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Is there a feasible way to combine hitchhiking and couch surfing?
On my previous trip I tried hitchhiking for the first time and became addicted so this year I'm spending six to twelve months traveling in East Asia and Eastern Europe.
I also tried couch surfing for ...
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Cheap short-term accommodation in downtown Vancouver
I'm trying to get a working holiday visa for Canada, but it's proving problematic for a variety of reasons. However whether I end up staying for a year or not, I'll likely be heading to Vancouver for ...
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What is a good town/place to stay at, in order to visit the Dead Sea?
I am wanting to see the Dead Sea. Is there anywhere safe/nice to stay on the Israeli/Palestinian side of the sea?
Travel guides I have read recommend travelling from Jerusalem but its circa 40km ...
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Travelling in Sri Lanka - Advice on taxis and accomodation
My partner and I are going travelling in Sri Lanka in November for two weeks and I'm trying to plan a trip. I have a few specific questions about travel but would appreciate any tips or suggestions or ...
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How should I choose the best option for a London apartment rental?
I am traveling with two coworkers after our London Dev Days event, and we are looking to rent a local apartment. Knowing very little about London and its various neighborhoods, I am wondering which of ...
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Accommodation search engine that allows setting an approximate price range without a date?
While looking for accommodation for my vacation, I have become rather frustrated with sites like booking.com where you have to set the check-in and check-out dates before you see any prices. ...
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Getting married in Madrid, looking for affordable group housing for friends & family
I'm an American getting married to a Spanish woman in Madrid, Spain. I'd like to find some affordable housing for my guests who will be visiting (friends and family) to try and cut down their costs. ...
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How can I find short-term private room accommodations in London?
I've lived in London in flats for 4 years - but am travelling at the moment. When I return, I'll need some accommodation for 2-4 weeks - just short term. Hostels are one option, but they're per ...
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Is it usual for Japanese sentos to offer cheap overnight stays like their Korean counterparts (jjimjilbangs) do?
Japan and Korea both have similar concepts of communal bath houses. In Japan they are called sentos and in Korea they are called jjimjilbangs.
In Korea it is usual that jjimjilbangs offer very cheap ...
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Is there a list of free accomodation resources?
I want to travel abroad cheap, and I would prefer to find some place to stay through a person or website, rather than book a hotel or hostel. There is couchsurfing.com, which I know about. Can you ...
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Tel Aviv a good base to see Israel & Palestine?
I'm planning to spend 3 weeks in Israel & Palestine. I'm open to seeing all of the region apart from the Gaza Strip.
I'm told the region is relatively small and I could feasibly stay in Tel Aviv ...
