Always watching...⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ Spotted this amazing street art in Shoreditch during a recent "London’s Urban Jungle Tour" from @withlocals. Our guide, Thom, led us for 2 hours as we explored this gritty, hip area within the East End. Get more details about this tour on my recent article "6 Best Walking Tours in London" on https://travelwithbender.com.⠀ ⠀ ____⠀ ⠀ Shoreditch is also known for it's amazing food scene. We took another tour, this time with @vegan_food_tours to try vegan donuts 🍩, tacos 🌮, homemade sausages and more. Yes, totally plant-based! Even if you're a meat eater, try this tour... I guarantee you'll love it!

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There's an inside joke in London that the city's always under construction. 😉 This view of an iconic red bus on Westminster Bridge contrasted against construction in Vauxhall perfectly sums it up.⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ This shot was taken from the #londoneye. We got free entry with the #turbopass London City Pass. 🎟It optionally includes a prepaid public transport card, so I recommend it for tourists looking to see the most popular attractions with minimal fuss. More details about it on my recent https://ift.tt/2lHvBeQ article "5 Days In London".⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ Reminder: I'm giving away 6 months of free luggage storage to all email subscribers - check out the link in my bio. Coupon codes will email emailed out on 3 October.⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ While in London I used my @tepwireless hotspot to help navigate with Google Maps, and find vegan restaurants on @happycow.

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I'm giving away 6 months free luggage storage to everyone. 🤑😱⠀ Yes, this is not a competition - everyone is a winner, no tricks. All you have to do is sign up for my email newsletter (link in bio @travelwithbender or visit http://twb.tips/luggage) and on Thursday 3 October (in 6 days) I'll send all email subscribers a special discount code for use on @luggagehero. This is a one-time only giveaway. Tell your friends to jump in so they get the code as well. ⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ I captured this view of Tower Bridge on magnificent tour from @walkstours called "London In A Day". It covers all the city's top icons including the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and Changing of the Guard. Check out https://ift.tt/2lHvBeQ for a more detailed article covering the 6 best walking tours in London.⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ #takewalks

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Chillin' out in London's Saint Dunstan in the East Church Garden.⠀ The ruins of this church in central London are a 📸😍photographer's dream.⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ While in London 🇬🇧we used a #turbopass London City Pass to see a bunch of amazing attractions including Kensington Palace. Check out the link in my bio for our new article - how to spend 5 days in London.⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ I've been very quiet on IG recently as we're working really hard on something big that I'll finally be able to share with you later in September. It's been in the works for over a year. Stay tuned for a big announcement in a couple weeks.⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ Don't forget to pack a @tepwireless hotspot when you travel to the UK. I used mine for maps, Uber and HappyCow. My lifesaver!

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How To Find The Best Travel Rewards Credit Card

It can be really complicated for a newbie to wrap their mind around earning points with credit cards. I thought it was all too hard and gave up until I learned about a new service that helps you not only find the best travel rewards credit card for you, but also maximise the points and benefits. Did I mention it's completely free?
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5 Days in London: Best Museums, City Icons & Discount Attractions Pass

Planning a short vacation to the UK’s mega metropolis, London, will inflict decision anxiety even on the most ruthless traveller. How do you trim down a mammoth wish list of attractions into a mere 5-day itinerary? I’ve expertly crafted these 5 days in London to combine a discount pass with a generous sprinkling of free museums, galleries and city icons.
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6 Best Walking Tours in London

Most international tourists choose to book a London walking tour to discover the city through the eyes of a savvy local. But choosing the right walking tour is harder than it sounds. I’ve narrowed down hundreds of potentials to 6 of the best walking tours in London, covering history, pop culture, street art and food.
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Walking the streets of York, UK.⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ One of the best things to do in York is simply stroll down the cobblestone streets. This is how we found cute little shops and hidden locations. 👀 York is the birthplace of the kit kat, smarties and home to some of the world's best chocolate, 🍫so it's easy to find a sweet treat any time of the day.⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ What's your favourite chocolate... milk, dark or white?⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ @visityork #OnlyInYork

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What movie is this sign from? ✨⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ There are some stories you can't make up. And this sign at the National Railway Museum of York is one of those. 🚉 Lovers of the particular movie that shall not be named (have you guessed yet?) previously found it at the York Train Station. ⚡️However after a number of people received concussions after attempting to run headfirst into a nearby wall, it was moved to the museum next door and safely hung far away from any walls. #OnlyInYork⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ Oh, and this museum is also the world's largest collection of train cars and locomotives. So train lovers will have a train-gasm here. And everyone else can be greatful that concussions are a thing of the past. 😂lol!⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ For short breaks in York I recommend staying at @middletons_york. It's walking distance to most places in the city, and they have a car park (hard to find in York!).⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ @visityork

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Watching a surreal sunset 😍from Ouse Bridge in York, UK.⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ This particular bridge was completed in 1821, however it dates back to ancient Roman times. Previous versions were made of stone and wood. In fact, the wooden bridge here collapsed in 1154 AD under the weight of a large gathering of Vikings.⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ One of the classic things you have to do in York is a ghost tour. 👻 We took what claimed to be the oldest ghost tour in the world. Lots of heebie jeebies here! Find out more about it in the latest article on https://ift.tt/1ahkIRP (link in bio @travelwithbender).⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ @visityork #OnlyInYork

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View of the York Minster from the ancient city walls.⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ Recently we explored the quaint northern English city of York for 3 days. It's a photographer's paradise with history dating back to the Romans. Check out my best travel tips to help you experience it too in my brand new article (link in bio @travelwithbender).⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ While in York we stayed in the centrally located Middletons Hotel, York @middletons_york⠀ This boutique hotel is only about 5 minutes walk from the centre of town, and the recently renovated rooms are super stylish.⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ ⠀ @visityork #OnlyInYork

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3 Days in Dubrovnik: City Walls, Mount Srd, Lokrum Island & The Best Tours

I recently spent 3 days in Dubrovnik and left feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and inspired by the city’s seaside vibe. I put together this itinerary to help you explore this walled city’s seducing history, taste Michelin-recommended dishes, find Game of Thrones filming locations, and swim at nearby islands. Yep, all in 3 days.
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3 Days In York: Long Weekend Itinerary For English History, Culture & Ghost Stories

York’s backstory had no shortage of drama, and the modern city celebrates its past, warts and all, creating a charming fusion of classical and quirky that’s ripe for exploring. My itinerary for 3 days in York feels like a living history book filled with tall Roman walls, Norman castles, quaint medieval buildings, Victorian railways, and narrow cobblestone streets... and even a ghost story or three.
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Game of Thrones Croatia Tour: Dubrovnik & Split Filming Locations, Local Secrets & Bizarre Stories

We took the ultimate Game of Thrones Croatia tour through Dubrovnik and Split to discover real filming locations behind the world’s most popular television series of all time. We also went deeper for fascinating history and a little secret gossip from locals. Find out what we discovered.
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Getting fit while on the road. #ad This is a common challenge for frequent travellers. So I recently started using @freeletics which offers easy exercises on your smartphone (sorry, scrolling through IG doesn't count as exercise!). 😂 ___ It uses very clever AI to make personalised recommendations based on your goals, height, weight and fitness level. ___ You can use it for free too! Check out my IG stories for tips on how to do that. And if you want to upgrade for more advanced workouts, use my special discount code "Freeletics_Bender" to save 30%! (code is case sensitive) ___ Simply tap the link in my bio @travelwithbender to find out more about #freeletics and download the app. ___ #NoExcuses

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