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KATHY B · 06-14-2005, 08:45 AM

Jim - I've been to London many times, but never on a cruise. Been there on land tours and on our own. Last time was about 5 years ago. It's one of my favorite cities. I can't help you regarding travel to the port, but if you have any other questions, just ask.

isujim · 06-14-2005, 08:49 AM

Thanks Kathy............

1. Where did you stay and was it expensive?

We are going in at least 2 days early before the cruise

2. Is there a "good part" or bad part of town to avoid?

Thanks again

KATHY B · 06-14-2005, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by isujim

Thanks Kathy............

1. Where did you stay and was it expensive?

We are going in at least 2 days early before the cruise

2. Is there a "good part" or bad part of town to avoid?

Thanks again

Jim, London is quite expensive. Hotels frequently change names, but I think the Hilton Green Park is still the same. Rooms are tiny but it's a great location. A walk through Green Park and you are at Buckingham Palace. And you can walk to Picadilly Square. Another was the Forum. A very nice hotel, but you need to take public transportaion into the Trafalgar Square area. We used the Underground. It's convenient to use and easy to understand. I would stay away from Soho. Haversmith area hotels are good but a good distance away from everything. Hotels in the Kensington area are also good, and it's not too far from the city center. Kensington is a nice area to stay. We have also stayed in the Selfridge Hotel on Oxford St. That would be expensive. If you find a hotel near Trafalgar Square, Parliament, Westminster Abbey you will be pretty much in the thick of things, but you will pay more. I would suggest Kensington. If you research and find specifics, I'll try to advise you. I love London. It's a hustle bustle city, but exciting. You can buy a ticket on the Big Red Bus and get on and off al day at different places of interest. It is also a great walking city. Very safe (at least until 5 years ago) and easy to get around. Hope I helped.

isujim · 06-14-2005, 10:30 AM

Thanks Kathy..........

I'm just starting my research and this is a great help to get me started. As I get specific questions, I'll get back to you..........I have a lot of time.

cruisinsince75 · 06-14-2005, 01:05 PM

Actually, from what I have read the train runs from Liverpool Street Station and there is a special train that runs on cruise days and takes you right to the port. Hope this helps!

Newbie, Huh???