We stayed at El Sol in Monteverde, which is just two little cabins on a huge expanse of private land. There was a family of four staying in...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Family option Monteverde in the Americas - Central America Branch
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Advices for a self-guided tours in South Africa in the Africa Branch
My husband and I spent two weeks doing a self-guided tour of South Africa. Very easy to figure out (we had done some internet research, but...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Cairo Acommodation in the Africa Branch
Another vote for Pension Roma. Definitely a great value for the price and we found the staff really helpful....
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Accomodation in Jerusalem and Eilat in the Middle East Branch
For Jersualem, I can recommend Hotel Zion. It's maybe 20 minutes to the sights, pretty quiet, and reasonably priced. More info and pics at...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Reykjavik too noisy to sleep ? in the Europe - Scandinavia Branch
We stayed at Hotel Cabin which is about a 10-15 minute walk from downtown. Very quiet and they also have these great shades that block out...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Budget tour or Independent travel? in the Europe - Eastern Europe and the Caucasus Branch
My husband and I traveled independently in Russia and it was challenging, but definitely doable. The biggest challenge was booking train...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called 2 days in Krakow in the Europe - Eastern Europe and the Caucasus Branch
Good suggestions from guitoudebuch. For restaurants, Miod Malina has amazing pierogies and Pijalnia Czekolady Wedel is a fantastic...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called New Zealand by car in the Australasia & Pacific - Australia, New Zealand & Antarctica Branch
We used Jucy Car Rental on our recent trip and it was a lot cheaper than the big international chains. Definitely recommended....
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Siem Reap guesthouse? in the Asia - South-East Asia Mainland Branch
Mandalay Inn was really nice and just around $15 USD, including private bathroom with hot water, wifi, TV. More info and pics in our Siem...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Lodging in Arenal and Monteverde in the Americas - Central America Branch
For Arenal, can't beat the views from Arenal Observatory Lodge. It's the only place on the lava side of the volcano and you can watch it...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called ISIC student cards in the Africa Branch
Are you under 26? If so you qualify for a youth card. All you need is a drivers license or proof of birth date. Most places I've been don't...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Stubble? in the Gap Year & Round the World Travel Branch
My husband brought a razor for our six-month trip. He didn't shave every day, but he did get annoyed with his facial hair if it grew too...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called acccomodatioin koh kradan/koh lpie/railay - hot water? in the Asia - Thailand Branch
You should easily get a nice room for your budget. We stayed at Diamond Private Resort in Railay (with a swimming pool no less) for...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Kuala Lumpur - 7 days in the Asia - South-East Asia Islands & Peninsula Branch
I agree that Melaka would be a great day trip for you two. Very cute little city, lots of Chinese culture. Penang is interesting too. But...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called 4 days in mendoza in the Americas - South America Branch
We had a blast doing the bike and wine tour in Mendoza. Rent your bikes from Mr. Hugo's...he's got better rates than the other more...
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