Post: #1

Hi gang. I came across this forum today and spent some time reading some of the posts. I have to say, I am impressed... :-) lots of good info here. Anyways, I seem to need some help with my soon to start vacation planning. I will try to provide some details about myself and what I look for in my travels and look forward to hearing your recommendations. I have travelled extensively to random places in South America, Europe and Middle East, China. Some of my favorite places have been Barcelona, Mykonos, Aya napa and Playa Del Carmen.

Me: Recently single guy, 39 years old. Persian decent, 6' tall, fit and tan completion. Above average looks and brains, well dressed, well mannered. Not a pickup artist in anyway but very sociable and confident. Not used to random pickups, mainly relationship type...

Trip objective: Mainly have a good time... meet some girls and have a good time... make new friends...

Destination: I'm open to options... I can do anywhere in Europe... been eyeing Iceland for a while... As long as there is warm weather, preferably a beach, not too expensive I am game. I do love nature and architecture, so anything related to that would be a bonus.

When/How Long/ How much: I am looking to start my vacation End of August or beginning of September. I can do 2 weeks to 2.5 weeks. I don't have a budget set but I don't want to blow too much money.

With that being said, I hope to hear back from all you the experts. I'm not sure if this has been asked before. I did a quick search and didn't find anything specific, but if my question has been asked before I appologize.

Post: #2

Welcome.

What is your budget?

I have done Iceland, great in the winter time and probably for a long weekend at best.

Central Europe would be my recommendation, Balkan region.

Post: #3

No set budget... but don't want to spend a ton... Something within reason.

All i have heard about Iceland has been during summer... My original plan was to fly with them to Europe and take advantage of their layover and spend maybe 4 days of my holidays there...

Can you please be a little more specific in regards to Central Europe? What cities exactly and how long?

I have heard good things about the night cruse that goes between Helsinki and Stockholm and was hoping to include that in my trip.

So many places to see, so little time... lol

Post: #4

The layover in Iceland is perfect, no extra charge.

End of September is a great time to travel, for prices, weather and people are finished their summer vacations.

Stockholm - highly recommend, the downside is cost. $250 night hotel in good locale. $15 draft beer in nightclub. Rest of Scandinavia aint much better in pricing.

Ideally you want two weekends in any place, the longer the better. So be prepared to drop $$$.

Balkans - Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia etc. I don't know what you look like but I think Belgrade my suit your style.

You running solo?

Post: #5

"Some of my favorite places have been Barcelona, Mykonos, Aya napa and Playa Del Carmen."

Why not Zagreb, and nearby Istria? The latter tics those boxes (above); the former finds Uni season and young women?

(And spontaneous reach for particular resort towns, easy!)

Post: #6

Welcome to the forum. Go to Kiev IMHO. I think your desire for Iceland is good too, but woman may be overweight. I have never been there but data suggests they are easy.

Post: #7

To echo what Rudebwoy has said, I'd recommend Belgrade.

Post: #8

(08-13-2015 11:38 AM)sssolidnesss Wrote:  Hi gang. I came across this forum today and spent some time reading some of the posts. I have to say, I am impressed... :-) lots of good info here. Anyways, I seem to need some help with my soon to start vacation planning. I will try to provide some details about myself and what I look for in my travels and look forward to hearing your recommendations. I have travelled extensively to random places in South America, Europe and Middle East, China. Some of my favorite places have been Barcelona, Mykonos, Aya napa and Playa Del Carmen.

Me: Recently single guy, 39 years old. Persian decent, 6' tall, fit and tan completion. Above average looks and brains, well dressed, well mannered. Not a pickup artist in anyway but very sociable and confident. Not used to random pickups, mainly relationship type...

Trip objective: Mainly have a good time... meet some girls and have a good time... make new friends...

Destination: I'm open to options... I can do anywhere in Europe... been eyeing Iceland for a while... As long as there is warm weather, preferably a beach, not too expensive I am game. I do love nature and architecture, so anything related to that would be a bonus.

When/How Long/ How much: I am looking to start my vacation End of August or beginning of September. I can do 2 weeks to 2.5 weeks. I don't have a budget set but I don't want to blow too much money.

With that being said, I hope to hear back from all you the experts. I'm not sure if this has been asked before. I did a quick search and didn't find anything specific, but if my question has been asked before I appologize.

If you have two weeks to travel and no set budget, you can effectively go anywhere. Use the search function and read up on reports from all over the world. Choose a city or two and book it. After your travel, contribute to the Forum by writing a trip report. Good luck.

Post: #9

(08-13-2015 01:27 PM)rudebwoy Wrote:  The layover in Iceland is perfect, no extra charge.

End of September is a great time to travel, for prices, weather and people are finished their summer vacations.

Stockholm - highly recommend, the downside is cost. $250 night hotel in good locale. $15 draft beer in nightclub. Rest of Scandinavia aint much better in pricing.

Ideally you want two weekends in any place, the longer the better. So be prepared to drop $$$.

Balkans - Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia etc. I don't know what you look like but I think Belgrade my suit your style.

You running solo?

Yes, this is my favorite time of the year to visit Europe for the reasons you mentioned.

I have been hearing about Croatia and Montenegro... What is a good city there for a single guy to travel to? Would you say Belgrade and Budva would be good options?

Yup, running solo this year :-)

Post: #10

(08-14-2015 01:08 AM)WashedUPVet Wrote:  Welcome to the forum. Go to Kiev IMHO. I think your desire for Iceland is good too, but woman may be overweight. I have never been there but data suggests they are easy.

I have dated Ukrainian girls in the past and i have heard good things about Kiev. Is this a good time to go there right now with all that is going on with Ukraine and Russia?

Post: #11

They are all good, I would try Belgrade and Budva.

Post: #12

I second the other guys here.

Hit up the Balkans.
You are new here so I'd recommend you to invest some time and read about those regions here on the forum. Lots of stuff has been written and discussed about that.
If you can't find the info you are searching for, you can always ask in the Travelers Lounge.

Forget the ferry cruise between Helsinki and Stockholm this time, and welcome to the forum!

Post: #13

My suggestion is Medellin Colombia. Beautiful city, nice weather. Its only a 5-7 hour flight from most east coast cities. I fly for under $500 round trip. The women are beautiful, polite, cute and sexy as hell. The currency has really devalued in the last year; its 50% cheaper to visit there than it was 5 years ago. You can get a very nice hotel room or Airbnb for under $60.

PM for more details.