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At Home I'm a Tourist

Monday, 31 July 2017

The Tubbs family has always lived in or near London but there are still loads of places there we've never been. Every so often we drag the Tubblet out, get on the train and pretend we're tourists for the day.

We find buildings we've never seen, shops we've not browsed, museums we've not visited, restaurants, coffee shops and bars we've never tried and side streets we've never wandered down plus random bits of river.  

At the end of the day we get on the train with sore feet, lighter purses and feeling like we've been on a mini city break.  

Holiday time can feel a bit competitive. Particularly in the Blogosphere.  What plans do you have? Where's the furthest you've been?   I've just come back from ...

It's easy to get caught up in it all, but not everyone can afford to play that game.  Particularly during the school holidays when prices double or treble. We're lucky enough to have family aboard so we visit them.  Like many others we also get creative.  If you put your mind to it, anywhere can be a holiday.  Being a tourist in your own city or neighbourhood is great fun.  Ever tried it?  

Here are some photos taken on our last London adventure:

London down by the river

London down by the river

London by the river


Hope everyone is enjoying the summer holidays and has great plans for the summer.  I'm really looking forward to hearing all about them!  As I mentioned last week, Someplace Strange will be having a break.  There will be one post a week instead of two.  Normal service will be resumed in September.  Have a great summer!!!
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33 comments

  1. Lydia C. Lee31 July 2017 at 23:35

    I do this all the time in Sydney - I fall slightly in love with the city more when I do....I think it's a great head space to appreciate what you have on your doorstep. #GlobalBlogging

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:06

      Wandering around really does make you appreciate where you live. Sydney is one of the places I'd love to go to :) You're very lucky to have it on your doorstep

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  2. Unknown1 August 2017 at 09:23

    I love exploring my local area - though it's not as big as London, it's really easy to access Manchester and Liverpool and there's always something new to see!

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:07

      Only been to Manchester and Liverpool a few times. They're both places I'd love to see more of

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  3. Heidi Brown1 August 2017 at 09:28

    Great idea, we often too just pop out and explore. I could never keep up with the holiday competitions of the blogosphere!! Chris and I have nver been on holiday, we just don't have enough disposable income, we did manage 3 days pod campling in witterings 2 years ago which was nice, our first 'Holiday' together and as a little family! #twinklytuesday

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:08

      We have family aboard so are able to stay with them. Our holidays would be very different without them. We'd just staycation and have a few days out here and there.

      Your first holiday sounds lovely :)

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  4. Whisky of the Week1 August 2017 at 10:22

    London has got amazing places to explore. You can be a tourist through London for years! A city I love. Great post. #dreamteam

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:08

      Thank you :)

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  5. Sadie | Be Your OwnExample1 August 2017 at 15:05

    I love doing things like this in my own city (Glasgow) or even in other areas of the country. A stay-cation can often be just as good or even better than a trip abroad. I love your photos!
    #bigpinklink

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:08

      Thank you! Made my day as my photos aren't usually the blog's best feature :)

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  6. Unknown1 August 2017 at 17:51

    I really should get around my new city and explore. It really is just about making the effort. You inspire me :) #globalblogging

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:08

      Thank you! Happy exploring

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  7. Kim Carberry2 August 2017 at 19:50

    We prefer to have days out instead of a proper holiday. There is so much to do and see where I live. We still haven't explored everything. We couldn't afford a proper two week holiday over the summer...It's both my girls and my fella's birthday over the holidays and then there's uniforms to buy for September. #bestandworst

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:09

      We have family to stay with otherwise we'd be in the same boat. School uniform is so expensive! Particularly when they insist you buy it from specific shops ...

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  8. Unknown2 August 2017 at 19:56

    I love going to London as a tourist...the gremlin loved the tube last time. There is so much to see! Thanks for sharing with #bestandworst and have a fan summer x

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:10

      You too! Have a wonderful time and thank you for hosting each week

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  9. thisiswhereitisat2 August 2017 at 20:22

    There is so much to see in London and some really beautiful places, your pictures are stunning X #bestandworst

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:10

      Thank you :)

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  10. Beth @ BethinaBox.com2 August 2017 at 23:00

    London has so many wonderful places to visit. We live in a small town (village maybe) that has some beautiful walks. I'd love to get out more and explore them. #bestandworst

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:10

      I hope you find the opportunity. Rattling around your local area is great fun :)

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  11. Lisa Pomerantz3 August 2017 at 11:25

    I love being a tourist in our own city (Philadelphia, PA)! It is so much fun and gives the kids an entirely new perspective on things. It's great to appreciate where you are and why its wonderful! Lovely post, Nikki! #toadventure

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:11

      I've only been to Philadelphia once but really enjoyed it. For some bizarre reason I thought you were in NY so I've learnt something new :) Say hello to Gatsby for me :)

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  12. Unknown3 August 2017 at 18:54

    Pretty cool to live in a space that doubles as a great vacation spot! Why leave?

    Thanks for linking up to #globalblogging

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:11

      We are very lucky. Enjoy the summer! :)

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  13. Unknown3 August 2017 at 21:33

    Love this idea. We're a long way from London unfortunately but I was born in York and it's my favourite place to now visit as a tourist. As you say there is always somewhere new to explore on the doorstep! Hope you're having a great summer. Thanks for linking to #DreamTeam x

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    1. Tubbs4 August 2017 at 14:12

      Thank you :) Thank you all for hosting each week and have a great summer

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  14. Lisa Pomerantz5 August 2017 at 14:59

    Making your home a destination spot is brill! Love it! And here in Phialdelphia, PA, where we reside, has such history. We can do this! Of course, our ridiculous leader of the free world would make us all want to throw out history and become an expat... But that is for another day! #BigPinkLink <3 xoxo

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    1. Tubbs7 August 2017 at 10:45

      Our government's ridiculous policies sometimes make us feel the same way! Again, a post for another day! I've only been to Philadelphia once but loved it. Be great to go back :) It's full of history - although most of it starts with "And then the British did ..."

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  15. Laura Dove6 August 2017 at 19:28

    Oh I love this! We try to explore our town as much as possible and take part in local tourist events, etc, there is so much on our doorsteps if we take the time to look. #globalblogging

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    1. Tubbs7 August 2017 at 10:46

      So true! So many interesting (and free) things to do if you make the effort to seek them out. It's amazing how many museums I haven't seen yet :)

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  16. Mummascribbles7 August 2017 at 21:27

    Aww, your photos are all of where I previously worked! I loved going out at lunch and wandering down the Thames. Just gorgeous. Thanks for linking up with #TwinklyTuesday

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  17. Lucy8 August 2017 at 23:32

    Sometimes holidays at home are the best days #humpdaylinky

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  18. zakkidua23 August 2017 at 22:19

    Moscow - Since Moscow is the capital of Russia, it is also the main gateway to the country and its provinces and tourist will usually start their sight-seeing tours here exploring Russia view here from this ancient city. Moscow itself is also home to several tourist attractions such as the Kremlin and the Red Square amongst many others.

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