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A BACKPACKER'S GUIDE TO EUROPE |
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Fielding's DangerFinder
Do you feel lucky? If you like the nickname "Stumpy," this site can help. Predictably, only a few European countries make the rank of "dangerous place," such as Russia and Israel. Read about getting in, getting around, and getting out. Other great sections make this unique guide entertaining and informative.
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The Mile High Club
If you're feeling randy, you'll enjoy this guide. It's not so much about traveling in Europe, as what you can do while on your way there. Giggle at these tips on how to execute the perfect "mile high" rendezvous or, if you're so inclined, take the advice.
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Budget Traveller's Guide to Sleeping in Airports
Ready to sleep in the comforts of... an airport? Yep, this guide suggests sleeping in airports as a way to shave a few dollars off the ol' travel budget. Read readers' reviews of the sleepability of European airports and other interesting places. Even if you don't bed down on the nearest bench, it's a fun read.
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Hitcher's Home, Guide to Hitchhiking
Thumb-it across Europe! This home for the nomads of the road is a good resource for hitchhiking on the web. Read the author's notes on "Why I Like Hitchhiking," resources on planning a trip, what to take with you, travel stories, pros/cons of hitchhiking, and e-mail for advice on hitching in Europe.
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No Shitting in the Toilet
NSITT was a full-blown Web site, but Peter Moore has taken his offbeat travel tips and treasures into print. There are plenty of preserved nuggets on his site from NSITT including "Suspicious Packages" and the "Cackwalk": foolish strangers in native dress. You can order the print version of "NSITT" online.
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