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We've gotten a fair number of questions from people planning trips to London and the United Kingdom. Here are some of those queries along with our answers (just click on the question to see the response). Take a look, someone else's question may be on the tip of your tongue...

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Day trips by train

What cities are the best for day trips from London? Bath, Stratford, York, Oxford, Cambridge..?

Big people time outs

We are lucky enough to have a built-in babysitter on our upcoming trip to London. What are your suggestions for evening activities for parents?

Winter in the countryside

This winter we have the chance for an extended stay in the UK. We want to see some "real English countryside." Do you have any suggestions?

Car rental/driving

We're considering renting a car in England. How hard is it to adjust to driving on the "wrong side" of the road?

Driving times and distances

I'm having a terrible time finding info on driving distances and times around England. I have no idea how far apart places are in actual driving time. Where can I get this info?

Stonehenge? Bath?

How much time to spend there? I have heard some bad things about both Stonehenge and Bath - basically that it is a waste of time to go to either place. Is this true?

August weather?

I will be in London, Scotland, and Ireland in the end of Aug. I was wondering what the weather would be like so that I can pack accordingly. Also, what would you recommend to wear or avoid wearing while I'm there? Thanks.

Fido?

How can I take my dog with me to London?

To the zoo?

London Zoo worth seeing? I always try to visit the zoo in new cities that I travel to.

Family rooms?

Can I find a hotel room in London to accomodate two adults and two kids?

Windsor? Hampton Court? Stratford?

Traveling with a 10yr old girl and limited time. Which is more worthwhile to see, Windsor Castle or Hampton Court Palace? Also, is Stratford on Avon is worth a stop? I have heard it has become a true tourist trap?

Can I get your book?

When will your book--Let's Take the Kids to London--be published? How can I get a copy?

Horseback in Hyde Park?

Our family is planning a trip to London in October. The children are girls, aged 13 and 14. The younger would like to take a ride in Hyde Park. Is this a possibility?

Regent's Park activities?

I'm interested in visiting Regent's Park while in London. What's there?

Currency exchange?

Will the value of the Dollar go down soon? Should I convert money to Pounds now?

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