Eastern Europe

some guys from one of my skype groups are doing a Pokerhouse this summer in Bucharest, I was tempted to go but can't right now
anyway,from what I research Budapest is the nuts, only a little more expensive than Bucharest but worth it, also heard good things about Prague

those would be the top 3 cities I would visit in Eastern Europe

Not been there, so not sure, but I talk a bit to people from Bulgary, Ukraine, russia so forth. The impression I get, is that most of the places it's pretty shitty, unless ur in the biggest cities. But not 100% sure!!

You could maybe hook up with Joeingram, didn't he write that he might be hooking up with poker mates in south norway, Sweden and stuff in a few months?

When I travelled a bit around Europe, places like South France, to the right on the map, was beautiful, and then you get to play on the French Pokerstars!!

im purposefully avoiding western and northern europe at all costs.

Very few people speak english in Romania or Bulgaria.Id choose some big "touristy" eastern city like Budapest, Prague,Warsaw. Know some HS grinders who mooved to Prague from States and they like it .Who wouldnt like Prague !!!

careful of hostels marshall!

I recommend Prague Czech Republic, or some nice place in Austria

Austria is Western Europe no? hmmm maybe if you like sun Croatia or Slovenia are possible too ?

I'm also very interested on this.
Ideally a city full of hot chicks, cheap quality meat/fish, with an affordable apartment within walking distance of a few bar/nightclubs and a weightlifting facility.

Since you're accustomed to warm weather you'll probably hate prague in the winter. Go to Italy, play on stars.it, a player pool so bad the gov't had to ban foreigners to prevent loss of GDP. Plus it's Italy.

On April 08 2014 21:23 r0mx0 wrote: Austria is Western Europe no? hmmm maybe if you like sun Croatia or Slovenia are possible too ?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Europe

moron

Tallinn ? check out 2p2 thread about it, can't go wrong here as internet is one of the best in the world and most of the people speak decent english.

thx for your guys input. anybody else who has some plz continue to post

...reason im trying to avoid western europe is i want to get away from american culture. i dont care about being able to play online, i have enough money saved and coming in that i dont have to work for years. even if half the people dont speak english in the place i choose, that would be better than going to a place that has been indoctrinated with western culture.

On April 08 2014 22:09 dogmeat wrote: Show nested quote + On April 08 2014 21:23 r0mx0 wrote: Austria is Western Europe no? hmmm maybe if you like sun Croatia or Slovenia are possible too ? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Europe moron

...unnecessary.

quit being a bitch and find better things to do with your time than calling ppl names on the internet

On April 08 2014 22:09 dogmeat wrote: Show nested quote + On April 08 2014 21:23 r0mx0 wrote: Austria is Western Europe no? hmmm maybe if you like sun Croatia or Slovenia are possible too ? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_Europe moron

For historical reasons it is conventional to refer with Eastern Europe to all the countries that used to on the other side of the Iron Curtain (including the then communist Yugoslavia).

This is an example of a case where formal taxonomy is out of line with the one used normally, similar case is that an avocado is in fact a berry, not a fruit.

So in short, fuck you nitpicker

edit: i think i also should find more productive uses for my time

Cracow is the nuts!

http://www.local-life.com/krakow

If you are looking to avoid western culture, then eastern Europe isnt good enough.

On April 08 2014 19:38 r0mx0 wrote: Very few people speak english in Romania or Bulgaria

I don't agree. If you come to Sofia, Bulgaria you won't have any problems asking any younger person about directions or places to visit. We are generally very open towards foreigners and speak at least some English. Don't know what kinds of entertainment you are seeking, but there are many places with super rich history and beautiful landscapes. You might want to Google: Veliko Tarnovo (the old capital of Bulgaria, just 96 miles south of Bucharest), Sofia (the current capital and biggest city - decent nightlife, nice restaurants), Plovdiv (very very rich history - part of Roman Empire, with city status dating from 1st century); Rila Lakes and Rhodopy Mountains (extremely beautiful); or the seaside for party.. depending on when you are planning to come. Eastern Europe is not that shady of a place as most people think. Most cities are A LOT safer compared to some Western Europe megalopolises.

Edit: I thought you are coming on vacation, not for longer stay

Awesome for you man. Jealous as fuck that you're doing this.

I'm sure you'll experience numerous things that the vast majority don't.

Lucky fucker!! Enjoy.




PS. Wear condoms.

On April 09 2014 01:59 enfant wrote: Show nested quote + On April 08 2014 19:38 r0mx0 wrote: Very few people speak english in Romania or Bulgaria I don't agree. If you come to Sofia, Bulgaria you won't have any problems asking any younger person about directions or places to visit. We are generally very open towards foreigners and speak at least some English. Don't know what kinds of entertainment you are seeking, but there are many places with super rich history and beautiful landscapes. You might want to Google: Veliko Tarnovo (the old capital of Bulgaria, just 96 miles south of Bucharest), Sofia (the current capital and biggest city - decent nightlife, nice restaurants), Plovdiv (very very rich history - part of Roman Empire, with city status dating from 1st century); Rila Lakes and Rhodopy Mountains (extremely beautiful); or the seaside for party.. depending on when you are planning to come. Eastern Europe is not that shady of a place as most people think. Most cities are A LOT safer compared to some Western Europe megalopolises.

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