World Heel Meet 2007, London: Sat. March 10th - Page 9

kneehighs · 5th January 2007, 03:00

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Originally Posted by dr1819

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If I can make it to the World Heel Meet, I'll be wearing what I like, without "breaking boundaries," and I hope you like wearing what you enjoy wearing, too.

I sincerely hope to see you there. :)

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Originally Posted by dr1819

I'm not into latex, fetish, drag, crossdressing, transvestism, or other psychological terms.

Psych terms suck!

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But I don't see how this is on topic with the heel meet?

JeffB · 6th January 2007, 13:54

I've already mentioned this in a private message to kneehighs, but I'll make it official here as well----count me in!!

Despite having spent twenty years in the Navy, I've never been to London, so this would make for quite an adventure in which I envision a lot of picture taking! Also, I'd love nothing more than to meet some of the wild and crazy people (said with nothing but affection) who hang out at HHPlace! Just need to know if everyone's still planning to gather at the Starbucks on Oxford Street near Tottenham Court Road Tube Station (I have a funny feeling that after arriving, I'm gonna get a lot of odd looks when I ask where the subway is! Heh!) as previously mentioned, and what the itinerary will be.

I look forward to seeing everyone over in London! I'll be there with heels on!

kneehighs · 6th January 2007, 15:06

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Originally Posted by JeffB

I've already mentioned this in a private message to kneehighs, but I'll make it official here as well----count me in!!

Despite having spent twenty years in the Navy, I've never been to London, so this would make for quite an adventure in which I envision a lot of picture taking! Also, I'd love nothing more than to meet some of the wild and crazy people (said with nothing but affection) who hang out at HHPlace! Just need to know if everyone's still planning to gather at the Starbucks on Oxford Street near Tottenham Court Road Tube Station (I have a funny feeling that after arriving, I'm gonna get a lot of odd looks when I ask where the subway is! Heh!) as previously mentioned, and what the itinerary will be.

I look forward to seeing everyone over in London! I'll be there with heels on!

Wooohoooo!!!! That is great news.

I will keep everyone posted about details for the day. IF a change in the initial meet up location does occur, I will post news of it in this thread and in the Calendar Section. Dr. Shoe, Heelfan and I are working on some plans, so new details will surely be forthcoming. So Stay Tuned.

There will be a group of us meeting up on Friday afternoon and Friday night for dinner. Anyone who is coming early is welcome to join us.

Dr. Shoe · 6th January 2007, 20:07

We may have a much better (and less ambiguous) venue to meet at which we should have exclusive use of for the entire day. We will let everyone know nearer the time.

iloveboots · 6th January 2007, 23:53

Awesome news Jeff, look forward to meeting you in London,
david

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffB

I've already mentioned this in a private message to kneehighs, but I'll make it official here as well----count me in!!

Despite having spent twenty years in the Navy, I've never been to London, so this would make for quite an adventure in which I envision a lot of picture taking! Also, I'd love nothing more than to meet some of the wild and crazy people (said with nothing but affection) who hang out at HHPlace! Just need to know if everyone's still planning to gather at the Starbucks on Oxford Street near Tottenham Court Road Tube Station (I have a funny feeling that after arriving, I'm gonna get a lot of odd looks when I ask where the subway is! Heh!) as previously mentioned, and what the itinerary will be.

I look forward to seeing everyone over in London! I'll be there with heels on!

JeffB · 7th January 2007, 10:32

A question about money, mainly how much would I need for a weekend jaunt in London in terms of meals, transportation, souvenirs, sightseeing and the like? I'm not a big spender, so I don't need exact amounts, just rough numbers will do. Any answers would be appreciative. Thanks!

admirer5577 · 7th January 2007, 11:57

Unfortunately I haven't been in London for many years but I am told it is getting somewhat expensive for foreigners. A colleague from work is there this week-end and I will check with him for some more details.

Hotels are from £60-150 ($120-300) for a double room I think, I aim on a hotel for £80-90 which I believe should be of enough standard for me.

In my local newspaper I read the other day that a single tube ticket has increased to £4 from 1:st of January. That is almost $8 which is a ridiculous price if you ask me! There are 3 day passes for £16.40 ($32) or one day for £5.10. See this link for further details: http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/fares-tick...elcard-day.asp

I can't help to make a comparison with my flight ticket which is $38 plus taxes for a 2 hour return ticket on an international flight.

But, JeffB, why not just bring your your VISA / MasterCard and all your problem will be solved. I don't know how well AmEx works in England, it is not accepted everywhere in Sweden where VISA is the best card to have. Maybe some english guys here can tell whether AmEx is a good choice or not.

JeffB · 7th January 2007, 12:56

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Originally Posted by admirer5577

Unfortunately I haven't been in London for many years but I am told it is getting somewhat expensive for foreigners. A colleague from work is there this week-end and I will check with him for some more details.

Hotels are from £60-150 ($120-300) for a double room I think, I aim on a hotel for £80-90 which I believe should be of enough standard for me.

In my local newspaper I read the other day that a single tube ticket has increased to £4 from 1:st of January. That is almost $8 which is a ridiculous price if you ask me! There are 3 day passes for £16.40 ($32) or one day for £5.10. See this link for further details: http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/fares-tick...elcard-day.asp

I can't help to make a comparison with my flight ticket which is $38 plus taxes for a 2 hour return ticket on an international flight.

But, JeffB, why not just bring your your VISA / MasterCard and all your problem will be solved. I don't know how well AmEx works in England, it is not accepted everywhere in Sweden where VISA is the best card to have. Maybe some english guys here can tell whether AmEx is a good choice or not.

Thanks for the info. As for using a credit card, I only have one, and it'll be used only for securing my airfare and hotel, and even then, I'll probably max it out for that. Beyond that, I'll use cash for everything else. I used that strategy on a trip to Tokyo (far from cheap either) three years ago and that worked well.

JNR · 7th January 2007, 16:47

Do not take cash....Travelers checks...always travelers checks. And, as I am sure you already know, keep a extra record of their numbers for safety. (I recently had my wallet stolen in Paris and was saved from a big hassle because all of my important documents were in the hotel safe, along with a list of numbers for the travelers checks.)

(Additionally, I believe I would check the exchange rates at one of the local banks in your city.....Perhaps you might be able to get a better rate there than at your hotel in London.)

JeffB · 7th January 2007, 18:32

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Originally Posted by JNR

Do not take cash....Travelers checks...always travelers checks. And, as I am sure you already know, keep a extra record of their numbers for safety. (I recently had my wallet stolen in Paris and was saved from a big hassle because all of my important documents were in the hotel safe, along with a list of numbers for the travelers checks.)

(Additionally, I believe I would check the exchange rates at one of the local banks in your city.....Perhaps you might be able to get a better rate there than at your hotel in London.)

I meant to say traveler's checks. That was what I did when I went to Japan. And yeah, I got a better exchange rate before arriving in Nippon.