Romantic Summertime Dates in London

There are few places in the UK that offer so manyFor those days when the weather is inclement
options for a first date than in London, especially duringMadame Tussauds is a fun place to take a suitor.
summer. Whether your preference is for indoor orWhere else can you get to kiss Kylie Minogue, Tom
outdoor dates, or even a combination of both, thenJones and Gordon Brown all in one day? Even if doing
there are literally thousands of options in the nation'sso leaves you with a waxy taste in your mouth!
capital.Of course, you don't have to travel to the heart of the
The London Eye is an obvious starter when it comescity for romantic dating London Marvellous Richmond
to wooing someone. The UK's most popular attraction,Park offers a great place to take a stroll and get to
the former Millennium Wheel offers a 30 minuteknow your date better, especially when the sun is
excursion into the skies above the nations' capital. Youshining and the skies are blue. Charles I decided to
can certainly sweep a potential partner 'off their feet'enclose this rural area as an exclusive royal hunting
here by taking a champagne flight in cupid's capsule,park in 1637 and the ancestors of the red deer that
where as well as enjoying the fantastic views ofthe king pursued still roam free today amongst the
London, you also get to quaff a glass ofbeautiful parkland trees.
Laurent-Perrier! Or if you wish to forgo the bubbly butThere are many other open spaces closer to central
want to walk straight to the front of the queue andLondon than Richmond, such as Hyde Park or
impress your date then invest in a fast-track ticket,Regents Park that offer the option to have a picnic in
which offers priority boarding.the heart of the city. Or, just take a stroll through the
During summer 2009 the London Eye will bepark and then continue into the West End where there
presenting internationally themed events from sixis a plethora of theatres, restaurants and bars which all
different countries, starting on 24 July and ending in theoffer exciting options to continue your date.
week commencing 1 September. Take along a dateRomance is alive and well. Choose your London first
and the pair of you could enjoy watching Zulu-styledate option wisely and it could be the start of a
dancers, Parisian-styled mime artists and evenbeautiful and lasting relationship, or at least a great day
Bollywood dancers before you embark on your flight!out in the capital!