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Arundel Castle on the Hottest Day in October
Last Saturday was not only the hottest day ever recorded in October, but it was also the third warmest day of the year. In fact, we had a nice stretch of uninterrupted sunshine…
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Historic York
Continuing on our series of day trips from London, last Saturday Kenz and I went up to the historic city of York compliments of our friend Reed. Last year, on the last leg…
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Stratford upon Avon: Birthplace of Shakespeare
Having recently attended the critically acclaimed show of Richard III at the Old Vic Theatre featuring Kevin Spacey, we thought it would be most appropriate to pay homage to the birthplace of William…
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Robin Hood and His Merry Men: Stag Weekend in Nottingham
The Great British Stag Party, a time honored and cherished pre-wedding tradition to celebrate what we in the US would refer to as the bachelor party. After having witnessed dozens of these all…
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West Sussex Wine Trail
Some time ago, my friend asked if we would like to join her for a hike and wine-tasting in West Sussex County, about 45 miles south of London. English wines, I asked? Apparently…
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A Day Out in Cambridge
Last weekend Kenz and I, along with a friend, took a day trip to explore Cambridge. I hate to admit after living in the U.K. for over two years now, none of us…
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Day at Dover Castle
Last week Kenz’s Dad was in town from California for a 6 day visit. His Dad originally booked tickets to visit London with Kenz’s Mum back in April, but his plans foiled as…
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Brighton Redux
We’ve been having amazing spring weather the past two weekends! Londoners have come out of their winter hibernation, shedding layers, sporting new macintosh jackets (no, not the computers, but the classic trench coat),…
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Day Trip to Bath
The last time I flew out of LHR T5 was over spring break on my way back to Berkeley in April. British Airways kindly upgraded me to business class! Yes, please — thank…
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Sunday Afternoon at Windsor Castle
Our couple friends from San Francisco came to visit us for a week! On their agenda included: catching up with their married friends ie) Lily and Kenz, Oasis concert at Wembley x 3…
