Hot & sticky and fancy a swim?  London might not have a beach, but there are still plenty of places to enjoy a swim no matter what the weather.   There are some great places to swim outdoors, although you may need to travel a little outside...

Soundscapes, anime and griffins – there is never a dull moment when visiting the superb selection of exhibitions on offer in London this summer. Whatever your interest, London definitely has an exhibition to suit you.   A busy bustling city, L...

Summer's a great time to go walking. It’s good for birdwatching, and it’s just as good for stopping at pubs for a cooling pint or a lemonade. If you’ve booked a few days in the capital - potentially in one of the fantastic hotels in Cricklewo...

If it is the last weekend in August, then there is only one place to go - Notting Hill for this is the setting of the greatest carnival in Europe, attracting over one million visitors keen to dance throughout the day and much of the night. It‘s l...

The sound of a military band approaching along the Mall marks the start of one of the most colorful ceremonies that take place most days during the year.  This is the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Buckingham Palace is the official h...

Visit the world’s largest art show this summer. So, if you are staying in Best Western Palm Hotel London, make sure discover an amazing array of artwork by well known and emerging artists.    The Royal Academy Summer Show is not only the wor...