Faroe Islands (Away) Wed 8th Jun 05

[pineapple stu]

The choice of colours is very limited.
Ah yeah, see that now.

Will be buying this evening so!

[Ash]

Fair play lads, they're deadly. Im deffo gonna get an order in

[MariborKev]

Agreed,

The other crowd(Shirtcity) has much better green but sure what can we do :D

[MariborKev]

Right,

I got a car rented for the escapades round the island on the Tuesday

Anyone who is thinking of doing this, I would advise using avis.fo as we saved over 10% as compared to avis.com price

[Babysis]

Went for the ladies white misbehaving top instaed. happy days. cant wait :D

Thanks

[MariborKev]

Delivery costs are £2.20-£4.00, depending on the value of the order

[Paulie]

I sent off an email to some of the pubs in The Faroes and here is what I go back from the Hotel Hafnia in Torshavn. Even though it's a hotel the bar is open to all fans.

Hello Poul

No we don´t laugh, we know that you like to drink, so therefor we have taken
every necessary precautions :o)

I can tell you what we do serve:

Carlsberg and Tuborg in a bottle
Heineken in a bottle
Our own beer: Føroya bjór light, Classic and gold on tap

Føroya Bjór has made a special beer for the match, it is a dark beer called:
Green Islands Stout, this one is also served in a bottle.
Føroya Bjór has been given a lot of prices for its new beer abroad.

Our Hotel bar opens at 11:00 am and closes when there are no people left :o)

I don´t know about live music, but I can imagine that there will bee live
music in Tórshavn.

What I do know is, we look forward to welcome you all to the Faroe
Islands.

Friendly regards

Hotel Hafnia
Fía Arge


* Bus-shuttle to and from airport
* Price oneway dkr. 130,00 cash payment to the chauffeur
* Book a seat on the bus via email: minibus@post.olivant.fo

I would just like to emphasise the part where they say "closes when there are no people left." I don't know if they realise what they are letting themselves in for.

[Babysis]

Well in in doubt head to there. At least you know they wil be serving. Only problem might be the prices. i know its gonna be expensive anyway, but hotel bar prices are always worse. Ah well its only money :eek:

[MariborKev]

http://www.spreadshirt.net/shop.php?op=article&article_id=1216063&view=41

With thanks to Schumi, we now have a colour coded back t-shirt as well :D

[faroespy007]

For those who don’t have tickets for the game, but who are still going to the
Faroes, you can see the view you’ll have from the “Jew Hill” on the pictures
on this page:
www.soccerandequipment.com/irish-soccer-supporters-faroe-islands.html
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And could someone explain to me where the term “Jew Hill” comes from and
what it’s all about?

Thanks in advance :-)

[Peadar]

And could someone explain to me where the term “Jew Hill” comes from and
what it’s all about?

If you wrote the article then you're not far off the truth.
It is very politically incorrect.
Jewish people have a reputation for being careful with their money.
Why pay for a ticket if you can watch the game from outside!?

"Irish Hill" is a good name and we'll do our best to make that name popular.

See you soon,
Peadar

[pineapple stu]

http://www.spreadshirt.net/shop.php?op=article&article_id=1216063&view=41

With thanks to Schumi, we now have a colour coded back t-shirt as well :D
You got that with "foot.ie on tour" on the front? That'd be perfect.

Or better still, if you can show me how to put it together myself, I'll stop annoying you! ;)

[Only2keanos]

http://www.spreadshirt.net/shop.php?op=article&article_id=1216063&view=41

With thanks to Schumi, we now have a colour coded back t-shirt as well :D

Thats a class one. Just ordered mine now. Hopefully it gets here before monday week. Cant wait to go now, see you all in the faroes.

[Babysis]

I ordered mine on wednesday or Thursday and they have just sent me an email saying it has been dispatched. Happy days :)

[MariborKev]

http://www.spreadshirt.net/shop.php?op=article&ac=details&article_id=1219938#top

Done!

Aye I got the same email saying mine is dispatched

[pineapple stu]

Cheers Maribor! Like the comment too! ;)

Another problem though - I try to add two to the cart, and it asks me to login...? Obviously I can't because I've not registered - but I can't find where to register either? What's the story there? :confused:

[pineapple stu]

Working now...don't know why, but don't care either at this stage! :)

[pineapple stu]

www.soccerandequipment.com/irish-soccer-supporters-faroe-islands.html
I wonder where you got the material for the article?! ;)

Is it true that we'll have twice as many people as any other country ever?! :eek: :)

[faroespy007]

pineapple stu wrote:

>>Originally Posted by faroespy007
>>http://www.soccerandequipment.com/i...oe-islands.html

>>I wonder where you got the material for the article?!
I have no idea either :D :ball:


>>Is it true that we'll have twice as many people as any other country ever?!

Well, that depends on how many of you turn up in the end. But the
previous “record” is when the Tartan Army was here in 2002. It’s said that
they were somewhere between 500 and 600. So it looks like a new record,
yes… And if all the 900 of you with a ticket + a few more show up, then
we’re already close to twice as many as the previous best.

But I read on this forum today that some flights were being cancelled :-(
Hopefully, that won’t prevent you from beating the record.

About the “ever” part: Ever is only 13 years in this case, as 1992 was
the first time we played a World Cup or European qualifier in the Faroes.

[pineapple stu]

About the “ever” part: Ever is only 13 years in this case, as 1992 was the first time we played a World Cup or European qualifier in the Faroes.
That's true, yeah. How many would go over usually? Can't wait to haed over myself - been reading loads of stuff between guide books and the internet...sounds a fascinating little country! :)

Fair dues to the tourist board looking for more places for the Irish fans to stay as well!

[faroespy007]

That's true, yeah. How many would go over usually?
Usually it’s not much more than a big handful. Rarely over a hundred, usually
a lot less than that too.

By the way, I have forgotten the Germans. They were in the Faroes in 2003
and had 600 tickets. And then there were a few without one also, I think.

[Colie]

Anyone else flying out of Aberdeen on the Monday on Atlantic Airways?

Pints?

I have about 8 hours to kill in the Airport (I can see it getting messy).

[MariborKev]

http://www.tshirts365.com/store/comersus_viewItem.asp?idProduct=451

An alternative shirt for the intrepids making the trip

[Paulie]

Here's a reply I got to an email I sent to a couple of the pubs in Torshavn.


Hello Paul


I´m the manager of the Föroya Bjór brewery in the Faroes. We are supplying most of the beer in the pubs in the Faroes.

Our customer the manager of the “Rex “ & “Eclipse” discoteques and Café Natúr (PUB), asked me to answere your questions.

We can assure you that there will be no shortage of beer during your stay here! When the Scottish Team was here ,people got

some experience. There was never shortage of beer, but some minor faults happend. E.g. speed of serving beer, shortage of glasses for a moment,

and such things,which now will be under control.

The bigger problems will be to get accumodation for 1000-1500 people. The bars will be really crowded, but that makes the party better.

Sorry only a few bars serve foreign beers. As a matter of fact we don´t think it will be necessary. Our beers are of exellent quality. Our product range is as follows: Pilsner lager & Classic dark lager 4.6 % , Gull export lager 5,8 %, Slupp dark lager 5.8 %, Black Sheep premium dark Lager 5.8 % and a Stout specially brewed for the Irish 5.8 %(the last one only bottled) . As you can see the beers are stonger than the beers in a UK pub; we don´t know how strong

the Irish beer is?

The pub “Café Natúr” by the harbor will be open 10 am to 12 pm. There will be live music Monday,tuesday-Wednesday.

4 or five other pubs will be open in down town Tórshavn + Hotel launges ,and some of them will be having live music.

“The 12th man” The Faroese supporters Club, will be having an”After Party” in “Eclipse” after the game and it will be open untill 5 pm.

The Irish will be very welcome there. (max 400)

Please tell your friends, that we think that the situation is under control. Whiskey is expensive here(40 EU) ,bring a taxfree bottle with you.

We look foreward to see the Irish in town.

If you have any further questions,please contact me.


Regards


Einar Waag

This is going to be some craic!

[Babysis]

Cheers Paulie. i am so looking forward to it. I cant believe how quickly it has come round. This day next week, I should be out sight seeing. Gonna be so much fun. Bring it on :)

[Babysis]

Hey at least you are coming out there though. I know its little consolation but a bit of a shorter trip is better than nothing i guess :o

[Babysis]

Tuff Paddy]Yep . . . as me Gran used to say: beggars can't be choosers.

Aye but it is annoying to be let down at the last minute.


Mind you, some of the beggars in Oxford these days are very choosy - they all have better footwear than most people who work for a living. :D

:D :D

[Colie]

Einar Waag
Another legendary Faore name.

Anyone flying from Aberdeen on the Monday please PM me as from the looks of things I there'll be no foot.ie'ers on it & I'm looking for a drinking partner.

[Babysis]

Just ordered my money. Got a rate of 10.4275 to £1 sterling, No commission. Post office on line was very good.
Ready for tomorrow. happy days. :D

[Only2keanos]

Another legendary Faore name.

Anyone flying from Aberdeen on the Monday please PM me as from the looks of things I there'll be no foot.ie'ers on it & I'm looking for a drinking partner.

Colie,
Myself and my skeleton crew of 1 will be on that Aberdeen flight. Flying in from dublin on monday morning at some time. You should be able to spot my misbehaven t-shirt, assuming I get it in time. Otherwise, I will be the one with the tricolour party horn.

[MariborKev]

Looking at the statistics the last of shirts left Germany at the start of the week so they should make it

Anyone get theirs yet?

[Babysis]

Looking at the statistics the last of shirts left Germany at the start of the week so they should make it

Anyone get theirs yet?

just been told mine has not arrived home yet. I am expecting it tomorrow realistically :)

[Peadar]

Anyone get theirs yet?

I was gone by 06.30 this morning so not sure if it arrived yet.
If it doesn't turn up by Friday, I wont have it for the game. :(

[finn]

I was gone by 06.30 this morning so not sure if it arrived yet.
If it doesn't turn up by Friday, I wont have it for the game. :(

:| nothing for me today, and I need it tomorrow as headin to iceland on friday. by the by am I the first one to head off northwards or is anyone else going tomorrow or friday?

Pete

[Colie]

Colie,
Myself and my skeleton crew of 1 will be on that Aberdeen flight. Flying in from dublin on monday morning at some time. You should be able to spot my misbehaven t-shirt, assuming I get it in time. Otherwise, I will be the one with the tricolour party horn.

Sound Keanos, I'm on that poxy Monday morning flight too. Will have to drag myself from the pub after the Dublin match to go home to bed. See you in Dublin airport.

[OneRedArmy]

Anyone else on the 2pm London Gatwick-Copenhagen-Faroes expedition on Monday?

Our flight from Belfast arrives in Gatwick at 10 and since there's only so much time you can spend in Sunglass Hut, Dixons and avoiding the scamsters that seem to lurk in every airport these days trying to sell you an overpriced ticket for a car you couldn't even afford to insure, a few snifters before departure is definately in order.

[MariborKev]

For those that were considering fishing


19. Fishing and Angling Equipment
All equipment, including rods, reels, rubber waders, or lures, must be disinfected prior to arrival in the Faroes. Certification by the proper authorities in the visitor’s home country is required. Travellers may have their fishing equipment disinfected at the airport or at the customs office at the harbour in Tórshavn - for money.

20. Fishing Permits
Fishing permits are required for certain lochs. Regulations for fishing in the lochs are printed on the permit. The fishing season in brooks and streams is 1 May to 31 August. Coastal fishing is generally permitted. Please inquire about local exceptions. You can purchase permits at the information desk at the airport or any of the local tourist informations.

[Cowboy]

I guess hiring the gear there is a better option

[Peadar]

Will have to drag myself from the pub after the Dublin match


Drinking when you're depressed is never a good idea! :D

[Babysis]

Ok Ive sorted my checklist for travel:

- Ive got travel insurance
- Ive a valid Passport and E111 (although its probably useless) :o
- Ive got enough cash plus a back up of a Credit Card
- Ive sorted copies of everything (E111, Travel insurance, Flight references, passport) to be left at home (just in case)

Im sure a few will says its over reacting etc, but if anything were to happen (touch wood it wont) then at least it can be sorted as quickly and easily as possible. I like to be organised :) Mr O'Banton, I will sort out all the details with you soon :)

And just in case someone (and im not naming names :rolleyes: ) needs the irish embassy, its in copenhagen - Phone +45-35-42-32-33

[Paulie]

- Ive a valid Passport and E111
-

E111? Am I missing something here?

[MariborKev]

Ok Ive sorted my checklist for travel:

- Ive got travel insurance
- Ive a valid Passport and E111
- Ive got enough cash plus a back up of a Credit Card
- Ive sorted copies of everything (E111, Travel insurance, Flight references, passport) to be left at home (just in case)

Im sure a few will says its over reacting etc, but if anything were to happen (touch wood it wont) then at least it can be sorted as quickly and easily as possible.

As someone who lost everything in Japan during WC let me tell you, you can never been too prepared

[Babysis]

As someone who lost everything in Japan during WC let me tell you, you can never been too prepared

Glad its not just me then :o

Ive copies of everything at home and Phone numbers for the embassy in london (in case I or anyone else lose our passports).

Im so looking forward to this now :D

[shiv_ire]

E111? Am I missing something here?

The Faroes Islands are not actually part of the EU, so the E111 is useless there. http://www.oasis.gov.ie/moving_country/moving_abroad/e111.html
But on a positive note, it does mean we can get Duty Free on the way! :D

[Babysis]

the only reason i was told to bring one, was because i am covered for medical care under the NHS. For the sake of bringing extra bits of paper, id rather have it and find its useless, then realise I need it. :o

[Peadar]

We don't have the E111 in Ireland anymore.
"Proper" Irish people should look here (http://www.ehic.ie/) for future trips in Europe.

Even though the Faroe Islands are a Danish principality, they are not covered by this scheme.


- Ive sorted copies of everything (E111, Travel insurance, Flight references, passport) to be left at home (just in case)

It's a good idea to scan your passport and other travel documents and then e-mail them to your Hotmail account or something.
That way you can access them from almost anywhere, should you need to.

[Babysis]

Or i can just leave the copies wth someone who has access to a fax.

I have actually left electronic copies too. But then i guess only "proper" irish people are suppossed to think of that :rolleyes:

[Drumcondra Red]

AFAIK the european health card is not only in Ireland but every country has one, its handy to have and they're free as well, so Id advise getting one!!!

[Peadar]

every country has one

I'm sure every country has their own website as well. :rolleyes:

[Only2keanos]

Sound Keanos, I'm on that poxy Monday morning flight too. Will have to drag myself from the pub after the Dublin match to go home to bed. See you in Dublin airport.

Yeah when we beat them royals its going to be tough to make it to the airport on monday, but its got to be done. See you then.
Better than adam and the ant's