Day 3 - 9 Nov 14 - London We met the rest of the group around 8am plus at the hotel lobby. Our first priority would be to satisfy our tummies and off we went, in search for the most convenient eatery where we could have our first meal of the day. We had intentionally planned to eat at a particular cafe but it was closed. So, we settled at Pret A Manger where we had our sandwiches and coffee. Next, we took a train to Westminster station. We decided to do the...

Day 2 - 8 Nov 14 - London We got up the instance that the alarm went off. No snooze unlike any work day. we were really anticipating a great day ahead of us. We had breakfast at the restaurant at the hotel. As we had the set dinner deal last night, this morning's breakfast was free or rather, the cost was already inclusive in last night's dinner. Over breakfast, Denise was helping us to set up the selfie stick (apparently, there was even an app that needs to...

Day 1 - 7 Nov 14 - London It was a full day of travelling and commuting. We started the day at 5am plus, got ready ourselves and the kids and then left for airport at about 630am. At the airport, we met up Denise and Peiks. Had a quick bite before we boarded the plane. The plane ride was 14 hours. Thankful for the in-between meals and snacks that made the journey less boring (Yes, it wasn't the in-flight entertainment that got me entertained). Throughout ...

Day 9 (Day 4 in London): We started the day at Westminister Abbey, a 15 minute walk from where we stayed. The church was beautiful and elegant, constructed in a shape of the cross. Basically, a place for prayer and worship and also, a place to commemorate many renowned British historical figures. Famous composer George Federick Handel was buried there. We then walked through St James park towards Buckingham place. Multitudinous crowd of people gathered to t...

Day 8 (Day 3 in London): After our breakfast at the hotel, we took the tube to Notting Hill Gate station. The post office was nearby and finally, we received Emma's driving licence which Carmen had gladly helped to arrange for it to be sent over to London. Then, we walked into Kensington park to our first designated spot, the Kensington palace. It was a self-guided tour as we walked around the palace and read the given booklet on our own. Basically, it was a...