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Backpack Europe and Budget Travel Tips - Costs and Money Issues
My biggest problem while backpacking wasn't anything to do with finding a place to stay, meeting people, crime, or anything like that - It was just being able to keep a fe pennies in my pocket. Europe is generally more expensive than Canada. Even Eastern Europe which used to be such a bargain is steadily climbing up to the same costs as Western Europe. That said, certain things are definitely cheaper.
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Backpack Europe and Budget Travel Tips - Saving Money and Discounts
Saving money while backpacking can be achieved in a variety of ways. Of course, the best way is to be as cheap as possible. Your main costs are going to be food and accomodation, so that's what you need to cut down on. Here are some quick tips:
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Travel Germany and Backpack Munich and Berlin Tips
Germany is a wonderful country, with great culture, history, and of course, beer. Travelling to Munich and Berlin are great experiences for backpackers that you won't soon forget.
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Travel Holland and backpack Amsterdam budget tips.
Holland / the Netherlands is a small country, but one of the coolest. You'll find great history, culture, and a night life that can't be beat.
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Travel Belgium and Backpack Brussels and Brugge Tips
Belgium is packed with history and has been a battleground for hundreds of years. Great place for history and world famous for it's beer.
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Travel France and Backpack Paris and French Riviera Tips
I've been to France, and Paris in particular many times. Paris is a major transportation hub an you'll quite possibly pass through there more than once. It's a love / hate kind of city. I love it. There's just something about it, the history, culture, museums and attractions. Much to discover.
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Travel Portugal and Backpack Lisbon Tips
Portugal was once one of the mightiest sea-faring countries in the world. As a result, modern day Portugal is full of culture and history, natural beauty and wild night life.
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Backpack / Travel Italy and travel Rome, Milan, Florence, and Venice tips
Italy is a country full of history and culture. You could devote months to see all of the many sites throughout Italy. Rome, Florence, Venice, all are among the worlds most important and historical cities.
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Backpack Switzerland and Travel Geneva Tips
Switzerland is a small country, but one of the most important in the world. Geneva and Interlaken are just a couple of the many highlights this country has to offer. I'll add more information soon...
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Travel Hungary and Backpack Budapest Tips
Hungary is very interesting to travel and backpack, with an amazing history. And it's cheaper than most Western European countries! I ended up spending a few months in Budapest and for good reason.
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Travel Czech Republic and Backpack Prague Tips
I've only been to the Czech Republic once, and I only had time to check out Prague. It really is a beautiful city, which explains the massive hordes of toursits. The Czech Republic still remains a huge bargain as well for budget travellers.
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Travel Austria and Backpack Vienna and Salzburg Tips
Austria, apart from being one of the most beautiful countries in the Alps, once ruled much of Europe. Vienna is still a city full of culture and history which few others rival.
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Travel Luxembourg and Backpack Europe Travel Tips
Luxembourg may be a tiny country, but it has rich culture and an interesting history. Luxembourg city is itself a Unesco World Heritage site and the hostel is located right in the Latin Quarter.
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Travel Croatia and Backpack Dubrovnik and Zagreb Tips
Croatia is a beautiful, sunny country. Island hopping and riding the ferries to picturesque towns along the Adriatic coast is one of the highlights of travelling Europe. Dubrovnik is by far the most beautiful town I've ever been too.
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Travel Bosnia/Herzegovina and Backpack Sarajevo Tips
Bosnia / Hercegovina is a real eye opener. Travelling through the country side and seeing the devestation that war brings will make you change the way you look at things. The people are extremely friendly, the prices are low, and it's stll relatively unexploited by tourism.
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Travel Slovenia and Backpack Ljubljana Tips
Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana, is a very quaint and beautiful town with great views of the surrounding mountains. One of the nicest spots in Europe.
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Travel Sweden and Backpack Stockholm Tips
Sweden is a beautiful country in the north of Europe. Full of history, you'll find castles and thousands of old relics such as rune stones, burial sites, and old fortresses. All this, but even so Sweden isn't as exploited as the rest of Western Europe, mainly because as like the rest of Scandinavia, prices are much higher.
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Travel Norway and Backpack Oslo Tips
Travelling to Norway you'll find Norway is defined by it's nature - Fjords, mountains, forests, glaciers, and the ocean. You can't get much more natural than that. Combined with some of the most charming cities and towns in Europe, and a strong Viking history, Norway is a trip you won't soon forget.
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Travel Finland and Backpack Helsinki Tips
Finland is another beautiful Scandinavian country, and shares many similarities with it's northern neighbours. Finland, however, is in many ways different from the surrounding countries. The Finnish language sets itself apart and is very unique, and Finland is also one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world. And of course, there's the saunas
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Travel Macedonia and Backpack Skopje Tips
Macedonia comes as a pleasent surprise to most visitors - You'll find everything from ancient medieval monasteries, Turkish bazaars, and a very modern capital, Skopje. Definitely spend a few days in Macedonia if you're travelling to or from Greece or Turkey. You won't regret it.
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Travel London and the UK and Backpacking the UK tips
Traveling in the UK is a must on any backpackers list. Fish and chips, beer, and Beatles - there's much that the UK and London have to offer!
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Travel Albania and Backpack Tirana Tips
Albania is a mountainous country, right on the Adriatic coast wedged between Yugoslavia, Macedonia, and Greece. Albania has had a tough transition since communism fell in the early 1990's, and many travellers have avoided it because of many dangers.
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Travel Backpack - Backpack Guide - Backpacking
There are certain things you need to look for when purchasing a backpack, because after all it's a big investment and your most important one. You'll want to make sure it's proportionate to your body and is comfortable enough to carry 30 pounds or so in. Make sure the straps are comfortable as well, otherwise you may have bruised shoulders to contend with.
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Travel Locks combination locks backpack locks
Check out the following locks to get an idea of what you should take along.
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Travel Money Belts and other Travel Accessories
Check out the following money belts to get an idea of what you should take along.
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Expatriate banking - Setting up a bank account abroad
Opening a bank account in a foreign country can be a complete nightmare. Compared to North American banks, British banks are incredibly slow and have many policies that are quite different. There are several things you can do, however, to help expedite the process.
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Travel Belize and Belize City Information
Belize is another beautiful Central American country wedged between Guatemala and the Caribbean Sea. In fact, many people say Belize is more like an island in the Caribbean rather than a mainland country. Part of Belize's beauty is its lack of development. Roads remain unpaved, traffic lights virtually non existant, and jungle abounds along with beautiful sandy beaches.
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British Airways Flights British Airways UK Review
British Airways is probably your best bet for flying to or from the UK. With flights and services ranging all over the globe, and with British Airways also being a part of the Star Alliance you can get service and flight deals on several different flight carriers.
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Canadian Tire Stores Online Catalog
Canadian Tire stores are located in just about every Canadian city of any size. I think you'd be hard pressed to find someone who had never been to a Canadian Tire at some point
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centralamerica/1 pages
Travel Central America, Central American Travel
Central America is quickly becoming a favourite for independent travellers, and package tourists alike. People are beginning to learn about the astounding beauty of the many countries making up Central America, and taking advantage of the many recreational opportunities.
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Cheap Flights from Canada and Cheap Flights to Europe
Finding cheap flights has never been easier! Here are a list of sites which will help you find the cheapest airfare available on the web. Many of the sites provide information in Canadian dollars, and provide flights to Europe, Asia, and the rest of the world.
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Cheap Airfare, Hotels and Travel Deals
Updated every 10 minutes, view the latest travel specials for flights, hotels, car rentals, vacation packages and more.
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