London has some of the best museums in the world — but with so many options, how do you decide which ones are right for you? In this episode of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug guide you through London’s most popular museums to help you choose the ones that match your interests and pla…London has some of the best museums in the world — but with so many options, how do you decide which ones are right for you? In this episode of the UK Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy and Doug guide you through London’s most popular museums to help you choose the ones that match your interests and plan your visit confidently. From iconic institutions like the British Museum and the V&A to the London Transport Museum and Royal Observatory Greenwich, we cover: Who each museum is best suited f...more
Beloved English classics scholar Dame Mary Beard offers wisdom on how to tackle the vast collection of the British Museum, and ponders the ethics and responsibility of retaining the cultural antiquities of other lands. Then a cartoonist shares his love of museums and how they transform us by illustr…Beloved English classics scholar Dame Mary Beard offers wisdom on how to tackle the vast collection of the British Museum, and ponders the ethics and responsibility of retaining the cultural antiquities of other lands. Then a cartoonist shares his love of museums and how they transform us by illustrating memorable moments at his favorites across North America. And a Korean American travel writer explains why Seoul is an ideal introduction to traveling in Asia, and recommends a relaxing island counterpoint to the bustling, 24-hour capital.more
London: Hot Air, Soccer, Romans, Fish-&-Chips-Fighting
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Sean and Brandon sit down with travel journalist Angel Castellanos to unpack London in all its messy glory—from the truth about British food and warm pints to footbal…London: Hot Air, Soccer, Romans, Fish-&-Chips-Fighting
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👉 To book the best London tours
Sean and Brandon sit down with travel journalist Angel Castellanos to unpack London in all its messy glory—from the truth about British food and warm pints to football hooligans, afternoon tea, and the city's best hangover cures.
It’s a deep dive into the quirks and contradictions of the UK’s capital: pub roasts that actually slap, codfish wars you’ve never heard of, and how to survive a £70 tea service without losing your dignity (or your appetite).
✨ Stuff We Talk About:
• Cod Wars and colonial cuisine
• Best areas to stay (and avoid)
• Why British beer isn’t actually warm
• Whether London’s worth the price tag
• Why Mayfair is the move—if you’ve got the cash
• Plus: Hidden gems like St. Katharine Docks and Angel’s favorite tea spots
🎙️ As Mentioned in the Podcast
• 🎟️ Legends and Lore Tour of the Tower of London
• 🎟️ London Walking Tour with Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard
• 🎟️ London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London
Earlier this year, New Yorker writer Rebecca Mead reported on the scandals taking place within the British Museum—and its own history of cultural theft that continues to define how we approach it as a museum today. Lale joins Rebecca on the ground in London to learn more about the institution she gr…Earlier this year, New Yorker writer Rebecca Mead reported on the scandals taking place within the British Museum—and its own history of cultural theft that continues to define how we approach it as a museum today. Lale joins Rebecca on the ground in London to learn more about the institution she grew up visiting—and more broadly, how to tackle some of the world’s biggest museums in a way that’s both fulfilling and, well, fun. more
On this week's episode, the boys right a major wrong: in over 150 episodes, they've never done an episode on London for first-timers! England's capital city can be overwhelming—world-class museums on every corner, historically significant architecture left and right, churches and zoos and gardens an…On this week's episode, the boys right a major wrong: in over 150 episodes, they've never done an episode on London for first-timers! England's capital city can be overwhelming—world-class museums on every corner, historically significant architecture left and right, churches and zoos and gardens and parks and theater and libraries! What is a tourist with limited time to do?? This episode tells you.
We love Rick Steves's London guide for first-timers and, for those who are looking to get way off the beaten path, Jonglez Publishing's "Secret London."
