Originally Posted by doug_stallings (Post 16877310)

Given the current very favorable exchange rate, I suspect you can find a better hotel in a more central location than Earl's Court. I've stayed in Kensington and Earl's Court but prefer to be a bit more central.

Originally Posted by AJPeabody (Post 16877319)

The V&A is indeed worth a visit. Actually, since entry is free and the place is both huge and varied, several smaller visits to just one area at a time are warranted, sort of like a fill in for a blank hour in one's day. The special exhibits (fee, but 2 for 1 can apply) are also well worth it, judging from our experiences last fall.