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START HERE for information about Central Europe including Albania, Bosnia-Hercegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia.
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START HERE for information about Russia, the TransSiberian train routes, Belarus and Ukraine -
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24-Dec-2009 11:19
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24-Dec-2009 13:12
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location: Croatia
I was hoping someone here might help me find the title of a song I heard in Croatia. I recorded about 25 seconds of the song, see link below.
It was sung at the Tartufo festival in Buzet (September 2009).
They had a few kids singing songs and this was one of them. At one point, I seem to recall at least a few of the audience members singing along, so it leads me to believe this might be a popular folk/pop song in Croatia?
Here is the link to the short video clip I recorded.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rt9YSbLee6k
Unfortunately my battery actually ran out at that point. Thanks for any tips.
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24-Dec-2009 03:10
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jakevdvf »
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24-Dec-2009 09:06
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Hello,
Im am planning a trip through Eastern Europe, The Middle East and Central Asia over land and will be taking my handy cam with me.
The thing I am wondering about is filming permits.
Im not a film producer with a crew or lots of gear but Im wondering what the deal is with filming in some of these places and if some one can give me some information?
I have a small handy cam, a computer and a few hard drives.
Any help on the issue would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Jake
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24-Dec-2009 02:05
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petertilling »
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24-Dec-2009 09:31
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location: Romania
So I'm sat on the couch, as I have been all day, repeat dialling the number for lost luggage at Otonpenni airport which is either engaged or rings out. I know from the tracking system on line that the bag has been in Bucharest for a good 12 hours and they said they would deliver it, when they will deliver it is the problem.
Now its no major disaster, yet. But it is another example of the delights of Romanian customer service!
Anyone else had a similar experience?
I'm giving up now and going to dinner, I'll go to the airport myself in the morning as it seems its the only possible way to communicate!
One thing I am worried about is the camembert for christmas in my bag! I hope their not keeping it anywhere warm! LOL
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24-Dec-2009 00:15
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ruthiel »
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24-Dec-2009 02:35
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Hi
Just a couple of questions before I head off to Belarus and Russia and China, many thanks for all your help so far!
I've got a couple of questions which I was hoping someone could answer.
I realise this has been answered before and there was a similar question put up the other day (but going the other way). However I just wanted to check that nothing has changed in the last couple of months.
On crossing the border from Belarus to Russia by train, is the Russian migration card still given to you as you cross into Belarus from Poland?
I'm a little concerned that for whatever reason I might not receive one. I realise this might sound a little stupid but could I download one from the internet just in case and take it with me?
I assume that people must from time to time lose their migration cards - what happens then?
In addition, I've booked my trans sib trains with the...
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23-Dec-2009 21:08
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iexela »
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24-Dec-2009 01:32
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iexela »
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location: Czech Republic
Hello! What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Amsterdam and return in 3-4 days? Bus or train? Night bus is OK for me if the price is right? My itinerary is a little bit flexible so I could choose weekend (if it is more convenient) or make some stops on the way. Thank you in advance
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23-Dec-2009 20:39
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jasonlheath »
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23-Dec-2009 23:21
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jasonlheath »
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location: Russia
Hi There,
I have contacted a Russian gentleman at the Russian Embassy in Vietiane, Laos and he has told me the requirements for the tourist visa, and that I am eligable to get it in Laos (I live and work in the country, but I hold an Australian citizen). But one thing he didnt mention was if the originals or scanned copies of the supporting documentation was OK. Does anyone know what is required at the embassy in Vientiane? Or, if copies are generally accepted in most embassies?
Thanks and best regards,
Jason.
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23-Dec-2009 10:37
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awluter »
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24-Dec-2009 03:46
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Beginning in Rome, I would like to travel through Austria & Slovenia. My ultimate destination is Greece; I'm not sure whether to continue down through Croatia or attempt to visit Hungary, Romania, etc. Any suggestions? What cities should I be sure to visit?
What is the most economical and practical way to travel this route? Bus...train...will I need to fly? I don't necessarily have to begin in Rome; would there be any advantage to visiting in a different order?
I have approximately 2 months for this leg of my trip (middle of May through the middle of July); I would like to spend 1 week in Rome and at least 1 week in Athens. Everything else is fairly flexible, time-wise.
I am just beginning the planning phase of my trip and am trying to get a general itinerary set so I can establish a budget and researching destinations in more detail. Any advice on any aspect of the trip is g...
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Is it true that Serbians no longer have to have a visa to enter the European Union/Schengenland?
What about the Montenegrins.... Same story?
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23-Dec-2009 09:35
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24-Dec-2009 10:07
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location: Azerbaijan
I would like to make a visit to Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia but am seriously thinking of going elsewhere because of the cost of hotels. I can't believe the cost of accomodation! Is there anyone out there who can suggest, if it even exists, a hotel, not hostel, in the $50-75 USD range for a single? Im not looking for luxury, but a simple and clean room with tv and clean bathroom is necessary. Im thinking of going either in June or mid September, so its early and definitely will not pay the extortionate rates I've been seeing. So I can easily change my plans. Thanks in advance.
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23-Dec-2009 08:40
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qwer1234 »
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24-Dec-2009 00:56
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location: Azerbaijan
http://commons.globalintegrity.org/2008/06/azerbaijan-border-patrol.html
In July 2007, Vladimir R., a Georgian businessman, traveled by car from Tbilisi to Baku for business. The 400-kilometer drive from the Georgian-Azerbaijani border to Baku made his pocket lighter by 180 new manat (US$211). He said he paid numerous small bribes to Azerbaijani customs and road police officials. "All that started at the customs on the Azerbaijani side," Vladimir explained. Although Vladimir's documents were in order, a customs officer demanded a 60-manat (US$70) bribe before he would allow him to cross the border. "We argued a lot and I finally paid 40 (US$47)," Vladimir said.
20 kilometers further along, Vladimir's jeep was stopped by road police on the highway. "I did not violate any rules. As I understood later, the police are used to stopping all cars with foreign plates there," Vladimir sa...
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23-Dec-2009 03:29
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dranosz »
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24-Dec-2009 03:35
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everbrite »
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location: Russia
Hello
I will have my transfer between the flights in moscow on 27th december and would like to walk around the city in 8 hours. What should I see as a highlights from russian capital? I was thinking about red square, lenin mausoleum and kremlin. Do you have another proposals?
Second thing is morning 6 oclock train from Beloruskaya station to sheremietievo. Is it really 40 minutes and no problem with getting into the train? as my plane leaves at 10 oclock. I ve heard about terrible traffic in moscow morning.
thanks for help
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22-Dec-2009 21:12
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Christobal »
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23-Dec-2009 21:41
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Christobal »
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location: Belarus
Hi!
I am planning to travel by train from Moscow to Minsk and Brest and then onward to Warsaw.
I have understood that there is no border control between Russia and Belarus, and that the two countries accept each others' immigration cards. Does this work in real life? Is it likely that there will be trouble on exiting Belarus to Poland without having an entry stamp to Belarus in my passport (having "activated" the visa)?
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22-Dec-2009 20:51
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tefaal »
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23-Dec-2009 19:35
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Can i pass with I.D. through FYROM and SERBIA?
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22-Dec-2009 20:43
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PSan »
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24-Dec-2009 00:56
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location: Czech Republic
Hi everyone!
Quick question! Hoping to visit Prague some time in the first part of 2010. Can anyone recommend a decent Three Star Hotel somewhere in the city? Preferably one with a bit of character, and not too expensive (hence the 3 star bit!). Not too expensive means under £40-£45 per night, bed and breakfast. Is this unrealistic, I wonder?
Look forward to any relies!
PSan
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22-Dec-2009 20:18
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tefaal »
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23-Dec-2009 04:35
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Hello i am planing a road trip for 25 of December from Greece though Bulgaria , Romania Hungary Slovakia and finally destination its Poland Katowice.I would like some help about the roads witch root to follow and where to stop to rest.We are two drivers and we would like to make it as soon as possible but with safety.
P.s. we are traveling with I.D. so we must take a road trough E.U.
Any additional help or information will be welcome thank you.
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