Tuesday, 10 January 2012

St Pancras Station: Don’t miss the train

This is the world famous station for art lovers. The architecture of the building is enough to make one spell bound. The Victorian Gothic architecture makes it one of the most amazing feats of architecture in the world. This particular building has formed a part of numerous films like the Harry Potter Series and The Ladykillers. If you really want to experience the reality of these movies then St Pancras station is a must visit for you.

A 9m tall bronze sculpture of an intimate pose by the world renowned sculptor Paul Day is something that will hold you in awe. Sir John Betjeman has been honored at this very place as he was the one who was responsible for saving this station from demolition in the 1960's. In a tribute to this famous poet and railway enthusiast an 8.5 ft tall sculpture has been installed to celebrate Sir John Betjeman and his poetry.

St Pancras station has undergone restoration and the famous St. Pancras Clock re constructed by the original makers Dent hangs high in the apex of the Barlow Shed thus giving befitting dignity to this place. Being a place where all such wonderful pieces of art the station set a perfect background for the kind of events that are organized here from time to time.

While vacationing in the UK London short-term rentals will makes it a point to guide you to the best places where your cravings for art or literature will be put to rest.

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Tuesday, 20 December 2011

Celebrity Sightseeing in London with London Vacation Rental

London has everything for a vacationer that he has imagined in life. Be it the meeting one of the favorite celebrities, shopping for a antiques, fishing far from civilization, getting the feel of urbane life blended with the Victorian Lifestyle London has it all. Choosing London vacation rentals as a travel partner in the endeavor of discovering London would be the best decision for any vacationer as they have the expertise and experience in leading their guests to the most exotic locations one has visited so far.

Getting the most panoramic view of London from Primose Hill is worth the sight as it keeps one mesmerized for years not only due to the view that it presents but also because of the noted celebrities that have made it as their abode. Among those living in Primose Hill are Academy Award winner Rachel Weisz, Supermodel Kate Moss and Agnes Deyn. Who would miss an opportunity to rub shoulders with these world famous celebrities who have made their mark felt in their respective fields. Apart from being home to some of the world famous celebrities this particular location has been captured on the silver screen in movies like V for Vendetta, Bridget Jones Diary, Breaking and Entering, and many more.

Vacationers need not be scouting for name plates outside magnificent homes of celebrities as guided tours are operated in this particular part of the city. Who knows you may spot one of your favorite celebrities in their abode. The tour's itinerary will include a visit to the famous Britpop pub where top names such as Pulp, Oasis, Blur and Amy Winehouse used to perform.

Primose hill has an array of museums and art houses where the art lover will find the fill for his intellectual mind. These museums and art houses show case the works of the Primrose Hill’s artists and residents’ works. To get a feeling of a local London day out one just needs to visit Primose hill that will take you through the little cup cake shop off of Princess Street to the Michelin starred deli and Famous gastro-pub.

Discover London with style so that you have the memories of London etched in your mind for a lifetime and every time you plan your vacations or someone seeks advice from you about a location for vacations London is your first priority. Planning and bonding with the best operators in terms of your travelling and accommodation needs will surely go a long way in keeping your vacations the most memorable one for you and your family.

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Thursday, 15 December 2011

Staying near Hype Park in a London Vacation Rental

London has almost everything for a vacationer. If someone is looking for nightlife its there, shopping needs are fulfilled ranging from antiques to the latest gizmos available in the world. If one is looking forward to have a calm and relaxed vacations away from the hustle and bustle of city life London vacation rentals is there to take care of your peaceful vacations. Choosing one of the London apartments or one of the London vacation rentals offered by London Hideaways will be the best decision to experience the best vacations of your life.

One of the best furnished vacation rentals named Churchill is located near London Hyde Park. This is one of the most popular vacation rentals offered by London Hideaways. The popularity of this property can be attributed to the fact that this is in the vicinity to Hyde Park.

London with a population of more than 10 million is a busy city. The green acres of Hyde Park are indeed a welcome respite in the buzz of the city. Hyde Park is well connected to the city with a tube station and bus services connecting this part of the city with almost all parts of London. It is bordered by Park Lane on the east side with Oxford Street the main Shopping center for London. Green Park; where Buckingham Palace is located is on the south end of Hyde park. One can reach Notting Hill and South Kensington within ten minutes on foot as they are located on the west side of Hype Park. Marylebone is on the North of this beautiful park.

Hyde Park in itself is a center of attraction for tourists and locales alike. With acres of greenery and a live band playing soothing music one will be enchanted with the beauty that nature has to offer in this Park. A lake in the midst of the park adds to its beauty. Hype Park is open from 5AM till midnight. Speakers Corner, Diana fountain are some of sites that one must visit while roaming in Hype Park.

While choosing a vacation rental in London the location near Hyde Park will be the best due to its vicinity to Hype park and its central location. Owing to a superb locale and the attractions within easy walking distance contribute to making your London holiday experience a great success.

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Tuesday, 6 December 2011

Hiring London vacation rental in Covent Garden

Living like a local while on a vacation will always be a life time experience especially in London. London Vacation Rentals provides a very unique opportunity to live like a local in any part of London and that too at a budget that will easily fit into ones budget. It’s the best opportunity to experience true London Life. Without an impressive budget you can’t think of renting an accommodation in central part of London West end. But with London vacation rentals Covent Garden one can easily get access to this central location at a throw away price when compared to a decent hotel in that area. The amenities provided in these vacation rentals give a true value for the money that one is spending on them.


London vacation rentals have gained popularity over the years due to the fact that they provide more space than the average hotel for a significantly low price. The amenities and facilities offered by these vacation rentals are far better than those provided in any average hotel. The comfort and space offered by these vacation rentals is unmatched in the travel industry. Kids need space and freedom especially while they are on vacation and this freedom is curtailed by any hotel lest their guests are disturbed due to the roaming of kids in the lobby or any other area of the hotel. A Vacation Rentals is thus the obvious choice for a family while vacationing in London with kids.

Living like a local has many perks in store especially in Covent Garden. One can walk out of the door every morning and enjoy Neal's Yard Market and have coffee at Vergnano which faces the trendy Soho. A book lover can browse the bookshops on Charring Cross Road. The National Portrait Gallery can be visited on foot along with Trafalgar Square. While in London don’t miss to watch a play at one of London's famous West End theater. One can easily walk home at night after witnessing a superb magical play and that too peacefully with no intruder to disturb your privacy.

Plan your trip carefully and source out furnished apartment rentals providers and choose the one you can trust apart from offering the best service. Check if their agents are competent enough to offer a full range of information not only about the amenities and facilities offered in the apartment but also about the other places of interest in the vicinity. These agents should have first hand information about the pubs, restaurants, shopping hubs and other hangouts.

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Monday, 28 November 2011

Living the spirit of London with London Vacation Rentals


In a quest to discover the true spirit of London one needs to visit one of West London's most famous areas Notting Hill and Portobello Road. Both these areas have been favorites with people who visit London and want to live the city in its spirit. London vacation rentals feels that its guests need to get the feel of the cosmopolitan and energetic feel of Portobello Road.

Portobello Street and the markets lined along with it come to life on weekends although it is open throughout the week but weekend is the best time to visit this particular street to get a feel of real London. This particular area of London is famous all across the world for its antiques market. This market is set at the top of Portobello Road. Apart from the antiques market there are fruit and vegetable stalls in the market, that trade throughout the week. These stalls selling fresh fruits and vegetables are located further north than the antiques. Unsuspecting tourist often miss out on this more affordable, more dynamic and colorful and perhaps even more local facet of Portobello Road as there are very few agencies and people who really know the worth of this place for a vacationer.

One can find musicians and young designers selling recycled clothing, jewelry, and fresh stylish home made clothing and new ideas for home decorations through numerous stalls that line the stretch along Portobello Road near Ladbroke Grove tube station. Small coffee shops and restaurants filled with locals and generally quiet on Fridays will give a taste of London's hospitality with mouth watering delicacies to vacationers who are lucky to visit this part of London. The food market is open throughout the week and doing brisk business everyday and peak business on weekends.

Exploring Notting Hill and Portobello can’t be accomplished in a single day. Notting Hill is home to the most creative people in London and one can notice Damon Albarn, Blur's frontman and even Ian Brown from The Stone Roses on the streets. Along with these celebrities Stella McCartney and Robbie Williams have also made this part of London their abode. Westbourne Grove is the place where you will find a lot of trendy-chic stores.

Notting Hill is lined with famous houses along with outstanding restaurants. Fan pubs, unknown museums and the nearby Holland Park are the factors that make this place worth visiting. London center is just 3 tube stops from this fantastic location. This is the most ideal location for a vacationer to stay especially in a London Apartment more affordable than a hotel and living in true spirit of this city.

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Sunday, 27 November 2011

London Short-Term Apartments amp; Vacation Rentals | Charmi

London Short-Term Apartments amp; Vacation Rentals | Charmi: London has always been the favorite destination for vacationers. With its rich architecture and a plethora of writers it has been the Mecca for people who love reading and themselves involve in the joys of writing.

Friday, 18 November 2011

Taking a walk while staying in a London apartments


London Hideaways does not only provide great London vacation rentalsand holiday apartments. It provides numerous tips and ideas on how to optimize your trip and make your visit to London one of a lifetime.

The management of London Hideaways, loves to provide their clients with great London outings ideas and unusual off the beaten path activities while exploring the city.

Take walking tours for example. London has a plethora of great walking tours and agencies. From the ever popular Jack the Ripper tour taking place in East London Whitechapel, to mysterious, spooky and haunting Ghostly walks, London walking tours have something for everyone. If you haven’t walked around London then surely you are missing something.

We have compiled a shortlist of tours we believe are truly great ways to discover London with new eyes. There are other ways to discover London other than solely via the tourist landmarks! London walking tours usually start in central locations so going to one of these from your London vacation rental is easy, fun and quick.

Popular in recent years, Harry Potter Walking tour is offered by London Walks: Step into the magical locations where Harry Potter was filmed. From Diagon alley to mythical platform mythical 9¾, the walk takes you on an amazing 2.5 hour tour filled with trivia questions and great photo opportunities.

Insider London is our favorite London walking tour agency. It offers some of the most unusual walking tour of the Capital. London Street Art Tours and Graffiti Tours lets you discover how London street art has evolved, from an early Banksy piece, to work from Shephard Fairey, Space Invader and Roa. Dropping into some of the best London street art galleries is also scheduled.

Another one of their tour is the Quirky London Tour. Weird London facts are offered to your ears amazement along with all kinds of bizarre London stories. Guides are funny and entertaining making the tour fascinating, humorous and unique. Londonders and visitors to London will have a new take on parts of London they thought they new well.

So whatever the way you decide to discover London, make it original an unusual. And what a better way to do so than by Slow Travel London style. Contact us to organise your london vacation rental and start planning your London trip today!

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