reading
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Tagged ale, beer, cheapoair, drinking, London, pubs, sam smiths, samuel smith brewery, samuel smith pubs
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London’s Nunhead Cemetery (OneTravel)
London’s Nunhead Cemetery OneTravel, Oct 20, 2011 Dappled sunlight, ancient graves, scenic views over London, Nunhead Cemetery is a brilliant place to let out your inner goth while still soaking up some rays in a historic setting. READ MY COMPLETE POST: London’s … Continue reading
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Tagged cemetery, graveyard, London, magnificent seven, nature reserve, nunhead, nunhead cemetery, OneTravel
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Perfectly Grilled Meat and More at Argentine Steakhouse A La Cruz (CheapOair)
Perfectly Grilled Meat and More at Argentine Steakhouse A La Cruz CheapOair, October 20, 2011 Being situated in the villagey neighbourhood of Clerkenwell – home to some of London’s oldest and most celebrated pubs, a few nearby Michelin starred and … Continue reading
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Tagged A LA CRUZ, ARGENTINE STEAK, ASADOR, cheapoair, Clerkenwell, EC1, Exmouth Market, lamb, London, MALBEC, steak, steakhouse, Travel, wine
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Street Market Focus: Chatsworth Road Market (CheapOair)
Street Market Focus: Chatsworth Road Market CheapOair, October 14, 2011 For a total East End immersion deep in the depths of the ever up and coming London borough of Hackney, it would be wise to consider going for a ramble round Chatsworth … Continue reading
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Tagged chatsworth road, chatsworth road market, cheapoair, clapton, E5, east end, east london, food market, hackney, homerton, kim chi clut, London, street food, street market
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Nelson ‘N’ Deck London-Themed Children’s Books (OneTravel)
Nelson ‘N’ Deck London-Themed Children’s Books OneTravel, Oct 14, 2011 Planning a visit to London with your kids and have hopes of teaching them a little about the place before the trip begins? Or maybe you’re looking for something “on topic” for them … Continue reading
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Tagged children's books, London, london travel, nelson-n-deck, reading
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In and Around the British Museum (CheapOair)
In and Around the British Museum CheapOair, October 13, 2011 One may be able to spend hours, days or even a lifetime discovering the wonders of the world that British Museum holds. But at some point during your visit, you’re … Continue reading
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Tagged bloomsbury, british museum, cheapoair, London, museum
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London’s Frieze Art Fair 2011 (OneTravel)
London’s Frieze Art Fair 2011 OneTravel, Oct 11, 2011 A must see event for anyone interested in finding out what’s what and what’s to be in contemporary art, Frieze Art Fair is one of the world’s biggest and most influential … Continue reading
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Tagged Art, art fair, frieze, frieze art fair, galleries, London, OneTravel, regent's park
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Good Stuff
Remember my last “Good Stuff” post? That was published just over a month ago. Lots more stuff’s been happening since then. And the wonderful thing is that most that stuff’s been good stuff. So, as with that last post back … Continue reading
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Posted in Drink, England, Food, Good Stuff, London, Restaurants, Travel, Wine
Tagged A LA CRUZ, Anteprima, ARGENTINE STEAK, ASADOR, berheim wheat whiskey, Berry Bros & Rudd, bianco basilicata, carbone, DELFINA, drag racing, fiano, good stuff, lagavulin, NATURAL WINE, pedro almodovar, piquentum terre 9, santa pod, the skin i live in, whiskey, whisky, WHISKY EXCHANGE, WHISKY SHOW, wine tasting, wines of croatia
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What’s in a Postcode? (CheapOair)
What’s in a Postcode? CheapOair, October 07, 2011 Soon into conducting the research for any British vacation after booking London flights, you’ll most certainly come across the UK’s strange letter-number combinations attached to the end of many street addresses. EC1, SW7, … Continue reading
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Chocolate Week Returns to London (OneTravel)
Chocolate Week Returns to London OneTravel, Oct 06, 2011 Voted the UK’s favourite themed week (and with good reason!), the beloved and yummy Chocolate Week returns for another decadently delicious seven days dedicated to all things chocolate. READ MY COMPLETE … Continue reading
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Tagged chocolate, chocolate unwrapped, chocolate week, chocolatiers, england, London, OneTravel, UK
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Mercedes-Benz World (CheapOair)
Mercedes-Benz World CheapOair, October 06, 2011 Crazy about cars? Keen to connect with your inner race car driver? Or maybe you’re in need of a safe outlet to let loose some pent up road rage? Whether you simply hope to … Continue reading
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Tagged brooklands, cars, cheapoair, London, mercedes, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz World, racing, racing circuit, surrey, weymouth
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Overnight London-Edinburgh on the Caledonian Sleeper (OneTravel)
Overnight London-Edinburgh on the Caledonian Sleeper OneTravel, Oct 04, 2011 If you’re hoping to experience the bright lights and big city sights of both London and Edinburgh (as indeed you should!) during your upcoming vacation in Great Britain, and you’d like to maximize your … Continue reading
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The Honours, Martin Wishart’s Edinburgh Brasserie (Great British Chefs)
The Honours, Martin Wishart’s Edinburgh Brasserie Great British Chefs, 3 October 2011 Edinburgh. It’s as delicious a destination as any you’ll find. With five Michelin Starred restaurants and an increasingly aware and sophisticated foodie scene continuing to grow, Edinburgh offers … Continue reading
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Tagged BRASSERIE, edinburgh, GREAT BRITISH CHEFS, martin wishart, michelin stars, restaurant review, restaurants, scotland, the honours
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