Many people hesitate to visit London in winter because they are afraid of the cold and inclement weather. But they should reconsider since the city is at its most beautiful in the winter months. Flights are cheaper, and the accommodations like a stay at Best Western Palm Hotel London are more affordable. This way, you can experience the city while spending less money.
Here are some tips to keep in mind if you are planning to travel to London during the winter:
Being familiar with layering will help you pack lighter. – Layering is a technique in which you wear multiple layers of thinner clothes to keep warm, rather than one or two bulkier garments. When you layer, you wear three layers: the base layer that is worn against the skin and helps keep you dry and warm by wicking sweat away from your skin; the mid-layer which is basically your normal street clothes; and an outer layer, which is a jacket or coat that protects you against the elements. And, don’t forget waterproof boots or shoes to keep your feet dry.
Take advantage of the sales. – Winter is a great time to go shopping in London. The high street shops usually start their sales on Boxing Day (26 December) and end in mid-January. In the last few days of the sales, you can enjoy even more price cuts. To get the best bargains, make sure to be there early and plan in advance, since public transport is limited on 1 January and 26 December.
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Use vacuum bags to compress your bulky clothing. – These vacuum bags will save you space in your luggage so that you have more room to take home the new clothes you’re sure to buy. If you are staying in a hotel, they will have vacuum cleaners that you can borrow to compress the bags. Just make sure that you store the bags in a flat place away from sharp objects that might puncture the bag and ruin it.
If you’re flying a budget airline, take the earliest flight. – Booking your flight to London with a budget airline is very tempting, due to the very low fares that they charge. But you should also be aware that these flights are prone to cancellation due to quick turnaround times. You can reduce the risk of cancellations by choosing the earliest flight. Even if your flight is cancelled, the odds are higher that you will be placed on a later flight.
Take advantage of Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland. – The Winter Wonderland is one of the most popular things to do in London during the cold months. Admission is free and there are Christmas markets, fairground rides and even circuses. And don’t forget the ice rink, which is the UK’s largest outdoor rink.
Stay for the New Year. – New Year celebrations in London are among the most spectacular in the world. So, you can book a hotel near Wembley Stadium and on New Year’s Eve, you can watch public fireworks displays; the best ones are those near the Tower Bridge and London Eye. Then, on New Year’s Day, you can watch the parade, which starts at noon and ends at three. The 2019 edition has some 10,000 participants scheduled from all over Europe and the world.
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