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START HERE for information about Russia, the TransSiberian train routes, Belarus and Ukraine -
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21-Nov-2009 08:27
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location: Bulgaria
Hi,
We want to fin d a nice old bar or cafe where older people hang out in Sofia. Not a tame, well-behaved restaurant - a watering hole with a little life. The post-communist communist crowd, or old academics nursing beers. Anything like that around?
R.
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21-Nov-2009 04:22
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21-Nov-2009 08:02
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location: Romania
I am really excited to be visiting Transylvania in the Spring, but I'm having a hard time finding information on getting there from anywhere but Bucharest. My itinerary (which is flexible) involves L'viv, then Transylvania, then onto Budapest. I haven't done much homework on where I want to be in Transylvania (I'm also keeping that very flexible), so whatever is easiest would be best, I'm sure. I was advised to visit eurolines.ro, but I can't find an option for English!
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21-Nov-2009 00:53
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21-Nov-2009 06:54
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location: Ukraine
After getting back from Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan with my own car, I am planning a Trip (maybe next summer) through the Ukraine, Belarus and Russia (also with my car).
How is the traffic police in Ukraine? Are they too corrupt? Do they extort you too often?
In Azerbaijan it was awful (they stop you too often and demand too much money).
I have read several posts of people being stopped several times while driving in the Ukraine in the past and they had to pay about 10USD each time. That would not be a problem, if it is only 10USD (I was asked 150USD in Azerbaijan).
What should I expect? How often will I get stopped?
My car and passport are Spanish. Now I know the differences between the traffic rules/driving style between the Former Soviet Union and Spain.
My car is a 16 years old Opel Astra
I can speak Russian fluently.
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21-Nov-2009 00:03
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21-Nov-2009 18:02
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location: Serbia
Hi, I know that in Banat area is border point with Romania Bela Crkva and Derdapska klisura, but is there also possible croosing Danube by boat/ferry from Golubac to Moldova Veche? I can see ferry line in some maps. Does any knows? Thank you
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20-Nov-2009 23:23
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21-Nov-2009 01:09
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location: Czech Republic
My partner and I are spending a few days before/after new year in Prague. How busy is the city centre on new years eve and is it necessary to prebook a restaurant for that night? Thanks.
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20-Nov-2009 23:23
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20-Nov-2009 23:23
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Hi friends,
I kerim. I live in istanbul. sometimes unfair, sometimes just a lot about istanbul article was written. However, it is required to accept the beautiful and historic city of Turkey. Here come back to her country as tourists are highly satisfied.
If you think you have to come istanbul and still can not find the answer in mind if you have questions write me a message, do not reply to you as soon as possible. And a good holiday can help you do it from my hand.
Mail address: kerimtirpan@gmail.com
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20-Nov-2009 22:56
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20-Nov-2009 23:22
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Hi friends,
I kerim. I live in istanbul. sometimes unfair, sometimes just a lot about istanbul article was written. However, it is required to accept the beautiful and historic city of Hyderabad. Here come back to her country as tourists are highly satisfied.
If you think you have to come istanbul and still can not find the answer in mind if you have questions write me a message, do not reply to you as soon as possible. And a good holiday can help you do it from my hand.
Mail address: kerimtirpan@gmail.com
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20-Nov-2009 22:35
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Events:
24/02-28/02-2010: Holland Flower Festival in Volendam. Bulb flower architecture and Volendam folklore. Just north of Amsterdam.
[In 2012 in Venlo between Eindhoven and Mönchen-Gladbach) is the World Horticulture Expo
Regular :
Seven great -regular - gardens: One of them worked for Ground Zero.
http://www.toptuinenvannederland.com/index.php?content_id=78
And a hidden gem:Mien Ruys Dedemsvaart East of Zwolle.
NP De Hoge Veluwe is considered (arbitrarian, I think) to be the largest garden in Europe
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20-Nov-2009 18:20
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21-Nov-2009 02:18
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Hi there,
I'm looking at travelling from Dubrovnik to Brestova so that I can get the ferry to Cres Island, but I'm not sure where to stop in between. Is there a bus service stopping at Brestova? Is it easy to get from Brestova to Bosnia, or will I need to leave from Zagreb? If so, is there a bus between Brestova and Zagreb? If I do go to Zagreb, perhaps it would be better to catch the ferry from Rijeka? I will probably spend a maximum of 2 weeks in Croatia.
Thank you!
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20-Nov-2009 14:55
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BrianTravel »
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21-Nov-2009 15:00
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BrianTravel »
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location: Belarus
Hello....
So much confusion over a Belarus Visa - I am planning to go from Lithuania to Ukraine with a 2 - 3 day stop in Minsk, Belarus....what are my options? I have a Canadian passport. Are there any cheap hostels in Minsk? I am doing this by train or is bus better to Minsk from Lithuania and from Minsk to Kiev by train?
Thank you for any help. :-)
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20-Nov-2009 13:57
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21-Nov-2009 16:38
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location: Turkey
We're coming to Istanbul next April, hopefully, and have just heard about Theodosian remains found during the dig. If we go there, is there anything for a tourist to see of archeological interest or do the experts pretty much keep their findings to themselves at this point? Sag olun.
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20-Nov-2009 09:43
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21-Nov-2009 14:28
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muso222 »
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Hi there,
I am planning a big trip starting in Slovenia, going down to Greece and back up through Eastern Europe to Czech Republic then down through Austria/Switzerland to finish in Italy. I am just trying to figure out what would be the best way to do this, a rail pass or buy as I go. I was reading the eurail site and there seemed to be quite a few restrictions with reservations and extra fees so maybe would be easier to buy as I go so I can use buses as well? Has anyone travelled extensively through this area and have any advice? It would be much appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Matt
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20-Nov-2009 06:47
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21-Nov-2009 06:00
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I'm planning to fly into Munich and out of London (for a 2 week trip) and train it from there to Budapest, Prague, and Berlin. How much time should I spend in each city? Is there time to drop in on Paris?
Also, how difficult will these cities be with knowing only English?
Please advise.
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20-Nov-2009 03:52
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20-Nov-2009 09:20
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location: Turkey
i know this is last minute. but i just found the tiny town i want to chill in for a couple of days and write while im in turkey. it looks quaint, quiet and full of seafood. perfect. i was thinking alacati but sigacik won out. yes i know november is not the time to go, but im going. hehe.
the problem is i cant figure out to get to/from there from ephesus. help! i am open to suggestions. do i rent a car in izmir and drive around for the handful of days i have? is there bus service? can i hitchhike between ephesus and sigacik? ill only have a backpack.
secondly. i was curious if any of the towns i have seen mentioned in articles (karacahisar, dorttepe, comakdag, etc) are worth visiting near MILAS? is there one that is strollable and picturesque and where rugs could be bought and even better see the weaving process?
thanks in advance for the help.
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20-Nov-2009 01:51
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20-Nov-2009 05:43
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Thinking about a Balkans trip with our small toddler so would prefer to hire a car than bus it. Any ideas on best routes and how long it would take to drive from Dubrovnik to Pristina? Thanks
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