FAQs
$200 per guest, which cover essentials like food, hospitality, and making sure your experience is enjoyable and seamless. Guests will be responsible for: (a) flights to and from London, (b) hotel in London, (c) additional meals outside of the scheduled program.
Travel expenses will need to be covered by attendees. We encourage you to plan ahead to make the most of your trip! If you need any travel tips or advice, feel free to reach out.
Starting in 2025, U.S. citizens will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before traveling to the UK. While no traditional visa is required for short visits, the ETA will be a mandatory pre-entry requirement for U.S. travelers.
Key Points About the UK ETA for U.S. Citizens:
- Who needs it? All U.S. passport holders traveling to the UK for tourism, business, or short stays (up to 6 months).
- How to apply? Online application through the UK government website or mobile app.
- What is required? A valid passport, travel details, and a small application fee.
- How long does it take? Approval is expected within 48-72 hours in most cases.
- How long is it valid? Likely valid for multiple entries over 2 years (similar to the EU’s ETIAS system).
The ETA is not a visa, but failing to obtain one before travel will result in denial of entry at the UK border.
For the latest updates and applications, visit: www.gov.uk
For May & October Trip:
NEAR Kensington (Holy Trinity Brompton Church)
Below are some hotel/accommodation options that we recommend. They are arranged in closest proximity to Holy Trinity Brompton Church where we will be gathering.
The Rembrandt Hotel 2 min walk (Most Alpha USA Staff Stay Here)
Hotel London Kensington 15-20 min walk
Radisson Blu Vanderbilt Hotel 15-20 min walk
Marriott Hotel 20 min walk
Hotel XENIA 20 min walk
Park International Hotel 20 min walk
Many of our guests have booked apartments for 2+ people at very reasonable rates and close to HTB. Distance from HTB: varies – some as close as 2-3 min walk.
For November Trip:
NEAR Oxford (St. Aldates Church)
Below are some hotel/accommodation options that we recommend. They are arranged in closest proximity to St. Aldates Church where we will be gathering for the first part of the experience.
The Head of the River, Oxford 5 min walk
Malmaison Oxford 8 min walk
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre 9 min walk
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton 10 min walk
Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel 11 min walk
Voco Oxford Spires, an IHG Hotel 16 min walk
Airbnb varies
NEAR Hackney (SAINT Church)
Below are some hotel/accommodation options that we recommend. They are arranged in closest proximity to Hackney Church (SAINT) where we will be gathering for the second part of the experience.
The Hoxton (Shoreditch or Holborn)