My first time in London + Bonus featured guest blogger.

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So… It’s been a while and I’m already tired to say that we are coming back, or that I’ll try to write more, but I really hope you’re all well. Today I’m going to share a little of us and our travels and a really nice post from my friend @mauriciovite. Kind of a 2 x 1 sale post.

If you don’t know us, we are @elteamgordo, a couple of Mexican foodies that loves to travel. Usually I’m (Eduardo) the one that writes in here. We’ve been around since 2017 (the Steemit dark era haha!), you can scroll into our content and you will find tons of original content. But we haven't been very active in the last year. But I’ll try to share as much as possible.

In case you wonder, we have been very well, healthy and have traveled a lot (for our standards). Since our travel to Los Angeles, we’ve been to the UK, Denmark, Sweden, Monterrey (a Mexican city), some Mexican beaches and little day traves near our city.

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So I'll start with London. And since it was my first time there, we did some of the classic stuff, don’t judge me. As soon as we dropped our bags at our hotel, we hit the streets just to wander around. We went to the seven dials market, it’s a pretty cool neighborhood and the market has a lot of good options to eat and drink. Sorry about the pictures, but we were very tired and the market is kind of dark (for pictures purposes).

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After a great meal we kept walking until we found the Thames. And saw the Elizabeth Tower, Westminster Palace, the London Eye and then went to the hotel to finally rest for the day.

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The next day we wake up early and went for a walk at the Queens Mary’s Rose Gardens, then we kept walking through the Regents Park until we got to the Primrose Hill for a nice view of the city.

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Then we hit Little Venice and Camden. It’s a really cool neighborhood, full of life and street art. We just walked around and enjoyed the vives. Then we went to the market, explore it a bit and had some food. The food is great there and also there are lots of options. The only thing I didn’t like is that they charge you for the restroom. For me it’s kind of weird because it’s a service I expected when I go to spend to a place. But I think that’s how is Europe now.

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Then we went to the Harry Potter’s exhibition in the Warner Bros. Studios. But I leave that for another post.

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Now It’s time for a little extra. Here is a little post from my friend @mauriciovite (also an old timer blogger here). He is currently not active in Hive but he is trying to grow his personal blog and I think It would be a great help to showcase him here in Hive.



North America's 50 Best Bars 2023: Celebrating the Best Bars in the Beautiful City of San Miguel de Allende

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The annual North America's 50 Best Bars ceremony was recently held in the stunning city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. This event celebrates the top bars in North America, showcasing the most innovative and creative cocktail makers and mixologists in the region. This year's list features an impressive selection of bars, ranging from cozy, intimate spaces to grandiose, expansive venues.

In this Post, I will share what are the Best Bars in North America located in Mexico City so whenever you plan a trip to Mexico, you come and visit these places. Here is the list:

One of the bars that made it to the list is Hanky Panky Cocktail Bar, which ranked 20th in the top 50 bars in North America. This bar is known for its cozy and intimate atmosphere, and for serving some of the best cocktails in Mexico City

Another noteworthy bar on the list is Baltra Bar, located in the trendy neighborhood of Condesa in Mexico City. Baltra Bar ranks at number 16 on the list and is a small, intimate bar that offers a wide selection of drinks and cocktails.

The Limantour Bar, on the other hand, was awarded as the 4th best bar in North America for the eighth consecutive year. This bar is known for its innovative cocktails and its sleek and modern decor.

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Finally, the best bar in Mexico and the second-best bar in North America is the Handshake Speakeasy. This bar opened in 2021 and has already made a name for itself in the industry. It offers a unique and exclusive atmosphere, with a menu of carefully crafted cocktails that are sure to delight any cocktail enthusiast.

Overall, North America's 50 Best Bars 2023 ceremony showcased some of the most talented and creative mixologists and bartenders in the region. From cozy and intimate spaces to grandiose and breathtaking venues, these bars offer something for everyone. The beautiful city of San Miguel de Allende provided the perfect backdrop for this celebration of the best bars in North America, and we can't wait to see what next year's list will bring.

About the Author: @mauriciovite is an Experienced and Workshops Organizer in Mexico City with his company Vite Presenta specializing in the Nightlife Scene and Mixology Events.He is also a travel and Entertainment blogger sharing insights about Mexico City and hisTrip Experiences from other Major Cities in the USA.



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Eduardo from @elteamgordo

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I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed your time in London. My family and I also visited London for the first time in 2005, and we were there when the bombings in the tube occurred. Unfortunately, that will always be a part of my memories of London.

This was my first time in London, but my wife was there also during the bombings and even with that she has very fond memories of the city. But it's true she'll never forget it.

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What an amazing experience for you, @elteamgordo.
Just by looking at those photos, I would definitely be strolling and walking around in the streets as well. !PIZZA

It was awesome, thanks! Forgot about the !PIZZA let's see if it still works for me.

Thank you for this tour around the streets and places in London through your photos and descriptions. I love the night views especially where the London Eye is partly seen. Paying to use the restroom is quite odd indeed but it might be how they get additional funds for the maintenance and such.

Thank you for stopping by. And yes it's odd but what annoys me more is that it doesn't always works. Sometimes you need to try more than one card and they doesn't accept cash.

And I'm ok if they charge you at a public park, on the street or in the middle of nowhere. But at a comercial stablishment it feels just greedy.

Benevinido a mi ciudad!

Nice to see you in London, hope you enjoy what's left of your trip.

Cg

Thank you for your welcome, but my trip was a few months ago. And yes, we enjoyed every minute of our stay in London. Wonderful city!

I really loved reading this.

Thanks for stopping by!

OMG I’m so happy for you!! London is such a beautiful city, it’s magic, it’s life all around!! Congratulations and thanks a lot for sharing!!

Thanks! I'll try to share more of this trip. Thank you for reading!

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Steemit dark era, huh? That's where I met you, haha! And really happy to see more posts from you :)

Ha ha! Yes, I remember some of your first post. Glad you're still here. I'll try to share more. Thank you for stopping by!

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What a beautiful night at London. I really love the picture of Big Ben, The Bridge and the sea at Night.

Wonderful.

Great Post, thanks for sharing, Upvoted 100%

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. See you around!

Nice tour around . I enjoyed reading your journey 😍✨