The practice of going out looking at things and places.
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Must-see places in Goa?
I am going to Goa for business purposes for 15 days, and will hardly get 1 day free. What are the must-see places and must-do stuff in Goa? What should I be carrying along?
I am interested in Museums ...
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“World class” monuments to visit in April
I am trying to plan a month long backpacking trip in April, such that:
It has either rich cultural heritage or natural beauty. I am after "world class", breath-taking monuments (so for instance I ...
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London pass travelcard vs. Oyster card
We are 2 families, 4 adults and 4 kids (age 8, 11, 13, and 16) reaching at LHR
airport from USA.
Which will better economically save money and time to purchase, Oyster Card or London pass with ...
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Tour or circuit to see different Melbourne neighborhoods?
We plan to spend a week in Melbourne near the end of May. Besides the usual recommended places for typical tourism, we are interested in visiting different neighborhoods in order to understand their ...
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3 days in Amsterdam: What to see?
In a few days I'm flying to Amsterdam. We will spend there a fun weekend as I repeatedly mentioned in previous questions. But nevertheless a little bit of sightseeing is also necessary. I don't know a ...
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Which chateaux of the Loire are worth visiting?
When visiting France, one of the great things to see are the Chateaux of the Loire Valley. An hour by TGV from Paris, yet a world apart, with stunning grand palatial castles in beautiful scenery, it's ...
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Places of Interest To Be Seen Whilst Visiting Malta?
I shall be visiting the island of Malta this summer for two weeks. Whenever I visit a country, I don't just want to lie on the beach or sit by the pool everyday, but wish to get out & about to see ...
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Best things to do while in Pittsburgh - Food, historical sites, generally time well spent? [closed]
I will be in Pittsburgh for a meeting and will have a few days to explore the city. I love trying new dining experiences, historical and out-doorsy stuff, and generally anything that makes the city ...
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Driving in Iceland: a good idea?
For this summer I am thinking about going to Iceland. I would like to fly to Reykjavik, spend some days there, then rent a car, travel around the island and then fly back home. Now I have a few ...
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Which parts of the Reichstag building are open for tourists?
I would like to visit the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany and I wonder:
Which parts of the building are open for tourists?
Is it for free?
Do I need a reservation?
Are there any restrictions ...
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4 days in Paris
I am leaving on friday for a city trip to Paris, arriving at noon. I am already leaving Paris again at monday evening at 5 o'clock.
I really want to see the Louvre, Versailles and the Eiffel Tower ...
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Where in Europe can I find monuments and museums about Napoléon Bonaparte?
I'm interested in history and I want to visit some Napoléon historic places. The most known are the Arc de Triomphe and The battlefield of Waterloo, where he was defeated. But are there some other ...
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Activities in Montreal for a Bachelor party
I'm currently planning a bachelor party for a friend, and plan on holding it in Montreal next month. There a some people in our group who have a passing familiarity with the area, but mostly only know ...
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Sites to see between Regensburg and Frankfurt
I'll be traveling in Germany in June. Toward the end of the trip, we'll be going to Regensburg and then we have three days before we have to be in Frankfurt to fly home. I'm looking for suggestions ...
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Sightseeing in the Dakotas without a car
I'm currently a resident of Phoenix, AZ ; I don't have a car and don't plan on buying one either in the near future. I've always wanted to go sightseeing in the Dakotas.
Is it possible to go on ...
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Traveling across the United Kingdom by car [closed]
Me and my friends had an idea of going to the UK by car and travel across the country to see as much as possible. I would like ask if someone can share his opinion of where to go and where to don't ...
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Sightseeing and food in Riga [closed]
I am going to Riga, Latvia for two days in few days.
Out of your experience, what should I go look at and where should I eat.
Any suggestions?
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What are some of the sights to see in Budapest, Hungary? [closed]
I'm planning my first international trip out of the U.S. this fall to Budapest, Hungary. I'm visiting a very good friend who will be studying abroad.
What are some things to see in Budapest?
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When travelling from London to northern Sweden by train, is it possible to have a day of free sightseeing at anywhere other than Copenhagen?
Whilst taking the train from London to Östersund (northern Sweden), which I do quite frequently, I usually plan it so that I get a free day in Copenhagen. It looks like this:
London -> Brussels -> ...
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Getting around Germany for 5-6 days [closed]
We are planning to take our adult daughter to Germany as a Birthday Gift. We have been to Munich and we loved it. However, I think our daughter would love to visit places where the local's gather ...
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Travel Tips for Italy: Florence, Venice, Rome and Cinque Terre [closed]
I am travelling Italy in May!
Would love your favorites to see, explore, and enjoy!
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1answer
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Four Nights in Bangkok - Sights, Sounds, Smells & Tastes? [closed]
I have a friend who is going on holiday to Thailand in three weeks. He shall be spending four nights in the capital Bangkok, before departing further North.
Whilst in Bangkok he and his wife are ...
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Things to see in Nova Scotia, that aren't Halifax centric
Looking to be in New Scotland in middle of September on business, and while I'm there, I'd like to see more of the province then what little I've seen so far (aka downtown Halifax). However, outside ...
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Interesting places to see around (not in) Valencia?
What are some interesting places to see that are accessible from Valencia for a reasonable price?
I'm not looking for things in Valencia proper (suggestions are still very welcome, but it's a lot ...
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When will the Sistine Chapel open after the Papal Conclave?
The Sistine Chapel is now closed for visitors.
When will it reopen after a pope is elected?
My question is does anyone know how many days after the conclave is done, it is re-opened?
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How should I prepare for a visit to the rice terraces?
When we're in Guilin (China) we can take an excursion to the rice terraces
Now I have no idea what its like to visit them. Should I expect to get wet feet or pants and make sure I bring a towel ...
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How to spend half a day in Singapore? [closed]
As part of an Asian holiday I will be overnighting in Singapore and have a full half day there before flying out to Thailand. Any ideas apart from shopping as to how I make the most of this limited ...
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Must see places while going through Germany (middle section)
I have asked the very same question about Belgium. I really liked the answers I got from Must see places while going through Belgium
Edit: I will be traveling by car from Baltics to Netherlands or ...
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How can I go to Perperikon by public transport?
I would like to visit the ancient city of Perperikon in Bulgaria. It's no problem at all to go to Plovdiv or Kardzali, but are there any public transport from there to Perperikon? How much would cost ...
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What to show grandparents in Stockholm/Anytown?
Yay, my grandparents have finally decided to visit me. I live in Stockholm, so I've never thought at length about what there actually is to see here. Additionally, I'm limited by walking distance ...
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Easy bicycling trips in Belgium?
I've just moved to Brussels. This spring/summer my wife and I would like to try biking around some of the wonderful Belgian countryside.
I'm looking for one or two specific routes that are easy, ...
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Sightseeing for family in London?
Are there any special sights in London that are suited for the very different interest of a family consisting of 5 persons between 20 and 60 years old?
I don't think that museums are a good choice.
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What are must-visit destinations for the first time trip to Argentina?
We are considering visiting Argentina for up to ten days during mid-to-late December. What would be the top places to see / visit, especially during that time of year?
Secondly, what is the best way ...
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Are there any organizations that grant badges for tourism achievements in Western Europe?
Polish Tourism and Sightseeing Society is promoting tourism and sightseeing, and one of the means of that is granting badges for various achievements, such as walking above 250 km on tourist routes, ...
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Visit the Norwegian fjords or other attractions when landing in Haugesund
The airport of Haugesund is currently served by some low cost companies; I tried to discover some attractions of that area but on the guides I only found some lines about the city of Stavanger and ...
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Computer geek tourist attractions in the San Francisco Bay Area & Silicon Valley?
We're planning a family vacation to the San Francisco Bay Area & Silicon Valley, and one of the highlights I don't want to miss is the Computer History Museum. However, I didn't find that listed ...
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Top destinations in Southern Laos and how to get there from Cambodia?
I'm travelling in Cambodia and would like to Visit Laos for a portion of my trip. What are the top destinations in the southern region of Laos and what is the best way to get there from Cambodia? I ...
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Are there days/times/dates when most Paris museums are free?
While Paris does have some great free museums and art galleries, such as
Le Petit Palais and
Musée d'Art Moderne de la ville de Paris
many of the museums have an entrance fee. Since most of my museum ...
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Is the Sudbury Slag Pour still a thing?
20+ years ago I saw the "slag pour" in Sudbury, Ontario. This is molten rock leftover from processing metal out of ore being just dumped down a hillside from special train cars. At night it's really ...
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In the Loire Valley, are there any “arty” caves that can be visited?
The Tuffeau stone that makes up the bulk of the Loire Valley has been used for building for millennia, and this has left behind a lot of caves. It has also left us lots of lovely buildings too - most ...
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What is the most beautiful and pleasant city for a citytrip? Vienna or Budapest? [closed]
We are planning on sending our parents on a citytrip for our dad's 60th birthday.
Both my parents are very interested in architecture and enjoy visiting "architecturally beautiful" cities.
They've ...
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What are some travel destinations near Pittsburgh? [closed]
This is my first time in the USA and so I want to see the American culture of celebrating New Years Day! (I am student here, so will be in Pittsburgh for another year and half) It can be the ...
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Can tourists visit the White House or the US Capitol Building?
As a tourist in Washington DC, is it possible to visit either the White House, or the US Capitol Building?
If it is possible, does the process differ for US residents and foreign tourists? And do you ...
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Biathlon World Cup in Russia: Sochi or Khanty-Mansiysk?
In the 2012-13 season of the Biathlon World Cup the last two events take place in Russia: Sochi (March 7-10) and Khanty-Mansiysk (March 14-17). The next Winter Olympic Games (2014) also take place in ...
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Concentrated area of sight seeing opportunities in Bangkok, Thailand?
My wife and I will be flying into Bangkok and we want to get the most out of our two night stay. Where would be an ideal area of the city that we should be looking for a hotel where we are in close ...
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Mumbai to Indore and (Ujjain or Omkareshwar) [closed]
We are a family of four adults and planning to go out with our family on Saturday morning and come back on Monday morning.
We would like to visit Indore and Ujjain or Indore and Omkareshwar. We can ...
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Is the Wachau Valley interesting only to skiers?
I'm doing a trip from Vienna to Salzburg just after the beginning of the new year, probably 2-3 January. I'd like to stay for a day and night in Salzburg, but would also like to do another day and ...
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Paris on a Tuesday - are the Louvre and the Pompidou Centre the only “big” attractions that are closed?
One that's caught me out before is that the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays. It looks like the Centre Pompidou is also closed Tuesdays (French - Tuesday=Mardi).
However, the Paris Modern Art Museum ...
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Fastest public elevator in the world
The Main Tower is my favorite attraction in Frankfurt(Main) not only because of the wonderful public viewing platform, but also because of the amazing speed of the elevator - 25,2 km/h. I think the ...
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Name this church in Moscow, please?
I'm trying to type up my notes of Moscow, and can't seem to find the name of this church I took a photo of. After using google image search, however, I refound a photo of it at this location so have ...
