tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40248962557823622622024-03-05T03:37:40.402-08:00Autumn in Central EuropeUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-39184434929972785082012-11-25T11:50:00.000-08:002012-11-25T11:50:38.286-08:00Budapest: Paris of the EastBudapest is a beautiful city and having been to Paris, I found it to feel very similar - however, the people were very friendly (and in Paris they weren't NOT friendly - I thought they were - but here everyone speaks English so well because they basically have a language nobody else can speak and they know it...and they think it's funny...but they know other languages because of it). I'm sure there are no Parisians who would agree with me. However, this is my opinion.<br />
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The Christmas market was open, and after a foggy drive through both Buda and Pest (on opposide sides of the Danube), and a walk through the castle of Buda - we were set free to roam. <br />
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Despite the weather it was beautiful and I need about 4 more days here to explore. <br />
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The Jewish Memorial: where a gathering of Jews were placed, asked to remove their shoes and then executed and thrown into the river during WWII. This was designed in their memory. Even though the places we travelled were amazing, there is still sign of what suffering took place during WWII and the Communist regime everywhere you turn. These were sad towns, yet enlightening and uplifting in their remembrances and the rebuilding that is constantly taking place.</div>
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Before leaving Krakow today we stopped by Schindler's Factory and the Jewish memorial. This was near and dear to my heart because of the emphasis I place on Krakow and Schindler in my curricular studies. I think it is important for the student's to witness the imperfect perfection of the man, and to know that there were Nazi's working from the inside to help the Jews during this horrific event in history. The Holocaust wasn't just 6 million Jewish murders by the Germans. It was genocide of the worst kind of any who dared be different than what Hitler's Nazi party declared. People found themselves on the wrong side and tried to set that right. Schindler was just one of many who defied the Nazi party to put themselves at risk to do what they could, but I find his story - one of a greedy, wealthy and selfish man turned by the horrors of genocide - to be one of the most interesting studies in psychology and human sacrifice to be documented. </div>
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After visiting the camps we headed to Krakow, Poland for Thanksgiving. After dinner we walked to the main square to light flying prayer paper with our wishes, thanks and prayers. It was a good way to end the day.</div>
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What an old, interesting city! Prague was full of so much to see and there definitely no way too see all of it. Meaning...I will seriously need to get back here one day. It was the center of all of Central/Eastern Europe at one point, and has the forth oldest university in all of Europe. It is a rich culture.</div>
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Crystal Glass, Garnets and the Swarovski Crystal come from the Czech Republic, and it was fun to shop for these items!</div>
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After a walk through the four separate areas of the city: Old Town, New Town, Little Town and the Castle District, we had an entire afternoon to ourselves to wander. </div>
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The Astronomical Clock Tower - using Johannes Kepler's Ideals of the universe and astronomy</div>
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Traveled to Prague via Dresden today. Dresden was a cultural center for Germany, and was marked by beautiful architecture and art. Towards the end of World War II it was bombed heavily, which is arguable even today was unnecessary. Over 90% of the main part of the city was destroyed. In the 80's efforts were made to rebuild using much of the same materials that were left from the bombing, and it's hard to imagine that most of all you can see has been built within the last 20 years!</div>
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We arrived in Prague this evening and after dinner, went on a ghost tour of the city. It was more fun and amusing than anything else - but did explain some of the interesting stories and lore of the area. Prague is a beautiful city and we will spend the day here tomorrow exploring!</div>
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After a tour through the city where we visited what is left of the wall and the Holocaust Memorial, among other sites and memorials along the way - such as where Hitler's bunker was and where he committed suicide - and a memorial to a man who almost succeeded in changing history by planting a bomb under Hitler's desk . </div>
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After a yummy lunch and walk through what has started to become the Christmas Markets, we spent a few hours at Checkpoint Charlie, the checkpoint at the Berlin Wall where the American and Russian forces almost started WWIII in a faceoff in the 60's. The history of the war, humanitarians, the communist regime, the rising of the wall, the escapes, the deaths and the many, many stories of those involved was overwhelming.</div>
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We have arrived in Berlin! After a long day in airports and on planes we arrived, strolled through the city and got ourselves settled in the hotel.</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-60527491641402745432012-11-14T08:57:00.000-08:002012-11-14T08:57:08.212-08:00Airport ParkingI, for one, am not a big fan of airport parking. There is nothing worse than being jet lagged, having to haul your stuff to your vehicle, and then try to figure out how you are going to be able to escape the airport because you just spent all your money on your trip, and the 'freedom' cost is outstanding!<br />
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I can't solve that problem, but I can point you in a cheaper direction to help save a little money.<br />
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Go to <a href="https://www.canopyairportparking.com/">Canopy Airport Parking</a><br />
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Free transportation is available to and from the airport and you can make reservations to be sure you have a parking spot when you show up.<br />
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There is $6 uncovered parking with the discount coupon they are offering, so be sure to print it out! $4 off covered parking.<br />
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Hope this helps a little!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-85480013476424925262012-11-12T10:09:00.000-08:002012-11-12T10:09:39.977-08:00WeatherI've been watching the weather very carefully for the areas we will be travelling. Of course, we never know for sure what the weather will be until we are there, but so far things seem favorable and typical for late November. Temperatures have been staying in the 40's and 50's during the day, and hovering right above, or below freezing at night. Our days should be Sunny to partly cloudy, with a chance of showers while in Germany and possibly into Prague (as there may be a wet weather system in that area). The forecast is then calling for clear to partly sunny days as we travel East and South into Krakow and Budapest.<br />
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Be sure to bring layers, a hat and mittens or gloves for those chilly days while we are walking around. For example, I am bringing a down jacket I can stuff into a pocket that sleeves unzip to turn into a vest. I also have a jacket that is about the size of a sweatshirt, so I can layer if I need to - especially while visiting Auschwitz. This way I can layer long sleeve t-shirts and thermal shirts rather than trying to pack bulky sweaters and sweatshirts to depend on for warmth. Plus, you will want to remove layers if it gets warm, and won't want to carry anything too bulky!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-47305355122777804782012-11-12T09:43:00.000-08:002012-11-12T09:43:21.771-08:00Currency UpdateAlright...ALTHOUGH most places will accept the Euro where we will be, it is better to use the local currency (Polish zloty, Czech koruna, and Hungarian forint), to avoid unnecessary, and sometimes expensive, percentage exchange fees. Germany does use the Euro.<br />
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There are plenty of ATM's available so money can be withdrawn as we go through each country if you need cash. I suggest getting Euro's at our first stop in Germany, and then playing it by ear as we go as our guide will be better able to suggest places to change money after we arrive. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-20003282497870306442012-10-30T10:45:00.006-07:002012-10-30T10:45:54.141-07:00British Airlines<h3>
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The maximum dimensions of the bag are</span><br />
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duty-free liquids in your checked baggage where possible.<br />
If you are departing the US or Canada, your duty-free liquids will be
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Departing: DENVER (DEN) on Nov 17, 2012 5:40PM</div>
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Arriving: LONDON (LHR) on Nov 18, 2012 9:30AM</div>
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Departing: LONDON (LHR) on Nov 18, 2012 1:00PM</div>
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Arriving: BERLIN (TXL) on Nov 18, 2012 3:50PM</div>
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Departing: BUDAPEST (BUD) on Nov 26, 2012 8:15AM</div>
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Arriving: LONDON (LHR) on Nov 26, 2012 10:00AM</div>
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Departing: LONDON (LHR) on Nov 26, 2012 12:30PM</div>
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Arriving: DENVER (DEN) on Nov 26, 2012 3:20PM</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-80791451725339641852012-10-30T10:20:00.002-07:002012-10-30T10:20:51.638-07:00Our StayThe following is the contact information for the hotels we are staying in:<br />
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Nov 18, 2012 - Nov 20, 2012:<br />
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Comfort Hotel Lichtenberg </div>
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Rhinstrasse 159 </div>
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Berlin, 10315</div>
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Germany</div>
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Phone Number: 011 49 30549350</div>
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Ibis Praha Karlin</div>
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Šaldova 54</div>
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Prague 8, 186 00</div>
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Czech Rep.</div>
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Phone Number: 011 42 (0)222332800</div>
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Nov 22, 2012 - Nov 24, 2012:<br />
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Hotel Campanile Krakow</div>
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Krakow, 31-023 </div>
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Poland</div>
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Phone Number: 011 48 (0)124242600</div>
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Hotel Ibis Aero Budapest</div>
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Ferde u. 1-3 </div>
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Budapest, 1091</div>
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Hungary</div>
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Phone Number: 011 36 13479700</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-72719539564695939352012-10-30T10:12:00.001-07:002012-10-30T10:12:16.033-07:00Exchange RatesWhere we are traveling uses the Euro like most European countries. At the moment one US dollar equals a little more than 3/4 (or .77 cents) of one Euro. This is a pretty decent exchange since I've been in Europe when it's been closer to half of one Euro. The current trends show a significant increase in the dollar's value worldwide, so it would make sense to continue watching this closely.<br />
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I strongly suggest watching these rates to find your best exchange. Please visit an <a href="http://www.x-rates.com/">exchange rate web site</a> to follow the current trends if you plan on exchanging money in advance.<br />
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Money can be exchanged while there at the airport, banks and kiosks, but the rates are often more costly to the exchanger as the business will take a percentage as a fee. Exchanging in advance also will do this, but rates are usually nominal and there are companies that will deliver the money to your house. I've done this in the past and been happy with it. Depending on where you bank, they may also change over money.<br />
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The following are links that provide this service:<br />
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<a href="http://www.travelex.com/us">Travelex</a> -They have both cash delivery as well as pre-paid cards in Pounds, Euros and US dollars that are accepted Worldwide. It just exchanges it like an ATM card would. The perk of this is great exchange rates. These CANNOT be delivered, but Travelex does have branches in Denver and I'm sure the branch can deliver it too you. They are through US Bank in Denver at three different locations: (303) 333-5713, (303) 771-5010 and (303) 260-7433.<br />
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<a href="http://www.foreignexchangeservices.com/">Wells Fargo</a> - They do not have pre-paid cards, but do have cash delivery for a cheaper rate than Travelex.<br />
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<a href="http://www1.foreignmoney.com/">Foreign Currency</a> - Used it and loved it!<br />
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I do not suggest traveling with traveller's checks. Fees for exchange have gone up in recent years and it is much more cost effective to use your credit or debit cards which will give you the best rates at the time. Be sure to check that your credit/debit cards are accepted overseas, although most are!<br />
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I typically travel with my Debit card, a credit card and a minimal amount of cast. ATMs are available in Europe also!<br />
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Be sure to let your bank and credit card carrier know you will be travelling overseas so they do not cancel your card!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-74541995301990962642012-10-01T11:42:00.004-07:002012-10-01T11:42:40.882-07:00MeetingNow that Homecoming Week is done and over with....I'd like to have a meeting afterschool for all travellers either this week or early next week. Please email me with what times ABSOLUTELY DO NOT work for you so I can accommodate everyone!<br />
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Thanks!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024896255782362262.post-78152307022618864202012-09-18T12:20:00.004-07:002012-09-18T12:20:59.252-07:00Welcome World Travellers!For those of you travelling with me this Autumn, please check this blog regularly for information regarding our trip! Helpful information and meetings will be posted on here regularly!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com