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October 27th, 2007

Visit Växjö

Previously Featured Destinations on Sounds Greek to Me: Rzeszów
The category Sounds Greek to Me is all about destinations with names which are difficult to pronounce and/or spell for English-speakers. Places featured are served by budget airlines.
Växjö is a small charming university town located right in the middle of southern Sweden, Småland.

First off, how the hell […]

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August 27th, 2007

Carpool

Here’s an option for travelers which Al Gore would definitely approve of… carpooling!
Not only will you be able to share the cost and meet interesting new people by riding in a carpool, you will also help reduce the emission of carbon dioxide and aide in protecting our environment.
Within the continent of Europe, there are several […]

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July 17th, 2007

8 Ways to Use Dental Floss While You Travel

A great (not to mention, strong) alternative, should your shoelaces suddenly retire from all that walking you have been doing.  
Should you ignore that “do not wash clothes here” sign in the bathroom, you could use it as a clothesline after you have broken one of the hostel’s laws.
Sure, you can eat cake with […]

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June 24th, 2007

Prince William back with Kate Middleton

If this news was good enough for CNN to place on its front page then, it’s good enough for Europestring.
What has this have to do with budget travel in Europe?  The Royal Family, of course.   Unfortunately, getting an audience with the Pope is a lot easier than seeing the Royal Family in the flesh.  Well, at least, you can […]

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May 31st, 2007

Dining Alfresco

Eating out does not just mean going to a restaurant. It could also mean enjoying the summer weather by dining alfresco.
Many restaurants and cafés set up tables outside when the weather is good. But, you know what, going on a picnic will definitely be kinder to your budget. All you need […]

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May 10th, 2007

You May Need Your Umbrella in Europe

The beautiful weather we experienced in April on this side of the planet was probably just the effect of global warming. When May stepped in, the sun went away and asked the clouds to take over.
So… should you have any plans of vagabonding around Europe, make sure that you check the weather forecast.
And […]

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April 27th, 2007

Fly to Ibiza

I am not really that crazy about this particular Balearic island. It’s way too full of rowdy, drunk [insert nationality here]. But… if it’s what rocks your boat, go ahead. Party in Ibiza, if you must.
To get there cheaply, check the following:

easyJet
flyMonarch
jet2
flyglobespan
vuelig

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