Bouncing around at Oxygen Freejumping Acton
I can still remember the time when I was young how I liked to jump on trampolines.Which child didn’t? Indeed, trampoline jumping has always been a big hit among the youth. But also adults still seems to like it, something I experienced as well last weekend when we joined a fun birthday party at Oxygen…
A guided tour along my favorite thrift shops in Chiswick
One thing I’ve always loved to do is visiting thrift shops, flea markets and vintage boutiques to collect the most beautiful pearls. Meanwhile, I could had a department store filled with clothing, accessories and furniture. In retrospect, I sometimes think that I should have done that, because I’ve always dreamed of having my own shop….
A Japanese lunch at Sake no Hana
Last weekend we celebrated my birthday with an extensive lunch at the beautiful Sake No Hana, located in Mayfair on the St. James Street. When passing the building, you don’t see much of the restaurant because of the blinded windows. But upon entering you step into a beautiful serene setting with a breathtaking interior design…
An instrumental time journey through the Musical Museum
As a little girl I used to play a lot on my parents’ piano. By hearing and feeling it made me understand how to play, because at that time I could only read notes when I played the guitar. While I moved my fingers over the keys, my thoughts run free. It brought a certain…
Getting a breath of fresh air at the West Wittering Beach
When we lived in the Netherlands, we regularly went to the beach. Weather or no weather, it’s always nice to have a good walk along the water. England has many popular seaside resorts such as Sand Bay Beach and Cornwall, but given the driving distance from London it’s maybe better to book a weekend getaway for these…
Visiting Syon Park & House, a glorious estate in West London
What I find so special about London is that it’s very modern and innovative, but at the same time historical and traditional. Two contrasts that go hand in hand and can’t be missed out of the street. It’s wonderful to see how cultural heritage is so well maintained and how proud the people in London…
Fun at the Acton Green Common Playground
When I ask my daughter where she wants to go, she usually prefers the playground. A big favorite in our neighborhood is the one at Acton Green Common. A spacious and save playground, with modern appliances suitable for all ages. There is also a big sand pit which most of the children loves a lot….
Roasted beans meets pinball machines
If you like coffee and an old school pinball game, then you should definitely pay a visit to Chief Coffee in Chiswick. A bit hidden, but not to be missed. In a side street at the Turnham Green Terrace you’ll find this cool spot, where the owner has been able to combine his interest in…
Hampstead Heath brings the countryside to the city
London has many green public spaces where you can escape the bustle of the city at any given moment. One of the biggest and most beloved is perhaps Hampstead Heath in the north of the city. A registered charity managed and funded by the City of London, and only six kilometers away from Trafalgar Square….
Get spooky in the London Museum of Water & Steam
Now that half term has started, London seems to be fully dedicated to children’s activities. Whether it concerns theater, sports or museums, there is plenty to do every day. Many have organized additional activities during this period, next to the regular program. For example the London Museum of Water & Steam in Brentford, where the…