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Archive for October 2006

October 23rd, 2006

EasyCruise on Ebay

EasyCruise is part of that big company offering budget options in Europe. It’s another business venture by the master entrepreneur of the easyGroup, Stelios.
Their only condition to passengers is that they are given the allowance to blind you with the color orange. hehe.
And here’s yet another good news (the first being […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 2 comments

October 20th, 2006

Choosing the Right Train Ticket

Eurailpass… Eurail Flexipass… Eurail Selectpass… Eurail Regional Pass… Eurail National Pass… which one is best?!
Confusing, ain’t it?
Rail Saver can help you figure out which ticket would be the best value for you and your travel needs.
Try it out!
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October 19th, 2006

Cheap Eats in Athens, Greece

Tired and hungry after seeing the Acropolis and Ancient Agora? You may want to check out these budget dining options:

Bayraktaris and Savvas for Greek souvlaki/kebab in Monastiraki (near Monastiraki Metro Station)
Kanella restaurant in Kostandinupoleos and Evmolpidon, Gazi (near centre of Athens)
cheap and nice Greek food and plenty of small tavernas in Psirry area.
If you […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 1 comment

October 17th, 2006

Cheap Eats in Germany

There are so many dining options for budget travelers in Germany. You do not even have to step foot inside a McDonald’s outlet in order to fill your stomach and save money.
Cheap meals are available at…

an Imbiss, take-away food stands which are scattered all over the country. You can find all sorts of imbisses, from […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

October 16th, 2006

Upon arriving at Schipol Airport in Amsterdam

When you are tired and jetlagged after a long trip, taking a taxi upon arrival at the airport makes a lot of sense. No hassling bus routes and train maps to figure out. However, taxis are the most expensive of public land transportation. Not to mention the fact that taxi drivers all over the world […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

October 15th, 2006

It’s Cheaper in Uppsala

Stockholm was, as expected, expensive. To save on cash, it would do you good to head for the nearby (70km away) Uppsala, one of Sweden’s oldest city, after you have gone around Stockholm.
There are good budget accommodations in Uppsala. In addition, it is relatively easy to find cheap eats since prices are catered for the […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 2 comments

October 13th, 2006

Win a Luxe City Guide

Luxe City Guide goes to Europe! Guides to Paris, Istanbul and Madrid are now available!
“LUXE City Guides are the definitive travel and style guides to the best Asian, European and Australian cities for the discerning traveller.
Each hip, smart and stylish pocket-sized guidebook is packed with a highly selective list of only the best shops, […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

October 12th, 2006

Budget Copenhagen

Copenhagen is not really as expensive as everyone thinks it is. And even if you are really on a very tight budget, there are still options open to travelers like you. Here are just a few:
Accommodations

Danish Hostels are reasonably priced. And are even cheaper during the low season. They are located all […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

October 10th, 2006

Taking the Train

If you…

Would rather take the scenic route
Arrive right in the center of the city (an advantage which most budget airlines cannot list)

then, you might want to consider traveling around the continent by train.
Personally, I always associate train travel to touring around Europe. It is still one of the best ways to go around […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

October 10th, 2006

Eurail Select Pass

A Eurail Select Pass offers #days of travel with a 2 month period in any adjoining countries within the Eurail network. It lets you choose 3, 4 or 5 adjoining travel countries.
Thing is, Eurailpasses — which can only be purchased outside Europe — already saves you a lot of money than when you buy […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

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