London is one of the world's most visited cities. You won't run out of things to do because it has a combination of historic buildings, renowned museums and galleries and the best in dining, clubbing, entertainment and now a new range of boutique hotels.
Where is it?
London is the capital of the UK, set on the river Thames. It is served by several airports, including London Heathrow, London Gatwick and London Stanstead, and with direct train links to the continent via the Channel Tunnel, and to the rest of the UK via domestic operators which is why the city is easy to go to.
Any ideas where to stay?
It's no surprise that London is full of hotels of various sizes and standards. It is the boutique hotel that's currently proving a popular choice with visitors even though there are famous and expensive hotels sitting alongside smaller guesthouses. Small and stylish, with impeccable service and a real atmosphere rather than one manufactured by the marketing department of a large hotel chain, staying in one of these hotels can only make your trip to London more enjoyable.
What are the things I will see?
In London, there is so much going on which is why event the residents don't see it all. You will be able to enjoy a little bit of history at the Tower of London or St. Paul's Cathedral for example, some of the treasures and paintings in the museums and galleries, a show in the West End and some great drinking and dining as long as you plan your stay. You can rely on the concierge or reception staff to help you buy tickets or plan your itinerary if you are staying in a good hotel. Don't forget your camera, and make a long list of the things you want to do the next time you visit.
What should I do to get around?
Like all major cities, London has a modern public transport system. Taking you to all parts of the city is a comprehensive underground network and it has prices working on a "zone" basis, which makes it easy to calculate which tickets to buy and how much they will cost. Ask for details of saver tickets if you are planning to use the underground a lot during your trip. London also has its famous red buses which are easy to use and reasonably cheap at just 1 for central London journeys. Alternatively, you could take a traditional "black cab". These hackney cabs can be hailed from anywhere and the drivers have to pass a stringent test so that they can take you anywhere you need to go. A journey with a hackney cab driver is a real London experience as they are adept t avoiding traffic jams, happy to hold a conversation and they have honest fare meters. It is far easier to use public transport if you are staying within the city even though you can hire a car.
Where is it?
London is the capital of the UK, set on the river Thames. It is served by several airports, including London Heathrow, London Gatwick and London Stanstead, and with direct train links to the continent via the Channel Tunnel, and to the rest of the UK via domestic operators which is why the city is easy to go to.
Any ideas where to stay?
It's no surprise that London is full of hotels of various sizes and standards. It is the boutique hotel that's currently proving a popular choice with visitors even though there are famous and expensive hotels sitting alongside smaller guesthouses. Small and stylish, with impeccable service and a real atmosphere rather than one manufactured by the marketing department of a large hotel chain, staying in one of these hotels can only make your trip to London more enjoyable.
What are the things I will see?
In London, there is so much going on which is why event the residents don't see it all. You will be able to enjoy a little bit of history at the Tower of London or St. Paul's Cathedral for example, some of the treasures and paintings in the museums and galleries, a show in the West End and some great drinking and dining as long as you plan your stay. You can rely on the concierge or reception staff to help you buy tickets or plan your itinerary if you are staying in a good hotel. Don't forget your camera, and make a long list of the things you want to do the next time you visit.
What should I do to get around?
Like all major cities, London has a modern public transport system. Taking you to all parts of the city is a comprehensive underground network and it has prices working on a "zone" basis, which makes it easy to calculate which tickets to buy and how much they will cost. Ask for details of saver tickets if you are planning to use the underground a lot during your trip. London also has its famous red buses which are easy to use and reasonably cheap at just 1 for central London journeys. Alternatively, you could take a traditional "black cab". These hackney cabs can be hailed from anywhere and the drivers have to pass a stringent test so that they can take you anywhere you need to go. A journey with a hackney cab driver is a real London experience as they are adept t avoiding traffic jams, happy to hold a conversation and they have honest fare meters. It is far easier to use public transport if you are staying within the city even though you can hire a car.
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