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Archives for December 2007

Restaurant for 6 on new years eve in London
Yup, its all been left very last minute. Anyone know of a good restaurant/bar in London for 6 people tonight? Don't mind set menu's as long as its got a good vibe. Thanks
cheap days out in london
Taking the kids to London weres the best places to go and were to buy the tickets. Thanks Elaine
London 2for1 - Does it work with Oyster PayAsYouGo Card?
Referring to the 2for1 offers here: http://www.2for1entry.co.uk/default.aspx Do I need a Travelcard (Zone1-2) or can I still use them if I travel with my Oyster card? Please advise as I'll be heading down to London tomorrow morning. Thanks in advance.
London Fireworks on New Years Eve
Hi I am planning to go to see the fireworks in London on New Years Eve and need a bit of advice. I know it can get very crowded around the Embankment/Westminster area but is there another location which is less crowded and has good views? Also, I'm thinking of parking my car around the outskirts as the public transport…
Ice skating in London
I'm thinking of going ice skating at one of the outdoor rinks up in London. Does anyone know if it's necessary to book tickets? If I book through ticketmaster I have to pay a booking fee and am tied down to being at the rink at a set time which I don't like the idea of considering I'll be using public transport to get…
Trip to London.Scotland Any discounts, coupons etc
Hi all, My son and daughter in law are coming out on December 27th from Canada. MY dil has never been out of Canada and she wants to do it all. She wants to go to madame Tussauds and castles etc. Does anyone know of any sites where I can get discounts on visits to castles or attractions? Money is tight and my son was…
Space Centre Leicester
Hi Has anyone been to the Dr Who exhibition at the space centre, (or even just the centre!) that's on over the next couple of weeks. We're thinking about taking our sons age 9 and 6 over the break and wondered if it was worth it. We also have a 12 month old, so is it suitable for a pushchair or will we need to leave him…
Ideas for family day out, 4 kids aged 6-10, Newbury (M4/A34) area
Any ideas? I'd tracked down the website for The Living Rainforest, but another poster here said it was disappointing. Grateful for any help, looking for something under £30, for my partner's 4 kids to meet my own Dad and step-mum for the first time - so activity based rather than watching film/out for a meal I think,…
Where to exchange...
We are flying to italy for Xmas... Do we get a better deal here(UK)or in Italy to change the money. Thank you.
The Golden Compass
didnt know where to post this , saw this film last night and it is fantastic :j best film ive seen in years ,and paid with my nectar points so only cost a drink !:T :T :T
FREE ENTRY to Explore-At-Bristol this Saturday
FREE ENTRY to Explore-At-Bristol this Saturday 15 December 2007 Our gift to Bristol and beyond... This Saturday only, entry to the hands-on science centre Explore is free for everybody! There are two fantastic new special exhibitions - LoveSport and Inside DNA - plus one especially for the under 8s called Fossils and Funny…
Shopping/hotels in manchester
Will be traveling to Manchester next year to see Bon Jovi and need a hotel...anyone know any decent ones, easy to find, in the city centre (not too expensive) Also, how decent is the Trafford centre? Does the tram go there or is it better to drive? Cheers
Savill Gardens - Free visits in December
For the whole of December 2007 admission to Savill Gardens, Virginia Water, Surrey is totally free :j(normally £5 per adult). The new Saville Building is architecturally complementary to the beautiful gardens, but watch out for the prices in the gift shop. Parking is also free for the first 90 mins. The road to Savill…
Big Wheel at Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park
Quick question for anyone who's been, when you turn up on the day and buy a ticket are you given a time slot? Thanks.
New years Eve London
Hi all, we are looking to go out clubbing on the New Year's eve to some nice place. Have heard about the Embassy, Funky Buddha, Cafe de Paris etc but not sure how we could buy our entry tickets and the prices. Please could you advise on some decent places along with prices and the ambience? Many thanks in advance!
Xmas day in London
Are there any tourist attractions that are going to be open on xmas day in london like the London Eye or Planetarium etc?
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