In a recent online survey of the world’s most expensive cities for travellers,London came in at number 7. But of course there’s no way you can let that keep you away from this magnificent metropolis on the Thames. Over the years I’ve done travel to the UK'scapital both rich and poor, and while rich is certainly better, there are definitely ways to stretch your pound in a variety of areas. Getting around is quite well covered by an excellent public transportation system (though more effort is required if you need to travel between 1 and 5am), and with some strategising, budget London is not just a pipe dream, if... keep reading