London Calling: Why This Iconic City Still Steals Our Hearts
- Wendy Fracchia

From my earliest memory, **London has been my #1 international city destination**. Back then, I’ll admit it — it was mostly the charming accents and catchy music. I mean, who didn’t want to stroll down Abbey Road or pretend to be royalty for a day? But now, it’s become something much deeper and far more meaningful. Not that the accents and music aren’t still a draw (they absolutely are), but I’ve happily added **the theater, the shopping, the history, and let’s be honest — the fish and chips** to that list as well.
**A Connection That Runs Deep**
For so many of us, London feels oddly familiar. With **ancestral ties that stretch across the Atlantic**, it’s not uncommon to feel a tug of connection while walking cobblestone streets or standing inside a church built long before our country was even a thought. You might not know the names or dates, but somewhere in your family line, there’s a good chance someone called England home.
**Our Shared Christian Heritage**
London is a place where faith and history intertwine. From the coronations at Westminster Abbey to the quiet chapels where reformers, martyrs, and missionaries once prayed, it’s a city layered in spiritual legacy. It’s also where early Latter-day Saint missionaries preached the restored gospel in the 1800s, laying the foundation for the faith’s remarkable growth in the British Isles. Today, you’ll find both centuries-old cathedrals and vibrant, modern places of worship, making it one of the most unique cities in the world to experience both the ancient and contemporary expressions of faith.
**History with a Side of Theater and Tea**
Beyond ancestry and religion, London is packed with **stories we’ve grown up with** — monarchs and poets, revolutionaries and playwrights. From **the Tower of London** to **Shakespeare’s Globe**, every street corner seems to whisper a bit of history.
And let’s not forget the **modern thrills**: world-class shopping on Oxford Street, magical nights at West End shows, and cozy afternoons with tea and scones. It’s a perfect blend of past and present, tradition and trend.
Come Find Out Why London Calls to You
Whether it’s your first trip or your fifth, London always has something new to discover — and something old to revisit. If you’ve ever felt that tug to see where your story might have started, or to simply indulge in great theater, better shopping, and unforgettable fish and chips, **join one of our group tours** and fall in love with London the way so many of us have.
Visit our website for upcoming tour details and availability** — because some destinations never go out of style.