Going To and Around Eastern Europe Visiting Eastern Europe is an enjoyable step back in time and a top travel destination. Here's the scoop on what you need to consider when trying to get there. Getting To and Around Eastern EuropeEastern Europe has been open to travel for roughly 15 years following the fall of the Soviet Union. Much to the delight of travelers, Eastern Europe has proven to be an incredibly beautiful and charming...more
Packing Your Backpack Carefully for Europe Nothing beats backpacking in Europe if you get the opportunity. So, you probably want to know what to pack for Europe. Packing Your Backpack for EuropeMillions of people head off to Europe on a backpacking trip each year. Having done it five times, I can tell you that it will be one of the best times of your life. That being said, you must take some things with you. On the positive side,...more
Cultural greetings while volunteering in Europe Amongst both men and women in Europe, the most common form of greeting is the handshake, it may be a different form of handshake in different areas for example in Germany or England, but in a formal setting you can never go wrong with a firm handshake for a brief moment before you let go. One can go an extra mile with eye contact; however it may be discouraged in some parts of the continent like Turkey, where you may be expected to look down as a sign of respect. Be careful to address the people that you are meeting with their formal tittles, wait for an invitation from the local person before you may refer to them in a first name basis. This is necessary to avoid any misconceptions of disrespect between you and the locals. When in Europe a volunteer may be fortunate enough to run into royals, in the event of such a scenario it will help you to observe a number of protocols, for instance not to speak until spoken to , wait also for the royal to stretch their hand out for a hand shake before offering yours. From the meeting point onwards, use the formal address, e.g. Ma'am or Sir. In this situation it is common...more
Women penalized in Europe The ideas of discrimination and human rights are somewhat controversial in our part of the world. We think people should look after themselves rather than rely on others if they get into a jam. In other countries, the laws are actively used to prevent discrimination on the grounds of race, religion, gender,...more
10 Essentials in Europe If Europe is alien to you, and you feel like dipping a little deeper into the gems here, then you can get round in three weeks, seeing some of the most beautiful places you'll visit.London – take two days here to see a show, visit Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, and stop in at Buckingham palace. It's...more
Top 5 European Marathons The Virgin London MarathonThe Virgin London Marathon is one of the five World Marathon Majors. The marathon takes place annually in April and follows a course throughout the city of London. The marathon has taken place for 30 years and is a big event. The race has been popular since the first one. The first race was held in 1981 and 20,000 signed up, with only 7,747 being accepted. The race has continued to grow in size and popularity since; and attracts a large number of both runners and spectators. Marathon de Paris It is fitting for the marathon in this magnificent city to be as popular as the city itself. Marathon participants enjoy a race through the beautiful city, making this marathon one of the most popular in Europe. The marathon takes place annually in April. The race admits 40,000 entries and receives international registration interest, representing over 100 countries. The Marathon de Paris just celebrated 35 years in 2011. BMW Berlin Marathon Held annually the last Sunday in September, the BMW Berlin Marathon boasts the world's fastest course with six world records since 1998. More than a million spectators watch the race of...more
Driving in Europe - key considerations Driving in Europe can be a very different experience to driving in the UK. Even though many road laws are governed by the European Union, these can vary from country to country - and the UK is...more
Activity and Expectations of leading IT industry players across Europe European IT Buying In 2010-2011: Procurement, Investment & Industry Trends Outlook This report analyzes how IT buyers spend, procurement strategies & practices and...more
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Thrill seekers in Europe's bible If you want to know where the action is in places such as Rome, Budapest, Moscow, London and Paris, or you wish to go on a European tour without spending all that much, then you must find an issue...more
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