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20-Nov-2009 20:04
by: toddom82 »

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25-Nov-2009 15:06
by: Princess_Tarynn »

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Travelling Solo Thailand Dec 28 - Jan 17th

Hey Guys and Girls,

So i decided to book this trip to Thailand because i here its amazing, but one problem..... all my friends are broke or going to Mexico as its a Canadian hot spot during our winter ..... that leaves me on my own.
I'm really looking forward to meeting up with some people along my way and being able to explore this foreign place with. I'm sure it would be amazing to see on my own, but lets face it its always more fun when your with others, especially when you put back a few. Ive never been one for drinking alone, its just not quite the same.

My plans so far;
Arrive BBK Dec 28th, 11:45am. Tour around till the 31st, catch a plane to Ko Samui....... take a boat to Ko Phangan for the new years bash, then back to ko Samui.....

Places i would like to go;
Phuket, Chaing mai, Laos, Krabi (rock climbing), Similan Islands (Scuba Diving)...... and a whole heck of ... more »

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25-Nov-2009 13:26
by: goguffer »

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25-Nov-2009 13:26
by: goguffer »

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India Feb-April 2010

Hello!
I'm a 30 year old solo female traveller from Canada...I've travelling a lot on my own, and this is my first trip to India, and for some reason its making me a bit nervous!

Any advice on flying into Delhi? accomodation?

I would like to go to Kerala, Goa, Varanasi (sp?. Am open and flexible...

Lets chat :)
Nicole

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posted
23-Oct-2009 06:48
by: carly182 »

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25-Nov-2009 12:52
by: goguffer »

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India Trip Feb 09

Greetings fellow travellers!

I'm a 23 year old female from the UK and i'm heading to India at the beginning of Febuary 2010. I'm going to concentrate on mainly Northern India, but i'm definutely flexible on where i go! I'm also hoping to head over to Nepal aswell.

I've just got back from a year long trip in South East Asia which was brilliant, but i'm already fed-up with being back in cold and miserable England! I've loved having nice baths and eating good old roast dinners but i'm definutely getting itchy feet again!

I'm a friendly and enthusiastic person who is interested in doing lot's of sight-seeing, trekking, meeting new people and my aim is to be able to eat a Vindaloo!

It would be great to team up with someone to explore India, or even get a group of people together! I'm hoping to make it a 4 month trip!

If your interested, email me on : carlydavies182@hotmail.c... more »

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29-Oct-2009 23:18
by: madlittlemover »

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25-Nov-2009 12:48
by: goguffer »

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Seeking travel mate for RTW around India & SEA Jan-July 2010

Hello fellow travellers,


My name is Elisabeth, I'm a Swedish female living in London. I'm planning a 6 month RTW trip starting in mid-January 2010 that will take me to India, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia, Indonesia and finishing in the Cook Islands before I fly home to London. Although I will be 30 (!!) at the time and consider myself fairly well travelled, this is my first backpacking trip and as I'm going solo, it would be great to have some company from time to time, to share costs and experiences. I want to experience the fantastic cultures of each of the countries I'm visiting and not least the fantastic food! I see myself doing a lot of "temple-watching", but would also like to find activities to do, whether it be wildlife watching or learning to surf, and of course spending odd days or weeks doing nothing on a beach. Although I enjoy a good night ... more »

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04-Nov-2009 18:44
by: sarahb28 »

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25-Nov-2009 12:32
by: goguffer »

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India in November - Delhi now

Hi I have been traveling around asia with a friend but now traveling solo as they had other commitments. I'm in Delhi at the moment, want to see some things around here then Taj Mahal, perhaps Rajastan and head south. Plans are flexible at the moment, have much more fun with company. Was wondering if there is anyone in Delhi that would be free to meet up and even if anyone wants to travel together? Any recommendations or tips would be much appreciated as well! Thank you :)

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posted
25-Nov-2009 06:05
by: travelgirlfl »

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25-Nov-2009 08:56
by: tony_b »

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used but like new Belguim LP Guide for sale

I bought a Lonely Planet guide on Belgium & Luxembourg for a trip this summer & never made it there.

So technically it is used but I never wrote in it so it's in excellent condition & I'd like to sell it.

$15 + $3 shipping, USA addresses only; payment via PayPal only.

Email me at: travelgirlfl@yahoo.com if you are interested. Happen to send a pic of it to see the condition if you'd like.

Happy travels! :)

Shannon

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posted
24-Nov-2009 14:42
by: travelsuperbug »

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25-Nov-2009 06:57
by: dave123456 »

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Will be in Thailand soon.

Hi fellow travelers,

I will be in Bangkok from Nov 30th to Dec 6th, then heading south to Pattaya and Phuket. If you are interested in visiting floating market, tiger temple, shopping in the night markets or trying fresh seafood from street stalls of Chinatown, maybe we can meet up.

Male, 33, from USA.

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25-Nov-2009 04:52
by: travellingrules »

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25-Nov-2009 04:52
by: travellingrules »

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Japan Dec 2009 to Feb 2010

Hi all,

I will be travelling to Japan from Beijing in late December and seeking fellow travel mates.

I am 25, male, British Born Chinese.

Drop me a line if you are interested.

Cheers

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30-Sep-2009 02:45
by: bugs_bus »

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25-Nov-2009 04:39
by: parnellzjourney »

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In Havana for new years eve & looking for some craic!

Hi there, i'm going to Cuba for three weeks and i'll be in Havana for a good few days around new years eve before I explore the rest of the country. It would be great to meet up with some people to check out the city and possibly go further afield. I'm a 32yr old guy (english speaker) and i'm happy to travel with male or female outgoing people. I have a little spanish, enough to get me by i think. I'm also considering bringing my bike to get around so if anybody out there has a similar notion get in touch! Travelling from 30th Dec 2009 to 20th Jan 2010.

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19-Nov-2009 19:37
by: sveinnb »

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25-Nov-2009 03:00
by: krypto »

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Katmandu to Kunming overland in dec

Dear fellow travellers
I will be driving from Katmandu to Kunming between december 15th to 30th on my own Land Rover. Since self drive is costly in China Im looking for 1-2 persons to share cost if interested. We will have a guide in the vehicle all the way and it will of course be a great adventure. Im very well equiped with larger than average all terrain tiers with snow chains and I have sattilite phone as well.

Here is the initary. Please PM if interested:

15.12 TUE Day01 Enter China from Zhangmu border, drive to Nyalam
In the morning our guide will meet you and receive you at the Chinese side of the Zhangmu border. After custom formalities drive to Nyalam. 1N at simple guesthouse with private bathroom
Distance: 39km
Road: paved asphalt road

16.12 WED Day02 Nyalam - Shegar – Lhatse – Shigatse
We leave in the morning for Shigatse via Shegar (New Tingri) and Lh... more »

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22-Nov-2009 15:01
by: ratfink »

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25-Nov-2009 01:47
by: mike1209 »

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Koh San Rd

Hey i've just recently arrived in Bangkok, staying near Koh San Rd.
I will with here until saturday 28th Nov and am looking for people to meet and see the sights with and just hang out and have fun.
If you're interested please let me know!

Nat

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25-Nov-2009 01:23
by: margunn »

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25-Nov-2009 01:23
by: margunn »

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new york

I'm a 29 year old girl from Norway.
Will be in new York from the 5th of January to the 9Th. Planing on doing the couch surfers, but looking for somebody to han out whit during the days.
Send me a mail
malmli@hotmail.com

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posted
23-Nov-2009 08:30
by: mokea »

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24-Nov-2009 23:42
by: griffo79 »

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New Year in Sydney

Hi there!

I will be arriving in Sydney in the morning on 31st of December and I am wondering how should I welcome the new year. Any great ideas or tips? Anyone else in Sydney at that time willing to join me for a firework show? let me know. thanks in advance!

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24-Nov-2009 22:23
by: kirksneade »

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24-Nov-2009 22:23
by: kirksneade »

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3 bikes for sale in hanoi

3 Hondas for sale in Hanoi
Hi there, we've just ridden from Saigon to Hanoi and are now looking to sell our bikes
1 Honda dream, 1 Honda wave and 1 Honda super dream.
They are genuine Japanese Hondas and not the cheap, Chinese replicas.
The 2 dreams are actually known as Honda Cxx series Cub and Super Cubs in Japan, however in Vietnam they are re-fared with new plastics and are sold under the name of dream, just to avoid confusion. So you get the great, reliable engine and chassis from the cub but with a new look about it. These 2 models of bike are the 2 most popular models of honda in Vietnam and for good reason.
We have all the registration papers for the bikes which to the authorities shows ownership and legal responsibilty, even if the bike isn't in your name. So the cards will be sold to you with the bike making you the new legal owner. We had no problems with the pol... more »

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posted
24-Nov-2009 22:08
by: ericolaf »

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24-Nov-2009 22:08
by: ericolaf »

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JORDAN 27 Nov to 5 Dec - Have Car, Will Travel!

Hello all,

Here is my itinerary for Jordan. I will have a car for the entire time -- so if anyone's trip coincides with mine and would like a lift and share costs/save some cash, and possibly sightsee together, please let me know. I have booked most of the hotels etc., so I am beginning to be a bit inflexible on departure/arrival times -- that said, I still have some margin built into the trip. Even if you don't need a lift, if you're in the area at the same time, give a shout -- always happy to meet a friendly face. I'm particularly keen to see if anyone is interested to come on the camel ride/camping in Wadi Rum. Cheers!

FRIDAY 27 NOV
Arrival 9h50a at airport (terminal 2). Pick up car. (the following itinerary for friday is not necessarily going to be in that order)
Dead Sea Hwy
Mt. Nebo
Bethany
Dead Sea Panorama?
Madaba or Amman - overnight stay

SATURDAY 28 NOV
E... more »

 

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