Tag: london
Things to do When Visiting the UK
The UK is full of wonders. The country is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world – and rightfully so. The heritage here, both cultural and historical, is beautiful and as diverse as you can imagine. Because the United Kingdom is so wonderful, we have made a list of some places to…
London’s best vegan food – 15 places worth trying including JME’s favourite!
London has always been one of the best cities in the world to be a vegetarian. But until recently it was lagging behind Berlin, Sydney and Portland to name just three, when it came to vegan food options. Not any more though as the last few years has seen the city undergo a vegan revolution…
Kayaking London’s canals by night with Secret Adventures – a perfect winter escape
It is a cold, mid-November evening. Twenty-two people stand squeezed into lifejackets and brightly-coloured waterproofs; 11 kayaks float silently, waiting for us like a pod of whales upon the glassy surface of Limehouse Basin. The cloudy night sky shows no stars, but the rain, at least, stopped sometime earlier. Excitement fills the air - whatever the weather, I don't think…
9 bright & functional cycling accessories for summer (part 2/2)
Welcome to part two of Shiny Shiny's summer cycling round-up! This time I've tried and tested some fantastic accessories, and again, they're all chosen with safety and style in mind where possible. Click here to read part one, which is a round-up of bright and colourful clothing for female cyclists. 1. Overboard waterproof yellow pannier, £39.99 This…
Top picks for summer: colourful, functional cycling clothing (part 1/2)
Summer is here! OK, it's been here for a while - and so a round-up of the best clothes, accessories and the occasional gadget for summer cycling is long overdue. (Incidentally, we've got a list for winter, too, if you're in the cold camp.) Sadly, cycling can be very dangerous - especially for women - so…
