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[statelady01]

Hello..

Going to London in November and would love to hear from locals and/or visitors. DH went over in HS many years ago, but this is my first trip. We have reservations at the Hotel Rembrandt (anyone hear of this one?) and plan to do all the major sites as well as a one day jaunt to Paris. Any feedback, commentary, suggestions, etc would be MOST appreciated!!!

Thanks!!

[chezp]

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I can't help you with any hotels in London, as we only live an hour from the capital, so if we go there, it tends to be for day trips.

I would make sure you go on the London Eye, as it gives superb views of London and I'd also take a boat trip along the Thames. It's a lovely way to see London. As for the other major sites, a lot of it is down to personal preference and want you'd like to do. I have fond memories of places like the Tower of London, Madame Tussauds and the Planetarium, but sites in London are very expensive.

You'll enjoy Paris for the day. It's so simple to get there now on the Eurostar. Make sure you go up either the Eiffel Tower or the Arc de Triomphe. We went for the latter, as the queues were too long at the Eiffel Tower. Other must sees on a day trip are the Notre Dame and La Grande Arche de la Defense.

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Cheryl

[Laura Jayne]

Last time I actually stayed in London (I usually just fly through the airport) was a few years ago, but I have a few tips for you.

*Take it easy!! You're going to have a lot of jet lag, so rest and relax for at least the fist day. my parents had this whole get up and go go go routine last time and all I wanted to do was sleep!!

*Be prepared to do a lot of walking!!! Taxi's aren't cheap, and traffic is bad there anyway, so be prepared to walk a lot.

*Try and plan it out in advance!! Familiarize yourself with the currency, tranportation, etc. There is a LOT to do in London, so plan it out to make sure you don't miss anything.

**Here are some of my London faves: Open top bus tour, calling someone from a red phone booth, (USA country code is 011) shopping (you MUST go to Hamley's Toy Shop...it;s HUGE!), Picadilly Circus, walking through the park near Buckingham Palace. I don't remember the name..help anyone?

HAVE FUN!!!

[Bert & Sully]

Some places suggested to us were:

Madame Toussad's & the Planetarium
London Zoo
Tate Modern Museum
Portobello Road
The Savoy
Buckingham Palace
Westminster Abbey/St. Paul's Cathedral
The British Museum

in addition to those already mentioned.

HAPPY PLANNING!

[statelady01]

Thanks to all for posting!!

[HiddenMickey]

When we went last April, our favorite things were:
Tower of London
London Museum
St James Park for a picnic (near Buckingham Palace)
British Museum
London Aquarium
Big Red Bus tour (hop on hop off touring)-you can buy tickets at a discount for many of the sites from them

-HiddenMickey