Archive for the ‘Europe’ Category

What is fun in Madrid?

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

Traveling to Madrid and I’m hoping to take in some traditional Spanish culture. Is it hard to get tickets to a bull fight? What other “must sees” should I hit in a limited amount of time?

Stockholm, cool things to do?

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

I’ll be in Stockholm for a week in September? Anyone have any tips about what to do in my downtime? Where to stay?

Got a long layover in Frankfurt, what to do?

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

I arrive in Frankfurt at about 5pm, and head out early the next morning. Any recommendations on what to do?

Swissotel in Switzerland rocks!

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

Just wanted to recommend this hotel. The rooms are packed with ammenities, including a cappucino maker. Some of the corner rooms are a little small, making it tough to stow a huge suitcase. The service is great and the hotel is walking distance to everything.

Upcoming business trip in Milan - Things to do?

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

I just made arrangements to attend a three-day conference in Milan next month. Unfortunately, I will not be able to stay an additional day to sight see. However, in looking at the conference schedule, there is a 3-hour break session each day. I was just wondering if there was anything worthwhile that I could see/do during those three hours? Any ideas would be appreciated. Thank you.

Are u off to jolly old england?

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

I’m off to England for a month in August. My office is in the suburbs and I’m a little concerned that they mentioned renting a car. With driving on the other side of the road and the round-abouts I’m a little nervous. Is this something to worry about, or do people normally pick it up quickly?