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Cheap Flights to the US - Christmas
Hi to all We have decided rather late I believe to go away for Christmas. Our faves are Las Vegas, New York and Minneapolis (thats where my best friend lives). Looking at flights online they are outrageously expensive. I know its cheaper to fly Christmas Day but i couldnt see a huge drop in price. The cheapest way to get…
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Don't pay 'arrangement fees' to volunteer in South America
For any backpackers / independent travellers heading out to South America there is a list of FREE volunteer work programs here: www.volunteersouthamerica.net You don't have to pay an agency to arrange your volunteer work!
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Skiing in Chile
I am planning a skiing trip to Chile in late July and would welcome any advice from anyone who has been there before. Thanks.
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Wheelchair accessible hotel SW England or Wales
I'm looking for an Hotel that is 1) wheelchair accessible 2) has sea views and 3) is in SW England (Devon Cornwall Somerset) or Wales. It's only for a few days, so money is no object (and I don't say that often). Anyone have any recommendations? I've looked at websites that say they have accessible hotels, but honestly,…
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Do you know Birmingham
Hello I arrive at Birmingham airport tomorrow morning, and I have to go Bissell Street and then the main train station. What is the best way to do it, am I best to get a train from the airport to the centre, and then a bus to Bissell street and then back to train station. Any help would be greatly apprecaited. Thanks Elaine
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christmas 2006
Can anyone recommend somewhere hot ish around the caribbean or west coast states for 2 - 3 weeks over christmas and the best contacts to go through.Is it best to book now or last minute? Any ideas would be appreciated.
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week in may
hi we are looking for a quick cheap week away we spent 2 weeks all inc in egypt in feb and got a deal deal from here so hope you can help out again 1 week can fly between 4th and 7th may leeds bradford (if possible) 2 people £200 each anywhere considered any advice will be much appriciated
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E18/04: Discounted Flights with Virgin Atlantic (Daily Mail)
Just received the following email from Virgin Atlantic, for travel from 1st May to 30th June (on certain routes, others end earlier). New York from £289, Dubai from £269, Barbados and Orlando from £349, Hong Kong from £379, with other routes too. "To welcome in spring, Virgin Atlantic has teamed up with the Daily Mail to…
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Working in the US
Hi all, If you would all be so kind I have a number of questions regarding working in the US I would very much appreciate an answer to. Without further ado... Im off to work in the US on an L-1B Visa at the end of the month. My company wants to pay into my UK account in GBP and let me handle transfer to my US account and…
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New French Supermarket scam
We know we need to purchase in euros using a 0% commission card when abroad, because Martin has told us, and we always do. Last week we were tricked into paying in Stirling in Auchan Calais and it cost us 3% commission because they have started "dynamic currency conversion". The checkout girl said "English?" and my wife…
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Are Haven Holidays Any Good?
Can anyone tell me what the Haven holiday sites are like. Are they really tacky Butlins type places or not? Looking for somewhere good to take kids (8 and 2 years old). Which sites do you recommend, looking around Devon/Cornwall probably
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Kenyan Safari
My wife lived in Kenya during her childhood and has fond memories. She visited many parks and lived near Nairobi. We have been married 25 years next year and i am researching a surprise trip. Where would the best area to go be? Combined sun and safari holiday to rekindle her memories.
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Tennis+Nick Bollettieri+ IMG Academy
Hi Not sure if I have put this under the right thread ? (feel free to move) We are off to Orlando in 2 weeks,My partner being a tennis coach would love to spend a 3 day mini course at Nick Bollettieri's Tennis Academy :rolleyes: in Tampa Or Saddlebrook ? :confused: anyone been or know someone who has ? please
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Barcelona to Paris by train
Hello Got a weeks holiday next week, and was thinking of flying into Barcelona having a few days there and then getting the train to another destination that it will be easy to get a low cost flight back from. What are the best websites to get european train info, and does anybody have any tips. I mention Paris in my…
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Train Los Angeles to New York
We are doing this trip in December this year,stoping off along the way. Have any MSE members done this trip before? If so, could you tell me what the best routes are( best places to stop off) and also any tips about the trains that you have. I am also finding it difficult to find cheap accommodation in New York for…
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United States/Canada Rockies Tour
Am looking at going on a tour with a company called Explore based in London. Anyone have any experience of this company? The holiday we are looking at is a two week tour around the US and Canadian Rocky Mountain area flying to Seattle, then travelling around Banff NP, Jasper, Calgary etc, Vancouver and back to Seattle.…
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Eden Project - tickets and accommodation
Looking at going to Eden Project after Easter, for about 2 nights mid week. Anyone recommend a good hotel or b and b. Where do I buy tickets - any deals going on anywhere?
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thailand questions
im off to thailand at the end of may for 3 weeks and was wondering what weather to expect? im going to pattaya will it be hot, sunny or even monsoons? :confused:
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Help! What cooking facilities on a narrowboat??
I need to cook a meal for 6 on a narrowboat but I'm not sure what facilities there will be. Does anyone know whether there might be an oven on this 4/6 berth boat? thanks! NMS
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Discovery cove ORLANDO
only 2 weeks to go before we fly off to Orlando :j can anyone advise who has been to discovery cove how long you actually swim with the dolphins on there full inc package, also my son only being 2 1/2 is too young so I think my partner and I will have to take it in turns ??
