Archive for the 'Europe' Category
I have enough trouble trying to figure out what to tip in my own country - I can’t even begin to describe the issues I have when traveling and this problem arises. Fortunately, here is a guide to tipping around the world:
United States
Restaurants: 15% to 20%, with 20% being the norm at high-end restaurants.
Taxis: 15%, […]
European Union officials say the limit imposed on liquids flying in and out of the EU could be lifted by 2010. They are relying on new scanning technology to differentiate between regular liquids and dangerous substances, such as explosives. Read more…
By the end of 2009, Croatia will likely almost be part of the European Union. However, there are a few issues that may stall this effort. Read more…
Expect travel fares to Europe to continue dropping (Woo-hoo!). Here are a couple of tips to stay on top of the deals:
Subscribe to e-mail fare alerts from foreign airlines.
Sign up for FareCompare’s Fare Alerts.
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Travelling with your family can be tough. Fortunately, it can also be a walk in the park. Parks are great locations to bring your family for many reason: picnics, relaxing, taking in the sights, or fun activities. Here is a list of some of Europe’s most family-friendly parks:
Hyde Park & Kensington […]
London’s Heathrow airport is (apparently) considered a national disgrace by some. It consistently has long lines, delays and other problems, and things aren’t really looking up. So the city’s mayor has assembled a team to plan a new airport closer to the city. Nothing’s for sure, but with the 2012 Olympics on their way, you […]
So sometimes you need to build a bridge where boats pass. Usually, they open at the middle. However, this bridge on the Paddington Basin in London is more interesting. It curls up to form a circle every Friday at noon. Read more…
Check it out in action:
Cities are sinking, we’re losing pieces of glacier every day; basically, the world is changing on a grand scale. This means that eventually, and unfortunately, some beautiful landmarks will not be around in the future. Here’s a list of locations you should consider checking out before it’s too late:
Oceans & Coasts:
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West Indian […]
Europe may seem as though it is infested with tourists, and that can be a fact that irritates not only residents of these locations, but also the tourists themselves. People rarely want to feel cramped when they’re on vacation, so if you’d like to see Europe, but avoid the crowds, don’t despair! You have options. […]
Check out this account of Amsterdam, by the New York Times’ Frugal Traveler:
Early last Friday evening, the sky over Amsterdam turned a cold indigo, and the uncurtained light from shops and homes glowed a vibrant yellow. A breeze rippled the water of the canals, where a few couples were enjoying the sun’s fading rays, while […]