London Calling: Our Couple’s Getaway (Harrods, Musicals & a Tiny Fire)

There are few things more magical than London in the fall—and even fewer things more magical than leaving your kids at home while you go. My husband and I just got back from a whirlwind London adventure, and let’s just say: between palaces, musicals, graffiti tunnels, shopping and some badass street style, this trip had everything.

The Royals, the Views & the Big Ben of It All

We did the classics—because how can you not?

• Buckingham Palace: I waved, but apparently the Queen wasn’t home.
• Westminster Abbey: Gorgeous, historic, and the kind of place that makes you feel slightly underdressed even in your best travel outfit.
• London Eye: A giant ferris wheel that doubles as a marriage test. (Do you hold hands and soak in the skyline, or argue about how high up you are?)
• Tower of London: Ravens, crown jewels, and enough history to keep even my husband impressed.

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Where We Ate, Drank & (Accidentally) Almost Caught on Fire

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No, seriously. Soho House White City turned into a scene straight out of a British tabloid with water rushing into the building as a fire engulfed the former BBC headquarters nearby. Don’t worry—everyone was fine, including my blowout.

Food-wise, London did not disappoint:

• Kettner’s: Chic, historic, and the perfect lunch date spot.
• Neal’s Yard: The most colourful corner of Covent Garden
• Soho House Greek Street: Cozy vibes before the “other Soho House incident.”
• Covent Garden: As we perused the mix of cuisines, pre-theatre dining, and even food markets in Covent Garden, we stumbled into the Phlur popup (hello, gorgeous perfumes!) and left smelling expensive.

And then there was Harrods. One of my followers commented, “Which house are you selling?!” after I posted about it. Fair question. Let’s just say the food hall is dangerous, the fashion is drool-worthy, and yes—I came home with something I definitely didn’t need but absolutely wanted.

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Pub Life: Where Eagles Fly at 2 A.M.

Pubs in London aren’t just about beer—they’re about commitment. Case in point: we found ourselves in a Philadelphia Eagles bar at 2:00 in the morning… and it was packed. Packed! With actual fans, cheering like it was the Super Bowl. Only in London would staying up until dawn for American football make perfect sense.

Not to be outdone, we caught the Jets game at another pub on Sunday. Yes, I suffered through another Jets loss—but hey, I was in London, pint in hand, so I guess it could have been worse!

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Art, Theater & Street Magic

By pure chance, I got to witness something absolutely magical in London: the incomparable Todrick Hall making his directorial debut with Burlesque the Musical at the Savoy Theatre! Not only was he the director, but also the choreographer, the composer of 20 jaw-dropping numbers, and one of the lead characters. Is there anything this man can’t do? Truly the best musical I’ve ever seen.

And none of it would have happened without the incredible Caryn Sterling, Todrick’s powerhouse manager, who led us straight into this unforgettable experience. Forever grateful, Caryn—London, you stole our hearts!

Bonus: Todrick already has another original musical on the horizon—Midnight—and I cannot wait to see what he does next.

Street Poetry: A poet literally wrote us something on the spot. Hands down, the coolest and most unexpected souvenir of the trip.

Leake Street Tunnel: London’s legal graffiti zone. Think Banksy meets Instagram backdrop—yes, I made my husband take a million photos.

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Top 11 Couple’s Spots in London

1. Buckingham Palace – wave like royalty
2. London Eye – skyline views at sunset
3. Westminster Abbey – history + grandeur
4. Tower of London – ravens, jewels, drama
5. Covent Garden – shop, sip, wander
6. Soho House Greek Street – cozy date vibes
7. Kettner’s – chic lunch spot
8. Duck & Waffle – brunch in the clouds
9. Harrods – fashion, food & fantasy
10. Broadway – SO many incredible shows
11. Notting Hill – relive an all-time favourite rom-com!

Top 11 Kid-Friendly London Adventures (if you’re taking the kiddos along)

1. Natural History Museum – dinosaurs galore
2. Science Museum – hands-on fun
3. London Zoo – animal encounters
4. Harry Potter Studio Tour – pure magic
5. Tower Bridge – climb the glass walkways
6. London Eye – kid-approved thrill
7. Hyde Park – playgrounds and boating
8. Covent Garden – street performers
9. Cutty Sark in Greenwich – ship ahoy!
10. Borough Market – snacks for all
11. Peter Pan Afternoon Tea Experience at the Aqua Shard

Until Next Time, London

London, you were a dream. Between the palaces, perfume pop-ups, and pub football at insane hours, I’m already planning our next trip. (And yes, I’m still open to sponsorships for my Harrods habit.)

What are your favorite hot spots in London? Comment below!