PREGNANT IN LONDON
The question is not why to go on a babymoon to London but How To Babymoon In London. A city as diverse as London is the perfect destination for expectant couples.
And now BabyMoon Travel offers two pampering maternity breaks at two of London’s top luxury hotels, The Connaught and Bulgari Hotel & Residences.
WHEN TO GO ?
OCTOBER
In October, the following London events are awaiting you : Halloween is celebrated in London with an array of themed events, from family activities at museums and attractions, to special menus in restaurants, and spooky London tours.
London Restaurant Festival is a month-long celebration of London’s top restaurants and celebrity chefs, offering special one-off menus and food-themed events.
Films are also on the menu this month thanks to the BFI London Film Festival, which attracts the biggest names in the movie industry.
NOVEMBER
Kicking off a season of festive fun activities for little kids and big kids is the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, where ice-skating, toy stalls, Santa’s grotto and exciting rides await. (a 20 minutes walk from The Connaught and 15 minutes from Bulgari Hotel & Residences London)
The city also confirms its place amongst the best in the world for musical talent with the London Jazz Festival, a city-wide feast of performances from emerging and established jazz stars.
Petrol heads and classic car enthusiasts take over one of central London’s most iconic roads for the annual Regent Street Motor Show, the largest free show of its kind in the UK. (Regent Street is a a 12 minutes walk from The Connaught and 13 minutes from Bulgari Hotel & Residences London)
DECEMBER
London’s shopping streets are decorated with sparkling Christmas lights, and the stores are full of gift hunters finishing off their Christmas shopping. Christmas markets also make a welcome appearance this month, offering charming crafts and excellent food, not to mention a festive atmosphere and plenty of warming mulled wine.
The seasonal nostalgia continues in Trafalgar Square, where the capital’s biggest Christmas tree glistens, donated each year as a gift from the city of Oslo. Carol services are held around the tree throughout the month.
BABYMOON AT THE CONNAUGHT
What’s included ? Luxurious Accommodations, Daily English Breakfast for two, Late check-out until 2pm, ‘Nurturing New Life for Pregnancy’ treatment(s) at Aman Spa. Man Spa is the first Aman Spa to be built outside the world-famous Aman resorts.
To book, visit baby-moon.eu/the-connaught
Carlos Place, Mayfair, London, W1K 2AL
The-Connaught.co.uk
BABYMOON AT BULGARI HOTEL & RESIDENCES
What’ included ? Luxurious Accommodations, Breakfast in-room or in Il Ristorante, Complimentary Movie in Room, Maternity Massage – 60 minutes, Late check-out at 4pm.
To book, visit baby-moon.eu/bulgari
171 Knightsbridge, London SW7 1DW
BulgariHotels.com
PRE-BABY SHOPPING
Seraphine maternity shops
Kensington Boutique, 179 Kensington High Street
Battersea Boutique, 102 Northcote Road
Marylebone Boutique, 45 Marylebone High Street
The Biscuiteers is your address for beautiful, hand-iced, personalized biscuits, chocolates, cakes and cupcakes. Have a pregnancy craving pause at The Biscuiteers Boutique and Icing Cafe in Notting Hill.
194 Kensington Park Road. And if you already know if you’re having a boy or girl, then definitely get the New Baby Girl or Boy Biscuit Tin, it’s too hard to resist.
Hamley’s
188 – 196 Regent Street
Hamley’s is one of the largest and most famous toy shops in the world. Six huge floors packed full of toys and games, is one of London’s most popular tourist attractions, welcoming in excess of five million visitors each year.
Harrods
Just a 3 minutes walk from Bulgari Hotel & Residences awaits the world-famous Harrods on Brompton Road, Knightsbridge. Harrods is one of the largest department stores in the world. Offering inspiring baby products, from exclusive Harrods branded pluche bears, Christian Dior baby shoes to the newest Balmoral Pram.
UNIQUE AND COMFY MOVIE NIGHTS IN LONDON
The ideal cinema experience for expectant couples can be found at the two locations of Electric Cinema.
Shoreditch location : 64-66 Redchurch St, Shoreditch
As part of the Soho House Group, the Electric Cinema Shoreditch provides an unrivalled level of comfort and style for up to 50 cinema-goers. What better way to enjoy the film than from plush armchairs with cosy cashmere blankets? With a fully licensed deli-bar and coffee station on the ground floor, you’ll find a range of draught beers, wines and cocktails (or non-alcoholic drinks for mom-to-be), light meals and snacks, and excellent coffee, to enjoy before or during the film.
Perfect for expectant couples ? there’s more space for a more comfortable cinema experience with leather seating, footstools and tables for food and drink. In addition, two 2-seater sofas are also available at the rear of the theater, perfect for a romantic night out.
Portobello location : 191 Portobello Road (Notting Hill)
The interior of the Electric Cinema Portobello reflects the cinema’s long history. Sixty-five leather armchairs with footstools and side tables offer unparalleled comfort. In addition there are three 2-seater sofas at the rear of the theatre and six double beds in the front row providing a unique cinema experience. Individual cashmere blankets complete the picture.
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DOWNTON ABBEY FANS
DOWNTON ABBEY FANSIf you’re just like us a Downton Abbey fan, then take the Downton Abbey Tour, starting from London.
Downtown Abbey is actually Highclere Castle in Hampshire; while the shots of Downton village are filmed in rural Oxfordshire. You can take a Downton Abbey tour from London to see the Oxfordshire villages, the filming locations for Downton Place and the home of Dowager Countess Violet Crawley, where you can enjoy afternoon tea in the Downton Room.
approx. 10 hours
Visit the magnificent Cotswolds countryside and see famous filming locations during this scenic day tour from London. You will travel to the Oxfordshire Cotswolds to see some familiar places in the heart of Downton country. This tour begins with a visit to Blenheim Palace and you will also enjoy a hearty two course lunch in the village of Burford.
Highlights
- Entry to Blenheim Palace
- Visit the Downton Village of Bampton and St Mary’s Church
- Drive Through Shilton
- Optional Two Course Lunch in Burford
- Visit Cogges Manor Farm
- Professional Guide
MUSICALS
Choosing a musical isn’t easy with so many theatres and popular musicals playing in London right now. Most are a 30 minute stroll away from The Connaught and Bulgari Hotel & Residences. We’ve picked a few :
- Jersey Boys (we’ve seen it twice, highly recommended, at Piccadilly Theatre) 20 minutes walk from The Connaught
- Mama Mia ! (Novello Theatre)
- Thriller (Lyric Theatre)
- Billy Elliot (Victoria Palace Theatre)
- The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre)
ON TOP OF THE SHARD
The view from The Shard is the premium visitor attraction at the top of Western Europe’s tallest building, and London’s newest landmark, The Shard. For tickets, visit Tickets The Shard VisitLondon.com
DINNER AT THE MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT IN LONDON
Have a romantic night in London’s most romantic restaurant, Clos Maggiore.
Clos Maggiore is an oasis of calm in the heart of Covent Garden.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT LONDON
The Official Tourist Guide to London
The official tourist guide with really everything you need to know about visiting London.
Used by more than 2 million visitors, The London Pass is a sightseeing city card helping visitors make the most of their trip, saving them both time and money.
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