help: Where in Europe should I go?

Old Mar 11th, 2007, 05:31 AM
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help: Where in Europe should I go?

Hi there. I’m in a big dilemma here and can really use your advice. I will have an opportunity to spend 2-3 days in pretty much any European city on my way to my next destination. I can’t quite figure out where I should go. I am not at all looking to do any sightseeing so museums and famous landmarks are out of the equation. My plan is to stay at a hostel, hopefully meet some nice people, go out and enjoy the nightlife. I’m 26, thankfully still have all my hair, so I want to have fun while I can.

The main criterias are friendly and welcoming people and a good nightlife atmosphere.

From what I hear (but not based on much) Amsterdam, London and Berlin might be a good choices but I would really like the opinion of others.

Really appreciate your help,

Daniel
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 05:45 AM
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What's your follow-on/next destination? Are you just looking to sow wild oats? Copenhagen might fit your bill.
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 05:50 AM
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I think that you will receive more advices at www.virtualtourist.com
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 06:16 AM
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I'm on my way from Israel to the US, and can stop in Europe for almost no extra cost.

What does it mean to sow wild oats?
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Some very friendly female companionship.
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 06:23 AM
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well, yea.. As long as I don't have to pay for it.
Alright, maybe i'll pay for her beer.
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 06:29 AM
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or male
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 06:38 AM
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I swear chambesr's last post wasn't there when I posted - so OK - forget the male companionship idea

But chambesr - what do you plan on doing during the day?? Sleep off all the nightlife, maybe?? You truly don't want to see anything in whichever city you choose????
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 06:49 AM
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I can’t say I don’t want to see anything, but since this is a sort of a very short vacation for me I really am looking forward to just going out and having fun. I guess that during the day I’ll walk around and enjoy being in a foreign city which is always very thrilling to me.
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So, if i want to sow som wild oats, where should I go?
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 10:07 AM
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Old Mar 11th, 2007, 10:11 AM
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Seems like Amsterdam would suit what you're asking for. It's a great city, and you can see/do a lot there in a short stay.

Paris certainly another possibility.
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Old Mar 12th, 2007, 07:26 AM
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Berlin!!!
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Old Mar 12th, 2007, 08:32 AM
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For the nitty-gritty of planning such a trip and itineraries and train info i always refer folks to two great sources: www.ricksteves.com and www.budgeteuropetravel.com - on the latter request the free European Planning & Rail Guide as it's a fine primer on doing a rail trip, with rail maps and itinerary suggestions for each country. For a comprehensive look at passes: www.raileurope.com. And www.railsaver.com can help you determine whether a railpass is good or not for you ultimate itinerary. Too bad you're 26 as the cheap Youth railpasses are for those under 26 only.
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Old Mar 12th, 2007, 08:36 AM
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Hi C,

1. Paris
2. Paris
3. Paris

In that order.

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Dublin Temple Bar area
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I'd say Amsterdam as well.
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Hi chambesr, i was very amused with your comment, "I’m 26, thankfully still have all my hair, so I want to have fun while I can." Enjoy your trip knowing that the fun won't fall away when the hair does. Hard to realize it now, but it only gets better.
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Old Mar 13th, 2007, 06:49 AM
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Yes Amsterdam, damned, damned, damned! Not only one of the world's most exquisitely gorgeous cities but for young persons so exciting - the reason many folks your age flock here from all over Europe.

Oh to be 26 again and in Amsterdam!
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As much as I love Paris, I really don't think it is the best city for this purpose (just going out for nightlife and having fun).

I'd say Prague, which I love, or Krakow would be great. Amsterdam and London and Berlin are good ideas, also.
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