yes they did join the EU.....how far the dollar will get you as compared to what....to mexico..then not very far....but since most of Europe uses the euro it is competative.....it'll still cost you a bit though (mostly the airfare)..........let me know where you decide and i'll let you know if i'm available to carry your bags during your vacation

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by efthimios
yes they did join the EU.....how far the dollar will get you as compared to what....to mexico..then not very far....but since most of Europe uses the euro it is competative.....it'll still cost you a bit though (mostly the airfare)..........let me

 

Here's some hotspots for couples and honeymooners with some nice destinations http://www.chatelaine.com/travel/article.j...216_144743_3996

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by tenblade2001

 

Hey, I get 115 points!

How difficult is it really procedurally to be let in? Lots of paperwork, but basically just going through the motions?

 

Steve, i had this idea, even tho it was shot down by T-pie, i would still like to do it sometime soon.

http://forums.s2ki.com/forums/showthread.p...threadid=173370

 

Given the time of year you mention, I would go the Spain / Italy Route. This approach has a few advantages, cheaper airfare, shorter flight duration, and you can arrange it so you have a stop-over in London if you still want to see that part of the world.

Also, in April / May you will miss the tourist season in Spain and Italy.

Another suggestion is to take advantage of Spain's parador system -- essentially a collection of historic buildings turned into nice hotels (around 80-120 EURO's a night) to save them from ruin. Many of them are amazing, in particular the parador in Trujillo:


One of the nicer things about the Spanish and Italian folks is their relaxed attitude. You won't see any ruins left in Great Britain or France that allow you to hurt yourself:


Another town everyone should visit at least once -- well two really, although they are only 120KM apart is Seville and Cordoba. Both have an amazing Moorish / Catholic architectural influence.


The only problem with these countries? The tiny beers.

 

and no belts, apparently. j/k



I still think travelling in the EU while the Euro is at sky high rates is wasted money.

 

NZ is boring
grass and sheep... weather is somewhat like seattle
at least australia has naked lady beaches go to australia !

 

We just got back from Spain and Morocco in Dec. and it was great. Check out my link in the Carolinas forum for pics. and a write up.

We are going to NZ at the end of this year but I think it needs more than two weeks. The plane ride alone is about 36hrs one way.

Northern Europe is fun too, since you can rent a car and visit several countries in a short amount of time.

Just remember that the dollar is at an all time low, so factor that into your budget.

Have fun!