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posted
17-Dec-2009 15:32
by: okapi »

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21-Dec-2009 23:43
by: angie_baldursdo... »

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Xmas and/or New Year in Southern Thailand / Northern Malaysia

Hi,

Anyone travelling on their own want to meet up for xmas and New Year? I'm currently in Singapore so by next week hope to be in either Northern Malaysia or Southern Thailand and currently have no Plan!

I'm female, in my late twenties and on a very small budget. Looking to spend the holiday somewhere beautiful with good food and cheap beer!

Send me a message if you're interested in meeting up!

Jo

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posted
21-Dec-2009 21:31
by: hatpassion »

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21-Dec-2009 21:31
by: hatpassion »

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Drive through Rajasthan

I am scheduled to drive alone from Ahmedabad to New Delhi in the first week of January. I am flexible with dates and/or route if I find company. Otherwise I dread falling asleep at the wheel ! I was recollecting my backpacking days and thought a traveller in the area would relish the opportunity to drive through Rajasthan with me.

Write soon to plan.

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posted
19-Dec-2009 22:43
by: shangrila_nb »

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21-Dec-2009 21:23
by: dreamsignals86 »

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Doi Chiang Dao mountain trek

Hi there,

I'm looking for people who'd like to join me for Doi Chiang Dao trek (in North Thailand), sometime at the end of December 2009 - January 2010. 3 days, 2 nights. As I cannot afford it on my own (don't have some extra 10 000 THB), I need at least 3 to 4 people to make it possible. Here are the prices from a chiangdao.com:

Price from Chiang Mai (Private Treks)
5 - 8 People 4395 baht each
5 People 4545 baht each
4 People 4845 baht each
3 People 5295 baht each
2 People 6445 baht each
1 Person 9995 baht
Maximum 8 People on the trek

People, it's a beautiful place, really! Anyone interested? Pls, contact me on shangrila_nb@yahoo.com or write a note here.
Thank you.

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posted
12-Nov-2009 23:52
by: kneutel »

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21-Dec-2009 20:57
by: kneutel »

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China to Tibet to Nepal end of January 2010

Hello everybody,

I am currently going around Central Asia and I have to be in Nepal by the 1st of January to meet up with my family.
My plan is to go from China to Tibet (Urumqi to Lanzhou to Lhasa) by train, see Lhasa for a day or 2 and then make my way on to the Nepalese border.
On the way to Nepal I'd like to visit some of the sites and go to EBC before crossing the border.

My itinerary will look something like this:

Day01-02 Lanzhou-Lhasa: arrive in Lhasa and have a rest for acclimatization
Day03 free days in Lhasa: see the things to see.
Day04 Lhasa-Gyanste-Shigatse: visit Yamdrok Lake on the way, do some sightseeing in Gyanste.
Day05 Shigatse-Rongbuk Monastery-EBC: visit Tashilunpo Monastery in Shigatse.
Day06 EBC-Zhangmu-Nepal: sightseeing at EBC in the morning.

I am looking for people who are interrested in crossing tibet to Nepal in January to share the cos... more »

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posted
19-Dec-2009 11:20
by: Antheia »

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21-Dec-2009 19:10
by: gnf_ireland »

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Anyone in Vietnam and China, March-April?

Hi there!
I'm a 24 yr old girl from Norway, and I'm going on a backpacking trip next year, starting in January. Have some company for parts of the trip, but could use a travel mate for when I'm going to Vietnam and China. Will be in Ho chi minh around the 28th of February, and will be going north, and then go to China. My return ticket is from Beijing on the 17th of April. Anyone interested? Just let me know:)

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posted
20-Dec-2009 00:11
by: annim »

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21-Dec-2009 19:03
by: gnf_ireland »

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Vietnam - Myanmar - Laos from Feb 2010 for 3 months

Hi there,

I'm planning to go to Viet Nam, Myanmar and Laos from Feb 1st 2010.
I was thinking to spend roughly one month in each country, but I'm quite flexible. I might have to be in the Hanoi area at some point in March and have to fly back home by May 2nd.
Any laid-back fellow travelers want to join?

By the way, I'm 28 and have been traveling around Australia for the last year; I'll be flying in from Singapore.

Ciao!

Anna

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posted
20-Dec-2009 04:14
by: uksnowman1979 »

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21-Dec-2009 18:56
by: gnf_ireland »

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Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam-Laos-Thailand Jan 14th onwards

Hay everyone

I fly into Bangkok on the 14th Jan and will be making plans to visit Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos. I will be heading back into the North of Thailand and heading South to the beaches.

Does anyone have similar plans and want to join me (i'm traveling on a budget)?

I have about two months in Thialand and about 1 month in Cambodia etc.

This is part of a RTW trip so plans are flexible, if your doing something similar give me a holla!!

About me: I'm Male, From Cornwall UK, 30, into music, socialising, surfing, snowboarding, photography, been traveling now for 3 months!

All the best and mery xmas!

Matt

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posted
21-Dec-2009 15:34
by: padraigm »

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21-Dec-2009 15:34
by: padraigm »

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Importing Cars to Morocco from EU

Importing Cars to Morocco from EU?
I have been told by a friend that it is possible for a retiree with a
Moroccan Residency Card to import a car from the
EU @ 15% of normal Duty/Import taxes.
Does anyone have more current information on this process!
Where would one go for such information here in Morocco?

Wishing all a great day wherever you may be!

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posted
21-Dec-2009 15:18
by: vraddict »

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21-Dec-2009 15:18
by: vraddict »

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Aconcagua in February

Hi-
I'm looking for a partner (partners) for Aconcagua in February. Probably starting around the 10th or 12th. I'd like to do the False Polish ascent. I'm a part time climbing guide in Japan and I was up to 6200meters in the Indian Himalaya this past summer. I'd like to find someone who has been up to high altitude, but it's not necessary to be a hard core climber, just in good shape as the route is not technical.

I would like to discuss this with anyone who might be interested.

Cheers
David

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posted
21-Dec-2009 14:34
by: wishew »

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21-Dec-2009 14:34
by: wishew »

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Costa Rica Feb. 6-18th 2010

Looking for travel buddies to join 2 friends (1 F, 1 M) on a trip to Costa Rica. We are going to Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio. Staying at a combination of hotels and hostels. Would like to share costs of things like rooms and transportation. Plase get in touch if interested!

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posted
18-Dec-2009 11:19
by: occjmm »

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21-Dec-2009 07:51
by: occjmm »

5 replies , 151 views

Travel Plans for May - June

Heelllloooo everybody, I'm new too the whole travel scene & have been thinking undecisevly about traveling by myself or with someone,,, kind of thinking it might be a little better with someone but would rather not go with someone I know oddly enough. I've been working on setting this up for a little while & will continue to do so through this school semester until I am satisified with my generate plan(s). If anyone is interested lmk we could work out details/ plans together over the next couple o' months and further get into it, alls I know right now is I either want to do like a europe thing or thailand malaysia extravaganza. Oh yeah, I'm male, 24, & live in NY, don't really mind if your male / female / other, it's cool, if you're around the same age maybe like 20 - 30 or around there even better.... so if any interest at all lmk!!!! enjoy the holidays!!!!!!!

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posted
21-Dec-2009 06:38
by: vgmarcoz »

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21-Dec-2009 06:38
by: vgmarcoz »

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Travel companion(s) for Beirut or Damaasco over New Year's Eve

hello everybody
i'm an italian male 33 looking for companions in the period between 30 dic 11 jan in Lebanon or Sirya....
suggestions are welcome,thanks

Marco

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posted
15-Nov-2009 11:42
by: wanderingmatt »

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21-Dec-2009 06:06
by: mariutsch »

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Climbing partners - Ecuador December

Planning to be in Quito by the 1st of Dec. I'd like to spend most of the month peak bagging with any experianced climbers. I have all personal and group gear sans rope which can easily be rented. The usual; Cotopaxi, Chimborozo, Cayambe, also interested in El Altar if anyone has rock gear. Check out Sanguay if possible. Takers?

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posted
21-Dec-2009 03:13
by: antodeco »

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21-Dec-2009 03:13
by: antodeco »

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Travel companion(s) for Istanbul over New Year's Eve

Hi,
I will be spending new years eve and the first few days of 2010 in Istanbul and I am looking for people to join me in doing some activities together. I fly in from Barcelona the evening of the 31st and I will be staying at a hostel in Sultanahmet. I am a friendly 30 years old italian guy and i would not mind some company to do some sightseeing, exchange impression while sipping a cup of tea or anything that comes along. If you are around and interested I can leave you my contacts so that we can meet.

Happy travelling to everybody

Anto

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posted
19-Dec-2009 22:39
by: maitake »

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20-Dec-2009 21:29
by: bigblue70 »

1 replies , 52 views

Travel Companion NETHERLANDS late Dec 2009 - Jan 2010

This is a long shot but i'll try it.

Last week, my boyfriend who works and lives in the Netherlands just informed me that he would not be able to see me for Xmas or New Years and I'm not even allowed to stay with him.

This means that I'm now left to find my own housing / hostel and alone for the holidays.
I've had some good recommendations on things to do but if I could meet anyone in a similar solo situation, that would be nice as we could go on some day trips together.

I like live music, hiking, a good beer, art and I'm pretty easy going.
Im 30 so not that young and certainly not a spring chicken at travelling.
Anyone in a similar situation?

 

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