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  1. Hey, is anyone planing on going to europe around November 2010? I am weighing up the pros and cons between winter and summer. I feel they will both offer such different experiences.

    Is there anyone who has gone in winter?

    Default_avatarExplorer1141907 posted about 9 hours ago Flag as Inappropriate
  2. I’m so excited now that I’ve finally got off my butt and decided to travel! About time! The only problem is I’m jumping out of my skin to do it, and I won’t be departing till about this time next year! Looking at doing the European Contrasts :) Cannot wait!

    abbs24abbs24 posted 2 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  3. Hello, anyone else going on the European Escapade on August 17th?? If so send us an email bad_religion19@hotmail.com so we can get to know each other before the tour. Or add me on facebook http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/michael.mccalman1?ref=profile

    If anyone has any tips for this trip, would be great appreciated :)

    Mickey

    Mickey!Mickey! posted 3 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  4. hey, im going on vietnam exploer 20th july as solo traveler- want to see who else is going- add me on facebook ryan collier or find me on this community thing :)

  5. hi im jazz from aussie.
    i just joined up and im planning my trip now, im looking on going on either the 25 day european escapade or the 14 day eurpean highlights around july next year, if anyones done it or is planning on one of them either it would be great to know!!!!

    can add me on facebook, Jasmyn Lomax

    cheers
    x x x

    jazzfromozjazzfromoz posted 7 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  6. Sounds like you have a good bag that can be used in different ways. Why would you want to replace it?

    Nikki

    selling photography 101
    1 dollar ebooks

  7. Ok NOW I’m worried I already bought a bag that can be used as a wheeled upright, a duffel or a backpack.(Size: 32.0” x 15.0” x 15.50” Weight: 10.3 lbs.) My question is, What do I do? do I have to get a new bag or can I use what I have?

  8. hey! anyone else heading off for amsterdam to barcelona on july 2nd? i’m flying solo, first real trip abroad. facebook or email me putitinyourshoe@gmail.com

    wade!wade! posted 12 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  9. Hey!
    anyone going on the winter Italian Espresso tour from 28th nov-5th dec 09? i havent heard anyone doing it yet!

    Default_avatarLaura posted 12 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  10. Hello everyone, Im jade and wanting to know if Anyone is doing the London to Athens plus Greek Island Tour. On the 9th July 09! First OS trip, Travelling solo. Facebook or email jadeflaherty1@hotmail.com

    JadeJade posted 12 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  11. hello is anyone going on the NZ grand explorer on 2nd september 09, email me if you are kgittos@googlemail.com

    Default_avatarKai Gittos posted 13 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  12. anyone doing the european discovery in january 2010?

    Default_avatartorz posted 14 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  13. hi, is there anybody going on Aussie explorer tour for 25 days on 1st noember?
    it would be nice ti chat. see me on facebook ( Stephanie Steinwandter), or steffi-prags@hotmail.com

    steffi-pragssteffi-prags posted 15 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  14. Hi! I’m Nitha from South Africa. Looking for anyone going on the European Contrast on 12 July!

    Default_avatarNitha posted 16 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  15. hey guys anyone going on EUROPEAN INSPIRATION leaving 27th July 09???

    Default_avatarshannae posted 17 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  16. Hi this is Gianluca from Napoli Italy I’m plenning to do Scandinavia Russia on 23rd july to 10th august.
    hope to hear from you cheers, yu can write me at lucas_piazza@ahoo.com or search me on facebook (gianluca piazza).

    Default_avatarLucas posted 19 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  17. Hi
    Just booked the European Highlights 15 Sep 09 trip. Anyone else going on it?

    Default_avatarFrikkie posted 20 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  18. i was planning on doing the europe whirl wind tour for 18 days. was wondering if anyone could tell me approximate cost of entire trip and spending money i will need.

  19. Hey Peeps!

    Im doing the European Experience statinf 20th Aug till 8th Sept and then the Spanish spree from 13th Sept-24th Sept..
    Im also spending a week in Amsterdam between my 2 tours and an extra week in Ibiza after my spanish spree! Then off to Munich for Oktoberfest :)
    Anyone doing any of these tours?
    Lauz

    LauzzaLauzza posted 24 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  20. Hi everyone I plan to explore the European experience but I’m abit worried how was it going to be as im travelling alone.

    Anyone interested or plan a trip in 8th sept for 2weeks..can email me at eileen@whitelatte.com

    most welcome to meet new friends around the globe..;)

    Cheers
    Eileen

    SmurfSmurf posted 26 days ago Flag as Inappropriate
  21. Hey Everyone…. My husben and I will be going on the EUROPEAN PANORAMA tour from August 8th until September 6th. Im looking for anyone else who will also be on this tour..
    Im on Facebook and Myspace.. Look me up :)

  22. Hey, Im from NYC, and Ill be going to the Amsterdam-Barcelona on June 12. I will be spending some extra time in Amsterdam prior to that. Anyone who wants to meet up let me know via facebook.
    kkuliy@yahoo.com
    =)

    KhrystynaNYCKhrystynaNYC posted on Jun. 05, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  23. ILUVDSNY. hey.. I’m going on the Great Britain trip, the beginning of September. Add me on facebook… I would like chatabout the trip and get some advice.

    Jessica_22Jessica_22 posted on Jun. 02, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  24. I’ll be going on the Great Britain trip on June 23rd. Is anyone else going on that same trip? I’ll be flying solo!

    ILUVDSNYILUVDSNY posted on Jun. 01, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  25. hey there people goin on european escapade startin aug 17. also well be going solo so hopefuly to make some friends before tour starts

    Default_avatarscott14 posted on Jun. 01, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  26. Any sister travelling on the 25th june on 18 days European Impressions.Im travelling solo woulnt mind having a open minded party buddy…Would love to here from u!!!!Email me::
    Soula1978@dodo.com.au By the way from Sydney

    Default_avatarExplorer1137588 posted on May. 30, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  27. hey guys!im doing great britian and southern ireland solo aug 13-27 09.add me on facebook if you doing this too!chocoholic_piglet@hotmail.com
    :)

    Default_avatarExplorer1108302 posted on May. 28, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  28. Heya, I’m a Wellington NZ girl planning on doing the European Contrasts trip August 5 – is there any one else flying solo on this one?

    Would be good to hear from anyone else planning on getting involved! I can be found on Face book

    Becs

    BecsBecs posted on May. 24, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  29. Hey! my name is Jessie. I plan on going to Southern Ireland on August 30- September 7th. I plan on traveling solo… is anyone else going on this trip?

    JessieB_22JessieB_22 posted on May. 24, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  30. Hi Al… planning advanced.. anyone going on the euro contrast july 2010… going solo.. just seeing if anyone else is planning to go also.:-D

    Explorer1136436Explorer1136436 posted on May. 22, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  31. I’m going on the European Horizon 21-30 May. First Contiki. Travelling solo. Pre-contiki jitters. But in a good way.

    Default_avatarShagita posted on May. 15, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  32. Hey guys i’m new here. looking to travel around Europe mid next year..

    Default_avatarExplorer1135348 posted on May. 15, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  33. hey guys, im having trouble decided between the european IMRESSIONS, INSPRIRATION, VISTA or PANARAMA tours.. any reviews on any of them? which was better? was the shorter ones just as great as the longer ones?

    Default_avatarAllana11 posted on May. 10, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  34. Hi guys.. I’m newbie here in the community…

    PichaPicha posted on May. 09, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  35. Hey, I am booked for the 32 Camping Trip of Europe, anyone else doing it?! I would love to chat if you are!!!
    Victoria

    Default_avatarVictoria24 posted on May. 08, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  36. hey guys!

    is anyone doing the european experience tour for june 25th 09??

    Default_avatardaniella28 posted on May. 03, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  37. Hi,
    I have booked the Simply Italy tour for May 31st, am I too late to upgrade to a single room?!

    Default_avatarHeather84 posted on Apr. 26, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  38. hi all my name is terrie, im lookin to do the grand southern tour in the united states in december 09, i’ll be going on my own just wonderin if anyone is doin the same. aussie girl brisbane…

    tezzatezza posted on Apr. 22, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  39. Hi! Me and my friend Kylie are doing the 21 day camping tour leaving 3rd June 09, just wondering if anyone else is doing this one? Can email on icklesamuel@hotmail.com!

    Explorer1131999Explorer1131999 posted on Apr. 18, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  40. Hi- Was planning on booking the London to Athens and Greek Island hopping tour….was wandering if anyone has any feedback on their experience! Also, I will be travelling alone so if anyone has also booked the june 3rd tour- Look me up (facebook- nat jeffreys)!!!

    Default_avatarNat posted on Apr. 18, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  41. Hi everyone. 24/F from NZ doing the ultimate european + egypt may 3 – anyone else?? you can find me on Facebook, Renee Liddicoat, Kaitaia NZ.

    Default_avatarnz-girl posted on Apr. 16, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  42. Hey Ya I did notice this, They told me that it was because the first trips of the year in Europe are coming up and for some reason they don’t have them listed. I was told the tech department is looking into it. Also I started my own little group for our trip (Best of Europe May 09) so if thats the one youre lookin for join ours on facebook. Hope this helps.

    MeghanMeghan posted on Apr. 14, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  43. Not sure if I’m missing this but…The USA, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand have a Where you stay in… Section/Link to view where your staying while your tour and Europe does not? I did notice Europe has a Section/Link Hotels and Accommdation but does not work…Anyone know where one can find out this Information or if Contiki is working on it?

    Default_avatarMoose Head posted on Apr. 14, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  44. Hey guys Just wondering if anyone is doing the Best of Europe start in Paris or Amsterdam May 26th?

    MeghanMeghan posted on Apr. 05, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  45. Hi everyone, im doing the european encounter , august the 23rd anybody doing this tour?

    susie_21_aussusie_21_aus posted on Apr. 02, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  46. anyone doing great britain 8day on the 9th july?
    or Aegean classic on the 19th of july?

    Default_avatarwilldelosantos posted on Mar. 29, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  47. hello traveller. i did the winter wanderer dec/jan09 and was unreal.. 2 days in most places and plenty of free time. took in all of the main sites and had unreal manager/driver. highly reccommended

    Default_avatarMackey posted on Mar. 29, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  48. hey,

    going on the european contrasts tour august 29, anyone else?

    anyone that has previously done this tour – do we need sleeping bags? i know it says we do but we stay in hostels and the contiki villages – where do we need the sleeping bag?

    Steph

    Default_avatarSteph posted on Mar. 28, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  49. Hi everyone. Want to go on a trip in December. Looking at European Magic, European Discovery, The London/Paris tour with Amsterdam extension or the Mediterranean highlights. Really don’t know which tour is good. Can anyone give me some suggestions on travelling during the winter in Europe and the different tours during the winter? Thank you.

    Default_avatarTraveler posted on Mar. 27, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  50. Anyone looking @ doing the Russia & the Baltic on June 4th?!? Let me know

    RyanRyan posted on Mar. 27, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  51. Hi all!! Anyone doing the Ultimate European leaving 26th July 09? Add me on facebook – Shelley Kranz!!

    ShellawollyShellawolly posted on Mar. 25, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  52. Hey there, is anyone going on the Escapade Tour departing on the 14th of June?

    Default_avatarEmmaRICH posted on Mar. 19, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  53. Hey there, is anyone going on the Escapade Tour departing on the 14th of June?

    Default_avatarEmmaRICH posted on Mar. 19, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  54. MAY 17th EUROPEAN ESCAPADE!!!
    holler if you’re doing that tour too :)

    Chicago SchumacherChicago Schumacher posted on Mar. 18, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  55. anyone doing the 12day european horizon starting July 2, 09? i can’t wait!

    Default_avatarExplorer1128248 posted on Mar. 18, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  56. Hi everyone, I’m doing the Egypt tour starting on May 8th, 2009… is anyone else going on this? If so hit me up makeupbyangie@att.blackberry.net

    MakeupByAngieMakeupByAngie posted on Mar. 17, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  57. hey guys got a crew of 5 from the goldie doing the european escapade leaving on the 14th may cant wait good times a head hit us up if anyone is on it.

    Explorer1127895Explorer1127895 posted on Mar. 15, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  58. Can anyone recommend which Europe tour is the best?!?

    RyanRyan posted on Mar. 14, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  59. Hey all is anyone going on the European adventurer Starting on the 24th of July? its the Concept tour.. i can not wait! =)

    Default_avatarExplorer1122828 posted on Mar. 11, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  60. I’ll be flying from Los Angeles, California. Hopefully i can find someone to travel with.

    Default_avatarExplorer1127576 posted on Mar. 10, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  61. I planning to take one of the euro trip after April 15th. Still looking and planning to see which i tour i wanna take. Anyone have any good suggestions? I’ll be going solo if you’re going solo also, hit me up. I am very flexible on the dates after April 15th. You can write me at flyingpanda13@yahoo.com or search me on facebook.

    Default_avatarExplorer1127576 posted on Mar. 10, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  62. bahaha selp_88@hotmail.com that might help

    EuroStephEuroSteph posted on Mar. 04, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  63. Mate and I are going on the Winter European Inspiration tour 14th Dec – 1st Jan. Both chicks from Queensland Australia. Chuck us an email if your going on the same tour. Can’t access the forums grr keeps asking me to sign in when i already am. oh well EXCITED

    EuroStephEuroSteph posted on Mar. 04, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  64. Hey! Im Hailey and a Kiwi, i am going on the 21 day Europe Camping tour departing on the 22nd of April. Currently living in London. Would be great to chat to anyone else who is goin on this tour!
    Cheers!
    xx

    Kiwi-HazzaKiwi-Hazza posted on Feb. 27, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  65. Hey Everyone! :) My friend and I are going on the Road to Athens trip May 2~ May 19th 2009! Let me know if anyone is going?

    Default_avatar~LINDSEY~ posted on Feb. 27, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  66. hey guys…going solo on the european 32 day camping trip on the 30th june…would love to meet ppl in the same boat…lemme know :)

    RinaRina posted on Feb. 27, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  67. Hello everyone I am going solo for South Australia on the European Experience trip on the 28th of May and was just wondering how many other people are doing the same trip? amitchell83@live.com.au

    Default_avatarExplorer1124299 posted on Feb. 17, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  68. Hello everyone i am going solo for South Australia on the European Experience trip on the 28th of May and was just woundering how many other people are doing the same trip? amitchell83@live.com.au

    Default_avatarExplorer1124299 posted on Feb. 17, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  69. Hello everyone i am going solo for South Australia on the European Experience trip on the 28th of May and was just woundering how many other people are doing the same trip? amitchell83@live.com.au

    Default_avatarExplorer1124299 posted on Feb. 17, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  70. Hii Everyone! My name is Ashlee and I am 18 from South Australia! I haven’t seen many posts about the European Hightlights tour, but this is the one that I will be doing, departing the 27th of June! Hit me up if you’re going on this one too, I’d love to find out who else I’ll be meeting! :)

    Default_avatarExplorer1123082 posted on Jan. 26, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  71. Hi Marie! yep, i know of a few ppl doing Contrasts on 24 June 09 – check out the trip forums page, there is a topic on there for our tour :) I can’t wait!!

    Default_avatarLittle Miss Kate posted on Jan. 24, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  72. Hi everyone, anyone else going to be on the European contrast starting May 11,09? 3 of us girls from Sydney are going and can’t wait.

    MaggieMaggie posted on Jan. 23, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  73. Hi Everyone so far 3 of us are doin the europe spirit starting july 1 from paris : )

    Default_avatarExplorer1122490 posted on Jan. 20, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  74. Hello! i’m going on the ultimate european + Eygpt tour on the 14th June by myself…anyone else coming? any advise for me? So excited!!!! Sarah (Aussie chick from Perth!)

    Default_avatarExplorer1119791 posted on Jan. 19, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  75. Can anyone advise me when the best time to go on the Hawaii trip is? When it’s at it’s hottest preferably!

    Default_avatarExplorer1121964 posted on Jan. 15, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  76. Going on another contiki…I’m addicted!!!

    Explorer1108262Explorer1108262 posted on Jan. 14, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  77. hey all ! Is anybody doing the European encounter starting the 9th August 09 would b gr8t 2 hear from u ! I cant wait 2 go (”,)

    coyote-chickcoyote-chick posted on Jan. 11, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate
  78. Hey!! Im booked to go on the Ultimate European + Greek Island Tour departing on the 19th April! Would love to hear from any peeps that are doing the same tour!! Cheers sez

    SezSez posted on Dec. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  79. Hi!! I’m going on the European Contrast tour starting on the 24th June 2009. I’m wondering who else is going on this tour??

    Default_avatarMarie posted on Dec. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  80. hey im on the European Inspiration on the 26th Jan 09 is anybody else going?? :)

    Default_avatarExplorer1119229 posted on Dec. 14, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  81. hey all ! Is anybody doin the european encounter starting the 6th September 09 would b gr8t 2 hear from u ! I cant wait 2 go

    hefhef posted on Dec. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  82. hey guys.. im doing the ultimate eurpean trip including egypt on my own wondering if anyone else was doing the same trip which starts 23rd august.. cheere

    lizzy86lizzy86 posted on Dec. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  83. Hello Contiki peeps, I’m 18 and going on the European Vista on the 6th of June 2009. Would be nice to know some other people going on that tour so please give me a buzz

    Nik.Dik.Nik.Dik. posted on Dec. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  84. hi all have just booked my contiki trip 16 day european encounter starting may 17th 2009 anyone else going or have any advice :)

    kiwikiwi posted on Nov. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  85. I want to go to the London to Athens tour thing for 21 days in April…but so I cant find anyone else to go with:(

    Default_avatarTina! posted on Nov. 19, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  86. hey ya’ll, i’ve booked my tour for 15 days around Great Britian and Southern Ireland, i am going alone and want to know if anyone else my be on my tour. the tour starts from london around the 5th i think. (i’m an aussie chick from QLD!)

    Default_avatarHanna00BEAR posted on Nov. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  87. Ive just booked the European Experience next year july 26th. Is anyone else thinking of doing that tour??

    Default_avatarnicole05 posted on Nov. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  88. hey fellow travellors, anyone got advice for italy. also anyone going on simply italy tour departing 23 november?

    Default_avatarExplorer1116678 posted on Nov. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  89. hi, Just wondering if anyone is planning to do any of the Vietnam Tours next year.

    Default_avatarmichelle80 posted on Nov. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  90. this may sound odd but does ALL of europe operate on the Euro currency? or are there places that that have their own currency still?

    NikkiLaNikkiLa posted on Nov. 01, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  91. Heya ive recently moved over to the UK from New Zealand and am looking at doing the European Magic Tour on the 3rd Jan 09, im doing this tour on my own, just wondering if there is anyone else leaving on the same date??

    Default_avatarExplorer1113985 posted on Oct. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  92. Anybody doing La to the Bay 5th November 08? Be great to hear from you!

    Default_avatarizzle_snizzle posted on Sep. 20, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  93. Hey my cousin and I and leaving for the European Vista November 6th. Just wondering who else is going??

  94. hi my name is emma..
    i just turned 18 and im going on the Simply Italy tour on the 21st of september. im going by myself so i was wondering if anyone else will going on this tour as well??

    Default_avatarExplorer1094932 posted on Sep. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  95. Hello world

    jolinarodriguezjolinarodriguez posted on Sep. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  96. Hey I’m going on the European Horizon 10 day tour starting on 11 September, this is my first contiki tour and am going it alone so if there is anyone else going would be good to chat x

    Default_avatarExplorer1106502 posted on Sep. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  97. Kristy,

    Checkout → http://connect.contiki.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/103105522/m/139107653 → there are a few of us so far on the same trip :)

    Default_avatarMem posted on Aug. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  98. Hey,

    Ive just booked my European Experience tour for the 1st September… Anyone on that tour??? Would be great to chat!!!

    Default_avatarKristy posted on Aug. 25, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  99. O and I leave on September 2nd a couple days before the September 6th tour!! if anyone is on my tour let me know please :)

    DannyC7DannyC7 posted on Aug. 19, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  100. Hey!! I just turned 18 and going on my first trip over sea’s WOOHOO! im going on the EURPEAN HIGHLIGHTS tour…just wondering how the trip is and if thers anything i should know? befor i go.

    DannyC7DannyC7 posted on Aug. 19, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  101. Hi I am doing the European whirl on the 7th sept i get into London on the 5th going to see the sights of london first aswell

    Default_avatarJen Jen posted on Aug. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  102. slmdixon – If you’re out and about in Europe, you’ll be doing a bit of walking and while it’s not impossible to have your leg in a brace and have a good time, it’s probably not ideal in terms of mobility as well as in terms of recovery….I’d certainly look at pushing your trip out. You’re friend should also probably talk to a doctor about traveling with their injury too.

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Aug. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  103. Hello! I have decided last minute that I want a trip to Europe, I went to the travel agents today and as it is Sunday Contiki office is closed! Am hoping to go on the Europe Highlights leaving on the 15th Aug travelling on my own, anybody else going on this date?!

    Default_avatarLeah1984 posted on Aug. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  104. We are leaving in two weeks for contiki (European Impressions Aug 28) my friend has just fractured her knee and is in a brace. Should our trip be pushed out??

    Default_avatarslmdixon posted on Aug. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  105. Hey is anyone doing the European Escapade that starts Aug. 16th? I’m going to London a couple of days early if anyone wants to meet up.

    Default_avatarExplorer1107110 posted on Aug. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  106. anybody doin european experience august 21st?

    Default_avatarExplorer1109246 posted on Aug. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  107. hello, Me and my husband is looking for someone to tell us how was bali we are planing to go from the 2nd dec 08 just for a week, or if someone went to europe please let me know how was that … something not expensive

    Default_avatarExplorer1106939 posted on Aug. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  108. Me and two of my mates(friends) are going to the barli resort in december/January. We 20 years old,any others going to be there that age?.

    SilbermanSilberman posted on Aug. 03, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  109. hey anyone else thinking of going solo to bali resort??

    mAnDimAnDi posted on Aug. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  110. Hi, I am going on the Simply Italy tour on Sunday 10th August. Anyone else going?

    Default_avatarSusie posted on Jul. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  111. I am going on the European Magic tour August 22nd…anyone else out there going on this trip? This is my first solo trip, so I’m a little intimidated, but very excited!!

    Explorer1108262Explorer1108262 posted on Jul. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  112. is anyone staying at Bali Contiki Resort dec 2nd? for a week

    CourtzCourtz posted on Jul. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  113. hey iam going on the europen whirl in sept 7th. doing the london thing first on the 4th anybody else???

    Default_avatarNAy NAy posted on Jul. 19, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  114. ANYONE GOING TO AMSTERDAM TO BARCELONE AUGEST 28TH DEPARTURE DATE!!

    Default_avatarExplorer1107314 posted on Jul. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  115. are you sure it isnt the 14th? cause i leave from california to canada then to london and get there on the 13th then i start my tour on the 14th…

    ☮Cassie☮☮Cassie☮ posted on Jul. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  116. so does that mean your leaving the U.S. on the 12th or does your tour start then? i didnt think there was a 32 day camping leaving then…..anyway im on the 32 day tour leaving on tuesday the 15th

    ChrisChris posted on Jul. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  117. Another question, do i need a visa???

    ☮Cassie☮☮Cassie☮ posted on Jul. 09, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  118. Hi Chris, well i leave this Saturday, July 12th. When do you leave?

    ☮Cassie☮☮Cassie☮ posted on Jul. 09, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  119. Cassie, im also 18 and doing the 32 day camping tour with some friends. What date does your tour start?

    ChrisChris posted on Jul. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  120. Hi,
    My name is Cassie, and I am 18 years old. I will be on the 32 day camping trip in Europe and I was just wondering if anyone else is?

    ☮Cassie☮☮Cassie☮ posted on Jul. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  121. Hi! I’m going on the Ultimate European – Egypt tour on the third week of July. The itinerary says “visit the Egyptian Museum and Bazaar” as part of the included highlights. Is the entrance to the museum part of it? If not, how much does it cost?

    Thanks!

    CharliCharli posted on Jun. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  122. Yup, anytime the word ‘visit’ is in the itinerary, it means the entry cost (if there is one) is included…..the Egyptian Museum is pretty unbelievable and probably brings home how advanced the Egyptians were more so than the Pyradmids. It’s a (very small) extra cost if you want to see some of the ‘famous’ mummies like Ramses II but I think it’s worth it to lay eyes on such an famous and influential person, well, what’s left of them after 3000 years anyway. :p

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Jun. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  123. hey all,

    ill be on the 1st july from london for 16 days days around europ just wondering if anybody wil be on this trip.

    thanks

    Default_avatarExplorer1104408 posted on Jun. 24, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  124. Hi!
    My name is Larissa. I will be touring the Spanish Spree on July 12th. My plane gets in early July 13th in Barcelona. If anyone is going on this trip, want to share a taxi?

    Default_avatarExplorer1104134 posted on Jun. 22, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  125. I was looking at the Bali resort. Has anyone ever stayed there and how was it? I’m not to big on the laying out in the sun in a bathing suit in public but it looks so beautiful in the pics. Can anyone tell me what its like or suggest something else that might be interesting that is not very high in price?

    Default_avatarExplorer1104098 posted on Jun. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  126. Hello there,
    Im doing the road to athens tour !!!!!
    it starts on the 17 july an finishs up on the 31.
    15 days in total
    hope to hear from you cheers andy

    Default_avatarExplorer1102839 posted on Jun. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  127. Its fully airconditioned and cleaner regularly.Aviod buying any drinks on the train as it is severly overpriced.

    Praha335CiPraha335Ci posted on Jun. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  128. With regards to the overnight train in Egypt, it is the First Class cabin sleeper train that is used. Once the sleeper bunks are erected its quite cramped and hence its important to carry a small suitcase or a backpack.

    There is a small sink in the compartment but the toilets are a unisex communal-non water type. Would avoid the food provided as its not that safe to consume on the train. Its probably best to bring some energy bars from home.
    Also some really strong whiskey /alcohol for the trip will actually help out as it will act as a tranquiliser. It can get rocky initially but once you get used to it is actually very pleasant and feels like a massaging bed.

    Praha335CiPraha335Ci posted on Jun. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  129. hi ‘m considering the egypt trip but concerned with the overnight train sleeping conditions can you advise on how unconfortable this is and if its air conditioned?

    Default_avatarExplorer1101912 posted on Jun. 01, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  130. Yes, you can skip the guided tours, no worries at all. Although most people take advantage of all the included tours it’s certainly not uncommon for one or two people to sometimes sleep in and skip out some included sightseeing.

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on May. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  131. If you get up late and miss the bus, can you basically do whatever you want and skip out on the guided tours? Or pick and choose which ones you do?

    Default_avatarExplorer1099018 posted on May. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  132. Drinking water in Europe?....In most places it’s very safe to drink it out of the tap, in places where it’s not recommended though (Spain, Sth Italy, Greece, etc) it’s very inexpensive. Your Tour Manager will be able to help you out more once you’re on tour. For example, Rome is great as you can drink the water coming out of the fountains in the city…very cool.

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Apr. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  133. by there I mean Europe! haha

    Default_avatarExplorer1098129 posted on Apr. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  134. What is deal with water up there? I drink tons of it. I heard it was expensive. Do they have water fountains, etc?

    Default_avatarExplorer1098129 posted on Apr. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  135. It’s most certainly not too late…you can book right up until the day before the tour starts if you like….the only concern there would be availability of seat on the tour as tour spots sell out, call Contiki or talk to your travel agent to see what’s available – you’re not too late to book at all though.

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Apr. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  136. Hi. I’m thinking of booking a tour or two with Contiki. One tour is the Simply Italy tour. I was just wondering how far in advance should someone book a tour? Is it too late for me to book a tour that is at the end of May or early June 2008? Thank you.

    Default_avatarKat posted on Apr. 17, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  137. Photos….log into your profile and under you profile name it will say ‘upload photos’ – click on it and away you go….Bali…log onto our forums (under the ‘community’ section and have your say in the Bali forum about a third of the way down the page….

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Mar. 31, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  138. how do i upload my own photo’s? and thoughts on my visit to Bali Contiki? I can’t find were i can do it?

    Default_avatarChloe Rose posted on Mar. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  139. Hi,

    My name is Matt and I work for Contiki’s global web team in the US.

    I just read you comment on our site and I’m not too sure why you can’t get through on the number on the site..I’ve just called it from here and 020 8290 6422 works fine…..in lieu of that also try 020 8290 6777 and ask for reservations or contact the Contiki Basement on 020 7637 0802 …. All of which also work because I’ve just dialed them from here as well.

    Are you calling from within the UK? If you’re outside the UK then you may need to use the UK country code as well as dropping the first 0 off the number.

    I would also be curious to know who informed you that someone would contact you – did you book through a travel agent? Contiki directly? How did you book? Who ever you talked to book your tour would be the first port of call or me I I were in your situation.

    Booking your tour only 3 days before it starts may have something to do with this too.

    Don’t hesitate in contacting me if you think you may need more help.

    Cheers

    Matt

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Mar. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  140. Yesterday I applied for the European Experience tour starting on Monday, I was informed someone would contact me. No one has done. The UK phone number advertised on this site (020 8290 6422) doesn’t exist.

    I guess this means it’s impossible to get on the tour? Is Contiki going into meltdown?

    Default_avatarExplorer1094216 posted on Mar. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  141. No this is not true…couples – not just married couples – (sometimes) share with another couple. Some of the accom is twin, some quad…check the info on ‘who you share with’ for more specific info on who you share with and where you stay…

    mattyvcontikimattyvcontiki posted on Mar. 24, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate
  142. My husband and I are looking into touring the European Horizon in May, I read that at special stopovers men and women are in separate sleeping quarters, is this true for married couples?

    Default_avatarFred & Ester posted on Mar. 24, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate