London, Winter 2k17-18
For my first post of the new year, I had to go with an all-time favourite. London. The place I'd gladly call home any day of the week, what is and has been the second home of my family for the last 20 years never ceases to amaze. Each time I visit London. I discover a hidden new gem, each better than the previous one.
Start with a classic, Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. Wake up at a leisurely time and bask in the winter sun as you enjoy your almond milk matcha latte, or whatever the hipsters are up to, and head on over to the park for some fun in the sun.
As you walk in through the gate, your five senses will be used more than ever before. Take in the glorious smell of freshly made churros dipped in Nutella, look upon the excitement running amok in the children that have had far too much sugar.
If you get there and are craving some food, then take your pick amongst the vast array of restaurants, stalls and kiosks. I'd start at the Bavarian village with a spicy bratwurst and then make a bee-line for the fastest rollercoaster in the park - but if you're the kind who isn't really into rides or can't keep down their food, go and shoot a few ducks in the hopes of winning a giant teddy bear, or gamble away your life savings at roulette all to win a 2-kilo Toblerone at the carnival booths. Once you're done with the first set of rides, take a break and have one of the many different types of hot chocolate at the park.
Next, I suggest going straight for the highest ride in the park, which while moving at a relatively glacial pace, allows you to take in the beautiful sites of this magnificent city. After this set of rides, I highly recommend a churro break. Take your pick out of plain, cinnamon sugar or Nutella dipped. The churros at winter wonderland are what I feel to be the best in the world. Now, you should most definitely make a move toward the haunted houses with adventures and mazes within. Upon ending this last chunk of rides, make your way toward the exit, grab a candied apple snd buy a few trinkets that are sold at all gates, for your friends back home.
To cap off the day walk out through the Knightsbridge exit and indulge yourself a little with some retail therapy at Harrods of Harvey Nichols. Dinner at Bar Boulud is the perfect way to end a perfect day
