While in London . . .

With just a few more days in London, not a minute is wasted. Tonight a play in Trafalgar Square, a morning tube ride to the Olympic Park, and a afternoon stopping into Manolo Blahnik’s flagship store in Chelsea and perhaps a bit of shopping and choosing a most lovely tea cup to bring home.

Above is a collection of images from where I have had the fortunate opportunity to stay while in London. With a quiet private garden to escape to behind the flat to write in my daily journal and a winding staircase to the third floor where we gladly put our feet up at the end of each day, I am feeling rather spoiled. Nearby pubs – Warrington and The Prince Alfred – have been a treat in the evenings to grab a pint of beer or a lovely white wine while the Olympics are live and thoroughly enjoyed by all patrons.

Needless to say, London has welcomed the many tourists and Olympic sightseers with open arms, and I have certainly placed it on my “must-return-to” list of places around the world.

 ~ Returning to our vacation flat in Maide Vale in central London after a long day in the sun walking through Covent Garden, Regent’s Park and Soho. Exhausted, but exhilarated. And yes, I decided to forgo the comfortable walking shoes for style. I couldn’t help myself. No regrets.~

This week on the blog as been quiet, but not silent. Here is a look back on the past week on the blog . . .

~Monday’s Motivation . . . Travel’s Most Wonderful Gift

~Style Inspiration: Navy & Orange

~Why Not . . . Be A Good Host/Hostess? . . . a lovely guest post by Sugar & Spice Emily Knightley

~This & That: No. 19 . . . a few books to indulge in, a bit of sweater prep for fall and more

~My First Peek at London . . . my first few pics

I hope your week too has been magical, and that the weekend offers up some wonderful experiences to savor. Until I arrive in Paris on Monday, bonjour!