Shopping at the winter sales in London is an experience not to be missed.
Not only is it warm in the shops, there are plenty of bargains to be had.
The best time to go is ealy in the morning, before the locals and visitors come out in droves later in the day, and then you can try anything on, without queueing!
Window shopping is great too. The clothes in the central London area, especially in the more expensive shops, are beautifully made and presented. But one must remember that we do not need warm winter wear, London style, in New Zealand!
The biggest surprise we found, was the National Geographic Shop, not far from Piccadilly Circus. Only open for 7 weeks, since just before December 2008, it is the flagship shop for National Geographic, to raise awareness and funds for the National Geographic mission to fund its research and travel activities.
In it we found 4 horses, life size, made of driftwood, which were constructed in honour of the 4 horses in St Marks Square, Venice. As we watched the sold sign was placed on them - at £5,800 each!
Also in the shop was a photographic exhibition - photos of famous National Geographic people, including Our Sir Edmund Hilary and Jacques Cousteau, logoed clothes, binoculars and other items needed for expeditions, adventure gear, books, maps, gifts - and unless you purchase something, it is all free!
But you might like to buy a delicious hot chocolate at the National Geographic Chocolate shop.....
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