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The Gardens of Versailles

My best tip for Versailles? Skip the chateau altogether (and the lines and stress that come with it) and instead head straight to the gardens as soon as the open.

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A Weekend in London

Since we only had one full day in the city, we planned our trip very precisely to make the most of our time - here's our itinerary for a weekend in London.

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Liberty London Flowers

Perhaps the most iconic flower stand in London - the Wild at Heart blooms outside of the Liberty department store just can't be missed and always puts a smile on my face.

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Our London To-Do List

Though we could have spent hours upon hours exploring the charming streets of Notting Hill and the beautiful parks nearby, my husband and I had a few classic London landmarks and activities on our to-do list.

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Notting Hill Charm

I chose the our London hotel mainly because of it's location, as I'd heard that Notting Hill is one of the most charming neighborhoods in the city - and it certainly didn't disappoint! 

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