Europe - Western Europe
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Eating in Western Europe?
Then dont ask for the house olive oil, as its going to be banned!
The small glass jugs filled with green or gold coloured extra virgin olive oil are familiar and traditional for restaurant goers across Europe but they will be banned from 1 January 2014 after a decision taken in an obscure Brussels committee earlier this week.
From next year olive oil "presented at a restaurant table" must be in pre-packaged, factory bottles with a tamper-proof dispensing nozzle and labelling in line with EU industrial standards.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/eu/10064787/EU-to-ban-olive-oil-jugs-from-restaurants.html
May 18, 2013 5:53 AM
MrFatC
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May 18, 2013 5:53 AM
MrFatC
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Italy
Roman Villa
Hi
Im heading to Italy in October. Does anyone know if theres any accommodation in an actual roman villa/castle? We're pretty flexible about locations but prefer the northern half of Italy
We're a family of 6 adults travelling.
Thanks
May 18, 2013 5:23 AM
haydaline
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May 18, 2013 5:37 AM
regards
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Germany
best way to travel from berlin to prague?
i will be going to berlin and prague in a few weeks time. what is the best (and cheapest?) way to go from berlin to prague?where should i go to book for that? i don't mind overnight trains if there are any. thanks for the help!
May 18, 2013 5:10 AM
glassartist
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May 18, 2013 5:10 AM
glassartist
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Germany
Short Language Course
I will be in Munich for 3 days and setting out for a week and a half through parts of Germany. I was hoping for a half day language course to just give me some basics, any ideas? Thanks!
2 girls, 1 week in Spain
Hi all, my sister and I arrived in Barcelona yesterday and have one week. Our thoughts are to get out of the hustle and bustle for a night or two.,We are interested in being along the coastline or even a quaint little town inland. Somewhere within a few hours of Barcelona, with authentic food, some degree of nightlife and moderately priced accommodation. If anyone has any recommendations I would be interested in hearing from them. Thanks so much!!
May 18, 2013 12:44 AM
ivalee9
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May 18, 2013 5:22 AM
french_mystique
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France
French rail travel - best way to book ex Australia
Hi ... I'm booking rail tickets ex Australia for France and previously have used an agnecy but which is the best site to do it myself (TGV + regional trains)
thanks
May 18, 2013 12:07 AM
Korppikotka
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May 18, 2013 5:48 AM
herbnott
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France
Nice accommondation
I am looking for cheap hotel , but it seems to be very difficult.
Travelling time will be in July.
Airport hotel prices are quite good, but how long does it takes to get city?
Any experiences about apartments ? Housetrip.com ?
Are they reliable?
May 17, 2013 11:29 PM
lostbutfound
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May 18, 2013 2:24 AM
lostbutfound
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Italy
malpenza to Verona
the usual dilemma
we arrive at Malpenza airport Miian at 13:45 on Sept 28th and wish to commute to Verona the same day. The airport bus booking website does not respond to our request for direct bus tickets. The alternative train travel requires two journeys via Milan city. Given that Sept is just out of peak season, should we purchase and reserve train seats in advance or will we be able to buy on the day?
thanx-in-advanz
May 17, 2013 11:17 PM
crazyparadise
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May 17, 2013 11:17 PM
crazyparadise
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Germany
One day in Leipzig
any recommendations?
May 17, 2013 11:14 PM
lostbutfound
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May 17, 2013 11:26 PM
lucapal
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the usual dilemma
we arrive at Malpenza airport Miian at 13:45 on Sept 28th and wish to commute to Verona the same day. The airport bus booking website does not respond to our request for direct bus tickets. The alternative train travel requires two journeys via Milan city. Given that Sept is just out of peak season, should we purchase and reserve train seats in advance or will we be able to buy on the day?
thanx-in-advanz
May 17, 2013 6:00 PM
mickey_d
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May 18, 2013 6:45 AM
INGELALEX
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Greece
Islands for sporty activities?
Hello,
My partner and I are planning a two week trip in late June/early July. We are both keen hikers/divers/kayakers, so are thinking of going to the islands.
1. Are there any islands that you would recommend for diving and/or kayaking? We would prefer to rent kayaks, rather than go with tours.
2. I realize that we'll be travelling in high season, unfortunately. Are there any trails where the hiking might not be so crowded?
We are hoping to visit two to three islands, based on where we can get the best combination of these activities.
Thank you for your help!
M
Itinerary Ideas
I am going on a 2-week solo journey in August to the following places. I would greatly appreciate feedback on this rough itinerary, how to get places, and any ideas of places to see, things to do, etc in each place. I am in my 20's, backpacking and making only a few hotel reservations along the way so I can remain flexible. If I think there is more to see in a place, then I can extend the stay. I enjoy the outdoors, taking in the cultures, and athletics. I am trying to avoid museums but might stop into a few if recommended and group tours of sites.
Day 1- Arrive in Amsterdam, recover from long flight
Day 2-3 - Amsterdam: roam city, bike countryside
Day 4- train to Brussels: get a Belgian Waffle!
Day 5-10- train to Paris: see the sites (Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, etc), see Ligue 1 match
Day 11- train to Normandy beaches, then overnight boat to Londo...
more »
May 17, 2013 4:02 PM
steffyross1983
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May 18, 2013 4:36 AM
steffyross1983
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Italy
Sicily - where to go around Palermo for 2 and half Days?
Hi,
I have just booked flights to go to Sicily for 5 days, no where near enough time I know, but this will hopefully be the first of many visits. The plan is to arrive in Palermo mid-June and stay there for 2 days. We are then hiring a car for 2 and half days to go and explore. I wondered if anyone could give us some advice on where to go for these days. Ideally, it would be within an hour and half drive from Palermo, it would be located by a nice beach with good food and a romantic atmosphere. I also love history so if it can be within reasonable driving distance of some interesting sites, that would be an extra bonus. We would be staying Fri-Sun if this makes any difference.
I would really appreciate any advice as all of Sicily looks amazing and I am finding it so hard to narrow it down to one or two locations!
Many thanks in advance
Steph
May 17, 2013 2:03 PM
NIKOSZ
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May 17, 2013 2:03 PM
NIKOSZ
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Italy
Is Plastic in Milano still alive?
Anybody knows if Plastic club is still running in Milano? I found contradicting info on the web.
May 17, 2013 12:30 PM
glowarena
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May 17, 2013 12:52 PM
brotherleelove
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Greece
Turkey-Greece
Indian passport holder , I am going to turkey soon. I have a valid single transit visa for Turkey. I am going there for 9 months . If i want to go to Greece or other European countries what will be the procedure? How can i do that from Turkey?
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