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Cairngorms National Park

195.229.241.176 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:17:25 GMT

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-	There are plenty of guest houses, self-catering cottages and hotels throughout the park as well as a couple of Caravan & Camping parks.	+	There are plenty of guest houses, self-catering cottages and hotels throughout the park as well as a couple of Caravan & Camping parks. Why not chek the main Cainrgorms National Park site www.Cairngorms-Park.com

	The Cross at Kingussie www.thecross.co.uk		The Cross at Kingussie www.thecross.co.uk

Mae Sot

118.172.148.195 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:05:54 GMT

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	* '''Y2K''' A local Thai night club. Entrance is 70 baht, with a free small Leo beer. The interior is "table style" where everyone has their own group and table (few dance outside of their own table). On Friday and Saturday nights host a large number of ladyboys with live music.		* '''Y2K''' A local Thai night club. Entrance is 70 baht, with a free small Leo beer. The interior is "table style" where everyone has their own group and table (few dance outside of their own table). On Friday and Saturday nights host a large number of ladyboys with live music.
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-	* '''Auntie's Coffee Shop''' [http://auntiescoffeemaesot.shutterfly.com] 489 Intharakiree Road, Mae Sot, 63110 is a popular place with both Thais and foreigners - on the right before Wat Chumpon. Specialties include coffee from Vietnam Coffee and fruit smoothies. Free wifi and little souvenirs for sale. Antie also has a homestay place north of Mae Sot on the way to Mae Sariang. http//auntiescoffeemaesot.shutterfly.com

	* '''Sweet Harmony Coffee Shop and Bakery''' 2/3 Sripanich Road, Mae Sot, 055-544810 or 0819711731. Pleasant atmostphere in a bustling down town location with good snacks and drinks.		* '''Sweet Harmony Coffee Shop and Bakery''' 2/3 Sripanich Road, Mae Sot, 055-544810 or 0819711731. Pleasant atmostphere in a bustling down town location with good snacks and drinks.

Shangrila

116.248.179.200 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:03:59 GMT

added listing N's kitchen

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	*<eat name="Soyala Tibetan Diner & Bar" alt="" address="Cangfang St 1" directions="in old town, next to the white stupa" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Burgers, patties and dumplings are made with free range 100% organic Yak meat and burger buns are prepared daily. The restaurant staff are former residents from the Children Charity Tendol Gyalzur in both Shangrila/Gyalthang and Duilong/Lhasa.</eat>		*<eat name="Soyala Tibetan Diner & Bar" alt="" address="Cangfang St 1" directions="in old town, next to the white stupa" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Burgers, patties and dumplings are made with free range 100% organic Yak meat and burger buns are prepared daily. The restaurant staff are former residents from the Children Charity Tendol Gyalzur in both Shangrila/Gyalthang and Duilong/Lhasa.</eat>
		+	*<eat name="N's kitchen " alt="" address="old town,5 meters to main squre" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="18rmb-60rmb" lat="" long="">Bread served by french bakeer,Good quality western food,nice breakfast menu,cozy place with sunshine design.Best yak burger in town.</eat>
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Nusa Lembongan

Ikan Kekek — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:03:57 GMT

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	*<eat name="Juice Bar & Coffee Corner" alt="" address="Jungut Batu" directions="southern side of the the main road" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">The place centers around cheap but good breakfast foods and snacks during the day. It stands out as a place to get away from resort all you can eat buffets and enjoy traditional Indonesian foods with some western favorites. Everything is made fresh on site and sourced locally in Indonesia. </eat>		*<eat name="Juice Bar & Coffee Corner" alt="" address="Jungut Batu" directions="southern side of the the main road" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">The place centers around cheap but good breakfast foods and snacks during the day. It stands out as a place to get away from resort all you can eat buffets and enjoy traditional Indonesian foods with some western favorites. Everything is made fresh on site and sourced locally in Indonesia. </eat>
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	* <sleep name="Nusa Lembongan Resort" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 361 725864" url="http://www.nusalembonganresort.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="Garden view villa from US$235 and ocean view villa from US$300, American breakfast included" lat="" long="" email="info-nlr@nusalembonganresort.com">This 12 cottage hotel has been around for a while, and it has definitely seen ''far'' better days. The location is superb though right on the western headland of Mushroom Bay. 7 of the cottages have clear ocean views, as does the bar and restaurant.</sleep>		* <sleep name="Nusa Lembongan Resort" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 361 725864" url="http://www.nusalembonganresort.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="Garden view villa from US$235 and ocean view villa from US$300, American breakfast included" lat="" long="" email="info-nlr@nusalembonganresort.com">This 12 cottage hotel has been around for a while, and it has definitely seen ''far'' better days. The location is superb though right on the western headland of Mushroom Bay. 7 of the cottages have clear ocean views, as does the bar and restaurant.</sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Mushroom Garden Villas" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 366 5596406, +62 819 16320356" url="http://www.mushroomgardenvilla.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="500.000/r/n ~~included~~ breakfast" lat="" long="" email="sales@mushroomgardenvilla.com">~~one~~ bedroom villa with AC ~~only 500~~.~~000/r/n included breakfast~~</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Mushroom Garden Villas" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 366 5596406, +62 819 16320356" url="http://www.mushroomgardenvilla.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="500.000/r/n including breakfast" lat="" long="" email="sales@mushroomgardenvilla.com">One-bedroom villa with AC.</sleep>
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	* <sleep name="Waka Nusa Resort" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 361 484 085" url="http://wakanusa.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="From US$127, breakfast included" lat="" long="" email="info@wakanusa.com" fax="">A small resort from the boutique hotel group Waka, located right on the beach at Mushroom Bay. The resort consists of 10 grass-roofed bungalows, restaurant and a pool. Good A/C. No TV or telephones in the rooms. Free (slow) WiFi in the public area. Well-designed, breezy individual cottages.</sleep>		* <sleep name="Waka Nusa Resort" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 361 484 085" url="http://wakanusa.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="From US$127, breakfast included" lat="" long="" email="info@wakanusa.com" fax="">A small resort from the boutique hotel group Waka, located right on the beach at Mushroom Bay. The resort consists of 10 grass-roofed bungalows, restaurant and a pool. Good A/C. No TV or telephones in the rooms. Free (slow) WiFi in the public area. Well-designed, breezy individual cottages.</sleep>

Mae Sot

118.172.148.195 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:01:39 GMT

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	* '''The Porn Thep Hotel''' is by, comparison to all other similarly priced accomodation, sub-standard; with musty rooms, broken TVs and torn curtains.		* '''The Porn Thep Hotel''' is by, comparison to all other similarly priced accomodation, sub-standard; with musty rooms, broken TVs and torn curtains.
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-	* '''Auntie's Coffee Shop''' [http://auntiescoffeemaesot.shutterfly.com] 489 Intharakiree Road, Mae Sot, 63110 The guesthouse has 4 rooms, all modern furnished and very comfortable. There are 2 shared bathrooms and two toilets, with hot shower available. Guests can spend their time in a funky lounge or in the garden. Free wi-fi and breakfast are included in the price, with free coffee and tea available all day long, as well as free bike rental to explore the town. Staff is friendly and very helpful. 400 Baht for a double fan room. http//auntiescoffeemaesot.shutterfly.com

	== Get out ==		== Get out ==

Bukit Kayu Hitam

Ikan Kekek — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:56:40 GMT

Listings for pawnbrokers are not on-topic for a travel guide, any more than listings for bricklayers would be. This is not an exhaustive listing of shops.

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-	==Money shortage==
-	If travelers are short of money for some emergency matter, there is a Licensed [[Pawnbroker]], namely PAJAK GADAI BONUS SDN BHD, located at [[Changlun]]. Pledge your valuable gold accessories for instant cash in the only licensed pawnbroker in Thai Border.
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-	There are a couple of Licensed Money Changers located at [[Changlun]].

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Shangrila

116.248.179.200 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:51:09 GMT

updated listing N's Kitchen&Lodge

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	* <sleep name="Shangri-la Traveller Club (HI Affillited)" alt="" address="98 Heping Road" directions="" phone="+86 887 8228671, 6878210" email="qiuzhang13@163.com" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorm beds cost ¥20 (¥15 for HI members)">Great youth hostel with clean and comfortable dorms and rooms with electric blankets. Good hot showers and decent toilets. The best part is the bar/restaurant/common room with a wood fired-stove. The staff are friendly, even if a little eccentric! Good travel advice and information (January 2008).</sleep>		* <sleep name="Shangri-la Traveller Club (HI Affillited)" alt="" address="98 Heping Road" directions="" phone="+86 887 8228671, 6878210" email="qiuzhang13@163.com" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorm beds cost ¥20 (¥15 for HI members)">Great youth hostel with clean and comfortable dorms and rooms with electric blankets. Good hot showers and decent toilets. The best part is the bar/restaurant/common room with a wood fired-stove. The staff are friendly, even if a little eccentric! Good travel advice and information (January 2008).</sleep>

-	*<sleep name="N's Kitchen&Lodge" alt="" address="No.33, Yiruomulang, Beimen St,Old Town" directions="" phone="0887-6886500" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorms 8 Beds costs 30¥, Double 120¥" lat="" long="">Nice and clean,buget,all dorm room with private bathroom,western toilet, excellent courtyard sunshine terrace,a good place to meet travellers,helpful travel advice,free WiFi, good western food,especially their huge yak burger,perhaps the best in town.</sleep>	+	*<sleep name="N's Kitchen&Lodge" alt="" address="No.33, Yiruomulang, Beimen St,Old Town" directions="" phone="0887-6886500" url="nskitchenlodge@gmail.com" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorms 8 Beds costs 30¥, Double 120¥" lat="" long="">Nice and clean,buget,all dorm room with private bathroom,western toilet, excellent courtyard sunshine terrace,a good place to meet travellers,helpful travel advice,free WiFi, good western food,especially their huge yak burger,perhaps the best in town.</sleep>

	*<sleep name="Tavern Hostel" alt="" address="47 Cuo Lang Street, Shangri-la Old Town" directions="Few minutes walk up fron the old town car park. At the end of the road turn right (left is the main square)." phone="0887 8881147 / 13308879070 (Enhlish, Chinese) / 15012223514 (Korean)" url="" checkin="" checkout="12:00" price="" lat="" long="">Lovely old house with a roof top terrace. Owned by Korean-Naxi couple. Dorms 30 yuan, doubles without bathroom 70, with 120. Great big beds with comfy mattresses. Free internet and wifi. They speak English and Korean and can give you travel and trekking info.</sleep>		*<sleep name="Tavern Hostel" alt="" address="47 Cuo Lang Street, Shangri-la Old Town" directions="Few minutes walk up fron the old town car park. At the end of the road turn right (left is the main square)." phone="0887 8881147 / 13308879070 (Enhlish, Chinese) / 15012223514 (Korean)" url="" checkin="" checkout="12:00" price="" lat="" long="">Lovely old house with a roof top terrace. Owned by Korean-Naxi couple. Dorms 30 yuan, doubles without bathroom 70, with 120. Great big beds with comfy mattresses. Free internet and wifi. They speak English and Korean and can give you travel and trekking info.</sleep>

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Shangrila

116.248.179.200 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:49:33 GMT

updated listing Marco Polo

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	*<drink name="Helen's Pizza Ristorante" alt="" address="Dawa Road Zhong Dian " directions="On the left just past the main junction at the bottom of the hill as you enter town from the south. Opposite the square on the edge of the old town." phone="0887-8224456" url="Email : Aqiu666@yahoo.cn" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">When you feel like a respite from local food the friendly and helpful English speaking Italian owner serves authentic pizzas and pastas.The homemade tagliatelle is particularly good. And best pizza in Yunnan. Serves also Chinese and Korean food and excellent curries and Indian tee. The stove at the window table is very comforting on a cold night and the owner is very willing to give advice and help with onward travel etc. </drink>		*<drink name="Helen's Pizza Ristorante" alt="" address="Dawa Road Zhong Dian " directions="On the left just past the main junction at the bottom of the hill as you enter town from the south. Opposite the square on the edge of the old town." phone="0887-8224456" url="Email : Aqiu666@yahoo.cn" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">When you feel like a respite from local food the friendly and helpful English speaking Italian owner serves authentic pizzas and pastas.The homemade tagliatelle is particularly good. And best pizza in Yunnan. Serves also Chinese and Korean food and excellent curries and Indian tee. The stove at the window table is very comforting on a cold night and the owner is very willing to give advice and help with onward travel etc. </drink>

-	*<drink name="Marco Polo" alt="" address="Opposite the Raven Pub" directions="Take top left turning out of square and first right - about 50 metres" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Excellent Western Food at reasonable prices. Good pizza. Opened in July 2010 and run by Dawan who set up N's Kitchen and restaurant and established the western menu there~~. N's Kitchen has now been taken over by Noah's cafe~~.</drink>	+	*<drink name="Marco Polo" alt="" address="Opposite the Raven Pub" directions="Take top left turning out of square and first right - about 50 metres" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Excellent Western Food at reasonable prices. Good pizza. Opened in July 2010 and run by Dawan who set up N's Kitchen and restaurant and established the western menu there. </drink>

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Shangrila

116.248.179.200 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:48:07 GMT

updated listing N's Kitchen&Lodge

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	* <sleep name="Shangri-la Traveller Club (HI Affillited)" alt="" address="98 Heping Road" directions="" phone="+86 887 8228671, 6878210" email="qiuzhang13@163.com" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorm beds cost ¥20 (¥15 for HI members)">Great youth hostel with clean and comfortable dorms and rooms with electric blankets. Good hot showers and decent toilets. The best part is the bar/restaurant/common room with a wood fired-stove. The staff are friendly, even if a little eccentric! Good travel advice and information (January 2008).</sleep>		* <sleep name="Shangri-la Traveller Club (HI Affillited)" alt="" address="98 Heping Road" directions="" phone="+86 887 8228671, 6878210" email="qiuzhang13@163.com" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorm beds cost ¥20 (¥15 for HI members)">Great youth hostel with clean and comfortable dorms and rooms with electric blankets. Good hot showers and decent toilets. The best part is the bar/restaurant/common room with a wood fired-stove. The staff are friendly, even if a little eccentric! Good travel advice and information (January 2008).</sleep>

-	*<sleep name="N's Kitchen&Lodge" alt="" address="No.33, Yiruomulang, Beimen St,Old Town" directions="" phone="0887-6886500" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorms 8 Beds costs 30¥, Double 120¥" lat="" long="">Nice and clean, free WiFi, ~~Has also~~ food~~. Dorms have 8 beds~~, ~~Private Bathroom with hot water and electric sheet. It's worth noting that N's Kitchen has spray-painted advertisements on the rock along~~ the ~~Tiger Leaping Gorge Trek at nearly 1/2km intervals~~.</sleep>	+	*<sleep name="N's Kitchen&Lodge" alt="" address="No.33, Yiruomulang, Beimen St,Old Town" directions="" phone="0887-6886500" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorms 8 Beds costs 30¥, Double 120¥" lat="" long="">Nice and clean,buget,all dorm room with private bathroom,western toilet, excellent courtyard sunshine terrace,a good place to meet travellers,helpful travel advice,free WiFi, good western food,especially their huge yak burger,perhaps the best in town.</sleep>

	*<sleep name="Tavern Hostel" alt="" address="47 Cuo Lang Street, Shangri-la Old Town" directions="Few minutes walk up fron the old town car park. At the end of the road turn right (left is the main square)." phone="0887 8881147 / 13308879070 (Enhlish, Chinese) / 15012223514 (Korean)" url="" checkin="" checkout="12:00" price="" lat="" long="">Lovely old house with a roof top terrace. Owned by Korean-Naxi couple. Dorms 30 yuan, doubles without bathroom 70, with 120. Great big beds with comfy mattresses. Free internet and wifi. They speak English and Korean and can give you travel and trekking info.</sleep>		*<sleep name="Tavern Hostel" alt="" address="47 Cuo Lang Street, Shangri-la Old Town" directions="Few minutes walk up fron the old town car park. At the end of the road turn right (left is the main square)." phone="0887 8881147 / 13308879070 (Enhlish, Chinese) / 15012223514 (Korean)" url="" checkin="" checkout="12:00" price="" lat="" long="">Lovely old house with a roof top terrace. Owned by Korean-Naxi couple. Dorms 30 yuan, doubles without bathroom 70, with 120. Great big beds with comfy mattresses. Free internet and wifi. They speak English and Korean and can give you travel and trekking info.</sleep>

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Hong Kong

158.132.131.84 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:44:51 GMT

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	'''Cuisine''' plays an important part in many peoples lives in Hong Kong. Not only is it a showcase of Chinese cuisines with huge regional varieties, but there are also excellent Asian and Western choices. Although Western food is often adapted to local tastes, it is a good place for homesick travellers who have had enough of Chinese food. If you can afford it, you can also find some Western restaurants that are featured in the Michelin guide to Hong Kong.		'''Cuisine''' plays an important part in many peoples lives in Hong Kong. Not only is it a showcase of Chinese cuisines with huge regional varieties, but there are also excellent Asian and Western choices. Although Western food is often adapted to local tastes, it is a good place for homesick travellers who have had enough of Chinese food. If you can afford it, you can also find some Western restaurants that are featured in the Michelin guide to Hong Kong.

Chiang Mai

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-	*<see name="Kanoksak Carrental" alt="Chiang Mai Van Rental" address="Suthep Road" directions="" phone="+668-1992-9230" url="http://www.kanokcarrental.com" hours="07:00 - 18:00" price="1800THB" lat="" long="">Chiang Mai Van service	+
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Ipoh

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	*'''Lost World Hotel''', [http://www.sunway.com.my/lostworldoftambun/#/lost-world-hotel/] Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1, Sunway City, Ipoh. Located just a stone's throw away from The Lost World of Tambun Theme Park, this hotel is convenient for any traveler who plans to spend time visiting the attractions within the vicinity of the park. A night's stay includes access to the famous Tambun Hot Springs Spa. The hotel is also close to Tambun town, home of the famous pomelos.		*'''Lost World Hotel''', [http://www.sunway.com.my/lostworldoftambun/#/lost-world-hotel/] Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1, Sunway City, Ipoh. Located just a stone's throw away from The Lost World of Tambun Theme Park, this hotel is convenient for any traveler who plans to spend time visiting the attractions within the vicinity of the park. A night's stay includes access to the famous Tambun Hot Springs Spa. The hotel is also close to Tambun town, home of the famous pomelos.
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		+	* '''MH Hotels Ipoh''', Tel: +605 545 1000/ +605 545 1080 (D. L.), Fax: +605 545 9300. [http://www.mhhotels.com.my]is a brand new 21-storey concept Boutique Corporate Hotel centrally located in Ipoh’s latest “Golden Triangle” adjacent to several travel key establishments. The hotel has 111 stylish and well-appointed guest rooms combined with concept theme floor for discerning guest spacious deluxe rooms and suites. Our rooms are among the most spacious in Ipoh with an additional Privilege Check in floor for ladies. For extra entertainment step in to experience the ‘SKY BAR’ when the moon takes the tides…

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Hong Kong

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	'''Cuisine''' plays an important part in many peoples lives in Hong Kong. Not only is it a showcase of Chinese cuisines with huge regional varieties, but there are also excellent Asian and Western choices. Although Western food is often adapted to local tastes, it is a good place for homesick travellers who have had enough of Chinese food. If you can afford it, you can also find some Western restaurants that are featured in the Michelin guide to Hong Kong.		'''Cuisine''' plays an important part in many peoples lives in Hong Kong. Not only is it a showcase of Chinese cuisines with huge regional varieties, but there are also excellent Asian and Western choices. Although Western food is often adapted to local tastes, it is a good place for homesick travellers who have had enough of Chinese food. If you can afford it, you can also find some Western restaurants that are featured in the Michelin guide to Hong Kong.

Iaşi

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	'''Iaşi Airport''' ('''IAS''') [http://www.aeroport.ro/airport%20presentation.htm] is one of the oldest accredited airports in Romania and even though it is small, it is served by several airlines such as Carpatair Carpatair [http://www.carpatair.com/] (flying from [[Timisoara]]), Tarom [http://www.tarom.ro/en/] (flying from [[Bucharest]]), and Austrian Airlines [http://www.aua.com/] (flying from [[Vienna]]). There are also '''charter flights''' [http://www.aeroport.ro/orar%20curse%20charter.htm] that depart/arrive from/in Iasi.		'''Iaşi Airport''' ('''IAS''') [http://www.aeroport.ro/airport%20presentation.htm] is one of the oldest accredited airports in Romania and even though it is small, it is served by several airlines such as Carpatair Carpatair [http://www.carpatair.com/] (flying from [[Timisoara]]), Tarom [http://www.tarom.ro/en/] (flying from [[Bucharest]]), and Austrian Airlines [http://www.aua.com/] (flying from [[Vienna]]). There are also '''charter flights''' [http://www.aeroport.ro/orar%20curse%20charter.htm] that depart/arrive from/in Iasi.

-	A new low-cost service line has been introduced from 2012. '''Air Vallee'''[http://www.airvallee.it/default.aspx?lang=en] has opened flights to Iasi from [[Milano]]/T[[Torino]]/[[~~Roma~~]]/[[Paris]] and if booked in advance, you can get them extremely advantageous.	+	A new low-cost service line has been introduced from 2012. '''Air Vallee'''[http://www.airvallee.it/default.aspx?lang=en] has opened flights to Iasi from [[Milano]]/[[Torino]]/[[Rome]]/[[Paris]] and if booked in advance, you can get them extremely advantageous.

	The airport is about 8km from the city center. The only transportation to the city is by taxi. A metered taxi to the center of Iaşi should cost no more than about RON 15–20. Most city taxis have meters. You should pay attention if they use it or not—it's not unheard of for them to try and get away with charging upwards of €10. The metered rate is 2 RON per kilometre outside city limits and 1.8 RON per kilometre inside them.		The airport is about 8km from the city center. The only transportation to the city is by taxi. A metered taxi to the center of Iaşi should cost no more than about RON 15–20. Most city taxis have meters. You should pay attention if they use it or not—it's not unheard of for them to try and get away with charging upwards of €10. The metered rate is 2 RON per kilometre outside city limits and 1.8 RON per kilometre inside them.

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BobbyHeath760 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:14:49 GMT

New user

Iaşi

79.112.50.165 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:13:54 GMT

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	'''Iaşi Airport''' ('''IAS''') [http://www.aeroport.ro/airport%20presentation.htm] is one of the oldest accredited airports in Romania and even though it is small, it is served by several airlines such as Carpatair Carpatair [http://www.carpatair.com/] (flying from [[Timisoara]]), Tarom [http://www.tarom.ro/en/] (flying from [[Bucharest]]), and Austrian Airlines [http://www.aua.com/] (flying from [[Vienna]]). There are also '''charter flights''' [http://www.aeroport.ro/orar%20curse%20charter.htm] that depart/arrive from/in Iasi.		'''Iaşi Airport''' ('''IAS''') [http://www.aeroport.ro/airport%20presentation.htm] is one of the oldest accredited airports in Romania and even though it is small, it is served by several airlines such as Carpatair Carpatair [http://www.carpatair.com/] (flying from [[Timisoara]]), Tarom [http://www.tarom.ro/en/] (flying from [[Bucharest]]), and Austrian Airlines [http://www.aua.com/] (flying from [[Vienna]]). There are also '''charter flights''' [http://www.aeroport.ro/orar%20curse%20charter.htm] that depart/arrive from/in Iasi.
		+
		+	A new low-cost service line has been introduced from 2012. '''Air Vallee'''[http://www.airvallee.it/default.aspx?lang=en] has opened flights to Iasi from [[Milano]]/T[[Torino]]/[[Roma]]/[[Paris]] and if booked in advance, you can get them extremely advantageous.

	The airport is about 8km from the city center. The only transportation to the city is by taxi. A metered taxi to the center of Iaşi should cost no more than about RON 15–20. Most city taxis have meters. You should pay attention if they use it or not—it's not unheard of for them to try and get away with charging upwards of €10. The metered rate is 2 RON per kilometre outside city limits and 1.8 RON per kilometre inside them.		The airport is about 8km from the city center. The only transportation to the city is by taxi. A metered taxi to the center of Iaşi should cost no more than about RON 15–20. Most city taxis have meters. You should pay attention if they use it or not—it's not unheard of for them to try and get away with charging upwards of €10. The metered rate is 2 RON per kilometre outside city limits and 1.8 RON per kilometre inside them.
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	* '''Hotel Turistic Casa Bucovineana''' ** - Str. Cuza Voda 30. Tel./Fax 0232 222913, website http://www.casabucovineana.ro. It's a cheap hostel, compared to the standards of Iaşi. The rooms are announced as "single room" for 70 RON/night while a "double room" is 100 RON/night, all with a shared toilet, BUT, the single room is for 1-2 people and the double is 3-4 people. For some strange reason they count the number of beds as single or double. The place gets nicer the higher up you are - the rooms on the top floor are the newest and least used and smoke contaminated. You can also feel the vibrations of the tram passing on the main street - especially in the rooms facing the street, but you are in the very center of the city and in each room you have TV and a DVD player. Room 11 and 12 are the best situated and freshest.		* '''Hotel Turistic Casa Bucovineana''' ** - Str. Cuza Voda 30. Tel./Fax 0232 222913, website http://www.casabucovineana.ro. It's a cheap hostel, compared to the standards of Iaşi. The rooms are announced as "single room" for 70 RON/night while a "double room" is 100 RON/night, all with a shared toilet, BUT, the single room is for 1-2 people and the double is 3-4 people. For some strange reason they count the number of beds as single or double. The place gets nicer the higher up you are - the rooms on the top floor are the newest and least used and smoke contaminated. You can also feel the vibrations of the tram passing on the main street - especially in the rooms facing the street, but you are in the very center of the city and in each room you have TV and a DVD player. Room 11 and 12 are the best situated and freshest.
	*'''Hotel Sport''' - Str. Sf. Lazar 76. Double room with shower 101 RON/night, no singles. A bit dodgy, but not altogether dismal. TV in each room. Located up a little allyway next to the Sala Polivalenta sport complex, take bus number 41 or 28 and get off at Sala Sporturilor.		*'''Hotel Sport''' - Str. Sf. Lazar 76. Double room with shower 101 RON/night, no singles. A bit dodgy, but not altogether dismal. TV in each room. Located up a little allyway next to the Sala Polivalenta sport complex, take bus number 41 or 28 and get off at Sala Sporturilor.
		+	* '''Couch surfing''' You can always find plenty of students willing to share their dormitories with you, so just online if this is the method you prefer.

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	* '''Hotel Select''' - Piata 14 Decembrie 1989. Another centrally located boutique mansion hotel. It offers single/double rooms presented to 4 star level and a personable level of service.		* '''Hotel Select''' - Piata 14 Decembrie 1989. Another centrally located boutique mansion hotel. It offers single/double rooms presented to 4 star level and a personable level of service.
		+
		+
		+	===Long term===
		+
		+	* '''Long term''' If you are looking for a long term solution and plan to stay longer, you should know that if you go to a real-estate agency you will pay a big commission to them (usually the same amount as the rent is for one month). In some cases this is preferable, if you are in a hurry and most of the big ones are good companies to work with and they will take care of everything for you.
		+
		+	If you want to look for yourself, you will need to search and search and do some more searching. Iasi is a big university center and because of this a lot of them will need to find accommodation somewhere else besides the university as there are not enough housing places to go around. But this also resulted in a big competitive and dynamic real estate market and you'll surely find your place somewhere with a fully furbished apartment at a decent price.
		+
		+	Look here[http://www.tocmai.ro/cauta?typ=1&ct=6&2&jd=is&tz=2] or buy the local newspaper that everyone uses just for this: "Evenimentul Zilei", under "Inchirieri". This is the website [http://www.evenimentul.ro/], look for the same logo when you are buying it. Get someone to help, as the newspaper is in Romanian.

	==Stay safe==		==Stay safe==

Sisophon

Travelpleb — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:57:55 GMT

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-	Several bus companies' offices can be found on the north side of the shared taxi stand. This is where they pick up and drop passengers, though a less centrally located bus station is ~~being threatened (as of early 2012)~~.	+	Several bus companies' offices can be found on the north side of the shared taxi stand. This is where they pick up and drop passengers, though a new, less centrally located bus station is also used, with buses now often stopping at both.

-	~~There are direct~~ buses ~~from~~:	+	Buses buses connect Sisophon with:
-	* [[Battambang]] ($2.50~~, 90 minutes~~)	+	* [[Battambang]] (90 minutes; $2.50 ''from'' Battambang)
-	* [[Poipet]] ($2.50, ~~one hour~~)	+	* [[Poipet]] (1 hour; $2.50 ''from'' Poipet, $1.25 ''to'' Poipet)
-	* [[Siem Reap]] ($3.75~~, 90 minutes~~)	+	* [[Siem Reap]] (90 minutes; $3.75 in either direction)
	* [[Bangkok]]		* [[Bangkok]]
	* [[Phnom Penh]]		* [[Phnom Penh]]

Iaşi

79.112.50.165 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:55:51 GMT

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	==Work==		==Work==
		+	As Romanians don't have a history of being able to learn a lot of foreign language, it might be hard to find many people speaking English and as such, most companies will not hire anyone who does not speak Romanian. Also, there is no legislation as per part-time jobs so nobody will probably hire a foreign under these circumstances.
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		+	Luckily, given that this is a big university center, a lot of multinational companies have arrived and especially in the IT sector, you will be able to get a job in the call-center sector: XL World.
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		+	ITO Sector: Capgemini, SCC.
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		+	Also IT professionals will have a lot to choose from as many companies have a strong presence in the Iasi economic sector and also factories: Endava, Amazon, Comodo, Redpoint, Pentalog, Mind, Continental, Delphi and many more. Most of these companies have more than 50+ employees (most have over 200) and they will recruit pretty much all year around as nutrition in this sector is very high.
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		+	All of these companies have websites in more than 1 international language so you can check them out. Some will require an IT degree, some will not. It is a good place to start with if you plan on staying for long, until you get your stuff sorted out.
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		+	Most supermarkets will probably hire people to work for product handling in the warehouse, so that is a good place to look as well: Metro cash&carry, Carrefour, Selgros, Kaufland, Lidl, Billa and also Bricostore, Mr Bricolage, Praktiker, Dedeman. IT Retailers: Domo, Altex, Media Galaxy.
		+
		+	Besides this, if you have special skills (dancing step or tango) or are a yoga instructor (there is none in Iasi!) you can probably work your way as self-employed professional. There are also a lot of niches you can go into as a professional, different photograph opportunities, DJ gigs and so on.

	==Buy==		==Buy==

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BernardHiggins447 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:45:21 GMT

New user

Iaşi

79.112.50.165 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:43:25 GMT

Buy -

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	* The area near Piaţa Unirii is a general shopping area with the usual selection of stores.		* The area near Piaţa Unirii is a general shopping area with the usual selection of stores.
	*<buy name="Era Shopping Park" alt="Carrefour Era Pacurari" address="Pacurari str, no. 121, Iasi" directions="west side of the town. check it on google maps" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Similar to Felicia. Contains lots of boutiques of all sorts, a Carrefour supermarket, an electronics shop, a little food court, etc.		*<buy name="Era Shopping Park" alt="Carrefour Era Pacurari" address="Pacurari str, no. 121, Iasi" directions="west side of the town. check it on google maps" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Similar to Felicia. Contains lots of boutiques of all sorts, a Carrefour supermarket, an electronics shop, a little food court, etc.
-	Outside there is a karting track.	+	Outside there is a karting track.</buy>

-	* '''Palas Iasi''' this is a new multi-functional building project that will be open in April 2012. It will house 3 residential buildings, 3 office buildings, 1 retail mall, a shopping street, underground parking, public garden (with a small lake and amphitheater) and an IMAX cinemaplex. It is located right behind the "Palace of Culture", so it's hard to miss. http://www.palasiasi.ro/ Facebook page[http://www.facebook.com/palasiasi]~~</buy>~~	+	* '''Palas Iasi''' this is a new multi-functional building project that will be open in April 2012. It will house 3 residential buildings, 3 office buildings, 1 retail mall, a shopping street, underground parking, public garden (with a small lake and amphitheater) and an IMAX cinemaplex. It is located right behind the "Palace of Culture", so it's hard to miss. http://www.palasiasi.ro/ Facebook page[http://www.facebook.com/palasiasi]

	==Eat==		==Eat==

Skopje

Jjtk — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:42:01 GMT

Sleep - prices

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	===Budget===		===Budget===
-	* <sleep name="Shanti Hostel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+389 2 60 90 807" email="hostelshanti@gmail.com" fax="" url="http://www.shantihostel.com" checkin="" checkout="" price="">~~Shanti Hostel is a small~~ and cozy place located in just 3 minutes walking distance from the international bus and train station, and only 5 minutes from the center of Skopje. Near Shanti Hostel there are large super markets, bars, clubs, theatre, a swimming pool, shopping malls, change office and ATM.</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Shanti Hostel" alt="" address="Rade Jovcevski Korcagin 11" directions="" phone="+389 2 60 90 807" email="hostelshanti@gmail.com" fax="" url="http://www.shantihostel.com" checkin="" checkout="" price="From €8 - 10">Small and cozy place located in just 3 minutes walking distance from the international bus and train station, and only 5 minutes from the center of Skopje. Near Shanti Hostel there are large super markets, bars, clubs, theatre, a swimming pool, shopping malls, change office and ATM.</sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Art Hostel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price=""> ~~at str. Ante Hadzimitkov no.5.~~ A popular hostel with backpackers, 20 minutes walk from the station, 15 minutes to City Square. Helpful and friendly staff, this hostel has the feel of student accommodation. Dorms and privates, with shared bathrooms. Free internet access, outdoor social area. 10% discount with a flyer (which you can get from the hostel itself, or hostels in other cities). ~~€36 for a private double (incl discount)~~ </sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Art Hostel Riverside" alt="" address="Ante Hadzimitkov 5" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorms from €7">A popular hostel with backpackers, 20 minutes walk from the station, 15 minutes to City Square. Helpful and friendly staff, this hostel has the feel of student accommodation. Dorms and privates, with shared bathrooms. Free internet access, outdoor social area. 10% discount with a flyer (which you can get from the hostel itself, or hostels in other cities). </sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Hostel Hostel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+389 23 222 321" email="info@hostel.com.mk" fax="" url="~~http://www.hostel.com.mk/~~" checkin="" checkout="" price="">It doesn't have the most original name, but this friendly little hostel is a great place to stay if you're on a budget. Nice and warm, free internet and friendly staff. Recommended for any backpacking in Skopje. </sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Hostel Hostel" alt="" address="Ognjan Prica 18, (Anton Popov 18)" directions="" phone="+389 23 222 321" email="info@hostel.com.mk" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="Dorms from €8">It doesn't have the most original name, but this friendly little hostel is a great place to stay if you're on a budget. Nice and warm, free internet and friendly staff. Recommended for any backpacking in Skopje. </sleep>

	* <sleep name="Youth Hostel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price=""> Also called "Ferialen Dom" or "Mladinski Hotel". Five minutes from the bus/train station at Prolet 25. It has dorms and privates, but the privates are organised more like a hotel ie. boxy rooms off a corridor. At €50 for a small twin ensuite room, with breakfast, this is not the best value for money</sleep>		* <sleep name="Youth Hostel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price=""> Also called "Ferialen Dom" or "Mladinski Hotel". Five minutes from the bus/train station at Prolet 25. It has dorms and privates, but the privates are organised more like a hotel ie. boxy rooms off a corridor. At €50 for a small twin ensuite room, with breakfast, this is not the best value for money</sleep>
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	===Mid-range===		===Mid-range===

-	* <sleep name="Holiday Inn Skopje" alt="" address="Vasil Agilarski 2" directions="" phone="+389-2-3292929" email="" fax="" url="http://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/en/skpmp/hoteldetail" checkin="" checkout="" price="">next to the river, situated at the end of stretch that has all the bars and restaurants which are great in the summer. </sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Imperial Hotel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+389-2-273 60 53" email="contact@imperial.com.mk" fax="" url="http://imperial.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="">This comfortable hotel that offers excellent accommodation is located just 1.5 km from all the shopping malls and the Skopje Square. The Hotel offers free 24 hours wifi/wlan internet and free laundry service.</sleep>
-		+
-	* <sleep name="Imperial Hotel" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+389-2-273 60 53" email="contact@imperial.com.mk" fax="" url="http://imperial.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="">This comfortable hotel that offers excellent accommodation is located just 1.~~5km~~ from all the shopping malls and the Skopje Square. The Hotel offers free 24 hours wifi/wlan internet and free laundry service.</sleep>	+

	* <sleep name="Hotel Kapistec" alt="" address="Mile Pop Jordanov 3" directions="Skopje" phone="+38923081424" url="http://www.hotel-kapistec.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long=""></sleep>		* <sleep name="Hotel Kapistec" alt="" address="Mile Pop Jordanov 3" directions="Skopje" phone="+38923081424" url="http://www.hotel-kapistec.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long=""></sleep>
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	* <sleep name="Hotel Restaurant NewStar" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="http://www.hotelnewstar.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price=""></sleep>		* <sleep name="Hotel Restaurant NewStar" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="http://www.hotelnewstar.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price=""></sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Hotel Square" alt="" address="Nicola Vapcaov 2 6.floor" directions="" phone="+389 (0) 23 225 090" url="http://www.hotelsquare.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="~~45 euro~~" lat="" long="">The top floor of a office building. Very nice rooms, friendly staff, and a open air balcony with a excellent view to Square Macedonia and the stone bridge. Rooms with air-con and TV.</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Hotel Square" alt="" address="Nicola Vapcaov 2 6.floor" directions="" phone="+389 (0) 23 225 090" url="http://www.hotelsquare.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="€45" lat="" long="">The top floor of a office building. Very nice rooms, friendly staff, and a open air balcony with a excellent view to Square Macedonia and the stone bridge. Rooms with air-con and TV.</sleep>
		+
		+	* <sleep name="Holiday Inn Skopje" alt="" address="Vasil Agilarski 2" directions="" phone="+389-2-3292929" email="" fax="" url="http://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/en/skpmp/hoteldetail" checkin="" checkout="" price="">next to the river, situated at the end of stretch that has all the bars and restaurants which are great in the summer. </sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Урбан Хотел Скопје (Urban Hotel Skopje)" alt="UH Skopje" address="ул. Партизанска 48" directions="near the Universal Hall" phone="n/a" url="http://www.urbanhotel.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long="">Business Hotel Reinvented!</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Урбан Хотел Скопје (Urban Hotel Skopje)" alt="UH Skopje" address="ул. Партизанска 48" directions="near the Universal Hall" phone="n/a" url="http://www.urbanhotel.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long="">Business Hotel Reinvented.</sleep>

	===Splurge===		===Splurge===
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	* <sleep name="Hotel Ambassador" alt="" address="" directions="in the center of Skopje in a quiet neighborhood close to the St. Kliment of Ohrid cathederal." phone="+389-3212-353" email="info@hotelambassador-sk.com.mk" fax="" url="http://hotelambasador-sk.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price=""></sleep>		* <sleep name="Hotel Ambassador" alt="" address="" directions="in the center of Skopje in a quiet neighborhood close to the St. Kliment of Ohrid cathederal." phone="+389-3212-353" email="info@hotelambassador-sk.com.mk" fax="" url="http://hotelambasador-sk.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price=""></sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Hotel Arka" alt="Hotel Arka" address="Bitpazarska 90/2" directions="in the Old Bazaar" phone="+389 2 3230603" url="http://www.hotel-arka.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="~~88 euro and up~~" lat="42.0016" long="21.4387">5-star hotel. Arka is modern, luxurious and comfortable five star hotel. Its interior is furnished according to newest trends in the modern interior architecture. It is situated in the historic nucleus of the Old Skopje Town.</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Hotel Arka" alt="Hotel Arka" address="Bitpazarska 90/2" directions="in the Old Bazaar" phone="+389 2 3230603" url="http://www.hotel-arka.com.mk/" checkin="" checkout="" price="From €88" lat="42.0016" long="21.4387">5-star hotel. Arka is modern, luxurious and comfortable five star hotel. Its interior is furnished according to newest trends in the modern interior architecture. It is situated in the historic nucleus of the Old Skopje Town.</sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Hotel Continental" alt="" address="Aleksandar Makedonski" b.b." directions="adjacent to the Skopje Fair, 5 minutes from downtown Skopje" phone="+389-3116-599" email="" fax="" url="http://www.contimak.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="">The largest luxury Hotel located in the city, in a 10000 m2 landscaped garden</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Hotel Continental" alt="" address="Aleksandar Makedonski" b.b." directions="adjacent to the Skopje Fair, 5 minutes from downtown Skopje" phone="+389-3116-599" email="" fax="" url="http://www.contimak.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="">The largest luxury Hotel located in the city, in a 10000 m2 landscaped garden.</sleep>

	* <sleep name="Hotel Stone Bridge" alt="" address="Kej Dimitar Vlahov no.1" directions="" phone="+389-3244-900" email="" fax="" url="http://www.stonebridge-hotel.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="">5-star hotel. The rooms and suites, many with superb views of the Vardar River, Stone Bridge, Square Macedonia with modern city, Fortress Kale, Old City with Churches and Mosques, are spacious and luxurious, giving an extremely comfortable and elegant feel. </sleep>		* <sleep name="Hotel Stone Bridge" alt="" address="Kej Dimitar Vlahov no.1" directions="" phone="+389-3244-900" email="" fax="" url="http://www.stonebridge-hotel.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="">5-star hotel. The rooms and suites, many with superb views of the Vardar River, Stone Bridge, Square Macedonia with modern city, Fortress Kale, Old City with Churches and Mosques, are spacious and luxurious, giving an extremely comfortable and elegant feel. </sleep>

Iaşi

79.112.50.165 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:41:06 GMT

Buy -

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	* The area near Piaţa Unirii is a general shopping area with the usual selection of stores.		* The area near Piaţa Unirii is a general shopping area with the usual selection of stores.
	*<buy name="Era Shopping Park" alt="Carrefour Era Pacurari" address="Pacurari str, no. 121, Iasi" directions="west side of the town. check it on google maps" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Similar to Felicia. Contains lots of boutiques of all sorts, a Carrefour supermarket, an electronics shop, a little food court, etc.		*<buy name="Era Shopping Park" alt="Carrefour Era Pacurari" address="Pacurari str, no. 121, Iasi" directions="west side of the town. check it on google maps" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Similar to Felicia. Contains lots of boutiques of all sorts, a Carrefour supermarket, an electronics shop, a little food court, etc.
-	Outside there is a karting track.</buy>	+	Outside there is a karting track.
		+
		+	* '''Palas Iasi''' this is a new multi-functional building project that will be open in April 2012. It will house 3 residential buildings, 3 office buildings, 1 retail mall, a shopping street, underground parking, public garden (with a small lake and amphitheater) and an IMAX cinemaplex. It is located right behind the "Palace of Culture", so it's hard to miss. http://www.palasiasi.ro/ Facebook page[http://www.facebook.com/palasiasi]</buy>

	==Eat==		==Eat==

Nairobi

Gorillasafaris — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:34:47 GMT

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	Carefully read the rental contract to check for rules on insurance liabilities in case of accident / theft of the vehicle.		Carefully read the rental contract to check for rules on insurance liabilities in case of accident / theft of the vehicle.

-	Nairobi Car Hire [http://gorillasafarisrwanda.com~~/nairobikenyacarhirerentals.htm~~] offer good services for 4x4 and other categories of cars.	+	Nairobi Car Hire [http://gorillasafarisrwanda.com] offer good services for 4x4 and other categories of cars.

	Central car hire [http://www.carhirekenya.com] are a reliable, trustworthy and helpful rental company based in Nairobi. Two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles are available and are well maintained.		Central car hire [http://www.carhirekenya.com] are a reliable, trustworthy and helpful rental company based in Nairobi. Two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles are available and are well maintained.

Special:Log/newusers

WecaniBesuwi — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:30:57 GMT

New user

Nairobi

Gorillasafaris — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:30:52 GMT

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	Carefully read the rental contract to check for rules on insurance liabilities in case of accident / theft of the vehicle.		Carefully read the rental contract to check for rules on insurance liabilities in case of accident / theft of the vehicle.
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		+	Nairobi Car Hire [http://gorillasafarisrwanda.com/nairobikenyacarhirerentals.htm] offer good services for 4x4 and other categories of cars.

	Central car hire [http://www.carhirekenya.com] are a reliable, trustworthy and helpful rental company based in Nairobi. Two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles are available and are well maintained.		Central car hire [http://www.carhirekenya.com] are a reliable, trustworthy and helpful rental company based in Nairobi. Two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles are available and are well maintained.

Iaşi

79.112.50.165 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:29:56 GMT

Drink -

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	There are bars almost every where, but most of them are places you won't have a nice experience as they are only for extremely loyal locals and such they have not invested much into the decoration or the experience. You will need to go to more central or student areas to get a more enjoyable experience. Also, if you just need to get a quick drink, you can always get into the many pizza restaurants you will definitely see, as the prices are the same.		There are bars almost every where, but most of them are places you won't have a nice experience as they are only for extremely loyal locals and such they have not invested much into the decoration or the experience. You will need to go to more central or student areas to get a more enjoyable experience. Also, if you just need to get a quick drink, you can always get into the many pizza restaurants you will definitely see, as the prices are the same.
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		+	Most of these bars will have a Facebook page so feel free to add them and check out what they have planned for the future days. You can also get contact details there and friendly staff that will answer to any of your questions. You can also make reservations.

	* '''Sage''' is a place you don't want to miss. It is in the old "Mihai Eminescu Library" building and it has lots of tea sortiments from all over the world. There's also newspapers and books you can read, a piano and social games that you can borrow for free. The personnel also speaks english and, when the owner is in, people have been known to get freebies. Very nice atmosphere.		* '''Sage''' is a place you don't want to miss. It is in the old "Mihai Eminescu Library" building and it has lots of tea sortiments from all over the world. There's also newspapers and books you can read, a piano and social games that you can borrow for free. The personnel also speaks english and, when the owner is in, people have been known to get freebies. Very nice atmosphere.

-	* '''Curtea Berarilor'''/'''Baza'''/'''Underground'''/'''Taverna'''/'''The Gate'''/'''Hand'''/ - are all student bars in the city center, next to the green "cube" (modern statue). They are perfect for a bar crawl (ar at least some, depending on music taste) since they are literally next door to each other. They all stand out in the Iasi night scene as they only play modern rock music - indie - dubstep - alternative rock and heavy metal (the first bar mostly pop-rock and folk and the last one heavy metal, the rest something in between). During the week they have a lot of concerts from local bands or karaoke nights, during the weekends everybody just dances. These bars are a favorite hang-out for Erasmus students as they offer a diverse music genre and are very cultural friendly. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10 RON, shots 30ml 5-6 RON.	+	* '''Curtea Berarilor'''/'''Baza'''/'''Underground'''/'''Taverna'''/'''The Gate'''/'''Hand'''/ - Bulevardul Stefan cel Mare si Sfant nr. 10, bl. B1-B2, la CUB (Catacombe) - are all student bars in the city center, next to the green "cube" (modern statue). They are perfect for a bar crawl (ar at least some, depending on music taste) since they are literally next door to each other. They all stand out in the Iasi night scene as they only play modern rock music - indie - dubstep - alternative rock and heavy metal (the first bar mostly pop-rock and folk and the last one heavy metal, the rest something in between). During the week they have a lot of concerts from local bands or karaoke nights, during the weekends everybody just dances. These bars are a favorite hang-out for Erasmus students as they offer a diverse music genre and are very cultural friendly. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10 RON, shots 30ml 5-6 RON.

-	* '''Mojo''' - close to the National Theatre, indie and alternative rock music, they sometimes host LGBT parties for the local community. It's sign is the "tree of life", be careful as there is only a door with stairs going downwards, easy to miss. Check the website for a more detailed map.	+	* '''Mojo''' - Iasi, Str. Cuza Voda, Nr. 30-32 - close to the National Theatre, indie and alternative rock music, they sometimes host LGBT parties for the local community. It's sign is the "tree of life", be careful as there is only a door with stairs going downwards, easy to miss. Check the website for a more detailed map.

-	*'''Acaju''' - from the National Theatre, make a right and when you get to the parking lot make a left. Walk for 2 minutes and you will find this bar (a couple of more houses far from the other bars you will find on the way). This is a very friendly bar with all sorts of music, from jazz to dubstep. They have a strong community along with some of the local NGO's that occasionally will have different activities as: "Slow food" (home cooked food served to everyone), "Papergirl" (customers will be invited to draw on paper) and so on. This is a neighborhood made of houses or small buildings, it might look deserted and unfriendly but it's very safe to go to this bar. If you feel like wondering around afterwards, just go back where you came to the big boulevards where there's more people. Nothing can happen to you, just nasty beggars that will not leave you alone. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10-15 RON	+	*'''Acaju''' - Str. Sf.Sava, nr 15 - from the National Theatre, make a right and when you get to the parking lot make a left. Walk for 2 minutes and you will find this bar (a couple of more houses far from the other bars you will find on the way). This is a very friendly bar with all sorts of music, from jazz to dubstep. They have a strong community along with some of the local NGO's that occasionally will have different activities as: "Slow food" (home cooked food served to everyone), "Papergirl" (customers will be invited to draw on paper) and so on. This is a neighborhood made of houses or small buildings, it might look deserted and unfriendly but it's very safe to go to this bar. If you feel like wondering around afterwards, just go back where you came to the big boulevards where there's more people. Nothing can happen to you, just nasty beggars that will not leave you alone. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10-15 RON

-	* '''Brain''' - from "Union Plaza" ("Piața Unirii"), if you walk towards the train station, take the first left and you will find this modernist bar that will appeal to electro-music fans. Everything from electro to IDM and a lot of concerts with crazy visuals. They also have a non-smoking room upstairs where they will mostly have project documentaries or live concerts from different bands. Beer 5 RON, glass wine 5 RON.	+	* '''Brain''' , Iasi, Str. Gandu 6 - from "Union Plaza" ("Piața Unirii"), if you walk towards the train station, take the first left and you will find this modernist bar that will appeal to electro-music fans. Everything from electro to IDM and a lot of concerts with crazy visuals. They also have a non-smoking room upstairs where they will mostly have project documentaries or live concerts from different bands. Beer 5 RON, glass wine 5 RON.

	* '''Kaze''' - door to door with '''Brain''' bar, the only bar where you will find non-stop reggae music. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10 RON.		* '''Kaze''' - door to door with '''Brain''' bar, the only bar where you will find non-stop reggae music. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10 RON.

-	* '''London pub''' situated in the Astoria Hotel in the city center, this is a theme pub that is a favorite hang out for watching a football match if you feel like it. It's mostly addressed for business men and morning coffees as there will be no dancing usually here, but it's a nice place to enjoy one of their specialties. A 50cl Tuborg is around 6.5-7 RON.	+	* '''London pub''' - Str. Piata Unirii nr.1 - situated in the Astoria Hotel in the city center, this is a theme pub that is a favorite hang out for watching a football match if you feel like it. It's mostly addressed for business men and morning coffees as there will be no dancing usually here, but it's a nice place to enjoy one of their specialties. A 50cl Tuborg is around 6.5-7 RON.

	* '''Clubul Presei''' (The Press Club) is situated in the basement of the Gulliver Block (first tall building on the Stefan cel Mare boulevard starting from Piata Unirii), on the side opposite to the main street. Look for the yellow door with the ramp leading to it. Though not exactly a metal bar, it's a meeting point for metalheads and other alternative types, since it serves some of the best mulled wine in Iasi. You might want to stick to the small serving, though. It can make you much tipsier than you'd think. If you want to play it safe, go for their special, brandy-and-whipped cream hot chocolate. Oh, and try to avoid the toilets. If you've lived in, or traveled extensively through Eastern Europe you've seen much worse, but there's still no need to subject yourself to that mess.		* '''Clubul Presei''' (The Press Club) is situated in the basement of the Gulliver Block (first tall building on the Stefan cel Mare boulevard starting from Piata Unirii), on the side opposite to the main street. Look for the yellow door with the ramp leading to it. Though not exactly a metal bar, it's a meeting point for metalheads and other alternative types, since it serves some of the best mulled wine in Iasi. You might want to stick to the small serving, though. It can make you much tipsier than you'd think. If you want to play it safe, go for their special, brandy-and-whipped cream hot chocolate. Oh, and try to avoid the toilets. If you've lived in, or traveled extensively through Eastern Europe you've seen much worse, but there's still no need to subject yourself to that mess.

	* '''Iulius Mall''' is actually a retail mall, but if you want a decent shopping experience with trying some of the more extravagant bars in Iasi, you will need to get here. Everything from Italian gelateries that will give you ice-creams and espressos to oriental themed restaurants. Obviously, there is a big "food-court" as well, with plenty of international fast-food chains. Prices will range , but only because most of this bars will only serve you import beer (for example) that you won't find anywhere else so you will get a reasonable bargain if this is what you want. Everyone will know where this mall is, from people on the street to taxis, it's located in the student housing center of "Tudor Vladimirescu". It's best to get a taxi or a bus, as it might be a long walk, depending where you are from.		* '''Iulius Mall''' is actually a retail mall, but if you want a decent shopping experience with trying some of the more extravagant bars in Iasi, you will need to get here. Everything from Italian gelateries that will give you ice-creams and espressos to oriental themed restaurants. Obviously, there is a big "food-court" as well, with plenty of international fast-food chains. Prices will range , but only because most of this bars will only serve you import beer (for example) that you won't find anywhere else so you will get a reasonable bargain if this is what you want. Everyone will know where this mall is, from people on the street to taxis, it's located in the student housing center of "Tudor Vladimirescu". It's best to get a taxi or a bus, as it might be a long walk, depending where you are from.
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		+	Here is a more comprehandle list of bars that you can find useful (it does not detail what kind of bar they are or what they play, go to Facebook for that). Please remember that some of these website might turn out to be outdated, so double check on the web for more information:
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		+	Bars and coffee-shops[http://iasi.inoras.ro/locuri/baruri-si-cafenele/][http://www.iasi.com/bar_cafe/][http://www.sapteseri.ro/ro/locuri/cluburi-si-baruri/iasi/][http://www.laiasi.ro/despreiasi/distractie.htm][http://iasi365.com/restaurante/baruri-cafenele-iasi][http://www.iasi4u.ro/]
		+	Clubs[http://iasi.inoras.ro/locuri/cluburi/]
		+	Pubs[http://iasi.inoras.ro/locuri/puburi/]

	==Sleep==		==Sleep==

Special:Log/newusers

VeroxiSipudu — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:29:50 GMT

New user

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Gorillasafaris — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:28:55 GMT

New user

Iaşi

79.112.50.165 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:15:19 GMT

Drink -

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	==Drink==		==Drink==
-	Iaşi is famous for its nightlife. If you go towards the University you will find a lot of students wondering around or having a beer. There are a lot of bars, coffee shops and pubs where you cand chill, have a drink, or watch a game. Most popular discos and clubs are full until morning during during University periods. Check out the discos "Skye", "Skin", "Master" , "Code" and "Viper" even though there are much more that are popular.	+	Iaşi is famous for its nightlife. If you go towards the University you will find a lot of students wondering around or having a beer. There are a lot of bars, coffee shops and pubs where you cand chill, have a drink, or watch a game. Most popular discos and clubs are full until morning during during University periods. Check out the discos "Skye", "Skin", "Master" , "Code" and "Viper" even though there are much more that are popular. You can find a lot of bars in front of the "Copou Park", as there are a lot of student housing there and is only natural there are a lot of leisure places. These bars usually are mainstream with popular music you can hear on the radio. Sometimes they have karaoke nights during the week.
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		+	There are bars almost every where, but most of them are places you won't have a nice experience as they are only for extremely loyal locals and such they have not invested much into the decoration or the experience. You will need to go to more central or student areas to get a more enjoyable experience. Also, if you just need to get a quick drink, you can always get into the many pizza restaurants you will definitely see, as the prices are the same.

	* '''Sage''' is a place you don't want to miss. It is in the old "Mihai Eminescu Library" building and it has lots of tea sortiments from all over the world. There's also newspapers and books you can read, a piano and social games that you can borrow for free. The personnel also speaks english and, when the owner is in, people have been known to get freebies. Very nice atmosphere.		* '''Sage''' is a place you don't want to miss. It is in the old "Mihai Eminescu Library" building and it has lots of tea sortiments from all over the world. There's also newspapers and books you can read, a piano and social games that you can borrow for free. The personnel also speaks english and, when the owner is in, people have been known to get freebies. Very nice atmosphere.

-	* '''Hand''' is a ~~19th century house converted into an intimate~~, rock-~~oriented~~ bar. ~~Head~~ from ~~Piata Unirii~~ to the ~~railway station~~, ~~following~~ the ~~tramway tracks~~ (take the left ~~turn when they bifurcate)~~ and you'~~ll soon~~ find it.	+	* '''Curtea Berarilor'''/'''Baza'''/'''Underground'''/'''Taverna'''/'''The Gate'''/'''Hand'''/ - are all student bars in the city center, next to the green "cube" (modern statue). They are perfect for a bar crawl (ar at least some, depending on music taste) since they are literally next door to each other. They all stand out in the Iasi night scene as they only play modern rock music - indie - dubstep - alternative rock and heavy metal (the first bar mostly pop-rock and folk and the last one heavy metal, the rest something in between). During the week they have a lot of concerts from local bands or karaoke nights, during the weekends everybody just dances. These bars are a favorite hang-out for Erasmus students as they offer a diverse music genre and are very cultural friendly. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10 RON, shots 30ml 5-6 RON.
		+
		+	* '''Mojo''' - close to the National Theatre, indie and alternative rock music, they sometimes host LGBT parties for the local community. It's sign is the "tree of life", be careful as there is only a door with stairs going downwards, easy to miss. Check the website for a more detailed map.
		+
		+	*'''Acaju''' - from the National Theatre, make a right and when you get to the parking lot make a left. Walk for 2 minutes and you will find this bar (a couple of more houses far from the other bars you will find on the way). This is a very friendly bar with all sorts of music, from jazz to dubstep. They have a strong community along with some of the local NGO's that occasionally will have different activities as: "Slow food" (home cooked food served to everyone), "Papergirl" (customers will be invited to draw on paper) and so on. This is a neighborhood made of houses or small buildings, it might look deserted and unfriendly but it's very safe to go to this bar. If you feel like wondering around afterwards, just go back where you came to the big boulevards where there's more people. Nothing can happen to you, just nasty beggars that will not leave you alone. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10-15 RON
		+
		+	* '''Brain''' - from "Union Plaza" ("Piața Unirii"), if you walk towards the train station, take the first left and you will find this modernist bar that will appeal to electro-music fans. Everything from electro to IDM and a lot of concerts with crazy visuals. They also have a non-smoking room upstairs where they will mostly have project documentaries or live concerts from different bands. Beer 5 RON, glass wine 5 RON.
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		+	* '''Kaze''' - door to door with '''Brain''' bar, the only bar where you will find non-stop reggae music. Beer - 4-5 RON, cocktails 10 RON.
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		+	* '''London pub''' situated in the Astoria Hotel in the city center, this is a theme pub that is a favorite hang out for watching a football match if you feel like it. It's mostly addressed for business men and morning coffees as there will be no dancing usually here, but it's a nice place to enjoy one of their specialties. A 50cl Tuborg is around 6.5-7 RON.

	* '''Clubul Presei''' (The Press Club) is situated in the basement of the Gulliver Block (first tall building on the Stefan cel Mare boulevard starting from Piata Unirii), on the side opposite to the main street. Look for the yellow door with the ramp leading to it. Though not exactly a metal bar, it's a meeting point for metalheads and other alternative types, since it serves some of the best mulled wine in Iasi. You might want to stick to the small serving, though. It can make you much tipsier than you'd think. If you want to play it safe, go for their special, brandy-and-whipped cream hot chocolate. Oh, and try to avoid the toilets. If you've lived in, or traveled extensively through Eastern Europe you've seen much worse, but there's still no need to subject yourself to that mess.		* '''Clubul Presei''' (The Press Club) is situated in the basement of the Gulliver Block (first tall building on the Stefan cel Mare boulevard starting from Piata Unirii), on the side opposite to the main street. Look for the yellow door with the ramp leading to it. Though not exactly a metal bar, it's a meeting point for metalheads and other alternative types, since it serves some of the best mulled wine in Iasi. You might want to stick to the small serving, though. It can make you much tipsier than you'd think. If you want to play it safe, go for their special, brandy-and-whipped cream hot chocolate. Oh, and try to avoid the toilets. If you've lived in, or traveled extensively through Eastern Europe you've seen much worse, but there's still no need to subject yourself to that mess.
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		+	* '''Iulius Mall''' is actually a retail mall, but if you want a decent shopping experience with trying some of the more extravagant bars in Iasi, you will need to get here. Everything from Italian gelateries that will give you ice-creams and espressos to oriental themed restaurants. Obviously, there is a big "food-court" as well, with plenty of international fast-food chains. Prices will range , but only because most of this bars will only serve you import beer (for example) that you won't find anywhere else so you will get a reasonable bargain if this is what you want. Everyone will know where this mall is, from people on the street to taxis, it's located in the student housing center of "Tudor Vladimirescu". It's best to get a taxi or a bus, as it might be a long walk, depending where you are from.

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Skopje

Jjtk — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:07:39 GMT

Events - links

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	* <do name="Skopje Summer Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">The epithets such as the most abundant, the most various, the longest and, according to many authorized marks, one of the most qualitative cultural manifestation of international character which is held in Macedonia, characterize Skopje Summer. This manifestation has even received an acknowledgement of its reputation outside the Macedonian borders which is verified by the membership of the International Festivals & Events Association - IFEA.</do>		* <do name="Skopje Summer Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">The epithets such as the most abundant, the most various, the longest and, according to many authorized marks, one of the most qualitative cultural manifestation of international character which is held in Macedonia, characterize Skopje Summer. This manifestation has even received an acknowledgement of its reputation outside the Macedonian borders which is verified by the membership of the International Festivals & Events Association - IFEA.</do>

-	* <do name="Offest" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">This festival takes place on several locations in Skopje, such as the Universal Hall, Skopje Square, the Youth Cultural Center, and many attractive night clubs in the city.</do>	+	* <do name="Offest" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="http://www.offest.com.mk/" hours="" price="">This festival takes place on several locations in Skopje, such as the Universal Hall, Skopje Square, the Youth Cultural Center, and many attractive night clubs in the city. June.</do>

-	* <do name="Skopje Jazz Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">For one week every October, Skopje hosts eminent jazz musicians from all over the world. The Skopje Jazz Festival is considered to be one of the best of its kind in Europe.</do>	+	* <do name="Skopje Jazz Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="http://www.skopjejazzfest.com.mk/" hours="" price="">For one week every October, Skopje hosts eminent jazz musicians from all over the world. The Skopje Jazz Festival is considered to be one of the best of its kind in Europe. October.</do>

	* <do name="May Opera Evenings" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">The May Opera Evenings have been one of the most visited events in Skopje. Over the years, the stage of the Macedonian Ballet and Opera Theatre has hosted a number of ballet performances, operas, and many concerts. This event represents a true professional challenge for the artists and a wonderful musical experience for the audience.</do>		* <do name="May Opera Evenings" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">The May Opera Evenings have been one of the most visited events in Skopje. Over the years, the stage of the Macedonian Ballet and Opera Theatre has hosted a number of ballet performances, operas, and many concerts. This event represents a true professional challenge for the artists and a wonderful musical experience for the audience.</do>
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	* <do name="Autumn Music" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="November" price="">Organized to enrich the music life with its genres and themes in accordance to its conception and to provide another place for the performances of the native and foreign artist. There is the classical music as a base of this manifestation's programme, yet it always leaves space for the other types of music genres such as jazz, popular song, ethno music etc.</do>		* <do name="Autumn Music" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="November" price="">Organized to enrich the music life with its genres and themes in accordance to its conception and to provide another place for the performances of the native and foreign artist. There is the classical music as a base of this manifestation's programme, yet it always leaves space for the other types of music genres such as jazz, popular song, ethno music etc.</do>

-	* <do name="VINO SKOP - Skopje Wine Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="October" price="">~~wine~~ tasting, vineyard visits, live musical entertainment from international artists in the heart of the city.</do>	+	* <do name="VINO SKOP - Skopje Wine Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="October" price="">Wine tasting, vineyard visits, live musical entertainment from international artists in the heart of the city.</do>

-	* <do name="BuskerFest" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="~~End of~~ May ~~till~~ June for 10 days" price="">~~street~~ performers Festival. Tours Macedonian cities, as well as Budva, Montenegro and Sibenik, Croatia.</do>	+	* <do name="BuskerFest" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="http://www.buskerfestmakedonija.com/" hours="May/June for 10 days" price="">Street performers Festival. Tours Macedonian cities, as well as Budva, Montenegro and Sibenik, Croatia.</do>

-	* <do name="PIVOLEND" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="September" price="">Gourmet weekend with beer.</do>	+	* <do name="PIVOLEND" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="August/September" price="">Gourmet weekend with beer.</do>

	* <do name="Vasilica (New Year)" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="14th January" price="">Celebrated in the home.</do>		* <do name="Vasilica (New Year)" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="14th January" price="">Celebrated in the home.</do>

-	* <do name="Herdelezi / Djurdjevden" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="8th of May" price="">Spring festival celebrated at home and in public. Usually crowned by a great open air concert. After ~~herdelezi~~ the wedding season begins. Almost every day you can meet a wedding procession or a procession accompanying the gifts for the bride.</do>	+	* <do name="Herdelezi / Djurdjevden" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="8th of May" price="">Spring festival celebrated at home and in public. Usually crowned by a great open air concert. After Herdelezi the wedding season begins. Almost every day you can meet a wedding procession or a procession accompanying the gifts for the bride.</do>

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Brighton (England)

86.140.59.143 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:07:22 GMT

North Brighton -

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	*'''Mitre''' (Bond Street) Traditional Harvey's pub, just off the London Road shopping area, with quietly dotty regulars.		*'''Mitre''' (Bond Street) Traditional Harvey's pub, just off the London Road shopping area, with quietly dotty regulars.
	*'''Druids Arms'''. (Ditchling Road) Strenuously eccentric pub (the landlord sports a fez!) with cheap beer and Thai food. Located where the Open Market backs onto the Level.		*'''Druids Arms'''. (Ditchling Road) Strenuously eccentric pub (the landlord sports a fez!) with cheap beer and Thai food. Located where the Open Market backs onto the Level.
-	*'''Cobbler's ~~Arms~~''' (New England Road) Scruffy, studenty and utterly laid-back.	+	*'''Cobbler's Thumb''' (New England Road) Scruffy, studenty and utterly laid-back.

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Saudi Arabia

87.101.155.9 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:51:43 GMT

Nusa Lembongan

112.215.36.173 — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:51:35 GMT

updated listing Mushroom Garden Villas

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	* <sleep name="Nusa Lembongan Resort" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 361 725864" url="http://www.nusalembonganresort.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="Garden view villa from US$235 and ocean view villa from US$300, American breakfast included" lat="" long="" email="info-nlr@nusalembonganresort.com">This 12 cottage hotel has been around for a while, and it has definitely seen ''far'' better days. The location is superb though right on the western headland of Mushroom Bay. 7 of the cottages have clear ocean views, as does the bar and restaurant.</sleep>		* <sleep name="Nusa Lembongan Resort" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 361 725864" url="http://www.nusalembonganresort.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="Garden view villa from US$235 and ocean view villa from US$300, American breakfast included" lat="" long="" email="info-nlr@nusalembonganresort.com">This 12 cottage hotel has been around for a while, and it has definitely seen ''far'' better days. The location is superb though right on the western headland of Mushroom Bay. 7 of the cottages have clear ocean views, as does the bar and restaurant.</sleep>

-	* <sleep name="Mushroom Garden Villas" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 366 5596406, +62 819 16320356" url="http://www.mushroomgardenvilla.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="~~Standard villa with A/C from Rp 900~~.000/~~night, 1 bedroom villa with A~~/~~C and hot water from Rp 1,000,000/night daily~~ breakfast ~~included~~" lat="" long="" email="sales@mushroomgardenvilla.com">~~4 standard villa and 4~~ villa with A/~~C and hot water.~~</sleep>	+	* <sleep name="Mushroom Garden Villas" alt="" address="Mushroom Bay" directions="" phone="+62 366 5596406, +62 819 16320356" url="http://www.mushroomgardenvilla.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="500.000/r/n included breakfast" lat="" long="" email="sales@mushroomgardenvilla.com">one bedroom villa with AC only 500.000/r/n included breakfast</sleep>

Saudi Arabia

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-	The Sarawat or Sarat mountain range runs parallel to the Red Sea coast beginning near the Jordanian border until the southern coast of Yemen, gradually increasing in height southwards. It is largely made up of barren volcanic rock, especially in the south, and sandstone in the north, but it is also interspersed with ancient lava fields and fertile valleys. As one moves further south towards Yemen, the barren landscape gradually give way to green mountains and even woodlands, the result of being in the range of the monsoons. In Saudi Arabia, the range is commonly known as the Hejaz, though the southernmost part of the range is known as 'Aseer. In the foothills of the Hejaz lies the holy city of ~~Mecca~~, and approximately 400 km north of ~~Mecca~~ in an oasis between two large lava fields lies the other holy city of ~~Medina~~.	+	The Sarawat or Sarat mountain range runs parallel to the Red Sea coast beginning near the Jordanian border until the southern coast of Yemen, gradually increasing in height southwards. It is largely made up of barren volcanic rock, especially in the south, and sandstone in the north, but it is also interspersed with ancient lava fields and fertile valleys. As one moves further south towards Yemen, the barren landscape gradually give way to green mountains and even woodlands, the result of being in the range of the monsoons. In Saudi Arabia, the range is commonly known as the Hejaz, though the southernmost part of the range is known as 'Aseer. In the foothills of the Hejaz lies the holy city of Makkah, and approximately 400 km north of Makkah in an oasis between two large lava fields lies the other holy city of Madinah.

	West of the Sarawat or Hejaz mountain range is a narrow coastal plain known as Tihama, in which the country's second largest city, Jidda, is located.		West of the Sarawat or Hejaz mountain range is a narrow coastal plain known as Tihama, in which the country's second largest city, Jidda, is located.

Haifa

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	* <see name="Bahá'í Gardens and World Center" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+972-4-831-3131" url="http://terraces.bahai.org/visiting.en.html" hours="Every day but Wednesday" price="The tours are free and no reservation is required, unless you are a group of 25 or more. Check their website to find out when the tours take place: [http://www.ganbahai.org.il/en/tours/#currenttimetable]" lat="" long="" email="" fax="+972-4-831-3132">The gardens and world centre on Mount Carmel's northern slope area a must-see for any visitor to Haifa. Comprising the golden-domed '''Shrine of the Báb''', terraced gardens and administrative buildings, the World Centre is the holiest site of pilgrimage for the members of the Bahá'í faith, as well as the faith's central administrative center. The gardens are stunning and well worth visiting if you are in Haifa.</see>		* <see name="Bahá'í Gardens and World Center" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+972-4-831-3131" url="http://terraces.bahai.org/visiting.en.html" hours="Every day but Wednesday" price="The tours are free and no reservation is required, unless you are a group of 25 or more. Check their website to find out when the tours take place: [http://www.ganbahai.org.il/en/tours/#currenttimetable]" lat="" long="" email="" fax="+972-4-831-3132">The gardens and world centre on Mount Carmel's northern slope area a must-see for any visitor to Haifa. Comprising the golden-domed '''Shrine of the Báb''', terraced gardens and administrative buildings, the World Centre is the holiest site of pilgrimage for the members of the Bahá'í faith, as well as the faith's central administrative center. The gardens are stunning and well worth visiting if you are in Haifa.</see>
	* <see name="Cave of Elijah" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Elijah is considered a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The Carmelites have a tradition that they were founded by Elijah at this time. According to tradition, Elijah lived in a cave on Mt. Carmel during the reign of King Ahab. The site itself may disappoint many tourists. One enjoyable and scenic option for good walkers is to walk down to the cave from Stella Maris (monastery) at the top of Mt. Carmel.</see>		* <see name="Cave of Elijah" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Elijah is considered a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The Carmelites have a tradition that they were founded by Elijah at this time. According to tradition, Elijah lived in a cave on Mt. Carmel during the reign of King Ahab. The site itself may disappoint many tourists. One enjoyable and scenic option for good walkers is to walk down to the cave from Stella Maris (monastery) at the top of Mt. Carmel.</see>
-	* <see name="Stella Maris" address="" phone="" email="" fax="" hours="" price="" url="">A French Carmelite church, monastery and hospice. This is the founding place of the Carmelite Order, a religious order of the Roman Catholic Church. ~~Located atop Mount Carmel~~, ~~there is a hiking trail connecting it~~ to the ~~Cave~~ of Elijah below.</see>	+	* <see name="Stella Maris" address="" phone="" email="" fax="" hours="" price="" url="">A French Carmelite church, monastery and hospice. This is the founding place of the Carmelite Order, a religious order of the Roman Catholic Church. The present monastery and church, built over what the Carmelites believe to be a cave where Elijah lived, dates from 1836 after the previous buildings were destroyed in 1821 by Abdullah, pasha of Akko. It's worth visiting the church to view the beautiful painted ceiling which portrays Elijah and the famous chariot of fire (in which he ascended to heaven), King David with his harp, the saints of the order, the prophets Isaiah, Ezekiel and David, and the Holy Family with the four evangelists below. A small adjoining museum contains ruins of former cloisters dating from Byzantine and Crusader times.</see>
	* <see name="German Colony" alt="" address="Centered around Ben-Gurion Boulevard" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="All hours" price="Free" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">In 1868 members of German Templar Society (not to be confused with the Knights of the Templars) purchased land that was far from the city and set out to build the first planned agricultural community in the Holy Land. Many of the original templar houses have been preserved and have undergone restoration in the last decade of 20th century. Now the main street of the former colony (Ben-Gurion Boulevard) is a promenade, with many restaurants and coffee shops. Some examples of good places in the German Colony are Havana Plus, a hookah bar with a full service bar; Milagro, a restaurant that provides great beer on tap and live music after 8PM; and Isabella, one of the finer restaurants in the area. The City History Museum and the local Tourist Board are also located here.</see>		* <see name="German Colony" alt="" address="Centered around Ben-Gurion Boulevard" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="All hours" price="Free" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">In 1868 members of German Templar Society (not to be confused with the Knights of the Templars) purchased land that was far from the city and set out to build the first planned agricultural community in the Holy Land. Many of the original templar houses have been preserved and have undergone restoration in the last decade of 20th century. Now the main street of the former colony (Ben-Gurion Boulevard) is a promenade, with many restaurants and coffee shops. Some examples of good places in the German Colony are Havana Plus, a hookah bar with a full service bar; Milagro, a restaurant that provides great beer on tap and live music after 8PM; and Isabella, one of the finer restaurants in the area. The City History Museum and the local Tourist Board are also located here.</see>
	* <see name="University of Haifa" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Located at the top of Carmel, the campus was originally designed by the architect of [[Brasilia]] and UN building in [[New York City]], Oscar Niemeyer. Newer buildings were added later. The top 30th floor of the Eshkol Tower, provides an incredible view of almost the entire North of Israel. The campus is also a home of Hecht Museum with its rich archeology and art collections. Entry to both of these attraction is free.</see>		* <see name="University of Haifa" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Located at the top of Carmel, the campus was originally designed by the architect of [[Brasilia]] and UN building in [[New York City]], Oscar Niemeyer. Newer buildings were added later. The top 30th floor of the Eshkol Tower, provides an incredible view of almost the entire North of Israel. The campus is also a home of Hecht Museum with its rich archeology and art collections. Entry to both of these attraction is free.</see>

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New section: hi!

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	'''Saudi Arabia''' is a [[Middle East\|Middle Eastern]] country that occupies most of the Arabian peninsula and has coastlines on the Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf and Red Sea. Neighbouring countries include [[Jordan]] to the northwest, [[Iraq]] and [[Kuwait]] to the northeast, [[Bahrain]] and [[Qatar]] to the east, the [[United Arab Emirates]] to the southeast, and [[Oman]] and [[Yemen]] to the south.		'''Saudi Arabia''' is a [[Middle East\|Middle Eastern]] country that occupies most of the Arabian peninsula and has coastlines on the Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf and Red Sea. Neighbouring countries include [[Jordan]] to the northwest, [[Iraq]] and [[Kuwait]] to the northeast, [[Bahrain]] and [[Qatar]] to the east, the [[United Arab Emirates]] to the southeast, and [[Oman]] and [[Yemen]] to the south.

-	Saudi Arabia contains the holy Muslim cities of [[~~Mecca~~]] and [[~~Medina~~]], to which all physically and financially able Muslims are required to make a pilgrimage at least once if possible (see [[Hajj]]).	+	Saudi Arabia contains the holy Muslim cities of [[Makkah]] and [[Madinah]], to which all physically and financially able Muslims are required to make a pilgrimage at least once if possible (see [[Hajj]]).

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	* [[Abha]] - a summer tourist mountain resort city in the southwest near the Yemeni border		* [[Abha]] - a summer tourist mountain resort city in the southwest near the Yemeni border
	* [[Dhahran]] - the home of Saudi Aramco, the world's largest petroleum company		* [[Dhahran]] - the home of Saudi Aramco, the world's largest petroleum company
-	* [[Jeddah]] (''Jiddah'') - a large metropolitan city on the Red Sea, and the gateway to ~~Mecca~~ and ~~Medina~~	+	* [[Jeddah]] (''Jiddah'') - a large metropolitan city on the Red Sea, and the gateway to Makkah and Madinah
	* [[Jubail]] - the largest industrial city in the kingdom		* [[Jubail]] - the largest industrial city in the kingdom
-	* [[~~Mecca~~]] (''Makkah'') - the holiest city of Islam	+	* [[Makkah]] (''Makkah'') - the holiest city of Islam
-	* [[~~Medina~~]] (''Madinah'') - the site of the Prophet's Mosque	+	* [[Madinah]] (''Madinah'') - the site of the Prophet's Mosque
	* [[Najran]] - a Yemeni-influenced city with a remarkable fortress		* [[Najran]] - a Yemeni-influenced city with a remarkable fortress
	* [[Taif]] - the moderate size mountain town and popular resort area		* [[Taif]] - the moderate size mountain town and popular resort area
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	==Other destinations==		==Other destinations==
	* [[Empty Quarter]] (''Rub' al Khali'') - one of the largest sand deserts on earth		* [[Empty Quarter]] (''Rub' al Khali'') - one of the largest sand deserts on earth
-	* [[Hajj]] - the Muslim pilgrimage to ~~Mecca~~	+	* [[Hajj]] - the Muslim pilgrimage to Makkah
	* [[Madain Saleh]] - Ruined Nabataean city similar to [[Petra]]		* [[Madain Saleh]] - Ruined Nabataean city similar to [[Petra]]

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	===By plane===		===By plane===
-	Saudi Arabia has 4 international airports at [[Riyadh]], [[Jeddah]], [[~~Medina~~]] ,and [[Dammam]] . The airport at Dhahran is now closed to civil traffic, so passengers to the Eastern Region now fly into Dammam, or into nearby [[Bahrain]] (which is much better connected) and then cross into Saudi Arabia by car.	+	Saudi Arabia has 4 international airports at [[Riyadh]], [[Jeddah]], [[Madinah]] ,and [[Dammam]] . The airport at Dhahran is now closed to civil traffic, so passengers to the Eastern Region now fly into Dammam, or into nearby [[Bahrain]] (which is much better connected) and then cross into Saudi Arabia by car.

	Saudi Arabia is served by the national airline '''Saudi Arabian Airlines''' [http://www.saudiairlines.com/], often referred to by its Arabic name ''Saudia''. Saudia has a reasonable safety record, but many of their planes are on the old side and the quality of service, inflight entertainment etc tends to be low. Virtually all Gulf airlines and most major European airlines fly into Saudi.		Saudi Arabia is served by the national airline '''Saudi Arabian Airlines''' [http://www.saudiairlines.com/], often referred to by its Arabic name ''Saudia''. Saudia has a reasonable safety record, but many of their planes are on the old side and the quality of service, inflight entertainment etc tends to be low. Virtually all Gulf airlines and most major European airlines fly into Saudi.
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	Internal travel permits are a thing of the past, so once you've gotten into Saudi, the country is your oyster. There are, however, three exceptions:		Internal travel permits are a thing of the past, so once you've gotten into Saudi, the country is your oyster. There are, however, three exceptions:
	* Many archaeological sites around the country, eg. [[Madain Saleh]], require permits. The National Museum in [[Riyadh]] issues these free of charge, but you should apply at least a week in advance.		* Many archaeological sites around the country, eg. [[Madain Saleh]], require permits. The National Museum in [[Riyadh]] issues these free of charge, but you should apply at least a week in advance.
-	* The area around [[~~Mecca~~]] and [[~~Medina~~]] is off-limits to non-Muslims; conversely, those on [[Hajj]] visas are prohibited from leaving the area (and transit points like Jeddah). The exclusion zone is well signposted.	+	* The area around [[Makkah]] and [[Madinah]] is off-limits to non-Muslims; conversely, those on [[Hajj]] visas are prohibited from leaving the area (and transit points like Jeddah). The exclusion zone is well signposted.
	* Some remote areas, notably around the Iraqi and Yemeni borders, are restricted military zones. You're exceedingly unlikely to stumble into them by accident.		* Some remote areas, notably around the Iraqi and Yemeni borders, are restricted military zones. You're exceedingly unlikely to stumble into them by accident.

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-	The railway network in Saudi Arabia is seriously underdeveloped, with only one line running between [[Riyadh]], [[Al-Hofuf]] and [[Dammam]], but it's still the only passenger train service in the entire Gulf. There are plans to extend the network to [[Jeddah]] and build a [[~~Mecca~~]]-[[~~Medina~~]] link during the next few years.	+	The railway network in Saudi Arabia is seriously underdeveloped, with only one line running between [[Riyadh]], [[Al-Hofuf]] and [[Dammam]], but it's still the only passenger train service in the entire Gulf. There are plans to extend the network to [[Jeddah]] and build a [[Makkah]]-[[Madinah]] link during the next few years.

	The trains are operated by '''Saudi Railways Organization''' [http://www.saudirailways.org/portal/page/portal/PRTS/root] and have 3 classes: Second, First and the delightfully named Rehab. First and Second classes are very similar, with aircon and two-by-two seating, but First has a few inches of extra legroom. Rehab (VIP) class, on the other hand, has plush leather seats, roof-mounted flat-panel TVs showing Arabic entertainment, and slick waiting lounges at stations. There are no reserved seats, so show up early to claim yours, and beware that most carriages reserve the forward-facing seats at the front of each carriage for families. Trains have a cafeteria car serving up drinks and snacks, as well as push-trolley service.		The trains are operated by '''Saudi Railways Organization''' [http://www.saudirailways.org/portal/page/portal/PRTS/root] and have 3 classes: Second, First and the delightfully named Rehab. First and Second classes are very similar, with aircon and two-by-two seating, but First has a few inches of extra legroom. Rehab (VIP) class, on the other hand, has plush leather seats, roof-mounted flat-panel TVs showing Arabic entertainment, and slick waiting lounges at stations. There are no reserved seats, so show up early to claim yours, and beware that most carriages reserve the forward-facing seats at the front of each carriage for families. Trains have a cafeteria car serving up drinks and snacks, as well as push-trolley service.
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	Few local products are of interest to tourists. Locally grown dates are of high quality, and religious paraphernalia is widely available, but almost exclusively imported. Copies of the Qur'an are produced in a wide range of editions and sold at very low prices. ''Zam zam'' water is available throughout the Western Region and at all airports.		Few local products are of interest to tourists. Locally grown dates are of high quality, and religious paraphernalia is widely available, but almost exclusively imported. Copies of the Qur'an are produced in a wide range of editions and sold at very low prices. ''Zam zam'' water is available throughout the Western Region and at all airports.

-	Carpets are a favorite purchase, most of these coming from nearby Iran. [[Jeddah]] in particular has lots of carpets, many brought by pilgrims who sell them there to help finance their trip to [[~~Mecca~~]].	+	Carpets are a favorite purchase, most of these coming from nearby Iran. [[Jeddah]] in particular has lots of carpets, many brought by pilgrims who sell them there to help finance their trip to [[Makkah]].

-	Large gold and jewelry markets are prominent in all major cities. Bargaining is a norm in most small to medium sized stores. ~~Mecca~~ and ~~Medina~~ offer a lot of variety in terms of luggage, clothing, jewelry, knick-knacks, souvenirs, toys, food, perfume, incense, and religious literature, audio, and paraphernalia.	+	Large gold and jewelry markets are prominent in all major cities. Bargaining is a norm in most small to medium sized stores. Makkah and Madinah offer a lot of variety in terms of luggage, clothing, jewelry, knick-knacks, souvenirs, toys, food, perfume, incense, and religious literature, audio, and paraphernalia.

	Large, well maintained air-conditioned malls and grocery stores (i.e. Safeway, Geant, Carrefour [http://www.carrefourksa.com/]) are scattered throughout the kingdom.		Large, well maintained air-conditioned malls and grocery stores (i.e. Safeway, Geant, Carrefour [http://www.carrefourksa.com/]) are scattered throughout the kingdom.
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-	* '''Al-Baik''' - fried chicken- in Jeddah, ~~Mecca~~ and ~~Medina~~, but not Riyadh	+	* '''Al-Baik''' - fried chicken- in Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah, but not Riyadh
	* '''Baak''' - Pizza (thin crust and quite good), fried chicken, lasagna, sandwiches		* '''Baak''' - Pizza (thin crust and quite good), fried chicken, lasagna, sandwiches
	* '''Kudu'''[http://www.ekudu.com/] - Saudi sandwich chain		* '''Kudu'''[http://www.ekudu.com/] - Saudi sandwich chain
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	==Sleep==		==Sleep==
-	Hotels of all types are available throughout the Kingdom. Most tourist cities (i.e. Makkah, ~~Medina~~, Taif, Al Abha) will also have very affordable and spacious shigka-maafroosha (short-term furnished rental apartments). Shigka-maafroosha owners generally loiter in hotel lobbies. Often, they will approach civilized-looking people (generally families) and make an offer. Prices for shigka-mafrooshas and small hotels are always negotiable to a great degree. Smaller hotels will only accept cash, normally in advance.	+	Hotels of all types are available throughout the Kingdom. Most tourist cities (i.e. Makkah, Madinah, Taif, Al Abha) will also have very affordable and spacious shigka-maafroosha (short-term furnished rental apartments). Shigka-maafroosha owners generally loiter in hotel lobbies. Often, they will approach civilized-looking people (generally families) and make an offer. Prices for shigka-mafrooshas and small hotels are always negotiable to a great degree. Smaller hotels will only accept cash, normally in advance.

	Larger, more expensive hotels are abundant in all major cities. After the lull caused by the insurgency in 2003, prices have been rising again, and you can expect to pay north of US$200 for a weekday night at a good hotel in any of the big Saudi cities. In exchange, you usually get excellent service and the ability to work around some restrictions (eg. restaurants that stay open through prayer hours and daytime room service during Ramadan).		Larger, more expensive hotels are abundant in all major cities. After the lull caused by the insurgency in 2003, prices have been rising again, and you can expect to pay north of US$200 for a weekday night at a good hotel in any of the big Saudi cities. In exchange, you usually get excellent service and the ability to work around some restrictions (eg. restaurants that stay open through prayer hours and daytime room service during Ramadan).