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Living Like a Londoner with Citybase Apartments
Posted on 17. Jun, 2012 by Marie.
I couldn’t believe my luck when I opened the door to my Citybase Apartments flat. Or should I say most-luxurious-apartment-I-have-ever-dreamed-of. Here’s a review of my stay at Citybase Apartments in London. Citybase Apartments location Citybase Apartments has tons of properties scattered around London, but I was lucky enough to be booked at 10 Pembridge Gardens in [...]
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A Weekend in London on a Budget
Posted on 13. Jun, 2012 by Marie.
As a city filled with some of the most exorbitant properties of the world, just like Paris, it doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone. London is, normally, a very expensive city to live and travel in. But there is hope for you, my frugal friends, and those who do not care to throw money [...]
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Living Like a Londoner with New York Habitat: My Experience
Posted on 27. Mar, 2012 by Marie.
When you plan your London getaway, one of the first things to look into is the accommodation - it’s such a large chunk of the budget! And I have definitely outgrown hostel dorms, which only makes this task harder for me. But luckily, that’s where New York Habitat came in handy - they offered me [...]
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Where to Stay in London: Tune Hotels
Posted on 13. Mar, 2012 by Marie.
During my recent stay in London, I had the chance to be invited by Tune Hotels, a hotel chain that recently opened two locations in London: one in Westminster, and another near Liverpool Street. While both are ideal base for those who wish to be in London for the Olympics or Reading Festival, I stayed at the [...]
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Where to Stay in London: Umi Hotel London
Posted on 05. Dec, 2011 by Marie.
During my recent trip to London, I had the chance to stay at the Umi Hotel London and experience their concept: luxury on a budget. I was seduced by the idea and couldn’t wait to experience it for myself. The surroundings of the hotel certainly are a big plus - it’s located on an iconic [...]
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Living Like a Londoner with Roomorama: My Experience
Posted on 11. Nov, 2011 by Marie.
A while ago, I had the chance to be offered two nights worth of accommodation in London in exchange of a Roomorama review on my blog. I was intrigued by the service and definitely interested in trying it out. I decided to take advantage of that offer during my recent trip to the capital and [...]
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Key Websites to Help You Plan Your Perfect British Adventure
Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Marie.
As more and more travellers plan their journeys with the sole help of the world wide web, here are some key sites I used myself while I lived in London. The Trainline To get some discounts on train tickets. Traveline Great journey planner across the UK. National Trust Britain - National Trust Scotland Downloadable walks, [...]