January 30th, 2007
Because of British Airways’ Cabin Crew Strike announcement, BA warned passengers to make alternative arrangements. Thanks to an 11th hour settlement, the Strike was cut short and BA scrambled to reinstate cancelled flights.
“The union representing cabin crew at British Airways called off a 48-hour strike planned for today and Wednesday and 72-hour walkouts next month.”
Too late for BA, though. Most of […]
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January 28th, 2007
Yes, another one of those posts aimed at budget travelers with big stomachs…
Should you be in Milan, you might want to fill yourself up without emptying your pockets over at Da Oscar.
You’ll get a big plate of Pasta for budget traveler-friendly prices. They have other meals available, as well. And everything tastes good.
There’s […]
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January 28th, 2007
If you have a big appetite and need to get a full meal during your stay in Barcelona, it would be best if you look for family-run restaurants. Set menus, which includes a drink, appetizer, main course and dessert costs around 7euros.
Just walk around the Centre - Ciudad Vella and you’ll definitely find one of […]
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January 27th, 2007
As previously reported, air passengers leaving UK will be facing an increase from February 2007. Yes, even if you have booked and paid for your flight before the tax hike was announced last December.
To repeat…
On short -haul flights, you can expect a tax increase of £5 to £10 per economy class passenger.
On long-haul flights, […]
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January 25th, 2007
Now that Winter has finally arrived in our part of the world, many are scrambling to get some snow action. One way to avoid the high prices during this season is by avoiding school holidays. Not only will it be more cost-effective, it will also spare you from crowded runs.
In Europe, those who normally come […]
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January 24th, 2007
When in Italy, you should keep in mind that if you read “pane e coperto” on the menu, it means that there is an extra charge for bread.
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January 23rd, 2007
To those who booked cheap winter travel deals and took advantage of the cheap offers due to the lack of snow in Europe, you can now start jumping for joy because winter is now in Europe!!!
After weeks and weeks of whining about how brown or green the Alps looked or how autumn jumped to spring, […]
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January 21st, 2007
Not to breakfast in general, of course, but to breakfast that is included in your accommodations. You will definitely be charged a lot more than what the breakfast is really worth. More often than not, anyway, you’ll just get the standard petit de jeneur which usually means croissant, butter/marmalade and coffee or tea. You […]
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January 21st, 2007
Here’s yet another budget option from the easyGroup… you know, the orange loving company that attaches easy in all its business ventures. This time, it’s easyVan.
I do not know why but Stelios, the serial entrepreneur, has separated vans from easyCar.
Anyway, this new business ofer is available to those who need to hire a low […]
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January 19th, 2007
Take EuroFly and fly to the Eternal City (RT) for only US$299 (+$69 for taxes and fees).
Here are the conditions to get this cheap deal:
Departures from JFK
Depart on April 21, 25, 26 or May 3, 5, 8
Travel — whenever you may depart — should be completed by May 13.
Purchase should be made by February 28, […]
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