Author: Rita M
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Why Solo Travel Could Be the Best Gift You Give Yourself?
Once, Freya Stark said- “To awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the most pleasant sensations in the world.” This fearless British-Italian explorer and travel writer was so keen on traveling…and I bet she went on many of her trips alone. Look what travelling did for her …she lived a 100 years…
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Top 5 Must-Try Foods in London & some more
Have you ever fallen in love with a city through its food? Go on, think about it. Was it Paris for its croissant? Or Tokyo for its ramen bowl? Or a plate of pasta in Rome so good it made you consider staying… forever? I haven’t ever seen anyone thinking about London in such a…
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The Untold Natural History Museum London: Behind the Fossils
If you ever got the chance, would you spend a night at the Natural History Museum? Well, I wouldn’t. And trust me… it’s not because of the dinosaurs. Now, most of London’s museums close their grand doors by early evening. But, I think the Natural History Museum does it out of necessity. To keep the…
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Natural History Museum London- Where World Hides Its Oldest Secrets
Ever come face to face with something so massive it makes you appreciate the tiny ant? Or stood before an object older than Earth itself? In London, that’s not just possible—it’s waiting for you. Welcome to the Natural History Museum. Here, one moment you’re face-to-face with a dinosaur frozen in time, the next you’re craning…
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Everything you need to know about south bank walk london
How boring do you think the South Bank walk is? Well, I get it. It can feel a bit dull on gloomy, grey days. But have you ever seen South Bank on a bright, sunny afternoon? Trust me, you don’t want to miss that. I know many dismiss the South Bank walk as just a…
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Travel hacks on how to get over jet lag fast
How do you feel when you find yourself wide awake at 3 AM on your much-awaited holiday? I know, how it feels …. lying in bed, staring at the ceiling, desperately waiting for sleep to come. “Ah, Jet Lag” It’s the price we all pay for international travel….after every long-haul flight. And trust me, you…
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Poet’s Corner: Their final chapter in Westminster Abbey
Is Westminster Abbey just a church to you? Or simply a must-visit in London? Let me tell you, it’s far more than that. Apart from being one of the most famous and historically significant churches in England, this thousand-year-old abbey is a perfect blend of history and mystery. It’s where Queen Victoria’s coronation took place,…
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National Gallery London: A journey beyond paintings
Is visiting Trafalgar Square on your itinerary? If yes, then add another…it’s situated right on the north side of this square…Any idea what it is? Yes, it’s the National Gallery London. I know, many would think …” Oh, just another art gallery”. But let me ask you…How many art galleries in the world house the…
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Paddington: A bear that stole London’s heart
“Please take care of this bear. Thank you.” Do you remember seeing this anywhere? I bet you have seen it on a tag while passing through some souvenir store in London, especially in Paddington. Yes, this tag is often found around the neck of Paddington Bear soft toys. And to know more about this little…
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Paddington: From sleepy village to the connecting hub of London
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the name Paddington? I bet it’s the little bear from Peru with a duffle coat, a battered suitcase, and an insatiable love for marmalade sandwiches. But long before Michael Bond introduced the world to Paddington Bear in 1958, this corner of London was already…