Hey look, I can see my house from here!!

Hey Peeps,

How you all doing??? The past month has been a whirlwind of emotions. I’ve just finished my finals at The Royal Veterinary College and am currently crossing my fingers for my returns on Friday. On Friday, I find out if the last 5 years in London and the last 10 years of uni have resulted in me actually becoming a vet.

The revision was gruelling and week long examinations was utterly taxing, but you know what helped – the lovely LUIP Ambassadors I get to occasionally meet at London’s top notch locations. It was one week till exams started and I most definitely needed a break, so what better place to explore than the entirety of London from the top of The Shard. The View from The Shard is breath-taking. Getting a bird’s eye view of the city I have called home for the last 5 years was the prefect way to draw this adventure to an end. Whether you enjoy the view from the enclosed 66th floor or enjoy the air on the roof-top 72nd floor, it’s all magnificent. Not only do you want to go in circles finding your favor landmarks, but they have interactive telescopes that zoom in and out of your favor locations. And wait, thats not all! To top it all off you get a lovely glass of champagne to calm those nerves if you weren’t already feeling all bubbly from the heights. Is this a must do whilst visiting London? YES!! Is this a must do even if you live in London? Absolutely!!

Find the link below for a little photo story book.
THe Shard

Kisses.

“I’m on a boat”

It’s almost that time for the ambassador year to come to an end. I wish I had had the time to get to know these lovely people a little better, but how about one last ditch effort. One can never make too many friends, especially while studying abroad. And what better way to get to know people than over a traditional Sunday lunch and confinement to a boat.  I think I have let my sarcasm get the best of me because I truely had a great time and I don’t want anyone to think otherwise.

If and when I return to the States, one this I will truly miss will be a traditional English Sunday roast. Yorkshire puds, roast potatoes and veg and meat, how glorious does that sound?!?  One place I always wanted to go for a roast and frequently walked by but never visited was the Barrow Boy & Banker at London Bridge. And what better to do after a great Sunday dinner – than cruise down the Thames River courtesy of City Cruises. There are various ways to see the city and explore the history that is London, but if you haven’t seen London from the water, you’re missing out. Not only do get to see a different side of the iconic landmarks, but you get your voyage narrated by the witty crew of City Cruises.

If there is one thing you must do with your time in London, try and see the city from as many views as possible. It’s a remarkably historical and beautiful city that never ceases to amaze. If you can, see London from the heavens (Shard), from the land and definitely from the waters (with City Cruises).

Enjoy your summer kids.

Kisses.