London is the European Union’s biggest city, and it’s hard to escape that fact when the sun finally bursts through its usually leaden skies – the millions who sit in their flats burst out onto the streets. But there’s no need to get overwhelmed and hastily skedaddle for Brighton – this is a great summer […]

This year’s Wimbledon Championship is already looking exciting, with Andy Murray safely through to the second round of the men’s competition (although you can’t say the same for the majority of the other British players unfortunately). If you want to go along to see the tennis for yourself, you should probably know that the process […]

When I moved to London twenty four years ago, Kings Cross was not what it is now – run-down and seedy in lots of ways, the only positive aspect of the area was its edgy club scene that made its home in some of the old warehouses behind the station off York Way.   Somehow […]

There are many reasons why you may want to consider cycling more rather than having to rely on public transport or even drive. When you cycle, you can help to do your bit for the environment by aiding the reduction of emissions and pollution. In addition, cycling is a great way to keep fit and […]

London’s crowded and cramped streets mean that a large saloon can become a major headache in the city. Here is our list of top five compact cars that will allow you to negotiate the back streets and squeeze into small parking spots: Fiat Panda The Fiat Panda is an ideal city car. Although its size […]

From today there’s a new way for visitors to experience the capital – aboard The London Helicopter. Flying from the Barclays London Heliport in Battersea, the service will provide regular sight-seeing flights over central London at a height of just over 1,000 feet (which means that you can wave to the people visiting the Shard […]

If you’re visiting London for a few days, an alternative way to see the city is to organise your trips around the Overground and DLR networks, instead of the tube. You’ll find some wonderful London deals in and around the popular destinations that the London Overground and DLR serve, from restaurants to full blown experience packages. […]