Newbie goes to London (and Paris)

lostinspace · 06-02-2008, 12:39 PM

Hello,

I'm planning a trip to London and Paris next year and would like a handheld GPS unit that will work in a major city environment. I'm considering the Garmin eTrex Vista® HCx. I plan on doing quite a bit of walking and would love to plot museums and pubs... not necessarily in that order.

I would appreciate any advice or opinions!

Regards,
HB

Max · 06-02-2008, 10:48 PM

I'm a fan of the (sirf'd) vista's, but I should first ask - what sort of mobile phone do you have? You might be better off using something integrated for your travels - as it would add less to your mess so to speak

If you're decided on a dedicated GPS unit, the HCx is a pretty nice unit for the task. It should get you decent coverage and quick acquisitions no matter the location

lostinspace · 06-03-2008, 1:47 PM

That's a great idea about the phone. Sadly, I have a "pay-as-you-go" piece of crap phone, but I'll look into a new phone that may suit both needs. One less piece of equipment is so critical when traveling.

Thanks, and GO CELTICS!

06-02-2008, 12:39 PM	#1
lostinspace Join Date: Jun 02 2008 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 2	Newbie goes to London (and Paris) Hello, I'm planning a trip to London and Paris next year and would like a handheld GPS unit that will work in a major city environment. I'm considering the Garmin eTrex Vista® HCx. I plan on doing quite a bit of walking and would love to plot museums and pubs... not necessarily in that order. I would appreciate any advice or opinions! Regards, HB

06-02-2008, 10:48 PM	#2
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06-03-2008, 1:47 PM	#3
lostinspace Join Date: Jun 02 2008 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 2	Re: Newbie goes to London (and Paris) That's a great idea about the phone. Sadly, I have a "pay-as-you-go" piece of crap phone, but I'll look into a new phone that may suit both needs. One less piece of equipment is so critical when traveling. Thanks, and GO CELTICS!