I absolutely dread these kind of "about me" pages, but for the sake of trust, you deserve to know who's running this little page. So, I’ll keep it quick and painless.

My name is Maria, and I’m the creator of The Londoning Guide. I’m not a lifestyle blogger or an influencer, and I don’t get paid for recommendations.

For six years, I’ve been working as an Airbnb Experiences Superhost, showing guests from around the world the hidden, unique places in London.

The funny thing is that I don’t love London. In fact, that mild dislike inspired me to create this guide as I searched for reasons and places to learn how to appreciate the city.

It’s this particular feeling about the city that makes The Londoning Guide unique. Who can be better placed to tell you, with unflinching honesty, what is truly great about London than someone who can see the city for what it really is?

Only someone who sees the flaws can curate and find the true places worth leaving your home for.

The Londoning Guide was created first for personal use, then shared only with my Airbnb guests, and now, it’s available to you. It's the constantly updated and tested "secret" document that combines my years of hosting experience with a genuine curiosity for finding the real, genuine, and unique experiences that every London visitor, tourist or seasoned traveller might often miss.

I stand by every recommendation in this guide because it’s not just a list of unique bars, restaurants and experiences—it’s my personal journey to finding London’s heartbeat and soul.