So right after May's MAAD we went away for about 2 weeks, first to London, then to Hungary. We didn't choose these locations, merely followed along Hubby's work itinerary. I've been to London before, but this time I really fell in love with it. I won't bore you with the musicals, playgrounds, toy shops, museums that I've been to, so will just share about 2 places that I really love.
The first is Camden Lock Village. I had my best shopping day here - art photo prints, handmade trinkets, art objects, souvenirs, etc. We went on a weekday, so could shop around at a very leisurely pace (and less chance of running into pickpockets too). Stuff is not exactly cheap compared to back home (all thanks to the very strong pound), but if you like art and bazaars, then this is a must-go place!
Another place that I really like is Greenwich. A quaint and quiet little town, it has a small art market that has more handmade and vintage items than at Camden, but slightly pricier too. I also like the small little shops around the market, and here I found a games shop which has Junior Cluedo (finally found it!) and some other interesting games that both girlie and I enjoyed. So guess who's the happiest! :)
Our days at Hungary were not as well planned as London, and basically we did the usual touristy things too - went to the circus, theme park, Hungarian National Gallery at the Castle Hill District, Danube Boat Ride and a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour. We had ghoulash again and again until we craved for good old Chinese soup. In Hungary pace of life seems slower compared to London, and art and history is everywhere, in the buildings, squares, bridges.
Parliament House
Fountain outside Hungarian National Gallery
My favorite painting at the Gallery called The Skylark. Where is the skylark? At the top right hand corner, a little small dot!
Handmade glasses at a souvenir shop
Our hotel with such artistic decor
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