Category Archives: .LONDON

LON: No-Jetlag Day!

First day in the first city of our itinerary is the timezone switch. That means be curious, discover, explore, play, walk… everything but sleep! Here we go from Heathrow to Nell Gwynn House by tube, that’s easy with two (not … Continue reading

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TRIP: 2015.06-07.LON.RO.GR

The day is, or rather was as I jot down these notes, June 14, 2015. school activities… done packing… check itinerary… packed Time to fly!

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PICTURE BOOK: A Walk in London

A Walk in London by Salvatore Rubbino A wide-eyed girl and her mother explore London’s busy streets and towering views in this child-friendly tribute to an incomparable city. London – the perfect place for a girl and her mother to … Continue reading

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LONDON: Visitor Oyster Card

Ordered our Visitor Oyster cards today. We still have to validate the kid card at Heathrow, but looks like it can be used on the River Bus too! A Visitor Oyster card is a quick and easy way to pay … Continue reading

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LONDON: Board Game

The classic race through London’s Underground. Be the first commuter to travel to each of your landmarks. Visit London’s landmarks. Watch out for station closures and hazards. 2 to 6 players.

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CITY COLORING: Pictura

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LONDON: Belgo!

The London Magazine’s what, where and why guide | Belgo Back in time … and London: A Sunny Day in London, Belgo! 🙂

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FILM: A More or Less French Weekend

Congratulations to the Winners of the Children’s Choice Awards for 2012! La Luna, by Enrico Casarosa, 7 mins, USA, 2011 Picture This, by Bobby Heaney, 15 mins, South Africa. Mobile, by Verena Fels, 6 mins, Germany, 2010 Bottle, by Kirsten … Continue reading

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From London to Middle East

Our third and last day in London, still cloudy with rain forecast. To much of my dismay we decided to not take chances up in the air at Kew Gardens, and try a mix of My Fair Lady with Middle … Continue reading

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Jewellery Museum: It’s My Day!

It’s Monday, not a sun day anymore. But that’s fine in London where there are so many museums for kids! Ah, and to make it sweet for families, most of London museums are still free. It’s pretty early for us … Continue reading

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