Shivani Vahalia-Pareek
Regional Qualification(s):
London
Language(s):
Hindi, Gujarati, English
Phone Number(s):
+44 (0) 7771493769
Contact guide
Introduction:
I came as a newly wedded bride 5 years ago. In that year, 2008, I fell in love twice. First, with the flat we rented in Harrow, a green suburb and second, with London itself. The most fascinating parts of London, for me, are its architecture & history and a beautiful interplay of both. Simply put, I love this city and I want to flaunt it.
I want my tourists to experience London the way I did … through some of the finest guides. They bring to life the notorious, the infamous, the likeable, the pious, the bloodthirsty and all sorts of colourful personalities from past and present. They take you on small, friendly streets and sometimes, small, snobbish ones. They take you to a different era. They show you the unexpected, point the obvious, and yet make you gasp in amazement. They know about the best deals and are eager that you do not get a raw deal. Food, shopping and experiences - they will recommend only the best. They are smart, funny, knowledgeable and reliable. They are the Blue Badge Guides and I am thrilled to be a part of this reputed brigade. I promise if you come on my tour, I will not crack a joke that I can’t laugh on and won’t show you anything that I do not enjoy. You’ll go back a relaxed, entertained and informed tourist. And if anybody in your country asked you, ‘Did you do that or go there?’ Confidently, you’ll be able to say, ‘Of course, I have!’
Personal Interests:
| Bollywood London |
| Tower of London (the home of Kohinoor diamond) |
| Churches - St Pauls (Ganga, Goddess Laxmi, tomb of man who fought against Tipu Sultan) Westminster Abbey (Nehru at Queen’s wedding) |
| Bloomsbury walk (Gandhiji, Raja Ram Mohan Roy), City of London walk and Royal London walk (Queen, George V, Gandhiji) |
| Coach Tour - London Panaromic, Royal Tour |
| Join any tour of mine, coach or walk, and if you wish I can add a dose of Bollywood and tell you about famous Indians who studied and worked here |
Special Interests:
| Other | Bollywood London Royal London Tower of London St Pauls Westminster Abbey British Museum National Gallery |
Additional Qualifications:
Masters in Mass Communication, Bachelors in Social Work
Driver Guide:
No
