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- 4 Jun 2024, 13.14
- ☁️ 20 °C
- Ketinggian: 24 mi
- InggrisGreater LondonSouth KensingtonVictoria & Albert Museum51°29’47” N 0°10’19” W
On My Own Again
4 Juni, Inggris ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Laura had to leave early this morning. Gone by 8:00 AM. It was absolutely hilarious watching her pack last night. We had to buy a larger suitcase for her since she had a successful day of shopping yesterday. I believe that this is normal since Laura and Nicole had to do the same thing in Greece a couple of years ago. Ah well, youth, what can I say. I don't think I laughed that hard in years. Laura is a determined little thing (no idea where that comes from) as she tried to squeeze one more thing into a suitcase. Laura did make it to the airport on time and with everything in tow.
I had a leasurely day to myself. I took a nice long shower, then went down to Nero's for an almond croissant and a latte. I head back to Collectif today because their outlet store is open. They have more clothes in my size. It was a disappointing trip as they didn't have anything I wanted. After that, I took myself down to the Victoria and Albert museum. This is free and open to the public. The displays range from architecture in Britian 1760-1900, design in gold, silver, ironwork sculpture, tapestries, medieval and renaissance Britin, To Buddhism, Japan Korea and more. An amazing way to while away the afternoon.
It is just interesting to walk around and see stuff. Check out the clock video. The imagination here is great!
I came back to the room for some quiet time. I haven't said much about where we are staying. It is called the Edward Hotel in Paddington. The room is small, maybe 4 meters by 3 meters. The bathroom is tiny (included in the 4 X 3 meters). There is one hanging closet (with 6 plastic hangers), no dresser or drawers of any kind. While it is functional, it is not luxurious by any means. Somewhat of a letdown after our cruise cabin. It is fairly close to the Underground, and there are many restaurants within walking distance. It is quiet at night and the staff are lovely. However, it was not a place where I would come back to again. You rely on pictures and reviews, but I'm wondering if they can be counted on anymore.
I had dinner at a noisy pub just down the street called The Bear. I had a burger and a glass of wine. The burger was delicious and just enough for tonight. This place is for the locals to come and get a pint and work through the worlds problems. I like visiting places like this to see everyday people. It allows you to get a vibe of where you are.
Tomorrow is my last full day here. We'll see what happens.Baca selengkapnya
Sounds amazing travel on enjoying ur blog [Karen]
Woow [Danielle]
Oh that’s quite a lot to squish down still Laura! [Danielle]