Memoirs of Bee: Radisson Blu, Canary Wharf

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 There are so many difficulties in escaping the never-ending demands of university and full-time work. To avoid the delayed headache of organisation a short-break whilst playing the waiting game with my manager about who wins the approval for a holiday request, I sought out new ways of how to relax with limited time. I tried several ‘relaxing’ activities such as spa treatments on the weekend, spending more time in nail salons, home facial masks – nothing seemed to feel relaxing enough.


However, after booking an overnight stay in a nice hotel, Radisson Blu, it seemed to be a perfect short-break fix. I was feeling over-worked, over-whelmed and tired of the consistent pattern of work and university. On arrival at the closest station to the Radisson Blu – Canary Wharf, I was a little lost as it under a bridge and Google maps love to take you on adventure before reaching your destination.
Once my adventure was over (also known as a detour) and I had gotten over my blonde moments, I was able to locate the entrance which is a beautiful automatic sliding glass door. Completely fool-proof. I was welcomed appropriately by the lady at the front desk the check-in was simple, and my room was ready! Hurrah! My room was on a top floor which meant – when I went into my room I was more than delighted to see a view which over-looked the water.

After settling in for a few hours, I decide to check out the spa which was not the best if I’m honest. It was moderately occupied by other weekday need-a-break individuals. The sauna was too hot, and I think any longer than 10 minutes – I would have been in an ambulance spending my last moments of relaxation talking to paramedics. There was a sense orientated area which enabled you to stand under a power shower and be sprayed down heavily after a sauna session.


Again – not really my thing – no pool unfortunately either but the hotel is beautiful.
In summary, I went to a nice restaurant within the Canary wharf area, got a goodnight sleep, had a beautiful breakfast in the morning. Smooth journey home!

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