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Europe
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46 replies
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Hello,
I'm coming to you all for some advice on our family's first trip to Europe. Background: parents have traveled to multiple countries as part of a group back in college and to Ireland on our own before kids but both trips were many years ago. We are now a family of 4 with kids who will be 13 and 10 when we take our trip in October of this yea... Read More
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Europe
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5 replies
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266 views
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Finally getting this out in the open. I am sure that many cities the world over are misspelled by many people, including myself. (does Abbabba have two double B's?? Or is is just the one?)
But since I often look at online forums devoted to Spain (and I am NOT pointing this at the smart Fodorites; I see it more often on those "you know who they a... Read More
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Europe
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7 replies
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298 views
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My wife and I will be travelling from India to the UK for a month (awaiting the visa). I have a detailed itinerary, but I want to discuss the London plan here with you great folks. So this is my plan, as of now:
04-May-24 - Saturday - Arrival in London - Rest & Chill, Ilford
05-May-24 - Sunday - Cooking at home &... Read More
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Europe
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13 replies
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666 views
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Hi fellow travelers, I'm looking to visit Paris next month, I have visited a few times before and seen most of the big tourist attractions so now I'm more interested in hidden gems; what are some of your favorite hidden gems in Paris? I'm talking quirky museums, not-so-known cultural spots, charming cafes and eateries locals prefer, off-the-beat pa... Read More
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# 5 |
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Europe
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114 replies
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Live from Madrid....it's Sunday morning live!! (sorry about that!!)
I'm a very short time into my stay and am already SO happy! Yes, American Airlines has misplaced my suitcase, so was withering with cold in a long-sleeved t-shirt but all is great now that I am seated in the nearly empty Car One of the splashy new Scarlet IRYO train, bound for C... Read More
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Mexico & Central America
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9 replies
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Thanks to the many great trip reports on this forum, I am inspired to travel to Mexico. I am à woman in my 60s and plan to travel solo this April. I want to visit Mexico City (one week), Puebla (2 days) and Oaxaca (one week), and will travel by local buses between these cities. I know a bit of Spanish, and will attend a school in Oaxaca for two hou... Read More
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# 7 |
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Europe
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14 replies
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378 views
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Hi all! We're planning a long road trip through Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Italy and I'm looking for some practical advice. We'll be renting a car somewhere in Cologne/Koblenz/Frankfurt and ending in Venice. 2 adults, 2 kids, minimal luggage in August.
Questions:
- Is traveling across boarders easy? Any additional info ne... Read More
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Europe
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38 replies
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We are looking for Cheap convent stays in Rome near train station.
As a family (2 adults +1 child) we will be visiting Rome for one week from May 22 - May 29 . We want to see the Colosseum, catacombs and Sistine Chapel.
I found this old thread from 20 years ago but many of the email addresses and websites are invalid... Read More
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Travel Tips & Trip Ideas
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13 replies
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656 views
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Hi All
There was an interesting article in one of our weekend newspapers about using AI to plan a trip, and the impact this will have on travel agents and others in the travel industry. Basically you enter into ChatGP the country you would like to visit, the amount of time, budget, and I think accommodation preferences.
I can see this being attr... Read More
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# 10 |
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Europe
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6 replies
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277 views
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Hi everyone,
I'm currently planning my next trip and could use your input. I'm considering traveling to Rome and Tuscany and have two options: the last week in May 2025 around Memorial Day or the first week of September 2025 around Labor Day.
I'm curious to know your thoughts on the best time in terms of airfare prices and avoiding crowds. An... Read More
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Europe
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9 replies
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442 views
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I am looking at taking a cycling trip in the Netherlands and Belgium. I have done both self-guided and guided cycling trips in Europe in the past. Now I'm alone, so self-guided is out. Nearly all guided cycling tours I can find in these countries involve a boat/barge.
People seem to like these because they only have to unpack once. However, I ha... Read More
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Europe
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10 replies
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336 views
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Good Morning Fodor's friends. My husband and I will travel to Switzerland and Paris in September. We are flying into Zurich and out of Paris. We have 12 nights (excluding travel time) and our plan is to spend the last two in Paris. We have been there twice, and this is just a nice add on while we are on the same continent. We love to walk, walk, wa... Read More
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Europe
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14 replies
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522 views
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I am planning a first time, 16 day trip in May. This does not include travel time. My plan is to fly into Rome and spend 2 full days, a day and a half in Bologna , a day and half in Venice, 2 full days somewhere in Lake Como area then 6 days in Florence. I would be flying out of Florence. I plan on taking the train to move around to the areas. I a... Read More
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Europe
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6 replies
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295 views
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There have been so many informative posts as to how to visit the most scenic part of the Rhine. Using all that info, I pieced together a one-day plan for us in late May. We'll be based in Mainz. I'd appreciate any corrections and suggestions. We are not trying to visit castles, and mainly plan to enjoy the river scenery, stroll a few of the tow... Read More
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United States
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17 replies
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562 views
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Will be flying into Eugene Oregon in early October for 7 days. Traveling with 3 people in the 65 year old club . Like to visit State/National Parks, love beautiful scenery and enjoy nature. Don't really hike and not into bar scene but do love good food, train rides, ocean and hot springs. We will be staying at one location and taking day trips... Read More
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United States
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12 replies
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431 views
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Hi all - my husband, 15 yo daughter and I have 2 days in Chicago at the end of March. We have never been. We are staying near Grant Park. We are looking for the best things to do...the ideal 1- or 2-day itinerary BUT we don't care for museums or zoos. Was looking into architecture river cruise - is that worth it? Recommendations would be appreciate... Read More
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United States
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34 replies
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I'm working through the bucket list, and looking at a (likely) once in lifetime trip to Hawaii. Is 3 weeks enough time to see the highlights of the 4 main islands? Will it all look the same to see one island after another? Wondering how to split up the time between the four islands.
Acting a bit fast to take advantage of a fare sale, but a mul... Read More
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Asia
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13 replies
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399 views
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Hi Fodorites!
I am a newbie poster and looooong-time lurker of this forum, especially [utag=173999]progol[/utag] [utag=175380]kja[/utag] [utag=168743]CaliNurse[/utag] [utag=171074]crellston[/utag] [utag=171078]hawaiiantraveler[/utag] amongst others. You guys are amazing in your sensibility, curiosity and generosity!
My partner Susan and I a... Read More
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Europe
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59 replies
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I love planning trips and reading trip reports, so here is my first try in writing one myself. First, I’d like to thank all the posters and Fodorites who inspire me: Adelaidean, melnq8, maitaitom, Progol, KarenWoo and others.
My husband and I (both in the middle 60’s) decided not to drive in Europe anymore due to the easy access of public trans... Read More
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Europe
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10 replies
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463 views
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We are 2 active couples in our early 70's, interested in some castles , local food, history etc.
Enjoy walks or easy shortish hikes
driving from Heathrow Apr12
1 night London
3 nights Bourton on the Water - Chester House
3 nights in Keswick - Craigside
1 night in Lake Lamond - Balloch
1 Night Glencoe -Loch Liven
1 night on Skye - Broa... Read More
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# 21 |
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Europe
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22 replies
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Hello everyone, I am planning a solo trip of four nights/five days in Brittany at the end of June. I like the idea of staying on the coast, since I will have just been in the lovely Swiss Alps and also in the bustling city of Paris. (A city--mountains--coast combination seems to strike a nice chord for me this summer.) As I've been researching, I c... Read More
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Europe
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19 replies
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840 views
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My husband and I (mid-60s) enjoy outdoor scenery, moderate hiking and good food. We're not really city people and enjoy museums only in small doses. We're planning a 2-week trip to Northern Italy, mainly for the mountains. Our flights are booked, arriving in Venice on Aug. 28 and flying out of Milan on Sept. 10, although we could modify them, possi... Read More
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Europe
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6 replies
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420 views
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Saturday March 2
- arrived in Cordoba via train before noon, and checked into the bustling Hotel Hospes Palacio de Bailío. It was bustling because it was Sunday and people were checking out and checking in. Great bellboy service by Christian and the other guy with the pretty blue eyes (forgot his name!). Our... Read More
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Europe
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39 replies
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Thinking of flying in and out of Naples and doing a Southern Italy loop in May. Will rent a car. Do not need to go to the tip of boot nor the heel, but a gentle, central loop. Any ideas on itinerary and base towns? Mid 70s, like to drive. Crowds in May? Read More
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# 25 |
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Europe
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6 replies
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466 views
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Hi there,
My wife and I are planning our first trip to Europe. We have booked a cruise which starts in Florida and ends in Barcelona, and later another cruise which begins in Athens and ends in Athens.
Between the two cruises, we are going to have 6 full days in Barcelona, and we want to spend some of the time to visit three other cit... Read More
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