GABIT attendees thread

[llp]

Thanks for the warm welcome, folks! I'm certainly looking forward to being there. It'll be my first trip to London and I plan to make a to-do about it!

First time...oh my. That brings back (very old) memories! There is just so much to see. Depending on how much time you have, I suggest a 1/2 day bus around London. They will show you all the highlights but not necessarily enough time. Then you can say you have seen some and take the extra time to go back and spend time at the other places. I also suggest (if you have some extra £'s a high tea maybe had Harrods) - always a lot of fun. There are also dozens of day trips you can take but remember, that might be about all you can do in that one day. So you might get the most bang for you bucks in staying near London. There are more things to do there then I can mention here. Theatre a lot of fun = get tickets the day you want to go and they are usually 1/2 price. Someone here must know where that booth is to get the tickets. Of course the crown jewels (Tower of London) and if it is open - a tour of the "castle" is a must. What you must do is tell us your interest - pictures, castles, churches, modern, old, whatever. For example, a great portrait gallery is available (if a little hidden) right around the corner and near to Picadilly Circus. Not only portraits of the Royals but also contemporary ones of famous artists (music, art, story, acting, etc). Was a great way to spend a few hours. Missed that the first several times because I never went around that corner! As you can see - there are a million things (only a slight exaggeration) to do in London area.

[Amara D'Angeli]

I am definitely looking forward to the trip and have already made plans for several guided tours because I feel like I could definitely use access the highlights. But I'm going to be there long enough that I should be able to do those things but also take closer looks at the things that light my fire.

[EH-T]

Discount tickets (not always 1/2 price but discounted) can be had at Leicester Square.

I also loved the Portrait Gallery. And, of course, any museum.

[Nolamom]

I recommend the Tate. A bus tour of the city will give you a good overview of what you may want to spend more time on later. The British Museum - a short walk from Goodge station. The Rosetta stone, Elgin marbles, fabulous mummies, and so much more. The City of London museum - from the Angles and Saxons to the modern period. Great info on the Blitz.

[Amara D'Angeli]

You guys are just making me more and more excited about the trip!

[llp]

You guys are just making me more and more excited about the trip!

Good! First timers should always be excited. I may have gotten less excited over the years, but I have always enjoyed my trips to the UK. And I've been there more times then I can remember. When I first went there about 45 years ago, it was a lot different then what it is now. Some of the best things - it has become a world class place for excellent restaurants, they still try to cater to tourists (although more expensive now), the people speak almost the same language as I do, and mostly, it is a fascinating place full of historical sites and items that still draw you in and fascinate you. There are things for everyone's taste. So definitely look forward to your trip. And with all this, you also get to spend some time with AT and get to meet all of us Gabiteers! What else could you ask for!

[lame moose (mocha)]

nothing to say, just wanted to see what kind of shark i am.

[llp]

nothing to say, just wanted to see what kind of shark i am.

What kind of "shark"??? On this site??? Lost me on that one.

[EH-T]

What kind of "shark"??? On this site??? Lost me on that one.

Check the name below your llp. You are a Megalodon Shark. GW giving us shark names.

[SWMBOTGSG]

What shark be I??

Mumsey

[SWMBOTGSG]

Awwwww. Nurse shark - how appropriate!

[llp]

Awwwww. Nurse shark - how appropriate!

I so agree!

Check the name below your llp. You are a Megalodon Shark. GW giving us shark names.

Ah thanks!

[NZNeep]

Shaaark

[XFchemist]

I started editing the vid for Amanda's bday. 5days left to send me photos.
Sharon I remembered to cover your face with a marple leaf!

[EH-T]

I started editing the vid for Amanda's bday. 5days left to send me photos.
Sharon I remembered to cover your face with a marple leaf!

LOL, thanks. If it was going to AT directly I would be fine but on the interwebs I prefer the leaf!