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Moving to London From USA

Friday June 1st, 2012

Exciting and the adventure of a lifetime, but stress free smooth moving to London from the USA can only be achieved with a lot of help and some organization at home. Part of the your move, and arguably one of the most important parts of moving to London from the USA will be the packing and storage before you leave your home town. Packing for an international move is a lot more complicated than a local one. You need to be fairly organized to make sure that when you’re unpacking in your new rental that you’re able to settle in as fast as possible.

Moving to London From The USA Tips

  • The Go-To Box: This is a box that contains essential items that you’ll need immediately after moving to London from the USA. A first aid kit, some snacks from home, toiletries and other items that you may want right away. I always like to include fresh, clean linen right at the top of my Go-To Box. The first thing that I do when settling into a new home is to make the bed! That way, even if you’re not finished unpacking at the end of a long day, you can slip into bed without having to hunt through your boxes to find clean sheets.
  • Pack Wise: Don’t overload your boxes for transport. It might be fine when the moving company is in charge of them, but when you have to carrythem up three flights of stairs to your new London apartment, you’ll appreciate the value of packing light. If you do have to pack really heavy items then pack them in smaller boxes to try and distribute the weight.
  • Use your linen and towels to wrap breakables: You’re packing two things at once that way. Use large containers such as pots to put smaller items in, it saves space and money when you’re paying by the box when moving to London from the USA. Remember to check if your electronic appliances will work when you are living in London. Getting conversions done is expensive and a waste of time. If it won’t work, leave it behind.
  • Label ALL of your boxes according to what room they need to go into. If you have time to list all of the contents, do it on a separate spread sheet and categorize your boxes by number as well.

After Moving to London From the USA

Don’t try to do everything in one day when you’re trying to get settled in after moving to London from the USA. Take frequent breaks and spend some time in your new neighborhood. You’ll be stuck into the daily grind of work and travel soon enough when you’re living in London.

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London Relocation Guide – Save Money On Food

Friday April 20th, 2012

A London relocation guide will offer you tips and advice on what to expect when moving to the city of London. There will be many differences associated with overseas relocation, due to laws and culture contrasting to other countries like America, Australia and Ireland. Because of this, it is worth getting all of the information you can obtain prior to moving so that you are not faced with unforeseen events or a lack of money. Something you should pay attention to when relocating is the money you spend on food. Learning how to preserve funds will assist you in affording other things, like transport, bills and rent.

Grow Your Own Fruit & Vegetables

Many people are now opting to grow their own fruit and vegetables, which is a recommended tip from a London relocation guide. If you get help from a relocation agent to find a new home in the city with a garden, you can make use of this space to grow things like potatoes, carrots, beetroot, strawberries, oranges, rhubarb and much more. Not only is this worthwhile to prevent you stocking up in the shops, but you can sell the fruit and vegetables too. Stalls and markets in Camden and other parts of the city are the perfect destinations to market your home-grown foods, which could earn you some additional income.

Use Voucher Sites & Shop Online

A London relocation guide will tell you just how worthwhile the internet is becoming. Voucher websites now enable people from all cities and countries to find deals in their local area. There are coupons and discounts on foods from a multitude of companies and often, if you spend £50 or more, you can get £5 off your total amount. These little changes could save you mounds of money. Alternatively, think about shopping online for the best bargains. It can be hard to find cheap foods and reduced price items when shopping in the supermarket, so take your time online to seek out good deals.

Eat In As Much As Possible

A fault that many people make when moving to London is eating out, but a London relocation guide can make you understand how expensive this will be. It is a good idea to eat out now and again for special occasions or events, but when you do this on a frequent basis; your bank account will drain. A London relocation guide can display how you could feed yourself for a week for as little as £15, while eating out every day of the week could set you back more than £100.

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Moving To London Accommodation Advice

Thursday April 19th, 2012

Thousands if not millions of graduates and families relocate to the UK annually and during this time they will be looking for moving to London advice based on accommodation. It is important to plan in advance when you are in this situation because you may otherwise delay your relocation, waste money or be left with nowhere to stay as soon as you arrive in the city. The culture shock entwined with the worry of not having a place to stay will be seriously daunting, so prepare well to avoid disappointment.

Relocation Agent

Relocation agents can offer moving to London advice and they will also help you to get a place to stay, sometimes within a day of you arriving on British grounds. While these people may charge an admin fee, you can guarantee that the cost will be worthwhile. This is because they can save you time and negotiate good deals on apartments and houses, whether you are looking to buy or rent. If you are relocating from America you will be pleased to find many American relocation agents in London, which will ease the process. You can even get help with language classes, jobs, deposits, bank documents, visas and much more when you hire a relocation agent.

Roommates

People who want moving to London advice will fail to ask themselves if they want a roommate in the city. Remember that this is worthwhile when traveling alone because you can split the cost of bills and living expenses, as well as make a friend when living in the city. Advertise online for roommates or seek out others who want a roommate so that you can organize a place to rent. If you want to find a roommate after landing in the United Kingdom, you should get some lodging or temporary accommodation until you find one that suits your requirements.

Where To Live

A final piece of moving to London advice for accommodation will be based on where you want to live. London is a big place, home to millions of people from different backgrounds and religions. Depending on where you will be commuting, working and how close you want to be to certain facilities including schools, shops and greenland spaces, you need to research. A relocation agent can give you the pros and cons of many neighborhoods and they can even advise you on the ideal destination that matches your budget. Be aware that some neighborhoods like Notting Hill may be more expensive when moving to London, advice making it important to choose where to live wisely.

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Living in London – You’re English now!

Wednesday June 15th, 2011

There are so many English traditions that are worth experiencing when you’re moving to London. From quaint affectations and mannerisms, to a completely different way of eating; delving into English traditions is going to be one of the more fun aspects of settling into your new London rental and life in London.

Learn the proper deployment of the word bollocks. It basically means ‘balls’ but to my ears, it sounds a lot more tasteful. Useful for many occasions, just don’t confuse it with ‘dogs bollocks’ which is ‘bollocks’’ complete opposite!

‘Going down the pub for a pint’. I’m almost certain that there can’t be anything more English than this and if you’re an American moving to London, it really won’t take you that long to adjust to this tradition. Ever gone to a bar for a beer after work? Pretty much the same thing, except in England they sometimes do it during working hours too! A measure of a pint is equivalent to 470 ml, just to make it easier for you to wrap your head around the concept of a pint. With regards to my earlier blog about English traditions, many pubs will even have Bangers and Mash on the menu, so you’ve got that as an option.

In a similar vein, back home in the States, we have the NFL, here we have the English Premier League.  That’s for football, i.e. soccer, but don’t call it soccer. Call it football. Every year, starting around the middle of August and going through to May of the next year, the nation’s top football teams compete for the honor of ending the season on top of the Premier League. We’re talking about Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal. It’s pretty much the most hotly contested sports competition in England, bar none. And if you’d like to get an idea of how big a deal the Premier League is, get a few tickets for the next match between Manchester United and Liverpool. Trust me, the level of rivalry between these two teams and the drama that each match promises won’t leave you bored.

Essentially, you could have yourself an extremely English day if you just did the three things I mentioned in this blog. Head down to the pub where you’ll get yourself a pint along with some bangers and mash, perhaps. Stay at the pub and watch the football there. Or go to the football with your mates, where you’ll shout “bollocks!” every time your team concedes a goal and describe your team’s performance as “complete bollocks” at the end (Alternatively, should your team win, you can describe them as the “dog’s bollocks”). And then you can go to pub again and drown your sorrows or celebrate your win with a pint.

You’re living in London. Act like it!

 

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Living in London – Smile for the Camera!

Tuesday June 14th, 2011

One of my favorite things about living in London is catching the city I live in on the telly. And I don’t just mean EastEnders (though that’s fun too). I mean watching a movie and suddenly seeing a part of the city you visit quite regularly. Like watching ‘Mission Impossible’ and spotting Bankside located nearby to London’s Southwark Bridge. Or an unnervingly empty and desolate Piccadilly Circus in ‘28 Days Later’. It can be loads of fun playing ‘spot-the-location’ while sitting on your couch watching movies or amongst an audience at the cinema. Here are some of my favorite examples of London in the movies.

28 Days Later – Like I said, hugely unnerving. The part where Cillian Murphy runs around the city looking for someone, anyone, and not finding a soul gave me shivers given how I much I take it for granted the huge crowds I see in the city.

Notting Hill – Obvious choice this but, given the millions of people that have been inspired by this film to visit and move, it has to come into this list. It really does help to show off the city. For any true Londoner, the last bit with them tearing through city, fighting traffic is both funny and thrilling.

The Bourne Ultimatum – it’s doubtful that anyone has gone sprinting around Waterloo station quite as frantically as Matt Damon does in this film, but for anyone who’s experienced the mad crush of people in one of the busiest train stations in the world, this is fantastically exciting.

Shaun of the Dead – A favourite for film buffs in general and not just Londoners. North Londoners will probably spot Crouch End, Muswell Hill and Finsbury Park in the background.

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince – two words: Millennium Bridge.

I guess you could say that it’s not exactly a list of top class cinema (more crowd-pleasers, actually), but I think all these films help to show off the swinging city. There must be hundreds of films that could be added to this list, so maybe this blog needs a sequel. And who knows, spend enough time exploring, and you might spot yourself on the telly if you’re lucky.

 

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Living in London – Ghostly Goings On

Monday June 13th, 2011

You’re settled into your new London rental; done the tourist sights and now you may be looking for something a little different. As an American living in London, it may interest you to know that the city is almost two thousand years old. Scattered all over the city are many old buildings, many of which date back to the fifteenth century.

No, this isn’t another history lesson. Something far more enticing: ghosts.

London, you see, is as famous for its numerous haunted buildings as it is for being the home of the Royal Family and there are a number of tours for you to take that show off various haunted areas of London.

The Tower of London is a popular visit for ghost-fans, seeing as it was used as a prison and saw its fair share of executions (including beheadings). Henry VI is supposed to be one of the ghosts holding residence there and legend has it that his ghost supposedly appears as the clock nears midnight, walking back and forth till the clock hits twelve.

Another famous tale of the haunted Tower of London tells of Mr. Arthur Crick, a custody guard for the tower. Apparently, he decided to take a rest from his rounds and had just slipped his shoe off and sat down when he heard a voice behind him whispering, “There’s only you and I here.” To which Mr. Crick replied, “Just let me get this bloody shoe on and there only be you.”

Another of the Tower’s famous undead residents is the ghost of Anne Boleyn, former Queen of England and married to Henry VIII. When Henry grew tired of his wife, he ordered her beheaded and her remains were buried within the Tower’s grounds. Anne’s ghost is said to be seen roaming the grounds quite frequently, scaring the living daylights of anyone who crosses her path.

Over at Her Majesty’s Theatre in the West End, the ghost of the theatre’s former manager, Mr. John Buckstone, who passed away over one hundred years ago, still haunts the theatre, with his voice often being heard in the backstage dressing rooms.

So if you’ve just moved and you’ve got the nerve to try it, take up one of the Haunted Tours.

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Living in London – The Big Move or The Big Easy?

Monday June 13th, 2011

Moving to London can be, as with moving to any new city, a daunting task. There’s the excitement that comes with moving to somewhere new, looking ahead to meeting new people, broadening the ol’ horizons. But then there’s also the worry of finding a suitable place to stay, the worry that you’ll struggle to adapt to your new home, having to figure things out so that you can do something as basic as go to the shops to get milk and sugar once you have moved into your new London apartment.

As with anything that comes with this much worry, the very best thing you can do is formulate a plan of attack, preparing in advance for whatever may lay down the road. No doubt, you’ll miss a few things and something might still pop up to spite your careful planning, but it’ll be far better than if you hadn’t planned at all.

I’m not about lay out a plan of attack that will suit your situation, because everyone has their own particular worries and concerns. But I am going to list a general inventory of things that should concern anyone intending on moving to London (or any city for that matter).

Where you’ll be staying – London is divided into dozens of areas. Decide what kind of area you want to stay in and investigate what home would suit your situation best.

Transport – you’ll need to get around, whether by train, tram, bus or your own steam. If you’ve found a home that suits your needs, consider how you’ll be getting to and from wherever you’ll need to go.

Do you have kids? – It’s the kind of thing that can add umpteen complications to an already complicated situation. Kids have needs, school not the least of them. If you’ve found an area that you want to move to, do you know if they have schools that can offer your kids what they need.

That’s just three points, but I think it’s already clear at this stage the kind of planning that needs to be put into moving to London. It all starts with doing as much research as you can…

 

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Living In London and Private Medical Care

Sunday June 5th, 2011

If you’re feeling ill after your relocation you may want to consider the cost of living in London and private medical care. Harley Street is found just west of London in the borough of Westminster. It is one of the many streets in London where the industry all revolves around a specific subject. The largest concentration of private doctors, medical specialists and surgeons is found in and around Harley Street. Today there are over 3000 healthcare professionals working in and around Harley Street and at the hospitals in the area.

Living In London and The Cost of Healthcare

This health care treatment comes at a cost and unless you have a good medical insurance scheme, then many of the consultation fees will seem exorbitant. It is however the home of some of the best specialists in London and England, and you can get an appointment through your local NHS doctor if you need specialist care.

Living in London – Medical Aid

While doctors may have been drawn to the area by the numbers of well to do homes and families living in the area it has become a centre of medical excellence and surgery in the heart of the busy city.

Private health care is extremely expensive in the United Kingdom and many people use the NHS provided by the government which is efficient and gives excellent health care. Bupa UK is one of the leading private health insurance companies and many people have a top-up scheme rather than full private health care.

Remember that private medical care does not automatically mean that it is better. For non-emergency care you’ll wait longer for an NHS appointment, but many of the top specialists are working in NHS hospitals. For emergency care, you won’t get any better facilities than the NHS hospitals, even if you do go private; there are often limits on the post operative treatment at private hospitals.

 

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Living In London – Music Melting Pot

Friday June 3rd, 2011

When you’re moving to a foreign country then the fastest way to get yourself a little culture is to dive into the local music scene. When you’re moving to London however, it’s a little different. Living in London is like living in a world in one city. There can’t be a music style or cultural mix more diverse than London has to offer. It has a style all of its own and yet you cannot categorize it as a style.

If you’re looking for a live music experience then you’re in for a treat. We have the widest range of clubs, bars and pubs offering live music in many different styles. Perhaps that is the defining aspect of culture. Everyone loves going to the pub for a good ‘knees-up’ and a party! Whenever it is time to get out of your new flat and experience London with your ears.

All of the international acts come here, so if you’re looking for big arena tours from massive musical celebrities then you’ve come to the right city. The 02 Arena and Wembley offer a home to the stadium performers and you’ll have to rush to get tickets for your favorite act or they will be sold out in minutes.

There are a number of smaller theatres and venues for a more intimate musical experience. But if you want to experience live music with a lot of soul then you have to hit the clubs and bars that specialize in delivering high quality music performances every night of the week.

Many bands and musicians start their careers in London and thousands of aspiring musicians hit the circuit in London every year to try and make it big. Who knows, this could be your chance to say you saw them BEFORE they hit the big time.

Living here is about wringing every last drop of adventure while you are here. You don’t have to stick to tourist attractions to get the most out of it. Explore your neighborhood, delve into your community and above all…Have some fun while you are around here!

 

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Living In London – Three (More) Reasons Why Living In London is Great!

Wednesday May 25th, 2011

London is at the center of everything that it important in England and Europe today. For work or play, this remains one of the premier cities in the world.

  1. Working in London: If you get the chance to work, you’ll be exposed to a different work culture and a slightly different way of doing business. If you’re an American you’ll be able to gain international experience and be able to do business with people from all over the world. Working in the UK is like being part of the world’s biggest business network. With so many foreigners living and working locally you’re going to develop friends and business relationships that will last forever.
  2. Transport: You don’t need to own or drive a car when because the public transport system is one of the best in the world. Even when it goes wrong, it is still great! If you want to get out of the city and explore the rest of the country then you can rent a car for the day or for a holiday. Remember that while you may be, you are an hour away from the rest of Europe. Fancy a jaunt to Paris for the weekend? Chill out in Amsterdam for a while? Anything is possible!
  3. Celebration Central: If you love to party then your will love it here.  There are hundreds of festivals and celebrations throughout the year. Even if you just go for a look, it’s always nice to see the locals turn out to play and celebrate their heritage and history, as well as a great party.

If you’re moving here, you’ll be moving to the one of the most spectacular cities in the world. Get ready for the adventure today!

 

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Living In London – Weekend Away

Saturday May 21st, 2011

 

The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street

A lonely spinster sitting in her parlor, embroidering handkerchiefs? One of the greatest institutions that the world has ever known? Who was ‘The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street’ and why you will need her when you are moving to London?

So much to learn when you’re living in London and part of your adventure will be to get out of your cozy London apartment and explore the city of London while learning as much as you can about the fascinating history of London and England.

The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street was born during the war, one of the many wars, between England and France. In 1694, King William III, went down to his counting house and discovered that he was running a little low on gold bars. With the war effort gobbling up so much money, and knowing that his cash card would be refused at the ATM, he approached two gentlemen, who agreed to lend the King some cash.

As you all know, even if you’re not a King, if you take out a loan, you will have to pay it back along with interest. The loan agreement with William was to be paid back by taxing the public on the alcohol they consumed as well as a shipping tax on businesses. The original interest rate was to be 8% which would be paid back, in effect, by the British people.

(I would not suggest using this example when you’re negotiating a mortgage on your new London flat!)

Out of this financial transaction, The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street was born. The transaction was the foundation for the Bank of England, and the moniker ‘The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street was given to the bank after a 1797 political cartoon by James Gilray which showed the Bank of England as a woman sitting on a chest of money. The Bank of England was the first private bank in the world and is still located on Threadneedle Street today.

While the imposing facade is definitely worth a look when you are living in London, it is well known that there is more of the Bank of England underground than at street level. Since 1973, the bank has employed a highly trained private security force, but until then it was guarded by the Brigade of Guards. Ever heard the expression, “It’s as safe as the Bank of England”? It refers to the absolute security of the bank throughout the years it has been in existence.

If you’re interested in money and the history of banking then you should visit the Bank of England Museum which is open on weekdays and offers a unique insight into the history of the bank as well as the history of money and especially the history of bank notes. The bank of England has always been the bank of the government of England and it is the lifeblood and the heart of the English banking system which has played such an important role in world banking.

My question still stands through…who was ‘the old lady of Threadneedle Street’?

Anecdotal evidence suggests that there was at least one ‘old lady’ who visited the bank on a daily basis to ask for her brother. She did this for over 25 years starting in the year 1811. Sarah Whitehead lost her mind after her brother Philip, a former employee of the bank, had been executed after being found guilty of fraud. After her death, she was interred in the churchyard which became the Bank Garden, and some say that her ghost can still be seen visiting the bank every day…

 

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Living In London – Make Time; Take Time Out – Relaxing Time

Friday May 20th, 2011

You’re happily settled and living in London, and you’ve managed to save yourself quite a bit of time by having your groceries delivered, paying your bills online and doing the crossword on your commute. There are other tips and tricks to saving time while you’re living here, so that you’re free to get out of your new rental and explore the city.

Saving Time & Money

  • TV Time: If you’re an American moving to London then you’ll probably be a little shocked at the small number of channels when compared with television in the states! If you want to save time you can record your favorite shows without having to sit through an entire show. Sky Plus is a new addition to the Sky television network and you can choose your favorite shows and record them all ready for a Saturday afternoon of dedicated television viewing.
  • Eat Out or Take Away: Keep your local restaurants on speed dial! You can order online or by phone if you fancy a take out for an evening. If you do feel like going out and painting the town red though, you must always book in advance. Most London restaurants are full each night and you can wait for ages to get a table or a seat at the bar if you have not made a reservation. If you’re treating out of town guests to a celeb chef restaurant then you should book months in advance to ensure that you get a table. The turnaround time for a reservation is about two months!

Living here will give you the opportunity to get out and explore the city. Start with your local neighborhood and then venture further afield as you get acquainted with your surroundings and your new life. The joy of living in London is the absolutely wide variety of choice that is on offer. You’ll never get tired of this fascinating, sometime frustrating, and overwhelmingly beautiful city.

 

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Living In London – Number 10 vs. The White House

Tuesday May 17th, 2011

If you’re living in London, then you’re also living at the heart of British politics and the seat of the government. While many people consider the Houses of Parliament and Buildings at Westminster to be the headquarters of the government in England, there is another address that is just as important and is well worth a sightseeing visit if you are moving to London.

Number 10 Downing Street is the home of the Prime Minister, much like The White House is the home of the President of America. The scale and size though is remarkably different. While you cannot take a tour of the interior of this most fabled and famed seat of power in the history of the world. You can take a fascinating online peak of what happens behind the unremarkable black door that leads straight onto Downing Street.

Not only is it the home to the Prime Minister of the day, it is also the very heart and inner sanctum of the government of the day. While they are in office, the Prime minister and his family live in a private London apartment on the second floor of the residence which led Margaret Thatcher to comment that it was a little like “Living above the shop”. The cabinet meets every Tuesday to discuss affairs of state in the Cabinet Room. Number 10 is able to handle functions of up to 65 people in the State Dining Room, and an invitation to dine at Number 10 is highly sought after.

Due to the heightened security of recent years, it is not possible to walk up to the door, but in a typical display of restraint and tact there are usually only two bobbies, or policemen on duty outside of the door to Number 10. There are more though, you just won’t ever be able to see them.

One would have expected that the leader of one of the world’s greatest nations would have something bigger, grander and more fitting, but one of the first things you’ll learn when you’re living in London is that tradition is one of the binding facets of English life.

 

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The London ‘Underground’ – The Hidden Treasure of London Part VI

Thursday May 12th, 2011

Shopping

If you’re moving to London, you’ll have to experience the majesty of Harrods, the pomp and tradition of Oxford street and Bond Street, and the fun of Hamley’s.  But for a truly unique shopping experience, you need to step out of your  flat and explore some of the more unusual shops and shopping experiences that this city has to offer.

Charity Shopping

This is one of the favorite pastimes of any well seasoned Londoner. Charity shops are found all over the city and they offer great bargains for a great cause. If you’re looking for designer cast-offs then head to the charity shops in places like Kensington and St. John’s Wood. Donating clothing to charity has become somewhat of an institution in England and you can find excellent clothing as well as other collectibles at various charity shops across the city. If you’re particularly good at charity shopping you can find some fascinating vintage clothing and designer items that will enhance your London wardrobe without breaking the bank.

Rare Books

There are a number of shops that handle rare and interesting books, and while you might not be in the market for a signed first edition of an antique book, you can often find some rare bargains and interesting reads. Maggs Bros Rare Books has been in existence since 1853 and handles the rarest of books and fine literature. Just browsing through the book dealers of London in other areas you can find a selection of books that range from the sublime to the ‘cor blimey!

Bespoke Tailoring

If you’re here then you have to treat yourself to a tailored suit from one of the master tailors on Jermyn Street. If you don’t want to drop you cash on an entire suit, then take a look at the tailored shirts at Turnbull and Asser. It’s the height of men’s fashion and all the shirts and ties are manufactured using quality cloth and the utmost attention to detail.

Living in London is about appreciating the finer things as well as the smaller things in life. In this bustling modern city, you can still find tradition and excellence on every street.

 

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Living In London – The London ‘Underground’ – The Hidden Treasure of London

Wednesday May 11th, 2011

Living In London – The London ‘Underground’ – The Hidden Treasure of London

Living In London – The London ‘Underground’ – The Hidden Treasure of London- Image via Wikipedia

Once you’re living in London, you’ll want to get out of your new London apartment and start exploring the city as a native, not a newbie. When you’ve done all of the big tourist attractions you have to start exploring the hidden facets of fascination that this city has to offer. London has a history that reaches back over 2000 years and the history is plainly written on the cityscape if you know where to look.

This series of articles looks at the hidden side of London; the ‘underground’ not only being a reference to the transport system. If you’re looking for interesting things to do, see and experience then the secret side of London is available to you because you’re now a Londoner. That makes you part of the club and knowing where to go as a Londoner is one of the best parts of living in London.

Each neighborhood in London is a secret treasure trove interesting sites, restaurants, theatres and other quirky attractions. While London is a thoroughly modern city, its history has played an important part in shaping and guiding the city through the ages. From the mighty River Thames that is much a part of London history as any other building or museum, to the parks and architecture that give London its iconic postcard status.

You don’t have to stick to the tourist tracks; much of London’s treasure is in the hidden statues and historical landmarks that are not marked on the maps. The same goes for shops, restaurants and the best eateries in London. It’s not a secret club, but you do have to be living in London to experience the best parts of the city. If you’re an American moving to London, you need to explore your new city like a Londoner to take advantage of what she has to offer. Don’t stick to expat enclaves, get out there and discover the heart of the hidden treasure of London.

 

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