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12 Reasons Why London Is My Favourite City in the World

In 2023, I touched down in London for my 9th visit in 11 years. Every single time I return to London , I fall more and more in love, happily calling London my favourite city in the world.

This city totally has my heart and if it wasn’t so hard on the wallet, I’d move there in a minute. But until that happens, I’m content to be a continual London tourist taking any chance I get to set foot in this world class city!

Not sold on The Old Smoke? Check out the 12 reasons why my favourite city, London, might become yours too!

Plus, check out my itinerary for how to spend 3 days in London!

Table of Contents

1. Public transit: The London tube is easy, efficient and fun to use!

“Mind the gap between the train and the platform.” Just hearing that, in a posh British accent, puts a big smile on my face. When I took my first tube ride way back in 2012, I was so amazed by this enormous network of underground trains. I couldn’t believe how many lines there were, how much land they covered and how far underground they really went.

You can literally get anywhere in London via tube. In fact, in over a decade of visiting London, I have only ever taken one cab and one bus (and both of those were just to try out the iconic black cabs and the double-decker buses) – everything else was via the famous London Underground! For English speakers, the tube is also easy to navigate with maps and apps, clear signage, and English speaking employees who can help.

Back in the day you had to have an Oyster card or paper ticket to use the tube but now you can simply tap on and off with a credit card, making London public transit even easier for visitors. No need to load money onto a card, worry you haven’t paid the right fare or fret about losing a paper ticket.

Of course, the tube has its flaws. Getting on the tube at rush hour on a hot day? Not fun! And if you’re over six feet tall, you’re going to have a hard time squeezing into some of the compartments. But all of that stress melts away when you consider what you could be paying to take an Uber or taxi across the city. Plus, then you wouldn’t get to giggle like a 12 year old when you hear the voiceover announce, “This is a Piccadilly line train with service to Cockfosters.”

2. Voices: All the accents in London are amazing

It’s so fun to listen to people talk in accents that I don’t usually hear in my everyday life. Not being British, I can’t quite distinguish between the different types of British/UK accents. I just know they all sound cool!

And even cooler when they use fun UK English words like “jumper” (sweater) and “queue” (line) that we don’t usually hear in North America. And unfortunately, I’m one of those horrible tourists who start using the local lingo after only a couple of days in London . “I’ll just throw my rubbish in that bin by the lift” is a real life sentence I have said because I’m the worst.

Not only do you get to hear English accents in London but accents from all over the UK, Europe and the world speaking all sorts of languages. One of main reasons why London is my favourite city is because of all of the cultures, countries, religions, races and people who call it home.

3. History: Be wowed by the past in London

I love that in Europe, you can pass a church that has been around for 500 years and no one even bats an eye. It’s just another church. No big deal; there’s another one on the next block. That sort of thing just doesn’t exist in Canada! I love walking through streets and into buildings knowing that these have been around for ages.

If you’re a history buff, London is a great place to visit. It’s home to incredible museums (many of which are free!) and attractions where you can learn about British history like the Tower of London and the British Museum.

Of course, there are some really ugly parts of Britain’s history that still wreak havoc on our modern world. While we don’t need to celebrate all of Britain’s history, I do think it’s important to learn about it on a trip to London.

4. Size: I love that London is a big city

For some people, the fact that London is so big is a turn off. But for me, I love it! I grew up in downtown Toronto and I love a big city with lots of people, fast-moving traffic and loud noises. The sounds of sirens and streetcars lulled me to sleep as a kid.

As a visitor, I absolutely love having a huge city to explore. The idea of a small town sounds idyllic in theory – but I know I would be bored in an hour. Thanks to London’s size, I know I will never run out of neighbourhoods, restaurants, shops, parks or attractions to explore no matter how many times I return to London .

5. Beauty: All of London’s beautiful buildings & neighbourhoods

How can you walk through the streets of Notting Hill and not fall in love? Those Easter-egg hued houses, little independent shops and the outdoor market on the weekend? I would move in tomorrow if I could.

London is chock-a-block (a British term I heard used in Manchester and hope I am using right) with cool neighbourhoods, interesting markets and gorgeous buildings. I love the little brick houses, towering churches, bright parks, bridges over the Thames and awesome food markets.

Sadly I haven’t made it too far out of Central London on any of my trips but I know there are even better, cooler and more affordable neighbourhoods for me to discover on the next trip.

6. Diversity: There’s something for everyone in London!

I don’t understand people who don’t like London. There is something here for absolutely everyone! Whether you’re into sports, arts, nightlife or nature, you will find something here. There’s all types of foods, languages and activities. There are even things to satisfy every budget (though I know living in London is a whole different expense).

While London is probably best known for museums, history, royalty and theatre (more on that below), you don’t have to be into any of those things to enjoy a visit to London. You can spend your time watching a football match (aka soccer game), exploring parks, going on boat rides, eating food from every corner of the world, shopping, reading and even hiking around the city.

Like Samuel Johnson once said, “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.” If you don’t think you’d find something to interest you in London, I encourage you to give it a try. I’m positive you’d find something about London to love.

7. Theatre scene: London’s West End musicals are the best

Musicals are one of my huge loves in life. I used to perform in musicals when I was younger but these days, I just belt along to the tunes in the shower (and in the kitchen, and at my desk, and so on!). You don’t want to be my next door neighbour when I’m going for the high notes in Defying Gravity. So one of the reasons why London is my favourite city is the awesome musical and live theatre scene in the West End.

Every time I have visited London, I’ve seen a musical. Usually more like two or three! I love that there are so many shows playing all the time to cater to different theatre tastes and that getting discount tickets is super easy. Many of the theatres offer rush tickets or hold lotteries, or allow you to book discounted tickets through resellers, like TKTS and TodayTix. With so many options of what to see and how much you want to pay for it, theatre is a lot more accessible to everyone.

There’s nothing like seeing a musical or play in real life. I get the hugest smile on my face when I hear an actress belting out an impossible note, watch a company nail an intricate dance sequence, or see a stage transform with unbelievable sets and costumes. Live theatre is amazing and some of the best money I’ve ever spent!

8. Food & drink: Enjoy afternoon tea, Indian food & more in my favourite city, London

People are always ragging on British food. And, to be honest, mushy peas or bangers and mash don’t really do it for me either. But afternoon tea? I can definitely get on board with that. Tea, scones, cakes and mini sandwiches can be delicious!

Plus, with London being such a huge and diverse city, there’s lots of great food to be had from all over the world. London is well known for its awesome Indian food. I’ve also had some great ramen and Chinese baos in London. A visit to Borough Market will have you inhaling the scents of the global food scene, mouth-watering and ready to eat it all.

London is also great if you want to eat on a budget. Pret A Manger (found on every corner) is definitely one of my London staples. It’s so easy to pop in and grab a drink, sandwich and snack for just a few pounds. I highly recommend the hoisin duck wrap and the cranberries in coats!

9. Royalty: London is home to the British royal family (if that’s your thing)

I know the British royal family is not for everyone. While Canada is a commonwealth country under the British monarch, I don’t feel a deep allegiance to or affection for the crown and struggle to see where the monarchy fits into modern society. That being said, they are certainly a subject of fascination and a draw to London for many people.

Back in university, I was a pretty big fan of the royals. By that, I mean that I had a Kate and Will wall calendar and followed Kensington Palace on Facebook. Like many famous people that I admired in my youth, their appeal has lost its shine for me now as an adult. I’m still interested (I did read Spare after all), but I wouldn’t say I’m a supportive superfan.

That being said, my visits to London then and now have had royal themes. It would be a shame to visit London and not walk by famous places like Buckingham Palace or Westminster Abbey. I liked touring Windsor Castle in 2014 and wondering if the Queen was home. I also happened to be in town during Trooping the Colour in 2012 and 2014, allowing me to get a glimpse of the royal family on the palace balcony. I hadn’t planned my trip around the event but will admit it was cool to see Kate and Will in real life!

10. Pop culture: Harry Potter, Sherlock Holmes and more call London home

If you’re a pop culture enthusiast, odds are one of your favourite TV shows, movies or books was filmed, set, written or created in London. From Sherlock Holmes and James Bond to Paddington Bear and Harry Potter, you’d be hard pressed to find a London-based character or story you aren’t familiar with.

Fans can visit Sherlock’s home on Baker Street or the Paddington Bear store at Paddington Station. You can walk the streets of Notting Hill like Hugh Grant did in the movie by the same name, head to Bridget Jones’ favourite bar or order James Bond’s signature drink. And, of course, if you’re a Potterhead (despite not supporting the transphobic author who should not be named), London is full of must-visit stops like King’s Cross Station, the Millennium Bridge, and a visit out to the Harry Potter Studio Tour .

11. Travel opportunities: Access to the rest of Europe is so easy from London!

One of the reasons why I would love to live in London and why London is my favourite city in the world is because it’s so accessible. You can get almost anywhere in Europe from London. And usually the cheapest flights are into and out of one of London’s many airports.

When we lived abroad in Prague , I regularly saw flights in and out of London for less than $50 round trip. London also has an extensive train and bus network that can connect you around the UK and even over to mainland Europe. While the trains can be pricy, sales do pop up occasionally and sometimes it’s worth it to pay a bit more for a train to avoid the hassle of getting to and from an airport.

12. Why is London my favourite city in the world? All of my awesome London travel memories!

One of the big reasons why London is my favourite city in the world is because of all of the amazing memories I have in London. London was the very first stop on my first solo trip and first trip to Europe . That trip totally changed my life and it meant a lot to be able to start it in London.

I stopped in London on my way to spending three months living and interning in Swaziland (now Eswatini) , another big life changing trip. I’ve had the pleasure of visiting London with my mom, my husband, my siblings, friends from Vancouver, friends from abroad, and by myself. And, somehow, I’ve managed to visit London almost 10 times with only a couple of days of rain!

Final thoughts on why London is my favourite city in the world

I know London can get a bad rap for being big, busy and expensive. But to me, I’m always going to have a soft spot for London!

Not only is the city full of amazing memories for me – from my very first solo trip to exploring London with my favourite people – but it also continues to surprise me. Despite visiting almost 10 times in the last decade, I never get tired of London. There is always something interesting to do no matter your budget or interests.

So, have I sold you on London? Are you ready to call London your favourite city too?  Let me know in the comments below how you feel about London and which city is your favourite.

Planning a trip to London? Don’t miss these posts:

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Riana Ang-Canning is a travel writer who has been sharing her global adventures as the founder of Teaspoon of Adventure since 2012. In that time, Riana has travelled to almost 50 countries on 6 continents, including interning in Eswatini, working in Tokyo, road tripping New Zealand and living abroad in Prague. Riana helps everyday travellers discover the world on a mid-budget, proving that you don't have to be athletic, wealthy or nomadic to have an adventure!

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Sounds awesome! I’ve never been , but definitely adding to my list now! Maybe next year to visit you guys! Christmas in London?

That sounds awesome! I’ve heard London is a great place to be at Christmas. See you there!

London definitely gets undeserved bad reputation for the food, weather, being too much of a city etc. But like you, I have enjoyed London the 3x I have been. I took in 2 musicals on two of my visits, one was with you and I loved that play, and the other was on my first visit and saw Wicked and it was wicked! What is there not to love about the different areas of London? So much to see and do. I even love the parks. Yes, yes, yes…it’s all lovely! I will definitely visit when you guys are there next year!

Yay! Would love to see London with you again. I think our plan should just be to meet all of our visitors in London and then we’ll move on from there. I hear it’s beautiful at Christmas so I can’t wait to see that too!

I have visited London a couple of times and i absolutely love it! And I love the accent as well.

Glad to hear you love London too! And yes, the accents are amazing!

I’ve always been so curious about “the tube” haha I can’t wait to finally see what it’s all about.

I think if you’re a tourist, it can be pretty fun and charming. It’s impressive to see just how massive and sprawling it really is. But I’m sure if you lived in London and had to commute on a packed tube every single day it wouldn’t be nearly as much fun!

Doing anything every day often does ruin the fun

This is so funny to read as I have lived in London twice now. My husband is from London and so now and then he likes to go an live there for a while. I think to need to go and live in London to get the real sense of it. It definitely has its charms but……

Yes, I’m sure it’s a totally different experience to live in London rather than to just visit. I mean, I live in Vancouver, one of the prettiest places and often voted best places to live, and certainly don’t feel that way every day.

It is an exciting city with a great grunge and I don’t want to crush your dream. But check out well if you can afford to live there because it is ridiculous expensive with its rents. And if you live far out and have to do the trip into London every day during rush hour, the tube system shows a different side. Just a few notes.

Oh absolutely! Well aware that rent and living in London is pretty crazy. And I don’t want to spend all day commuting. So I don’t think a move to London is in our future – unless we win the lottery!

After reading your post, I must go see a musical in London! I never thought of that as an activity I must do there. Definitely adding it to my itinerary. Great job!

You absolutely do! It’s my favourite thing to do in London 🙂

Ohhh I absolutely love this post! London is definitely on my travel bucket list, and I really want to visit all the places you mentioned… 🙂

I hope you make it there! London is awesome!

I absolutely agree, London is wonderful. And the food scene is amazing with tremendous variety of different International cuisines delivering delicious fare!

Agreed! People are always hating on British cuisine but there are so many great eats in London!

London is one of my dream destinations! I hope I can go visit someday!

I hope you can too! It’s a great city!

I haven’t been to London in about 12 years and now I feel like I need to go back immediately. I loved it then and you just rekindled all that in me! I’m also a major Potterhead and the tours weren’t a thing yet when I went. Also, I feel like you should come to New York. Many of the things you love about London are here too so you would probably enjoy it.

Aw I hope you get to make it back to London soon. As a Potterhead, you will love all the new Harry Potter things. Yes, I did have similar feelings when I visited New York a few summers ago. Unfortunately, I visited in August and was sweating the whole time. But I’d love to visit New York again in the spring or fall!

We are totally on the same page! London is my soul mate 🙂

Ah, I love that! London is amazing!

Oh London town! It’s been too long since I’ve seen you.

Gotta get back soon!

London is such a dazzling city, you can always discover something new.

Absolutely! Always something new and exciting going on!

You make some great points about the best things in London. I’m totally with you on the tea, theatre and of course Harry Potter! My tips for getting tickets to the Cursed Child – sign up to the newsletter and join the queue as soon as it opens for getting tickets. Them gran what you can. It took me a year of trying to buy tickets for a year in advance. They were cheap seats super high up but the shows were amazing! Totally worth 2 years of effort 🙂

Thanks so much for checking out the blog, Hannah. And thank you for the tips! Will have to be more diligent and make Cursed Child happen one day soon!

The tube is great but I love the bus system. We rented a house for a month in Queen’s Park a block from a stop for the 36 bus. Two thirds of our trips were on the bus. You can see so much of the city that way. The grandkids loved sitting in the front of the upper deck. When we did use the tube we always looked for a bus route home.

Yes, good call about the bus! I was initially attracted to the tube because the planning seemed a lot easier with the tube maps. But the buses are great (and cheaper!). I went on my first one back in 2014 and loved the novelty of the double decker. Very cool that you rented a house in London for a month!

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I have to say the words you used (Jumper, queue, rubbish” aren’t slang words but actual English language words used every day. Slang words are more like “quid” instead of “pounds”, “bloke” instead of “man” or “pissed” instead of “drunk”.

I do agree though, London is a great city! Great for theatre and concerts. I definitely recommend venturing outside of London though 🙂

Good point! I’ll edit my post. I think I meant more lingo that is used in the UK that isn’t used in Canada/US, not that the words were made up, so I’ll make that change. But yes, a great city either way!

Definitely has something for everyone! Plus the theatre is great too.

Absolutely! And yes, the theatre is probably my favourite part.

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10 reasons why london is my favourite city in the world.

1 London is a cosmopolitan city and very British at the same time

2 Historic landmarks

I guess almost everyone is familiar with the historic landmarks of London whether they have visited the city or not. Here are just a few examples:

Tower Bridge

St. Paul's Cathedral

Buckingham Palace

Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square got its name in 1830 and is named after the Battle of Trafalgar. William Railton designed a column and statue to honour Admiral Nelson, who won the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The lions are said to protect Nelson’s Column. The fountains, mermaids, dolphins and tritons were installed some years later. Today, Trafalgar Square is a centre of national democracy and protest. 

St Pancras Station

3 Skyscrapers of London

Walkie talkie building and Sky garden

Skyscrapers in Canary Wharf

As of 2021, Canary Wharf has 5 out of the top 10 tallest buildings in the UK, including One Canada Square skyscraper. Keep an eye out for a building with a triangle roof! It is the third tallest building in the United Kingdom at 235 metres (770 ft.) above ground level containing 50 storeys. One Canada Square is primarily used for offices.

Tip! If you are visiting London at the weekend and are interested in seeing  South East London , it's a good idea to look for accommodation in Canary Wharf. It might be cheaper then because it's busy on weekdays and empty on weekends.

4 Hidden gems

Keep in mind that London is big, so if you visit it quite often, you’ll realise that there are equally enough big touristy areas as well as less popular places but still worth exploring nevertheless. I have visited some of the hidden gems, but many more are left to explore in future, like Little Venice, Brown Hart Gardens, Stephen Wright's House of Dreams and Chelsea Physic Garden. From the lesser-known places in London, some of my favourites are as follows:

Sir John Soane's Museum

Daunt Books

Neasden Temple

Painted Hall

Seeing one of the best musicals in London is truly a unique experience. Some of the most famous musicals in London, such as The Lion King, Wicked, Les Miserables and Mamma Mia, have been running in London’s best theatres in the West End for years. My favourite is The Phantom of the Opera because of its wonderful music and great performance.

6 Many free of charge museums

7 Parks and gardens

I love spending time in the parks of London. Here are just some of my favourites:

St James's Park

Kensington Gardens

Kew Gardens

Hampton Court Palace Gardens

8 Street art

9 Greenwich and Prime Meridian

10 Afternoon tea

Oh, I almost forgot to tell you about shopping in London!

Long story short, I just love London!

What did you think? Have you visited London? What is your favourite city? I’d love to hear from you so please add your comment below.

• Published by Anita on February 04, 2022

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Sample essay on my visit to London city

London is the most beautiful and historical city in United Kingdom. I have always been obsessed with London since I was just a teenager. I used to imagine walking down to its streets to witness the architectural and historical beauty of this city. It has a quite rich British culture which it has kept preserved for so many years. I felt the need to explore it but didn’t know from where I should start. So, I shortlisted a few places out of all of its amazing and historical places because of the exceptional aspects they have.

Museum of London

I started from ‘Museum of London’ about which I knew a little before as well. I had an idea that it is a charitable institution which is funded by a lot of organizations. But after visiting it, I came to know what stunning and architectural masterpiece it actually is. It holds a huge history of British culture. It will show you off London in different ages and time eras, from the prehistory time to today modern times with its legendary exhibitions. It has a collection of up to 1 million objects to show to the world. If you really want to know more about the history of London, the Museum of London is a must visit for you.

After that, I visited “Big Ben”, the longest tower of London which has a height of 320 feet. It has been the palace of Westminster previously. It has four clocks which are facing each other across 23 feet. It is undoubtedly a distinct central point of parliament which looks even more exuberant when the sunlight turns its structure into golden relief. It is basically famous for its massive bell which weighs more than 13 tonnes. There are different theories present based on its name and history. However, it was renamed as Elizabeth tower on June 2012 in remembrance and honor of Queen Elizabeth.

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge in London is another stunning place which was first opened in 1894. People around the world know it for its Gothic style and pale blue lines. If you are lucky enough, when you visit this place, the bridge will be open for the ship to pass. That moment, you can have a look at its advanced mechanics and architecture. Tower bridge exhibitions are usually arranged to display films and photos to explain how it was built. It is said that it took eight years of efforts by major contractors and labors to build the tower bridge. Two massive pillars got sunk into the river in order to support the construction. And over 11,000 tons of steel was used to prepare its walkways. The use of rare Portland stones was to give it a more unique and exuberant appearance.

Brunel Museum

The next day I decided to pay a visit to another historical place which was the Brunel Museum. It has more Brunel family projects than any other country in this world. River Thames has also been one of its latest projects. If you personally pay a visit to it, you would know why it took 18 years and costs of many lives to get built. You can also get into its shaft to see how it served the tunnel. Its history is a really fascinating part of its whole construction which tells about the conditions in which the workers worked to construct it more than 185 years ago. It consists of a gift shop from where you can buy books regarding its history and enjoy reading it while sitting in a café. The café serves delicious afternoon tea, light bites, and a lot of English and Turkish food.

If you are a shopaholic and want to get the best of the best things which are nowhere else to be found, go to Topshop flagship store. It was founded in 1964 and since then it has been a fashion brand for the youth. Its first independent shop was, however, opened in 1970. After which, a brand for men also came into existence named as “Topman”. It is more like a small city which consists of everything from shopping outlets, wig-fitting, and tattooing to ‘print your own pattern facilities. I can bet that there is nothing which you won’t be able to find from here. So start roaming around its basement all the way up to the accessories, where you can also get cold juices and cupcakes to get the fuel for your well-spent day.

Greenwich Market

Since I am too much into arts & crafts, my next stop was Greenwich Market. It has a strong association with the royal time period. It was a birthplace for Henry, Mary, and Elizabeth. Today, it gives preference to the traders who want to manufacture their own products. You will find all of the new and fresh products there. You can’t think about buying something a week later or so because the manufacturers keep refreshing their collections and stalls. On weekends, there are a huge number of arts & crafts, and food stalls. I also found different food styles there which included Spanish, Mexican, Ethiopian, and so many more. I also got a chance to eat chocolate smothered fruits and freshly baked cakes. They were so delicious that whenever I talk about them, they make my mouth water again.

Theme Parks

There are also different theme parks in London which offer great entertainment through its thrilling rides and wild animals, be it real or mystical. At London Dungeon, you can take a scary yet wonderful 90-minute ride which takes you 1000 years back in the history of London. There are also other interactive plays going on in which different theater actors can surely cause an impact on you with their mind-blowing performances.

Since I had a fun and entertaining time in exploring the historical and cultural places of London, I want everyone who goes there makes sure to explore it the best way they can. There are more than these mentioned places which would give you numerous chances to start off with a thrilling journey of London’s History.

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What to Include into a Descriptive Essay about London

You should probably start with the basic information about the city – the fact that it is a capital of Great Britain, its approximate population, geographical position and so on – however trivial it all may seem to be, your descriptive essay should be complete, so don’t omit any facts just because you think they are not all that interesting.

Then you should probably mention some landmarks of the city’s history – in fact, a descriptive essay doesn’t necessarily presuppose reciting the place’s past, but in case of London it would be really hard to describe it in its modern condition without paying due attention to what made it the way it is now. You’d want to mention that it dates back almost two thousand years and was founded as Londinium during the Roman rule. Other notable episodes of the city’s history are also worth mentioning, for example, the Great Fire and the Great Plague. However, don’t focus on them too much – after all, your main interest lies with the city in its modern state.

There is, however, a lot to be said about it as well. You will gain greater success if you specialize a little bit, because it is really hard to encompass all the factors in one little essay. For example, you may pay special attention to the ethnic composition of current London population and the size of different religious and cultural groups present there. Or you may follow a well-trodden path and elaborate upon famous historical buildings and places of interest, such as the Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and others.

In addition, it is useful to keep in mind that it would be a futile attempt to cram all the information you have on London into one essay. It is hard even with simpler subjects, and in case of such a well-known and ancient city it would be utterly impossible.

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A trip to London essay

London is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and one of the most popular tourist destinations from all over the world every year. Here you will find a trip to London essay that contains all the information you need about this wonderful and picturesque city.

London is one of the most important tourist destinations in the world because of the famous tourist attractions that attract many tourists.

The average number of visitors per year is about 19.1 million visitors according to the statistics of 2017, making it one of the most visited cities in the world, The UK and its largest city, located on the banks of the Thames in the south of Britain, is also known as the Fog City and has a long history dating back to the Roman era.

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Top landmarks in London ;

Big Ben , Westminster, is one of the most famous sights in the city and, rather, in all of Britain. It is located opposite the Parliament and Big Ben marks the heaviest five bells of 13.5 tons in the famous clock tower of Westminster Palace.

Al Shard Tower Bridge , a skyscraper located in the Southwark area of ​​London, was the tallest building in Europe until October 2012 and is 310 meters long and is currently the highest building in the European Union.

The Tate Madern Museum , located near the Thames, is a magnificent cathedral that imitates modern architecture and was formerly a power station. Many contemporary artists such as Rachel Frieda, Martin Kiebenberger, Mark Rothko and Kandinsky worked to create it in its current contemporary form.

Borough Market,  you will experience a great experience while shopping in these markets where you will discover British culture through its markets, popular cuisine, and delicious dishes along the Thames through various food stalls.

The famous London Eye , a large wheel that you can ride in its vehicles to see the entire city of London and enjoy the magnificent view from the top of the city, is 135 meters long, located in the gardens of Jubilee on the south bank of the River Thames.

Tips for visiting London:

Do not use the subway to take you inside the city unless necessary because you will miss seeing many of the sights and places you might be interested in.

It is better to walk to sightseeing in London or to travel by bus, it is less expensive and you can get to know the city better.

Divide the days of your visit to the places you want to see in the city.

It is not advisable to visit all the attractions on the same day and spend the rest of your vacation in the hotel or not know what to, do plans every day and how you will spend in this wonderful city.

Avoid staying at a hotel far from the city center because it is cheaper; because you will spend the same amount if  not more on the back and forth transportation.

It is better to book in advance through the Internet, it is cheaper to avoid long queues behind tourists to book your place in hotels, the zoo or museums.

Why I Want to Visit London Essay

I would like to visit London with great hope because it is a cosmopolitan city. It is considered an important tourist destination because it contains hundreds of attractions.

But of course, I am not interested in everything, but in one thing in particular, which is the British Museum. I would like to be a tour guide when I grow up. It is my ambition to work in this museum.

I will not find a more suitable museum than the British Museum, as it is one of the richest museums in the world. It contains a culture that dates back to two million years ago.

We find that this museum includes 10 different sections, whether for antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance.

In addition to a large library that includes a very large collection of archaeological books that contain information about many tribes and antiquities that are not present in the museum. What makes it a destination for every lover to learn ancient and modern history.

Trip to London essay

It is good that I was able to go on a trip to London before the whole world was infected with Corona disease. It was good that my family and I made a trip a few years ago and were able to visit London. And this was because I wanted to go there and see all the sights of the city.

I think that the best way to understand the essence of a city is to visit it and discover it for myself. London was the focus of my attention because of its many mentions in school books or the external environment for me. So I loved going there. So I asked my father, when the time was right, that I would go and wander and discover it. This is what happened.

I can remember a lot of details like staying at a hotel (Doubletree by Hilton London). It’s on Bibs Street. I liked the location of the hotel very much because it is located near the Holborn tube and Russell Square, which enables you to reach all the tourist areas in London and also easily return to Heathrow Airport.

The location of the hotel helped us a lot in going and coming back to all areas. Including Regent Street, Soho, Oxford Street, Hyde Park.

We were also able to reach the British Museum easily through the metro station. It is an easy and fast means of transportation for us. I liked it very much.  It is great to travel to many places with one means of transport, it makes you feel that everything is connected to each other.

We were also able to visit a lot of wonderful restaurants and famous markets and wander around them and see the nature of the area and the various means of living.

So it was a great experience for me and I was able to benefit a lot from it and learn a lot about London as I wanted to know.

When I think about taking a trip to London, my thoughts crowd which places to start visiting, and this is due to London enjoying all the elements of tourism, where historical tourism, cultural and artistic tourism, in addition to scenic landscapes, gardens, parks, and high-end shopping places, and I decided to start my journey with a visit Tower Bridge, which connects the two banks of the River Thames, was opened by King Edward VII and his wife on June 30, 1894, and it is one of the important landmarks in the city of London, and it allows crossing the River Thames, taking into account not to affect the expansion of the transport movement

My trip to London essay

I will tell you about my special trip to London. Last year my dad told me let’s go abroad for summer vacation. We chose London because we had never been to it before

When we arrived we went to the hotel and entered to put the luggage and rest from the travel. London is the capital of the United Kingdom and therefore its largest city. People know it as the city of fog, and this is because of the presence of thick fog surrounding it.

Because of the fog, the sun does not appear easily. It is located on the River Thames, which gives it an enchanting beauty. It includes a huge number of libraries and huge museums, such as the British Museum.

We went on a wonderful tour around the city, where we visited museums and churches. And we saw the magnificent palaces such as St. James Palace and Buckingham Palace.

I want to visit London essay

I love to travel a lot and have gone on trips either with school or with my family to different countries. This year, I studied in the history class about the landmarks of London.

I visited London before, I enjoyed a lot of the breathtaking views of London and the ancient architecture that is found in different areas of it.

So I would very much like to visit London soon and walk around for a few days to fully explore it. I also like to listen to the dialect spoken by the townspeople. I like that very much from some of the actors I follow.

I am trying to prepare myself for the next year and save some money so that I can fulfill my dream of visiting London. I really hope I can achieve this next year and gather some interesting information about it and discover it fully.

Essay about a place i would like to visit London

I would love to visit London one day. I’ve read a lot about London’s tourist attractions, but what attracted me the most was Oxford Street. I would very much like to visit this street and discover the experience of wandering and seeing the interesting sights in it. I find that very exciting and interesting.

Oxford Street contains more than 300 shops, and the most distinctive thing in these shops is the shops that launch the latest fashion for clothes, or the John Lewis group of stores, which are interested in providing the latest modern exhibits at the beginning of the season which they have only before everyone else.

I would very much like to visit it next Eid and buy some gifts for the parents. I wish that would happen.

I would like to visit London essay

Undoubtedly, there are many people who would like to visit London and I am among these people. I find it wonderful to visit London and get to know their famous landmarks .

London is famous for its many strange cultural movements and phenomena, as it is one of the important centers of influence in the United States, which has a population of 8,278,251  according to the latest study of 2018.

London is known for its uniqueness in art, education, commerce, entertainment, fashion, healthcare, professional services, tourism, transportation, and transportation. Which makes London an important and fruitful destination for anyone who wants to expand his horizons, acquires many skills and develops in many aspects.

Therefore, I would very much like to visit London and learn some skills that may benefit me in the future, such as designing costumes or working in theater or television. That would be very cool.

London sightseeing essay

Everyone can visit London for tourism. But one thing is for sure in London, it is not easily accessible to tourists. It is not possible to see all the attractions of London in just a week or ten days, but it takes much more than that. London contains many important and unique attractions, which need days to cover before moving on to other landmarks.

Including Westminster Palace, you can’t stop in front of the palace and say I saw it, let’s continue the road, there are many details and information, such as that it is also called the Houses of Parliament. It is a Victorian Gothic building. It includes the two houses that make up the British Parliament.

This palace was the royal residence in London, and was burned down in 1834. A small part of the old palace has been saved.

There were several projects put forward with ideas for the construction of the new palace, winning the project of architects Charles Barry and Augustus Welby Pugin. In the year 1847. To be completed, the construction of 1,200 rooms, 11 courtyards. 3.5 km of trails.

While standing in front of the building, you can see the luxury, and the peaks and statues of kings are reflected in the river.

Such details and many more can not only be ignored, but every place fascinates and attracts you to learn more about it, such as, Westminster Abbey, Piccadilly Circus, British Museum, National Gallery, St. James’ Park, Hyde Park, Tower of London, Imperial War Museum.

And many other archaeological and tourist attractions. Which makes this city in a state of constant activity and a lot of sightseeing tours here and there.

M trip to London short essay

There is always an unforgettable summer holiday, which is special and beloved to us that we will remember for many years, and perhaps it will remain engraved inside us for a lifetime.

What can I say, my family does not tend to travel a lot due to the constant and unstable working conditions. My father works hard to provide for the needs of the house, and my mother also works as a teacher in a school. Vacations never go together, and there is always a circumstance that requires my dad to return to work for it.

So it was amazing to book a flight to London this past summer vacation. Where my father took advantage of the opportunity to hire a new employee with him at work and took a vacation, and we all went on a short vacation for a week to London,

I was so surprised and excited to go, we boarded the plane after waiting 3 hours in the waiting room at the airport, I couldn’t believe I got on the plane and heard the sound of the engines.

I joked with my father and told him, “Dad, you can no longer cancel the trip, if someone asks for work, now officially we are going to London.”

We all laughed, and indeed we arrived in London and headed to the hotel. We changed our clothes and quickly embarrassed to walk around and see the streets, famous shops and shopping.

I liked a lot of products, and I saw many new fashion models of the year that have not been released yet in other markets.

It was amazing seeing  the famous London landmarks and wandering the gardens and bridges. It was a great trip and I am so glad I and my family were able to do it.

My visit to London essay

From my visit to London I learned a lot  about London and how it was in the ancient centuries and how London is now. I was able to see a lot through museums and exhibitions that display the ancient history of London, and I was able to learn from it the following.

The lands of London witnessed many wars, both from the Romans and others. The Roman occupation continued until the fifth century, followed by the continuous Viking attacks and wars, which continued until the year 886.

The city of Wessex was founded by King Alfred the Great, and witnessed a great prosperity in the economy and politics, despite that there were many conflicts with the Danes, until London was founded and the formation of the true picture of it, from economic and political orientations.

It sought to expand in the regions and establish many neighborhoods and regions to be contemporary with the bright, powerful and great London.

Essay about trip to London

Undoubtedly, I enjoyed a lot when I went on a trip to London a few years ago, before the spread of the Corona epidemic and the closure of travel, air and sea flights.

As soon as you board the plane and take off, you feel fear, happiness and great enthusiasm, waiting to reach the city you are heading to.

As soon as we arrive in London and reach The Ambersand Hotel and see the wonderful exterior design of it in gray and white with many windows overlooking the front, you feel that it is a palace and not a hotel.

After sitting a little and changing our clothes, we headed to the center of London and sat down to have tea and breakfast with my family, it was a very nice and elegant place.

After that we went for a little walk in Kensington Park, and I found the silence and quiet very wonderful in the morning, with seeing many famous monuments such as museums and many other amazing things .

In the following days, we went shopping and went to many museums and famous areas such as the London Eye, and we also went to see the London studio, and we were able to see a lot of scenes depicting, and some great actors.

It was a great experience and a beautiful trip. I was very pleased with my visit to London and I hope to return soon.

My First Visit to London Essay

The best day of my life was when I went on a trip to London for the first time with my friends. We had just graduated from high school and were about to start college. We were all so excited to be starting a new chapter in our lives and to see one of the most famous cities in the world.

We arrived in London on a Friday morning and checked into our hotel. We were all exhausted from the long flight, but we were also eager to explore the city. We decided to start with a walk around Buckingham Palace. We were amazed by the size of the palace and the beauty of the gardens.

After that, we went to see the Houses of Parliament. We listened to a tour guide explain the history of the building and the British government. We were also able to see Big Ben, which is one of the most iconic landmarks in London.

In the afternoon, we went to the Tower of London. We saw the Crown Jewels, which are some of the most valuable jewels in the world. We also learned about the history of the Tower, which was once used as a prison and a place of execution.

In the evening, we went to see a show in the West End. We saw a musical about the life of Queen Victoria. It was a spectacular show with amazing music and dancing.

We spent the rest of the weekend exploring other parts of London, such as the British Museum, the National Gallery, and Oxford Street. We had so much fun together and we made memories that we will cherish forever.

This trip was so special to me because it was a celebration of my success and the beginning of a new chapter in my life. It was also a chance to spend time with my friends and create memories that will last a lifetime.

I will never forget the day I went to London. It was the best day of my life.

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• How did London secure its position as a leading global city?

London secured its position as leading global city as a result of transformation of the city. Orders in London shifted to market oriented grounds. For example energy, wealth and innovation established over trade.

England system of mercantilism forced traders to make their way to London. The existence of Garden city movement which entailed breaking down London city into series (garden city) in this series, elements of live such as trade, education and industrial activities was found.

• After the fire of 1666 how was London rebuilt?

After the fire of 1666 in London, there was major rebuilding of the city. Italian roman new classical buildings were constructed. Wealthy were shifted out of the center, out of congested place to western parts where existed terrace /raw houses, this were built by specular developers. There were new fortunes made in the empire that could serve the wealthy.

• What were the problems of rapid urbanization in London?

Rapid urbanization in London gave rise to problems such as congestion and increased criminal cases (local disorder) there was increase rate of poverty. For example in the Eastern part of the city poor people were unemployed they face extreme competition of jobs, and lived in congested places. Hunger was another real problem

• How did reformers attempt to deal with those problems?

Reformers attempted to address issues of criminality. They believed that since majority of people were faced with hunger they were prone to engage in criminal acts. The reformers used conciliatory system (uniform occupied army) Police force was also used to supply watchmen who could act as watchdogs.

In 19 th century professional semi military police were sent to enforce order in neighborhood of London. Their contributions included; making important decisions to be able to introduce more reasonable acts that had to face arrest charges which could help reduce crimes, they acted as constables in streets to report aspects of crimes.

• What was the panoptican and what role did it play in securing urban order?

Panoptican was change of prison system associated with pento from Germany he was a thinker and also a designer .The system aided in separating people (isolation) to separate wings so that they could be watched and locked in separate confined cells. Physical operation was efficient; people were watched from central center.

In 19 th century there was use of mechanical high-tech system which aided in watching the suspects, they were also locked up and educated. The main aim was to provoke them so that they would not repeat the same or any offense.

• What did the garden city concept attempt to do to London?

The garden city concept attempted to break London into series (garden city) in this garden city, elements of live such as; trade, education, innovation and industries were found. It also attempted to reform and create garden cities owned by city and in this case the city was responsible for collection of rent; landlords were no more to collect rent.

• How did proponents of council (public) housing propose to reshape the city? What happened as a result of their planning?

Proponents of council had major propositions to reshape London city for example to build castle houses that could be subsidized, elevate congestion and built beautiful houses for middle class. Due to World War I and world word II enormous bomb explosion was experienced. We must say social disorder disrupted all process of planning.

• What was the character of postwar British planning and how did it reshape London?

Destruction of warfare by Germany army characterized postwar. Planners moved people to interior .Where there were mixture of shops and industries they was separated so that to remain distinct for example, separation of towers, industries around edges and park space. They also break the city with highways and put people in towers. It projected to create all series of greenbelt new spaces in the city.

• How has London been reshaped since the collapse of the social welfare stable?

London has been made marketing oriented center. For instance Eastern part of London serves international banking firms. The wealthy were brought to city centers to engage in business activities which have brought development and many houses renovated. The condition of working class has been improved whereby tower and good houses has been build and the working class moved to live in them. There is great concern of new suburban’s which are beautiful and attractive.

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• What does Engels think has happened to the people in London?

Engels believes that people in London have been pressured for the need to acquire civilization and they are being used and treated badly. He sees self reservedness in them. “…Londoners have been forced to sacrifice best qualities of human nature, to bring to pass all marvels of civilization which crowd their city; that hundred powers which slumbered within them have remain inactive”

People’s efforts, struggles, and sacrifices are not recognized. If they are, it is at later stage. People have been suppressed and the few have continued to develop more fully and multiply through union with those in power.

• What does he mean by a “social war” in London?

Engels use the term “social war” to refer to situation when one is led by self interest hence he /she wants everything for him/herself. As one struggle to acquire everything for him/her he or she exploits others. The rich exploit the poor this has led to social class difference.

People take each other only as useful objects. The rich stumbles over the poor and seize everything for themselves.

• What kind of conditions does he describe?

Engels describes condition of working class in London. He points out that though they are the pillar maintenance of society. They live in poor conditions, have no clothing and food. The working classes live in slums. These slums are arranged in great town of England, and they are the worst houses in towns generally in bad conditions, dirty and with no ventilation.

Example of a slum in London is Nor is St.Giles. Along the streets there are numerous alleys of courts lived with houses that are in terrible condition for one to live in. The poor houses are located close to houses of the rich that look attractive.

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London’s World of Cultures, A Photo Essay

By denise lu.

One of the most diverse cities in Europe, London offers a gorgeous taste of world cultures and beautiful sights. Here are some locales we loved.

The London Eye provides breathtaking views of the city, including long stretches of the banks of the Thames.

Even on a misty day, London remains a sight to behold under the mysterious veil of its iconic fog.

London’s parks are wonderfully serene recluses to escape to in the middle of a bustling city.

Just beyond the city walls, the campus of Oxford University escorts visitors back in time with its majestic medieval architecture and weathered cobblestone streets.

Hampton Court Palace

The city’s various palaces offer a sense of grandeur and luxury. Hampton Court Palace, slightly farther from the city center, has a spread of various gardens that lend themselves well to calming walks in the crisp fall fog.

Jamie Oliver Fifteen

London is also a culinary capital that many world-renowned chefs call home. Jamie Oliver has several restaurants in the city, including Fifteen, which hires otherwise unemployed youth.

Food is cheap and authentic from dozens of restaurants to small bakeries and ethnic grocers at Brick Lane, a street full of cultural surprises.

Old Spitalfields Market

Located near Brick Lane, Old Spitalfields Market is comprised of a smorgasbord of stalls featuring vintage duds and handcrafted goods, surrounded by a plethora of cheap gourmet eats.

Afternoon Tea

From finger sandwiches to scones with clotted cream and jam to sweets such as cakes and macarons, afternoon tea is nothing less than a full meal. Full-bodied English tea is also a warming refuge from the autumn air.

Indian Food

A melting pot of different cultures, London has some of the best selection of ethnic foods in Europe with standouts being Indian, Pakistani and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Camden Market

One of the bigger markets in London, Camden Town has a sprawl of stalls from jewelry to clothing to food and everything in between.

Even the off-streets of big boulevards can yield amusing shenanigans.

A vibrant neighborhood full of upcoming talent and independent shops, Shoreditch is a gem for nightlife and catching local bands outside of crowded clubs in touristy downtown areas.

About Denise:

Denise Lu is a junior at the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University where she studies journalism and economics. She is currently studying abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark while also hopping around multiple countries in Europe. She loves strange music, street photography and wholesome food. With a love for entertainment and culture writing, she maintains a personal music blog at  the omelette chronicles  and does amateur food photography at  eat your jams . Follow her on Twitter  @DeniseDSLu .

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London is a stable and inclusive city. It is the capital and the most famous city of England. Its eminence is due to the presence of river Thames.

History of London:-

As every city has some history, so does the London, It possesses a history of more than 2000 years but even then it is totally modern. Romans laid its foundation, and they called it with the name Londinium. In 2011, its population was 7,375. In 1889, the city was given the name London. Since that time, it has also recognized as the Country of London and now Greater London.

Modern city:-

It is the modern city as well. It possesses the elegant and stylish features in Mayfair, Hampstead, Knightsbridge, and Chelsea. It also provides the distinct features in Shoreditch, Camden, and Dalston. Moreover, its vast business and the educational center provides the professionals and artists with too many opportunities.

Multicultural City:-

London is based on many cultures. It is stated as the multi-cultural city, and that’s the main reason for me for liking this city. Anyone can learn different cultures from here. Anyone can make friendships and relationships here.

Inhabitants of this City:-

Also, another feature which makes the city most favorite for anyone is the behavior of its inhabitants. British people are very loving, well- mannered, and considerate.

Museums of London:-

The city is well known for its museums which make it the finest city in the world. Most of the museums are free there. The British museums are big, and few of them allows free entry. It’s too big that you cannot look all the things by visiting only once. Other art museums include Victoria, Tate galleries, and Albert Museum. London provides the outstanding exhibitions at the Science Museum, Museum of London, London Transport Museum, Design Museum, and Natural History Museum.

Music in London:-

Everyone likes music, so does I. London offers an unconquerable music legacy. The fact that there born a lot of music legends makes the city an awe-inspiring one.

Cafes and pubs of London:-

As we know that there exist many cultures in London, so this feature offers us with a variety of food. This includes the appetizing tastes of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, etc. you can also have traditional British food out there at many places like Rules, which is the oldest restaurant in London, and also in the pubs.

Different scenes and sights of London:-

London comprises of many historical places like House of Parliament, St. James Palace, The Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. These places are well organized and are looked after carefully.

Recreational areas of London:-

The city is full of greenery as there you can see many gardens, parks, and green open places. You will enjoy the walk here and never feel tired because of the greenery present around. There you can come across about 2000 flowery plant species that are growing. So you can say that the city is full of greenery.

Species of birds and animals present in London:-

There exist 120 species of fish. London’s history shows that there are 60 species of birds which resides in Central London. Moreover, research shows that there survive almost 47 species or groups of butterfly, 270 types of spiders, and 1173 moths. Among others, you can also find 10000 foxes out there. These foxes frequently creep into the House of Parliament. In addition to that, other living creatures that are located in Greater London are mice, rabbit, rats, squirrels, hedgehogs, vole and shrew.

Transportation system of London:-

Transportation is very easy in London. You can reach anywhere you want within time as the bus facility never stops and the bus comes on exact time. This bus system has 8,500 buses with more than 700 routes. It’s one of the best transportation systems in the world. Moreover, London’s metro system is the ancient and second biggest system in the world. It operates 270 stations. About three million travelers travel every day from an underground metro system.

Cable car:-

London cable car which is known as Emirates Airline launched in June 2012. It crosses the river Thames and links Greenwich Peninsula and the Royal Docks together and carries 3,500 people a day.

London airports:-

The city has a great administering system on airports. It comprises of eight airports out of which six are the busiest. West London and London Heathrow Airport are the busiest airports in the world.

Education in London:-

London is the chief universal hub for education as many big universities including the University of London and Westminster University are here. People from all around the world come here to approach higher studies.

Shopping in London:-

London is my favorite city as it offers the best stores for shopping. One of the oldest departmental stores named Selfridges is recognized as the best stores in London.

Weather of London:-

Weather of the city is cold. It possesses a moderate climate. It is one of the things that most people like about London. It’s a rainy city of England. Usually, summers are warm and occasionally hot. The winter season here is cool and moist. You can see snowfall also which can create a disturbance while traveling. In London, autumn and spring seasons are pleasant and enjoyable.

To sum up, all the features mentioned above make London a favorite place for everyone. It’s each and every feature and advancement flourished it as the darling place for us. Above essay provides some basic info about London, you can discuss further essay writing examples to enhance your writing abilities, you can find and add more sample data for essay writing about London city if you are interested in lengthy essays with headings.

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Essay on London Trip

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100 Words Essay on London Trip

Planning a london trip.

When you decide to visit London, making a plan is key. Choose the places you really want to see. London has famous spots like the Big Ben and the London Eye. Pick a time when the weather is nice, usually in the spring or summer.

Traveling in London

Getting around London is easy with buses and the underground trains, called the Tube. Buy a travel card to save money. The Tube map will help you find your way.

Must-See Attractions

Don’t miss the Tower of London and the crown jewels. See the guards at Buckingham Palace. Museums are free, so you can learn a lot without spending money.

Food and Fun

Try fish and chips, a classic London meal. Parks like Hyde Park are great for picnics. At night, the city lights up, and you can watch a play in the famous theater district.

Shopping and Souvenirs

Visit shops at Oxford Street for gifts. You can buy toy buses or a model of the Big Ben. Remember to take lots of pictures to show your friends.

250 Words Essay on London Trip

Planning a trip to london.

When you decide to visit London, the first thing to do is to choose the places you want to see. London has many famous buildings, parks, and museums. You can make a list of the top spots like the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum. It’s a good idea to look at a map and see where these places are. This way, you can visit several places that are close to each other on the same day.

Getting around in London is easy because of the buses and trains. The underground trains, called the Tube, are fast and run to many parts of the city. You can get a special card called an Oyster card to pay for your rides. It’s cheaper and more convenient than buying a ticket each time.

Seeing the Sights

When you’re in London, you’ll see lots of old and beautiful buildings. The Tower of London is a castle with a long history, and you can learn about the kings and queens of England there. For a great view, you can go on the London Eye, which is a big wheel that lets you see the whole city from the sky.

Fun Activities

London has fun things for everyone. If you like animals, you can visit the London Zoo. For those who love stories, there are plays in the theater district, called the West End. You can also eat different kinds of food from all over the world in London’s restaurants.

A trip to London is exciting and full of adventures. Remember to take pictures and enjoy every moment of your visit!

500 Words Essay on London Trip

When you think about traveling to a new place, it’s like getting ready for an adventure. London, a big city in England, is one of those exciting places to visit. Before you go, it’s a good idea to make a plan. You can look at a map and decide which places you want to see. There are so many things to do in London that you might want to make a list. This list could include famous buildings, parks, and museums.

Famous Places in London

London is known for its amazing sights. One of the most famous is the Big Ben clock tower. Even though it’s being fixed right now, you can still see how big and important it looks. Another must-see is the London Eye, a giant wheel that lets you see the city from high up in the sky. If you like history, the Tower of London is a place where you can learn about the kings and queens from long ago.

Museums and Parks

If you enjoy looking at old things and learning, London has some of the best museums. The best part is that many of them are free. The British Museum has treasures from all over the world, and the Science Museum makes learning about how things work fun. After visiting museums, you might want to relax in one of London’s parks. Hyde Park is a big green space where you can walk, play, or just sit and watch the ducks in the pond.

Seeing a Show

London is also famous for its plays and musicals. In a place called the West End, there are theaters that have shows every night. You can watch a story unfold on stage, with actors wearing colorful costumes and singing songs. It’s an experience that you’ll remember for a long time.

Food and Shopping

Trying new food is part of the fun when you’re traveling. In London, you can find food from all over the world. Fish and chips are a classic British meal you might want to try. Shopping in London can be an adventure too. You can visit big stores like Harrods or explore outdoor markets where you can find all sorts of interesting things.

Traveling Around the City

Getting around London is easy because of the Underground, also known as the Tube. It’s a train that goes under the city. There are maps in every station to help you find your way. Riding on the famous red double-decker buses is another fun way to see the city.

A trip to London is like opening a book with lots of different stories. There’s something for everyone, whether you like history, art, nature, or just having fun. By the end of your trip, you’ll have your own stories to tell about the wonderful time you had in London. Remember to take lots of pictures so you can show your friends and family all the amazing things you saw and did on your London trip!

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London’s Airports Strategy Analytical Essay

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Introduction

Background to london, analysis of physical design of london airports, consequences of physical design, london’s strategy, alternative strategy, conclusions, reference list.

London is one of the most significant cities in the world. Very few cities can boast of a rich heritage such as London. The city is centuries old and has been the seat of the monarchy.

London is a very important city, not just in Europe, but also in the world. It provides vital access to Europe from other continents.

In addition to the role London plays as a transport and communication hub, it is also the financial hub of the European continent. It is a centre of commerce and an international meeting point for various cultures, traders, scholars and scientist.

These responsibilities continue to inform the transport and communication design of the city. London is home to some of the most sophisticated air, water, road and rail infrastructure that help the city to keep moving.

Currently, London has six airports. These are, Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton City and Southend. Each of these airports plays an important role in ensuring that London maintains its international leadership status.

The goal of this paper is to examine London’s airport strategy. The examination will consider the organization of each of the six airports to uncover the general strategy in use to manage air transport in the city.

It will include the study of the impact the airports have on the economy of London, as well as the economic opportunities they bring to London. It will be paramount to find out the traffic size and patterns for the airports in order to appreciate the difficulties inherent in developing an airport strategy for the city.

Finally, the paper will consider the strategic initiatives that the city can use to enhance its airport strategy, against a backdrop of the initiatives currently underway.

The rise of London as the most important city in Europe in the industrial age came with a heavy burden to streamline transport. In response, London developed a rail and bus system.

At the turn of the century, the airline industry began operations, initially as part of the war efforts in the First World War and then the Second World War. After the Second World War, London quickly became of the busiest air transport hubs, and currently houses the world’s busiest international airport.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulates the entire industry. Different companies own and run the airports in different areas of the UK.

London is of itself a very vibrant market. Arguably, it is one of the largest markets anywhere on earth in terms of buying power. It is a relatively affluent city by comparison. Therefore, international business people from different countries seek a presence in London as a gateway to the commonwealth nations, and for the opportunity to buy into the lucrative London market.

Having presence in London usually gives companies a competitive advantage because of the seriousness that the city’s name holds in business arenas. The city houses many of the headquarters of international companies, while the London Stock Exchange is one of the most influential stock markets in the world.

The city’s unmatched connections to different cities across the world make it an important connection point for both goods and services. Both travellers and airlines find it easy to connect via London because of the opportunity that the city gives to them.

London is also home to some of the most reputed institutions of higher learning, or is the transit route to access internationally reputed learning institutions scattered across the UK. This makes students and professors to be among the important users of the London airports.

Other users include tourists on vacation seeking to enjoy the historical views that London has to offer. In fact, they comprise the largest traffic at Heathrow.

In addition, a number of people who visit London to access advanced healthcare services. These, among other factors, contribute to the importance of London as an international air traffic hub.

The six London airports have distinct features and characteristics. This section analyses the airfields, terminals, use and access of the six London airports.

The London Heathrow Airport is the world’s busiest international airport by passenger traffic. The airport is in the Borough of Hillingdon, and is twenty-two miles from central London. Heathrow’s history as a large airport goes back to the Second World War.

There was need to build a large airport to support the war effort. However, the war ended before the completion of the airport. This did not halt the project, but led to its repurposing a civilian air terminal. It has since grown to become the world busiest airport by passenger traffic.

The airport has five terminals. Four are operational, while the fifth will be operational in part after completion of its first phase in 2014. The airport is currently operating beyond its capacity. While it should handle 55 million passengers per year, it handled 70 million passengers in 2011.

There extra passengers cause overcrowding at the airport making it one of the least favoured airports by travellers in Europe. The airport serves eighty-six airlines, which operate fights between one hundred and eighty six destinations in ninety countries.

The British flag carrier, British Airways operates from Heathrow while Virgin Atlantic uses Heathrow as one of its major hubs. The airport supports a mix of local and international flights with the latter forming the greater source of traffic.

Heathrow has two runways, each of them dedicated to either landing or taking off. There are plans to increase the number to three in order to increase the capacity to the airport. Initially, the airport had six runways but the other four became unusable as the needs of the airport changed.

To access Heathrow, passengers use the M25, high-speed trains using the subway or passenger buses from central London. There is access to parking for London residents, and there are cars for hire for those that want to drive themselves to their destinations. Taxis also provide transport services in and around the airport.

The airport is famous for its innovative methods aimed at increasing the efficiency of operations. As planes approach the airport, the join four holding stacks and spiral on their way down to the airport.

A plane leaves the bottom of the stack to the runway from each stack in succession while new planes join the top of the stack. This arrangement is unique to Heathrow, and is part of the reason why the airport has been able to keep up with demand despite serious capacity constraints.

The London Gatwick Airport is the second busiest airport in London after Heathrow when measured by passenger traffic. The history of the airport dates back to the late twenties when an aerodrome begun operations adjacent to the current airport site.

It was also part of the war effort. It provided a base for the Royal Air force. Gatwick has the largest number of point-to-point flights in Europe. It serves an average of fifty-two aircraft every hour.

The airport has two terminals, the Northern terminal and the Southern terminal. The airport is operating at seventy-eight percent capacity, which will run out by 2030. The airport will handle forty million passengers by the year 2020.

There is a proposal to construct a new runway and terminal, which will double the effective capacity of the airport. However, there are complaints by conservationist who oppose the expansion of the airport because it will increase noise and air pollution in the area.

Another plan that is in the works is the linking of the Heathrow and Gatwick airports by high-speed rail to turn the two airports into a single hub which will only require one check at Customs and Immigration. If this plan materialises, then it will make this hub the largest of its kind in the world.

It will make it possible to transfer flights between the two airports seamlessly. This idea aims at increasing the efficiency of both airports. It will allow one airport to relieve the other in case of any emergency.

Just like Heathrow, Gatwick provides services to many airlines including British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Ryan air. Initially, most American bound planes used Gatwick airport, but this changed because of the Bermuda II treaty that led to the use of Heathrow as the airport of choice for American air companies.

Gatwick holds the key to the continued leadership position of London as an international business destination. London’s capacity to increase its potential lies in the expansion of the Gatwick airport to take up future traffic.

Just like Heathrow and Gatwick, Stansted’s life as an airport received momentum during the Second World War, but did not begin civil aviation until the early sixties. The UK government decided to develop the Stansted airport as the third airfield in London to ease capacity constraints on Heathrow and Gatwick in the future.

The airport supports local and regional flights and is the main hub of Ryan air, among other airlines. The airport mainly serves low cost carriers because of its lower operational charges compared to Heathrow and Gatwick. There carriers include charter services. Stansted is the third busiest airline in London and the fourth busiest in the UK.

The M11 serves the airport as the main road access to the airport. In addition, there is access to other nearby towns via the A120. In addition, there are coaches and buses that provide transport to the airport. High-speed rail also provides passengers with another option of accessing the airport.

The airport operates with a single runway. Plans to construct a second runway failed to materialise because of local opposition, changes in the political landscape, and pressure on BAA, the then owners, to sell the airport.

BAA owned three out of the six airports in London, which presented a challenge to regulators charged with control of competition in the industry. In addition to the single runway, the airport operates using one terminal, which has three wings. A fourth wing is under construction and it will help to expand the existing capacity.

The London Luton Airport, located in the Borough of Luton, is the fourth busiest airport in London. The airport is relatively small with a total land area of 245 hectares. In 2010, ten million passengers used the airport, marking its highest number of passengers in its history.

The number fell to nine and a half million in 2011. Luton will need to serve up to sixteen million passengers by the year 2030. There is a master plan underway to increase the airport’s capacity to handle the rising passenger numbers.

The airport is the base for easyJet, and other low cost airlines. While the airport mainly serves local routes, it handles chartered flights to nearby continents. Access to the airport is via junction 10a which branches off from the M1 motorway. Like the other London airports, access to Luton can be by road, or rail, using cars buses and coaches.

The owner of the airport up to the mid nineties was a consortium of companies called the London Luton Airport Operations Limited. This consortium was a public private partnership that brought together Airport Group International (AGI) and Barclays Private Equity. However, the parties sold their interest in the airport to the TBI plc.

There is a lot of activity going on in the approval process of the expansion plans that include extending the runways and the taxiways to increase the capacity of the airport. Currently, it cannot carry craft with heavy payloads because of these constraints. The main opponents to the project cite environmental concerns including noise pollution, landscape and visual impact, and destruction of the local ecology and heritage.

London City Airport

The London city airport serves the financial district of London because of its proximity to the centre of the city. In 2011, three million passengers passed through the airport.

Operations at the airport began in 1987 after its original conception in 1981. The current owner of the airport is a consortium made up of Global infrastructure Partners (GIP) and AIG Financial Products.

There are some significant restrictions on the London City Airport. The first restriction came about because of the location of the airport in one of the busiest air spaces in London. A new authority came up to control airspace use.

The second restriction is that the airports runway is short and thirdly, in order to abate noise pollution, the airport allows only aircraft that can manoeuvre a steep glide slope. These restrictions mean that there are only certain types of aircraft can use the London City Airport.

The airport has only one terminal. Its location makes it very competitive for business travellers. However, the number of tourist travellers is on the rise.

The London Southend Airport also has its roots in the world wars. It started operations in First World War. After a brief return to its use as a grazing field, it gained prominence in the Second World War.

The current owner of the airport is the Stobart Group, which also operates the Carlisle Airport. Southend airport, located in the east of London at Essex, was the third busiest airport in the UK until Stansted took up that position in the seventies. Just like many of London’s airports, the Southend airport operates one runway.

The airport hopes to raise its passenger traffic to two million by the year 2030.Like the other London airports, access to Southend is by road, train, bus, and coaches. In addition, there are taxis and cars for hire at the airport to facilitate personal travel.

One of the major prospects for the airport is the upcoming London Olympic Games. Due to its location, the airport will have a major advantage as the airport serving the games. The airport anticipates a lot of business from visitors coming into London to participate in the 2012 Olympic Games.

The airport currently operates from a single terminal. There are major works underway to make it possible for the airport to support intra European flights once again.

Two airlines operate flights from the Southend Airport. Aer Lungus and easyJet operate flights to destinations within the UK, but easyJet has plans to expand its flight routes beyond the UK via the airport.

Airlines using London’s airports

The list of airlines using London’s airports is long. The British flag carrier, British Airways, flies to three London airports. The airports are Heathrow, Gatwick and London City Airports. The British Midland Airways, a fully owned subsidiary of Lufthansa operates almost two thousand flights from London’s airports every week making it one of the largest users of London’s airports.

The airlines serve routes in Europe, Asia and Africa. Virgin Atlantic is the other significant airline operating from London airports. It has destinations in America, Europe, Asia, and Africa and Australia. A number of national airlines from other countries operate flights to London with five or less flights per week from various capitals of the world. This makes London one of the most connected of all international cities in the world.

Apart from international long haul flights, London’s airports also support a large number of local and regional flights from its airports. The most prominent among these are Ryan Air and easyJet, which operate point-to-point no frills services to many destinations in Europe and in the UK.

Ryan air is the largest low cost carrier in Europe followed by easyJet. easyJet’s headquarter is in London Luton Airport while its main operating hub is the London Gatwick Airport. It is the largest airline by passenger traffic as s result of its point-to-point flights. Ryanair on the other hand largely operates its flights from London Stansted Airport, though its head office is at the Dublin Airport.

London is one of the busiest aviation routes with over a hundred airlines operating flights to the city. It is impossible to list each of the airlines within the scope of this paper. London has one of the best networks of international flight destinations in the world. This position will remain in that state for some time to come.

London’s Existing Capacity limitations

London has three significant capacity limitations that will limit its growth as an international air transport hub. First, most of London’s airports use single runways. While this is not an immediate problem, it is a very risky position for the city given the capacity constraints witnessed at Heathrow.

Heathrow has two runways, but it is operating at almost full capacity with very little margin for emergencies. Most of the other London airports will approach full capacity usage within the next two decades. The runway problem will be more difficult to mitigate because of the increasing pressure from social and environmental activists who are against the expansion of airports in their neighbourhoods.

The second significant capacity constraint that London airports face comes from the single terminal structure of most of its airports. While this is not necessarily a problem if the airport functions efficiently, it limits the overall capacity of the airport.

Heathrow has increased its passenger carrying capacity by the construction of new larger terminals demonstrating the potential impact of increasing terminal capacity. The single terminal structure used on more than half of London’s airports will become a significant constraint on the city once it exceeds its capacity to handle all the passengers in the city.

Thirdly, most of the airports do not own sufficient land to make it possible for them to expand their runways, taxiways and terminals. The worst affected airport is the London City Airport, which cannot extend its runway to allow aircraft with larger payloads to access it.

In addition to this limitation, the cost of real estate surrounding most of these airports is prohibitive to enable the airport authorities to acquire and develop them conveniently. If the city does not take radical action, it will find itself in a situation where it does not have any reserve capacity, which will in turn stall the city’s growth.

Air Service Provided in London’s Airports

Due to their strategic nature, London’s airports provide a number of air services for both airlines and passengers. These services include aircraft maintenance, hotel, airport transfer services and parking service. The range of services is much broader.

The airports provide hangers for aircraft maintenance for the airlines with local bases. Airlines such as British Airways and easyJet use their bases in London airports to maintain their aircraft.

In addition, international aircraft that require emergency maintenance services get them from the London airports while on transit there. This is a significant economic resource for London because it provides jobs for maintenance crews and thereby stimulates the local economy.

The hospitality industry is also a critical provider of services at the London airports. The high numbers of passengers using London’s airports make them a perfect place to put up hotels. These hotels provide connecting passengers and crew with an opportunity to rest between flights.

This is very critical in London because of its place as an international hub. The presence of hotels also adds value to the local economy because it makes the provision of services a source of foreign exchange. The two largest airports, Heathrow and Gatwick have a number of hotels near their locations while there are plans to build an airport hotel at Stansted.

The third service area that is significant is the array of transport services linking the airports to the city of London. All the airports have road, and rail connections. Under road transport, several options exist for users. It is possible to use buses and coaches, or taxis to access locations within London.

In addition, there are car hire services for people who want to drive themselves into town. There are concepts in the books relating to the linking of the airports directly to facilitate better connection for passenger with connecting flights.

Airports also provide parking services for people flying out of London. The provision of parking is an important part of the service industry provided by airports that determines which airports people prefer to use.

As a result, the airports make it possible for passengers to book their parking spaces in advance to reassure them that they will have space to park their cars when they arrive.

How Airports Affect London’s Economy

The impact of the airports to London’s economy is very significant. The airports provide both direct and indirect jobs to the city residents and to some international workers. In addition, the airports bring in many business people from all countries of the world seeking trading opportunities in London. It also makes it possible for students, tourists and people seeking specialised services to travel to London.

Heathrow airport employs seventy six thousand people directly in the various services it provides there. These people come from all cadres from aeronautical engineers to baggage handlers.

The sheer numbers of people that pass through the airports make it necessary to have a very large number of people working in different departments. Passengers must go through security checks, medical exams, and other types of screening to ensure that the airport is safe for everyone.

This means that there are police officers, medical service providers and anti-terror operatives active at all times. The passengers also need food when they land or when they are stopping over for flights. This calls for hotel and fast food services. Some travellers like to get gifts from different countries hence the need to have souvenir shops at the airports.

The major impact the airports have on the UK economy is that it provides direct jobs for many Londoners, and gives London a special place in the world as a trading centre. Indeed, London is the financial capital of Europe because of the ease of access to it from different cities across Europe and the world.

Tourists also come to London bringing in foreign exchange. On the outward bound, Londoners can access jobs and opportunities in any city in the world that has a connection with London through one of its airports. They can export goods and services through these vital links. The airports are arguably the lifeblood of the city of London.

Consequences of Capacity Limitations

There are stark warnings that if London does not address its capacity limitations in the coming days then it may end up making huge losses in lost opportunities. Heathrow already has a bad reputation as a crowded airport, and one that may not handle an emergency effectively.

Most of the other airports have some reserve capacity, which will run out by 2030. The lack of space to expand airport runways in some airports and the already tight schedules that Heathrow operates threatens London’s expansion as an international destination.

In particular, London is very vulnerable in the South East where there is no international airport. A report by FTI Consulting showed that there will be “lost long benefits from around twenty million pounds to forty seven million pounds in net present value terms over periods of thirty to fifty years”.

The report adds that this is equivalent to loss of the opportunity to create fifteen thousand jobs every year . If London does not spruce up its capacity, then there is a real chance that the city will lose the related opportunities to other cities in Europe that have greater capacity for expansion.

London’s airport strategy has several aspects informing its development. The first key feature of this strategy is that it evolved over time. Most of the airports did not arise from a citywide design but came up because of the needs at their time. The Second World War was especially influential in the location of the current airports.

Most of them came up to support the war effort as bases for the Royal Air Force, and the American forces. The administration of civil use airports also underwent several changes further demonstrating the fact that the London Airport strategy evolved over time as a reactive and not a proactive process.

This strategy development process explains the fact that there are issues currently with London’s vulnerability in the South East relating to its access to air transport.

The second significant element of London’s strategy is that it responded to demand, and still does. While this make a lot of business sense, it adversely affects the long range planning potential of the city hence exposes the city to serious bottlenecks.

The growth of Heathrow, and its expansion plans all respond to demand. The case of Heathrow is testament to the fact that demand patterns alone are a dangerous way of planning because of the potential for demand patterns to change. Currently, Heathrow is approaching full capacity and there is little space left to expand the airport.

The opening of terminal two will help to ease current congestion but it does not address the strategic issues relating to the airline industry. Other airports such as Gatwick are under increasing pressure to take up the Load from Heathrow with plans to connect the two airports to increase efficiencies.

This overreliance on Heathrow is very dangerous for London because of the adverse effects the economy would experience if Heathrow went offline.

The third aspect of London airport strategy is that the city is currently under immense pressure to increase its demand if it hopes to remain competitive. The only two airports with the capacity to handle international flights using long haul, heavy payload aircrafts on a constant basis are Heathrow and Gatwick.

If either of them went offline, then the city will simply be unable to cope with the consequences and it will lose its attractiveness as an international business and travel hub. This is the source of the pressure behind efforts to develop a second runway for Gatwick and a third one for Heathrow.

The final element of London’s airport strategy is that it is under increasing pressure from conservationists not to expand. There is very little that the London City Airport can do to expand its size because of its limited space.

Gatwick and Heathrow can annex some of the nearby land, but this is not acceptable to many conservation groups within London because they feel it will only increase pollution, and destroys heritage sites. Heathrow called off plans to builds new access routes based on concerns by conservationists and lack of political support.

Finally, each airport seems to respond to its challenges using its own priorities. While this is fine for business, it can be dangerous for London because it means that strategic decisions with a large upfront cost but greater longer-term benefits will not feature in the current plans.

This element of London’s airport strategy may cost the city future revenues because of the capacity limitations. It is true that some locations have better chances of hosting successful businesses, but neglecting others bring about problems as described by FTI consulting, where the South East of London lacks access to an airport.

This example demonstrates the need to develop a proactive strategy that looks at the longer term than simply those that make the most business sense in the short term.

The final feature of London’s airport strategy is the move towards greater efficiency with existing resources as compared to expansion of the resource base. This is one of the most promising trends in the London airport strategy.

This strategy is what makes Heathrow operational today despite its traffic load. Without the efficiencies that the airport uses to handle landings and takeoffs, it would not be possible to operate Heathrow at its current levels.

The only issue is the risk that these methods bring. If an accident took place at Heathrow, the economic cost will be very high. This explains why there is need to develop more capacity at Heathrow.

The following proposals can help London to improve its airport strategy.

Coordinated development: London’s airports have different owners who have different priorities hence they pursue different development models. While this is the main philosophy behind liberalization of markets, it often fails to deliver all round development.

Business people go for the best opportunities to make a profit as soon as possible hence they may fail to consider the overall needs of the communities that host them. There is a critical need to control the development of London’s airports to enable the city to respond better to both unforeseen disasters and opportunities.

For instance, there is need to develop risk analysis models to determine whether London can survive the catastrophic loss of either Gatwick or Heathrow.

Expansion of Gatwick and Stansted: The second proposal for London to consider is expanding the physical size of both Gatwick and Stansted to ensure that they can handle Heathrows traffic if need arises. It will be better if the city uses a longer planning horizon such as fifty years as opposed to the current fixation with 2030.

All the airport expansion plans seem to look at 2030 as the crunch year for London’s airports. A longer planning horizon can look at issues like reserving space for development such that when the time comes for further airport expansion, then the process will be quicker.

It will eliminate constrains such as those outlined regarding the London Luton Airport, which is currently too small, and it cannot acquire the land it needs because of local resistance.

Work on an efficiency focussed paradigm: There is a real opportunity for the airports in London such as the London City Airport to expand its operational capacity by increasing its operational efficiency. The example of Heathrow on this front provides lessons on how to manage increasing demand versus dwindling capacity.

The idea behind this proposal is that if there is an airport that cannot expand its capacity simply by increasing the size of its runways and taxiways, and also its terminals, then it can improve the efficiency of handling the passengers to ensure that they take as little time as possible at the airport.

It means that the airports should invest in efficiency by studying better handling methods, such as online check in and remote security checks, and faster baggage handling to reduce check in and checkout time.

Development of a gateway to the South East of London: On the issue of South East London, it may not be viable to construct a new airport, but it may be sensible to connect the nearest airports to the southeast using high-speed dedicated rail service.

In fact, the idea of remote check in and remote frisking can work here. Using remote sites to conduct security checks means that the airports will become rapid transit zones. It will be even safer because no one, such as terrorists seeking access to the airport will be near enough to inflict any damage on it.

This approach will also ensure that there is an area in London free from air traffic. This in itself will make the place attractive to locate facilities evading noise from aircraft.

• London is a strategic city with a lot of economic potential because of its network of airports. The city has six airports each with some kind of capacity to handle international flights. The connections of the airports to many cities around the world make London a convenient connection point and stop over for many flights and passengers.
• The current capacity constraints threaten future prospects for the city as an international hub. The airports cannot expands as easily as they would like hence London stands to lose some of the aviation business to better placed European countries. This will lead to massive losses in future opportunities in both revenues and jobs.
• The most significant forces derailing the expansion of London’s airports include rise in property prices and conservation activism. Airports that must acquire land to expand have to spend much more that it cost to acquire the original sites because of the rise in value of lands adjacent to airports because of their commercial value. In addition, there is pressure from social activists and environmental activists who are against the expansion of airports citing air and noise pollution, and the destruction of natural habitats and heritage sites.
• Efficiency is one of the major opportunities for the growth of the aviation industry in London. Airports can significantly increase their operating capacity by improving the efficiency of operations. The model available for the development of this concept is Heathrow Airport.
• A possible idea to use to increase airport efficiency is the development of remote immigration and customs, and security checks to help expand the airports capacity. It will transform the airports to rapid transit zones. It also calls for a similar baggage handling system.

The future of London rests in the actions that the current industry players will take. If they choose a strategic route that takes into account the future needs of the city, then all will be well. However, if they follow the current demand driven models and short range planning, then London will lose its competitive advantage as an international hub.

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