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10th May 2012
Ok so I made the rash decision to go on my very first contiki during DEC/JAN this year… thhe thing is, I’m 29yo. I’m just a little worried that becoz Contiki have a rep for young travellers partying (which I don’t mind!) will I be able to mingle with everyone?
I consider myself quite socialble, but as I will be on the tour during NYE, I really don’t want to be left out and stuck in my hotel room 
Sounds a little immature I know, but it’s my first trip/tour on my own and I hope to make it a good one.
Would appreciate any advice from those who have been in the same situation as I, and how you overcame a similar paranoia… thanks!
10th May 2012
I’ve been looking at going on this tour, and I found that for the winter tours there isn’t a mountain excursion offered for Switzerland. I’m bummed – I was so looking forward to going up in the mountains. Anyone know of anyway to make this happen? Can this be done “on your own”?
Thanks!
10th May 2012
Hi all,
Was wondering what everyone wish they had known before leaving to go on tour!
Eg:
Was there anything that you didn’t need?
Wish you had brought?
Any optionals you wish you did or wish you didn’t do?
Hope that makes sense!
Thanks!
10th May 2012
i desperatly want to plan my options itinerary but with little info on how much time we spend in each place its really hard! Ignoring the money factor i would like to do probably 2-3 activities per location but for most locations we are only there 1 day! how do i chose between so many things!
1.which white water rafting is best
2. which helicopter ride is best
help me experianced contiki ppl!
10th May 2012
I’m from the U.S. and was wondering what it would type of “currency” it would be best for me to bring. My credit card has a high enough limit, but my mother still insists that travelers checks are best…and I know I should probably bring some “just in case” cash, but how much is too much? I’m only going for thirteen days (the 12-day Amsterdam to Barcelona tour with one extra day in Amsterdam). Thanks in advance!
10th May 2012
Hi all,
A friend of mine and I are looking at doing the NY Explorer in sep 09 but wanting to do the trip that leaves on the 15th of Sep…we’re a little worried cause it’s not a prefered departure date :s Just wondering if anyone would know what the odds of it being canceled are?
Also, if you do book it and it gets canceled, does the hotel we’re booked in offer you a deal of any kind?
Thanks 
Shona
10th May 2012
8 weeks to go until we leave for our Europe trip
As with most girls I have already started trying to plan what to take and not to take in my backpack!
I am looking for some help as to whether I need winter or summer clothing for my trip.
We are heading to Tokyo first, onto London and then the usual trek throughout Europe. We will probably be staying in the general UK area for a working holiday afterwards!
I have some thermals, polar fleece/wind fleece and a down jacket already (due to a trip to NZ a few months ago!). Any suggestions???
Thank you!!!!!!!!!
Chell
10th May 2012
Hey Everyone
Just wondered if anyone that has done this tour or knows about it can give me some advice. Just wanting to know what you do on the NYC Explorer that is not listed in the book – do you walk over the Brooklyn Bridge?
My partner and I are there 3 days before the tour starts so we dont want to do the same things twice with so much to do and so little time!
10th May 2012
hey im doing the contrasts tour in july and was wondering what is best to pack being summer over there. i heard that shorts r beta to wear than skirts?
n whats this i read about covering up at the vatican.. does the tour guide giv us a heads up on that?
10th May 2012
Hi I’m going on the European Adventurer in September. I know it’s 6 mths away (i’m so excited. Anyway i was wondering if many of the countries speak english? And if the resturants have english menu’s.
Thanks
Bianca
10th May 2012
Is anyone travelling in May 08 for this tour?
I am from Perth WA and this is my first contiki trip. I’m a little nervous travelling alone but really looking forward to it.Can anyone offer words of wisdom for the first time traveller??
Sezz
10th May 2012
Hi Guys,
I’m looking for a bit of advice. I’m travelling to Europe next June and am doing an 18 day contiki tour ‘European Whirl’ and then going to Spain, Greece and Croatia!
I was wondering if any one could advise me on how much spending money I should bring. I’m a first-timer to Europe and I just want to start budgeting now so I’m prepared.
Thanks very much.
10th May 2012
hey all,
iv been trying to deal with this dilemma myself but i think i need some suggestions/advice? how on earth can you tell a junkie(only clothes & shoes thats my drug 
) to take half their usual fix?? im lost, dont wanna overpack but dont wanna be left without my favorite or something i mite possibly need/want! whats a girl to do!! I done an example list and whoa its heaps, i cant even get my shoes down to less than 5 pairs(and thats a big effort 4 me!)
what have all you other fashion addicts out there done! i know im going to shop but its just to hard to cut down! thanks guys!!
10th May 2012
I’m taking the tour London to Athens from April 13th to April 29th and I plan to spend a few days on one of the greek island before heading home. Which island would be the most fun and the warmest to go to from April 29th to May 1st? Also, does anyone know a good way of travelling and a cheap place to stay on the island?Is it better to book in Athens or before? I’m going by myself so I’m flexible.
Let me know!!! Thanks!!
10th May 2012
Anybody going on this m i the only one???
10th May 2012
Hi there,
I’m quite worried about this, because whenever I go overseas, I always gain weight which REALLY REALLY annoys me because of lack of exercise and always eat junk food. I know that I can’t cut down on foods, because in Europe, I really want to try everything! But I also want to look amazingly healthy and trim for my euro boys haha!
Please help with tips?
10th May 2012
Has anyone traveled with there laptop and regretted it? Just debating on bringing my laptop. It would be nice to have internet access to email friends and family back home while I’m away cause of the 15 hour difference from where I live and Sydney. Also just found out that the hotels I’m staying in don’t offer free internet or use Dial up. Being from the U.S. free internet is so common here and can get it anywhere and for Dial up, who still uses dial up lolol mad old school. Does anyone know if there are any internet cafe’s around Sydney that are easy to access?
