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Laura's London Travel Blog March 2007 Archive

By Laura Porter, About.com Guide to London Travel

Face of Fashion at National Portrait Gallery

Saturday March 31, 2007
Face of Fashion is a major fashion photography exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery focusing on the portraits of five photographers from Europe and America: Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott, ... Read More

New at London Zoo

Friday March 30, 2007
Gorilla Kingdom Gorilla Kingdom officially opens today (30 March 2007) but the gorillas, as well as the other animals that share the space – such as colobus monkeys, rainforest birds, and ... Read More

Lanesborough Afternoon Tea Review

Thursday March 29, 2007
Last weekend I enjoyed Afternoon Tea in the Conservatory at The Lanesborough, one of London's finest hotels. Afternoon Tea is always an enjoyable event but this really was truly splendid. ... Read More

Superbreak Now Accepts PayPal

Wednesday March 28, 2007
Superbreak are now accepting PayPal as a means of payment for their great hotel deals. I like using PayPal when I buy and sell on eBay. If you do too, ... Read More

Spill Festival - 3 Weeks of Contemporary Theater

Wednesday March 28, 2007
The Spill Festival is a new international festival of experimental theater, live art, and performance for London. They plan to have 52 live performances, 6 World premieres, 5 companies visiting ... Read More

Buy Your Oyster Card on the Gatwick Express

Tuesday March 27, 2007
Oyster cards can now be purchased while traveling on the Gatwick Express train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria. Having an Oyster card will save you money on London buses ... Read More

Britain's Only Gay Bookshop Faces Closure

Monday March 26, 2007
Gay's The Word - the UK's only dedicated lesbian and gay bookshop opened in 1979 and has provided more than just books: a social scene, information, and advice. If the ... Read More

Dan Zanes at the Southbank Centre

Monday March 26, 2007
Join Dan Zanes former lead singer of the popular 80s rock group The Del Fuegos now fronting the Grammy award-winning Dan Zanes & Friends for musical fun at the Southbank ... Read More

Tour de France in London

Sunday March 25, 2007
For the first time in its 100 year history, in 2007 the Tour de France will be starting in London. The dates for your diary are: Friday 6 July 2007 - ... Read More

London Is Not As Expensive As You Think

Saturday March 24, 2007
Everyone is always telling me London is such an expensive city but at last I've got proof it's not so bad in the form of the Economist's annual worldwide cost ... Read More

Bottled Water Outsells Cola in London

Friday March 23, 2007
According to a report by Britvic more bottled water is being sold in London than canned fizzy drinks. Have you ever wondered if London tap water is safe to drink? ... Read More

Children's Art Classes at Easter

Thursday March 22, 2007
Sofie Cornillon Guerrero runs art classes for children aged 6-15 in north London called Painting Explorers. Small groups (maximum 6 pupils) study in an artist’s environment with quality art materials ... Read More

Gilbert & George Exhibition - Merchandise

Thursday March 22, 2007
Tate Modern has a major exhibition of Gilbert & George artworks on till 7 May 2007. Gilbert & George are two of Britain's most influential artists whose paintings include Death ... Read More

Free iPod Guides for Day Trips from London

Wednesday March 21, 2007
I told you a few weeks ago about Expodition's Chinese New Year iPod Guide but since then they have created many more. You may be thinking of taking some day ... Read More

Trafalgar Square Lions Wearing Scarves!

Tuesday March 20, 2007
It was cold in Trafalgar Square this morning and the lions around the base of Nelson's Column looked chilly. Luckily for them the girls from Stitch and Bitch London, London's ... Read More

Sing for Spring!

Tuesday March 20, 2007
The Fun Fed exists to serve the fun needs of the nation. I like that concept - innocent, unadulterated fun. And it's not for the kids, it's for us adults. ... Read More

Trafalgar Square Lions Get Their Scarves

Monday March 19, 2007
Stitch and Bitch London, London's friendly knitting group are putting 150+ feet of scarf round the necks of the four Trafalgar Square lions around the base of Nelson's Column! And ... Read More

Westminster Abbey: Slave Trade Abolition Events

Monday March 19, 2007
Westminster Abbey, next to the Houses of Parliament is marking the bicentenary of the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act with three free events. Everyone is welcome at all events, ... Read More

Swatch Alternative Fashion Week

Sunday March 18, 2007
The Swatch Alternative Fashion Week is on from Monday 19 March 2007 to Friday 23 March 2007. The Swatch Alternative Fashion Week brings out the most original and creative collections. ... Read More

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in London

Saturday March 17, 2007
Today (Saturday 17 March 2007) is St. Patrick's Day but London's big celebrations are tomorrow (Sunday 18 March 2007). The Mayor of London has organized a Parade from Hyde ... Read More

Top 10 Mother's Day Gift Ideas in London

Thursday March 15, 2007
This Sunday (18 March 2007) is Mother's Day in London. You should therefore be thinking of ways to spoil your mother and I have the answers with the Top 10 ... Read More

King Tut Exhibition Returns to London

Wednesday March 14, 2007
The treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb (discovered in Egypt in 1922) were last seen in London in 1972 and attracted 1.8 million visitors. The exhibition is currently at the Franklin Institute ... Read More

The Annual King's Road Antiques Fair

Wednesday March 14, 2007
The Annual King's Road Antiques Fair is on from Thursday 15 March 2007 to Sunday 18 March 2007. Remember, Sunday 18 March 2007 is Mother's Day in the UK so ... Read More

Hogarth Exhibition at Tate Britain

Tuesday March 13, 2007
The Hogarth exhibition at Tate Britain looks set to be one of the major London art displays of 2007. There are some recognizable paintings of areas of London as discussed ... Read More

Country Living Magazine Spring Fair

Monday March 12, 2007
The Country Living Magazine Spring Fair is on from Wednesday 14 March 2007 to Sunday 18 March 2007. Remember, Sunday 18 March 2007 is Mother's Day in the UK ... Read More

Before You Visit London for the First Time

Sunday March 11, 2007
There is so much to consider when planning your first trip to London: when to visit, where to stay, what to see, etc. This guide will help you think about ... Read More

St. Patrick's Day in London

Saturday March 10, 2007
Even though St. Patrick's Day is not until next weekend, in London one day is not enough and we celebrate St. Patrick's Day for a week! The Mayor of London ... Read More

Celebrate International Women's Day

Friday March 9, 2007
Inner Space in Covent Garden is celebrating International Women’s Day. Date: Saturday 10 March 2007 Time: 12.00pm – 2.00pm Cost: FREE event! Inner Space are offering four ˝ hour talks and meditations on: When to ... Read More

Daily Mail Ideal Home Show 2007

Thursday March 8, 2007
The Daily Mail Ideal Home Show 2007 opens tomorrow (9 March 2007) and runs till 1 April 2007. The Daily Mail Ideal Home Show is the place to go to get ... Read More

Affordable Art Fair

Wednesday March 7, 2007
The Affordable Art Fair is back in Battersea Park, south London, from Thursday 15 March 2007. The Affordable Art Fair lasts for four days and gives you the opportunity to ... Read More

Best Free Art Exhibition in London: Manet to Picasso

Tuesday March 6, 2007
Manet to Picasso is on at the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square till May 2007. The exhibition is in six rooms in the the Sainsbury Wing on Level 2 and ... Read More

Somerset House 3 Day Pass

Monday March 5, 2007
Somerset House is home to three world class collections: the Courtauld Institute of Art Gallery, Gilbert Collection, and Hermitage Rooms. You can purchase a Three Day Pass for entry to ... Read More

Trafalgar Square Lion Scarf Appeal

Sunday March 4, 2007
I'm a big fan of Stitch and Bitch London - London's friendly knitting group and want to make sure you all know about their Trafalgar Square lion Scarf Appeal. They ... Read More

Fun Tube Map Variations

Saturday March 3, 2007
The London tube map is instantly recognizable because of its colors and design. The people at Geofftech.co.uk have collected a list of silly variations on the tube map such as ... Read More

Search London Shop Sales Online

Friday March 2, 2007
LynkU is the place to search for sales, discounts, and promotions happening across London's shops. You can search by postcode and by shopping category which should help you find what ... Read More

TalkingTrip.com London Walking Tours

Thursday March 1, 2007
TalkingTrips.com have five audio walks of London for you to download and enjoy in your own time. They recommend allowing 2-3 hours for each tour so give yourself half a ... Read More
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