Comments on: Blog http://mariadams.com Europe in Photos Fri, 18 May 2012 18:22:59 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: all three http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-7823 all three Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:24:45 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-7823 Hi there,I am a professional pianist and Ive came up with a silly rule that allows me to have a fifteen minutes time out every one hour of training. So, each and every break I have to do some thing completely different, so usually I go to Search engines and look for the recommended last hour blog. It is enjoyable to do anything diverse and to examine new points each and every day. Btw, right now Im practicing. Beethoven. Your web page is great, I wish I could stay longer, however I have to get back to play In the future Ill drop by again. Hi there,I am a professional pianist and Ive came up with a silly rule that allows me to have a fifteen minutes time out every one hour of training. So, each and every break I have to do some thing completely different, so usually I go to Search engines and look for the recommended last hour blog. It is enjoyable to do anything diverse and to examine new points each and every day. Btw, right now Im practicing. Beethoven. Your web page is great, I wish I could stay longer, however I have to get back to play In the future Ill drop by again.

]]> By: mariadams http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-7770 mariadams Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:24:17 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-7770 Hello Marissa, I will be in Switzerland next week playing tourist guide to my sister and her family and will be following the Golden line itinerary. Such a beautiful country, too, La Suisse! Thanks for visiting my site, I just ask you and everyone's patience if I cannot update nor answer your messages instantly as I am too busy travelling, hehehe! In fact, I saw your post while in Paris, just when I was about to catch the train down South. Here I am now, in the lovely French Riviera, sunny and impressive as ever! Hello Marissa,

I will be in Switzerland next week playing tourist guide to my sister and her family and will be following the Golden line itinerary. Such a beautiful country, too, La Suisse!

Thanks for visiting my site, I just ask you and everyone’s patience if I cannot update nor answer your messages instantly as I am too busy travelling, hehehe! In fact, I saw your post while in Paris, just when I was about to catch the train down South. Here I am now, in the lovely French Riviera, sunny and impressive as ever!

]]> By: Marissa http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-7758 Marissa Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:37:52 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-7758 Hi Maria, I just stumbled upon your website and i just enjoy reading it.Im Pinay living in Switzerland.I have been in many places in France and i just love this beautiful country.Keep up the good work! Hi Maria,

I just stumbled upon your website and i just enjoy reading it.Im Pinay living in Switzerland.I have been in many places in France and i just love this beautiful country.Keep up the good work!

]]> By: gmmahoney http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6980 gmmahoney Sun, 24 Apr 2011 02:15:32 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6980 cont:....and do not bring many clothes coz it is more fun buying all your needed clothes accessories when travelling in europe coz it is like shopping in the philippines big grocey chains that sells clothings undies pajamas shoes etc. like coops stores are more likely cheaper than expensive private small boutiques it is fun to bargain hunt clothings in europe if there's no public paying laundrymats then just handwash lightly & hung to dry coz winter coats sweaters jackets will cover you entirely anyway lol!....just be aware that kidnappings for prostitutions are not rare in europe for the not so wealthy europeans for later used but europe is beautiful but not so much the same anymore i noticed a lot of not so good changes when i was there the last itme so many things that dragged europe to entirely different many quite strange societies i hope they already changes those not so great that i noticed so have fun travellings be happy anywhere lol! cont:….and do not bring many clothes coz it is more fun buying all your needed clothes accessories when travelling in europe coz it is like shopping in the philippines big grocey chains that sells clothings undies pajamas shoes etc. like coops stores are more likely cheaper than expensive private small boutiques it is fun to bargain hunt clothings in europe if there’s no public paying laundrymats then just handwash lightly & hung to dry coz winter coats sweaters jackets will cover you entirely anyway lol!….just be aware that kidnappings for prostitutions are not rare in europe for the not so wealthy europeans for later used but europe is beautiful but not so much the same anymore i noticed a lot of not so good changes when i was there the last itme so many things that dragged europe to entirely different many quite strange societies i hope they already changes those not so great that i noticed so have fun travellings be happy anywhere lol!

]]> By: gmmahoney http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6979 gmmahoney Sun, 24 Apr 2011 01:55:43 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6979 cont: ....most of my european travels are almsot free coz we have families relatives in almost all european countries who love to see us visits .... i only spent lots of money in airfares shoppings theaters concerts outdoor cafees tea rooms restaurants taxiz or rent a cars if needed but walking is great in any european wealthy safe countries ....to take small hotels-inns is way inexpensive in country sides only if you have too much time taking waiting for bus transfers coz of public transportations-ferries schedules mostly weekdays just every 10-15 minutes wait & week ends 30 minutes to an hour or more waits depends on availability or populations....it is important that when travelling find out if when are the last schedules of all public trasports to make sure you arenot stranded coz of different time schedules so next transfer buses trains may not be available anymore lol!....euro rail pass is only good if you are in a travel budget coz you can sleep inside the trains too for extra train comforts you need to reserved seats so youre not standing the whole time inside the trains if you want-need some sleeps trains do have sleeper couches but pay more or sleep in your seats so good luck to anyone & have fun travelling be safe always lol! cont: ….most of my european travels are almsot free coz we have families relatives in almost all european countries who love to see us visits …. i only spent lots of money in airfares shoppings theaters concerts outdoor cafees tea rooms restaurants taxiz or rent a cars if needed but walking is great in any european wealthy safe countries ….to take small hotels-inns is way inexpensive in country sides only if you have too much time taking waiting for bus transfers coz of public transportations-ferries schedules mostly weekdays just every 10-15 minutes wait & week ends 30 minutes to an hour or more waits depends on availability or populations….it is important that when travelling find out if when are the last schedules of all public trasports to make sure you arenot stranded coz of different time schedules so next transfer buses trains may not be available anymore lol!….euro rail pass is only good if you are in a travel budget coz you can sleep inside the trains too for extra train comforts you need to reserved seats so youre not standing the whole time inside the trains if you want-need some sleeps trains do have sleeper couches but pay more or sleep in your seats so good luck to anyone & have fun travelling be safe always lol!

]]> By: gmmahoney http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6978 gmmahoney Sun, 24 Apr 2011 01:34:27 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6978 hello! mariadams lol...i have 2 different ways of travelling to share with you....wintertime is the cheapest time to travel from u.s. main airporsts like L.A. chicago new york san francisco etc. there are european round trip fares for as low as $400.00 u.s. dollars indirect flights it is inconvenient but not if the wasted time are spent waiting in museums theaters cinemas shoppings or short countryside big buses short trips with highlighted mapsof places to see plus buses schedules inside any city-state public travel info stations mostly located in train stations or airports vicinities and quite easy if you know german french italian spanish english word for AIRPORTS TRAIN STATIONS BUS STATIONS POLICE STATIONS HOTELS INFORMATION CENTERS AND please thank you stop time what where who goodbyes etc just make sure youre at least 1 or 2 hours inside your flights terminals to avoid any cancellations & extra plane payments anywhere you maybe lol....some inexpensive winter flights sometimes comes with hotel rooms accomodationsor free breakfast do not be shy to asked if they do come with it....and yes buying daily or weekly bus fares called abonoments are handy no need to panic if you do not have enough money....to travel for almost free....from the main airport destination i buy eurorail bahn tickets for 2 or 4 weeks or more will of course will cost much more but cheaper cost you can stop anywhere to see-do what you like and just keep riding train, some ferries do come with the euro rail pass, my back packs are full of sodas water juices tasty bread with palaman in it ready home made some candies chocolates too...or we spent thousands of u.s. dollars in 4-5 star hotel accommodations that comes with our expensive returned airfares all inclusives lol!.... hello! mariadams lol…i have 2 different ways of travelling to share with you….wintertime is the cheapest time to travel from u.s. main airporsts like L.A. chicago new york san francisco etc. there are european round trip fares for as low as $400.00 u.s. dollars indirect flights it is inconvenient but not if the wasted time are spent waiting in museums theaters cinemas shoppings or short countryside big buses short trips with highlighted mapsof places to see plus buses schedules inside any city-state public travel info stations mostly located in train stations or airports vicinities and quite easy if you know german french italian spanish english word for AIRPORTS TRAIN STATIONS BUS STATIONS POLICE STATIONS HOTELS INFORMATION CENTERS AND please thank you stop time what where who goodbyes etc just make sure youre at least 1 or 2 hours inside your flights terminals to avoid any cancellations & extra plane payments anywhere you maybe lol….some inexpensive winter flights sometimes comes with hotel rooms accomodationsor free breakfast do not be shy to asked if they do come with it….and yes buying daily or weekly bus fares called abonoments are handy no need to panic if you do not have enough money….to travel for almost free….from the main airport destination i buy eurorail bahn tickets for 2 or 4 weeks or more will of course will cost much more
but cheaper cost you can stop anywhere to see-do what you like and just keep riding train, some ferries do come with the euro rail pass, my back packs are full of sodas water juices tasty bread with palaman in it ready home made some candies chocolates too…or we spent thousands of u.s. dollars in 4-5 star hotel accommodations that comes with our expensive returned airfares all inclusives lol!….

]]> By: MM http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6936 MM Tue, 19 Apr 2011 03:29:55 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6936 Hi Maria! Been going over your blog and I can say that it packs a lot of incredible info. I plan to go on a tour of Europe on 2012 with my wife. Can you suggest a nice itinerary for us? origin is manila and i hope you can also include switzerland and germany in the IT. Duration maybe around 20 days or so. Cheaper and cooler months of the year is best. I'm willing to take the trains if flights aren't available. Many Thanks, more power and more great travels to you! regards, MM Hi Maria!

Been going over your blog and I can say that it packs a lot of incredible info. I plan to go on a tour of Europe on 2012 with my wife. Can you suggest a nice itinerary for us? origin is manila and i hope you can also include switzerland and germany in the IT. Duration maybe around 20 days or so. Cheaper and cooler months of the year is best. I’m willing to take the trains if flights aren’t available. Many Thanks, more power and more great travels to you!

regards,

MM

]]> By: mariadams http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6881 mariadams Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:16:58 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6881 Hello Fernando Based on your schedule, I can say that April is the best month to go to Europe because it is Springtime, it's still the low season hence, you can find cheaper hotels, lots of touristy things going on but with less number of tourists. Northern cities like Berlin would be chilly still so bring a light jacket, southern and Mediterranean cities like Barcelona and Rome would be warmer so lighter clothing would be advisable, but not shorts as it is still inappropriate, jeans will do. Here is the draft itinerary I made for you: From your own countries of origin, FLY to Rome. Don't you think it will be more romantic if you meet up with your gf at the Trevi fountain in Rome? Huh! and you must complete that "unforgettable meeting" with a red rose ...ooppsss sorry but I am just romantic by nature :) Now back to work: Day 1 to 3... Sightseeing in Rome Day 4 (morning)...fly Easyjet to Berlin (2 hrs flight)...if you book early, fare is +/- 80euros per head Day 5 - 7 .....Sightseeing in Berlin Day 8 (morning)...fly Easyjet to Barcelona (2.5 hrs flight)....+/- 80euros per head Day 9 - 11 ....Sightseeing in Barcelona Day 12 (morning)...fly Easyjet to Milan (1.5 hrs flight)....+/- 50euros Day 14...fly back home Note that your long haul air ticket should be (for your gf for exqample): Manila - Rome - Milan - Manila Reasons are: there is no Easyjet flight from Barcelona to Rome; you can visit one more Italian city (Milan) Sightseeing Tips: - Take the sightseeing bus so you see the attractions from a high vantage point, then hop on, hop off in your own time. Some buses offer a 2-day validity, some for 24 hours. - Go straight to the Tourist Office of a city for a tourist map. You can do the walking tour yourself as the interesting routes are highlighted on the map. - Buy a DAY ticket which will allow you unlimited rides on the bus/tram/metro or city train - Join the free walking tours Berlin...http://www.newberlintours.com/daily-tours/new-berlin-free-tour.html Rome.....http://www.romefreetour.com/free%20tour.html Barcelona...http://www.runnerbeantours.com/ Milan....I couldn't find the free walking tour site but you can use these links: http://www.ehow.com/how_2121638_take-walking-tour-milan.html or the sightseeing bus: http://media.city-sightseeing.com/images/library/media/inventory/54/Doc/tour-map.pdf As to hotels, google "cheap hotels" and if possible, choose one in the center so you don't need to take the bus/metro just to go to the sights. Book Easyjet as early as 3 months in advance to avail of cheap fares. That's it for now. And if you want to research more on the cities, surf "virtualtourist.com" Check my Barcelona Itinerary (http://mariadams.com/?p=24) on this site, it would be helpful for your Bcn journey. Regards Mariadams Hello Fernando

Based on your schedule, I can say that April is the best month to go to Europe because it is Springtime, it’s still the low season hence, you can find cheaper hotels, lots of touristy things going on but with less number of tourists. Northern cities like Berlin would be chilly still so bring a light jacket, southern and Mediterranean cities like Barcelona and Rome would be warmer so lighter clothing would be advisable, but not shorts as it is still inappropriate, jeans will do.

Here is the draft itinerary I made for you:

From your own countries of origin, FLY to Rome. Don’t you think it will be more romantic if you meet up with your gf at the Trevi fountain in Rome? Huh! and you must complete that “unforgettable meeting” with a red rose …ooppsss sorry but I am just romantic by nature :)

Now back to work:

Day 1 to 3… Sightseeing in Rome

Day 4 (morning)…fly Easyjet to Berlin (2 hrs flight)…if you book early, fare is +/- 80euros per head

Day 5 - 7 …..Sightseeing in Berlin

Day 8 (morning)…fly Easyjet to Barcelona (2.5 hrs flight)….+/- 80euros per head

Day 9 - 11 ….Sightseeing in Barcelona

Day 12 (morning)…fly Easyjet to Milan (1.5 hrs flight)….+/- 50euros

Day 14…fly back home

Note that your long haul air ticket should be (for your gf for exqample): Manila - Rome - Milan - Manila
Reasons are: there is no Easyjet flight from Barcelona to Rome; you can visit one more Italian city (Milan)

Sightseeing Tips:
- Take the sightseeing bus so you see the attractions from a high vantage point, then hop on, hop off in your own time. Some buses offer a 2-day validity, some for 24 hours.

- Go straight to the Tourist Office of a city for a tourist map. You can do the walking tour yourself as the interesting routes are highlighted on the map.

- Buy a DAY ticket which will allow you unlimited rides on the bus/tram/metro or city train

- Join the free walking tours

Berlin…http://www.newberlintours.com/daily-tours/new-berlin-free-tour.html
Rome…..http://www.romefreetour.com/free%20tour.html
Barcelona…http://www.runnerbeantours.com/
Milan….I couldn’t find the free walking tour site but you can use these links:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2121638_take-walking-tour-milan.html
or the sightseeing bus: http://media.city-sightseeing.com/images/library/media/inventory/54/Doc/tour-map.pdf

As to hotels, google “cheap hotels” and if possible, choose one in the center so you don’t need to take the bus/metro just to go to the sights.
Book Easyjet as early as 3 months in advance to avail of cheap fares.

That’s it for now. And if you want to research more on the cities, surf “virtualtourist.com”

Check my Barcelona Itinerary (http://mariadams.com/?p=24) on this site, it would be helpful for your Bcn journey.

Regards
Mariadams

]]> By: fernando http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6879 fernando Wed, 13 Apr 2011 05:13:56 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6879 thank you so much maria. two weeks is only my paid vac. now, maybe rome, barcelona, berlin would be enough. the months,,,how about between frm feb to apr if you said july/aug is expensive. our plan is to meet in hongkong then proceed to europe. or meet in europe. to reduce expenses. can you give more advices pls? thank you. thank you so much maria. two weeks is only my paid vac. now, maybe rome, barcelona, berlin would be enough. the months,,,how about between frm feb to apr if you said july/aug is expensive. our plan is to meet in hongkong then proceed to europe. or meet in europe. to reduce expenses. can you give more advices pls? thank you.

]]> By: mariadams http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6872 mariadams Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:24:15 +0000 http://mariadams.com/about-2/#comment-6872 Hi fernando Thanks for your message. Two weeks is too short to do several countries in Europe besides, which cities you are interested in? Assuming that the capital cities are okay with you, then let us make a draft itinerary. Italy - Rome Germany - Berlin Some Mediterranean countries I recommend would be: Spain - Barcelona France - Nice Italy - Sicily If these are okay, then we can start checking on the flights, and then the itineraries for each city. When are you planning your holiday? This is very important as peak months (July/Aug) would be quite expensive and gets fully booked rapidly. Mariadams Hi fernando

Thanks for your message.
Two weeks is too short to do several countries in Europe besides, which cities you are interested in? Assuming that the capital cities are okay with you, then let us make a draft itinerary.

Italy - Rome
Germany - Berlin
Some Mediterranean countries I recommend would be:
Spain - Barcelona
France - Nice
Italy - Sicily

If these are okay, then we can start checking on the flights, and then the itineraries for each city. When are you planning your holiday? This is very important as peak months (July/Aug) would be quite expensive and gets fully booked rapidly.

Mariadams

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