As my aircraft completed its final approach to Heathrow Airport, I
glanced out of the porthole to scrutinize this area of London prior to
making our landing. The grass below was a very green shade such as I no
longer visualized in America. It tended to endow a calming impact as we
descended the cloud cover of the airport.
If you have never
traveled to England and London in particular you are in for a
pleasurable surprise. Not only are the people exceptionally friendly
and cordial but the city itself presents a majestic attitude. Whether
you are married with a family or a single young person there are always
many events to keep you occupied.
If you happen to be married
and bringing your family to London for the first time there are several
family orientated areas that are always at the top of the children’s
list of “To Do’s”.
The first item is the London Zoo. This
biological collection has over 12000 species of mammals, reptiles,
birds, insects and fish. Here at the zoo you can witness the world’s
largest lizard in existence, the Komodo dragon. During their feeding
time you will be amazed at how they rip their food apart in an effort
to eat it as fast as they can. When you visit the zoo at feeding time
the keepers will enlighten you many interesting facts concerning the
various animals on display. It tends to keep children occupied for
hours at a time.
Within the city of London you can visit the
Bethnal Green Museum of Childhood. This house maintains a collection of
various toys, a large collection of dolls plus the dolls' houses, many
children's dress-up costumes and a vast selection of antique nursery
items. On the weekend they host a selection of programs specifically
geared to young people. It is well worth a visit with your children.
The
Science Museum located in London proper holds one of the world's most
comprehensive collections of science, medicine and technology
memorabilia. The major features include the Space Gallery where future
astronauts can witness the US Apollo 10 command module. Nearby in the
Welcome Wing you can enjoy “Digitopolis”, an interesting and
entertaining glance at the state of modern technology with the IMAX
cinema. The interactive Launch Pad is always popular with children of
all ages.
The various activities and events could go on
endlessly for London as this is truly a city of activity and enjoyable
activities at that. Don’t pass up the opportunity to take your children
to London with you on a vacation as there are plenty of things for them
to do.
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