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GOT A HOLIDAY PLANNED? THEN YOU NEED OUR ULTIMATE TRAVEL ACCESSORIES!

It’s all about the next adventure at Wisteria London HQ and with spring in the air (although that could be debatable!) many of us are craving a much needed holiday. Whether it’s a European city break, a month jet setting around the world, or perhaps business travel you need to look the part. Here are a few of our must have travel accessories that will help you escape in style!

Organisation is Key

Organisation is the key to a relaxing journey! Why carry everything separately when you can have all your travel essentials in one convenient place? Our Alice Scott ‘Out of Office’ travel wallet is the ultimate must have for any avid traveller. This luxury, textured, leatherette travel wallet will store all your travel documents and currency in one convenient place. The pink and green banana leaf print exterior, features the words “OUT OF OFFICE”, in embossed gold detailing. Inside you will find labelled, tabbed compartments, for easy access to tickets, boarding cards, passport and currency, with a zipped compartment for change and smaller items. We don’t know about you but we are off to book a holiday!

We have got you covered

Our Alice Scott Passport Cover and Luggage Tag gift set is perfect for the girl who loves to travel. The stylish design (which also matches the travel wallet) comes beautifully gift boxed ready to gift or for yourself. The leatherette luggage tag will be easy to spot, ensuring that you grab your suitcase and start your vacay stat! Buy the accessories, book the holiday, what are you waiting for?

Travel Essentials

Protect your makeup essentials with our small and large cosmetic bags. Our Alice Scott ‘Not Just a Pretty Face’ makeup bag is compact in design. Its size and simplicity mean that it’s perfect for your cabin bag or check in luggage. An ideal carry case for makeup or easily lost items such as contact lenses, headphones and earplugs, keeping them neatly tidied away.

Treat your makeup/toiletries with love and give them a stylish home with our eye catching large tropical printed pouch from Alice Scott, perfect for keeping your toiletries in check.

Both bags are the ideal size for a weekend away or holiday in the sun!

Carry On

The Wisteria London Mayfair and Kensington handbags are the perfect classic totes and are the perfect handbag to carry on your journey. They are finished with gold and silver hardware and both featuring zip closures, so you can rest assure that your precious items will always be secure and you will 100% look the part!

HAPPY TRAVELS!

Free things to do in London - Views from the Sky Garden overlooking the city and Tower Bridge

BECAUSE THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE!

Easter is just around the corner so why not plan a jam packed weekend in the city without splashing the cash? For those of you who want to explore the city on a budget, Wisteria London has compiled a guide to the best free things to do in the city over the bank holiday weekend. Yes you heard us right FREE!

London can be super expensive. I for one have been known to spend £20 on a burger before, which was anything more than average! I know (insert gasping emoji), but it’s true; some places in London can set you back a pretty penny. However, look in the right places and you will find that there’s also a lot of fun to be had for absolutely nada!

So let’s get started, below is our guide on doing ‘London on a Budget.’

MUSEUMS

We are so lucky to have so many museums on our doorstep, but did you know that admission into some of them is absolutely free? I will note that some of them do ask for a small donation that will help to maintain the museum but this donation is entirely voluntary.

V&A Museum

First up is the V&A, the world’s largest museum of art and design that houses 2.3 million objects that span over 5,000 years of human creativity (WOW!) Spend your morning exploring the endless corridors of amazing exhibitions that the V&A have to offer, and whilst there be sure to check out the amazing tearooms, you will want to get that photo for the gram!

Natural History Museum

This is probably my favourite museum to visit, and is a great one if you have kids. From dinosaurs to mammals explore the amazing diversity of life on Earth! Take a journey through their spectacular Earth sculpture, experience their famous earthquake simulator, stand under the 25.2 metre blue whale skeleton and do it all for free! From the moment you step inside, your inner child will be released and you will never want to leave, a fab way to spend your afternoon in the city!

VIEWS OF LONDON

Sky Garden

Want free uninterrupted views of the city? Then look no further than the Sky Garden, located within the Walkie Talkie building on Fenchurch Street, right in the heart of the city. Whiz your way up to the 35^th floor where you will be transported to a unique public space that spans three storeys and offers 360 degree views across the city of London. Spend time wandering around the landscaped garden, observation decks and open air terrace, and be sure to get that insta-worthy photo of one of London’s many famous landmarks. This is one definitely not to be missed and although it is free and walk ins are accepted I would highly recommend that you book tickets in advance. Tickets can be purchased on the Sky Garden website and are usually released on a Monday for the following week, and you will be able to choose the day and time of your visit. Why not book two visits and see London in all its glory both day and night!

Discover London on Foot

Be truly British and discover some of London’s most iconic landmarks on foot. Walking is a great way to discover the real London, as well as getting in some much needed exercise! Head to Buckingham Palace to see the changing of the guards, or go see the beautiful sights of Covent Garden. Head down to the embankment to get views of the London Eye or walk towards London Bridge to get some of the best views of the city! Don’t forget to keep looking up as you might miss something along the way!

MARKETS

Borough Market

Why not wander around some of London’s favourite and oldest markets. Start off with Borough Market the foodies favourite and probably one of the busiest markets you will come across in London. Here you will find lots of gourmet goodies along with fresh loaves, rare breed meats, fruit and veg and lots of yummy cakes. Be sure to take advantage of the numerous free samples on offer too!

Portobello Road Market

Next stop Portobello Road Market an antique collectors dream! Several markets rolled into one (Saturdays being the day when all are in full swing) visitors flock from all over the world to discover one of London’s best loved treasures. Unfortunately the market is closed on Bank holidays but does open on Good Friday.

Spitalfields Market

Something for the whole family, Spitalfields market is set in the heart of one of the most popular, diverse and historic neighbourhoods in London. With Shoreditch and Hoxton only a short walk away you can discover the amazing works of Banksy and Roa which change on a weekly basis.

Whilst these are our favourite places to visit for free in London there are many other exhibitions and galleries which do not charge admission. Let us know in the comments below if you have visited any of our top picks and what you thought of them, or let us know any of your recommendations. We too love discovering new places!

Until next time,

Rebecca x

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