Rock Your Layover: Zurich

Have a layover coming up in Zurich? Wondering what you could do with your time?

Here's a little inspiration. We've gathered the following stories from those who have experienced a layover in Zurich. Learn what they did, if it was worth it, and their tips.

• Zoom Your Way Through a Zurich Layover - Trip 101
• The 4-hour Layover Zurich - Sherman's Travel
• 5-hour Layover in Zurich (and how not to blow all your money) - The Happy Voyager
• 6-hours in Zurich - A Wanderer's Path
• Layover in Zurich -Edwards in Greece
• 22-hours in Zurich - Lonely Planet Thorntree
• Layover in Zürich - Europe for Visitors
• Zurich in a hurry: Make the most of your stopover - CNN
• Zurich Layover Guide - The Points Guy
• Great Ideas for a 6-hour Layover in Zurich - Trip Aside
• Walking in the Rain – a Zurich Walking Tour - Travel Addicts

Top 10 Tour Picks
Prefer to pre-plan? Here are our top picks.
1. Private Tour: Zurich City Highlights (2 or 4 hours)
2. Private Tour: 4-hour Zurich City Tour
3. Private Tour: 2-hour Downtown Walking Tour
4. Jungfraujoch: Top of Europe Day Trip from Zurich
5. 4-hour Quad Tour in Zurich
6. Swiss National Museum Admission and Classic Trolley Sightseeing Tour in Zurich
7. 2 for 1 Digital Swiss Coupon Pass Zurich
8. Collect the Crystals Scavenger Hunt in Zurich
9. Culinary Tour from Zurich with Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue Dinner
10. Small-Group Chocolate and Sweets Walking Tour of Zurich's Old Town

FREE Zurich
A few freebies...
FREE Zurich running tours - Run Happy Tour
FREE Zurich self-guided walking tours - GPS My City
FREE Zurich self-guided walking tour - Jetsetting Fools
FREE Zurich walking tours - Free Walk Zurich
FREE Things to Do in Zurich - The Zurich English Student

Getting Out and About in Zurich
Zurich International Airport (ZUR) transportation guide - IHateTaxis
Getting to/from Zurich Airport - IHateTaxis blog
Getting Around in Zurich - Zurich Tourism

At the Airport
Prefer to stay at the airport? There's lots to do...
Services at Zurich Airport - IHateTaxis
Transit Hotel and Day Rooms - Zurich Airport
Showers - Zurich Airport
Layover and Lounges - Zurich Guide
Zurich Airport videos (English and German) - Zurich Airport Magazine
Zurich Airport Review -Travel Adept


Related resources
Travelers' Guide to Buying Swiss-made Products in Zurich - GPS My City
Swiss Parks & UNESCO World Heritage sites - Zurich Region - My Switzerland
Zurich's Best Museums and Attractions - TimeOut
Official Zurich City Guide - Zurich Tourism
Zurich Layover Ideas and Things to Do in Zurich - LayoverIdeas

Rock Your Layover: Cleveland

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland

Have a layover coming up in Cleveland? Wondering you can fill your time?

It's not hard in the home Of the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame, but here's a little inspiration. We've gathered the following stories from those who have experienced a layover in Cleveland. Learn what they did, if it was worth it, and their tips.

• 24-hours in Cleveland - Joe Baur, for Matador Network
• 3 Days in Cleveland: a Chicagoan's Guide to Beer Drinking - Guys Drinking Beer
• A Layover in Cleveland: the Perfect Opportunity to See the Browns in Their Natural Habitat -
• A Long Layover in Cleveland - MSN (video, very good)
• Love the Cleveland Layover: Where to Honour Jimi Hendrix - Stuck at the Airport
• Cleveland: The Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame - Jacqueline Travels
• GuitarMania On The Streets Of Downtown Cleveland (map) - PBase
• 17 Reasons to Feel Sorry for Everybody in Cleveland - Matador Network
• 36 hours in Cleveland - New York Times
• Hot in Cleveland - Flow Journal
• 10 Don't Miss Attractions in Cleveland - Elite Meetings
• The 15 Best Places That Are Good for a Late Night in Cleveland - Foursquare



Pink Floyd "The Wall" exhibit
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

FREE CLEVELAND
A few freebies...
FREE Cleveland and Akron running tours - Go Running
FREE Cleveland self-guided walking tours - GPS My City
FREE Take a Hike Cleveland heritage walking tours - Gateway District
CircleTrek FREE Cleveland Walking Tour - University Circle
25 FREE Things To Do In CLE - Cleveland.com
FREE Things to do in Cleveland - About.com


Getting Out and About in Cleveland
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) transportation guide - IHateTaxis
- Cleveland Transportation - This is Cleveland
- Getting Around Cleveland - USA News


At the Airport
Prefer to stay at the airport? There's lots to do...
Hunt down the GuitarMania works in the airport (map)
Services at Cleveland Airport - IHateTaxis
Cleveland Airport Sleeping Guide - Sleeping at the Airport


Related resources
Milwaukee resident messes with airline passengers by painting "Welcome to Cleveland" on his roof
How to piss off someone from Cleveland - Matador Network
Cleveland Episode: No Reservations With Anthony Bourdain
Cleveland Layover Ideas and Things to Do in Cleveland

10 unique Los Angeles tours

Venice Beach, Los Angeles ~ a great spot to play or relax!

Looking or something different to do on your Los Angeles layover?

If you want to avoid the crowds, or have simply seen the big sights, it's easy to get off the beaten track in the city.

Here are some unique Los Angeles tour options to consider:
1. Complete Rose Bowl Package Parade and Game Tickets
2. Private Customizable Tour of Los Angeles
3. Los Angeles Horseback-Riding Tour to the Hollywood Sign
4. Literary History Tour of Los Angeles
5. Private Tour: Personal Travel Photographer Tour in Los Angeles
6. Shuttle to the Top of Mt Wilson for a Single Bike Run
7. Los Angeles Beach Cruiser Bike Rental
8. Santa Monica Farming Bike Tour
9. Surf Camping Trip
10. Los Angeles Private Surf Lesson (or Venice Beach, or Santa Monica)


Plus 3 great freebies!
FREE Los Angeles self-guided tours- LA Conservancy
FREE Attraction Tours in Downtown LA - LA Tourist
100 FREE Things to Do in Los Angeles: Free Attractions - Discover Los Angeles


Related reources
10 Unique NYC Tours
A Double Layover Premiere
Layover Ideas and Things to Do in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) transportation guide - IHateTaxis

Rock Your Layover: Lisbon

Iconic Lisbon tram

Have a layover coming up in Lisbon? Wondering what you could do with your time?

Here's a little inspiration. We've gathered the following stories from those who have experienced a layover in Lisbon. Learn what they did, if it was worth it, and their tips.

• How I fell for Lisbon - New York Times
• Awesome Lisbon Layover: Oceanario de Lisboa (Lisbon Aquarium) - Brandon is Still Alive
• Lisbon Layover - Leah Stunts
• Lisbon In Three Hours And The Art Of Layover Tourism - Huffington Post
• Lisbon in 5 Hours - ido8all
• How to Spend a 6-hour Layover in Lisbon - Nick Onken
• 72 Hours in Lisbon - Following My Compass
• 12 Photos From My 12-hour Layover in Lisbon - Now Boarding All Groups
• 24-hour Layover - Lisbon - Pauline Frommer, for MSNBC
• Lisbon Stopover - The Perfect Tourist (Portugal Tourism)

Top 10 Tours
Prefer to pre-plan? Here are our top picks.
1. 2-Hour Private Tour in Lisbon
2. Lisbon Cobblestone Tour
3. Old Lisbon Half-Day LGBT Walking Tour
4. Lisbon Fado Walking Tour Including Food
5. Lisbon Fado Dinner Show and Panoramic Night Tour
6. Lisbon Insiders Street Art Private Tour
7. Tile Workshop and Small Group Tour Including National Tile Museum
8. Lisbon Cooking Class
9. Route of the Salter Full-Day Private Tour
10. The Templars: Private Tour from Lisbon


FREE LISBON
A few freebies...
FREE self-guided Lisbon walking tours - GPS My City
FREE Lisbon Chill-Out Walking Tours - Lisbon Chill-Out Tours
FREE Walking Tour of Lisbon - Sandemans New Europe
FREE Lisbon Alfama Walking Tour: The Heart & Soul of Lisbon - Discover Walks
FREE Lisbon Belem Walking Tour: When Lisbon Ruled the World - Discover Walks
Top 10 FREE Things to Do in Lisbon - Like a Local


Getting Out and About in Lisbon
Lisbon Portela International Airport (LIS) transportation guide - IHateTaxis
Car and Driver on Demand in Lisbon
Lisbon City Card (including public transportation)
Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour (4 routes including tram)
Public Transport Lisbon - Getting Around the City - Go Lisbon


At the Airport
Prefer to stay at the airport? There's not alot to do... (although you can always go shopping!)
Services at Lisbon Airport - IHateTaxis
Lisbon Airport Sleeping Guide - Sleeping in Airports


Related resources
Family Travel in Lisbon - Flytographer
Lisbon shopping: 17 ideas for travelers - GPSMyCity
Must know tips for visiting Lisbon - Little Grey Box
Alternative Lisbon Guide - Kami, for My Wanderlust
Great rooftop bar with beautiful view in downtown Lisbon - ido8all
Lisbon Episode: No Reservations With Anthony Bourdain
Portugal visa requirements - Portugal.com
Lisbon Layover Ideas and Things to Do in Lisbon

Lisbon's architecture

Rock Your Layover: Manila

The modern Manila skyline

Have a layover coming up in Manila? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	Manila sits at the edge of the Asian continent, straddling the Pacific Rim of Fire. The sprawling city is bustling, with a culturally complicated heritage, and a backdrop of Spanish colonial architecture.
Free:	10 Cool and Free Things You Can Do in Manila Manila on a Budget: Free (or Nearly Free) Things to Do in the Metro
Unique:	Pagsanjan Falls Adventure from Manila
Picks:	Customizable Private Manila Layover Tour Manila Layover Tour: Overnight City sightseeing with Round-Trip Airport Transfer Manila Super Saver: Manila Sightseeing plus Tagaytay Tour with Taal Volcano Art and Culture Tour from Manila: Angono Caves, Nemiranda Arthouse and Blanco Museum
Shop:	Manila Spa and Shopping Tour 7 Tips When Shopping During a Sale in Manila
See:	No city pass is available
Hop:	No 'hop on hop off' bus tour is available
Do:	Manila Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Manila
Eat:	Binondo Chinatown Culinary Walking Tour Pampanga Culinary and Heritage Tour Manila Food Frenzy: 29 Filipino DishesYou Need to Try Frugal Foodie's Guide to Dining in Manila The Ultimate Guide to Late Dining & 24 Hour Restaurants in Manila No Reservations: Manila - Anthony Bourdain
Tips:	How to Have a Cracking Manila Stopover 10 Fun Walks and Tours to Help You Rediscover Metro Manila Manila: 10 Things to Do Getting Around Manila Like a Pope - jeepney tips
Watch:	YouTube: Manila videos
Look:	Pinterest: Manila photographs
Read:	Manila on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) Manila Clark International Airport (CRK) Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport <--> Manila Clark Airport Transfer Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport Inter-Terminal Transfer Manila Airport Transfers
Good to know:	Use caution visiting Manila. Aside of dirty streets, open manholes and dangerous traffic, there are scams. Do not go with anyone, even if they say they work at your hotel. Scammers will drug you, then force you to an ATM to empty your accounts. Watch out for pickpockets, and tuck your smartphone and camera away. Best take a tour here.
Tourist info:	Manila Tourist Information

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• Welcome to the Philippines: a Tour of Manila
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• Penang Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Penang
• Taipei Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Taipei
• Beijing Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Beijing
• Hong Kong Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Hong Kong 

Rock Your Layover: Nice

Nice harbour, on the French Riviera

Have a layover coming up in Nice? Wondering what you could do with your time?
Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here...

In a nutshell:	Located on the south east coast of France on the Mediterranean Sea, Nice is an ethnically diverse port city with a rich history (there are Greek and Roman ruins nearby). Nice (pronounced "niece") is particularly well known for the Promenade des Anglais, its famous waterfront walk with beautiful views. The old town is called Vieux Nice by the locals. Photo: This clever building shaped like a head is the library.
Free:	Nice Free Walking Tour FreeThings to Do in Nice, France
Unique:	Ferrari Sports Car Experience - Ride or Drive
Picks:	Molinard Perfume Workshop in Nice Monaco Under the Lights Tour From Nice Luxury Professional Photo Shoot in Nice
Shop:	Italian Market Menton and Monaco Shopping Tour Italian Open Air Market Tour of Vivtimille or San Remo
See:	French Riviera Pass (or you can see several museums on this Nice Art Tour)
Hop:	Nice Hop On Hop Off Bus
Do:	Nice Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Nice
Eat:	Nice Food Market Tour and Cooking Class French Patisserie Cooking Class in Nice Good, Cheap Eats in Nice Best Restaurants and Places to Eat in Nice - includes food glossary
Tips:	Essential Nice: Exploring the Capital of the French Riviera 10 Great Things to Do in Nice 6 Art Museums In and Around Nice The French Riviera on a Tight Budget Free WiFi in Nice, France
Watch:	YouTube: Top Things to Do in Nice, France YouTube: Nice, France Old Town Stroll
Look:	Nice Photo Gallery - Provence and Beyond
Read:	Nice on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) Transportation Guide
Good to know:	Be smart. To stay safe: Wear a money-belt and watch out for pickpockets. Be vigilant at the Gare Thiers tram station. Don't go out at night alone (even men). Stay away from the seafront after 22:00. Best get a central hotel you like!
Tourist info:	Nice Tourist Information

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• Monaco Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Monaco
• Cannes Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Cannes
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• Aix-en-Provence Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Aix-en-Provence
• Avignon Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Avignon
• Lyon Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Lyon
• Paris Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Paris

Rock Your Layover: Frankfurt

Old Frankfurt
creativecommons image by fran001 on Flickr

Have a layover coming up in Frankfurt? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	In Frankfurt, students rub shoulders with bankers. Set upon the River Main, with some of the tallest highrises in Europe tucked into a fairly small city centre, Frankfurt's skyline has earned it the nickname Mainhattan. Historic Frankfurt boasts wonderful old buildings and numerous museums. creativecommons image by xingxiyang on Flickr
Free:	Frankfurt free alternative walking tour Frankfurt for Free Free things to do in Frankfurt
Unique:	Geocaching in Frankfurt: A Modern Treasure Hunt
Picks:	Frankfurt Layover Private Sightseeing Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transport Tatort in Frankfurt with 2-Hour Guided Crime Tour Frankfurt: 1.5-Hour Nostalgia Tour in a Vintage Bus
Group:	Have a large group, like a corporate group or sports-team, on a Frankfurt layover? Book the Germany Gourmet Liner for a for a private tour or a transfer with an onboard kitchen.
Shop:	What is cheap in Frankfurt? Frankfurt Shopping Centres and Malls Frankfurt Shopping Guide: Where to go and what to buy Luxury Shopping Trip to Wertheim Village from Frankfurt Frankfurt Full Day Trip to Wurzburg and Wertheim Village Outlet
See:	Frankfurt Card
Hop:	Frankfurt Hop On Hop Off Bus: 1 Hour or Full-Day
Do:	Frankfurt Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Frankfurt
Eat:	Spotted by Locals: Frankfurt Restaurants Eating Out in Frankfurt: Top 10 Restaurants Eating Out in Frankfurt - by Hostelworld Loreley Dinner Tour Exquisite Frankfurt and Rhine River Valley tour with wine tasting & lunch Frankfurt City Limousine Tour with Dinner
Tips:	Exploring Frankfurt, Germany's Hub - Rick Steves
Watch:	YouTube: 5 Things You Will Love & Hate About Visiting Frankfurt YouTube: Backpacker's Survival Guide: Frankfurt
Look:	A View on Cities: Frankfurt Pictures City Panoramas: Frankfurt Panoramas
Read:	Frankfurt on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) transportation guide Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN) transportation guide (don't let the name fool you, it isn't even near Frankfurt!)
Good to know:	Frankfurt is a pretty safe city, but expect to be approached by panhandlers. The area around the train station can be a bit daunting at first glance. Just keep your wits about you, especially if you are suffering from jetlag after a long flight. Be careful in selecting your airport: Frankfurt Hahn, used by low-cost carriers, is a l-o-n-g way from Frankfurt. creativecommons image by poly-image on Flickr
Tourist info:	Frankfurt Tourist Information

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• How to make the most out of your layover - a Frankfurt Airport guide (PDF)
• How to Run from Frankfurt Airport to Downtown Frankfurt and Back During a FRA Layover in 7 Easy Steps
• What To Do on Your 24 Hour Layover in Frankfurt
• Tips for exploring Frankfurt Airport on a layover
• Layover City: Munich
• Cologne Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Cologne
• Dusseldorf Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Dusseldorf
• Hamburg Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Hamburg
• Koblenz Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Koblenz
• Nuremberg Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Nuremberg

Rock Your Layover: Edinburgh

Edinburgh at nightfall
image: creativecommons, Dimitri B on Flickr

Have a layover coming up in Edinburgh? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.



In a nutshell:	Edinburgh blends ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere. Watched over by the imposing Edinburgh Castle, Scotland's capital plays host to great shops, restaurants and a throbbing nightlife. Check what's on, just in case you find yourself in town during one of the many city festivals throughout the year.
Free:	Free Edinburgh tour Edinburgh free things to do
Unique:	Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain and the Scottish Borders
Picks:	Full-Day Trip to Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Da Vinci Code Small Group Day Trip Highland Whiskey Experience (tour to Glenturret, home of Famous Grouse)
Shop:	Best of Edinburgh shopping 10 of the best independent shops in Edinburgh
See:	Historic Scotland Historic Pass National Trust for Scotland Discover Sightseeing Pass
Hop:	Hop On Hop Off Bus
Do:	Edinburgh Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Edinburgh
Eat:	Where to Eat and Drink in Edinburgh - Wendy Perrin No Reservations: London and Edinburgh - Anthony Bourdain Cheap eats in Edinburgh - WOW 24 7 Edinburgh's Chocolate Walking Tour Cupcake and Macaron Walking Tour of Edinburgh Whiskey Tasting and Dinner in Edinburgh Eat Walk Edinburgh
Tips:	Edinburgh budget tips - Nomadic Matt 5 pics and tips for Edinburgh Plan your Edinburgh and the Lothians vacation - Fodors
Watch:	Edinburgh Video Guide Rick Steves' Europe: Edinburgh episode
Look:	Pinterest: Edinburgh
Read:	Edinburgh on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	Edinburgh International Airport (EDI)
Good to know:	You can look up your ancestors at the National Archives of Scotland, 2 Princes St (at Waverley Station). Get connected at the large, independent Mossco Internet Cafe, 18 West Maitland St (near Haymarket Station). Watch out for a few rough areas (e.c. some local pubs).
Tourist info:	Edinburgh Tourist Information

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• My first time eating Haggis - TravelerInside
• A layover in Edinburgh - Eat. Fly. Drive.
• Edinburgh Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Edinburgh
• Glasgow Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Glasgow
• Dublin Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Dublin
• Belfast Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Belfast
• London Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in London
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Rock Your Layover: Cusco

Looking out at the rooftops of beautiful Cusco, Peru
(photo: creative commons ianz on Flickr)

Have a layover coming up in Cusco? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	You may find yourself in Cusco (Cuzco) for a few days acclimatizing to the elevation on your way to Machu Picchu, but Cusco is more than a stopping off point - it is a destination in its own right. Located at the site of the historic capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting near 2 million visitors a year.
Free:	Free Walking Tour Peru: Cusco 7 things to do for free: Cusco, Peru
Unique:	Sacred Valley Community Small Group Tour from Cusco Runner up: Cusco: Inti Raymi Festival Of The Sun Day Tour (1x/year)
Picks:	Archeological Park of Sacsayhuaman Half-Day Tour Explore the City of Cusco: Guided Walking Tour Horseback Riding Tour from Cusco
Shop:	Cusco Ancient Inca Sites & Markets with a Local Shopping at the Markets of Cusco Shopping Secrets of Cusco
See:	You'll need a Boleto turistico to see the ruins and sights around Cusco (buy one at the Oficina Ejecutiva del Comité, or OFEC).
Hop:	"Combis" are cheap and crowded small buses with names like Batman or Zorro. If you want to get off, yell "Baja!"
Do:	Cusco Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Cusco Top 4 leisure activities in Cusco Top 10 things to do in Cusco (that they won't tell you about in the guidebooks)
Eat:	Wandering and eating in Cusco Chocolate Workshop: from Bean to Bar Cusco: 3-Hour Peruvian Cooking Class Cusco Eats Top 10 Things to Eat in Cusco - National Geographic
Tips:	How to survive Cuzco on a budget What you should know before a trip to Cusco
Watch:	YouTube: Cusco, Peru Tour (great tips on getting photos with locals by @denniscallan) YouTube: A Tourist's Guide to Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru
Look:	Cusco on Pinterest
Read:	Cusco on Amazon.com Books to read before you go to Peru
To/from the airport:	Cusco Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) transportation guide
Good to know:	To avoid altitude sickness, take time to acclimatize. Take it slow the first day, and stay away from the bars the first night. Drink coca tea, a traditional native remedy for altitude sickness. If you expect to get drug tested upon your return home, skip the coca; drink plenty of water and look into Diamox/Acetazolamide (available at a pharmacy). Don't even think about drugs in Peru; it is a felony that you "consider to maybe accept" an offer to buy. Cusco is relatively safe, but use don't wander alone away from the Plaza de Armas late at night.
Tourist info:	Cusco Tourist Information

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• Cusco Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Cusco
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• Arequipa Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Aerquipa
• Iquitos Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Iquitos
• Puno Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Puno
• Machu Picchu tours - from LayoverIdeas

Rock Your Layover: Oslo

Oslo's Parliament buildings

Have a layover coming up in Oslo? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	Norway's capital city, Oslo, is a hub of Norwegian trade, banking, industry and shipping. Oslo is famous as being one of the most expensive cities in the world. Oslo is home to the Nobel Peace Center, which you can visit. The Munch Museum in Oslo contains the famous work, The Scream, by Edvard Munch. There is a great Viking Ship Museum here.
Free:	Free things to Do in Oslo - Visit Norway Free Things to Do in Oslo, the Most Expensive City in the World
Unique:	Oslo Jazz and Blues Cruise
Picks:	All-Inclusive Oslo City Tour (Viking Ship Museum, Kon-Tiki) Full Day Bike Rental in Oslo with Free Mapping Service 2 Hour Oslo,Fjord Sightseeing Tour
Shop:	Favorite Oslo Special Shops, Stores and Malls - Spotted by Locals Best Oslo Shopping - 10 Best
See:	Visit Oslo Pass
Hop:	Hop On Hop Off Bus <--> Hop On Hop Off Mini-Cruise
Do:	Oslo Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Oslo
Eat:	Nordic Food Walking Tour in Oslo Food and Drink You Should Try Whilst in Norway Oslo's 10 Best Cultural Restaurants: Reindeer, Coffee and Local Eats Cheap Eats Guide to Oslo - Budget Traveller
Tips:	13 Budget Tips for Oslo $100 Weekend in Oslo - Frugal Traveler
Watch:	YouTube: Oslo: Lively, Lovely City on the Fjord - Rick Steves' Europe
Look:	Pinterest: Noorwegen - Oslo
Read:	Oslo on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) - main airport Oslo Rygge Airport (RYG) - low cost carriers Oslo Torp Airport (TRF) - low cost carriers
Good to know:	Oslo really is an expensive city, so beware, but don't let this put you off exploring. check the links above for free things to do and cheap eats. To get around without spending a fortune, make use of the ¨Bysykler¨ bike share program (you'll need an electronic smartcard, pick one up at the local tourist information office, around  EUR 13).
Tourist info:	Visit Oslo Tourist Information

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• Oslo Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Oslo
• Oslo in a Day - @SarinaPrimrose
• The Layover: Oslo, Norway - A and H Magazine
• Best Airports in Europe for a 23 Hour Layover - Hack My Trip

Rock Your Layover: San Juan

Old San Juan oozes charm
Creative Commons image bz3rk on Flickr

Have a layover coming up in historic San Juan? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	Puerto Rico is one of the Greater Antilles Islands in the Caribbean. If you are flying or cruising via San Juan, you may very well find yourself with a long layover here (very common!).
Free:	Self-Guided Walking Tour of Old San Juan
Unique:	Rio Camuy Cave Park and Arecibo Observatory from San Juan
Picks:	Architectural Tour Old San Juan Rum Distillery and Old San Juan Half-Day Tour Scenic Horseback-Riding Tour from Old San Juan
Shop:	7 Shopping Tips in San Juan Where to Go Shopping in San Juan
See:	No city pass is available
Hop:	The San Juan Trolley is free and operates on 3 routes in Old San Juan. Or try the bus.
Do:	San Juan Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in San Juan
Eat:	The Best Foods of Puerto Rico San Juan Restaurants - listings and reviews on VirtualTourist Secrets of Espresso: Coffee Tasting Tour in Old San Juan San Juan Drive Around Lunch Tour
Tips:	Anthony Bourdain No Reservations: San Juan Sightseeing Tours in San Juan Things to Do in San Juan Port - tips for cruise visitors What to do with 48 hours in San Juan
Watch:	National Geographic: Old San Juan Travel Channel: Explore Old San Juan
Look:	Pinterest: Foodie's Paradise in Old San Juan World Atlas: Old San Juan Photos
Read:	San Juan, Puerto Rico on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	San Juan Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU)
Good to know:	While Spanish is the official language, English is commonly spoken. The official currency is the US Dollar (Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory of the United States).
Tourist info:	San Juan, Puerto Rico Tourist Information

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• How to Kill Time During a Long Layover in San Juan, Puerto Rico - WikiHow
• 20 Best-Kept Secrets of San Juan, Puerto Rico - Budget Travel
• Colorful Old San Juan - Discovering Puerto Rico
• San Juan Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in San Juan

Rock Your Layover: Montreal

Vieux-Montréal, or Old Montreal

Have a layover coming up in the great city of Montreal? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	Montreal is a historic city, rich in culture, with a reputation as one of North America's liveliest cities. The city hosted the Summer Olympics in 1976.
Free:	Free Montreal Tours Free Things to Do to Montreal - National Geographic Traveler
Unique:	Montreal thru the Lens - Old and New Private Tour
Picks:	The Olympic Park Tower Observatory Visit The Grand Walking Tour of Montreal Montreal in Winter: Ice Skating, Snowshoeing and Sledding on Mount Royal
Shop:	Montreal Shopping Guide - Montreal Tourism Old Montreal Shopping Guide
See:	Montreal Museum Pass
Hop:	Hop On Hop Off Bus
Do:	Montreal Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Montreal
Eat:	38 Essential Montreal Restaurants - Montreal Eater Complete 2014 Guide to Food Trucks and Street Food in Montreal - Tourism Montreal Food Tour of Montreal's Little Italy Including Jean Talon Market
Tips:	The Layover: Montreal - with Anthony Bourdain
Watch:	YouTube: One Day in Montreal
Look:	Pinterest: Old Montreal
Read:	Montreal on Amazon.com
To/from the airport:	Montreal Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Good to know:	A very open and safe city, Montreal is a very welcoming destination for gay and lesbian tourists.
Tourist info:	Montreal Tourist Information

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Rock Your Layover: Paris

Summer layover in Paris? Check out Paris Plages, on the banks of the Seine.

Have a layover coming up in Paris? Wondering what you could do with your time? Here's a little inspiration.

We've gathered the following resources - tips, stories and layover ideas - to help you get the most out of your time here.

In a nutshell:	 Widely considered to be the world's most beautiful city, romantic Paris is brimming with history, culture, fashion, food and design. With a large part of the city a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, is it any wonder the City of Lights is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations? Where better to have a layover?
Free:	Paris Free Sightseeing Tours Top 10 Free Things to do in Paris - the Guardian Always-Free Paris, Sometimes-Free Paris, Almost-Free Paris - Parislogue Paris for Free - ParisInfo (Convention and Visitors Bureau)
Unique:	Paris Dinner with Parisian Hosts
Picks:	After-Hours Tour of Notre-Dame Cathedral Towers Skip the ine Arc de Triomphe Summit Access and Champs Elysees Highlights Private Guided Layover Tour of Paris including Roundtrip Transport
Shop:	Paris Shopping Tour: Discount Couture Teen Shopping Tour in Paris St-Ouen Flea Market (Marché aux Puces St-Ouen) Tour
See:	The Paris Pass  Paris Discount Cards: Passes & Benefits - Parislogue
Hop:	Hop On Hop Off Bus - several to choose from
Do:	Paris Layover Ideas & Stuff to Do in Paris
Eat:	Paris by Mouth My Paris - David Lebovitz, author of My Paris Kitchen The 100 Best Restaurants in Paris - Time Out Paris Best Cheap Eats - Time Out Cooking Classes - from croissants and macaroons to gluten-free pastries (tours)
Tips:	No Reservations: Paris - Anthony Bourdain The Layover: Paris - Anthony Bourdain A French Guy’s Practical Tips for a Quick Trip to Paris - Olivier Knox 10 Tips for the Perfect Paris Trip - Girls Guide to Paris Finding free WiFi in Paris - Parislogue
Watch:	YouTube: Paris city guide - Lonely Planet YouTube: How to use the Paris Metro - Rail Europe
Look:	Pinterest: Paris
Read:	Paris on Amazon.com My Paris Kitchen
To/from the airport:	Make sure you know which Paris airport you are flying in and out of - there are several! Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) Paris Orly Airport (ORY) Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) Paris Le Bourget Airport (LBG) Paris Vatry Disney Airport (XCR)
Good to know:	Paris transportation is, unfortunately, prone to strikes, so it is a good idea to have a Plan A and a Plan B for your airport transfers. The train from CDG airport is a good option. Being a major international city, there are plenty of travel scams in Paris  - be alert.
Tourist info:	ParisInfo (Convention and Visitors Bureau) Tourism Roissy-en-France Tourism

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• 10 unique Paris tours
• Layover Ideas & Stuff to do in Paris
• What's the Best Way to Spend a Layover in Paris? - Wendy Perrin, Condé Nast Traveler
• Layover in Paris - Tourism Roissy-en-France
• Memorial sites near Paris Beauvais Airport
• Book your private Paris airport transfer from IHateTaxis: CDG, ORY, BVA