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"Portobello road, Portobello road

Street where the riches of ages are stowed.

Anything and everything a chap can unload

Is sold off the barrow in Portobello road.

You'll find what you want in the Portobello road"

Over the summer I made my way to one of my favourite destinations. ...to the one of London's landmarks, Notting Hill's Portobello Road. Every Saturday, the market opens its doors to buyers from all over the world looking for second hand clothes and antiques. It's amazing, it's a treasure trove for times past showcasing anything from old teacups and war medals to vintage fashion pieces. I was overwhelmed.

The experience rekindled childhood memories of one of my all time favourite films 'Bednobs and Broomsticks':

Alice in Florida's wonderland: Serendipity

I would love to have a cup of tea here! 

This cafe is actually part of the  Boca Raton Resort & Club in Florida.  Opened  in 1954 in New York (on East 58th and later moved to East 60th) by three party-hosting young men, Patch Caradine, Calvin Holt and Stephen Bruce. It is the second only outlet of New York’s super-famous Serendipity 3 with a decor inspired by a setting in Alice in Wonderland. Apparently many celebrities pop in for a cupcake or two.....

A Creative Night Inn

Thinking of traveling to Stockholm anyone?

I was amazed to find this free hotel exclusively for creatives!

The Creative Inn is a project initiated by Swedish fashion brand Elvine and design agency Next Century Modern. The hotel provides free short term accomodation for creative individuals, the aim being to promote the local area and attract traveling creative types whose presence contributes to the cultural life of the city.

Guests are offered wireless internet, towels, bathrobes, slippers and grooming products all free of charge. All you have to do is go online and explain why you deserve a free room. The project has been running Gothenburg so far, but is about to expand into Stockholm.

Such a cool idea, see if you are worthy of a reservation: http://www.creatorsinn.com/