England - London

First solo backpack trip ever, rather excited. Checked-in to my 6 bed hostel at 8pm and below is a picture of my hostel. The night was still young so I decided to take tube to River Thames for London night view. London Eye is actually much smaller and dimmer than Singapore Flyers. Strolled along the river from London Eye to London Bridge which took me around 40 minutes. The night stroll along the river Thames was peaceful yet enjoyable.

Day 2: Woke up relatively early to catch the Changing of Guards at Buckingham Palace at 11am. Reached at 10:30am but there were already a massive crowd camping there and I couldn't get a good view. The ceremony was actually alright and I wouldn't say it's a must for anyone touring London. Ate lunch and headed to National History Museum, one of the many free museums in London. Finished up the evening with Science Museum and Victoria Museum as they are just around the corner.

Day 3: Woke up pretty late and went straight to Borough Market for food. Spent a total 14 pounds on scallops, fresh oysters (1.5 pounds per oyster and MUST TRY), curry rice and chocolate doughnut.

Spent the whole afternoon in British Museum which is really really huge, probably need a full day there if you wish to see all the displays in detail. Headed to Lobster and Burger Restaurant for mandatory lobster dinner in London. The 20 pounds is no doubt well-spent!

Day 4: Took train to Windsor Castle for half-day trip. Windsor Castle is very much like Versaille Palace where it was the home of former Kings and Queens.

Day 5: Cambridge

Pounds is a very scary currency and London is an expensive city. But no doubt London is a mandatory trip for anyone who goes UK as it is the heart of the all activities. This backpack trip alone really allowed me to reflect and find out more about myself.