Mind the Gap!

Manuela Pereira

20 chapters

14 Apr 2025

Day 2

This morning, we woke up feeling very tired from the day before, but our excitement was stronger than our sleepiness. We were all happy and looking forward to the amazing visits ahead. Around 9:20 a.m., we left the hotel and went to King’s Cross Station. As fans of Harry Potter, visiting the official shop and seeing Platform 93?4 was a dream come true. It felt magical to stand in the same place that’s been part of our imaginations for so long. After that, we went to Camden Town. The streets were full of life, colors, music, and people from all over the world. We explored lots of different shops and bought a variety of things. It was such a fun and vibrant place we really enjoyed the time we spent there together. Later, we visited Madame Tussauds. Even though the figures were made of wax, it felt like we were standing next to real celebrities and historical icons. We laughed, took tons of pictures, and shared a great time as a group. It was a truly fun and exciting experience. Right after that, we stopped by the famous Sherlock Holmes house - another iconic London spot that made us feel like we were walking through a storybook. In the late afternoon, we went to Covent Garden Market. We watched talented street performers, explored unique shops, and simply had a great time with each other. There was a joyful energy all around us, and we felt lucky to be part of it. In the evening, we had dinner together, enjoying more moments of fun and laughter. But the highlight of the entire day was the Mamma Mia! musical. It was an emotional and unforgettable experience. We laughed, we cried, and we sang along: all of us were deeply moved. It’s hard to describe how powerful it felt to be there, living something so beautiful as a group. When we finally returned to the hotel, we were absolutely exhausted but truly happy. This trip, which we’ve dreamed about for so long, is becoming everything we hoped for and more.