Sunday 20th October 2013 by Will Langdale
Last week we shared some of the tips and tricks we use to get the most out of our TicketTree theatre breaks, in the hope that you can apply them to a trip you’ve got planned. Rather than leave it there, the proactive and intrepid staff of the TicketTree office have sent over some of their own money-saving tips, and they were too good not to post! So without further ado, the TicketTree experts have a lifetime of theatre break knowledge to bestow upon you, and remember – if you’d like to speak to any of us we’re just a phone call away.
Andy says: “Odd number in your party? Most hotels unfortunately levy a single person occupancy charge if one person is in a room on their own, which we know is very frustrating and can add unnecessary expense to your break. However we can help to avoid this, by offering hotels that can sleep three people in one room, meaning no-one is left out and keeping the cost of your package down”. Whether you need a room with a double and single bed, or a room with three separate beds, both are available in London, and we know exactly where to find them.
Phil says: “If you’re under about 5ft or travelling with children, beware the front row of Circles! Theatres (and us) are obligated by law to tell you if your seat has a restricted view, but this can sometimes be based on an expected height of over 5ft. Circle front rows often have a safety rail and production equipment that lights the stage, and while in most theatres this is arranged so it isn’t a problem, there are a couple that can catch you out. On the other hand, in many theatres the Dress or Royal Circle is the best place for kids because the slope, or rake, is much, much steeper than in the Stalls, giving a much better view with no pesky adult heads in the way!”
Jack says: “The day of the week makes a big difference in Theatreland. A Saturday evening may be appealing but as soon as the curtain rises, it doesn’t matter what day it is. For this reason, I would recommend checking if your chosen show has a Sunday matinee. You will get much better seats (most notably with The Lion King) and you could make huge savings (as is the case with Dirty Dancing). If your iron-fisted boss will not allow you to have a Monday off, you could stay the Saturday night, see the show on Sunday and travel home in the evening. One other brief note on choosing a day to travel is that if you avoid traveling on a Friday, you could save a pretty penny on your rail costs.”
Have any questions or want to ask us something about our theatre packages in person? Drop us an email or call us – we’re more than happy to speak to you 7 days a week.