Gardens of Grandeur: Cotswolds, Wales & Chelsea

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Pre-Travel Form

We need some important information prior to your trip. This information will include your flight details which we need for your transfer. Please fill in this information as soon as possible.

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Please use this form to add available options to your tour. Any options selected will be added to your file and you will receive an updated invoice.

Arrival Details

Arrive to London, England - Heathrow Airport (LHR) - any time on or before the first day of the tour.

Departure Details

Depart from London, England - Heathrow Airport (LHR) - on the last day of the tour.

Airport Transfers

Arrival and departure transfers are included with your tour. 

 

If you have booked your own flight or purchased your own pre-night or post night accommodations (not through the Women's Travel Club) you will have to arrange your own airport transfer or take a taxi.

Flight Information

The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible. Please do not book flights until your tour status is guaranteed. Once your flights are booked please enter your flight information on the pre-travel form above.

If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.

Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.

Entry Requirements

Visa

For Canadian and U.S. citizens, a visa is not required for stays for up to 6 months in the United Kingdom.

 

Passport

You should always make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months past the dates of travel.

 

Vaccinations
While no specific vaccinations are required, we recommend that your routine vaccinations are up to date and that you visit a local travel health clinic or doctor for advice prior to the trip.

 

The Women's Travel Club recommends travelers to be fully vaccinated against COVID. Some countries will require COVID vaccination to enter, it is the traveler's resposibility to insure they meet all requirements.  

 

Travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your government's travel recommendations page.
Canada - https://travel.gc.ca/ 
USA -  https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html

Connect With Your New Travel Friends!

Group Chat

Chat with others on your tour on our private, online network. Share information and ideas for your upcoming tour.

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Online Meet & Greet

Join the live, online meet and greet to meet your fellow travelers and your tour host. This informal online get-together will happen shortly before your tour.

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Suggested Packing List

This is a suggested packing list for your tour. Please keep in mind that your personal needs or requirements may differ from the items on this list.

  • Flight information and documents - eticket number
  • Travel insurance policy 
  • Passport (make a copy)
  • Pen (please bring your own for filling our documents)
  • Camera (with extra memory cards and batteries)
  • Cash, credit card and debit card
  • Cell phone, tablet, etc with charging cables
  • Day pack (for daily excursions)
  • Earplugs (if needed)
  • Electical adapter and converter
  • External charger
  • First aid kit and medications (bring extra prescription medications in their prescription bottles/packages)
  • Fleece top/sweater
  • Footwear including comfortable closed toe shoes
  • Hat
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Light jacket
  • Locks for bags
  • Long pants, capris and/or shorts
  • Money belt (optional)
  • Personal entertainment (reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc)
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Shirts (blouses, t-shirts, tank tops, etc)
  • Sleepwear
  • Small travel towel (optional)
  • Smart outfit (optional for evenings out)
  • Sunglasses
  • Toiletries
  • Watch and/or alarm clock

Weather

In May, temperatures in the Cotswolds and Wales hit highs of 63°F (17°C) and lows of 45°F (7°C). Depending on which way the wind is blowing, it can feel cold enough for a coat or warm enough for a t-shirt.

Currency

The official currency in the United Kingdom is the pound sterling (GBP/£). One pound sterling consists of 100 pence. Notes are £5, £10, £20, and £50. Coins are 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2.

ATM (cash) machines accepting all major international credit and debit card brands are widely available.

Credit cards are widely accepted.

Electric Outlets

In the United Kingdom the associated plug type is, type GType G plugs have three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. The United Kingdom operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

A universal all-in-one travel adapter (can be purchased from retailers like Amazon) will allow you to plug in and charge most electronic devices. Most electronic devices have built-in converters. However, if you plan to use North American appliances like hair dryers, flat irons or curling irons you will need a converter.