For a first time visitor to London, one of the best ways to get your initial look a this historic city and get a great feel for the excitement it has to offer at the same time is on a cruise on the Thames. Winding your way through the centre of London on a Thames cruise let’s you see some of its most well-known attractions the city has to offer and plan the activities for the rest of your stay. There are many cruise operators in London, offering anything from 30-minute tours of the city to three hour’s worth of city sights. It is even possible to hop a ship at one pier, get off at another, and then join another ship’s tour at a third pier. Most of the cruises are narrated by guides knowledgeable in the history of London who may even have some entertaining local stories to share. … [Read more...]