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Travel publisher Lonely Planet has announced the launch of classified advertisements on its website, at http://www.lonelyplanet.com/classifieds.> According to the company the new Classifieds section of the website will enable travellers to connect with each other to buy and sell travel-related products, find or advertise rental or share accommodation, find or advertise employment opportunities or meet up with like-minded travellers.
Travellers are able to search for products and services via categories, location or keyword and can post classified ads based on the same set of categories.
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The company said that during the initial phase posting a classified ad will be free of charge, but as the site grows travellers will have the option of purchasing premium listings.
According to Lonely Planet, Classifieds categories include: flat/house share, items for sale, vehicles for sale, travel companions & shared rides, friends & missed connections and jobs.
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