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Mar112022 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Tips to travel in and around Europe cheaply

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RyanAir is one of the cheapest airlines out there, offering one-way flights across Europe for under 20 dollars, taxes included. However, to get this price, it is necessary to buy the tickets early and pay attention to RyanAir’s very strict travel rules. They have recently changed their regulations to only allow one piece of carry-on luggage, including a personal item. So only a backpack or a purse/briefcase/bag can be taken for free; the other must be checked, which costs another 10 euros. Make sure to check in and print the boarding pass before arriving at the airport. Even if already checked in, there is a 20 euro fee to print out a boarding pass at the airport. However, they do let passengers check in online and print the boarding pass up to two weeks before the plane takes of...

Nov72021 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Proven tips for budget travel in Lisbon

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Traveling in Europe can be expensive these days- especially for people going there from the Americas or Asia. Lisbon, however, is an ideal and often overlooked European city where one can still enjoy the sights and sounds without feeling like a grubby backpacker. Don't Waste Money on Transportation Portugal's own airlines- TAP Portugal and SAPA- both provide low-cost flights from North America that are cheaper than using U.S.-based airlines. Once one arrives in Lisbon, the airport is quite close to downtown and taxi fares are also cheap compared to fares in other countries. A ride from the airport to the heart of the city will only cost 5 to 10 euros with minimal traffic. The first thing to do is to buy a 24-hour transportation pass, which costs 4 euros and enables one to boar...

Jul232021 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Public transport tips in Northern Ireland

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Metro is responsible for bus services in the Belfast area while Ulsterbus provides bus and coach services throughout the rest of the province. Tourists visiting Belfast should download a copy of the brochure 'See Belfast by Metro' from the Translink website. This contains information on how to use the system to visit the city's main tourist attractions. Metro's Main Arterial Services are Most Frequent The most frequent Metro services are Metros 1 to 12 which run along Belfast's main arterial corridors. Metro also operates a network of other services in Belfast with varying frequencies as well as 'City Express' which links the city centre with suburban areas of Newtownabbey via the M2 motorway. Belfast Metro Bus System Divided into Three Fare Zones The system is divided i...

Jul142018 by Paul Linus1 Comment

Tipping Brief In Europe, America And Asia

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Everyone that is employed in the hospitality industry in North America will appreciate customers who tip. In Canada and the U.S. the act of giving ten to fifteen percent just before leaving a restaurant is so commonplace that nobody really thinks twice about it, unless the service has been unusually poor. However, when travelling abroad, tipping the local staff in a hotel or restaurant can be awkward because not all travellers know what's expected. Here are some basic guidelines. Western Europe Some countries in this region like Italy and France will automatically add a service charge to restaurant bills, and they would also expect a 10% tip. If the service was exceptional then you could round up your payment to the nearest euro. As a rule, you should give change directly to the ...

May162018 by David KollerNo Comments

The Best Cities in Italy to Visit on your Summer Vacation

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If you’re planning to take one of the many luxury vacations in italy that thousands of people enjoy every year, you’re in for a real treat. Italy is an incredibly beautiful country that’s steeped in magnificent history and is often bathed in the glow of the warm Mediterranean sun. But which cities should you visit while you’re in the country? And how can you make the most of your time there? Let’s take a look at this now: Florence If you are a lover of all things art you’re going to love Florence. Thought to be one of the greatest places in Europe to see amazing art and incredible architecture, this city really does have something for every art lover. In addition to being home to many exquisite works of art, Florence is also home to so many restaurants that are well worth a visit. Fo...

Sep52017 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Business Trip To Europe? Follow These Tips

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If you are getting a chance to travel to Europe for your business or from your company, it is advised also to consider it a personal trip where you can also see the country amid the meetings and commitments. You may have by now taken a look to some of the best tips for traveling around Europe. Below are some more to check and follow to may your visit to European countries a memorable amid extra pressure of work schedule. Check documents ahead of travel Before you leave for Europe it is important to cross-check once again the required documents, but avoid doing it in the last minute. Take note that if the passport validity has lapsed, it will take around three weeks to get a new copy of it. You may also apply for their urgent service, but that too will take couple of days. Also, d...