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Whilst the range is limited, they do offer a number of key brands including Apple iPods and major electronic brands. Large items can even be delivered to your home address or picked up on your return. Pre-ordering is available by phone and details of products can be found on their website - www.dixonstaxfree.co.uk.

I would recommend that you pre-order or check availability before you fly. It saves a lot of time and they can get stock in from different terminals if required.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19636 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19246
I found two great bargains at Cacharel that made the metro ride worthwhile. A cropped wollen jacket, rabbit-fur trimmed lapel €660 reduced to €120 and a frilly high-neck silk blouse reduced from €320 to €90.

There's also a great selection of clothes for children of all ages: girls’ embroidered cardigans at a ridiculous €30, boys' suits from €100 as well as lots of cashmere twin sets around €80-120. The ground floor is dedicated to monsieur.

Also impressive are the two Sonia Rykiel stores which had some wonderful knitted suits at very reasonable prices. As France’s 'queen of knits' you can be assured of quality and pick up tops in bright colours for under €100; her two stores had last season’s stock greatly reduced. You won’t believe the incredibly cute young girls and baby SR range. You’ll also find bags and shoes in those bright trademark colours. If you like these two brands, then ‘bon route’.

A few other stores promised Armani and Dolce & Gabbanna but disappointed. Others had a great selection of French brand names, Gerard Darel, Naf Naf but at the same price as the 5th! I did find some American Retro ‘timeless’ T-shirts for around €30. It is fun bargain hunting and, if I had more time, I would have done more shopping.

Shops are generally open Monday after 2pm then Tuesday to Saturday 10 am – 7pm. I found most opened during the lunch hour (however the smaller ones may close).]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19246 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18996
The pass works on all national and local trains using the JR lines.

Don't forget to flash the pass as you walk pass the station guards.

I recommend you download the timetables too.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18996 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18925 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18925 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18637 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18637 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18518 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18518 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18023
You can buy it from Holland Tourist Information at Schipol by credit card and it makes it easier to work out a budget for the rest of your stay and you can hop on and off the fantastic trams without having to worry about buying and stamping tickets.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18023 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17289 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17289 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17273 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17273 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16507
If you are interested you can check out their site to see where you can get the card and where you can get discounts - I think it is a must in an expensive but amazing city like Barcelona.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16507 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15470 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15470 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12166
It costs only €16 but remember to get it stamped the first time you use it. Inspectors are few and far between but get caught without a ticket and you'll be fined around €65 and still have to pay for your journey. Buy it at the airport on arrival, it will save you money on the train in.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12166 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10490 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10490