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London Pride: TBA
Pride in London is “about the people, for the people.” This year’s theme is #PrideJubilee, remembering fifty years of activism, protests and victories that have made the movement what it is today.
The parade kicks off at Portland Place at 12pm, moving down Oxford Circus, along Regent Street to Piccadilly Circus, Lower Regent Street, Pall Mall and then passing Trafalgar Square before finishing on Whitehall. London Pride recommends that spectators avoid busy locations, like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, and notes that the parade will fill the whole afternoon until around 5:30pm.
Looking for real-time London Pride updates? Download their app and have everything from updates to information right at your fingertips. Pride advocate with limitations or anxiety? Book a Grandstand seat and make sure you don’t miss out on any of the action (and a great place to take a breather if you need one).
Looking for real-time London Pride updates? Download their app and have everything from updates to information right at your fingertips. Pride advocate with limitations or anxiety? Book a Grandstand seat and make sure you don’t miss out on any of the action (and a great place to take a breather if you need one).
leah 3 years ago
Chinatown in London is always great fun, but during new year it ignites and takes the stage as the biggest Chinese New Year festival in Europe with hundreds of thousands of people attending every year.
Extending to Trafalgar Square, you can enjoy stage performances all day, which include vibrant musical and theatre shows extending through the West End theatre district. There are hundreds of street food stalls to choose from and the festivities conclude with a huge dragon parade. It takes fifty teams manning the floats and controlling the huge dragon and lion figures that snake through the city to the sound of gongs, music, and cymbals.
While you are in London, check out our guide of other great ways to enjoy London in the winter.
booksandbao 3 years ago
YAM Carnival 2022: August 27th, 2022
YAM Carnival is new to the festival scene, but they’re already making huge waves. The organizers from AfroNation are behind this one too, but aim to make the experience completely immersive. Beyond music, the celebration will bring together African cultures from around the world–think Curry and Jerk from the Caribbean, a Latin American pop up inspired by Brazil, New Orleans creole cuisine, and a continental African experience served from a makeshift Nigerian danfo bus.
For another twist on the traditional music festival, YAM promises masquerade performances honoring the centuries-old indigenous traditions of the Yoruba people of Western Nigeria and the Republic of Benin. On the music front, YAM’s lineup has included well-loved Afrobeat artists like Davido, WizKid, and Mr.Eazi.
briari 3 years ago
From Peckham Rye Park to the photography-famous backstreet of Kynance Mews, wisteria blooms erupt onto the city’s scene from the end of April through May, and it’s everything you could dream of in a London scene. And then some. Cobblestone streets lined by mews-style houses with colorful doors, all drenched in wisteria blooms, make it like a scene from your favorite romantic comedy. Explore to your heart’s content, but please, remember that people live in these homes before you set up an elaborate photoshoot plan. Avoid the awkwardness when someone comes down in their PJs to grab the mail.
sarahlempa 3 years ago
When: April 20th, 2021
Where: Hyde Park, London, England
The UK’s biggest smoke-out, 420 Hyde Park, reached new heights in 2019 with thousands of attendees and well-organized stages for speakers, panels, live music, and peaceful protests. While there is often a strong police presence, last year, the cops’ primary focus wasn’t even weed. “We are not like the French police going in hard,” one sergeant told the Daily Mail, “I am more concerned for their health because there are a lot of pasty white people out here today.” Word.
leah 5 years ago
If you are looking for a sophisticated yet utterly mad festival in the UK, Lord Mayor’s Carnival is the one. Lord Mayor’s Carnival signifies 804 years of tumultuous history in London.
When: November 9th Look forward to: Parades with marching bands, carriages, military detachments, giant contraptions, dance troops, and ceremonial displays. Tips: Plan your travel ahead of time! It can be difficult to get around via car during the carnival time as most of the city shuts down.
When: November 9th Look forward to: Parades with marching bands, carriages, military detachments, giant contraptions, dance troops, and ceremonial displays. Tips: Plan your travel ahead of time! It can be difficult to get around via car during the carnival time as most of the city shuts down.
booksandbao 5 years ago
London Guides
10 Spots for Afternoon Tea in London
mustangdmv (Danielle Call) No trip to London would be complete without a proper afternoon tea experience. The problem is choosing just one or two of these to explore. Each offers a unique experience and a range of tea and pastries.London - and the Thames
gill.laugharne (Gill Gibson) A couple of quiet places - away from the madding crowds!10 London cafes to get work done
mustangdmv (Danielle Call) For those trips where you still need to get some work done a cafe with good wifi is a must. These are a few cafes I plan to check out.Bomb Rooftop Bars in London
briari (Briona Lamback)London Eats
mustangdmv (Danielle Call) One of my favorite things to do while traveling is finding great local spots to eat, and this visit to London is no different.London for me
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mustangdmv (Danielle Call) On a quick trip to London there are some definite must see sights!Barcelona Cafes
siamesekatz (Leigh Taylor)London, England ✔️
themarvelousmrsm (Josette Faye Mamsaang) Our first trip to London in 2014.Best places for Ale #beer
neil.spurgeon (Neil Spurgeon) The best pubs for buying decent Ale such as Shepheard Neame Spitfire, Fullers London Pride or (joke) Watney’s Red BarrelThe Best Places To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
seeker (Seeker Editors) Have your best green outfit packed and ready to go because it's that time of the year again. Whether you are looking for emerald sparkles and non-stop partying or a more cozy Irish pub moment, we have got you covered. From the USA to Europe, we have picked out the best spots to celebrate one of the world's most beloved holidays. Neon green rivers, day-long festivals, parades, and parties included- let's take a look at our lucky list.Coolest Florists Around The World A Mother's Day Bouquet
seeker (Seeker Editors) Care to enjoy a glass of rose in Paris while looking through an overflowing array of blooming flowers, or pull up to a flower truck to purchase a freshly cut bouquet in Nashville? These flower boutiques all incorporate a unique twist into their atmosphere- and we guarantee to pick out a luxurious bouquet from one of these cool shops is sure to wow more than one from the grocery store. In case you're looking for some mother's day inspo- these incredible florists around the world are sure to show your momma just how much she means to you.Let's Party
laurenmack (Lauren Mack) Here are my favorite places to party like a rock star and dance the night away. #WorldDanceDay 🕺Best Museums In The World
seeker (Seeker Editors) These museums are bucket-list worthy destinations that are on the top of itineraries worldwide. From ancient treasures to contemporary design, there is something for everyone. Enjoy our expertly curated selection of the most breathtaking museums from around the world, merely a plane ride away.Iconic Museums in Europe
seeker (Seeker Editors) The rich amount of knowledge to be gained throughout your European travels is boundless. Throughout our journey, we have found these museums to encompass the centuries-old history throughout the continent. Including iconic art galleries such as the Louvre and historical preservation museums like the Anne Frank House, here are our recommendations for bucket-list museum destinations in Europe.Favorite Destinations for Solo Female Traveler
stillontheroad (Giada Matera) These are some of my favorite destinations I've traveled to by myself and had the best time! #Women'sHistoryMonthThe 16 Most Beautiful Fashion Museum Around the World
ste.divita (Stefania Di Vita) Not only archeology, paintings or dinosaure bones but the last years brought a new type of institution: the Fashion Museum. For a young italian women fashion fanatics like me that's simply amazing. Ready steady and Enjoy this List, My Seeker BuddiesDiscover the World's Best Kept Secret Speakeasy Bars
seeker (Seeker Editors) Everyone has a fantasy of pushing a bookcase to uncover a hidden world. Speakeasies are our childhood dreams true — with some fancy cocktails included. We chose these destinations based on the ambiance created through moody lighting and carefully chosen interior design, the quality of the beverages and dishes served, and, naturally, the exclusivity provided by how well hidden they are. Follow us, Seekers, as we explore the world's best-kept secrets.Top Rated Cities in Canada
seeker (Seeker Editors) Canada is famously known for having gorgeous natural scenery, but the international metropolises that dot this country are easily some of the most exciting destinations on the planet. Whether you’re looking for an outdoorsy, hipster west coast vacay in Vancouver or an adventure steeped in European charm and delicious cuisine in Montreal, these top-rated cities are sure to provide an excellent getaway up north. From the iconic parliament building in Ottawa to the aurora borealis viewpoints in Whitehorse, consider these gems for your next holiday.Fave Hostels in Europe
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London Articles
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8 Purple Places You Need to Add to Your Bucket List
Read more...Can’t talk right now — we’re doing cartwheels in France’s fragrant lavender fields and running around futuristic, purple-hued parks in Singapore. It’s a lifestyle, ya know? But for real, once you see some of the world’s best purple places, you’ll want to switch that vacation responder on and bask in the magic of magenta. These […]
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10 of the Best Towns to Visit in the Cotswolds, UK
Read more...Oozing old-world charm, the honey-hued sandstone villages of the Cotswolds are unapologetically quaint. Tucked away in the rolling hillsides two hours west of London, this postcard-perfect corner of Britain is quintessential English country living. Roadside stands selling honour system cake and jam, Sunday roasts by the fireside, and delightfully long country strolls are all part […]
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The Biggest Pride Parades Around the World 2022
Read more...Each June, we honor the anniversary of Stonewall Uprising: the historic event that marked the start of the modern movement for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex and asexual rights (LGBTQIA+) across the globe. To celebrate, hundreds of Pride parades will take place in every nook and cranny of the world. With demonstrations, seminars, parties, […]
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The Best Festivals For Black Travelers in 2023
Read more...Community and Blackness go hand-in-hand. Simply put, it’s not easy living in a world where your culture is constantly appropriated and commodified without credit. As a response, we’ve collectively begun carving out spaces of boldness and Blackness designed by us, for us. While joining Black travel groups and following inspiring Black travel bloggers bring us together, […]
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11 Totally Unique UK Festivals for 2023
Read more...The UK has bad rap for being stuffy and overly serious. But UK culture isn’t just confined to tea, royal weddings, and crumpets (thank goodness). Fantastic, fun, and totally bizarre, the UK’s weirdo festivals are at the heart of its history and culture. They’ll mostly amaze and charm you. Sometimes they’ll totally confuse you. But […]
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The Best Places to Celebrate Chinese New Year 2022
Read more...Ready to celebrate the Year of the Tiger? Here’s your ultimate guide to the biggest Chinese New Year celebrations around the world. Chinese New Year (also known as Lunar New Year and Spring Festival) means a lot of different things to folks across the globe, but one thing holds true no matter where you’re from: […]