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London’s Winter Wonderland: A Canadian’s Guide to Seasonal Magic

Regent Street, London

From Toronto to London: A Weather-Driven Journey

“I moved to London for the weather,” said no one ever—except me. As a proud Canadian, I’ve braved the infamous duo of Toronto seasons: Winter and Construction. And if I never ever again have to dig my frozen car out of several feet of snow, or toss away another pair of salt-stained boots, color me happy.

Piccadilly, London

LONDON IS LIT FOR CHRISTMAS

Carnaby Street, London

Fortnum & Mason, London

London in December: The City That Glows

Forget about the North Pole; London in December is where the magic happens. It’s the time when the city transforms into a glittering spectacle, outshining Rudolph’s red nose. And if winter in London were a movie, it would get two thumbs up from Clark Griswold and family.

Annabel’s

Illuminating London: A Tour of Twinkling Delights

Every year, I embark on a mission to find London’s most dazzling lights—the ones that spark joy. So here is a glint of this festive frolic through the city’s luminous landscapes. Let’s light up your holiday spirit like the Oxford Street Christmas lights on opening night!

LONDON’S MOST BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Cartier, Mayfair, London

Ralph Lauren, Mayfair, London

The Churchill Arms Pub

Claridges Hotel, Mayfair, London

The Connaught Hotel, Mayfair, London

The Royal Arcade, Piccadilly, London

Embrace the Merry Moments

So…as the snowflakes dance (or maybe it is just grey drizzle) and the city glows, I extend a Merry Christmas to all my friends near and far. May the joy of the season wrap around you like a warm scarf, and may you hold onto it tighter than a last-minute Christmas shopper clings to the last gift on the shelf. Haha, that’s about as Ho-Ho-Ho as I get.

Tottenham Court Road, London

You’re still here? Ok, you asked for it… for all those who tell me I am impossible to buy for, may I have 30 seconds of your time?