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Afternoon tea is one of my favourite little joys i Afternoon tea is one of my favourite little joys in life 🫖✨ (albeit the reality that the average Brit is absolutely not sitting down to finger sandwiches and a tiered cake stand every week). Still, there’s something so incredibly lovely about making an occasion of the tradition founded by 7th Duchess of Bedford simply from feeling hungry before lunch and dinner. The annual celebration has been running since 2010, with hotels and restaurants across the UK putting on special menus and afternoon tea experiences to celebrate. A few of my London favourites lately: 🌿 Templeton Garden — with seasonal pastries, finger sandwiches and warm scones overlooking their hidden garden 📍 1–15 Templeton Place, London SW5 9NB 👗 The Kensington — especially if you love fashion. They do lots inspired by the latest V&A exhibitions. 📍 109–113 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5LP 🥟 Dim Sum Library — if you want afternoon tea without the usual afternoon tea. Cue handmade dim sum, Chinese teas and more! 📍 136 Long Acre, London WC2E 9AD 🥐 Café François — a gorgeous French take beside Borough Market, with beautiful pâtisserie, French-inspired savouries and braided babka for scones. 📍 14–16 Stoney Street, London SE1 9AD 🌸 The Original Maids of Honour — one to save for after Kew Gardens. It’s wonderfully old-school, has been serving Kew for more than 150 years and, naturally, you have to try one of their famous Maids of Honour tarts… 📍 288 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 3DU Now the only afternoon tea question that really matters… Jam first or cream first? 🤔 Happy Londoning, Candace x — afternoon tea London, Afternoon Tea Week 2026, best afternoon tea London, themed afternoon tea London, things to do in London #AfternoonTeaWeek #AfternoonTeaLondon #LondonAfternoonTea #ThingsToDoInLondon #londonfood
ad You’ve probably crossed @towerbridge before—but have you ever actually gone inside it? It’s one of London’s most photographed landmarks, but there’s so much more to it than the view from outside. A ticket gives you access to the High-Level Walkways, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms, as well as free audio tours in multiple languages, family activities and the Tower Bridge Cat Trail. You can also take part in their brilliant ‘Ask An Expert’ sessions on selected dates. Ready to book? Until 1 September, you can get summer tickets for just £15.80 for adults and £7.90 for children, with family tickets starting from £28.40. 🇬🇧 SAVE this for your London summer plans ✨ Have you ever seen the inside of Tower Bridge? Happy Londoning, Candace x — Tower Bridge, things to do in London, London summer activities, Tower Bridge tickets, Tower Bridge Glass Floor, Tower Bridge Engine Rooms, London attractions, London sightseeing, family activities in London #TowerBridge #LondonSummer #ThingsToDoInLondon #LondonAttractions LondonTravel
P.S. Comment LASSO and I’ll send you my full Ted P.S. Comment LASSO and I’ll send you my full Ted Lasso filming locations guide, including more Richmond and Twickenham locations, filming spots across London, AFC Richmond’s real stadiums, café recommendations for your Richmond Green picnic, where to stay, the best Ted Lasso tours and more practical tips ⚽️💙 It took a minute for me to get on the Ted Lasso train…but I started to ‘Believe’ and the rest is history…a 3-season binge later 😂 Here’s some bits to get up to for your Ted Lasso day: 🌉 Start at Tower Bridge, from the very first episode when Ted moves to London 🚇 Take the District line from Tower Hill to Richmond 🧺 Pick up some bits and have a picnic on Richmond Green, Ted’s neighbourhood park 🪑 Visit Ted and Coach Beard’s bench 🏠 Walk down Paved Court to see Ted’s flat 🛍️ Pop into the official Ted Lasso shop 🍽️ Eat at The Prince’s Head, aka the Crown & Anchor exterior & of course, explore more of Richmond! Are you a Ted Lasso fan? Happy Londoning, Candace x — Ted Lasso filming locations, Ted Lasso London, things to do in Richmond London, Richmond filming locations, Twickenham filming locations, AFC Richmond stadium, Selhurst Park, Ted Lasso season 4, American in London #tedlasso #tedlassofilminglocations #londonfilminglocations #tedlassoseason4 #americaninlondon
SAVE my exact 3-day Kuala Lumpur itinerary for you SAVE my exact 3-day Kuala Lumpur itinerary for your Malaysia trip 🇲🇾 I thought Kuala Lumpur would be a quick stopover I’d visit one day. Instead, I spent nearly a week eating my way through the city, wandering through temples and museums, escaping into tropical gardens and briefly wondering whether I should start an entirely new life in Asia…let’s see! New on the site is my full 3-day Kuala Lumpur itinerary, with an easy route you can follow so you can spend your time actually enjoying KL rather than zigzagging across the city. Inside, I’ve included the specific restaurants, cafés, bars and local businesses I recommend, alongside practical transport tips, where to stay, the best day trips and even more recommendations I couldn’t fit into this video! Comment KL and I’ll send the full blog post your way ✨ Is Kuala Lumpur on your radar? Happy travels, Candace x — Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur Itinerary, KL Itinerary, Malaysia Travel, Malaysia Travel from UK #travelblogger #malaysiatravelblogger #malaysiatravel
Okay, this is one of the best—and weirdest—pla Okay, this is one of the best—and weirdest—places to get ice cream in London this summer 🍦 The Ice Cream Project has returned to Anya Hindmarch’s colourful corner of Belgravia for its fifth year, transforming everyday food brands into flavours you’d never expect to find in an ice cream tub… Think Lurpak salted butter, Kikkoman soy sauce, OXO stock cube, Paxo stuffing, Green Giant sweetcorn, Euthymol toothpaste and Aunt Bessie’s Yorkshire puddings. Yes, really. Thankfully, you can sample two flavours before committing to a scoop—ideal for trying the wackier ones without ending up with an entire tub of toothpaste ice cream. 😅 But for something more tried-and-true, while still being just the right amount of different, go for the Walker’s Shortbread. Buttery, biscuit-like and genuinely delicious, it was easily my favourite. The whole thing takes place inside Anya Hindmarch’s The Village, a collection of playful concept stores around Pont Street, with the equally lovely Anya Café nearby. Once you’ve finished, make an afternoon of it exploring Belgravia, Sloane Square and Chelsea. Practical bits: 📍 11 Pont Street, London SW1X 9EH 🗓️ Open until 16 August 2026 🍦 £4.50 for one scoop; full tubs are £16 🕙 Monday–Saturday, 10am–6pm; Sunday, 12pm–5pm 📍 Expect queues, particularly on weekend afternoons—and they sometimes close the queue early when it gets too long. I went on a Tuesday afternoon and it was only a few minutes wait. Let me know whether it’s made your London list 📌 and which flavour you’d be brave enough to try… Happy Londoning, Candace x — The Ice Cream Project, Anya Hindmarch ice cream, unusual ice cream London, summer in London, things to do in Belgravia #TheIceCreamProject #SummerInLondon #LondonIceCream #ThingsToDoInLondon #londonsummer
An oldie but goodie from the Candace Abroad archiv An oldie but goodie from the Candace Abroad archives ❤️ Ready for another London walk? Here’s how to spend a lovely day exploring Tower Hill to Canary Wharf, taking in historic docks, riverside pubs and some of East London’s prettiest waterside views along the way. 📍Start at Tower Hill station 📍Turn left towards Tower Bridge 📍Walk through St Katharine Docks — it’s stunning! 📍Continue to the Wapping Old Stairs 📍Pop through Tobacco Dock 📍Follow the canal towards Shadwell Basin 📍Stop for a pint at The Prospect of Whitby, where Charles Dickens used to drink 📍Finish with a riverside stroll towards Canary Wharf London walks are still one of my favourite ways to experience the city, and will take you far beyond most places visitors see. Want to recreate the full walk? Comment WAPPING and I’ll send you the link to the full version of this route — my Tower Hill to Canary Wharf walking map, with the exact route and every stop plotted so you can follow it straight from your phone 🗺️ And let me know how many of these places you’ve already been to! Happy Londoning 🇬🇧 Candace x — London Walk, London Walks, London Walking Tours, Wapping, Canary Wharf #londonwalk #londonwalks #londonblogger
One of the most fabulous things to do in London th One of the most fabulous things to do in London this summer 👑 One thing that can never be denied: Queen Elizabeth II’s outfits were iconic. From the brightly coloured coats and unmistakable hats to the silk headscarves, evening gowns and immaculate British tailoring—she understood the power of dressing to be remembered. Popped into the wildly popular Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style exhibition at The King’s Gallery, and it did not disappoint! You’ll find more than 300 pieces spanning all ten decades of her life, including her wedding dress, Coronation gown, jewellery, shoes and accessories, alongside never-before-seen sketches, fabric samples and handwritten notes. My favourite detail was the embroidery on her wedding dress, but her Burberry collection was, as expected, insane. It’s one of my top London recommendations this year, although I hesitate to share it when so many dates are already sold out! There are no tickets held for walk-ins and no waiting list, so see if you can squeeze in a visit—or add it to your late-2026 London list, for better availability. Practical bits: 📍 The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace 🗓️ Open until 18 April 2027 🎟️ £22 for adult tickets from @royalcollectiontrust Is the Queen Elizabeth Il exhibition on your list? Let me know in the comments! Happy Londoning, Candace x — Queen’s Exhibition London, Queen Elizabeth II, London Fashion, London Exhibitions, The King’s Gallery #LondonExhibitions #QueenElizabethII #TheKingsGallery #LondonFashion #londonmuseums
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
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