Going to the Olympic Games? Don’t Forget to Tour London
The Tower of London
From Tower Bridge you can easily see The Shard, a 1,016 ft. vertical city, London’s tallest building. Still being constructed, it will house offices, a hotel, residences and shops. Don’t miss the dome of St. Paul’s and the Memorial to the London Fire which can also be seen from the Tower Bridge.
The Shard
Olympic events will take place throughout London in the main Olympic park in Stratford as well as such iconic locations as Hyde Park, the Millenium Dome, and Horse Guards Parade. The interactive map (link below) of the main Olympics site in Stratford will be updated regularly as building work continues. So check it out. And have an amazing time in an historic and wonderful city. http://www.mylondonmap.com/london-olympics-map.php
Photos courtesy of John M. Havey
Another post for London Lovers http://boomerhighway.org/can-boomer-anglophiles-keep-the-love-going/
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miquel da renduski:
June 15th, 2012 at 3:19 pm
you be da best ! go man go! whatta supper teamoo-ooo
Joe Chatman:
June 15th, 2012 at 3:25 pm
Was that a member of the “Royal Family” standing outside of Buckingham Palace?
Beth:
June 15th, 2012 at 7:18 pm
You recognized her! Yes, formerly Princess Elizabeth–in my dreams. Thanks for writing! Beth
Ed Hart:
June 16th, 2012 at 10:13 am
Hey! Fun blog! Looks like you saw it all. London is lovely, and I wish we could be there for the Olympics. But no complaints. Having just left you and John and the cruise, Ann and I decided that we would walk everywhere we went in London. We burned off a few pounds and got to see a lot of sights we would have missed down in the tube. Still sorting through hundred of photos. John certainly got so great shots
Miss you guys. Come to see us!
Beth:
June 16th, 2012 at 10:49 am
Thanks Ed. One day we walked all along the southbank from Waterloo Station to the Tower Bridge and then back!! It was fun, and I am sure we burned off some calories. John took photos all the way and we learned more and more about the history of this great city. Now on to places in the great U.S. Beth
Bill Pfordresher:
June 17th, 2012 at 2:14 pm
I truly enjoyed reliving my times in London and the great editorial and photos courtesy of Beth and John. Great job, both of you!!!!! Anyone who is lucky enough to attend the Olympics should make it a point to bring along this version of Boomer
Highway and see these great sights!!!!! Bill
Beth:
June 17th, 2012 at 4:08 pm
Wish we could do those walking tours together! What a city. It has changed so much since the 80s and the people are lovely and they speak English. Love that as I am very language-challenged. Thanks for the shout out!! Beth
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Bill Pfordresher:
June 20th, 2012 at 1:13 pm
I remember fondly going to see the Tower Of London with John and Mom in the 80′s. Of course John and I got to Abbey Road and walked across the famous zebra stripe in front of the studio. But walking through London is amazing and it has a very similar pace to New York city…… And yes, it is great to be able to speak the same language as the people on the streets, and in the pubs!!!!!!
Beth:
June 20th, 2012 at 1:34 pm
Let’s see if this works. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT.