Goodbye London

It is really hard to believe that we have already come to the end of our first city. Our four days in London flew by incredibly fast as we got going on our European trip and did as much as physically possible.

I loved London. As I said to the guys over a beer tonight, this was one of the easiest places to travel to; the language is the same and the culture, while different, is very relatable to that of the US. The British are charming, chivalrous, and sometimes dry people. On the very first morning here in London, literally right after I got off of the plane, I was already arguing with the guy who was selling us our Tube tickets. They don't take your shit here, they say what they think- especially when they know you're American.

More than anything else, this is truly an international city. While they proudly claim that they are the originators of the English language, there is as much French, Italian and Arabic as there is English. It is a real-life melting pot of different cultures and philosophies, and it was really fasiciatig to walk through each of the small neighborhoods that made up each respective demographic.

I have always wanted to come here to this city, and while I am sad to go, I had an amazing few days here with the guys and can't wait to come back one day soon.

Tomorrow, we head to the city of lights, PARIS.

Talk to you from the other side of the channel, enjoy the photos.

Greg

Ps. Dave just posted a blog at the exact same time, right below the pics.




The Tower of London in the background of the tube station




Tower Bridge with three handsome gentlemen







I really was happy to buy that ice cream cone.







Dave took certain liberties with The Bear while he was busy looking at the steam engine at the tower of London.




...Steve was so distraught he buried himself in his drink