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Hi all
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08-Dec-2009 09:08
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08-Dec-2009 09:44
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Hi Guys,
First post so forgive me if it gets a bit long but basically after years of thinking about it all (i'm 26) I think i'm finally going to take the plunge and see a bit of the world!
Realistically i have the seven month period from June to December 2010 to go and see some places and have some amazing experiences.
I have now decided upon an itinery of a few days in Hong Kong, three months in Oz, about two months in New Zealand, a couple of weeks in Fiji then finish with a month in the US just in time to fly home for Xmas. Lots to pack in in that time but these are the places I most want to visit. Other places can just wait for another time!!
I've got a long list of places to see and things to do etc but any off the ball suggestions are welcome. Going to start Oz with Oz Intro then take it all from there.
Regarding money i was thinking about a £1000 a month but ...
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08-Dec-2009 06:58
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08-Dec-2009 06:58
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u3974159 »
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Hi all,
I'm doing a RTW trip in April next year. I plan to take money over with a key card and possibly credit card or two. Does anyone know of the best banks/accounts/cards to do this to avoid or minimise overseas transaction fees? I went with Commonwealth last time and they gouged me on this.
I had a look on the forums but couldn't find any up to date info for Australians.
Any help would be much appreciated. Also, any tips as to other ways of carrying money to reduce the transactions costs.
Cheers,
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07-Dec-2009 23:57
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08-Dec-2009 09:53
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bsmart »
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Hi there,
I'm planning on doing 4 months of backpacking in SA and going over there by myself.
I've backpacked around Asia and Europe before and always found it very easy to meet other backpackers to travel with (when going over there solo).
Is it pretty much the same in South America ? I usually stay at hostels and tend to get along with everyone..
I'm asking this because I have a friend from home who would like to meet me in SA..problem is it would be after I've been there for six weeks already and I have no idea if its a good idea or not
ie I'm weighing up the whole getting to travel with someone I know from home vs just doing my own thing and traveling with random backpackers on my journey.
Any experienced backpackers got any thoughts on this ?
Cheers - Dan
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07-Dec-2009 14:39
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08-Dec-2009 03:49
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Has anyone ever heard of airtreks.com I have just been given a quote of $990 including taxes for flights from perth to Kuala lumpor, bangkok to delhi and delhi to london. This seems very cheap but as I am on a budget sounds really good. I however dont want to be scammed. If anyone has ever heard anything about them please let me know .
Thank you
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07-Dec-2009 08:23
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gpeps »
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07-Dec-2009 22:13
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bsmart »
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Hello
My girlfriend and I are planning a six month trip and would really appreciate advice on what sort of budget we should be looking for visiting the following countries:
India 6 weeks
Thailand 3 weeks
Japan 3 weeks
Melbourne 1 week
Argentina 5 weeks
Brazil 2 weeks
Peru/Bolivia 3 weeks
Columbia 3 weeks
In terms of budget, we are looking to do a more cheap hotel room and train, than hostel and bus sort of trip.
Understand not a lot of detail here, but any help would be great. Not including flights, how much should we allow ourselves per day?
£40 on average?
Thanks in advance,
George
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07-Dec-2009 00:50
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himbastravels »
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08-Dec-2009 03:53
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sojourner46 »
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LONDON TO CAPETOWN OVERLAND
Hi All,
I am planning to drive from London to Cape Town in January or February 2010. I originally planned to do this in September (hence the other posts) but had to hang around for slightly longer. Jan / Feb is now set in stone as i'm leaving work for this trip. If you fancy some adventure then read on!
I have a 300 series Landrover Defender called Himba which has been built from scratch to a decent expedition spec and am looking for 2-3 people to join me on this trip.
The trip should take around 6 months and take in:
Libya
Tunisia
Egypt
Sudan
Ethiopia
Kenya
Rwanda
Uganda
Tanzania
Malawi
Zambia
Botswana
Namibia and
South Africa
I’m a 28 year old male from London who’s had enough of city life and wants to fulfil a life long ambition! I’ve been lucky to have travelled quite extensively through Europe, the US, Canada, Central Am...
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06-Dec-2009 10:56
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oceanwaves »
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08-Dec-2009 04:09
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sojourner46 »
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I have 3 months off work February through April 2010, and would appreciate your suggestions of the best places to visit during these months.
Looking for locations in any or all of the following: Australia, New Zealand, Pacific, Asia, Middle East, Caribbean or Central America.
Looking for warm to hot weather (daytime over 24C or over 75F), not the rainy season, friendly people, interesting culture, natural beauty (such as flowers, trees, or mountains), and ocean front with sandy beaches and snorkeling nearby. I also need reliable internet access at least twice a week.
Please say whether good snorkeling is available in the area. If weather differences, please say which of these months have the best weather.
Please also say your opinion about whether traveling in that country or area after paying for international airfare is very expensive, moderate, or inexpensive BY WORL...
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05-Dec-2009 16:37
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tennischick »
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06-Dec-2009 15:40
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tennischick »
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Hi,
I am trying to figure out which travel insurance (if any) to purchase for my son who will be traveling for 7 months in Asia, Australia, and South Africa. He will be doing touring, some adventure activities and volunteering. What type of insurance and company would you recommend?
thanks
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04-Dec-2009 20:25
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nmrdxt »
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07-Dec-2009 06:58
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nmrdxt »
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Anybody have experience with that (took an SLR camera on a RTW trip) ?
I am seriously considering taking my D90 with 2-3 Lenses... mainly because I love photography, and know that it will be an important part of my trip. But I have no experience in this kind of travel (only treks so far with crappy P&S, which sucked), so I don't know how it will affect on my photo taking agenda.
My plan is probably the average budget vagabonder, ie, mostly on land travel and, in short, all-over-the-place itinerary :) I have no time constraint. you get the idea.
Anyone had this dilemma before ? What did you decide and why ?
Thanks a bunch.
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04-Dec-2009 06:47
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chelle_c86 »
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08-Dec-2009 07:39
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appro »
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Hey,
Soo am planning a RTW trip leaving UK mid Feb 2010
So far my route is as follows:
London - Bangkok // Singapore (10 weeks) - Bali (2 weeks) - Cairns // Melbourne (6 weeks) - Fiji (2 weeks) - Christchurch // Auckland (6 weeks) - Santiago // Rio (10 weeks) -
London
I have been quoted £1805 inc taxes from Travel-Nation..does this seem like a good price?
I was also wondering what people think of the time in each destination...could I spend more time in one place and less in another for example.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Shell x
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04-Dec-2009 04:44
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marinartw »
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06-Dec-2009 01:20
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jrbb0309 »
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Hey guys!
Going for a RTW next month and wondering what to do with the RAMQ (public health insurance) - do you tell them that you are leaving for over 183 days? They are saying that if you had left for 183 days or more you are no longer insured and eventually have to pay for all the services you may have received extra.
What to do? I will be insured with World Nomads but I am worried.
Thanks guys!
Marina
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02-Dec-2009 22:40
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caocao »
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02-Dec-2009 22:43
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caocao »
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wrong post sry
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Hi, my name is Jai, I just completed a solo trek across the Gobi Desert in Mongolia and I am sitting in China now hating society. I am planning a Christopher McCandless/ Into the Wild type trip to Tajikistan or Nepal soon. Would have preferred Bhutan but it is like 120 us dollars a day. I would prefer to hitch to the Pamirs in Tajikistan and seek solitude. Does anyone know if there is a hunting shop where I can pick up a rifle in Tajikistan? Can I get some form of transport from China to Tajikistan? Can I pick up a visa at the border? If there is anyone out there who is mentally and physically resilient and wants to meet up with me in China and hitch to Pamirs they are welcome. We can then maybe seek solitude and arrange to hitch back to China at a certain date.
"So many people live within unhappy circumstances and yet will not take the initiative to change their situation because ...
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01-Dec-2009 11:28
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ofrendas »
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01-Dec-2009 21:50
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bsmart »
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Hello, my girlfriend and I are planning an approximate gap year (10+ months) next year. Our basic itinerary is as follows:
4-6 MONTHS
Bangkok (from San Francisco)
Laos
Vietnam
Cambodia
Myanmar (optional)
1-2 MONTHS
Malaysia Peninsula
Singapore
Java
Bali
Borneo
2-3 MONTHS
New Zealand
Our budget is roughly USD$10-12k each. Is this doable?
Sorry if this seems vague, but any advice/tips on where to trim, add, and extend our stays would be most welcome. Also, any thoughts on how best to stretch our money?
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01-Dec-2009 00:56
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ben_challis »
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07-Dec-2009 08:27
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lionofjudah »
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helloooooo,
me and my friend are flying out to bangkok and travelling back to the uk overland through laos, vietnam, china, mongolia, russia and belarus - then through europe (thats the easy part).
does anyone have any advice/tips from travelling in those regions - paticuarly living costs, and if it is possible as a british citizen to get visas for belarus/mongolia whilst travelling? can anyone tell us how frequent trans-siberian trains are and how much tickets cost at the stations around june/july
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