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Solo Travel in Europe & Beyond

6 of the Best London Neighbourhoods to Visit in Winter

In Europe, London, UK   •   Leave a Comment

Last Updated on January 31, 2026 by Hazel M

Leafless winter tree beside a pedestrian bridge in Canary Wharf, London, with modern glass skyscrapers and a bright blue sky in the background London isn’t a city you tackle evenly in winter. Some areas feel exposed, sprawling, or hard work once the temperature drops. Others, though, come into their own when the days are short and the air is crisp.
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London in January: What It’s Really Like (And What to Do)

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Last Updated on January 31, 2026 by Hazel M

Frozen pond in Victoria Park, Hackney, with scattered autumn leaves trapped in the ice, reflecting bare winter trees under a bright blue sky January in London is what happens after the fairy lights come down and the city exhales. Christmas is over, the crowds thin out, and suddenly London feels calmer, sharper, and more local. On a clear winter day, the air is crisp, the skies are a bright,...
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Things to Do in London in Winter (That Actually Suit the Season)

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Last Updated on January 31, 2026 by Hazel M

Person with blonde hair tied in a black bow standing by the River Thames, facing Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament glowing warm gold in low winter sunlight, with pale blue sky and rippling grey-blue water in London Winter is one of the best times to experience London properly. The crowds thin out, the pace slows, and the city becomes far more enjoyable if you plan your things to do in London in winter around warmth, culture, and atmosphere rather than trying to...
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Edinburgh in Winter: What to Pack & How to Stay Warm Without Losing Style 🧤

In Edinburgh, Europe, Scotland, Travel Tips & Advice, UK   •   Leave a Comment

Last Updated on January 11, 2026 by Hazel M

Person walking on Calton Hill, Edinburgh, with the National Monument in the background under a clear blue sky. Planning a trip to Edinburgh this winter? You’re going to need layers, boots, and a bit of tactical outfit planning. Because while this city is absolutely magical in December (think fairy lights, castle backdrops, and cosy cafés), it also brings the kind of cold that...
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London vs Edinburgh at Christmas: Which Is Better? 🎄

In Edinburgh, Europe, London, Travel Round Ups, UK   •   Leave a Comment

Last Updated on January 9, 2026 by Hazel M

Christmas tree with gold baubles outside a mulled wine stall in Covent Garden, London, surrounded by snowy artificial trees and festive lights. If you’re trying to decide between London vs Edinburgh at Christmas, you’re not alone. Both cities go all in on festive season magic, but they deliver it in very different ways. One is grand, glittering, and sprawling. The other is cosy, atmospheric, and quietly enchanting.
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The Best Cities in Europe to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 🎆

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Last Updated on December 30, 2025 by Hazel M

New Year’s Eve fireworks bursting over a European city at night, with bright red, white, and gold explosions filling the dark sky during the city’s celebrations New Year’s Eve in Europe? Oui please. Whether you want glitzy fireworks, street festivals, candlelit dinners or a frosty midnight dip (looking at you, Scotland), the continent has a NYE celebration for every type of traveller. If you're looking for the best cities in Europe...
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Things to do in Paris on New Year’s Eve 🎇

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Last Updated on December 29, 2025 by Hazel M

Vibrant New Year’s Eve fireworks lighting up the night sky above the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, with colourful light trails from passing cars in the foreground Ah, Paris – where even the countdown feels chic. If you're lucky enough to be in the French capital for New Year’s Eve, you’re in for a treat. There are so many magical things to do in Paris on New Year’s Eve – from Eiffel...
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Where to Find The Best Photo Spots in Edinburgh 📸

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Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Hazel M

Woman standing on Victoria Street in Edinburgh during winter, wearing a grey coat with colourful shopfronts and cobbled street behind her If you are looking for the best photo spots in Edinburgh, you are in exactly the right place. Edinburgh is one of those cities that seems to understand angles. Stone streets curve just enough, hills rise exactly where you want them, and the light has...
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