http://www.londonvacationexperts.com Everything you need to know about planning a vacation in London. Wed, 23 Aug 2006 03:44:26 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en While there are many places within London that are ideal for peoplewatching (any train or Tube station, for example), I think I've found one of the most relaxing and fascinating spots to watch the tourists mingle with locals. Go to the Starbucks Coffee across the street from the ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/08/21/londons-1-location-for-peoplewatching/ According to Reuters, disclosure this week in the U.K. of the alleged plot to smuggle bombs on aircraft disguised as beverages immediately brought extreme new security measures and chaos at airports on both sides of the Atlantic. People flying between the U.S. and the U.K. must be prepared ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/08/13/new-ukus-airline-restrictions-now-in-effect/ Vacationers should note that the London Underground is undergoing over $10 million in upgrades, which means closures that may delay or reroute your journeys. There will also be closures as the subway system begins extensive expansion and preparations for the 2012 Olympic Games. The Tube’s official website, www.thetube.com, ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/07/16/london-underground-2006-tube-closures-for-improvements/ When traveling to the U.K. on vacation, you’ll need to prepare yourself in advance to convert your electric and electronic items in order to be able to use them. While the U.S. uses 110-volt electricity, the majority of countries around the world use a 220-volt system. ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/07/13/converting-your-electric-appliances-while-on-your-london-vacation/ A vacation in the U.K. can be quite costly, especially if you're taking the entire family. Between airfare, accommodations, and food, you're likely to spend thousands of US dollars. However, there are still quite a few things to do in London that cost absolutely nothing that ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/07/04/top-10-free-things-to-do-in-london/ In the last days of the 20th century, the world’s largest Ferris wheel was built on London’s South Bank. The London Eye, sponsored by British Airways, is more accurately an observation wheel that stands nearly 450 feet high, weighs 1,700 tons, and carries 32 air-conditioned “pods” filled with ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/07/02/overlooking-london-part-iii-the-london-eye/ The 2005 Tony Award winner for best musical, Monty Python’s SPAMALOT, will finally reach London this fall. Tickets went on sale this past February, eight months in advance of its highly-anticipated opening night. Arguably, this will be the toughest seat to purchase this year but ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/06/24/monty-pythons-spamalot-comes-to-london-in-2006/ Keeping yourself and your loved ones safe and healthy during your London vacation is obviously important. Taking a few minutes to prepare before your trip will help you avoid potential problems and allow you to enjoy yourself. While it may be difficult to fit one more item in your ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/06/24/staying-safe-and-healthy-during-your-london-vacation/ In the first installment of this series of articles on taking in the London views from a higher vantage point, you learned that the Monument was an inexpensive but delightful way to see the skyline for just a few pounds. Good news! The same people who manage ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/06/14/overlooking-london-part-ii-tower-bridge/ London and all of the U.K. is clinging on to its monetary system, despite being a member of the Euro-using European Union. British Pounds Sterling are used in the following denominations: £50, £20, £10 and £5 notes and £2, £1, 50p, 20p, 10p, 5p, 2p, and 1p coins. ... http://www.londonvacationexperts.com/2006/06/08/50/