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He’s good-looking. He’s a royal. He married the love of his life. And he’s one of the most popular public figures in the world right now. Who wouldn’t want to know every little detail about the polemic Duke of Sussex? Whether you don’t approve of the Prince’s lifestyle or you’re proudly pro Harry & Meghan, here are nine interesting facts about Harry Windsor: 1. He was a bit of a...

With London becoming one of the most popular tourism destinations in the world, thieves have made a living off robbing London’s tourists of their valuables while they wander through the city streets. Although the chances of you becoming a victim of pickpocketing in London can be incredibly rare, you can never be too safe or prepared. Whether you’re walking around London’s major tourist attractions or even down a small side...

With so many yummy-dummy dim sum, rice and chopstick parlours scattered all around Soho, one can’t help but assume that finding a great restaurant in London’s Chinatown would be like finding a needle in a haystack. But if you’ve been searching around for your favourite Chinese dish in London, or even for a top-rated spot in Chinatown, you won’t have to search very far. From Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Taiwanese, Cantonese,...

Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana of Cambridge came into this world on May 2nd, 2015, and since her birth, the world has fallen in love with the newest member of the Royal Family. Not only is she the fourth in line to the British throne (after Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince George), she’s also the first female to be born into the British Royal Family in 25 years as well....

Brazil is a nation famous for its unique mixture of African and European traditions, which is especially the case in its capital city – and even more so when it comes to its countless delicious dishes. Brazilian food in Rio de Janeiro is essentially a melting pot of influences from all over the world, ranging from main dishes which originated from as far as Africa, to classic snacks which are...

Some call them “slums,” other call them “beautiful,” and some even call them “cheesy poverty tourism;” but there’s no denying that if you truly want to experience the “real Rio,” you’ll need to see at least one favela with your very own eyes. Favelas (or “shanty towns”) are often portrayed as being hubs of violence, drugs and criminal activity, but today many of these favelas have been transformed into popular...

THE BEST ROCK MUSIC VENUES IN LONDON London is home to so many pubs, bars and venues which look rock’n’roll that it might seem a Mecca for anybody into all things, metal, hardcore, old school or plain mosh-worthy. And it is. That said, ending up sat beside a jukebox bursting with authentic rock classics or finding some real life punks to skank with and not just ending up drinking in...

HEATHROW AIRPORT ULTIMATE GUIDE Heathrow Airport is London’s primary airport, and receives more than 70 million passengers per year – making it the third busiest airport in the world. Located 17 miles west of central London and spanning over 12 kilometres, Heathrow Airport is essentially a mini-city, and is often described as an “aerotropolis” due to its massive size. It’s also considered to be one of the most advanced airports in...

CHANGING OF THE GUARD ULTIMATE GUIDE Mon – Sat: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sun: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Time Needed: 1 hour Price: Free It is often said that you haven’t really experienced London until you have seen the Changing of the Guard ceremony with your own eyes. And the truth is that, along with a free tour, this ceremony is one of the best free things to do in London. The...

With so many famous movie stars, singers and socialites living in and around London, bumping shoulders with a celebrity may actually be a lot easier than you think. And who knows – you may be shopping next to Kate Moss, or dining in the same restaurant as Jude Law without even realizing it. But if you’re so desperate to find a celebrity in London that you’re willing to go out...