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central america Travel Help | central america Travel Tips & Advice | Travellerspoint U sername: P assword: R emember Me Car Hire Travel Insurance Airport Parking UK Cheap Accommodation Hotel Bookings Travellerspoint Travel Community Forums Blogs Destinations Accommodation Travel Help Reunions Tools Links central america Travel Help, Advice & Tips Travel Help central america Travel Help Ask these Travel Helpers for information about the central america region or select a country to find a Travel Helper for that specific country. Please remember that these Travel Helpers provide information on a volunteer basis and when they take the time to help you that a thank you is highly appreciated! Aruba Bahamas Barbados Belize Costa Rica Cuba Dominican Republic El Salvador Grenada Guatemala Haiti Honduras Jamaica Martinique Netherlands Antilles Nicaragua Panama Puerto Rico St Kitts/Nevis St Vincent/The Grenadines Trinidad and Tobago Turks/Caicos Is. US Virgin Islands Anthony Hobson [t] User Profile Log in to ask Anthony about central america i live in Costa Rica... caroline Briggs Lowrance [carolinel] User Profile Log in to ask caroline about central america placencia, belize, el salvador, Daniel Dutton [solopolo] User Profile Log in to ask Daniel about central america three months overland travel (public transport again im afraid) in Costa Rica, Honduras, Guatemala and Belize. It was a fair few years ago but I remember the highlights and can offer advice on basic travel concerns. Darin McLeod [holdfast] User Profile Log in to ask Darin about central america Recently drove from canada to Costa Rica where I lived for 6 months Dean Hosgood [hdeanh] User Profile Log in to ask Dean about central america hi, i have traveled to central america 3 times in the past 18 months. i can help with basic info pertaining to el salvador, guatemala, belize, and costa rica. Donald Lee [caguide] User Profile Log in to ask Donald about central america I am a travel and tourism specialist for the entire Central American region stretching from Guatemala through Costa Rica, based in El Salvador, a still exotic destination in the heart of Central America. I live and work in the region for over 18 years so am not just another traveler passing through. I speak the language and am deeply immersed in the culture, customs and history of the pueblo(people). Donald T. Lee Gary Power [rugger] User Profile Log in to ask Gary about central america Accomodation, sights and transport Gerrit Wijns [argoo] User Profile Log in to ask Gerrit about central america I have visited all the countries of the region and been there three times so far. I don't know much about El Salvador (just passed through there due to lack of time) and know most about Guatemala. Gretchen Wilson-Kalav [Isadora] User Profile Log in to ask Gretchen about central america I have been a frequent traveller to Jamaica and can help with questions concerning Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay areas. My background is that of pharmacologist so I can help with information concerning vaccinations, medications, etc. also. JOEY FITZ [Grandparat] User Profile Log in to ask JOEY about central america BEEN THERE AND GOING BACK NEXT WEEK TRAVELED IN NICARAGUA COSTA RICA AND PANAMA ALSO AWHILE AGO IN MEXICO AND GUATEMALA Jules Baker [julescuba] User Profile Log in to ask Jules about central america I spent 7 months in Central AMerica and loved every single second so I would love to help other people sort out their plans. If im not going on holiday im either looking at this website or lonelyplanet the whole time and also looking at the cheapest flights to furthest possible destinations. If I cant travel then Id at least like to help others to do so and get the most out of their time away. I think I could really help people with their questions of where to go, what type of budget, doing it solo and how far places are from one another.Thank you:) justin winc [fortheride] User Profile Log in to ask justin about central america traveled throughout....whatcha' wanna know????? laura tapia [taki] User Profile Log in to ask laura about central america i've gone to cuba a couple of times, so i know well what to do and how to save some money and enjoy more, i've been to jamaica also a couple of times and it is worth recommending! and not so difficult to travel. I've been to dominican republic and it is very easy as well ryan palmer [freebird] User Profile Log in to ask ryan about central america I founded LiahonaQuest, the only fully licensed foreign-owned tour operator in Central america and southern Mexico. Be in business for 8 years I can help byproviding guidance in travel prep, and in finding accomodations, restaurants and activities. Simon Fisher [surfingfis] User Profile Log in to ask Simon about central america Placesw to go, things to do, general encouragement and solo travelling. © 2002 - 2005 Travellerspoint Travel Community | Contact | FAQ | About | Terms | Site Map

Argentina Travel Info: General

Argentina Travel Guide - Skiing in Argentina Guide Home Sports Activities Argentina Skiing Guide Argentina Skiing Guide In the months of June to September come to Argentina for world-class skiing. All the resorts are located in the western part of Argentina, close to the Andes Mountains. Travelling to one of these ski resorts requires a 2 or 3 hour flight from Buenos Aires and then ground transportation to the slopes.Argentina has 2 big downhill resorts: Cerro Catedral, Bariloche and Las Lenas, Mendoza . Argentina also has almost a dozen other resorts of smaller magnitude.A few hours away from Bariloche by car there is Cerro Chapelco , a wonderful mountain for forest skiing, challanging steep chutes, and off-piste touring. Snowboarding in Argentina has become very popular over the past severalyears. All resorts welcome riders, and the sport has caught on inArgentina as strongly as in North America and Europe. Select the resort you are interested in below for a full guide to the mountain including all the vital skiing information and whatever else you can expect when you get to the slopes. Cerro Catedral, Bariloche The biggest mountain in South America. More Las Lenas, Mendoza The special ski resort in the Andes. More Cerro Chapelco, San Martin Excellent slopes near a mountain village. More Other Skiing Resources Visit our partner websites for more information on skiing in Argentina and the world. More Get the most from your Argentine vacation. Let the travel professionals at AR Tourism arrange the perfect vacation for you, while saving you money and eliminating the inconvenience of handling overseas arrangements. AR Tourism - Argentina Vacation Travel Agency Argentina Regions | Patagonia | Iguazu Falls | Perito Moreno, Calafate Buenos Aires Guide | Side-Trips | Recoleta | City Center Argentina Golfing Guide | Argentina Skiing Guide Sitemap © 2005 AR Tourism, LLC FOR MORE INFO: eMail: info@allaboutar.com Argentina Skiing Guide Catedral, Bariloche Las Lenas, Mendoza Chapelco, San Martin Ski in Argentina Ski breathtaking Patagonia between June and September on some of the best mountains in the world. More Introduction to Argentina Travel Info: General Information Transportation Travel Facts Safety Planning a Trip Argentina: Buenos Aires Regions in Argentina Sports Activities People & Culture Argentine Tango History of Argentina Other Stuff: About Us Links

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Cruise Vacation Packing List

Cruise Vacation Packing List  You are here: About > Travel > Cruises > Cruise Planning > Cruise Vacation Packing List Travel Cruises Essentials Planning Your First Cruise Cruise Travel Packing List Choosing a Caribbean Cruise Destination How To Get a Passport How to Choose a Cabin on a Cruise Ship Articles & Resources Cruise Lines Cruise Destinations Cruise Photo Album Cruise Planning Cruise Reviews Cruise Cams Cruise Glossary Cruise News Getting There Lifestyle - Theme Cruises Cruise Activities Travel Gear and Gadgets Cruise Jobs More Cruise Resources Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks European Cruise Guidebooks Cruise Guidebooks - General Information Alaska Travel Guide Books Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Cruises newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Cruises Stay up to date! Email to a friend Print this page Most Popular Cruise Packing List Carnival Cruise Line Reviews Choosing a Cruise Ship Cabin Planning Your First Cruise Cruise Jobs What's Hot Carnival Conquest Review HAL Norfolk Cruises Alaska Cruise Itineraries Radisson Seven Seas Mariner Crown Princess 2006 Debut Related Topics Caribbean for Visitors Europe for Visitors Honeymoons / Romantic Getaways Senior Travel Travel with Kids Cruise Vacation Packing List From Linda Garrison , Your Guide to Cruises . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Everything You Need to Take on a Cruise Vacation Packing for your cruise vacation can be one of the worst parts of a cruise. The only thing I can think of that I dread more is unpacking when I get home! Through the years, I have learned that a packing list is essential. Maybe it's my advancing age or just that I have learned "the hard way" by forgetting some essential item and then having to purchase it at double (or more) the price on the cruise ship or in a port of call. One important packing tip -- If traveling with a companion or spouse, divide your checked items into two (or more) suitcases. That way, if one is lost, you will both have some clothing to wear! It would be terrible for your spouse to have all of his clothes and you to have nothing but your carry-on. Also, be sure to carry-on anything that you cannot live without for a couple of days (or more), just in case your luggage is lost or delayed. Use this list as a starter and modify it for your personal tastes. Some essentials and general items follow of this page, and I have a separate list for women and men on page 2. CRUISE TRAVEL ESSENTIALS Travel Documents, Wallet Items, and Paperwork airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation cruise documents passports and visas (if necessary) or proof of citizenship (check with your cruise line for requirements) vaccination certificate (if required) driver's license and auto insurance card - in case you decide to rent a car when ashore medical insurance cards and medical history (especially if traveling alone) copy of prescriptions and list of all medicines you are taking another picture ID - if you don't take driver's license credit cards - be sure to call credit card companies before traveling to alert them you are traveling outside your normal area ATM card pre-paid phone card cash or traveler's checks (be sure to keep traveler's checks receipt in separate location) 3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary - pack 1 copy in carry on, 1 copy in checked luggage, and leave one copy with someone at home contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler's checks emergency numbers at home currency conversion chart wallet and fanny pack watch - dual time zone watch is perfect! 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Germany Travel

Germany Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide worldguide | shop | thorn tree forum | travel services | travel ticker | theme guides | on the road | postcards | travel links : Explore Germany Germany Story-book charm, cultural clout and a whole lot of gravitas. At a Glance Fast Facts WORLDGUIDE Introduction Background Info See Image Gallery Events Transport Money General RELATED Thorn Tree Forum Postcards Travel Links More Places Check out our other destinations: Within Germany Berlin Cologne Dusseldorf Frankfurt Hamburg Hanover Munich Stuttgart View Map Click here Feature Attraction Aachen Dom Aachen's main draw is its Dom, with Charlemagne's exquisite Pfalzkapelle (palace chapel) at its core. One of the best-preserved examples of Carolingian ... more Germany wears its riches well: elegant big-city charm, small picture-postcard towns, pagan-inspired harvest festivals, a wealth of art and culture and the perennial pleasures of huge tracts of forest, delightful castles and fine wine and beer are all there for the savouring. Deep in the heart of Europe, Germany has had a seminal impact on Continental history. From Charlemagne and the Holy Roman Empire to Otto von Bismarck's German Reich, Nazism and the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall, no other nation has moulded Europe the way Germany has - for better or worse. When To Go Germany is a fine destination year-round, but most people visit between May and September when sunny skies are most likely and much of life moves outdoors. Beer gardens and cafes bustle at all hours; outdoor events and festivals enliven cities and villages; and hiking, cycling and swimming are popular pursuits - at least as long as the weather plays along. Remember that rain is a possibility in any month. The flipside of summer travel is, of course, larger crowds at museums and other attractions. Accommodation needn't be hard to come by unless you're drawn to beach and mountain resorts popular with German holiday-makers. The shoulder seasons (from March to May and from October to early November) bring fewer tourists and often surprisingly pleasant weather. In April and May, when flowers and fruit trees are in bloom, it can be mild and sunny. Indian summers that stretch well into autumn are not uncommon. With the exception of winter sports, activities between November and early March are likely to focus more on culture and city life. In these months, skies tend to be gloomy and the mercury often drops below freezing. On the plus side, there are fewer visitors and shorter queues (except in the winter resorts). Just pack the right clothes and keep in mind that there are only six to eight hours of daylight. In December the sun (if there is any) sets around 15:30 . Factoid Smellpol When the files of the former East German secret service, the Stasi, were opened up, they were found to contain, among other things, cotton wool swabs of dissidents' body odour, kept in bottles for use by sniffer dogs. SPONSORED LINKS Enquire Accomodation Reviews Find Lonely Planet author reviewed places to stay * Required Fields Country * Please select Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada China Cuba Czech Republic Denmark Egypt England Estonia Finland France Germany Hungary Iceland India Ireland Israel & the Palestinian Territories Italy Japan Malaysia Mexico Morocco Netherlands New Zealand Poland Portugal Russia Scotland South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Taiwan Thailand Turkey USA United Arab Emirates Vietnam City * Please select Travel Services · Flights · Hostels · Hotels · Travel Insurance More Services › Disclaimer: We've tried to make theinformation on this web site as accurate as possible, but it isprovided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injuryor inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information.You should verify critical information (like visas, health and safety,customs and transportation) with the relevant authorities before youtravel. text & images © lonely planet 2005 about us | privacy | feedback | advertising FAQs worldguide | shop | thorn tree forum | travel services | travel ticker | theme guides | on the road | postcards | travel links