hated our first hotel - loved EXPO

Advantages: Good location
Disadvantages: a popular hotel for school trips

...We arrived in Valencia and we unexpectedly booked ourself a hotel in a bad location. We phoned up our travel agent and explained that we wanted to move to a better location within the same price range. They arranged the EXPO hotel for us within 1 day and when we arrived we were relieved. The location for us was perfect. There was a shopping centre right next to the hotel so shopping was close by and once we managed to work out our map we realised we could walk to most locations in the centre, such as the train station from the EXPO. Walking however was not necessary as there were bus stops right outside our hotel that went to most locations including the Main beach and a metro line was also just around the corner. Our room was perfect for the price we paid (£250 each for two weeks) it had all amentities that you would expect in...

lailia05 10.07.2006 · Read review
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Review of Expo Hotel Valencia, Valencia

Want to Live in Malaysia?

Advantages: Modern facilities, conveniently located, friendly people, lots to do
Disadvantages: None

...We were in Kuala Lumpur, commonly known as KL, sitting in an Irish pub (for a change!) when we spotted a copy of "The Expat" magazine. Having expat-related business ventures ourselves, although not Malaysia-based, naturally we were interested to read this glossy magazine - it turned out to be an excellent publication - and discovered that there was to be an Expat Expo in the nearby Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on 29 and 30 September 2007. Well, we were in KL on holiday, had no business materials with us, and no smart clothes. But we decided to go and have a look anyway, as we're always interested in expat-related things. It was well worth while. This was the first Expat Expo organised by "The Expat", but the general consensus among the attendees seemed to be that they hoped it would become an annual event. Certainly if it...

stravaig 16.10.2007 · Read review
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Review of Expat Expo, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Nice Hotel, Great Price.

Advantages: Clean, Friendly, Ideally Located, With A Nice Roof Top Pool & Lounging Area
Disadvantages: Rooms Pretty Basic, Not Much Going On Inside

...After visiting Barcelona for a few days, me and my friend caught a train to Valencia and stayed in the expo and was plesantly suprised. Its location was excellent it was literally around the corner from the tube station, and was within throwing distance of the main shopping centre which was full of restaraunts and shops! Compared to the hotel we stayed in at Barcelona, this was not as stylish nor as posh but with its price it was def nice, clean, and fabulously located with easy access to the transport links. It did take a few minutes to get into our room mind as the door was stuck but after a bit of tough love we got in, reported it and it was sorted quickly! After a few hours we decided to catch the tram to the beach, and found the stop about 10 minutes walk away although finding it was a bit of a challenge as it seemed to be in...

anthuk81 24.06.2007 · Read review
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Review of Expo Hotel Valencia, Valencia

Expo2000 - Not what I expected

Advantages: Good way to spend your money, Not too crowded
Disadvantages: Expensive, many unimpressive exhibits, internal transportation inadequate

...Way back in 1967 when I was at the tender age of 10, my family went to Montreal for a vacation and we spent most of our time at Expo '67. That was one vacation I'll never forget. So, despite some of the negative reviews I'd read about Expo2000, when I got the chance to go to Germany recently, I couldn't pass up the opportunity. Unfortunately, I wasn't all that pleased with what I found there. Granted, I was comparing Expo2000 (under the cynical eye of an adult) to Expo '67 (which I experienced with a child's innocence) and perhaps this clouded my opinion. Still, my own 15 year old son seemed to reinforce what I was feeling. What struck me first was the large "hanger" type buildings where the smaller countries had their exhibitions. These were sterile on the outside and gave no indication to what was within. Since these were...

TheChocolateLady 29.08.2000 · Read review
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Review of Hannover (Germany)

A knock-on effect of Expo 98

Advantages: modern, good transport infrastructure
Disadvantages: airport bus service only runs until 9pm

...Lisbon airport, a mere 7 km from the centre of Lisbon has been recently rebuilt, partially to coincide with the 1998 Expo, and also because before that it badly needed it. Now there is a very modern terminal building, with excellent connecting infrastructure (didn’t imagine myself saying that in relation to Portugal!) and altogether it is a very pleasant experience. Many Brits fly into Portugal via Faro, so may not be that familiar with Lisbon, but its airport is certainly worthy of praise. Firstly there minimum check-in times are shorter than in a lot of airports in mainland European. For internal flights you can check in half an hour before departure, for flights for Madeira and the Azores, which of course both belong to Portugal, the minimum check-in time is 45 minutes in advance, and for other European destinations...

Morgenhund 23.05.2001 · Read review
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Expo 2000 - Hannover Shines

Advantages: A not-to-be-missed event.
Disadvantages: Too massive to see it all

...Hannover is hosting Expo 2000 from June until October, and has made this small, attractive city a 'must visit' for anyone visiting Germany this year. The Expo is being held in the existing Messe (fairgrounds) on the outskirts of the city, easily reached by train, tram, bus, bike, or car. We chose to take the train to Hannover, and stayed at Hotel Atlanta, a great hotel in a quiet side-street near the train station. Admission to the Expo is not cheap at 69DM a day, but includes all public transportation, so arriving is simple. The grounds are open from 9am until midnight, with the pavilions open until 9:30. It would be impossible to go into any real detail of what to expect, as the Expo is incredibly huge. Anyone who has not visited a world's fair before will be shocked at the sheer size and scope. Nearly all of the world...

Vistaway 04.07.2000 · Read review
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Christmas. Spend or not to spend???

Advantages: Happy season
Disadvantages: May spend a large amount of money

...During Christmas, as we know, it is a season of giving. Besides giving, we also shop, eat and do many other things. For me, I'am not a crazy shopper as I do not go out and 'binge buy'. Especially there is the financial crisis now, it is wise not to buy so much goodies for ourselves. I will save my money and try to make donations as much as possible. However, talking about shopping, I also shop for things which are of use to me like shampoos, toilet rolls, etc. Entertainment wise, every Christmas, I will buy 1 XBOX game to spoil myself. Just one, yes. Technology wise, I will just go to any electronics shop and window shop their products. Otherwise, if there is an expo on computers or technology products like thumb drives, I'll go down and just look around and that's it. That's why I say, do save money today. Do not have...

JudgeIronFist 18.12.2008 · Read review
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Canon Speedlite 420EX

Advantages: Light
Disadvantages: None

...According to the manufacturer "The Speedlite 420EX combines good power with a useful range of features, making it suitable for most types of flash photography, both indoors and outside. If you only intend to shoot with a single Speedlite, the 420EX is well worth considering. If you add a Speedlite 550EX at a later date, the 420EX will work as part of a wireless flash set-up.Photo EX-series Speedlites are very good for shooting portraits in daylight. The camera monitors both the ambient light and the flash illumination and balances the exposure to give a natural result. In situations where the flash is too strong, you may be able to use flash expo-sure compensation for even greater control." I have to agree totally with these sentiments. It has helped me with my photography very much and I have taken some great pictures. Night time...

Nazuku 25.07.2006 (02.09.2006) · Read review
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Lido De Jesolo

Advantages: Its safe, fun and very family friendly
Disadvantages: More expensive due to a weak pound currently .

...never saw a single person drunk in the 4 weeks in total we have spent there. There are lots of attractions, a small Sea World type Shark expo in resort, mesuems, churches, local wine tasting trips, markets and just the sheer beauty of the sourounding area. All our travel was on public transport. The system is easy to use and very reliable.The location allows you to get to Venice easily. Coach & water bus costs very little and you approach Venice by water - without doubt the best way! we stayed in an apartment in Residence Il Teatro. The rooms and service are first class. There is a pool, jacuzzi, washing and drying facilites and a resteraunt serving fine food. There are excellent resteraunts everywhere you turn serving wonderful seafood. There are mini theme parks along teh main road where you can enjoy hours of fun...

livelylad 26.10.2009 · Read review
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Review of Lido di Jesolo, Veneto

La Ronde... have a thrilling time...

Advantages: Fun, exciting, spectacular fireworks, thrilling rides.
Disadvantages: None.

...Open from 20th May to 4th September HOURS: Open (20th May to 16th June) from 10:00AM to 8:00PM Open (17th June to 4th September) from 10:00AM to 10:30PM Afterwards, till end October, opening hours are between 12:00PM to 7:00PM (always check hours before visiting) COST: Day pass for 2 people = approx. £38-00 Day pass for 4 people = approx. £69-00 Season passport for 1 person = approx. £41-00 Family Passport = approx. £110-00 La Ronde is situated on l'Ile Ste. Helene, and is easily accessible via public transport or by car. Because La Ronde closes at 10:30PM most nights, there is no fear of missing the last buses off the island. Originally created for Expo '67 with only a handful of rides, it was meant to house exhibits from every country around the world. When...

GoFigure 12.03.2007 (13.03.2007) · Read review
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