Archive for September, 2009

The Pantheon. Photos by Liz Webber.
The Pantheon. Photos by Liz Webber.

Paris Free Walks: 2 cultural strolls about town

By Liz Webber in Paris– In preparation for the “Journées Européens du Patrimoine” (European Heritage Days), the Mairie of Paris has put together 27 balades, or “strolls,” highlighting cultural and historical themes throughout the city. Although the descriptions of these self-guided walking tours are only available in French, the easy-to-read maps make it possible for » Read more

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Posted in City Guides, Destinations, Europe, France, Paris, walking
London: 5 great eats in London for under £10

London: 5 great eats in London for under £10

By Justin Bergman in London– Fear not, Cheapos, London is not going to drain your wallet when it comes to food. Sure, you can easily blow $200-300 on dinner at one of Gordon Ramsay’s famous restaurants, but you might be bitterly disappointed the star chef’s London venues were just trashed by the Harden’s London Restaurants » Read more

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Posted in Food, London, United Kingdom
Madrid: Free tours, bikes, museums, and food!

Madrid: Free tours, bikes, museums, and food!

By Cynthia Kane in Madrid– Looking for things to do in Madrid that won’t put a hole in your wallet? If so, check out the following list of activities you can do for absolutely free! Free Madrid walking tours If you’ve just arrived in Madrid (or even if you’ve been here for a while but haven’t » Read more

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Posted in Art, Bars, Entertainment, Food, Free Stuff, Madrid, Museums, Spain, Sports
Berlin Transportation: The New U55, cheapo tour bus, party tram, and more

Berlin Transportation: The New U55, cheapo tour bus, party tram, and more

It may only have three stops, but Berlin’s newest (and shortest) subway line, the U55, makes it easier than ever to explore the city’s major sights. Designed with tourists and politicos in mind, the U55 conveniently links the Brandenburger Tor (Brandenburg Gate) to the Hauptbahnhof (central train station), with a stop in the heart of the » Read more

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Posted in Alternative Transportation, Berlin, Bus, City Transportation, Germany, tips, Train, transportation
New York Tip: Sit Courtside at the US Open for $23!

New York Tip: Sit Courtside at the US Open for $23!

The annual US Open tennis tournament is one of our favorite sporting events in New York City. We love the nighttime lights. We love the rowdy crowds. We love the celebrity sightings. Heck, we even love taking the 7 train to Queens! But most of all, we love watching it all from courtside seats that » Read more

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Posted in Budget Deals, Entertainment, New York, Other, tips