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1. Western European language basics

   There is no need to enroll in French, Italian, German and Spanish classes for your European Tour. Your Tour Manager will fill you in on how to say some of the basics (eg. hello, please, thank you) in the native tongue of each of the countries you visit. It is often not only useful, but also polite to know a few of the basics in the local language and it’s a good idea to try and remember and uses these basics. English is a widely spoken and understood ... read more >>

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2. Suggested Packing List - Egypt

   What to pack for travel to other parts of the world The following is a suggested packing list for a tour in Egypt. People are individuals though and often have personal preferences and opinions as to what to bring. The following then is not a definitive list, but should give you a good guide as to what you should pack for your Egyptian tour. Luggage If you are travelling on the Egypt and the Nile tour a small piece of luggage is highly recommended as... read more >>

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3. Dress code - Europe

   More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe Contrary to some literature, you do not need to dress up with dress pants and dresses to get into clubs and bars in Europe. Most of the time jeans and a t-shirt is more than enough with some bars and venues even allowing entry with shorts and flip flops. General For most occasions, comfortable, casual clothes are recommended for your European travel adevntures. Going Out and Evening Wear Although you don’t have to wear slacks and ... read more >>

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4. Suggested packing list - Europe - Summer

   More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe What to pack for travel to other parts of the world The following is a suggested packing list for a Europe summer tour. People are individuals though and often have personal preferences and opinions as to what to bring. The following then is not a definitive list, but should give you a good guide as to what you should pack for your European tour. Clothes 1 rainproof jacket/small umbrella ... read more >>

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5. How much spending money should I bring? - Europe

   More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe How much spending money to budget for is a difficult question to answer as everyone has their own style and rate of travel spending. Some will go out and shop till they drop spending perhaps 100 of Euros or Pounds every day, others will party spending more in bars while again others will spend more money on museum entries and souvenirs, while others yet again will get though on the bare... read more >>

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6. Las Vegas

   They don’t call this place ‘Sin City’ for nothing. The phrase ‘What goes on in Vegas, stays in Vegas’ is a US staple and you will find people from all over the country (and the world) converging on the city for nothing other than a good time. Although originally established by the mafia as a legal gambling haven after the scene was shut down in LA, Vegas has evolved into a land of clubs, bars, food, visual, and all you can eat buffet feasts. Vegas is also quickly gaining a r... read more >>

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7. How much digital memory should I take?

   More Tour and Travel Advice for: Australia, USA & Canada, Australia and New Zealand When it comes to taking photos everyone is different, and there is no one answer but here are some thoughts from past travellers that may give you an idea. Past Traveller’s Advice “Went to Italy for 2 weeks and used almost 3×1gb cards” -Dominique Giordano, Contiki Forums, Posted 19 Jun 2007 “I’m away in Sept f... read more >>

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8. Power adapters

   More Tour and Travel Advice for: Europe, USA & Canada, Australia and New Zealand Do you need a power point adapter? If you’re travelling away form your home country or region of the world then chances are that yes, you do. Power outlets have different shapes in different parts of the world and you may need an adapter to convert the shape of your home power plugs to the shape of the outlets in the region of the world you are travelling to. How many do you need? It dep... read more >>

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9. Pre departure meeting - North America

   More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada The pre departure meetings are a great opportunity for you to meet your Tour Manager and your fellow travelers but also saves a lot of time the next morning. When and where Pre departure meetings in the US are held either the evening before your tour or on the morning of departure at the departure hotels. The time and location of your pre departure meeting will depend on the city you are begin... read more >>

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10. Suggested packing list - Europe - Winter

    More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe What to pack for travel to other parts of the world The following is a suggested packing list for a Contiki winter tour to Europe. People are individuals though and often have personal preferences and opinions as to what to bring. The following then is not a definitive list, but should give you a good guide as to what you should pack for your European winter tour. Clothes 1 rainproof jacke... read more >>

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11. Heathrow Airport (London)

    More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe The Royal National Hotel is used as the London base for most Contiki Tours starting and finishing in London, England. A great many clients choose to stay at either the Royal National Hotel or just down the road at the Imperial Hotel. The Royal National Hotel is also home to the Contiki Basement, the meeting point for tours starting in London and Contiki’s London travel base. Directions from Heathrow to the Royal Natio... read more >>

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12. London and Paris plus Amsterdam (Tour)

    Style of Tour Time Out/Superior/Hotel Tour Featuring England, France, Netherlands Staying in London, Paris, Amsterdam Starting in London Finishing in Amsterdam Trip Forum Meeting Place Meet others who are going at the London & Paris plus Amsterdam Meeting Place More information, dates, rates, and bookings Full itinerary, optional excursions, maps, booking, departure dates and more at the London & Paris plus Amsterdam page Travelogs Create your own with My Trip Journals

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13. Shoes and Footwear

    More Tour and Travel Advice for: Australia, USA & Canada, Australia and New Zealand Shoes are important, to some people they are the only thing that matters and your choice of footwear when taking a tour is also important. It also matter what time of year you will be traveling as slushing around wearing flip-flops int he snow or ugg boots at a beach party isn’t much fun. Summer Tours Contiki recommends taking three pairs of shoes on any given tour: 1 pair of c... read more >>

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14. Suitcase Vs Backpack

    More Tour and Travel Advice for: Europe, USA & Canada, Australia and New Zealand “I would advise travellers to take a suitcase with an extendable handle and wheels for any overseas trip. Firstly, suitcases can be packed in a very organized manner so that anything is easily accessible once you hit your hotel room. Wheels and a handle allow for easy transport, whether into a hotel, a coach in the morning, or out onto a sidewalk to catch a cab to the airport. Additionally, ... read more >>

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15. Weight Limits and Size - Europe

    More Tour and Travel Advice for Europe Contiki Tours in Europe have a luggage restriction of 1×20 kilogram (44lbs) bag and 1 x carry on (roughly 5 kilograms/12lb) bag. This weight restriction is for legal requirements within the European Union as well as for your comfort and safety. The size restriction of you main luggage is 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”) is also observed. Bags are not measured however you bags will be weighed o... read more >>

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16. Travelling with others

    It is common for people to travel with their siblings or relatives be it brothers and sisters, sisters and sisters or cousins and other relatives. Groups of friends are also very common with friends from all sorts of networks and backgrounds like school, work and university travelling together on tour. There are discounts available for people traveling in groups of 4 or more to help you save even more when booking a tour with your friends or relatives. Related Averag... read more >>

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17. Who You Share With - Australia

    Australian tours are available as Single, twin or quad share (all at different prices). If you are traveling by yourself or with an uneven number of friends, you will generally be shared up with your room mates by Contiki. If you are travelling with friends, as a couple or people you want to share with, let your travel agent or Contiki know at the time of booking. On tours in Australia, if you book quad share as a couple, although there may be occasions wh... read more >>

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18. Vatican City

    Capital: Vatican City Currency: Euro Language: No Official Language – Italian widely spoken Visas: Travel Visa Information Officially recognized as the smallest country in the world, the Vatican City, (also known as the Holy See) is in the heart of Rome, Italy, and is most well known for being home to St Peter’s Basilica, the famous roof of the Sistine Chapel, the Pope and his Swiss Guard. Very much a separate country from Italy, the Vatican has its own flag, post offices, r... read more >>

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19. Sydney Airport to the Travelodge Hotel, Sydney

    More Tour and Travel Advice for Australia The easiest way and cheapest way to get to the Travelodge Hotel in Sydney is to take a train from the airport that departs from both the domestic and international terminals). After collecting your luggage you will see signs for the trains. Trains run directly into central Sydney and the closest station to the Travelodge is ‘Museum’ station. From there is it only a short (m... read more >>

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20. Weight and Size Limits - New Zealand

    More Tour and Travel Advice for New Zealand ON Contiki New Zealand Tours baggage is restricted to one (non-expanding) reasonably sized suitcase. Metal framed backpacks and vanity cases are not permitted as they may damage others luggage during transit. You may also bring one carry on bag.

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