'Vacation Memories & Mishaps' Photo Contest: VitalChek, FB, US, 18+ YO, End

Hey all! I wanted to post about a contest that I'm entering and thought maybe others might want to as well! It's a contest for vacation photo entry (and I figured many of you have those!) so I thought it would be relevant to this community.

I found it through Facebook, here's all the info:

'Vacation Memories & Mishaps' Photo Contest from VitalChek

Submit 1 photo with a brief description of your most memorable vacation experience. Vote and comment on submitted photos. The winner whose photo is voted as depicting a vacation with the most memorable mishap will be mailed a $100 value in American Express Gift Cards from VitalChek.

Facebook link to contest: https://www.facebook.com/VitalChek/app_95936962634

If you don't have Facebook: http://bit.ly/18fIlbN

Link to Official Rules: [https:... more »

Europe or South East Asia?

Hi I am 26 and living in England. My boss has just agreed to give me 6-weeks off to go travelling over the summer (school summer holidays) and I was hoping to get some advice on where to go.

My original thought was South East Asia, (Thailand Vietnam Laos) but I am concerned about the weather at time of year; heavy rains and monsoon season. Also the cost of the flights which will be £700.00+ at that time of year. So my other thought is Europe, (Belgium, Croatia, Hungary etc.). Cheaper to get to and probably better weather? But would the cost on the ground (hostels / attractions etc.) make Europe just as costly? Should I save Asia for later and go during their dry months?

If you had the choice given my time frame and the seasons where would you go? And / or what would you do?!

Opinions on the matter would be gratefully received!!

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What's your travel strategy?

I mean, how do you decide- where to next?

Have you compiled a bucket list of random destinations cobbled together from pictures you've seen in magazines?

Do you alternate continents?

Or travel where is cheapest/ closest?

Is it better to do lots of short trips or do you prefer to save up all your money and do a big trip?

What is your financial strategy for returning home? Do you have savings for your return?

Recommendations - Tough Route! (Solo Travel)

Hello,

I am a vegetarian, would most probably travel solo and my passport is from India. I want to make this trip happen! I plan to start in July, 2013.

I will start by taking the direct flight from Delhi to Dushanbe and travel overland for the rest of the journey and fly back home from Tel Aviv. Considering my route, I understand that I can get the Israel visa only in Jordan and not before.

Tajikistan (Visa from India)
Afghanistan (Visa from Tajikistan)
Iran (Visa from India)
Turkmenistan (Transit visa from India)
Azerbaijan (Visa from India)
Georgia (Double entry visa from India)
Armenia (Visa from India)
Georgia
Turkey (Visa from India)
Lebanon (Visa from India or on the road)
Jordan (Visa from India or on the road)
Israel (Visa from Jordan)

I believe there is a ferry from Turkey to Lebanon. Won't be able to cross by road due to the ongoing crisis in Syria. I... more »

Paris & London Hostels

Howdy seasoned travelers,

I'm soon heading to Paris and London on a mini adventure and am in need of some accommodation advice. I'm seeking hostels in both cities that fit the follow criteria:

• Central(ish) location and close to metro/ tube stations - Latin Quater or Montmartre would also do for Paris, something near to the West End would be ideal for London
• Cheap!!

How to Describe the UK Immigration System

This topic was chosen because of its impact on the security and stability of society within the UK. This paper will address the most common types of visas, new immigration initiatives and their affect on UK immigration laws. Also, this paper will address the costs and benefits of the interpreter's role in immigration in addition to making a disparity based assessment on the efficiency of immigration controls in the UK and Algeria. These factors have increased the likelihood that UK contingents will be able to significantly reduce illegal immigration at a faster rate than they have ever experienced in the past. These factors also have an increased likelihood of increasing the economic and societal aspects of the UK as a whole through a UK immigration system that is more efficient in nature. In an act of total inclusiveness, educational institutions and UK businesses have been assigned ... more »

Is this finiancially realistic?

I am going to be studying Spanish in Spain, French in France and Italian in Italy all for 3 months each. I will be traveling for 3 months in between my courses within those countries and possibly around near those countries. I have around $16,000 - $18,000. My RESP will cover costs and expenses during my time of study. Is $5000 CAD for each of those 3 months realistic?

Here's my scheduled itinerary:

June – Study Standard Spanish in Malaga, Spain
July – Study Standard Spanish in Malaga, Spain
August – Study Standard Spanish in Malaga, Spain
September – Travel and stay in Spain
October – Travel and stay in Spain
November – Travel and stay in Spain

December – Study Standard French in Nice, France
January – Study Standard French in Nice, France
February – Study Standard French in Nice, France
March – Travel and stay in France
April – Travel and stay in France
May – Tra... more »

Visiting Stockholm, Sweden

Hello!

I am graduating this spring and planning to go visit Sweden. I have quite a few friends in sweden, budget wise, it's my first preference.

Any advice whether it's worth spending money to visit Stockholm... or any other advice regarding what to see or what is must to see in stockholm would be very helpful. Thanks in advance.