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My soon-to-be fiancee (if all goes as planned) and I are planning on doing several 4 week+ tours of Europe and South America. I've read every piece of info on...

Hiya, Im considering doing the following trip. London - overland China, (via Russia), fly Thailand, fly Australia, NZ, and back to London. Not sure about...

I have an apartment for rent in Venice that is only 5 minutes from Venice's railway station. The apartment has: 1. A roomy kitchen (20 sq. mt.) 2. A living...

Does anyone know if the bordercrossing between Laos and Vietnam near Dien Bien Phu (northern Vietnam). Rumour has it that it was opening, but I can't find...

I see a bunch of sites that list hostels, is there a site that rates them in some way? with like reviews? The last thing I want to do is bust my ass to find...

Hi All, Anyone knows the date of Thai's New Year Day? I just miss the water!

I am lookig a buying a backpack to take overseas. I have seen one - The Macpac Genesis - It is about a 80L bag. Does anyone have this bag and can give me some...

There are quite a few on the web, actually. I particularly...

I finally came up with a solution to the age-old question of what to do with your valuables when traveling. It's a metal box. I had it made in Asia a few years...

I have an apartment for rent in Venice that is only 5 minutes from Venice's railway station. The apartment has: 1. A roomy kitchen (20 sq. mt.) 2. A living...

I've posted a review of these four lights at: http://www.lesjones.com/posts/000256.shtml

Anyone ever done this, or know anything about it?

I'm planning to go off round the world and have looked at a few insurance policies, but wondered what other UK people would recommend. My key requirements are...

I am in need of some ideas on what budget travelers want to know. I just recently launched my new travel site where viewers can see destination articles (with...

Am heading over to Fiji for Xmas, via US, from UK - Should I get Fijian currency in UK and take with me? - Or pick up in US? - Or is it best to wait until I...

I'll be spending a couple of months in St. Louis, MO, on a contract gig and need a place to stay on a weekly rate. Any Ideas? Tom Welch

Hello: While visiting Oslo and Bergen I will be staying at campsites in my tent. How do you secure your belongings while you are away from the...

What's on in Thailand Nov-Dec? Hi there Am travelling to Thailnad sometime in Nov-Dec Are there any websites with a "what's on" eg festivals,...

Hallvard Tangeraas wrote: Is it easy to get these things there? I need some *good* sandals (not cheapo plastic stuff that'll last...

Why not stay in lovely Niagara Falls this season! Take a look at the official Clifton Hill Niagara Falls website: cliftonhill.com Here you will find detailed...