Eastern Europe - must see!

Travelling in Eastern Europe July - September, what must I see? Any good suggestions?

15 years ago, June 3rd 2008 No: 1 Msg: #37213 Delete Edit

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Hello!
My boyfriend and I are backpacking from 29th July - 4th Sept, interrailing through

Poland
Slovakia
Hungary
Romania
Bulgaria
Macedonia
Albania
Montenegro
Bosnia
Serbia
Croatia
Slovakia

We're thinking of mainly going to the capitals, but I was just wondering if anyone (and I'm sure there's plenty!) has advice on places to go, things to see, best bits, words of wisdom, great bars, etc to help make our trip amaaaaazing!!!

It's our first time backpacking, so any help would be much appreciated!

I also really want to go kayaking or horse riding somewhere, if anyone has any ideas?!

Thanks,
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15 years ago, June 3rd 2008 No: 2 Msg: #37219 Delete Edit

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deleted_49612

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Hello Francesca 😊

Here are a couple of threads which may interest you.

Eastern Europe

Eastern Europe

Mel
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15 years ago, June 13th 2008 No: 3 Msg: #38457 Delete Edit

Urban Serbian
Kristijan

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welcome to Serbia of course!I promise that you would have amazing time here,specialy in Novi Sad!If you need anu information,just contact me! Reply to this

15 years ago, June 13th 2008 No: 4 Msg: #38486 Delete Edit

boomerang
Peter Canvass

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Hello,
Make sure that when you're in Poland you do visit Krakow, fantastic pubs and night-life, great atmosphere combined with amazing cultural experience, Prague in Czech Republic has somewhat similar 'taste' but is a bit more crowded, both are a must to see!
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15 years ago, June 17th 2008 No: 5 Msg: #38887 Delete Edit

sofia123
elena yordanova

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Hello,
I'm from Sofia, Bulgaria

I can suggest you to come in my country and see some kind of different world and way of life.

Near Vitosha mountain, near some historycal and national attractions is - where you can stay and enyoj your business trip or holiday. We are waiting for you in bulgaria !!!

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15 years ago, June 29th 2008 No: 6 Msg: #40277 Delete Edit

boomerang
Peter Canvass

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Accommodation tip:
when you're travelling through Polish cities and want to have a comfortable lodging instead of staying at the hostel (you do not have to book this one, there are plenty of these but often means staying with strangers in the same room (maybe you do not mind). However there is yet another option but you have to book in advance. These are apartments that usually are more affordable than a hotel and still give you intimate and comfortable stay. I know two good websites to check (Krakow only) or www.apartments4u.pl (krakow + other cities). I used similar option when stayed in Rome and Paris, no regrets, recommended.
Peter

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15 years ago, June 29th 2008 No: 7 Msg: #40278 Delete Edit

boomerang
Peter Canvass

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proper links are:

Peter

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15 years ago, July 10th 2008 No: 8 Msg: #41481 Delete Edit

Small Fry
Small Fry

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I would check out Rick Steves Eastern Europe guide book...it has tons of info...I picked it up to plan my own trip in October...the guide tells you what cities are worth seeing and which ones are worth passing by. Reply to this

15 years ago, July 10th 2008 No: 9 Msg: #41518 Delete Edit

Benek03
Ben Holland

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Francesca,

I have spent many many good trips in Eastern Europe, and in these there are some of the best kept secrets of Europe,

MACEDONIA- Ochrid, and Lake Ochrid is a fantastic ancient place to visit (The lake border Macedonia, Albania and Greece)Its a great place to explore and the history and beauty is stunning ( The cyrillic alaphabet was invented/translated here!)
- Krushevo and Bitola, are 2 towns in the middle of Macedonia that really give you a feel of what life is like in Macedonia. I have some good friends in both and is worth a visit! Dont forget to try some home made Rakia, accompanied with a shopska salad!

SLOVAKIA - Banska Bystrica, is a city that was born into beauty during the middle ages, situated on the hron river and surrounded by mountains! I have been here and its popular with winter and summer travellers, easy accessible to the mountains and the gateway to Slovakia!
- Obviously Bratislava is a great place, its easily seeable in 2 days and with great access to Vienna its a perfect base. Why not take the boat from Bratislava to Vienna for the day! Good trip!!

POLAND - When we did our trip, we got the night train from Bratislava to Krakow(Poland) it takes about 9 hours, saves on a hostel for the night and not a bad way to travel.
Krakow - My favourite city! I have visited Krakow 7+ times, My ex-Girlfriend lived there and I have lots of good friends there! Its a city that is great for history, great for relaxing and just 'people watching' in Rynek (Market Square). To eat take your pick...there is many fantastic traditional restaurants.....one favourite of mine is located on ul. Florianska (its a street off the main square) and is called Zlota Pipa (The gloden Pipe- is the nearest translation) fantastic food/drink and ambience.

.......I have just realised how much I have written so far, and im still not finished (I have travelled alot in Poland so if you want some more info on any let me know! I dont want to bore you any more!!! Ha ha!! (I have lived in Prague for a little while if you plan on visiting)

Take care and happy travelling!

Ben
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15 years ago, July 18th 2008 No: 10 Msg: #42270 Delete Edit

girlinthedirtyshirt
Francesca Baker

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Wow thanks, that's a lot of info! Starting in Krakow, so hopefully'll be a good way to kick it all off! xx Reply to this

15 years ago, July 28th 2008 No: 11 Msg: #43368 Delete Edit

kellyjo70
Kelly Turner

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Hi, my husband works in Hungary and I went over to see him in May last year. We went to lake Balaton which was lovely. You can go to a natural spa in Heviz or go to nice restaurants in Keszethely (not spelt exacty right!) but I am told that anywhere around the lake is a must see. Reply to this

15 years ago, August 9th 2008 No: 12 Msg: #44892 Delete Edit

lillianna2
Lilliann Trump

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hello😊
i think the best to see is the capitol city, Budapest!

We had a one-week trip in Budapest. We stayed in a hotel near to the Western Railway Station, called Easy Hotel, here: http://uk.video.yahoo.com/watch/3049615/8703000 I liked it because it was almost in the city centre. We found this hotel about a funny advert😊 My husband and I only had to pay 15 /night for two of us! I think it was very cheap. We also liked the food, and it was cheap too, and the people were nice! So i think a trip in Budapest is affordable, and it worths because of the amazing sights! Reply to this

15 years ago, August 9th 2008 No: 13 Msg: #44911 Delete Edit

Rook42
Mark & Charlotte

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One suggestion is to take the overnight train from Krakow to Budapest (both must see cities) and stop for a overnight in Egar about a hour before Budapest. Egar is a warm little town with a great history. Don't miss the wine caves and a taste of Bull's Blood wine. Reply to this

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