Visit London; Regents Park and Primrose Hill

The Regent's Park with Primrose Hill only 25 min away by bus from The Palm HotelThe Regent’s Park, 166 hectares (410 acres), was designed in 1811 by renowned architect John Nash and includes stunning rose gardens. The Park is the largest outdoor sports area in London catering for football, softball and rugby, and a cricket pitch. There are wild bird species and waterfowl.

The Park hosts London Zoo, the Open Air Theatre (performances end May to early September), bandstands and a boating lake. There are cafés include The Garden Café, The Honest Sausage, The Boathouse Café, and the Tennis Centre Café.

The view from the top of Primrose Hill is one of London’s best, affording a fantastic panorama across the city. There is a playground, sports facilities and public toilets with disabled access.

London Olympics; Volunteers Wanted

With the countdown standing at 680-days-to-go the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG) has issued a call for volunteers to help ensure the event runs smoothly.

Some 70,000 volunteers are being sought to take up the “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to act as everything from welcome desk staff, ticket checkers, and costume assistants, to drivers and event stewards.

Millions of guests from around the world are expected in London for the event, which will take place in July and August 2012.

LOCOG chairman, Sebastian Coe, said: “Volunteering with us will be challenging but the rewards are life-long as our London 2012 Games Makers will literally make history happen.

“We want the best team players in the UK to apply, people who show the same qualities as our athletes including dedication, focus and grace under pressure.”

Applications are open until midnight on October 27th.

Camden Lock; Palm Hotel Suggestions for Autumn Weekends

Camden Lock (30 min away from Palm Hotel by bus) is one of London’s most vibrant shopping and entertainment areas. Live music and comedy venues, café’s and bars it’s a brilliant place to meet up with some of the city’s most creative people.

The Lock is the original ‘Camden Market’, opened in 1973 as a collection of artisan workshops. Clustered in and around the award-winning Market Hall, you’ll find small shops and market stalls selling everything from vintage fashion, handmade jewellery and beautiful homewares sourced from around the globe. It’s also a great place to spot new young designers.

Delicious food; from stacks of vegetarian goodies to hearty steaks and the waft of heady spices, there's a global kitchen on offer. You can arrive by Waterbus on the canal from Maida Vale or London Zoo right into the heart of the market. Open seven days a week, (just closed on Christmas Day), and close to the Eurostar terminal at Kings Cross, the nearest tube stations are Camden Town and Chalk Farm (on the Northern Line).

Open every day from 10:00am - 6:00pm (except Christmas Day) For Late night shopping, please check the website. Bars and venues are open late.

The Palm Hotel

Don't Miss Lady Gaga at the The O2

She played several triumphant dates at the venue in February and May this year and is bringing her amazing Monster Ball tour back for more in December.Lady Gaga has sold out The O2 several times before so make sure you buy your Lady Gaga tickets now.

16 December 2010 to 17 December 2010 doors open at 6:30 PM

Don't forget to book your London Hotel when you've booked your tickets

Hampstead Heath; London's Favourite Spaces

Hampstead Heath (and Heathfield House) is one of London's best loved open spaces, the Heath's remarkable range of habitats is only 10 min away from the Palm Hotel

London Design Festival 2010

This Saturday, 18th London Design Festival 2010 will be in its eighth year. Last year was a pretty big one: over 200 commissioned installations and exhibitions, more than 150 launches, private views and parties… it does help confirm our position as creative capital of the world.

There’s even this from Mayor of London, Boris Johnson: “The London Design Festival offers an outstanding showcase of some of most exciting design anywhere in the world. Amidst international competition and as we move out of the downturn, it is imperative we continue to support design and celebrate its importance to our city.”

London Design Festival 2010 runs from 18th - 26th September

For more information, visit the link

England v Montenegro Euro Qualifier at Wembley

England's third game in their Euro 2012 Qualifying campaign is a home fixture against Montenegro at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday 12th October.

Tickets are available NOW from the ticket hotline and don't forget to book your North London hotel

Tue 12 Oct 2010
Kick off: 8:00 pm