London

While the Grandma’s were staying with us in Germany, PJ and I got to visit London for 4 nights. Neither of us had ever been. It was somewhere we knew we wanted to visit eventually, but when the opportunity came up to go somewhere sans kids, we knew London would be great. We Loved It! There was so much to see and do. Who knew that High Tea would be so fun?
We stayed in a B and B in Belgravia, a nice neighborhood near the Victoria Train Station. The owner was a very annoying loud Brit who had much to say about politics, the U.S. military (which he knew nothing about), and the scene. While engaging, and friendly, we wouldn’t necessarily go back to Simon’s place.
Other than that our stay was full of fun. We had great seats for Les Misérables one night. Another night we had standing tickets at the Shakespeare’s Globe Theater and saw Romeo and Juliet. We were right in front of the stage! Not bad for $10 seats. I highly recommend that experience.
Some of the restaurants were great, including one called St. John’s in the meat packing district. What a novelty to have a quiet meal without kids!!
Some of the most fun we had were at the different pubs at night. We went to an old Victorian pub called Princess Louise. It was gorgeous! Others in our neighborhood were lively and fun.
Other memorable London sites were the Hop-on, Hop-off bus, totally touristy but great, and the incredible St. Paul’s church, Westminster Abbey, National Gallery museum, and the Tower of London. Loved it all. And can’t wait to go back, next time with our Monkey’s.

Construction guy from view of our Hop-On bus

Us on the Hop-on, Hop-off bus.

St. Paul's

Hanging out in the Italy sector of Vinopolis. Fun tasting wines from all over the world. And in English!!

Trafalgar Square- I am always looking for things to climb on for photo ops. Several young tourists followed my lead. Then the cops came. Fortunately I was already off the lion.

St. Paul's

Westminster Abbey

High Tea. We always try to blend in like the locals.

Tea was fun for me.

Which to choose? They were all so good.

Our funny Beefeater guide at the Tower of London.

My favorite landmark, the Tower Bridge.

I love my husband. He is such a good sport while I try and expose correctly with the tricky light. You should see the other 10 expressions he made. Classic.