Campus Corner
London Calling
Take a peek at my weekend in London and see what attractions are worth your time in the jolly English capital.
London: It’s a city full of history, culture, cuisine, shopping and, of course, people who drive on the left side of the road. I recently spent three nights in London and would like to share with you what should be done in this entertaining metropolis, especially if visiting is in your future plans. London’s main airport, Heathrow, has a reputation for being notoriously busy and hectic. I did not get the slightest impression of this at all. From the time it took for me to get off the plane, clear customs and board the train to downtown London, it was only about 20 minutes. Travelers’ horror stories claim that it took them hours to do what I did, but keep in mind I did not need to claim any checked luggage. Once in the center of London, it …
Kyle Doubrava
12:24 am on Monday, June 25, 2012
Hi, I stayed at the Hyde Park Rooms located on Sussex Gardens. It's just a few minutes away from Paddington Station, which has direct train service to and from Heathrow airport. Reservations need to be made on the phone or by e-mail and the host, Carole, is very accommodating and courteous. There are only about 15 rooms, so it's best to see if it has availability early on. more ›