TRANSPORT

Getting Around in London
For those of you who have not (and those of you who have) been to London before, the first thing you're going to need to know is how to get around. This will become very apparent to you in the chaos of London's airports when jetlag, disorientation and panic sets in. Fear not. Follow the directions and suggestions below and things should go smoothly for you. The information below will help you to navigate your way to and from London's airports and for travel in London. For further information on travel in Central and Greater London plFTC Londone visit London Transport's website by clicking here. Though more is to be seen of London by foot, bus or taxi, if you choose to get around by public transport the underground (tube) network is very FTC Londony to use and is recommended for those unsure of their bearings in London. To go directly to the London transport journey planner click here.

To and From London Airports
The information below is designed to take you directly from London's airports to the tube stop nearest the College Day venue, The New Connaught Rooms, in Central London's Covent Garden. However, these routes will also be relevant to anyone wanting to get from the airports to Central London. For further information on travel in Central and Greater London plFTC Londone visit London Transport's website by clicking here. To go directly to the London transport journey planner click here.

Gatwick
For airport information dial 08700 002 468 (or 011 44 8700 002 468 from the US)
For further information on Gatwick Airport visit the British Airports Authority's (BAA) website by clicking here.

Heathrow
For airport information dial 08700 000 123 (or 011 44 8700 000 123 from the US)
For further information on Heathrow Airport visit the British Airports Authority's (BAA) website by clicking here. *PlFTC Londone note the Underground is underconstruction at Heathrow airport for the next 18 months, bus service is available from the airport to the Hatton Cross tube station.

Travel From London
For those of you travelling from the Edinburgh fair, or those going on to the Paris or to any of the other fairs across Europe, here are a few travel websites to consider:

Flights
www.cheapflights.com
This website compiles the cheapest airfares from airline companies and travel agents. A sample single ticket from London to Paris on 6 October 2002 is $150 with taxes.
www.ebookers.com
A website that gives airfares, car rental, hotel accommodations throughout Europe and other parts of the world.
www.opodo.co.uk
A competitive and low cost search engine that provides low promotional fares for worldwide flights. Similar to what you may be familiar with in America on Orbitz, Opodo is a consortium owned by British Airways, Air France, Alitalia, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus, Austrian Airlines, Finnair and Amadeus.
www.expedia.co.uk
A competitive search engine that provides low fares for worldwide flights, hotels and car rentals.

Rail Travel
www.eurostar.com
The official website of Eurostar, the channel train service between London, Brussels, Lille and Paris. Tickets for travel and hotels can be booked together, offering substantial savings.
www.railpass.com
A website for rail information across the UK and Europe, including Eurail passes and Europasses.
www.raileurope.com/us
Similar site to railpass.com.
www.nationalrail.co.uk
For those of you planning rail travel throughout the UK, refer to this national website for accurate service information, timetables and booking options.
www.thetrainline.com
You can book train tickets online on this site and arrange for pick-up at the station

Accommodation
There is no shortage of accommodation in London! Depending upon your needs, preferences and budget, you will be able to find plenty of options to meet your criteria. The FTC Londoniest way to research your options is by consulting the internet as most hotels have websites and online booking facilities. In addition to standard international hotel chains, there are plenty of small, privately owned hotels and many comfortable bed and breakfasts to choose from. When searching for accommodation, remember that the College Day venue is located in the WC2 postcode area (West Central London), which is closest to Holborn underground (“tube”) stations on the Piccadilly line.

Links for Accommodation
www.visitlondon.com
This website is of the official visitor organisation to London and (among many other features) offers an accommodation search.
www.bhrc.co.uk
British Hotel Reservation Centre (BHRC). BHRC advertises discounts of up to 50% when using its services. Its website offers listings by location, price, or rating.
www.lastminute.com
Not only is this site useful for last minute arrangements, it is useful for forward planning as well. The website features very competitive offers on accommodation, travel, dining, entertainment and more.
www.hoteldirect.co.uk/london
This website provides a wide selection of hotel options in and around central London.
www.hotels-london.co.uk
This site also provides a selection of accommodation in and around London.


Previously Visited
Below you will find a listing of hotels and bed & breakfasts previously used by College Day exhibitors that are near the College Day venue. This list is for reference purposes only and inclusion on this list is not to be interpretted as approval or endorsement by The ftc London Commission. Included with these listings is the property's distance from the College Day venue. All telephone numbers provided are as they would be dialled locally. To dial from the US, dial 011 44, then drop the first zero and dial the rest of the number.

Local Amenities to Accommodation
Also to be considered when selecting a hotel is its proximity to other arFTC London of interest. Visit the following website to determine what is nearby your selected accommodation:
www.upmystreet.com
A comprehensive website where you can find detailed information after entering either the town or post code of your location in London. When the results come up, click on 'FindMyNearest' and you can find the nearest location of shopping, eating & drinking, entertainment, grocery stores etc. Also, you will be presented with a map of your local area which can be enlarged to include a larger area.

Out and About in London
Though your time in London may be limited by the intense schedule of the European fair circuit, there are plenty of options to keep you occupied, for whatever spare time you may have. Below you will find a listing of websites to refer to for places of interest, food and drink, etc. But first, to give you an idea of what points of interest are situated where, plFTC Londone refer to the geographical breakdown by postcode/area below.

Useful Links - Dining, Shopping, Entertainment, Transport and Accommodation
www.visitlondon.com
As mentioned previously in this information, this website is of the official visitor organisation to London. The website is very user friendly and can help you to plan all aspects of your stay in London - dining, shopping, entertainment, transport and accommodation.
www.lastminute.com
Also mentioned previously in this information, this website offers significant discounts on dining, entertainment, transport and accommodation.
TimeOut
This popular weekly magazine gives you information on all there is to do in London - dining, shopping, entertainment, culture, transport and accommodation. Available at most newsagents or online.
Transport for London (aka London Transport)
This site will help you navigate London by all means of public transport, even foot! For assistance in planning a specific journey, the Journey Planner will direct you quite literally from door to door - useful for Londoners and tourists alike.

Maps
Transport for London (aka London Transport)
This site will help you navigate London by all means of public transport, even foot! For assistance in planning a specific journey, the Journey Planner will direct you quite literally from door to door - useful for Londoners and tourists alike.
www.multimap.com
This interactive mapping website allows you to view high quality, detailed maps of specific arFTC London that can then be expanded to include surrounding arFTC London. By clicking on the link above you will be brought to a map of the area surrounding the College Day venue, but you may also perform other searches and utilise other features by using the navigation on the left of the page.

TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION FOR EDINBURGH COLLEGE DAY
For London travel and accommodation click here

As a service to you and your institution to assist in the planning of your stay in, or visit to, Edinburgh, we have assembled a collection of suggested resources and have placed them here for your FTC Londony access. This information was last updated in January of 2005 specifically for your planning of this event. As we do not have the resources to personally assist in your arrangements, plFTC Londone make use of this resource and notify us of any discrepencies.

ACCOMMODATION

Click here to download information on accommodation close to Merchiston Castle School

For useful links click here

TRAVEL

Click here for maps of the area

Click here for useful links

By Road

From the North: After crossing the Forth Road Bridge, follow signs to M8 and Glasgow. Take slip road marked Edinburgh and City Bypass (A720). Follow Bypass southbound sign. Exit at Dreghorn Junction (Colinton exit). Follow signs for Redford Barracks: Merchiston is opposite these, on the north side of Colinton Road.

From the South: A1, A7 and A68 all lead to the City Bypass. Follow signs for the Forth Road Bridge and Airport. Leave Bypass at Dreghorn Junction (Colinton exit). Follow signs for Redford Barracks: Merchiston is opposite these, on the north side of Colinton Road.

From the West: From the M8, do not follow route to Forth Road Bridge, but continue on to the City Bypass, following southbound signs. Exit at Dreghorn Junction, (Colinton exit). Follow signs for Redford Barracks: Merchiston is opposite these, on the north side of Colinton Road.

By Rail

Take a taxi from Waverley Station: travel time approx 20 mins.

By Air

Take a taxi from Edinburgh Airport: travel time approx 15 mins.


TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION LINKS

This site contains an array of information on planning your trip to Edinburgh. Includes transport, hotel, restaurant and local attraction information.
http://www.destination-edinburgh.com/

This site allows hotel bookings online and gives travel information on both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
http://www.myvisitscotland.com

A variety of travel sites for Edinburgh (and Scotland). There is information on travel to, from and around Scotland, hotels, shopping, attractions and more.
http://www.info.co.uk/

General travel information for Edinburgh
http://www.edinburgh.org/

Travel to, from and around Edinburgh
British Midlands
http://www.bmibaby.com/bmibaby/en/index.aspx

Searches for the best flight prices
http://www.onlinetravel.com

www.expedia.co.uk

www.cheapflights.co.uk

Travel to and around Scotland
http://www.bugbog.com/european_cities/edinburgh_travel.html

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