6 facts about London Transport that you may not know

London is famous for its transport all over the world!

It houses the oldest underground service in the world which dates back to 1863, a whopping 152 years since it was first established.  Its home to one of the most iconic transport systems in the world with its red double-decker busses and black cab taxis. Has a wide variety of other transportation methods including city wide bikes for hire courtesy of Santander; or the emirates air line cable cars which cross the river Thames.

Summer internships in London: best investment ever!

There are plenty of jobs on offer in the financial capital of the world - London. Many people every year apply for internships or part time jobs over the summer holidays in order to gain job experience whilst simultaneously earning a hefty sum of money and making friends along the way. Many more people find exactly what they are looking for - jobs in the financial sector with plenty of potential prospects and open doors, and understandably so as London offers an immense array of opportunities to people from all walks of life. You could be one of those people and make a name for yourself this summer with no better place to stay than with ShortLet-London, the most convenient vendor offering fully serviced apartments at one of the cheapest and most affordable rates in London.

Easter Holiday ideas in London: things to do

Easter Holiday in London

With St. Patricks day coming to an end and Easter just around the corner, London is inviting you to join us for a short stay, a family vacation or even a business trip (our motto has always been work hard but play harder) in the fantastic city of London - the financial and cultural capital of the world!

Easter has traditionally been a family period, with many deciding to spend the holiday with their loves ones. Admittedly this is still true, however more opportunities have become available to those who would like to spend the weekend otherwise, this is especially true due to the fact that the easter period has diversified from simply being a religious holiday to now including a plethora of different activities, festivals and celebrations during the same time frame.

Before we discuss the new possibilities, lets not forget about traditional easter celebrations such  as egg painting, easter pastry baking, egg box and hat crafting, and of course - easter egg hunting (followed promptly by stuffing your face with as many chocolate easter eggs as you can find), a simple google search along the lines of “easter egg hunts in London” should just about do the trick so get your diary ready and start planning.

Spring is coming! Things to do in London in March and April

Spring is a season of re-emerging beauty, fresh smells and vibrant colours – all of which can be witnessed across London’s many parks and gardens. The world renowned Royal Botanic Gardens Kew; the highly acclaimed Chelsea Physic Gardens (one of the world’s oldest apothecaries’ gardens); and the outstanding Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park, are only a few of the excellent parks across London, all of which are culturally significant and have great facilities which include fantastic picture opportunities: catering perfectly to all nature lovers which are considering a vacation in London over the spring period.

St Patrick’s Day in London

If you have not decided yet when to arrange your holiday stay in London, Short let London suggest using St Patrick’s Day as an excuse to visit this incredible city.  This St Patrick’s Day promises a lot of fun with the biggest parade and free festivals. So, don’t let the fun pass by. If anyone knows how to throw a party, it’s the Irish.

If you are not sure what is this day all about, let us give you some insight into what is planned for St Patrick’s Day 2015.

First of all for St Patrick’s Day is dedicated to the Patron Saint of Ireland. People usually wear something green as it is symbolic to Ireland. You will be able to see a lot of people with green face paint, hats and shamrocks attached to their clothes.

Easter Holidays in London

London is always full of different events and activities, especially at Easter 2015.
Therefore, Short let London created a list of the best things to do for Easter 2015.

Short let London invites you to enjoy family Easter activities, which promise to be exciting and entertaining for people of all ages as Easter is not just for children, grown-ups will have some fun too. Events will take place all over London, so regardless where you reserve our holiday apartment you will be able to enjoy arts workshops, live shows and exhibitions for kids.

Short let London also created some Easter packages for holiday apartments you can rent out for a short time. The apartments are very well located to give you the best and the quickest access to London activities this Easter.

Now, let’s see what a great fun will happen in London this Easter...

Things to do on Valentines Day in London

Red roses, gifts, paper hearts and romance.
Do you think that is what St Valentine’s all about?
Maybe not.

Why not to impress and pamper your best half to a fabulous time away from home. 

Would you go to Paris? Perhaps not. It is so trivial.  

Amaze your lover with a comfortable stay in London this St Valentine’s day. 

London has an ideal mixture of cool, sweet and outstanding events. Short let London handpicked some of the best options for you to choose from. Even if you cannot take your eyes from each other even for more than a minute, Short let London suggests killing a bird with one stone and combine a romantic, unforgettably dinner with a magnificent view over London.

Several London restaurants take advantage of being located on the river Thames. To honest, London is full of romantic places, take for example Hyde Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic walk among 4000 trees, a lake and rose gardens. It is so easy to forget that you are in Central London.

If you wish to raise your cultural level and impress your lover with a touch of sophistication, then see an opera or a ballet in London’s Royal Opera House. Commence the evening with a romantic dinner on a board of RS Hispaniola bar and restaurant, which opens great views of the London Eye.
But enough with a small talk.

Short Let London suggestions and ideas: romantic journey from 9th to 16th February 2015

Short Let London is ready to present a holiday plan for a romantic St Valentine’s gateway to London. We propose to set the journey from the 9th of February to the 16th of February, so you can enjoy London to the fullest and relax for a romance in the middle.