Travelling allsorts

Terry meets Julie at Waterloo Sation every Friday night, Harry Potter met the Weasleys at King's Cross to go to Hogwarts, Paddington Bear was found at one of the other stations but not, definitely not, St Pancras. St Pancras station was chosen as the gateway to Europe and £millions were spent expanding and upgrading it, much of the architecture is award-winning, some of the integrated ideas are innovative as well as functional. As a traveller, clutching my executive class ticket and weekend luggage, I arrived at check-in/passport control - a bit busy but it only took ten minutes to reach the front of the queue. Then the awakening... where were all those spacious areas so prevalent in photographs on the internet? The waiting area was one enormous sardine can! There were very few seats and from what I could see, they were all uncomfortable stone-like structures. That was the moment of realisation - airport departure lounges are not so bad after all, even Luton. That said, the t...

The London Eye was a spectacular Catherine Wheel and the Thames reflected colours majestically. What else can London offer visitors in the winter months? London is one of the best cities to be in if you are planning a break and can't predict the weather. There is always warmth and entertainment within metres of wherever you find yourself - whether it's Covent Garden , Borough Market , Harrods, a river cruise or other tourist attraction. Here are a couple of favourites: London Transport Museum , Covent Garden (don't let the dull website put you off) London Film Museum . Covent Garden / South Bank If you can't get to London for the Fireworks and you are hosting your own event for family and friends, stay safe! Fireworks: The Law Fire & Rescue Service advice At the time of writing (2012), fireworks are available to buy from 15th October until 10th November and from 26th December until 31st December. Additionally, for Chinese New Year and Diwali, on the ...

discount tickets available Just got back from the slopes in time to tell you about this years UK Aware event being held at Olympia this weekend. UK AWARE is now firmly established as the UK's 'must attend' green event. With sexy green supercars, beauty makeovers, fashion shows, a kids area, business advice and thousands of green products and services on show, it can offer you a complete solution for contemporary sustainable living....something we feel passionate about. Last year our team had an amazing time meeting lots of like-minded people & businesses so if you're around London this weekend make it a date for your diary and come and join in the fun! Camilla, 2010