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Admin - please remove if this post is not in the correct forum. I recently came across various coins and notes from other countries - left over from holidays long forgotten now. Is there somewhere I can cash in or donate? Sterling and US dollars would probably still be of value - can...

Thank you so much! I'll check this out!

Hi, I am planning on going to Bath in October and hoping for a hotel recommendation which is close enough to the city centre. I've never been to Bath before so I have no idea of the city - one of our group has mobility issues. Thanks in advance jph

Thank you all so much for your helpful responses! I'll let you know the outcome of the adventure.

I am hoping to travel to Slovenia and Croatia, starting in Llubjlana and working my way across to Pula in Croatia. Does anyone have any advice on this area? There doesn't seem to be a direct flight from Dublin so it would mean flying into Austria or Italy and transferring by bus or train...

Thanks Eithne - that's the type of practical information I need! Back to the drawing board to re- think the holiday plan ! Jph

Myself and husband are hoping to go to South of France for 10 days approx in August. We usually go on a package holiday and we are not sure of the best options to plan this trip. Aerlingus and ryanair fly in to Perpignon & Carcassone - we like to have some pool/beach time and to take trips -...

Hi., Hoping to plan a trip to take in Tallinn, Helsinki, and st petersburgh - anyone done this trip and in what order and also is it easy to secure a visa from the embassy in Dublin? - I was in Moscow 3 years ago and had quite a hassle to get a visa as had to get confirmation from hotel of...

Hi., Hoping to plan a trip to take in Tallinn, Helsinki, and st petersburgh - anyone done this trip and in what order and also is it easy to secure a visa from the embassy in Dublin? - I was in Moscow 3 years ago and had quite a hassle to get a visa as had to get confirmation from hotel of...

Thank you both for your prompt reply. I am giving them the cash amount on a monthly basis to pay the mortgage until their circumstances change (hopefully). thanks again.

I am paying the mortgage for a family member as their circumstances have changed - does my supporting them affect their mortgage relief in any way? Thanks in advance jph

Hi, I am due to visit Vilnius for a meeting in September and I am considering trying to take in Talinn and Riga also. Has anyone had any experience on taking this route? I would not be confident enough to fly/drive as I am travelling alone (female, early 50s) and would appreciate any...

I am going to Milan at the end of October and would like to stay central - does anyone have any recommendations? Many thanks jph

Thanks for the reply shesells! jph

Hi, We are trying to plan a short city break for a 'big' birthday and want to include two people who have mobility issues - one elderly who could avail of a wheelchair and the second one who requires the support of a walking aid. The cities under consideration are : Amsterdam; Krakow; Edinburgh...

bank guarantees Can anyone explain re the bank guarantee? If there's more than 100k in the same account - is it better to put the excess in a different bank? Or any other thoughts re cash on deposit - bank, post office or other? Thanks

Thanks a mill for the replies! jph

I am thinking of giving a gift of a flying lesson - does anyone have any experience/recommendations of where is a good place to book? Thanks jph

Thanks everyone!

Hi, hope this is the right forum. I work in the voluntary sector and we are organising a fundraising table quiz on Tuesday 22nd. Where is the best place to advertise the event? Is there a 'table quiz' club? Putting up posters locally is limited. Any advice re where to advertise much...