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London’s Borough Market is one of the most vibrant markets in the world. Acres of cheese, olive oil, wines, sauces, fruits and vegetables beckon you to taste and buy for your gastronomic delight. Toral Shah, owner of Urban Kitchen, conducts…
Continue readingJust a few short weeks ago, Boris Johnson (London’s Mayor) launched London’s Barclay Bike Hire. Even though there have been some “teething” problems, such as undocking problems, bike shortages, over-charged accounts. But, these glitches have not stopped the overwhelming response…
Continue readingThe United Kingdom will host the 2012 Olympic Games in precisely two years. In this time of austerity, the Olympic budget is a hearty £9.3 B ($14.4 billion USD), at least for the foreseeable future. What will this national investment…
Continue readingFrom Westminster pier, jump aboard a City Cruises boat (round-trip under £ 20 or $30) to the place where time begins, Greenwich. This hour long trip is fun regardless of sunshine or rain since a member of the boat’s crew…
Continue readingA few days after my arrival in London, I spotted my first elephant. Without hesitation, I gave it a big hug. The Walk London team (Ian P. Hardy, David Ingham and I) were strolling around Chelsea, getting a feel for…
Continue readingThe Suzy Guides Team was exploring Borough Market a few weeks ago when I spotted this guy who was the spittin’ image of Crocodile Dundee handing out fliers to Kayak on the River Thames. That was too much to resist! …
Continue readingYesterday the Suzy Guides Team (Ian P. Hardy, Annie Coburn and David Ingham) headed over to the Mall (near Buckingham Palace) to launch their musical careers. Annie’s singing career is doomed, I’m afraid! The team hopes you enjoy our fun.
Continue readingOne of the most breath-taking buildings in London is Somerset House. As you stand in the courtyard with the fountains dancing beside you, elegance envelopes you. What we know today as Somerset House began in 1549 as the project of…
Continue readingWimbledon Lawn Tennis Championship excitement begins the last week of June through the first week of July. If you want tickets, you need to plan ahead. For the 2011 Championships, obtain an application form, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope between…
Continue readingOn a recent Thames Kayaking trip, the Suzy Guides‘ team of David Ingham, Ian P. Hardy and Annie Coburn, stopped on the bank of the River Thames to have a picnic and rest after kayaking 4 miles down the River…
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