In this special bonus episode of Travel in 10, host David Brodie brings back a listener favorite from the archives: a first-time family trip to London, England. Originally recorded in 2011, this episode is packed with immersive sounds from the city and timeless recommendations for how to spend 3–4 days in London with kids—including markets, museums, restaurants, and iconic attractions.This episode was previously only available as a video on our Voyascape YouTube Channel, but we’re bringing it back to the podcast feed due to popular demand.In This Episode: What to See & Do on a First Trip to LondonExplore London’s Best Markets:Old Spitalfields Market – An all-weather indoor market with food, fashion, and a great local vibeBrick Lane – Pop-up stalls, record vendors, vintage fashion, and the iconic Vibe BarColumbia Road Flower Market – A Sunday staple with tons of personalityThe Sunday UpMarket – Local designers, vintage finds, and fantastic global street foodFamily-Friendly Museums:Museum of Childhood – A hands-on, free museum featuring toys from the 1800s to todayBritish Museum – Antiquities from Egypt, Greece, and beyondNational Gallery – See masterpieces by Van Gogh, Picasso, and moreTop London Landmarks:London Eye – A 30-minute ride offering stunning views of the cityBig Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street – All within walking distanceGetting Around:Use an Oyster Card for access to the Tube and busesClassic double-decker buses and bike rentals also availableWhere to StayW London – Leicester Square: Stylish and modern with a central location steps from Chinatown, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square. A perfect base for your first visit.Where to EatThe Spice Market (formerly in W London) – Flavorful pan-Asian cuisineJamie Oliver’s Catherine Street – A new flagship replacing the now-closed Jamie’s FifteenBocca di Lupo – Fantastic Italian fare in the theatre districtGelupo – Fresh gelato and imported Italian productsGordon Ramsay’s Plane Food at Heathrow – Elevated airport dining and gourmet picnic baskets to-go🎧 Listen to more episodes from around the world on:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music📸 Follow us on Instagram: @voyascapemedia📺 Watch more on YouTube🌍 Explore our full network at Voyascape.comNote:...

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