Friday, 3 April 2009

These last few weeks in London have progressed much like these past few months, TOO FAST. At the beginning of last week I sat down and wrote a rather lengthy list of things that I still wanted to do and see in the remaining time that I have. So I have gladly been slowly making my way through the list and checking things off!

Among the many sites and shows I wanted to see, I have managed to spend multiple, long and enjoyable days exploring some areas of London that I previously had just seen in passing. One such area is SOHO, located in the heart of London's lively theatre and entertainment district. The shopping, food and art in these backstreets is unlike many other areas of London!! With vegan restaurants and fun and funky shopping on every corner SOHO proved to be a great adventure both during the day and at night! It has definitely become one of my favorite areas to go in the city.

Another area that I thoroughly enjoy in London is Camden Town. Located farther north than much of the city, the area is young, lively, and grunge. Serving as home to the infamous Amy Winehouse, Camden is best known for its extensive cheap clothing market, food and fun. I've spent many hours there on a Saturday, wandering through the multiple "shops" under an abandoned train bridge bargaining with store owners and relishing in the variety of fresh and delicious foods!

Also located in the northern part of the city is the infamous Brick Lane, a street lined with Indian cuisine and vintage clothing shops! The food is fabulous to say the least and the shops while a little expensive are always fun to rummage through. Last weekend on a trip to Brick Lane my friends and I stumbled upon a really neat coffee club hangout with British kids our age! It was really random very cool with even a live band playing in the back room and it was noon!

This weekend I am taking a trip to Liverpool with some friends to check out the city and admire the coast! Easter Break starts next week and I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a sunny Easter Sunday on the beach in Barcelona! Love to all!