Some thoughts on London:
1)London is just a really vibrant, hip, energetic city. It has a certain vibe and everyone seems really active and busy all the time. I guess the closest American city I can think of to it is SanFrancisco.
2) There are NO giant SUVs anywhere. Seriously, even on the highway in from Heathrow and in the expensive neighborhood we stayed in, we never saw anything bigger or fancier than a mid-sized Land Rover or a Mitsubishi. And even they looked sort of useful and unpretentious, like they were trying to blend into the crowd of smaller vehicles. Not an Escalade or Hummer in sight.
3)There are bikes and motorcycles and scooters EVERYWHERE. All sorts of people are riding them- people in business suits, casual clothes, with baskets full of groceries or briefcases strapped to the side. They are totally fearless in the crazy traffic too.
4)Its a little warmer, seasonally here than at home and everything is blooming- roses, tulips, everything. Its just lovely and you get the feeling that Londoners really appreciate this perfect weather and sunshine, because they know it won't last.
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