This is the last day I’m touring London alone because Jeremy will be back from Paris the next day! It’s a bittersweet feeling because I can’t wait for him to explore London with me but I think I’ll miss the freedom to do anything I want. Unlike the past 2 days, I know what I gotta do today. I want to go to the Portobello market, there’s a 50-50 chance I may be meeting my old friend for lunch and I signed up for a walking tour. Sounds like a busy afternoon? It sure was!

>> Portobello Market 

If you love antiques, you will love this market. I enjoyed this market for the variety but if you are looking for food, you’ll be better off at the Camden or Borough market! There isn’t much to eat here but there’s plenty to look at 😉

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I spent an hour in bed, deciding between Bicester Outlet Mall or Portobello Market.The train ride to Bicester costs £24 and I may buy nothing from there. But there’s still plenty of time for me to visit the markets and I love train rides – decision made. Bicester it shall be!

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I used to be THE planner when it comes to holidays. I must know where I’m going, I must have an excel itinerary (there can’t be a better tool) and I must follow the itinerary. Somewhere in 2015, I realized that changed. I can’t decide if I no longer want to plan or if it’s because I’m too lazy/busy to. Anyway the point is, I no longer have the urge to have a travel plan and I woke up on Day 2 not knowing where to go.

I didn’t panic.

>> Leather Lane Market 

I googled for “London best markets for food” and decided to go Leather Lane market because it’s the nearest and I’m really hungry!

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