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1. • Discussion Type
   • discussion topicAre hostels only for "youngsters?"
   • One of the many great things about hostels is that they're suitable for nearly everyone.People from all walks of life and every corner of the world stay in hostels. Unfortunately, people are...
   • Category Hostels 101
   • Started by european
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   • Last comment by european
   • Last Active Feb 19th 2008
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   • discussion topicWhat's A Hostel?
   • Originally, the term hostel meant a "country inn for youngsters," in German. Today hostels provide affordable and safe accomodation for travelers of all ages worldwide. Many hostel...
   • Category Hostels 101
   • Started by european
   • Comments 1
   • Last comment by european
   • Last Active Feb 19th 2008
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   • discussion topicHotels or Hostels???
   • Greetings,Ok, so I am planing on coming to Europe to visit a friend in Paris. The two of us are looking to travel around a bit while I am there.I am on a limited budget and am trying to gue...
   • Category Budget Tools - Tips and Resources
   • Started by tbonemain
   • Comments 4
   • Last comment by dedelikonak
   • Last Active Feb 19th 2008
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   • discussion topic7 Days In Italy???
   • I just booked a flight to Rome (Fiumicino) for late March and will be there for a week. I'm planning on going to the forum, vatican, and the other "big" sites, but if anyone has t...
   • Category Destinations
   • Started by thorjunior
   • Comments 5
   • Last comment by trm4
   • Last Active Feb 7th 2008
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   • discussion topicWhat are "sticky" and "closed" discussions?
   • Topics that are labeled as "sticky" are those that have received the highest number of views and responses by EuropeanHostels users. Topics labeled "closed" are those th...
   • Category Forums Help and FAQ
   • Started by european
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   • Last comment by european
   • Last Active Feb 7th 2008
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   • discussion topicHow can I change my member profile?
   • Want to update your member photo? xxx prob. Under the "my account" tab just click "edit" and you can update your email address, upload member photos and switch your pas...
   • Category Forums Help and FAQ
   • Started by european
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   • discussion topicDo I need to register?
   • You do not need to register to use the EuropeanHostels Forums and browse through all the discussions. Registration is required only to respond to Forum discussions, start new discussions an...
   • Category Forums Help and FAQ
   • Started by european
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   • Last Active Feb 7th 2008
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   • discussion topicWhat are social bookmarks?
   • Social bookmarks let EuropeanHostels users share interesting forum posts and discussions with people outside of the EuropeanHostels community. By clicking on any of the social bookmark icon...
   • Category Forums Help and FAQ
   • Started by european
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   • Last Active Feb 7th 2008
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   • discussion topicHow can I stay updated about new responses to discussions?
   • There are plenty of ways to stay up to date on discussions you're interested in so you never miss a beat. While we encourage everyone to browse through categories and view the most recent t...
   • Category Forums Help and FAQ
   • Started by european
   • Comments 1
   • Last comment by european
   • Last Active Feb 7th 2008
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    • discussion topicDoes anyone buy eurail passes anymore?
    • Just curious -- I was thinking about getting a eurail pass to travel from Paris to Florence, and then to Rome, and then to Nice and then back to Paris. I just don't know if I should get the ...
    • Category Transportation Chatter
    • Started by tommyboy
    • Comments 9
    • Last comment by gabevictor
    • Last Active Jan 10th 2008
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    • discussion topicWhat shows should I see in London?
    • It depends on what you're into. My recommendations are the Portrait Gallery, changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, and if you can swing the cash - take a ride on the London Eye. Oh, ...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by
    • Comments 3
    • Last comment by tommyboy
    • Last Active Jan 3rd 2008
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    • discussion topicGreek Islands?
    • So I'm going to be in Greece for two weeks and I want to hit up several islands. I've heard great things about Santorini and Corfu, but I feel like it'll be hard to get to both. Any other is...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by hannabanana
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by joeanderson
    • Last Active Dec 21st 2007
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    • discussion topicWine Harvestion
    • I keep hearing about wine harvest trips. Has anyone done that? Do you get to make the wine or just harvest grapes?
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by GUM
    • Comments 4
    • Last comment by PChinMax
    • Last Active Dec 20th 2007
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    • discussion topicParis in the winter??
    • What can you do when it's cold in Paris? What I'm trying to say is, is it worth a trip in December/Jan/Feb?
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by desmond
    • Comments 8
    • Last comment by PChinMax
    • Last Active Dec 20th 2007
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    • discussion topicDrinking age in Spain?
    • Is there a minamum drinking age in spain? I'm going with some friends in march to madrid and barcelona and didnt think there was a min drinking age, but wasnt sure. Anybody know?
    • Category Budget Tools - Tips and Resources
    • Started by matt
    • Comments 6
    • Last comment by trm4
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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    • discussion topicFlorence sports bars
    • Are there any sports bars in Florence? I'm meeting buddies around New Year's and can't miss the Rose Bowl (I know lame). Thanks.
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by markcotter
    • Comments 3
    • Last comment by tommyboy
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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    • discussion topictransportation, Amsterdam, Scotland, Ireland, airlines
    • xxxo, We're planning a trip for March only making sure to hit Dublin for St Paddy's. We want to go to Amsterdam for 2 days, travel Scotland and Ireland for 6 days each. Can anyone suggest an...
    • Category Transportation Chatter
    • Started by Larrea
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by desmond
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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    • discussion topicItaly transportation
    • Please advise on the most cost effective method of transportation from Rome, Italy to the port of Civitavecchia, Italy to catch our cruise ship. Also, any info on the Costa Concordia cruise ...
    • Category Transportation Chatter
    • Started by mariaL
    • Comments 3
    • Last comment by Shelly
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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    • discussion topicFeria de Abril (April Fair) - Seville
    • Can anyone tell me when the Feria de Abril and Semana Santa (easter week) will be in 2008? We are currently trying to plan a trip and aren't yet sure if we'd like to experience the festival ...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by Larrea
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by pepe
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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20. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicNightlife in athens
    • me and my buddies want to stop in athens, but we're not really too sure how long we should stay for. We want to see all the ruins and stuff, but is there a lot to do other than that? I'm mos...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by stu4life
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by tommyboy
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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    • discussion topicNew Year's Eve in Paris
    • I am planing to go to Paris at new year's eve. How is the weather in winter? Is it a proper time to visit the sightseeings of Paris, walk in the streets of Monmarte and Marais and also some ...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by mariaL
    • Comments 1
    • Last comment by mariaL
    • Last Active Dec 19th 2007
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22. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicJuans-les-Pins
    • Are the beaches good in Juans-les-Pins? And, what's the nightlife like? I've heard it can be cheesy, but then someone else told me it's really fun.
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by holmes
    • Comments 4
    • Last comment by Sam
    • Last Active Dec 13th 2007
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23. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicCinque Terre
    • Anyone know good websites for finding booking restaurants in Cinque Terre? I've tried http://www.yahoo.com/travel and others but no luck.
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by chadm
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by Sam
    • Last Active Dec 13th 2007
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24. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicGlasgow airport to Queen Street
    • How quickly can one get from Glasgow airport to Queen Street station?We're flying in from Dublin early on Dec. 28, arriving at 7:25. Is it feasible to catch a 8:45 train to Perth?How long sh...
    • Category Transportation Chatter
    • Started by iburra
    • Comments 1
    • Last comment by iburra
    • Last Active Dec 13th 2007
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    • discussion topicParty in Madrid? Waht about nighlife?
    • I'm planning to have a short visit trip to Spain, I'd like to know where is the best area to have a drink and meet people. I'm willing to stay close to the center of the city, any good spot ...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by Larrea
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by pepe
    • Last Active Dec 13th 2007
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26. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicBull Fights
    • I'm going to be in Valencia with a friend this spring and she really wants to go to a bull fight, but I'm not sure. Anyone been to one? Are they okay or are the animal activist people right?...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by european
    • Comments 3
    • Last comment by Larrea
    • Last Active Dec 5th 2007
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27. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicBest neighborhood for shopping in Barcelona?
    • Anyone know the best neighborhood in Barcelona for buying clothes / shoes? Is Las Ramblas too touristy or are there good shops there? Any ideas?
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by karltke
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by iburra
    • Last Active Dec 5th 2007
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28. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicRealistic budget for Paris and London?
    • What's a realistic daily budget for Paris and London (not including hotels)? Is London really that much more expensive than Paris???
    • Category Budget Tools - Tips and Resources
    • Started by hotpantz
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by Thor
    • Last Active Nov 20th 2007
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29. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicBarcelona hostels
    • What's the best hostel to stay at in Barcelona for under $25 a nite? I don't really care if it has anything other than a bed and a place where I can lock my stuff -- and ideally within walk...
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by keithmo
    • Comments 1
    • Last comment by keithmo
    • Last Active Nov 14th 2007
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30. • Discussion Type
    • discussion topicCities in Corsica or Sardenia?
    • Is there much of a difference between Corsica and Sardenia? I want to go to one of them in the spring but they kind of sound the same.
    • Category Destinations
    • Started by loveschnut
    • Comments 2
    • Last comment by gabevictor
    • Last Active Nov 8th 2007
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2. • Category Hostels 101
   • Category description Have questions about what it's like to stay in a hostel? Thinking about staying in a 24 person dorm-style room, but wondering if you'll be able to actually sleep? Come on in and visit the Hostels 101 Forum to compare notes with other travelers, learn insider tips on what to look for and what to stay away from!
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   • Category description Trying to figure out how to save money for your next trip or ways to overcome jet lag? Check out the Tools, Tips and Resources Forums to share experiences, advice and help others plan their European travels.
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4. • Category Destinations
   • Category description From the best of Paris, London and Rome to the undiscovered gems of Eastern Europe, the Destinations Forums covers it all. Come on in and have a look around!
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   • Category description Don't know your Ryanair from your Wizzair? Can't decide between a Eurail pass or renting a car? Come chat with us and get the scoop.
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