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London’s Annual Events and Festivals
There is so much for you to do and see in London. In addition to attractions and West End shows, you will find lively festivals and other scheduled events. If you have flexibility in determining your travel dates, please review a sample list of events below: In January, you will find the Russian Winter Festival. This festival celebrates Russia, but is perfect for individuals of all nationalities. In fact, it draws over 70,000 visitors each year. This free event is home to some of the best Russian influenced films, concerts, and food. Also, in the month of January, you will find the New Year’s Day Parade. This 2-mile parade is filled with thousands of participants, including the mayor. In February, you can join London as they celebrate the Chinese New Year. Occasionally this event will… Read more -
The Oxford Street Experience
Oxford Street, located in the City of Westminster, existed from Roman times until the 17th century primarily as a westwards route out of the City of London towards Oxford, hence its name. Today, Oxford Street is one of the busiest shopping districts and the world’s largest shopping street, having more than 300 shops that attract annually around 200 million of consumers. The development of Oxford Street as a prime shopping area began at the start of 20th century, when the first furnishing specialists, Waring & Gillow, opened its doors in 1906. In recent years, Oxford Street represents the heart of London’s West End shopping, running for approximately a mile and a half from Marble Arch at the north east corner of Hyde Park, through Oxford Circus to St Giles’ Circus, at the… Read more -
Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussaud’s is a waxworks museum located on Marylebone Road in the Regent’s Park neighborhood of London. It was opened in 1835. Madame Tussaud’s was setup by Marie Tussaud, hence the name. This museum has modernized with the times, but it has a great history behind it. Aside from creating the museum, she is most well-known for her own personal wax sculptures. Slated for execution during the French Revolution, it was Tussaud’s talent that kept her alive. Her life was spared and she began making death masks of those executed. Although she was unlikely to predict it at the time, her museum has since become one of London’s most well-known attractions. In fact, other branches have popped up around the world, including in Las Vegas. The wax sculptures at Madame Tussaud’s are… Read more -
Kensington Palace: A Visitor’s Guide
Kensington Palace in London is a working Royal residence. Of great historical importance, Kensington Palace was the favorite residence of successive sovereigns until 1760. It was also the birthplace and childhood home of Queen Victoria. Today Kensington Palace accommodates the offices and private apartments of a number of members of the Royal Family. Although managed by Historic Royal Palaces, the Palace is furnished with items from the Royal Collection. Today Kensington contains the offices and London residences of The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke and Duchess of Kent and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Princess Margaret, Diana, Princess of Wales and Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester used to live in Kensington Palace and have their offices there. Kensington Palace… Read more
