1st time travel from U.S. to London, HELP!
Jun 2nd 2003, 4:35 pm
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1st time travel from U.S. to London, HELP!
Hello,
My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
to August 1st.
I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
#1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
me. Non Stop Direct.
#2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
#3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
as above. Shopping too.
#3a) How much does the train cost? Do we need to make
reservations? Any clues or links are appreciated.
I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
p.s...web links are a great help =)
My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
to August 1st.
I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
#1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
me. Non Stop Direct.
#2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
#3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
as above. Shopping too.
#3a) How much does the train cost? Do we need to make
reservations? Any clues or links are appreciated.
I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
p.s...web links are a great help =)
Jun 2nd 2003, 7:25 pm
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csmytheee wrote:
> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
$1,800 for two is about right for two economy tickets.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
> with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
Central London is considerably bigger than Central San Fran (or LAX, or even
Manhatten); Look for hotels in the 'West End' for the main action. Note
though that you will not lose much (except price) by looking for hotels a
little further out from where you can take the tube (underground train) in.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
Eurostar trains to Paris leave every half hour at some points during the
day, and terminate in Central Paris about half an hour's ride from the
Eiffel Trifle.
> #3a) How much does the train cost?
www.eurostar.com
> Do we need to make
> reservations?
You don't have to, but practically speaking, you should; Eurostars are
usually full. Book as far in advance as you can.
> Any clues or links are appreciated.
Welcome to London, England.
--
Al
> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
$1,800 for two is about right for two economy tickets.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
> with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
Central London is considerably bigger than Central San Fran (or LAX, or even
Manhatten); Look for hotels in the 'West End' for the main action. Note
though that you will not lose much (except price) by looking for hotels a
little further out from where you can take the tube (underground train) in.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
Eurostar trains to Paris leave every half hour at some points during the
day, and terminate in Central Paris about half an hour's ride from the
Eiffel Trifle.
> #3a) How much does the train cost?
www.eurostar.com
> Do we need to make
> reservations?
You don't have to, but practically speaking, you should; Eurostars are
usually full. Book as far in advance as you can.
> Any clues or links are appreciated.
Welcome to London, England.
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Al
Jun 2nd 2003, 8:03 pm
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csmytheee wrote:
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
I assume you mean it seems amazingly high. Or you're flying business class.
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> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
I assume you mean it seems amazingly high. Or you're flying business class.
miguel
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Jun 2nd 2003, 8:05 pm
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In article , csmytheee
writes
>Hello,
>My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
>to August 1st.
>I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
>U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>#1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
>me. Non Stop Direct.
Compared with prices currently advertised in the UK, it is quite a high
price: $1000 would be nearer the mark here and it could be cheaper.
>#2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
>action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
>3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
>with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
>Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
>Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
Are you aware of London hotel prices? They are much dearer than New
York ones.
>#3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
>Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
>and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
>as above. Shopping too.
Hotels in Paris are cheaper than in London, on the whole.
> #3a) How much does the train cost?
Many prices are available, depending on the class and time of travel.
> Do we need to make
>reservations?
I believe it is better to do so.
> Any clues or links are appreciated.
>I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
>with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
>p.s...web links are a great help =)
--
Marie Lewis
writes
>Hello,
>My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
>to August 1st.
>I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
>U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>#1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
>me. Non Stop Direct.
Compared with prices currently advertised in the UK, it is quite a high
price: $1000 would be nearer the mark here and it could be cheaper.
>#2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
>action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
>3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
>with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
>Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
>Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
Are you aware of London hotel prices? They are much dearer than New
York ones.
>#3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
>Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
>and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
>as above. Shopping too.
Hotels in Paris are cheaper than in London, on the whole.
> #3a) How much does the train cost?
Many prices are available, depending on the class and time of travel.
> Do we need to make
>reservations?
I believe it is better to do so.
> Any clues or links are appreciated.
>I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
>with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
>p.s...web links are a great help =)
--
Marie Lewis
Jun 2nd 2003, 8:09 pm
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Following up to csmytheee
>#2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
>action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
>3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
>with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
>Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
>Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
>#3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
>Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
>and some museums, and check out the Parisian life.
sounds pretty sensible, the Eurostar link from London Waterloo to
Paris is a good way of travelling. I think you should book. The London
Eye gets busy, book that too. There are some hotels in The County
Hall, convenient for the Eye and Waterloo, cant comment beyond that as
I naturally dont use London hotels.
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Mike Reid
"Art is the lie that reveals the truth" P.Picasso
Fellwalking, photos, London & the Thames path "http://www.fellwalk.co.uk"
Spain, food and walking "http://www.fell-walker.co.uk" (see web for email)
>#2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
>action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
>3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
>with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
>Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
>Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
>#3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
>Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
>and some museums, and check out the Parisian life.
sounds pretty sensible, the Eurostar link from London Waterloo to
Paris is a good way of travelling. I think you should book. The London
Eye gets busy, book that too. There are some hotels in The County
Hall, convenient for the Eye and Waterloo, cant comment beyond that as
I naturally dont use London hotels.
--
Mike Reid
"Art is the lie that reveals the truth" P.Picasso
Fellwalking, photos, London & the Thames path "http://www.fellwalk.co.uk"
Spain, food and walking "http://www.fell-walker.co.uk" (see web for email)
Jun 2nd 2003, 8:22 pm
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Al wrote:
> csmytheee wrote:
>
>> Hello,
>> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
>> to August 1st.
>> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
>> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>>
>> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
>> me. Non Stop Direct.
>
> $1,800 for two is about right for two economy tickets.
My fault! That sounds about wrong, it's almost exactly what Virgin are
charging via their website at lowest fare.
Shop around; I'm sure it could be at least halved.
--
Al
> csmytheee wrote:
>
>> Hello,
>> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
>> to August 1st.
>> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
>> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>>
>> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
>> me. Non Stop Direct.
>
> $1,800 for two is about right for two economy tickets.
My fault! That sounds about wrong, it's almost exactly what Virgin are
charging via their website at lowest fare.
Shop around; I'm sure it could be at least halved.
--
Al
Jun 2nd 2003, 8:41 pm
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Brilliant. How far back are you going? If I send you something to barter
with can you grab a few fields for me please?
Thanks.
with can you grab a few fields for me please?
Thanks.
Jun 2nd 2003, 10:20 pm
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Following up to Gloo
>Brilliant. How far back are you going? If I send you something to barter
>with can you grab a few fields for me please?
time travel will not help, the OP will still have to travel across the
Atlantic, If back in time this will be slow and hazardous. It will
probably be best to travel forward in time, make the journey, *then*
travel back in time. This will also have the benefit of the credit
card bill for the flight not arriving for some time, although having
an unexpired card might be difficult to achieve. Time travel isn't as
easy as you think :-)
--
Mike Reid
"Art is the lie that reveals the truth" P.Picasso
Fellwalking, photos, London & the Thames path "http://www.fellwalk.co.uk"
Spain, food and walking "http://www.fell-walker.co.uk" (see web for email)
>Brilliant. How far back are you going? If I send you something to barter
>with can you grab a few fields for me please?
time travel will not help, the OP will still have to travel across the
Atlantic, If back in time this will be slow and hazardous. It will
probably be best to travel forward in time, make the journey, *then*
travel back in time. This will also have the benefit of the credit
card bill for the flight not arriving for some time, although having
an unexpired card might be difficult to achieve. Time travel isn't as
easy as you think :-)
--
Mike Reid
"Art is the lie that reveals the truth" P.Picasso
Fellwalking, photos, London & the Thames path "http://www.fellwalk.co.uk"
Spain, food and walking "http://www.fell-walker.co.uk" (see web for email)
Jun 2nd 2003, 10:50 pm
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On Tue, 03 Jun 2003 10:20:20 GMT, The Reid wrote
-snip-
> Time travel isn't as easy as you think :-)
You've not been to New Zealand, then?
(I know, I know: it's a cheap, unfair and clichéd shot, but *somebody*
had to do it......)
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Cheers,
Harvey
For e-mail, change harvey to whhvs.
-snip-
> Time travel isn't as easy as you think :-)
You've not been to New Zealand, then?
(I know, I know: it's a cheap, unfair and clichéd shot, but *somebody*
had to do it......)
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Cheers,
Harvey
For e-mail, change harvey to whhvs.
Jun 3rd 2003, 12:37 am
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"csmytheee" wrote in message
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> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
Sounds pricey. I flew last month from Detroit to London for $400 per person
on BA.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
> with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
I stayed at the Mad Hatter, which wasn't bad. It was close to Waterloo
station, St Pauls, and the west end in general. It had en suite bathrooms,
and the connected pub served good food, but I don't think it had a health
club.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
> #3a) How much does the train cost? Do we need to make
> reservations? Any clues or links are appreciated.
Book ASAP for the Eurostar. The sooner you do it, the cheaper you can get
the tickets. I booked about a month or so in advance and got the tickets for
$180 US apiece, if I remember correctly. I got my through
http://www.travelpro.net/category.php?catid=1. Two or three days will allow
you to see the major sites. I was there a few weeks ago, and didn't feel too
rushed, but realize you are not going to see all you want to.
> I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
> with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
> p.s...web links are a great help =)
news:[email protected]...
> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
Sounds pricey. I flew last month from Detroit to London for $400 per person
on BA.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
> with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
I stayed at the Mad Hatter, which wasn't bad. It was close to Waterloo
station, St Pauls, and the west end in general. It had en suite bathrooms,
and the connected pub served good food, but I don't think it had a health
club.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
> #3a) How much does the train cost? Do we need to make
> reservations? Any clues or links are appreciated.
Book ASAP for the Eurostar. The sooner you do it, the cheaper you can get
the tickets. I booked about a month or so in advance and got the tickets for
$180 US apiece, if I remember correctly. I got my through
http://www.travelpro.net/category.php?catid=1. Two or three days will allow
you to see the major sites. I was there a few weeks ago, and didn't feel too
rushed, but realize you are not going to see all you want to.
> I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
> with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
> p.s...web links are a great help =)
Jun 3rd 2003, 1:24 am
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"csmytheee" wrote in message
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> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
> with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
> #3a) How much does the train cost? Do we need to make
> reservations? Any clues or links are appreciated.
> I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
> with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
> p.s...web links are a great help =)
Avoid Dave's Caff in Burnt Oak High Street he waters down his brown
sauce,also he barred me after I tried to shag his wife.
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> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good? We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center. Definitely one
> with private bathrooms. We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable? We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life. Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
> #3a) How much does the train cost? Do we need to make
> reservations? Any clues or links are appreciated.
> I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
> with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
> p.s...web links are a great help =)
Avoid Dave's Caff in Burnt Oak High Street he waters down his brown
sauce,also he barred me after I tried to shag his wife.
Jun 3rd 2003, 3:14 am
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"csmytheee" wrote in message
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> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
It's on the high side, but not too bad for high-season.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good?
You need to get yourself a good guide book to London, plan out what you'd
like to see, learn a bit about the different areas, and then come back and
ask for hotels in a specific part of London.
> We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center.
Not likely in a 3-star, and hardly likely in a 4.
> Definitely one
> with private bathrooms.
3 and 4 star hotels should all be en suite.
> We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
London has a great underground system, which will get you around
efficiently.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable?
It's more than reasonable to take the train to Paris. However 2-3 days is
very, very little time. 2 days = 1 night, which means you'll arrive one day
and return the next (it's a 3-hour train ride). You can easily spend a week
in Paris, and barely scratch surface. I'd recommend no fewer than 3
_nights_ in Paris, and more is better.
> We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life.
Paris is a city best enjoyed on foot. The pleasure of Paris is wandering
around the streets, stopping at a pleasant cafe, watching the Parisian world
pass by, etc. 2-3 days won't allow you to do this.
> Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
Saying "shopping" doesn't mean anything -- shopping for what? Designer
clothes? Jewelry? Food?
Like London, Paris has many different areas, each offering unique
advantages. Get a guide book.
> #3a) How much does the train cost?
It's been a few years since I did the crossing, but I recall that it was
about $180 per person (we were in first class).
> Do we need to make
> reservations?
Recommended.
> Any clues or links are appreciated.
> I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
> with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
> p.s...web links are a great help =)
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> Hello,
> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
> to August 1st.
> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> me. Non Stop Direct.
It's on the high side, but not too bad for high-season.
> #2) We are going to arrive in London. We'd like to stay in the main
> action of London, what hotels would be good?
You need to get yourself a good guide book to London, plan out what you'd
like to see, learn a bit about the different areas, and then come back and
ask for hotels in a specific part of London.
> We'd like a minimum of a
> 3-4 star hotel. Preferably one with a fitness center.
Not likely in a 3-star, and hardly likely in a 4.
> Definitely one
> with private bathrooms.
3 and 4 star hotels should all be en suite.
> We'd like to see all the main attractions,
> Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Eye of London, British
> Museum, etc. We'd also like to do some shopping - of course.
London has a great underground system, which will get you around
efficiently.
> #3) We'd like to take the train to Paris for a few days (maybe 2-3?)
> Does this sound reasonable?
It's more than reasonable to take the train to Paris. However 2-3 days is
very, very little time. 2 days = 1 night, which means you'll arrive one day
and return the next (it's a 3-hour train ride). You can easily spend a week
in Paris, and barely scratch surface. I'd recommend no fewer than 3
_nights_ in Paris, and more is better.
> We probably want to just see the Tower
> and some museums, and check out the Parisian life.
Paris is a city best enjoyed on foot. The pleasure of Paris is wandering
around the streets, stopping at a pleasant cafe, watching the Parisian world
pass by, etc. 2-3 days won't allow you to do this.
> Hotel options same
> as above. Shopping too.
Saying "shopping" doesn't mean anything -- shopping for what? Designer
clothes? Jewelry? Food?
Like London, Paris has many different areas, each offering unique
advantages. Get a guide book.
> #3a) How much does the train cost?
It's been a few years since I did the crossing, but I recall that it was
about $180 per person (we were in first class).
> Do we need to make
> reservations?
Recommended.
> Any clues or links are appreciated.
> I'm sure I'll think of more questions, but this is good to start off
> with. Again, I thank you in advance for your help!!!
> p.s...web links are a great help =)
Jun 3rd 2003, 4:10 am
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[email protected] (Miguel Cruz) wrote in message news:...
> csmytheee wrote:
> > #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> > San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> > me. Non Stop Direct.
>
> I assume you mean it seems amazingly high. Or you're flying business class.
>
> miguel
it's a coach flight. so it's too pricey. well then, where/what is
the better fare? which airline is better. what price range is more
acceptable?
thanks
> csmytheee wrote:
> > #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
> > San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
> > me. Non Stop Direct.
>
> I assume you mean it seems amazingly high. Or you're flying business class.
>
> miguel
it's a coach flight. so it's too pricey. well then, where/what is
the better fare? which airline is better. what price range is more
acceptable?
thanks
Jun 3rd 2003, 4:48 am
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Re: 1st time travel from U.S. to London, HELP!
On Tue, 3 Jun 2003 08:37:12 -0400, "Scott Hamlin"
wrote:
>"csmytheee" wrote in message
>news:[email protected]...
>> Hello,
>> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
>> to August 1st.
>> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
>> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
>> me. Non Stop Direct.
>Sounds pricey. I flew last month from Detroit to London for $400 per person
>on BA.
Unfortunately, trying to get July tickets in June will always be
a pricey business.
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wrote:
>"csmytheee" wrote in message
>news:[email protected]...
>> Hello,
>> My husband and I are travelling from the U.S. to London from July 18th
>> to August 1st.
>> I would appreciate any help generated from this post (from experienced
>> U.S. folk & Europeans alike!)
>> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to
>> me. Non Stop Direct.
>Sounds pricey. I flew last month from Detroit to London for $400 per person
>on BA.
Unfortunately, trying to get July tickets in June will always be
a pricey business.
************* DAVE HATUNEN ([email protected]) *************
* Tucson Arizona, out where the cacti grow *
* My typos & mispellings are intentional copyright traps *
Jun 3rd 2003, 4:57 am
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Re: 1st time travel from U.S. to London, HELP!
csmytheee wrote:
> [email protected] (Miguel Cruz) wrote:
>> csmytheee wrote:
>>> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>>> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to me.
>>> Non Stop Direct.
>>
>> I assume you mean it seems amazingly high. Or you're flying business class.
> it's a coach flight. so it's too pricey. well then, where/what is
> the better fare? which airline is better. what price range is more
> acceptable?
I may have spoken too soon. Looks like flights are really tight this season.
I guess that's because so much capacity has been cut. June is easy but in
July there's not much below the price you got at this point.
If it were me I'd wait for a sale or schedule change, but I definitely
wouldn't recommend that strategy to the risk-averse.
miguel
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> [email protected] (Miguel Cruz) wrote:
>> csmytheee wrote:
>>> #1) I found airfare through Virgin Airlines for around $1800 departing
>>> San Francisco - for both of us. Is this good? It seems amazing to me.
>>> Non Stop Direct.
>>
>> I assume you mean it seems amazingly high. Or you're flying business class.
> it's a coach flight. so it's too pricey. well then, where/what is
> the better fare? which airline is better. what price range is more
> acceptable?
I may have spoken too soon. Looks like flights are really tight this season.
I guess that's because so much capacity has been cut. June is easy but in
July there's not much below the price you got at this point.
If it were me I'd wait for a sale or schedule change, but I definitely
wouldn't recommend that strategy to the risk-averse.
miguel
--
Hit The Road! Photos and tales from around the world: http://travel.u.nu
Latest photos: Maldives, Dubai and Vietnam
