Trip to germany, netherlands and switzerland(maybe) from Canada?
Attn: I already posted a same question earlier but i accidentally shut it off to new responses, so dont reply again if you did on my last post. Thanks Hi I am looking for any helpful advice about travelling in europe. Theres two of us, and we have just started preparing for the trip. So far, we have a ticket booked to frankfurt in the first week of June. We plan to stay in Europe for 12 days and thought about getting a student rail pass for 3 countries, so that we can visit amsterdam. We have chosen switzerland as a third country (does anyone know of a better neighbouring country to germany, other than france?). I was wondering if we were to be on the lowest budget, how much should i put aside for accomodation, food and other spendings (travel not included). Also, how fast do hostels book up, should we start renting rooms right now? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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OK, it's not a very good day for me, so forgive me if I don't answer exactly to your question. BUT Why would you travel so far, on an apparently limited budget to visit Germany and Switzerland ? I lived in Frankfurt for 3 years, and not only it is the worst city in Germany, but Germany itself is not worth visiting, especially when you have Spain (for partyyyy ! and cheap too), Amsterdam (oh yeah), south of France and Italy ? I am French, believe me, in Switzerland you'll only see chocolate and medicine, and in Germany you'll be so lonely you'll cry. There is a great website for traveling by train in Europe (which is the best way, fast too) http://www.voyages-sncf.com/leisure/fr/launch/home/ www.sncf.com Bon voyage
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That's a big trip. The first thing I'd recommend is to communicate with the official tourism offices via these links. Send them an email - they're very helpful: Germany:http://www.tourismrankings.com/Germany/ Switzerland:http://www.tourismrankings.com/Switzerland/ Netherlands:http://www.tourismrankings.com/Netherlands/ The next tip is that hostels can be very good, but if there are three of you remember 3 x 1bed cost exceeds the cost of many 3 bed hotel rooms with better facilities and better locations saving 3xperson transportation costs . Check out the alternatives here: Netherlands:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Netherlands/ Amsterdam:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Netherlands/Amsterdam/ Switzerland:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Switzerland/ Geneva:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Switzerland/Geneva/ Zurich:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Switzerland/Zurich/ Germany:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Germany/ Munich:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Germany/Munich/ Berlin:http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/Germany/Berlin/ Hostels can book up, but of course the instant booking websites can assist a lot. July thru August and holidays like Christmas and Easter are your other busy periods. Happy Hols !!
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Netherlands rental agency "Rent a House Service"?
Netherlands rental agency "Rent a House Service"?
Does anyone know about this agency? I am a US student and thinking about renting from them this summer in Utrecht, so I want to make sure they are reputable.
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The first thing I would say is that they have a very small amount of properties available - 38 in the whole of the Netherlands - that is very strange to me :0) They are registered under a parent company with the Chamber of Commerce which is a positive sign as all businesses have to do so, and scam ones generally don't have this registation of course https://server.db.kvk.nl/TST-BIN/ZS/ZSWWW01@?TYPE=NDNR&NDNR=32107357&NSDN= It is registered with the official telephone guide (usual for a scam operation) http://www.detelefoongids.nl/bg-l/16382345-rent+a+house+service/vermelding/ The site looks quite good actually and I cannot find anything online that says it is a scam or anything so I really am leaning towards it being reputable - but obviously it does not have a lot of properties on offer I will nevertheless "star" your question in the hope that one of the other Dutch contacts will read this and be able to help - (USS - especially you as a maestro of scam sites :0))
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They are an official company as blabla states, but they are not a member of any Dutch Real estate organisation. They seem allright, just dont pay them a deposit or you first month of rent untill you sign the contract and get the key.
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Does anyone know about this agency? I am a US student and thinking about renting from them this summer in Utrecht, so I want to make sure they are reputable.
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The first thing I would say is that they have a very small amount of properties available - 38 in the whole of the Netherlands - that is very strange to me :0) They are registered under a parent company with the Chamber of Commerce which is a positive sign as all businesses have to do so, and scam ones generally don't have this registation of course https://server.db.kvk.nl/TST-BIN/ZS/ZSWWW01@?TYPE=NDNR&NDNR=32107357&NSDN= It is registered with the official telephone guide (usual for a scam operation) http://www.detelefoongids.nl/bg-l/16382345-rent+a+house+service/vermelding/ The site looks quite good actually and I cannot find anything online that says it is a scam or anything so I really am leaning towards it being reputable - but obviously it does not have a lot of properties on offer I will nevertheless "star" your question in the hope that one of the other Dutch contacts will read this and be able to help - (USS - especially you as a maestro of scam sites :0))
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They are an official company as blabla states, but they are not a member of any Dutch Real estate organisation. They seem allright, just dont pay them a deposit or you first month of rent untill you sign the contract and get the key.
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Good graphic design school in Netherlands (Holland)?
Good graphic design school in Netherlands (Holland)?
I want to go and study in Netherlands. 3 year program in graphic design. Could you direct me in a good college website that teaches in English language? How do they accept student to go there? What are the requirements? Could I stay and get job there after I finish with the college? Thanks :)
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I would turn the question on it's head because you are looking for graphic design courses in English I presume, which will narrow down the selection considerably A good site to get all the answers about studying as an international student in the Netherlands is http://www.nuffic.nl/ Checking the section on this site for courses in English using the keywords "graphic design" then there are 7 courses and at different levels so you need to check for yourself which is best suited to you http://ispacsearch.nuffic.nl/showprogrammes.aspx?action=search&search=graphic%20design&fid=6 Entry requirements vary per college and also per course, but if you click on the 'full description' then they will give the entry requirements or a link to their own website with them As foor staying - for long term course, if you graduate then you can reside legally in the Netherlands for a further 6 months after graduation to seek a job. The time spent living in the Netherlands does not contibute towards time spent in gaining citizenship though. You can read more on the immigration dept site here http://www.ind.nl/EN/index.asp
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Want to be a Foreign Exchange Student.?
Want to be a Foreign Exchange Student.?
I want to go to Europe to be a foreign exchange student for a semester next year and i need to start enrolling in a program. I want to go either Spain, Portugal, The Netherlands, or Belguim. What country should i go to and can you tell me about any good programs for it!! also do i need to be able to speak the language of the country?
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If you are enrolled in college, then go to your study abroad office and they will help you with everything! Schools sometimes have organizations they contract with (like IES or CIEE) and they also have inidividual partnerships with different foreign universities. Individual exchange agreements tend to be less expensive than outside organizations like IES. You must first find out what kind of programs your college offers and that will guide which location you choose. Any of those countries would be great choices--I lived in Barcelona for two months and it was amazing. I have been to Amsterdam several times and it is just as amazing too. You should always try to learn the language of the country you are traveling to or studying in. It's often considered rude if you don't give it a go. Moreover, it will be to your advantage to learn that language. Life will be much easier for you (ie. when you are buying train tickets, ordering food, at the store, finding bathrooms, asking for directions, etc) Plus, learning a foreign language while living in that country is a lot less difficult and much more fun! Most schools/programs have language classes for beginners, most schools/programs require you to take a language class during your study abroad program, and some have special intensive language classes before the term starts that will really give you a jumpstart and some excellent preparation. Just make sure to speak with your school's study abroad coordinator as soon as possible to make sure you meet any requirements and have enough time to explore a few different programs to find the one that works best for you.
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I want to go to Europe to be a foreign exchange student for a semester next year and i need to start enrolling in a program. I want to go either Spain, Portugal, The Netherlands, or Belguim. What country should i go to and can you tell me about any good programs for it!! also do i need to be able to speak the language of the country?
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If you are enrolled in college, then go to your study abroad office and they will help you with everything! Schools sometimes have organizations they contract with (like IES or CIEE) and they also have inidividual partnerships with different foreign universities. Individual exchange agreements tend to be less expensive than outside organizations like IES. You must first find out what kind of programs your college offers and that will guide which location you choose. Any of those countries would be great choices--I lived in Barcelona for two months and it was amazing. I have been to Amsterdam several times and it is just as amazing too. You should always try to learn the language of the country you are traveling to or studying in. It's often considered rude if you don't give it a go. Moreover, it will be to your advantage to learn that language. Life will be much easier for you (ie. when you are buying train tickets, ordering food, at the store, finding bathrooms, asking for directions, etc) Plus, learning a foreign language while living in that country is a lot less difficult and much more fun! Most schools/programs have language classes for beginners, most schools/programs require you to take a language class during your study abroad program, and some have special intensive language classes before the term starts that will really give you a jumpstart and some excellent preparation. Just make sure to speak with your school's study abroad coordinator as soon as possible to make sure you meet any requirements and have enough time to explore a few different programs to find the one that works best for you.
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