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posted
29-Nov-2009 09:31
by: lucky_no »

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30-Nov-2009 08:06
by: lucky_no »

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Christmas in Europe!

Hi,

I am an Indian, and have been living in Norway for last 7 years. Have not traveled so much in Europe, have been busy with studies and then job.

Since I have 1-2 weeks of my vacations left of this year, I am planning to travel to somewhere in Europe around Christmas. I am thinking of many options; for example Barcelona, Gran Canaria, Amsterdam or may be Praha.

1. What do you guys say about these places? Where would it be best to be around Christmas? Appriaciate if you share your expierence!

2. Is someone there with similiar plan/destinations? And would like to have a Companion? Actually I am very flexible so if you have a better destination in mind just let me know as well!

Thanks in advance for all the suggestions!

Live and let live! :-)

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posted
30-Nov-2009 06:39
by: newmexicandeser... »

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30-Nov-2009 06:39
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Driving to Mexico from New Mexico, USA Share expenses

Want a cheap ride to Mexico? I'm looking for a passenger to share expenses of driving to Guadalajara, Mexico. Passenger pays 200 usd which includes their share of the gas and toll road. Leaving Santa Fe, NM Saturday 12 December at noon and arriving in the city of Guadalajara, Mexico on the 14 December. Passenger will sleep in front in the cab of my F150 pick-up for 2 nights and I in the back under the camping shell. Passenger must have valid passport and no criminal record. I am a 40 year old male resident of Santa Fe going on vacation to southern Mexico for the Christmas season. I can pick up along towns on Interstate 25 and drop off early if necessary.

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29-Nov-2009 19:27
by: AcaMario2008 »

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30-Nov-2009 05:46
by: luna_margarita »

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Another Trip and Another Place - South America

Just ending a 10 week trip in Nepal, North India and Bangladesh and planning the second leg now after a long internal debate as to where to go. I am now heading to Columbia arriving December 10 in Bogota. My plan is Columbia, T&T (may be), breeze through Venezuela to Guyanas, Suriname and make my way ending to Salvador Bahia. No time frame.....

I have been to both Columbia and Venezuela but left several places untouched.
I speak English, Spanish, and French fluently and can get by in Portuguese.

I am not rock bottom backpacking but enjoy simple accommodation and food. The Guyanas will have to be creative with accommodation.
I like challenges and risk at times so I dont always take the easiest route to the easiest places.

if you are anywhere around there and want to hook up for some portions of this trip or all......drop me a PM will be glad to share more.

cheers!!! more »

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posted
30-Nov-2009 00:30
by: rrdhfr »

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30-Nov-2009 00:30
by: rrdhfr »

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California, Baja-California, Mexico dec 09

Hey...

I'll be in San Francisco from next we and I will have a few weeks to head to Mexico City where i'll spend Christmas. So I intend to spend 10-14 days to go through "extended" California (up to Las Vegas). Then, I'd like to go in Baja-California for ~1 week and head to Mexico C by plane. After Christmas, I'll have ~ 10 days left and a new year eve to celebrate but I don't know where right now : Yucatan? Cuba (too short?)?
So, if you are around or if yoy've got tips/ideas/suggestions on these different places, please don't hesitate : rrdhfr (at) yahoo.fr or http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?ref=profile&id=645384249 on Facebook (Lonely Planet's replies are usually spams in my mailbox)...

About me : 27yo French girl, love travelling, LOVE PHOTO, interested in nature and people with initiative and ideas, usually easy-going...

Best regards

Rachel more »

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posted
15-Nov-2009 04:38
by: vicky999 »

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29-Nov-2009 23:51
by: pmihos »

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South America 2010

hi,
i'm 18 and planning to go to South America (mainly Peru, Argentina and Brazil) from September 2010 for 3 or so months and just looking for someone to travel with.

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31-Oct-2009 11:22
by: little1 »

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29-Nov-2009 23:07
by: noop212 »

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Looking for a travel buddy Thailand Nov - Dec 2009

Hey there. I'm travelling to Thailand (first time solo) in a few weeks time. Just wondering if anyone was going at the same time and wanted to meet up along the way??? xx

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03-Oct-2009 07:00
by: bakerbird »

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29-Nov-2009 22:24
by: sibillam »

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Travel companions - India Dec 09 - March 10

Hi, I'm a 30-something UK female planning to travel in India for 3 months from early December. Loosely the idea is to fly into Mumbai then travel around southern India (Kerala, Chennai, Hampi) and East coast for until New year, then head up to Varanasi and on up to Nepal before heading back to Delhi as kick off point to investigate Rajasthan til early March.

I've travelled independently in South America, SE Asia, but this will be my first trip to India. I'm pretty easy going looking for interesting and fun folk to spend time with for some or all of the trip. I'm interested in chilling out, having fun, visiting interesting places, eating amazing food and having a few beers along the way.

Particularly keen to find friends for the first part of my trip - maybe Xmas & New Year,

look forward to hearing from you,

Bakes

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07-Jan-2009 19:24
by: alexgirl82 »

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29-Nov-2009 21:29
by: jayjay2009 »

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Round The World 2010?

hi :)

planning to take a RTW trip 2010 from Los Angeles to Australia, Asia, India, Africa, and South America. probably 10-12 months. anyone interested?

i'm a seasoned budget traveler and have been to many places but i want to experience the non-stop thorough traveling as I trek around the world. starting my planning now. researching RTW tickets trying to find good deal. planning to work my butt off this year and save for next year. open to working and traveling too.

i'm a 26 year old female from los angeles.

:) alex

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posted
29-Nov-2009 21:15
by: ethicalnomad »

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29-Nov-2009 21:15
by: ethicalnomad »

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Annapurna Circuit..

Hiya....
Just wondering if there's anyone around who fancies hitting the Annapurna Circuit around the 9th December??
I am just back from EBC and heading to Tibet for a week, but am keen to do another trek....
I'm 41 English, very easy going and enjoy a good laugh....Private message me if you're interested....
Thanks and safe journeys people....
Melanie....

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posted
29-Nov-2009 18:17
by: leisar »

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29-Nov-2009 18:17
by: leisar »

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Looking for travel companion in Lima

Hi All,

I will be in Lima from about 22 February for a week or so and would love to have a travelling companion to check out the sights with. I am a Australian female in my twenties. Otherwise if you have any ideas of where to stay and what to do that would be fantastic.

Cheers,
Leisa

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29-Nov-2009 17:50
by: arth75 »

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29-Nov-2009 17:50
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December 2009 Holidays - Mumbai

Hello all...

Some of you may have read my post on the Gay & Lesbian Travels Forums... Am a fairly easy traveller myself and wouldnt mind the company of any other traveller(s) around mumbai during the x'mas / new years weekend... am not really into much of the loud party scene as dont intend paying through my nose to eventually become deaf the next morning ... :)

I am 34yrs of age, single and a resident of mumbai... anyone visiting mumbai and needing a place can always refer to my other posts and write in... would be happy to help but meanwhile... if someone does share my thoughts on getting out of this maddening city for the weekend... drop me a line in here or send me a PM... I am a smoker (though dont smoke heavily)... prefer some basic comfortable accomodation (where available)... well travelled globally... though am yet to do nearby countries like Sri Lanka, Maldives etc... ... more »

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posted
29-Nov-2009 16:32
by: freedompirate01 »

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29-Nov-2009 16:39
by: freedompirate01 »

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Arriving in BKK Dec 6 or 8th till the 14th. Up for anything.

Anyone going to be in BKK around that time that wants to plan a trip or organize something?
I'm 25 M from NY and up for anything. Hit me up with any ideas you have. I was thinking of heading north this time to check out Chang Mai and the Mountains.

FreedomPirate01@Gmail.com

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posted
29-Nov-2009 15:35
by: homeopathusa »

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29-Nov-2009 15:35
by: homeopathusa »

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House sit and pet care near Aspen

Anyone interested in living 20 miles from Aspen in a 3 bedroom/2 bath mobile home in exchange for pet care and paying the lot rent and your own utilities - $525 + gas and electric. Internet, Phone, Satellite optional. One bird. Rentals in this area run about $1400 so you'd be saving $950.

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29-Nov-2009 13:03
by: spelletier »

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29-Nov-2009 13:03
by: spelletier »

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Need safari mates for Jan/Feb 2010 for Serengeti and Ngo Crater

Hello,
I will be finishing a volunteer assignment in Ghana and then headed to East Africa before returning to Colorado and the US. Would like to join a group or create a group to share expenses from January 29th to Feb 3rd. Have recommendations and quotes from a few operators. Want to go midrange in tents and/or lodges and open to biking and canoeing options. Have traveled solo before and am ready to experience Tanzania!
suzannepelletier@comcast.net

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posted
28-Nov-2009 05:53
by: kehilan »

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29-Nov-2009 12:43
by: el_chulo »

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London to Cape Town Overland February 2010

Hi All,

My friend and I are planning to drive from London to Cape Town in early February 2010 (as early as possible). Early February is now set in stone as we are both leaving work for this trip. If you fancy some adventure then read on!

We are Mike and Christine. Mike has a 300 series Landrover Defender called Himba which has been built from scratch to a decent expedition spec. We are looking for 1-2 people to join us on this trip.

The trip should take around 6 months and take in:

Libya
Tunisia
Egypt
Sudan
Ethiopia
Kenya
Rwanda
Uganda
Tanzania
Malawi
Zambia
Botswana
Namibia and
South Africa

Mike is a 28 year old male from London. I'm Christine, a 26 year old female from Dublin. We have both had enough of city life and want to fulfil a life long ambition! Mike has been lucky to have travelled quite extensively through Europe, the US, Canada, Central America... more »

 

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