Rail disruption - 4 & 8 October 2023

Due to planned industrial action and engineering works, there will be disruption to rail and London Underground services between Heathrow and Central London on Wednesday 4 and Sunday 8 October 2023.

 

Over this period, there will be disruption to Heathrow Express and Elizabeth line services

 

Please note, the London Underground (Tube) strikes that would have affected the Piccadilly line on Wednesday 4 and Friday 6 October 2023 have now been suspended, and the Piccadilly line will be running as normal throughout this period. 

 

Passengers should plan their journeys before travelling, and allow for additional time where necessary as services will be busier than normal.

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ULEZ expansion - 29 August 2023

London's Ultra Low Emission Zone, or ULEZ, is expanding to encompass all of Greater London, including Heathrow Airport, from the 29 August 2023.

 

The initiative, implemented by Transport for London (TfL), is aimed at reducing air pollution in London, therefore all vehicles entering the airport must meet certain emissions standards in order to avoid paying a daily charge.

 

The daily charge for non-compliant vehicles is £12.50 for most vehicles, including cars, vans, and motorcycles.

 

The charge will be in addition to any other fees or charges associated with entering the airport. The charge only applies when a vehicle is driven within the ULEZ zone, and does not apply to stationary vehicles including when cars are parked at Heathrow.

 

Please note, if you have booked Meet & Greet or Valet Parking with a non-compliant vehicle, and have selected a different exit terminal to your entry terminal, you will be liable for payment of a ULEZ charge to transfer your vehicle to another terminal.

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Marvellous Mumbai

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Stuart Messham
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Mumbai is a bustling place of many beauties. One minute you'll be whirring across the city on a rickety rickshaw, the next wallowing in the sumptuous serenity of the Hanging Gardens and gently pondering your next adventure over some of the most delicious Indian food on the planet. Mumbai truly is a marvel.
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The Gateway to India: There are other ways in, but this is probably the most beautiful! (Especially at sunset.)

Visit the Mumbai Taj, slurp cocktails on rooftops and enjoy the city’s most memorable sunset

A scintillating mix of European and Arabesque architectural influences, the Mumbai Taj is not only one of the most Instagrammable buildings in Mumbai, it’s also a 5-star hotel: should you have a fair amount of treat money, you not only get to gawp at its exterior magnificence, you can also bask in its opulent interior and top-notch service. Come on, you deserve it.

Another pricey but unforgettable experience in Mumbai is to dine at the rooftop bar of the sleek Four Season’s hotel in the emerging Worli district. You’re promised high-end grub with a sumptuous sideplate of incredible views of the swarming metropolis below and the Arabian sea in the distance. It’s really quite stunning.

Speaking of which, you must also pay a visit to the Gateway of India, an arch-monument built in the early 20th century to commemorate the landing of King-Emperor Geroge V, the first British monarch to visit India in late 1911. At sunset, it’ll be busy – the midday heat has lessened and tourists and locals will be enjoying the shorefront – but we promise it’ll be worth it.

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Peshwari serves authentic Indian grub cooked and served in a wonderfully authentic ambience. Just don't expect any rice!

Take a rickshaw tour, indulge at Peshwari and plunder Crawford Market

If you’re a fan of Indian food – and keen on eschewing any modern variants or “fusion” dinners – then you can’t beat the old-school approach of the Peshwari restaurant in ITC Maratha. It’s an iconic, legendary establishment that features popular dishes from the North India and Mughlai provinces. This style of food is traditionally eaten with bread, so you won’t find rice on the menu, but you will be encouraged to mop up the yummy curry with your naan.

Foodies should also be drawn to Crawford Market: there’s a unique hustle and bustle, hundreds of places to walk and peruse and plenty of pani puri to be enjoyed. Pani puri is an immensely popular street food comprised of crispy, hollow, fried dough balls (puri) filled with boiled potatoes, steamed moong sprouts or boiled chickpeas with tangy water and sweet chutney – and believe us when we say, one is never enough!

While you’re getting hands-on with the city’s culture, you should note that any rickshaw journey – whether it be to somewhere specific or a tour of the city – is a lovely way to experience Mumbai. It’s noisy, bumpy, a bit dusty and hugely authentic. But doing it after lashings of pani puri or visiting Peshwari might not be the smartest idea.

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The Hanging Gardens of Mumbai are a lovely place to take a break from the city and plot your next Mumbai adventure.

Visit Sanjay Gandhi National Park and the Hanging Garden of Mumbai

Finally, for those of you who want a break from the city, it’s a really nice idea to head just outside it to the jungle paradise of Sanjay Gandhi National Park.

There’s thousands of species of plants, the amazing Shilonda waterfall (cheesy romantic shots ahoy!) and if you’re very fortunate, you might even come across a roving leopard or three. Oh, and there’s also the Kanheri Caves where you get to see the ancient buildings of the buddhist monks: quite an exceptional sight.

Speaking of which, outdoor lovers will also be entranced by the Hanging Garden of Mumbai on the slope of Malabar Hill. It’s a lovely place to just while away a few luxurious hours while you ponder and plan your next Mumbai adventure.

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Marvellous Mumbai can be accessed via Heathrow using Air India, Air Canada, BA and Virgin. 
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