Going to Europe in 2 weeks. Flying into London and out of Paris and will be there 16 days/nights. We are considering 5 days in London and 11 in Paris and the rest of France. Is there enough to see in Paris and the rest of France to fill 11 days? Is 5 days enough or too much in London?
We would like to enjoy our vacation at a leisurely pace and really soak in the atmosphere of the places we visit and not rush through everything. What do you think of this itinerary? What would you do differently? What else should we see in England and France? Should we consider visiting another city or country?
We have never been to Europe, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
I’ve only been to London, and the only advice I can give you is to be prepared for spending A LOT of money. It’s an *expensive* city. Not too sure about Paris.
I went with this organization, too. Maybe their tour diaries can help you come up with some ideas and places to visit while you’re there.
http://www.explorica.com/TourDiaries
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I have one week off. Ideally would have loved to go to Sydney, but my vacation is not that long. I don’t mind the cold weather, but if it is rainy and miserable, that won’t be good. My friend and I are early 30s. I have been to paris already, so I guess it’s further down the list. Would like an exciting party and some fun cultural or city things to do for the rest of the week. We are also thinking costa rica? Any other suggestions are welcome as long as the flight is less than 8 or so hours from Houston.
What kind of indoor things can we do on the other days?
Toronto will be miserable and cold. Visit closer to the summer.
I have been to both London and Paris, although no at New Years. I enjoyed London infinitely more. Paris, is found to be very dirty, and very freaky at night-time. Men would expose themselves to my classmates on the subway, and guys selling over-priced souvenirs would literally chase us.
London wasn’t like that at all. It was friendly and beautiful. A truly unique cultural experience.
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I’m planning on taking a trip to London and Paris once I turn 19. I plan to fly to London and stay there for five days, and then fly to Paris and stay there for five days as well. A 10 day vacation. I’m not incredibly picky about hotels, although I would like to be comfortable. I’m hoping that an experienced traveller might know a close estimate of the total cost, including airfare, hotel, food, and extra money for touristy things (the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, etc.) and shopping.
That depends on a lot of things including the ever changing exchange rate for pounds and euros.
I just planned that exact trip, with Belgium and Scotland also. The airfare from west coast US to Heathrow was around 800. If you are in NYC you can find really cheap flights, say 200 sometimes, usually last minute though.
Flying from London to Paris was around 100 (one way). But if you know a couple of months ahead of time you can get a train ticket through the chunnel for less. If you wait to a few weeks before you leave the trains may be booked and more expensive then flying.
Hotels range as much as they do in NYC or San Fran anywhere from 50-600 or more. If you do your research you can find a decent hotel in a good location for around 100 a night (dollars). Which isn’t bad, considering most hotels like Marriott’s and Hilton’s in the States are over that.
Tourist attractions have their current ticket rates listed. Most Museums are going to be comparable to the ones in the states for admission.
Try some sites that cater more toward Europe then the usual US travel sites.
Planetware has some great guides to European cities.
Easyjet has cheap airfare in between European cities.
City Discovery has some cool tours out of the major cities if you don’t plan on renting a car. (like Stonehenge from London)
Skoosh has some great hotel deals in Europe.
Qype is the Yelp of the UK. Reviews by locals.
Have a great trip. And take advantage of the student discounts across Europe for everything if you are under 25.
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I am wanting to go to London and Paris next year in August with 2 friends. None of us have ever been to Europe… We would like to fly into London and stay there for 3 days and then take a train to Paris and spend 3 days there. Then we would fly back to the US from Paris. What is the best way to plan this trip? Are there any good websites/trip planners?? Any advice on how to book this trip (cheaply!) would be appreciated. Thanks!
If you are full-time college students–look into Generation Fly, they offer GREAT discounts for students through Lufthansa Airlines.
STA Travel is also a great booking site for students.
If you are not a student, I would try lessno.com but be sure that no part of your flight-name, date, anything- will have to be changed after purchased, they charge a lot to get it changed.
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I have been to Orlando, Tampa, Savannah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, New York, Boston, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec, London, and Paris.
Any Suggestions?
Here some other things for consideration.
I'm not rich, so I can only take about 2 weeks. And anything > $2000 if probably out of the question. Asia and Australia are probably out of the question.
Unless in US or Canada, I don't want to drive.
Sounds like you enjoy going to places that have history and fun things to do. Since you haven’t been to the west coast, I’d suggest heading out there (California - San Francisco, San Diego, or Napa Valley). Or visit Maine, Washington DC, or the Outerbanks if you want to stick with the east coast.
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I’m going to Washington this June, but seeing politicians is hardly a vacation. so, after that I’m going to London and Paris the following October. hooray for planning ahead.
I really want to go to Australia, but i don’t think it will be for a while yet. 
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I want to see as many of these places: Paris, Florence, Venice, London, Switzerland, Tuscany, Germany, Holland, Rome, and Nice. With any kind of a cruise would be great! I have around 2 weeks time available for vacation.
omg, i think we are going to be traveling buddies. i just found this tour for my vacation and it’s totally what you want. it’s called the european winter sampler. it’s 15 days long and it has amsterdam, germany, switzerland, austria, venice, rome, florence, tuscany, nice, paris, and london. it also has the canal cruise and a ride on the eurostar train. good luck and i hope it was of some help.
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Im going on a vacation out to Europe, but have no idea where to go.
Places besides Paris, Italy, London and Portugal please!
Spain
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Would anyone recommend renting a car if staying in Silver Springs, Arlington or suburb areas?
How is marking at the monuments or traffic?
I have driven in London, and Paris and it wasn't that bad. Any suggestions?
I'd use the METRO…that's what I do when I go there. You can always rent a car for just one day if you want to see things outside of the heart of the major DC area. But the METRO is the way to go…throw in a taxi here or there. Because, remember, you need to PARK that car someplace…and places are scarce and costly.
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I assume it's at the airport upon arrival, but I'm not sure. Could anyone help me? I'm just vacationing, but I'll also be going to Paris, Edinburgh, and the Republic of Ireland. My whole vacation will be 1 month long.
You do not need a visa.
You will get an immigration card on the plane to fill in and hand to immigration control with your passport on arrival.
Welcome and have a great holiday!
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