Now that I’m semi-adjusted from being back after our England trip, I’m finally getting around to showing you the beautiful destinations from our travels!
Windsor Castle Tour
Windsor Castle Tour
First, a quick life update. I’m currently in Connecticut at my brother’s wedding. I swear I never stop moving. Jake and Elwood (my kitties) are going to kill me for leaving them so much. We move to our new condo on Friday. And while I’m SO excited to move to our new place, I’m kind of stressed out.
Anywho, back to our Windsor Castle tour! Our first stop in England was Windsor Castle, a quick drive from London Heathrow airport. So maybe it wasn’t that quick, since we were jet lagged and trying to figure out how to maneuver a vehicle on the other side of the road. Let’s say we had a few scares (repeating to ourselves…OKAY turn LEFT into the LEFT lane…) but mostly laughs.
If traveling was just like home, why would anyone even bother? It is the challenges and adjustments that make discovering new places a worthwhile adventure.
Windsor’s cuteness pleasantly surprised me. I mean the town around the palace itself. There is a little shopping district on the way to the castle, with restaurants and coffee shops. We grabbed a quick savory pie to go, and strolled though the crowds to the visitor’s entrance. I highly advise getting tickets in advance (that’s what use did) and getting the handy audio guide.
We headed straight for the State Apartments, since they get the most crowded and it was beginning to rain, and gave ourselves a self-guided tour with our audioguides. We weren’t allowed to take photographs inside, but the rooms were lavishly decorated, with tons of history and cool artifacts. I liked seeing the bullet that killed Admiral Horatio Nelson, as well as St. George’s chapel where Megan and Harry were married.
Windsor Castle was the perfect first stop on our England tour. A small, digestible town, with quaint streets and one magnificent sight. While we didn’t see the queen (I was bummed!) I was really happy that we took the time to explore Windsor.
After 3 hours exploring, we hopped in our rental car and drove (carefully) to our next England destination.
Shop My Windsor Castle Outfit:
STRIPED TEE | J.CREW JACKET | CORDUROY SKIRT (also comes in burgundy) | SAM EDELMAN FLATS | KREWE SUNNIES c/o | BELT BAG c/o Patricia Nash Designs
My Windsor Castle Outfit
I did a quick switcheroo out of my yucky plane clothes into this outfit in the parking lot. Classy, I know, but necessary. This jacket is my favorite fall jacket (see how I styled it again here), because of the neutral color and layer-ability. I happily admit that I fit in pretty well with all the Brits and their waxed Barbour coats!
My belt bag is new to my closet from Patricia Nash Designs! They sent me a couple of bags and a pair of shoes to take on my trip, and I just loved them all! There’s more to come on those items in a future blog post. But I love them so much that I couldn’t wait. If you want to see what else I packed on my England trip (in one carry on, no less) here’s the post!
The town is adorable! the castle and car are beautiful and your outfits coordinate beautifully with the scenery! Looks like you had an amazing adventure!
Windsor Castle looks lovely and I love the surrounding buildings and their architecture. I am really regretting not going there now while we were in England a few years ago. Next time 😉. As always you look adorable.
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I super love the look dear! Chic combo of jacket and loafer. Also, your photos are really fun!
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I have very vague memories of visiting Windsor Castle as a child. Looking forward to seeing where you went next! Good luck with the move!
Emma xxx
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Congratulation to your brother. and I love your outfit and this castle is stunning.
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I would love to see Window Castle! I am not surprised that the town is beautiful as you featured it! Love your travel look.
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Looks like you had a great trip! I love the outfit you’re wearing, too!
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Omg how gorgeous! Looks like you had such an amazing trip!
<3 Shannon
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This looks like so much fun! I absolutely loved visiting England! So excited to see your other posts <3
Lizzie
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the perfect touring outfit. Kudos for hopping in the car and driving, the thought of driving on the wrong side terrifies me.
Ah isn’t that just gorgeous! Brings me back! I want to go back now!
What a fabulous adventure. You are so brave to actually drive there when it’s on the other side….eeek!!
XOXO
Jodie
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It was terrifying at first, I admit! But it is amazing how quickly you get the hang of it!
What a cute look! I love the striped shirt with that jacket and skirt. Cute fanny pack too!
Thanks, Amy!
Isn’t Windsor super? We travelled there on a boating holiday a few years ago – very memorable too. Super photos, and boy don’t those guards shout! Thanks for sharing. Jacqui Mummabstylish
It is absolutely beautiful! The guards are such a spectacle – I loved them!
Your outfit is perfect travel look! I have never been to Windsor but these photos are beautiful and those architecture are just spectacular. I bet it’s even better in person. Good luck with your move this Friday and congratulations to your brother!
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Thank you, Maureen! I am trying to stay cool and stress-free!
Glad to see you enjoyed Windsor! I live nearby. There are some beautiful walks in the Royal parks around there. Shame you got the rain – it’s been unusually dry for so long! Still, you got the full English experience haha xx
Really!? Aw I wish I could have met up with you! The rain wasn’t so bad! It was a good excuse to buy a corgi umbrella in the gift shop 🙂
Glad you enjoyed Winsor. I live just down the road from there xx
Really, wow! What a beautiful town! I wish we could have all gotten together!
Cute outfit for sightseeing! Looks like a fun start to your trip 🙂
Thank you for the link up!
Hope that you had a great weekend! It was supposed to be a rainy one here, but we managed to get out in between all the rain which was nice 🙂
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Thanks so much, Mica!
I’m sure your little fur babies will appreciate extra kisses and cuddles when you get back. I love your outfit, I think it’s definitely a classic and a great traveling look!
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Thanks, Ruth! They always get so clingy when I come home from traveling.