Tuesday, 21 July 2015

Contiki FAQ London

Q: When you get off at Russell Square Tube Station do you turn left towards RN?
A: Yes. There's maps on little stands all along the streets in London anyway and the ones in Russell Square have the RN on them . Russell square tube has a lift to the street level, take the lift as there are 150 stairs or something like that

Q: How hard is it to do organized day trips from London and what are some good tours.
A: Day trips from London that are organized are very good and very organized. There are many companies and they are all good. A few meet from the Victoria coach station. They do tours to Windsor, bath, Stonehenge, Stafford and Warner brothers studios as well as further a field. They are worth doing if you have the time and want to see more of Britain.

Q: Im traveling in London before and after my tour, should i books things like madame Tussaud, London eye or London pass before i come.
A: These things can be booked early, you might get a discount. Book online while you are at home, turn up on the day and pick them up. It is easy, you avoid lines and it is cheaper.

Q: Is the London hop on hop off bus worth it?
A: If you want to see the city in an open top bus it is, but it is a 2 hr loop that takes 3hrs in a morning due to the traffic. There is also the London weather to watch out for. Do a loop in the bus, then go about using the tube and other buses and you will see more of London.

Q: How long should i stay in London before and after my trip?
A: In London there is lots to do and see. If you have the time stay for a week before the tour, see the sights and take day trips, then once you trip is over stay a few more days before moving on. You should also find other accommodation as well. If you have been to London before, stay 3 or 4 days before your tour, just to explore.

Q: What are some of the things i should see and do in London?
A: This depends on what you like, but there is shopping such as regents and oxford streets, harrods. Parks such as Hyde, kensington and green. There are some cool museums – British, V&A, Churchill war rooms, natural history, science, imperial war museum, guards museum. Churches – st pauls, Westminster and temple churches or abbeys. Then there is Piccadilly circus, Trafalgar square, parliament, Buckingham palace, big ben, London eye, madame Tussaud, the zoo, the list goes on and on. Have a look at a map of London and then choose a few things to focus on.

Q: Are there any good pub crawls in London?
A: London has lots of pub crawls, a lot of them leave from the Piccadilly circus, covent garden area. They cover a lot of bars in this area. All include a free drink each bar and some drink specials. Europe free walking tours also do a pub crawl in London. Most run every night and can be fun. In London, they tend to head to the last club/ bar about 11 – 11.30, giving time for those that are not into clubs time to get onto the tube before it closes.

Q: Is doing a walking tour in London worth it?
A: Like most places, London has lots of walking tours, there are also themed ones as well. A first timer to London would enjoy the sandeman ones, that cover a general area. There are also royal ones, roman ones, ww2, musical, pub crawls and the like. There is something to suit everyone and is a chance to explore in depth an area of interest.

Q: In London how do you get to Hampton court?
A: This is very easy to do and doesn't take long to get there. Also there is lots to do once you are there. First start by heading to Waterloo station, from the tube section of the station, head to the above ground trains and find the train going to Hampton court – this is the last stop. Use your oyster card to get a ticket, get on the train. A short time later you at Hampton court station. Get off and follow the signs to the palace. Also follow the crowds.

Q: In London is it hard to visit the palaces?
A: Most of the palaces are very easy to visit, most are on the London pass such as Hampton court, kensington and Windsor. Buckingham palace is a bit difficult, it can be visited but only at certain times of the year and you need to book online. It it worth it? Depends on what you like.

Q: In London, What can i do when visiting buckingham palace?
A: Buckingham palace is easy to get to and there are a few things you can do. If it is the right time of year you can do a tour of the palace, you can watch the changing of the guard at the palace. There is also the queen Victoria statue and st James park to wander around. Just walking up to the palace and taking a few pictures is still worthwhile for those that are time poor

Q: What are the parks like in London?
A: There are a number of parks in London, a lot of them large, but fun to walk or bike around in. The ones that are very close together are Kensington gardens, Hyde park, green park and st James park. There is also regent park, home of the Zoo and Greenwich park, home of the observatory. It is a nice place to walk around on a sunny morning. There are also lots of people walking dogs or generally walking at most times of the day.

Q: Are the markets in London worthwhile going to visit?
A: It depends on what you like, but there is something for everyone and there are many different markets. It is also just interesting to have a look around and people watch. To see where all the markets are and what they sell, google them and go from there.


Q: Are the markets in London worthwhile going to visit?
A: It depends on what you like, but there is something for everyone and there are many different markets. It is also just interesting to have a look around and people watch. To see where all the markets are and what they sell, google them and go from there.

Q: At the Royal National hotel in London, can i leave things there while i travel?
A: The royal national hotel in London, has the contiki basement, you can leave things here. It will cost on a per day or a per week basis. Other suggestions are to hire lockers in stations.

Q: What is the contiki London explorer like?
A: This is either a 3 or 5 day tour. It is similar to the new York uncovered, in that there is no real tour, just a contiki rep at the contiki basement. There is the option to do some day trips, with other companies and a chance to use the tube. It is a chance to see London, with most of it organized for you. However you are better off doing this by yourself as you could save money this way and still see more.


Q: In New York and London, should i go an see a musical – how?
A: Both these cities have some great musicals and shows. Take a night and go see one. They are all over the city and many types to suit all tastes. You can get tickets online or at the various cheap ticket booths around the city – usually at times square on around Trafalgar square.


Q: In London are there any good pubs at the royal national area?
A: The pub inside the royal national hotel is very good – good place to to hang out and also get some good food. There are some pubs across the road and in the nearby shopping center.

Q: In London, are post offices easy to use?
A: Just line up with your package or question and the people behind the counter will help you. There are plenty around.

Q: In London what other walking tours are there besides jack the ripper?
A: There are plenty of walking tours, general London, the city, royal London, roman London, medieval London, London parks, bike tours, ww2, ghost tours, market tours, etc, etc, there is something for everyone.


Q: In London, can i theme some of my days?
A: In London you could make a day of seeing everything to do with royalty, second world war, Romans, parks, Victorian, history, harry potter, and many other ideas.

Q: In London, where are some good bars and restaurants?
A: Restaurants and bars are everywhere, but the best are near Piccadilly circus, Victoria station, other stations or near the theaters.

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