London Day 2: Germany to UK, Klook Transfer & Iconic Views

From the charming streets of Germany, it was time to jet off to the vibrant energy of the UK! My sister was meeting us later in France due to her work schedule, so it was just my mom and I embarking on this exciting leg of our European adventure.

We boarded a Lufthansa flight for the quick hop across the channel.

During the flight, they served these delightful chocolates as a snack – they were so good, I even asked for another one! The flight attendant was super generous and told me to take a few more. Score!

One small hiccup, though: Lufthansa's baggage allowance was only 17.6 pounds (8 kg), so I had to pay an extra ~$32 (30 Euros) for an additional bag. Always double-check those weight limits!

<Klook Airport Transfer Review>

Traveling with my mom, I knew navigating from London Heathrow Airport to our city accommodation by tube or train would take over an hour. We decided to opt for the convenience of a private car transfer, and Klook had some great reviews, so we booked with them.

However, my MalTalk SIM card was terrible and I couldn't contact the driver. I arrived feeling a bit panicked, thinking, "Oh no, this is a disaster!" I immediately messaged Klook's customer service in English (it's always best to use English for local staff to get a quick resolution).

They told me to download WhatsApp, but I couldn't verify my phone number with my dysfunctional SIM! Seriously, that MalTalk SIM was a nightmare.

So, I provided the company's email address instead.

I sent an email, expecting a slow response, but to my surprise, they replied incredibly fast! We exchanged emails, I got the driver's details, and thankfully, I managed to find him. What a relief!

The transfer from the airport to our hotel cost about ~$83, so losing that money would have been awful. Thanks to their prompt communication, we arrived at our accommodation safely and quickly. When you have a lot of luggage or are traveling with family, a Klook private transfer service is truly the best option!

On our way, we spotted a Kia car and classic double-decker buses, which instantly reminded us we were in London!

We even caught a glimpse of Big Ben! All the historic buildings in London were absolutely captivating. I just loved the old-world charm everywhere.

The weather was surprisingly clear during our stay, which made us so happy! The forecast had predicted rain and even snow, so I'd mentally prepared for the worst. But as the resident weather fairy, I brought the sunshine!

Seeing the London Eye lit up at night was so exciting!

We even encountered a large dog, which was a bit startling at first!

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament looked absolutely stunning. Even though it was a chilly mid-January night, the sheer beauty made us exclaim "Wow!" at every turn.

This is what I came to England for!