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10th May 2012
So do i have to bring a sleeping bag because I was under the impression that it was provided for us once I arrive for my tour? I’m going on the european escapade for june 25. The email i got confirming my booking said that the sleeping bag was provided for us so now i’m confused.
10th May 2012
Hi Everyone,
i was just wondering if any of you have any advice / preferance when it comes to shoes, i was thinking about taking Rabens to wear around on day trips etc, but would they be accepted into clubs/pubs etc on a night out if worn with like jeans and a nice top or something if i didnt want to dress right up?
or would you just recommend sneakers for daily trips and then nicer going out shoes?
i just think rabens would look a little nicer in the million photos i’ll be taking while in europe
10th May 2012
Hi All,
I’m a first time traveller and am soon to be going on the Wild Western contiki tour.
I’ve got a quite a few questions which I thought I’d put down and see if you could help with:
1) Prescription meds in the states? Would the safest bet just be to take a photocopy of the prescription or is there something else that I should be looking at doing?
2) I tend to get sick on busses so I’m a bit worried about the amount of bussing involved. I’ve got a prescription from the doctor for some medication but thought I’d ask what other peoples experience with this was
3) How do people find getting laundry done on these tours my plan was to pack very little so that i can buy whilst over in the states but i figure that if i arent able to do laundry regularly i could be in trouble!!
4) Ill be bring the usual ipod, phone, camera, etc which will require charging. Ive read that the busses are are equiped with aussie power points but would people still recommend bring a power converter
5)I’ve gone to my bank (st george) to confirm several times that my visa debit card will work ok. Each time i seem to get a different answer!! I’ve been told now that it will work fine but in the states everything is pin (no sign) and pins must be a minium of 6 digits for me to withdraw money at atm.
6) After the tour ends ill be stayin on for another week or so. Havent got anything planned in terms of what to do, where to go or where to stay. How easy is it to find it all on the go To stay at a youth hostel do i need to become a member or something first???
OK i think thats about it.
Thanks in advance for anyone reading through all of it and then responding!!! :-)
10th May 2012
Ok been told that your tour manager usually asks what people want to see and prebook groups, is this the case? or are you better off prebooking yourself or just turn up on the day and line up?
10th May 2012
Hi, Please help!! I will be going on the European Magic Contiki Tour on the 14th June 2009.
I need to get a Schengen visa but i need to know from which embassy. I have been getting so many conflicting stories. Some say i need to apply at the French embassy, some say the German embassy and some say the Italian embassy.
Whoever has been on this tour or is booked to go, please help me.
Thanks!!
10th May 2012
im going to europe next year and was wondering what everyone wishes they had known in advanced to go see? in your free time where are the places that are other huge or little that you recommend seeing?
thanks 
10th May 2012
Hello All. I am doing the Aussie Explorer in reverse starting Jan. 30, 2008. Anyone else on the same tour?? I haven’t done a tour like this…so any advice will be appreciated. I have a few questions: Do most people carry luggage or backpacks?? Will I need any specific vaccinations?? Whats the best form to carry my money?? Helpful hints are welcome!!
Thanks
10th May 2012
So I’m going to ask what everyone else ISN’T and want to know if it is true…..
Does everyone really hook up on Contiki or is it just one of those urban legends? heard things get pretty risque 
Also, anyone doing a contiki NZ in november? If so which one??? Help me choose please! xx
10th May 2012
I’m doing 2 tours – Reefs & Rainforests Jan 11-28 and then Grand Explorer in NZ Jan 28-Feb 11 and I was wondering how much stuff I need to pack?? Has anyone done two tours and if so, what did you bring?
10th May 2012
Hey everyone Im going on a 21 day tour around london, paris, amsterdam and everywhere like that and i was wondering should i take a skate board or buy one over there.
I was also wondering if there are many skate parks and skate shops around europe.
The only thing is im going in November so it will be winter and most likly snowing.
10th May 2012
Hi all
I’ll be travelling to Europe for the first time during the above dates and not sure what the weather is going to be like. If someone knows Europe pretty well or have been on the European Inspiration during these months please get back to me on what type of clothes should I bring and what kind of weather I should expect.
Cheers!!
Jake
10th May 2012
Hi Everyone,
Ok, firstly i planned to do a European 29day Contrast tour – concept style July next year 2009 as my boss used to sell contiki and highly recommended it. Although since then i’ve been looking at the 45 day Ultimate European Tour which includes option of Egypt or Greek Islands – concept style. It really doing my head in about choosing which one. The way i look at it, im really only likely to travel europe once . . .so i’m not worried about money aspects and want to make the most of my trip as it will be a life long memory. Although im getting very mixed reviews people say even at 29 days you will get sick and tired of packing your stuff and living out of a bad and get really tired and drained. Will 45 days be way to long . . .you get to see much more i.e more of greece, and even a bit of eastern europe. What does everyone recommend is it too long?? And would you take the 8 day Egypt option or the 8 day Greek Island Option ??? Help Help Help
xox
10th May 2012
Hi all,
I’m going on Mediterranean Highlights starting Sept 29 in Madrid. I’d really like to take in a soocer game and it looks like my best chance will be Fiorentino vs Juventus on Oct 7 in Florence. I’d rather not buy tickets in advance – do these games normally sell out?
10th May 2012
So I’ve been reading all the posts concerning what to lock up in the room during the day and what to bring with you during the day – but what about at night? If hotels aren’t safe to put valuables (I am bringing an expensive camera with changable lenses) then do you bring them with you when you go out?
Please help!
Thanks!
10th May 2012
Hey there. Someone told me that if you enter the Louvre via the underground entrance you basically skip the que to get in. Has anyone tried this? I heard the main entrance lines are reeeaaallly long….
10th May 2012
I dont know whether to do the South island or or just do the whole thing(Explorer)? Help talk me into it…..
10th May 2012
i’m just wondering what the dress code is for plaaces like the moulin rouge? at home i wear a nice pair of jeans and a dressy top and heels when i go out, but will this be ok for the moulin rouge? i’m travelling in april/may so it will prob be too cold for skirts and dresses at night. i don’t really want to buy a pair of dress pants just for this tour….
10th May 2012
Does anyone know if we have to book our own room Day 1 in London (i’m staying at the Royal National) or is it automatically booked for you once you book the tour? thnx!
