Windsor Castle, Roman Baths and Stonehenge!

London, United Kingdom

This is my 5th time to London and I finally have company to visit Stonehenge and Bath with me.  We bought the tour package from Golden Tours and it costs 79 pounds (around SGD160) per person.



Our first stop was Windsor Castle. I have been to Windsor Castle before and you can see the post here.



This is our tour guide for the trip. We spent more than 5 hours traveling around on the bus and his monotone voice made me slept throughout the whole bus journey.



This is my first time seeing changing of the guard and I was pretty lucky to see it cos it is held only on every Monday at 11am.







Children pretending that they are changing of the guards. Cute!



Our second stop was Bath. Bath is designated as the World Heritage Site and is famous for its hot springs.



Bath is a very beautiful city but unfortunately we only had 90 minutes to explore this city with our tight schedule.



One of the must-see attractions is the Roman Baths.

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[caption id="attachment_2231" align="alignnone" width="584"] Spring overflow[/caption]

Here surplus water from the Spring pours into a Roman drain and flows on to the river.





[caption id="attachment_2233" align="alignnone" width="584"] The whole pool is covered by coins![/caption]

The Romans believe that throwing coins into spring was said to be good luck and Sulis Minerva, the Goddess of Springs, Bath and healing would grant wishes to those who honored here.



Spring water from the Roman Baths contains some 43 minerals and is believed to promote wellness. The spring water taste really awful and has an unusual taste. I suggest taking small sip if not you might throw up your lunch!



Our final stop was Stonehenge! We have traveled for so long but I am glad to say that I have FINALLY SEEN THESE STONES! Been that, done that and will never come back again.



One of the main reasons why you must come to Stonehenge is because it is one of the 7 wonders of the world. Alright, you must be be thinking like me why this circle of stones can be considered as one of the wonders in the world.



There is no records of its creation exist and there is no evidence that ancient man could do it. Today's scientists and historians are still unable to come to a solid theory of when, why, by whom, and how the intriguing rock structure was built.



[caption id="attachment_2240" align="alignnone" width="584"] Jumpshot failed with my face covered.[/caption]



Stonehenge, England - 7 Wonders of the World CONQUERED! :D

I was in London for the The Queen's Diamond Jubilee!

London, United Kingdom

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This is my 4th time to London and I am really glad that I was in town for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. I am so lucky! We touched down pretty late so I ordered room service for my dinner.

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We went out for lunch together on the next day and I like the ambience of this cafe.



The waiter bought out a tray of desserts for us to choose from. If I have the capital, this will be the type of cafe that I want to set up in Singapore. Nice ambience, nice dessert and friendly waiters!



I chose this yummy strawberry cake. Yum yum..



Aubaine cafe is really a good place to chill and we chit chat for like 4 hours in this cafe.

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I went to Fortnum and Masons alone to shop for tea leaves and honey.



This small packet of tea leaves is very expensive and it costs me 20 pounds (SGD40). I really like it when I smell the tea leaves. One of my favorite teas is TWG chamomile tea with honey. Chamomile tea has no caffeine, aid in sleep and also calm anxiety. You will love it too!



As I was going back to the metro station, I saw a huge crowd walking in the same direction. I think they should be going for the Queen's celebration so I decided to join in the fun.



Reporting live at Hyde Park! Did anybody see me on TV? Lol!





The British really knows how to enjoy life! They bought their picnic mat, food and champagne to the park to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.



Finally found a good spot in Hyde Park to watch the Queen's celebration live.

[caption id="attachment_2185" align="alignnone" width="584"] Robbie Williams![/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2186" align="alignnone" width="584"] Alfie Boe and Renee Fleming singing somewhere on Buckingham Palace's balcony![/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2187" align="alignnone" width="584"] Elton John singing your song![/caption]



The Queen arrived halfway through the Jubilee's concert to join the rest of her family members and the crowds roared with cheers. Prince Philip was unable to attend as he was admitted into the hospital for bladder inflection.



The 3 french ladies sitting beside me were very nice and they offered to help me take a photo. :)



Gary Barlow, the concert organizer leading the Queen on the stage.



Prince Charles paid a warm and emotional tribute onstage to his "mummy" the Queen.





You can see the Queen was delighted by the speech!! I love her smile!!



Prince Charles joked that Prince Philip might hear the Jubilee concert from his bed if the crowd shouted loud enough. I also joined in the crowd and chanted "Philip, Philip, Philip!" and you can see the Queen was moved by the overwhelming support for his husband.



The Queen lit the final fire beacon at the climax of the 3 hours concert.





And then, it was the spectacular firework display that marks the end of the concert.



Here is a short click of the firework display. What a wonderful and beautiful experience...



It was a nightmare to go back to my hotel. Caucasians are very tall and I felt suffocated when I was stuck in the human jam cos I am so petite. The nearest metro station Marble Arch was closed so I have to walk to the next station Bond Streets to take the metro back to my hotel. Cold weather. Hungry. Thirsty. Bladder almost burst. But it is so worth it! PRICELESS memories! This is really ONCE in a lifetime experience cos I do not know if I could live long enough to see the next Diamond Jubilee. And...Guess what? I am coming back to London again for Olympics next month! Woahhhhhh!!!