Here are some ideas to help you chose the perfect gift for someone who loves London. Do read to the end for the free gift for you.
1. Get a Bargain at a London Hotel
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Superbreak.com are the experts in providing short breaks in London and often have deals which include theater tickets or visitor attractions.
2. Peter Blake Tin Wall Plates
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The creators of the recycled tube & bus seating footwear, ABOVE+BELOW LONDON, have collaborated with the pioneer of British Pop Art, Sir Peter Blake, to produce 5,000 limited edition 'recycled tin' wall plate sets entitled "I LOVE LONDON"& "I LOVE RECYCLING". The works are a passionate declaration of his feelings towards the city that continues to inspire him and his creativity.
They are available for the special introductory price of £60 +P&P exclusively from www.urbanremade.com and would make excellent gifts any time of year (but are likely to sell out by Christmas!).
They are available for the special introductory price of £60 +P&P exclusively from www.urbanremade.com and would make excellent gifts any time of year (but are likely to sell out by Christmas!).
3. Nutcracker Dolls
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Rubens at The Palace is opposite The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, the Queen's stables. I decided to have a look in their gift shop after visiting The Royal Mews and discovered these wonderful Nutcracker dolls.
Even though the Nutcracker is considered a Christmas tradition, these dolls are on sale all year round. Priced at £1.50, £3.99, £7.99, £8.99 and £39.99 they are easily affordable. Plus, all bar the smallest ones have moving mouths.
Note, the gift shop is not open at the weekends, and closes for lunch on weekdays from 2-3pm.
Even though the Nutcracker is considered a Christmas tradition, these dolls are on sale all year round. Priced at £1.50, £3.99, £7.99, £8.99 and £39.99 they are easily affordable. Plus, all bar the smallest ones have moving mouths.
Note, the gift shop is not open at the weekends, and closes for lunch on weekdays from 2-3pm.
4. Buddha Bar Christmas Shopping Solution
Buddha Bar has come up with a great Christmas shopping and dining idea. Take your friends/family for a meal at Buddha Bar and you can arrange for a gift-wrapped pressie to be given to your dining companion/s. Find out more...5. 'Get Into London Theatre' offers
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Get Into London Theatre offers fantastic theater ticket deals from £15 on over 40 top London shows, including Hairspray, La Clique and Billy Elliott – there is guaranteed to be something for everyone this Xmas.
Booking opens at www.GetintoLondonTheatre.co.uk on 8 December 2009 for performances from 1 January to 12 February 2010 making theater tickets the ideal Xmas gift for friends and family.
With tickets from just £15, Get Into London Theatre (GILT) is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of theater without feeling the 'GILT.' (Gilt/guilt, geddit?)
You might also want to read How To Get Cheap London Theatre Tickets.
Booking opens at www.GetintoLondonTheatre.co.uk on 8 December 2009 for performances from 1 January to 12 February 2010 making theater tickets the ideal Xmas gift for friends and family.
With tickets from just £15, Get Into London Theatre (GILT) is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of theater without feeling the 'GILT.' (Gilt/guilt, geddit?)
You might also want to read How To Get Cheap London Theatre Tickets.
6. Save on Sightseeing with The London Pass
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The London Pass is a sightseeing card which gives holders free entry to over 55 sights and tourist attractions in London. Customers simply pay the one off price for the London Pass of their choice (there are 4 durations to choose from) and then can enter as many of the tourist attractions included on the pass that they wish to, without paying any more.
The award winning London Pass has been helping visitors to London save money for over 10 years. Find out how to save over £40 a day with a London Pass.
The award winning London Pass has been helping visitors to London save money for over 10 years. Find out how to save over £40 a day with a London Pass.
7. London Travel Guide Books
There are plenty of London travel guides to choose from so check out this list of reviews: London Travel Guide Books.
David Long London Books: David Long has a wealth of knowledge about London and knows some fantastic trivia facts. His books makes great gifts - but buy two copies as they are hard to give away!
David Long London Books: David Long has a wealth of knowledge about London and knows some fantastic trivia facts. His books makes great gifts - but buy two copies as they are hard to give away!
8. Ideas From lastminute.com
LastMinute.com have wide a range of Christmas gift ideas. You can choose by personality to help you decide. I can't decide if I'm a Pamper Princess or a Culture Vulture. In case you're wondering.9. Tours and Day Trips
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Viator.com has a wide choice of London sightseeing tours, tickets to attractions, and great day trips. I love the sound of the Harry Potter Black Cab tour, plus the tickets to Madame Tussauds and the London Eye.
See the Top 10 London Day Trips for inspiration.
See the Top 10 London Day Trips for inspiration.
10. Take Someone Special for a Meal
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The Top 10 Romantic London Restaurants all have something that makes them stand out. You can also Search London Restaurants by Cuisine or if you're thinking about the budget check out Top 10 London Cheap Eats.
