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One for your London summer. 🎬🌇 If you’re One for your London summer. 🎬🌇 If you’re looking for something a little different to do on a warm evening in London, this one’s well worth adding to your list. Grab a cocktail, tuck into a pizza, watch the sun set over London’s skyline, then settle in for a movie—all in one place. I’ve also rounded up even more of my favourite things to do in London this summer (and year-round) over on the blog if you’re planning a trip. Practical Bits: 📍 Rooftop Film Club, Bussey Building, Peckham 🚆 3-minute walk from Peckham Rye Station 💷 Tickets from £8 (comes with headphones) 🍕🍸 To eat/drink: Stone-baked pizza, cocktails & cinema snacks available 🌇 Tips: I’d get there 30–60 minutes early to enjoy the sunset views! 📌 SAVE for your summer list & Happy Londoning 🌞 Candace x — London summer • Rooftop Film Club • Peckham • London rooftop cinema • Things to do in London #LondonSummer #VisitLondon #ThingsToDoInLondon #Peckham #londonlife
Time for a summer day in Hampstead 🌞 Reminisci Time for a summer day in Hampstead 🌞 Reminiscing on days of being a local here, and all the incredible bits to get up to come summer time (although Hampstead in autumn is not to be beat!) From wandering along its High Streets, to local café brunches, Hampstead Heath walks and swims, stately home visits and drinks at one of London’s oldest pubs. Comment HEATH and I’ll send you my full guide to the best things to do in Hampstead year-round, including the best streets, viewpoints, museums, pubs, cafés and all the best places in the neighbourhood you shouldn’t miss. 🏡 Have you been to Hampstead in summer? Happy Londoning, Candace x — Hampstead London | Things to do in Hampstead | Hampstead Heath | London neighbourhood guide | London summer itinerary #Hampstead #HampsteadHeath #LondonGuide #ThingsToDoInLondon #londonsummer
There’s a place you can swim in London where no There’s a place you can swim in London where no men are allowed. 🏊🏽‍♀️🌿 and it’s called the Kenwood Ladies’ Pond! P.S. - It can feel a little intimidating before your first visit, so I’ve written a full guide with how to book, what to bring, how to get there and everything you need to know. Comment POND and I’ll send it straight to you! Kenwood Ladies’ Pond has been a women-only swimming space since 1926, and it’s honestly one of the most freeing places I’ve experienced in London. You can’t film inside, but I went for a swim, read in the meadow afterwards and loved every second. Have you heard of it or had a swim here yet? 📌 ADD to your London list! Happy Londoning, Candace x — #KenwoodLadiesPond #HampsteadHeath #HampsteadLondon #LondonSwimming #ThingsToDoInLondon Hampstead Heath, Kenwood Ladies’ Pond, London Hidden Gems, London Summer Things to Do, Things to Do London Summer
#ad How to Spend a Day at the @southbankcentre 🌞 If you’re looking for London summer plans, it’s time to head south of the river… Just a short walk from the London Eye, the Southbank Centre has SO much to get up to—from art, food and drinks to river views and free summer events, all in one place. SAVE this itinerary for your Southbank Centre day out 📌 🎨 Start by seeing mind-blowing exhibition works by Anish Kapoor at the Hayward Gallery 🌿 Wander through the Queen Elizabeth Hall Roof Garden, a local gem with fantastic views across the city 🍴 Munch and sip your way through the Southbank Centre’s many food markets, cafés and restaurants—not to mention tons of summer pop-ups — like Truffle Burger, which is delicious 🎶🎨 Browse free public art and jam out to live music at the Southbank Centre’s Riverside Sessions, with free events running throughout the summer on the outdoor Riverside Terrace 🥁 See Steel Scenes, running from 24–26 July for a weekend of steel pan music on the riverside, including plenty of free events 🍸 Enjoy sunset drinks at the Seventy5th Balcony Bar inside the Royal Festival Hall, with cocktails and panoramic views over the Thames and the central London skyline Practical Bits: 📍 Southbank Centre, South Bank 🚇 Near Waterloo, Embankment and Charing Cross stations Find out more on the Southbank Centre Summer Time page and save this for your London summer plans 📌 Have you been to the Southbank Centre before? Happy Londoning, Candace x — Southbank Centre, London Summer, Things to Do in London, South Bank London, London Eye Area, London Tourist Tips, London Summer Events, Hayward Gallery, Anish Kapoor London #southbankcentre #southbanklondon #londonsummer #thingstodoinlondon
Heidelberg had been in the back of my mind for yea Heidelberg had been in the back of my mind for years…I remember seeing a photo of the city in 2019, its castle overlooking the Old Town, the river and hordes of beautiful historic buildings, and immediately thinking, “I need to go there one day.” Little did I know that around seven years later, I’d finally visit with the very handy recommendations of a friend who’s lived and built a family in Heidelberg for years. From wandering through the Old Town and taking in the views from Heidelberg Castle to visiting neighbourhood farmers’ markets, strolls up to impossibly perfect castle views and stopping at some truly lovely local cafés, there’s so much to get up to here. Comment HALLO and I’ll send you my full Heidelberg guide, including: ✨ My complete three-day Heidelberg itinerary ✨ My favourite cafés, restaurants and local food spots ✨ How to get to Heidelberg from Frankfurt Airport ✨ The best viewpoints, walks and historic sights ✨ Extra museums and nearby day-trip ideas & everything you need to plan your own trip! Is Heidelberg on your list? Happy travels, Candace x — Heidelberg travel | Heidelberg itinerary | Things to do in Heidelberg | Germany city break | Heidelberg travel guide #Heidelberg #HeidelbergGermany #GermanyTravel #VisitGermany #EuropeanCityBreak
A week back from my trip to Heidelberg (and my sev A week back from my trip to Heidelberg (and my seventh or so trip to Germany) and I’m reminiscing on all the little bits I love about the country, including…how they handle bottles! Here’s how it works: ♻️ When you buy many bottled or canned drinks, you pay a small deposit called Pfand. ♻️ Once you’ve finished your drink, you keep the bottle or can rather than throwing it away ♻️ Then you take the bottle-return machine at the grocery store, pop it inside and receive a voucher. ♻️ The voucher can be used towards your shopping or exchanged at the till. You’ll also sometimes see people leave bottles neatly beside bins instead of throwing them inside, so someone else can collect and return them, so a small way for people to earn a little extra money too. Personally, I think it’s such a clever system, and one of my favourite things about travelling: noticing the small everyday quirks that make you think differently about how things are done back home. P.S. - My Heidelberg itinerary is coming out tomorrow too, so keep an eye out for that 🇩🇪 What’s a small thing you love about where you live or somewhere you’ve travelled? This is one of my top ones! Happy travels, Candace x — Pfand Germany, recycling in Germany, German supermarkets, Heidelberg travel, Germany travel tips, sustainable travel #GermanyTravel #HeidelbergGermany #GermanyTips #EuropeBlogger #europetravelblogger
ad @klook_usa I’ve had my fair share of afternoo ad @klook_usa I’ve had my fair share of afternoon teas in London, but having one while cruising past the city’s most iconic landmarks is especially lovely 🫖 This Thames Afternoon Tea Cruise on Klook is perfect for a different way to see London—whether you’re visiting the city, looking for date or birthday ideas, or simply a fun afternoon in the city. Over 90 minutes, you’ll tuck into savoury sandwiches, sweet scones (and pastries…) all while gliding past the London Eye, Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe and more, with live commentary along the way… The cruise departs from Tower Millennium Pier, and the panoramic windows mean you’ll still get gorgeous skyline views wherever you’re seated.🌞 all sent straight to your phone🤳🏽 Plus, you can save up to 40% on selected tours and attractions across Europe with Klook this summer too! Be sure to book this on Klook and save it for your next London day out. 📌 Would you do afternoon tea on the Thames? Happy travels, Candace x — London Afternoon Tea, Thames River Cruise, Afternoon Tea Cruise London, London Experiences #KlookPartner #KlookKreator #klooksummer #londonafternoontea
ad @klook_usa The best way to see London’s bigge ad @klook_usa The best way to see London’s biggest sights in one day—especially if it’s your first trip to the city 🇬🇧 London is huge, and trying to fit the classics into one day can quickly become a lot of route planning, ticket booking and wondering whether you’ve left enough time to get across the city... I’d book the London in One Day Tour on Klook to spend your day watching the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, going inside St Paul’s Cathedral, exploring the Tower of London and seeing the Crown Jewels—before finishing with a cruise along the Thames🚤 vs. spending hours on the planning & logistics… It’s a full day across London (so bring comfortable shoes and a portable charger), but such a fun way to see the city easily—with your tour sent straight to your phone too 🤳🏽 Plus, you can save up to 40% on selected tours and attractions across Europe with Klook this summer. Be sure to book this on Klook and save it for your first London trip. 📌 Let me know which of these London sights is on your bucket list! Happy travels, Candace x — London in One Day Tour, First Time in London, London Sightseeing Tour, London Travel Tips #KlookPartner #KlookKreator #klooksummer #londontravel
ad @klook_usa If you’re visiting London and want ad @klook_usa If you’re visiting London and want to see Stonehenge, I would not try to DIY this day without a car… Instead book a Stonehenge Day Tour from London on Klook ✨so you can turn Stonehenge into a proper England day trip—with Bath and optional Windsor included too.🇬🇧 Not to mention up to 40% off selected European tours this summer (including this one) to have the ultimate Euro summer in London and beyond 🌍 Have you been to Stonehenge? Happy travels, Candace x – Stonehenge from London, Stonehenge Day Trip, London Day Trip, Bath Day Trip, England Travel Tips
#Ad @lner x @visitabdn Let’s go on a weekend in #Ad @lner x @visitabdn Let’s go on a weekend in Aberdeen from London 🚄📌 SAVE for later! If you’re looking for a Scottish city break, it’s time to put Aberdeen on your list. A city that completely won me over, filled with centuries of history, set right on the charming North Sea, and full of local character. And the best part? You can get there nice and easy on an @lner train from King’s Cross to Aberdeen. A gorgeous train journey just over seven hours—with heaps of coastal views, countryside, city stops and plenty of time to read, work or simply stare out onto picturesque Scotland. 🏨 Where we stayed: @leonardohotelsukire, right beside Aberdeen station — ideal if you want somewhere easy, central and comfortable after the journey, with dinner, cocktails and breakfast. A few Aberdeen bits I loved: 🏛️ Old Aberdeen for history, university streets and St Machar’s Cathedral 🌿 Duthie Park’s David Welch Winter Gardens (one of Europe’s biggest winter gardens) 🌊 Aberdeen Beach and Footdee for the city’s beautiful coastal side 🦞 @thesilverdarlingrestaurant for an unreal Scottish seafood lunch by the harbour 🍸 @thetipplinghouse for independent cocktails 🎨 Art Gallery Café @castl.egallery for local art and coffee 🖼️ @abdnartmuseums for a free city-centre gallery stop 🎻 @tunnelsaberdeen for live music (this time we caught vibey fiddle band @astrobloc at the @northatlanticfiddleconvention) Before heading back on an LNER train 🚄 Would you do a weekend in Aberdeen? Happy travels, Candace x P.S. For more train trip ideas in the UK be sure to follow @lner and for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire trip ideas, follow @visitabdn 🇬🇧 — LNER, Aberdeen, Visit Aberdeen, London to Aberdeen, Aberdeen Weekend Guide, Aberdeen Things to Do, UK City Breaks, Scotland Travel #LNER #VisitABDN #Aberdeen Aberdeenshire ScotlandTravel
Just a charming 2-hour ride from London and you’ Just a charming 2-hour ride from London and you’ll find Whitstable—home to all the oysters you could possibly dream of, plenty of summer pubs, a modest castle with cream tea waiting for you and pretty much everything you could want from a British summer escape. Comment OYSTER for my full travel guide to use for your London to Whitstable day trip 🌞🐚 Would you do this day trip from London? Happy travels, Candace x — #whitstable #daytripsfromlondon Whitstable, Day Trips from London, UK Travel
East London was where my London life first began, East London was where my London life first began, so coming back always gives me a little wave of nostalgia for the younger (and potentially much cooler) version of me who lived here. If you end up East on a summer day, here’s how to spend it! 🚤 Hackney Wick — start with a waterside walk and stop at Barge East for a drink 🌿 Victoria Park — cross through the park and catch the Sunday food market if you can (otherwise walk a bit to the always on…) 📚 Broadway Market — browse the independent shops and bookshops, I really love the coffee from Climpson & Sons Café and The Broadway Bookshop here 🍛 Brick Lane — finish with curry and take your time choosing your winner… Fun fact: Because Brick Lane has its own little pre-dinner game: restaurants will start competing for your attention as you walk past. Hold out and the offers may move from 10% off to 20% off or even a free mango lassi…Hear them out, inspect the menus, then make your decision. Aladin was the winner for this night! Practical Bits: 🚇 You can Start at Hackney Wick and head home from Shoreditch High Street or Aldgate East. 📌 SAVE this for your East London day out! And let me know, when’s the last time you had a day out in East? Happy Londoning, Candace x — East London Day Out, East London Itinerary, Hackney Wick, Victoria Park Market, Brick Lane Curry #eastlondon #hackneywick #victoriapark #bricklane #happylondoning
#Ad @luxury.escapes Thailand is one of those desti #Ad @luxury.escapes Thailand is one of those destinations where you really don’t have to choose between city, culture and beach…you can have all three 🇹🇭 For a first trip, I’d combine: 📍Bangkok for temples, rooftop views and food 📍Chiang Mai for night markets, mountain temples and a slower pace 📍Krabi for limestone cliffs, island-hopping and beach days When you search ‘Thailand’ on @luxury.escapes you can get incredible deals for your next luxury trip (and I do mean incredible, there’s currently a three-night stay for two at the five-star Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort from £349, yes, really). Just search Thailand on Luxury Escapes and use code candacelondonblogger06 for 10% off any hotel, tour or experience booking! Which Thailand stop would you fancy most? Happy travels, Candace x 📌 Tip - For UK customers only, must book in the next 2 months x – Luxury Escapes, Thailand Travel, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi #luxuryescapes #thailandtravel #bangkok #chiangmai
How to do a holiday to Glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Writing you straight from Aberdeen and reminiscing on all my Scotland trips since moving to the UK a frighteningly quick 10 years ago. (Hack: if you need to escape London’s heatwaves, just go to Scotland.) If Aberdeen’s the Granite City, then Glasgow’s the cool one. Here’s some bits to get up to: P.S. — Comment GUIDE for my full Glasgow travel guide, including the hotel we stayed at, the best things to do for a weekend itinerary or a one-day itinerary if you’re short on time x ✨ Things to Do: 🎓 Wander around the University of Glasgow + gawk at Gothic architecture 🖼️ Visit the free Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum 🌿 Explore Glasgow Botanic Gardens and Kibble Palace ⛪ Visit Glasgow Cathedral and walk up through Glasgow Necropolis for the views 🎨 Wander Merchant City and follow Glasgow’s Mural Trail 🛍️ Browse the vintage stalls, local food and antiques at Barras Market 🎶 See what’s on at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut 🍴 Where to Eat & Drink: 🥃 Try haggis, neeps and tatties at The Piper Whisky Bar ☕ Stop for coffee or brunch at Wilson Street Pantry 🍕 Grab Napoli-style pizza at Nonna Said near Barras Market 🍺 Have a mini brewery crawl between Tennent’s and Drygate 🍛 Finish with dinner at Dishoom Glasgow—the Lamb Chettinad is glorious 📍My favourite pick: Seeing live music at King Tut’s, where Oasis were famously discovered and signed! Is a cool weekend in Glasgow on your list? Hopefully these photos tempt you… Happy travels, Candace x — Glasgow 2-Day Itinerary, Glasgow Weekend Trip, UK Travel Blogger, Glasgow Itinerary #glasgowtravel #glasgow2dayitinerary #glasgowtrip
Ad Work trip to London coming up? 📌 SAVE this f Ad Work trip to London coming up? 📌 SAVE this for some Londoning to do between meetings 🇬🇧 Spent the day with @getnavan Business Travel Show Europe, learning more about how its super simple AI-powered platform brings travel booking and expenses together all in one place. The booking vault (where you could win a fabulous suitcase and at another, a trip to Paris!) and minibar activations were a fun way to see the platform brought to life—but the biggest takeaway for me was how much easier business travel could feel when everything isn’t spread across different systems, especially as someone who travels for work all the time. Once the work part is finished, you can take up some of my London picks, like: 📍 Horizon 22 for free skyline views 📍 Duck & Waffle for lush afternoon tea 📍 La Plage du Pont for rooftop drinks by Tower Bridge Do you have a London work trip coming up? Let me know in the comments, and be sure to check out @getnavan before you do. ✈️ Happy travels, Candace x — #happylondoning #happytravels #worktriplondon #businesstravelshoweurope
Would you walk 12 hours across 33 bridges in Londo Would you walk 12 hours across 33 bridges in London? (🗺️ P.S. - Comment GUIDE and I’ll send you my full guide to doing the London Bridges Challenge for yourself, with a full walking route map, bridge list + café & pub recommendations on route). & yes for those wondering about the step count…a little over 52,000… It’s a full-day walking challenge, and the ultimate way to experience the capital from riverside to riverside. Would you do this walk? Happy Londoning, Candace x — London Bridges Challenge, London Walking Tours, London Walking Tour, London Walk, Self-Guided London Walking Tours #londonbridgeschallenge #londonwalks #londonwalkingstours
Comment TENNIS and I’ll send you my full Wimbled Comment TENNIS and I’ll send you my full Wimbledon guide—including how to get tickets, how The Queue works, what to pack, what to wear and how I’d plan your first day at The Championships. 🎾 Going to Wimbledon is one of those fabulous London summer experiences that really does live up to the hype. We got incredibly lucky with Centre Court tickets through the Public Ballot, brought our own picnic, wandered the grounds, watched some incredible tennis and of course, had plenty of Pimm’s and strawberries and cream… My full guide includes bits like: 🎟️ Every main way to get Wimbledon tickets ⛺ How The Queue works and whether it’s worth it 📱 What to download and bring with you 🧺 Picnic bits I’d pack & alcohol rules 👗 What to wear for Wimbledon 🚇 The best stations and how to get there 🎾 What to do once you’re inside the grounds 🏨 Where to stay nearby if you’re visiting London Comment TENNIS and I’ll send the full guide straight to your DMs. And SAVE this if Wimbledon’s on your London list this summer. 📌 Have you been to Wimbledon before—or is this year your first time? Happy Londoning, Candace x — Wimbledon Tips, Wimbledon Tickets, Wimbledon Queue, Wimbledon First-Timer Guide, Wimbledon London, London Summer, Things to Do in London #wimbledon #wimbledontennis #wimbledontips #londonsummer #londontravel
Comment ROYAL, and I’ll send you my full Windsor Comment ROYAL, and I’ll send you my full Windsor Castle guide—including how to get there from London, ticket advice, what to see inside, how long to spend and what else to do while you’re in Windsor. 🏰 I’ve visited plenty of castles since moving to England, but there’s something quite surreal about walking through one that’s nearly 1,000 years old and still used as a working royal residence today. Inside you’ll find the State Apartments, Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House and St George’s Chapel, where Queen Elizabeth II, Henry VIII and several other monarchs are buried. And because the castle is still used for State Visits, royal ceremonies and official events, it’s definitely somewhere to plan to visit vs. just rocking up! P.S. — I was graciously invited by the @royalcollectiontrust , which is why I was allowed to capture the interior clips you see in this video. Photography and filming aren’t normally permitted inside Windsor Castle. Would you add Windsor Castle to your England trip? Comment ROYAL for my full guide and SAVE this for later. 📌 Happy travels, Candace x — Windsor Castle, Windsor Castle Tips, Windsor Day Trip, Day Trips from London, England Travel, Royal Attractions, UK Castles #windsorcastle #windsor #daytripsfromlondon #uktravel #englandtravel
Underrated places in Europe I’ve loved recently Underrated places in Europe I’ve loved recently (because it’s not all about Paris and Santorini!)—with a few of my favourite things to do in each 📌 🇪🇸 GIJÓN, NORTHERN SPAIN Tucked in Northern Spain Gijón is a coastal city in Asturias, and such a good one if you want a totally different side of Spain from the usual Barcelona/Madrid/Andalusia route. Think city beaches, colourful old fishing-quarter streets, Roman ruins, Asturian cider culture and some of the freshest seafood I’ve had in Spain. My favourite things to do: 🌊 Walk along Playa de San Lorenzo 🏘️ Wander through Cimavilla, the old fishing quarter 🍽️ Go for dinner and cider at Tierra Astur 🌿 Head up to Cerro de Santa Catalina for views or Laboral City of Culture in Gijón for history 🦞 Have a seafood lunch if you can—Los Pisones was incredible 🇲🇹 MALTA Malta is a tiny island country in the Mediterranean between Sicily and North Africa, with layers of history from the Knights of St John to British rule, it’s so much more than just a beach trip. My favourite things to do: 👩🏽‍🍳 Take a Maltese cooking class with Pippa Mattei 🍷 Go wine tasting at Meridiana Wine Estate 🌅 Have dinner with Valletta views 🛥️ Take a boat trip to St Peter’s Pool 🏛️ Leave time for Valletta—it’s far too good to rush 🇬🇷 AEGINA, GREECE One of the Saronic Islands, just a ferry ride from Athens, and perfect if you want a short Greek island escape, with ancient ruins, a sweet little port town, seaside restaurants and glorious My favourite things to do: 🏘️ Wander Aegina Town 🏛️ Visit the Temple of Aphaia 🥜 Try all things pistachio 🍽️ Stay for a lush seafood lunch at AMMOS in the port town if you have time So, which would go for…a weekend in Northern Spain, cooking classes and a winery break in Malta or a sunny Greek island day trip? 📌 SAVE this for your next Europe trip! Happy travels, Candace x — Underrated Europe Trips, Europe Travel Ideas, Gijón Spain, Malta Weekend Trip, Aegina Greece, Athens Day Trips, Europe Hidden Gems, Europe Itinerary Ideas #europetravel #underratedeurope #gijonspain #m
ad @klook_uk One thing people get wrong about visi ad @klook_uk One thing people get wrong about visiting the Colosseum? It’s not just the Colosseum… This ticket on Klook also includes the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, so you can plan it as a full day in Ancient Rome! 🏛️with all your ticket details sorted before your trip. Use code CANDACEKLOOK for 10% off selected European tours and activities on Klook. 🌎 Is the Colosseum on your bucket list? Happy travels! Candace x – Colosseum, Colosseum Tips, Rome Tourist, Rome Tourist Tips, Rome Travel #Klook #Colosseum #RomeTravel #RomeTips #EuropeTravel
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