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17 Jul 2013, 06:17
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Hello people of crossfire!
I've been thinking about travelling around europe for a long time already. I'm planning to buy an one way ticket out of Finland. Maybe go first to Germany where my friend is studying and live at his place for a while. After that I've been thinking about going to some of these countries: the Netherlands, Belgium, France, UK, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia. (Maybe some more, any ideas? I don't like tourists.)
I really want to find a place that I love and move there! So I'm gonna stay in each country for atleast +2 weeks. Sleeping every night in a hotel/motel would get pretty expensive so I'm asking if here are any people that would like to take me for atleast 2 weeks. Of course I will pay some rent to you. Also gonna buy my own food etc. All I need is a place to sleep and a really good working internet.
Some info about me:
From Finland
21 years old, 22 @ november.
185cm tall, around 93kg atm.. but trying to get to like 83kg.
I love music.
I produce electronic music as my hobby.
I like sports a lot.
I like all kind of games.
I don't like to get as drunk as
mind (I prefer drinking quality beers, wine, whiskey a bit)
I love food
I eat in restaurants like every day
I'm okay at making food.
I spend a lot of money.
I'm pretty calm guy, but I talk a lot about subjects I like/I know about.
I not a messy guy, but don't really like cleaning that much.
I should go to army next january so be aware that some FBI-guys will come to your door after I've vanished.
I like to explore new things (but I'm not really like those red bull biker guys)
Feel free to ask anything and if you're interested then pm me with your fbook/skype and lets talk more! No trolls please!
I've been thinking about travelling around europe for a long time already. I'm planning to buy an one way ticket out of Finland. Maybe go first to Germany where my friend is studying and live at his place for a while. After that I've been thinking about going to some of these countries: the Netherlands, Belgium, France, UK, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia. (Maybe some more, any ideas? I don't like tourists.)
I really want to find a place that I love and move there! So I'm gonna stay in each country for atleast +2 weeks. Sleeping every night in a hotel/motel would get pretty expensive so I'm asking if here are any people that would like to take me for atleast 2 weeks. Of course I will pay some rent to you. Also gonna buy my own food etc. All I need is a place to sleep and a really good working internet.
Some info about me:
From Finland
21 years old, 22 @ november.
185cm tall, around 93kg atm.. but trying to get to like 83kg.
I love music.
I produce electronic music as my hobby.
I like sports a lot.
I like all kind of games.
I don't like to get as drunk as
mind (I prefer drinking quality beers, wine, whiskey a bit)I love food
I eat in restaurants like every day
I'm okay at making food.
I spend a lot of money.
I'm pretty calm guy, but I talk a lot about subjects I like/I know about.
I not a messy guy, but don't really like cleaning that much.
I should go to army next january so be aware that some FBI-guys will come to your door after I've vanished.
I like to explore new things (but I'm not really like those red bull biker guys)
Feel free to ask anything and if you're interested then pm me with your fbook/skype and lets talk more! No trolls please!
Also I think traveling by train would be an interesting experience. By airplane you're more or less getting teleported to a completely different country, you take a nap and you wake up in Amsterdam :D
It's slightly surreal imo.
I've been thinking about doing smth like it myself sometime (this has to be some sort of 20 y/o crisis, a lot of people our age seems to be desperate to travel the world :D)
GL.
Haha :D if you decide to go then give me a pm and maybe we will meet in some city!
Had 3 amazing weeks touring Europe meeting loads of fun people. It would have lasted a lot longer if it hadn't been for uni/work back home.
Sounds to me like you should give it a go as well.
http://www.vr.fi/se/index/ulkomaat/interrail/interrail_kortit_ja_hinnat.html
I will prolly buy some interrail one country passes. They fit perfectly to my travel plan!
3 weeks was indeed not as much time as we would have wanted. We still managed to make our way from Stockholm -> Berlin -> Prague -> Vienna -> Venice -> Rome -> Ventimiglia -> Nice -> Paris -> Bruges -> Amsterdam -> Copenhagen -> Stockholm.
So it was quite hectic, but an amazing adventure with lots of crazy situations and weird meetings. We did practically everything from swimming in a canal in Berlin at 4.00 AM, climbing a church in Vienna, sunbathing by the Eiffeltower to getting drunk and then lost in Amsterdam... Wow I get all nostalgic :P
We tried to be as spontaneous as possible and that's kind of the reason why Vienna ended up being a great stop for us. We arrived there having no place to stay and found this awesome youth-hostel after a couple of hours which was door to door with a great backpackers pub. We had two great nights there with loads of different people from all over the world. Berlin and Prague was really nice as well. Prague was far more spectacular as a city if you ask me though. Partying in Prague was quite fun as well. I remember we ended up staying in some shabby hostel there though with a crazy lady screaming at us across the hall the whole night. Probably cursing us in some ancient language, she must have been over 110 or something.
It was a shame we couldn't stay longer at each destination, but I kind of liked just having something to do 24/7 and constantly being on the move. It was also nice to see and compare southern/northern/eastern/western Europe during that short time. It was nice to put things in perspective like that.
I would have loved to see more of eastern Europe as it was a lot more cheaper as well. I'd recommend you to go to Slovenia and Ljubljana actually. I was there last summer and it's an amazing country with very nice people. It's a bit like the Finnish/Swedish nature only a lot more spectacular.
Western Europe with France/Netherlands/Belgium was expensive. We really enjoyed Bruges for just relaxing and drinking beer. Amsterdam was crazy. And unfortunately we ended up on the wrong foot with Paris. First we almost got robbed after stepping off the train. We couldn't find any place to stay and people were generally quite dismissive. Especially the people at the train station. We could only afford to eat baguettes there as well. Which was quite fitting I guess. ;)
As for Italy, Venice was really cool but I wouldn't stay there for long as it really is just a tourist-trap. It's something you should see for sure, but if you want a taste of Italy you should probably see something else. We had a nice day in Rome and then when the trains got cancelled on our way to Nice we had a great time staying in the small village of Ventimiglia in northern Italy. Picturesque and not that many tourists.
How come you went to Slovenia?
So Prague, Vienna, northern italy, Ljubljana to the list to visit! Thanks man!
My girldfriend's grandfather was born in Slovenia, so we went there to see her relatives there whom she's never met. Was a breathtaking week but on the other hand I had the privilige to see all the beautiful parts of Slovenia and Ljubljana with locals showing us around. But I do believe that Bled, Kransjka Gora, the Postojna Caves are definitely worth a visit, as is Ljubljana.
Slovenia was in comparison to Transylvania where I went 2 years ago quite similar country-wise (the alps do stand out a bit though) but Slovenia in comparison to Romania felt a lot more clean and rich. Not that that is a pro or con really but that's just the difference I felt.
There are of course loads of other places you could consider, but based on my journies alone then yeah, those are the places I enjoyed most.
I do believe that you'll win a lot if you go after what you feel like seeing/doing. Just have an open-mind and see every obstacle as an opportunity and you'll most likely end up in the coolest places and with the most fun. Travelling for me is a lot about just taking the chances you get and see what happens. :)
Then there is of course that fact that you have to work around a budget most often which may restrict your travels ;) But good luck!
If you want any further specific information about trainroutes or hostels/places I found cool just drop me a PM.
Have you been outside Europe?
Australia was a lovely country to backpack, nice people and great sights. We only did the east coast though... So there's a lot more to do and see there.
New Zealand was just a pure adventure. We rented a car and drove around both the south and north island together with some Germans and I can say for sure that those two weeks were my best ever as a traveller. If there's one place you should visit before dieing, it's NZ ;)
There you got a bit of everything really. Great people, lots of history and lovely nature plus that there's so much to do and see for travellers there.
And whilst being there I just couldn't shake off the feeling that I was at the other end of the world doing loads of crazy fun stuff with people I've never met before. It's just surreal in a way that makes travelling so much fun :)
Only con is that it's quite expensive... Spent money which I could have used for half a year in Asia probably ;)
I'm looking forward to seeing South America, North America and Asia next, but I'll have to earn some money first before setting off on that trip!
I have a friend in Brazil who was staying at my place for 3 weeks here in Finland, he's moving to germany now.. otherwise I would go to Brazil! Which countries you planning to visit in South America?
I've actually been wanting to visit Peru for quite some time. I'm into history and I've always been fascinated by the culture and history there. Then there's also Chile, Ecuador Argentina and Bolivia etc.. which I'd like to pay a visit. Brazil would be something I'd like to see as well. But I'd first and foremost want to visit the Spanish speaking parts as I'd like to practise my Spanish as well :)
It's kind of depending on the time of year u are visiting as well, as we have both, summer and winter points to visit.
Prague -> Krakow -> Vienna -> Budapest -> Lake Balaton -> Zagreb -> Split -> Vis (off Split) -> Ljubljana -> Lake Bled -> Venice -> Florence -> Rome -> Nice -> Paris -> Lille -> Antwerp for a few hours -> Amsterdam.
Great stuff, we went to a lot of touristy and natural places.
Hit me up on IRC if you have any questions!
Come to Perth and we can tear up the poker tables at the casino! :D
How's the casino there? Don't really like playing live poker unless you play with friends and have drinks/smoke weed :D
However I heard that many backpackers go to Brasov. I could recommend going to Sigishoara as well.
well transylvania is actually quite ok, lovely views
kaboom
I've met 2 finns that had been in Poland and both loved it there, so it's one possibility to stay for a while. Don't think I will ever move to Poland though.
But despite poland being cheap, it's a lovely experience, went there with domi for 5 days (CGS LAN) and we travelled a bit and had some gr8 fun.
However u won't rly enjoy quality alcool besides vodka :p
But you should give it a try
Already talked with dialer. He told about you being there. Will look forward to have fun @ Warsaw! I bet there are some good bears as well? :)
Doubt i would live there, but it's a good experience !
dialer was offering me his gf's place as well (he should ask her first?) :D
they win
they got money
I am sure you missed it but it is not the first time some one in crossfire posts claiming to be rich, claiming to be super awesome at poker, claiming to ...
quick examples I can think of: sereal, mirror
I am sure "lahq" was refering to those finn players that always say during a gtv game "quick x player has to go play poker" .
From what you say here, I guess you play online poker, do you mind writing down your nickname and/or the platform you use to play? I will quick check if you really earn enough money to make a living as you claim (or if you play&win), or if you are just another wanna be.
If when asked a simple question like your nickname you go and delete it after?
I am sure if you played poker for a living as you claimed you would't mind people knowning your achievments. Now why do you delete that part when you get asked for your nickname? Notice I didn't even ask you for proof, just your nickname. If you really play poker for a living, god honestly you are awesome, there is only a few people that can actually do this. I am now sure you are just a wanna be, not only are you too young but you perfectly fit the typicall kid who goes play poker online and then claims he does it for a living. And wow (Nl 400-1000 hu) ? Hahah , prove me wrong let's go play now? After all that is the soul of heads up, taking a challenge , I am sure you know this professional 21 year old fin player.
Yeah we can play nl400-1k now if you want. I can play on Stars, ftp, party, williamhill... whats your nick? Go sit I'll join you, 3-4 tables?
So whats your nickname on pokerstars , I will quick if what you are saying is real or not, whats the big deal uh?
But yeah if you follow 400-1k hu then you know my nick on stars for sure.
Answer this simple question please, because you are either confused or wrong with your "poker slang":
-What do you EXACTLY mean by 400-1000k Reg mostly
Hello unforgiven?
End of conversation.
-What do you mean by No Limit 400-1k (Reg killer mostly)
not sure what you mean by unforgiven as well?
on a side note, the only other poker playing finn that i know makes a good living off of it is vanhaomena
Ofc they don't owe me anything, I agree. On the other hand I am very active in several poker forums/communities and platforms and I find it hilarious to come here and see a 21 year old highskilled player claiming to play poker for a living.
Again, there is only very few people that play poker for a living, they are called professional poker players, or heck let's even include the semi-pros too. I would love to be proven wrong here, but I am sure I won't find a professional poker player in an ET forum.
He also claimed to give free poker lessons worth 100-200 per hour. I find this claims hilarious and obviously fake. But again, I would love to see him prove me wrong!
Now I am assuming matias is wealthy (because he can afford that trip described above) and he likes to play poker but considering he is 21 and backpedaled the moment I asked his nickname I am most certain that he is just another wanna be. Every poker player I know has no problem sharing their stats, unless they are losing , then they just don't share em. There are several ways to prove you are a winning poker player without showing how much money you got. Whatever I will not continue, not making a big deal but I just found it funny that what that guy above said was true, what is it with people here in this website , claiming to be profesional poker players lol.
if you do well at midstakes+ you will have a sick hourly and lots of money
its nothing too incredible, people with talent and hard work will easily excell at poker even at 2013, nothing weird about it
If you want to party hard BP is also the best place, but you should definitely spend atleast 1 night in Siófok (Balaton)
I also have a ladyfriend who's family is originally from finland i might ask her to tag along if you'd like.
Unfortunately dont have a place for you to stay. I also promise i wont ditch you like exceed did back at cdc(3)? scouts honor!
Yeah I remember Exceed.... :D
as for her, i actually think she doesnt speak finnish all that well, maybe a little. her parents are fluent of course but i think she is better at english.
oh ok :-)
:)
He seems to be like a chill dude!
it's a nice place unfortunally i will not be there.
What to do there? :)
very small city but i can tell u that i can leave my car with keys inside and it will not be stolen...it's an old fishermen place...relaxing place nothing else..i loved it.
TY!
japan is the coolest place ive been to and want to go again some year :)
Nightlife is pretty cool and theres lots of historical things to see if you enjoy that kind of thing.
Mostly I just enjoyed the big cultural difference to finland, as something refreshing.
I'm going with my girlfriend, and we plan to see as much as possible. Rather see the small villages, nature etc outside the big cities, even though we won't miss them!
You mean there are cool clubs/bars etc? Didn't expect that :D
And yeah, the culture must be fucking awesome
Always depends on what you want to do in the cities tho, if you want to go clubbing, Stuttgart has improofed quite a lot in this field, for shopping it isnt that good, missing a lot of good stores.
It's always nice to see new cities and meet new people in them! It would be nice to visit Stuttgart sometime! :)
Can you pm me your facebook/skype so we can talk more there?
Further more, if you ever need a place to stay in Manchester or in Nottingham UK hit me up (meez is in Nottingham too).
/q ScarZy or hit me up on facebook! Very jealous!
On the other side, like i wrote u above, u could visit Slovenia and then if ur here, extend it over to Croatia, specially some of the islands are really great to visit.
So I guess my advice is to check out those regions :)
For a young guy who loves electronic music, Antwerp is a great place to be though!
Not sure if I'm coming to Romania after a pm I got from unforgiven, but maybe you can change my mind!
you´re welcome
hmm i would say delirium, chouffe,hoegaarden, val dieu and tripel karmeliet
If you want we could arrange a couple of nights at my place in Brussels, and at the same time I could show you some worthy bars to go to :)
Myself I've been to Croatia + Herzegovina for three weeks last year, backpacking, with my girlfriend, and it really was awesome!
Croatia is gorgeous with all those little islands and small villages, and the nature was really beautiful! You don't want to miss the Plitvice National Park!
And at every coach stop there were literally 20+ people there with a "zimmer room cammer" notice, with cheap as fuck rooms :P
Herzegovina was great as well, and nature camping is legal, so if you happen not to find a place to stay; just plant your tent!
Crime never was really a problem except for one night in Herzegovina where we heard steps around our tent, while we were in the middle of nothing, but nothing happened; was scary as fuck though!
A few weeks ago I was in Cracow, Poland with a bunch of friends; and nightlife is awesome as fuck! Plenty of young people, plenty of bars, cheap but decent booze, it was really great! (and apparently there is a lot of story in that city, but we didn't go for that, unfortunately)
This year I'm going to Indonesia and Japan, next year to Brazil, but I guess that's not really for you :P
Good luck and enjoy this awesome trip, buddy =)
xoxo
goku
this was taken at the Kravica waterfalls in Bosnia Herzegovina, where we planted our tent for 2-3 days
such sad area...
in Serbia they have expanded Belgrad with new houses for those affected by the bombardment far away from the ruines, on a hill i remember. at least they wont have to see the damaged houses and remember about that time every day. :s..
Yeah.. I've been dreaming of Croatia for a while now :)
I bet it was just some animal walking around your tent!
Idk about Indonesia.. But I would love to visit Japan and Brazil!
I added you on facebook, lets continue there xoxo!
also i think scarzy traveled a lot,
u should ask these guys, they probably have ideas & experience from that ( and maybe they know some friendly etplayers around where ur going )