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Cheapest way to get from Zürich (Switzerland) to Brussels (Belgium) In the last week of October I plan to go to Brussels. I'm leaving from Zurich in Switzerland. I already did some research and tried to get a train ticket. The train is really fast (6.30 h) but a one-way ticket for 2 persons is more than 400 CHF :o So I...	Also, it might be worthwile to ask the DB (German rail company) for cheap tickets from Zürich into Germany and from Germany to Brussels or for a ticket from e.g. Freiburg (Breisgau).
Finding a notary in France / Italy I sometimes need to have documents notarized while travelling abroad. How can I find a notary in a foreign country? The U.S. embassies and consulates will notarize things for me, but this is inconvenient and expensive. Specifically, I'm looking for this kind of service in the south o...	In fact, I spoke to someone at the US Consulate in Marseilles who told me that they often use local "notaires" as well as the local city hall to notarize documents themselves for the US.
Visit Northern Ontario from Toronto without a car? If I wish to visit the towns of Northern Ontario starting from Toronto on a budget and I do not drive a car, what are my best options?Greyhound?Is there anything else? Like an organised car pool/shuttle service that runs between Toronto and some country side towns in ...	Your best bet for public transport access to the Ontario North is Ontario Northland .
Does anyone know where to hire a car camper (not a campervan) in Australia? I'm looking for somewhere to hire a car camper not a campervan. For those who do not know what a car camper is, here's a description from Wikipedia : The car camper is a station wagon converted into a travel home.The rear cargo area is conv...	There are plenty of sleepervans and a few Camping Cars for both New Zealand and Australian rentals on motorhomerepublic.com , which I'm affiliated with.
Can I make reservations for trains in Italy, France and Belgium from the Bahn ticket desks in Germany? Assuming that the trains I'm booking don't pass through Germany. So e.g. Rome-Paris. <Q> This should not be an issue in big stations. <S> Usually they have an international ticket desk. <S> Though my experience does...	You can also book your train tickets in the Netherlands ( nshispeed ), Belgium ( b-rail ) and France ( SNCF ) online.
Re-entering on the Visa Waiver Program for the USA In November last year I visited Florida, and as a New Zealand citizen, I had to go through the process of applying for and getting an ESTA (which costs money, making it feel suspiciously like a visa). Anyway, I've been told that it's valid for 2 years, so that when I r...	I know quite a few people who applied for an ESTA just before the fee was introduced, who didn't travel to the states then and there, and they haven't had any problems when they eventually came to travel.
Can I read my Gmail while traveling in China? I read in some places that Gmail.com is sometimes blocked. Is there a workaround so that I can access my email while I am in China? <Q> My experience with China's internet has been to have alternative solutions ready if you need access to Google's services. <S> You can us...	Currently, it is difficult to access Gmail, and many other Google services, in mainland China. Have your Gmail forwarded to another service such as Microsoft Outlook or Protonmail . I'm surprised no one suggested using Tor (and Tor Browser) to access blocked internet sites, services and applications from China or from ...
Do all German airports lack free wifi? I've just been talking to another traveller who was particularly grumpy about Munich airport not having free wifi when he was there recently. Now I seem to recall that Germany has pretty strict laws prohibiting open wifi access because the person providing the wifi would have som...	It seems that as of 2018 all major German airports have free WiFi. Yes Bremen - BRE - Yes Leipzig/
Where can I go with an Irish visa but without a Schengen visa? I will visit Ireland for training purpose (~10 weeks, single entry short term visa). I am searching for stuff to do and places to visit. I know that Ireland is not part of Schengen states. So, my question is, are there any other places (i.e. European count...	Since your visa is single entry I would recommend you to stay in Ireland if you cannot obtain multiple entry visa.
Is it safe to travel to Egypt in early 2012? Have people been travelling in Egypt after March 2011? What's the situation like over there? The election is also happening at the end of November. Should I wait until after the election to book my tour? I'm planning to visit early 2012. <Q> Egypt, as like much of North ...	Anecdotal information from friends who have been since the uprising say that they felt entirely safe. If you're not going anyway until 2012, perhaps wait. I booked a tour over Christmas 4 years ago with 2 weeks notice, and given the situation, you shouldn't have a problem finding a tour or flights around then.
Data connection while in Israel Is there a cost effective way getting a data connection (sim card) for a mobile phone for 3 weeks while I am in Israel? So that I can read emails, and make use of google maps on my phone? <Q> Since the current answers are rather outdated, here's a web site with recent-enough information...	The price per SMS/minute/internet seems to vary based on which card you get (at a Cellcom store you can get different kinds) A Cellcom "Talkman" card costs 39 shekels and comes charged with 30 shekels.
What's the address of this guesthouse in Bulgaria? A few weeks ago travelling with friends in Bulgaria we stayed at a guesthouse of an older lady named Rosa who basically accosted us and climbed into our car when we arrived in the old town of Veliko Tarnovo. I have been reviewing all the accommodations I've stayed in ...	The adress found actually is Stefan Denyew , which is just next to Gurko street.
Free Wi-Fi / available power / cashless food facilities in LAX airport? I've got a stopover of a few hours in LAX on Monday evening. Firstly, I assume I'll be spending some of that time in customs, getting my bag, being searched, probed and whatnot. However, after all that fun: Is there free Wi-Fi anywhere in the...	Not really, unless you have or pay for access to an airline lounge. Every terminal is equipped with easily accessible power outlets.
Is it technically illegal for US citizens to visit Cuba? There is a belief that US citizens would be doing something illegal if they were to visit Cuba. I remember hearing years ago while in Mexico where lots of people go on sidetrips to Cube that it's not illegal for Americans to visit Cuba but that if they spend any...	As far as my understanding goes, you can visit Cuba, but you cannot spend money there. The valid reasons as per wikitravel are: Professional journalists on assignment in Cuba Full-time professionals conducting academic research or attending professional conferences Persons on official government business
Flying within the United States, Passport required? This month I'll be flying twice within the United States. I am a US citizen with a valid drivers license, flying within US boundaries. Is this sufficient to fly? I haven't held a valid passport for over 12 years and am uncertain of the flying restrictions in this day ...	As long as you have your driver's license, that is enough to get you through TSA check points.
How to calculate the air-line distance between two places? A lot of the time, I'm looking for a way to calculate the air-line distance between two places, most often city centers. For example when I flew from Zurich to Helsinki I wanted to know how far it was. With Google Maps I can do it but not for the air-line dist...	I've tended to use The Global Airport Database in the past for this sort of thing. The best place for these calculations is the "Great Circle Mapper" website. When I need to measure the distance I use wdistances.com .
How to plan routes that aren't covered by Google Maps? For the next summer I'm planning to drive to some countries that aren't covered by the route planning tool of Google Maps. What other possibilities do I have to calculate the route approximately in advance? Especially, Russia, Eastern Europe and Northern Africa. <...	On my question about a particular route in Albania that Google Maps gave weird results for , I was recommended that a site that had better route information in East Europe is " Tomtom ".
Recommendations For a Hotel - Venice, Italy I am planning a trip to Venice with a friend and would like to know of a really nice hotel to stay in. About us: We are both in our early 30's, love great food and cocktail bars. We like to spend out evenings dancing away and our daytimes taking in the culture of the places ...	When you're searching the various travel sites, any hotel that is actually in Venice itself as opposed to the mainland will be close enough to everything for you.
Where can I rent a car in French Guiana to cross to Suriname/Brazil? Flying to Suriname can be very expensive since the transatlantic connection is tightly controlled by the GOS. A less expensive solution is to travel to the neighboring French Guiana which is officially part of the EU. Traveling the 400 km between the ...	The official French Guiana tourism website lists a few transport options (including some car rentals) in the different cities and towns and their phone numbers.
Choices for prepaid GSM data with laptop tethering in Europe? Planning a trip to Europe later this year that will definitely include Italy, and will most likely include the UK, Germany, and a smattering of connecting and/or distractingly shiny countries. Here in the US, I have both a 4G and 3G mifi and it would be nift...	In the uk it is really easy to buy a "pay as you go" sim for your phone or a pay as you go dongle for your laptop.
Is Tokyo Metro accessible to people with movement disabilities? A friend of mine will be travelling to Tokyo for a week or two, and since she has a certain movement disability, she was concerned whether the Tokyo Metro has appropriate accessibility facilities (lifts, escalators, step-free access, accessible ticket mach...	The short answer is yes , it's always technically possible for a disabled person to access any Tokyo Metro station.
Is it OK to take a disposable safety razor on a plane? I'm travelling soon with cabin luggage only and I was wondering if I can take a disposable safety razor with me? This page says it's OK, but it also says it's OK to take small scissors and I've definitely seen them confiscated. <Q> For example: Singapore Changi...	Razor-Type Blades - such as box cutters, utility knives, and safety razor blades are not permitted. Depends on the security measures of your departure airport.
What's the absolute cheapest accommodation in Ioannina Greece? So hitchhiking is an unpredictable way to travel which is fun but tonight I find myself in downtown Ioannina, Greece. Usually I'm pretty good at finding cheap lodgings but it turns out I'm not very good at Greece and my usual tricks don't work here. Hostel...	couchsurfing.org or hospitalityclub.org would be the cheapest option imho.
What are the bus (coach) connections from Thessaloniki, Greece to Tbilisi, Georgia? Well I'm worried the bad weather has set in and I have to switch from hitchhiking to public transport. I know there are buses from Istanbul to Tbilisi but I wonder if there might even be a direct bus connection from somewhere in Greece ...	A bus departs Greece headed for Georgia each day of the week, with one particular travel agency dealing with each particular day of the week.
Which places would require hiking boots? What type of hiking do you need to be doing where you absolutely need hiking boots? I'm looking to do some hiking in SE Asia and South America, but won't have room in my pack for boots. What reasons and terrain would I absolutely need to have boots for where shoes wouldn't suffi...	Generally, you need solid ankle support if you are hiking... especially in a location where you don't know how to get help.
Does it makes sense to travel to Iceland during winter? I just saw an amazing offer to fly to Iceland in November. Although Iceland is still on my wish list, November would not be the first choice of time to visit. Is this an offer to just fill empty seats on the flights to Reykjavik, or is Iceland also worth visiting ...	As someone else mentioned, winter is the best time to go if you want to see the northern lights. It depends on what kind of trip you want. Also more time for drinking and partying, if that's your thing - Reykjavik has lively, non-stop night-life during the weekends.
What are some good shoe options for a RTW trip? It seems that everyone I have read about taking a round-the-world backpacking trip wears some type of shoe that looks like this: They are like a hiking shoe/sandal hybrid, made by Keen, or Merrell or Chaco. And this is really only for warm weather climates, obviously no...	So unless you want to carry three pairs, I would recommend a pair of good walking shoes and some good sport sandals. New Balance makes some good ones.
Can I view London from the top of its tallest building? One Canada Square , incorrectly referred to as Canary Wharf is one of the tallest buildings in London, but it's proving difficult to find out for sure whether it has any public viewing platform or bar or restaurant accessible to the public, or any open days or s...	25 Canada square, the Citigroup building, which is one of the tallest buildings in London, does have a cafe on the 27th floor (I may be incorrect with the exact floor number), which is open to the public.
How can I get people to speak the local language to me? I went to Paris 2 years ago. When I was there, I was learning the language by talking and listening to the local people. But, while I was trying to speak French with them, they would speak English to me. I am going back this november. What can I do to get them to ...	So if I'm in France and trying to learn French, and they reply in English, I just give them a polite but blank look and say, Îmi pare rău, nu înțeleg. You may want to check whether going to the more remote parts of France will mean people less likely to speak English.
Where to stay for London nightlife? For those looking to travel to London and enjoy the nightlife, where would be the best area to stay? Requirements are nearby bars, alcohol and 20-something crowd all preferably within walking distance. <Q> Well it's LONDON, so nearby bars and alcohol is almost redundant - they're eve...	I suggest you central London would be your best choice to stay and enjoy nightlife and hotel charge comparatively cheaper in central London. There are plenty of bars and nightclubs in London such as Corsica Studios , EGG , The Den and Centro, Fabric ,THE ISLAND, 333 and many more. Covent Garden could be a great option ...
How to find what are the dominant safety concerns a tourist should have in a country? Safety concerns for tourists vary in type in countries. Some have insect concerns, eg. types of spider bites to avoid. Other countries have diseases which people should take vaccines for prior to departure. Some countries have crime l...	You can have a look at the travel advice that many countries offer: http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/travel-advice-by-country/
Which airlines allow in-cabin pets on transatlantic flights? I would like to bring my small (9 lbs) dog on a flight from the U.S. to Germany as "carry on" (in-cabin). Apparently neither Continental airlines nor American airlines allows in-cabin pets on flights from the U.S. to Europe. Which airlines do allow in-cabin...	Lufthansa also allows in cabin pets[Dogs/Cats/Ferrets] for 8kg/17.6lbs total for animal & carrier combined.
Air New Zealand's policy on obese passengers A friend had a rough experience from Honolulu to Auckland, as she describes below: I was under the impression that they are required to purchase two (economy) seats on flights or is that an old wives(sic) tale? I was subjected to sitting next to a lady on a packed flight...	Not every non-U.S. airline has similar policies, perhaps because it is less of a problem for say, Air New Zealand in the Pacific. Most American airlines have policies requiring people who are "obese," however defined, to buy a second seat, so they don't "unreasonably" infringe on another passenger's rights.
How strict is Lufthansa about pet carrier dimensions? The Lufthansa web site says that in-cabin pets must weigh less than 8 kg (including the carrier) and the maximum dimensions of the pet's carrier are 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm (21.7 inches x 15.75 inches x 8 inches). How strict are they about enforcing this limit, f...	Most carriers are extremely lenient with soft side carriers as they can be squeezed in spaces that a hard sided carrier will not fit in.
What is an easy way to see what routes are available from a given airport? I would like to see, at a glance, all the flights to/from a given airport. Example query: "What cities can I reach on a single flight from Hannover (HAJ) airport?" Is there any website which does this? <Q> I am using Wikipedia for this. <S> ...	There are plenty of airports having an entry on Wikipedia and there you can get an idea of the routes and the companies.
Shipping a computer from Europe to the U.S I plan to be travelling to the United States from Europe (the Netherlands specifically) and want to bring my computer. I measured it and it exceeds the dimensions for hand luggage. I'm worried that if I put it in my trunk that it'll be damaged by the rough treatment luggage re...	You would have to remove and single-box all "snap-in" parts and parts attached to the mainboard like ram, videocards, cpu cooler and also hdd and cdrom because they WILL fall out at some point during transport.
Accommodation in Tokyo for a party of four We are going to Japan in the beginning of April and we are looking for good accommodation in Tokyo and Kyoto for two adults and two teenagers. We would like interesting options that take us into the Japanese culture as far as possible. As hippietrail points out below we are no...	In Tokyo, your best bet for an authentic Japanese experience would probably be one of the guesthouses.
How to cope with disgusting fellow travellers? This summer I was in Krakow. We stayed in a hostel and did an organized tour from there. We visited Auschwitz concentration camp. We were a group of approximately 10 people and unfortunately some of them were really disturbing. For example they posed under the infamous Ar...	If they break the law or other rules, you could turn them to the authorities. In general, you'd just have to find better company, go elsewhere, or simply (try to) ignore them.
Venice Marco Polo Airport to Venice I am wondering if someone could suggest the cheapest method of travelling from Venice Marco Polo Airport into Venice itself.I am staying quite close to St Marks Basilica, so any travel options which would put me in that general area would be appreciated. <Q> Venice is an expensive an...	According to Venice airport and public transportation sites, you can take bus linea 5 . I recommend Alilaguna boats because it is not expensive and you get the feeling of arriving in Venice by water ( remarkable view). Alilaguna will get you to San Marco in about the same time but for 13 EUR one way.
Where can you go lake ice skating in Southern Sweden? Winter is coming, and if the Swedish Meteorologic and Hydrologic Institute (SMHI) is to be believed, it is going to be even colder than last year. For reference, last year in Sweden was one of the coldest on record -- lake Vättern froze in a radius of 30 km or...	I know that Lake Mälaren , in downtown Stockholm, is accessible to ice skaters in winter.
What are the most diverse places to go snorkeling in Hawaii for fish and coral? I'm thinking Oahu and Big Island specifically, but if you have strong recommendations for snorkeling on other Hawaiian islands, I'll try to make my way over to those ones too! For me, diversity is what I'm looking for, in fish, coral, etc....	If this is your first time in Hawaii, I would strongly recommend a few days in Maui, not only due to the abundant snorkeling options, but a host of other activities as well.
Do I need a visa if I go with a cruise line to St. Petersburg? Last week I discussed with a friend if it is necessary to get a Russian visa if you travel with a cruise liner to Saint Petersburg in Russia? I think so, but my friend has the opinion that it is not necessary since you're accomondation is not in Russia but ...	Going with a cruise line is an exception to the rule that you need a visa.
How to use sinks with separate hot/cold taps? I just traveled to Ireland. I was amazed to find that water sinks (at home, restaurants and public) have separate taps for hot and cold water. If you use only the cold water, your hands freeze. If you use only hot water, your hands burn. How do people use it?Is there tool...	Here in the UK, two single taps, one for hot water and one for cold water are the normal arrangement.
How to fly on the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner? Sooo, the new Dreamliner has had its inaugural flight . The first flight was from tokyo to hong-kong . In a bit of competitive fun, a friend and I are trying to beat one another to ride it (he beat me to the A380 - I've still not been on one). Is there a list of the r...	The Scandinavian Airlines - Norwegian has announced its Boeing 787 Dreamliner will be used on flights between London and Oslo this summer 2013.
Dual nationality, EU and Australian. Does it matter which passport is "travelled on" I plan to visit Australia from the UK, I am an Australian national with dual nationality - I also hold a Greek passport. I have all the correct documentation and everything is fine. However, if I leave the UK and present my Australia...	As long as you leave and enter on the same passport it is fine... Definitely you should use your Australian passport in Australia and Greek passport in Greece (because for these countries you are their citizen and they don't really care if you have a dual nationality).
Sightseeing for family in London? Are there any special sights in London that are suited for the very different interest of a family consisting of 5 persons between 20 and 60 years old? I don't think that museums are a good choice. <Q> People tend to be quite polarised about the London Eye - but the ability to go up h...	I think you'd be pleasantly surprised by the museums - they're VERY interesting and not at all dry, especially the new Darwin Center at the Natural History Museum.
Do all American ATMs charge an extra fee for cash withdrawals on a foreign card? I've just gone to take some cash out of an ATM (Cash Machine) in Seattle. I visited about half a dozen in the end, and every single one wanted to charge me an extra fee (typically about $3) for the cash withdrawl on my (non-US) card. This ...	About the only way to avoid paying the fee would be if the cardholder's bank has a fee waiver agreement with specific US banks, something that they would need ask their bank about.
Is it possible to exchange Australian dollars in New Zealand? We're flying from Australia to New Zealand and have a few hundreds of AUD left. Is it possible to exchange them to NZ dollars in New Zealand or we need to this from Australia? <Q> Very, very easy. <S> Any bank in NZ will happily exchange those for you, or ...	If you arrive in Auckland or Wellington you can exchange your money in the Airport or anywhere in downtown, or near tourist traps anywhere else in the country.
Using Occupy Wall Street as a travel hack - any downsides? So it occured to me after looking at a trip up to Auckland for a brief instant after joking with a friend about staying at their place, that alternatively you could just set up a tent in Aotea Square. Right with the protestors. Now, sure, you may not get a sh...	You might get forcibly evicted by the police. But if you consider this an awesome travel hack just to save a bit of cash, you probably should not advertise that you're there for the money-saving tent space.
Long term vacation on Falkland islands? Has anyone ever been there? I was wondering if anyone knows any "local" classifieds site there for a somewhat mid-long term accommodation (3 months?) without staying in a hotel. Also, does anyone know how difficult is it to obtain a working visa there with a EU passport, and what...	To apply for a visa to visit the Falkland Islands, please contact the Falkland Islands Government Office in London (+44 20 7222 2542 or Reception@falklands.gov.fk)
What on earth has yet to be explored? To be clear, yes, we can see everything from Google Earth or other satellite imagery, but that doesn't mean we can explore it. GE can't see into forests, canyons and caves. Has every mountain been scaled?Has every ocean depth been mapped?Has every jungle been navigated? Basicall...	A lot of forest areas in India, south Asia or Africa might be be unexplored.
How many countries are there in the world to travel to? If you've travelled a bit, at some point you'll either have dreamed of or been asked - 'will you visit every country in the world?'. However, it's not a straightforward goal to aim for... I've heard much debate on this. Is Kosovo a country? Not according to the...	Another interesting ranking is from Most Traveled People , which includes "875 countries, territories, autonomous regions, enclaves, geographically separated island groups, and major states and provinces of the world". Wikipedia's list of sovereign states puts it at 204 (including the new South Sudan).
Do Canadian ATMs charge extra fees for cash withdrawals on foreign cards? Having recently been caught out by most American ATMs charging extra fees on cash withdrawls on cards from different banks (which'll affect all foreign cards), I'm wondering if something similar will affect me up in Canada? Specifically, do mo...	Royal bank of Canada ATM's don't have fee's (at least on Mastercards) plus they are the most common to find. And yes, some do charge extra fees.
What are my options for transportation around the Great Plains (US)? I would like to make a trip to the Great Plains - specifically, Montana and the Dakotas - because I haven't ever been to that part of the country, but I know nothing about logistics of getting around once I'm there. Renting a car seems like the opti...	I usually found some notices in the local hostels where backpackers ask or offer a lift via scenic route without being in a hurry, so that might work for you as well if you decide to hire a car and explore all the touristy spots along the way. Greyhound has a Discovery Pass which can be used on certain other carriers a...
Which city to visit in Europe during January? In the first half of January, I'm planning to go on a 3-4 days city sightseeing trip in Europe. I'm looking for a nice location, but I'm not so sure which places are a reasonable choice in winter. I prefer to do some sightseeing, museums and other stuff like this I don't li...	Maastricht (the Netherlands) Istanbul is far enough to the south to have decent daylight in January. Prague in winter is usually just cold, there's rarely any blizzard or bad weather as such; the city functions normally during winter too.
What are good design galleries and museums to see in Stockholm? I have just arrived at Stockholm and I'm eager to see galleries and exhibitions of Swedish design. Apart from the National Gallery , what are good places to start with? I'm interested in graphical design, typography and industrial design as well. <Q> Ok ...	Don't forget the world's biggest modern art museum: Stockholm metro . Photography has recently gotten its own museum called Fotografiska in an old toll house in the harbor of Södermalm.
Why is Nynäshamn a de facto "port" for Stockholm? On my last trip to the Baltic, the cruise ship docked at Nynäshamn, about an hour's drive (each way) from Stockholm. To get ashore, we had to use a tender boat, which took up even more time. Apparently, a lot of travelers to Stockholm get there this way. Is Nynäshamn a...	Nynäshamn seems to be a nice little seaside town (population around 13,000), but as a tourist attraction it's not on par with Stockholm by any stretch of imagination. Several cruise ships on tours in the Baltic Sea also stay in the harbour, because they are too large to go into Stockholm.
Why exactly is it so important not to forget my towel when hitchhiking? As everybody knows, “A towel ... is about the most massively useful thing an interstellar hitch hiker can have.” But what about us terrestrial travellers? Personally I recently found these unprecedented uses for my towel: Since the design is...	In case of extremely hot weather conditions, a wet towel tied around your head would do wonders in keeping you cool.
What are the must-buy souvenirs from Ireland? What are typical or must-buy (non-alcoholic) souvenirs from Ireland? <Q> From spending a year or so in Ireland as a student: <S> Not much is "must buy" - <S> it depends on who you are. <S> So here's my list: <S> A ticket to see the Book of Kells at Trinity College in D...	I found my greatest "buys" in Ireland were experiences, rather than things. Look for "Exploring English I", the middle school short story book or "Soundings", the high school poetry book. Something from the Waterford crystal factory in Waterford - after taking the factory tour ;) Lunch in a random pub. Irish cheese is ...
Are there any places in the world where you can actually "travel" with an airship / zeppelin etc? (Not just a tour or joyride) There has been a small resurgence in the last couple of decades of airships / zeppelins typically using Helium instead of the Hydrogen used in the olden days. So I'm sure there must be plenty ...	Zeppelin NT , the successor of the legendary Zeppelin company, offers charter flights , but they are touted as "exclusive experience" and they are likely to cost an arm, a leg and/or a pair of corneas. Charters seem to be your only viable option, really, between destinations at non-trivial distances one from another.
Is there a standard power adaptor to use on airplanes? For international flights of 12-15+ hours, do the planes usually have AC power available in Economy? If not, is there a standard "airplane power adaptor" that can convert the DC into AC to power a laptop or other electronic item? Is this the same type of adaptor th...	There is no standard rule to decide if your flight is going to have power, except for the following vague rules of thumb:
How to find "night and day" decongestant for a head cold when there's a language barrier? So I've been in Tbilisi, Georgia for almost a week and the temperature is now dropping below zero Celsius sometimes and I have the dubious honour of being the first in my hostel to contract a head cold. I need some medicine but I...	If, like me, you can't take antihistamine in the day, you may have to settle for only the "night" part of your combo. I found another drug for colds which contains pseudoephedrin and which seems to be popular. I would bring in a piece of paper with the ingredient names in English and ask the pharmacist to point out whi...
Are there countries other than the Netherlands that support hitchhiking? According to the Internet, the Netherlands support hitchhiking by placing signs (see picture) in spots that are a good location for hitchhikers. Are there any other countries that have such great support for hitchhikers? I'm not asking if it is e...	I have done hitchhking in Belgium (Ardennes) without much problems.
Are all trains/buses within the EU non-smoking? What about smoking on platforms? No, I'm not a smoker, but some friends coming on a trip with me are, and they want to know what their options are (I suppose some of the 12+ hour journeys we have planned frighten them). Personally, I hope it's banned everywhere, but you ...	In the UK smoking is forbidden everywhere on the railway network: in trains, on platforms and in stations. But on the platform you're allowed to smoke.
Laptop Searches by Customs - UK and US I'll be traveling to the UK (London) on a study abroad in the spring and will be bring my laptop for school and intern purposes. I was just curious what/if any rights UK customs has to search laptops at the border, and how common laptop seizure and search is when returning to the...	All countries demand the right to search possessions brought into the county, including electronic devices. In practise though, as others in this thread have attested, these issues are very rarely a problem; the vast majority of laptops are never searched.
TrueCrypt Volumes: Will it cause any trouble? From various sources (mainly friends and dubious internet sites) I heard that you can get in trouble if you have encrypted volumes/files on your laptop while entering USA. Apparently they assume that you have something to hide and you could be a potential terrorist. Is this...	Considering that news sources and civil rights organisations alike recommend encrypting your data, it doesn't seem likely to me that you will get in trouble for encrypting it, or even that the border agents would be that surprised by it Lots of people travel through US airports all the time with laptops.
Why do there seem to be no long distance buses in France? User iHaveacomputer's answer to a question about smoking and EU trains and buses mentions that in Germany the state-owned railway has a monopoly on long-distance travel. On my first trip to Europe back in 2001/2002 one of my greatest frustrations was the se...	The key to cheap traveling in Europe is planning all your traveling ahead and online.
Are there ways to keep long-distance land transport costs down in France when not planning in advance? Ten years ago I travelled around Europe for the first time and in some countries I was very frustrated by high cost of trains and lack of alternatives to them. I remember being in Cannes with a friend who had tons of...	A rail pass is definitely a cheap way to travel a lot if you don't live in France. The earlieryou book, the higher will be the chance to find cheaper tickets. You could also have a look at rail passes .
Making calls from Romania I am heading to Romania for work at the beginning of December. I was wondering if anyone could tell me the cheapest way to communicate in real time from Romania to the US? I am going to be taking my laptop. Is the bandwidth in Romania fast enough to do Skype to Skype from WiFi in my hotel r...	If you're taking a laptop, Skype is the answer. Orange has good services for international calls, you can get a prepaid SIM card, pay 6 euros and have unlimited minutes+sms in network, 500 minutes to other networks and other countries (US included), 500MB internet. I used Jajah when travelling around in SE Asia as I wa...
Are there any tour group comparison websites? After having good experiences with the various websites for comparing flight prices (Expedia, Orbitz, etc), I was wondering whether there's anything similar for tours that compares times, prices, itineraries, etc? I have a handful of tour operator websites that I check but...	Wego does a somewhat good job of giving a few tools to sort and compare tours - at least what I have seen so far on tour sites; Air Asia Go is a more of static listings offered by Air Asia (you don't have to fly with them to buy tour packages).
Will I get in trouble if I drink beer in public in Dubai? As far as I know, Dubai is a Muslim country. And as far as I know, it is forbidden to drink alcohol in Muslim countries. Is this also true for Dubai and tourists? So as a tourist can I drink alcohol in public? And should I? And are there any special rules durin...	Even during Ramadan, the rules in western hotels still let you drink alcohol, just not in the restaurant areas or other places which may offend.
Overlanding in Egypt without a carnet de passage? I know some people have entered Egypt without a Carnet de Passage so I know it is possible, what I need to know is how long can you drive it in Egypt that way, I know with a Carnet it is 6 months maximum but how long is it without? Another question is: is it official? ...	It is a new system, you DO NOT need a CdP any more for Egypt and the actual details are: Documents needed: vehicle registration, international driving license & passport.
What would be the closest place to surf to Tbilisi, Georgia? Being an Australian and travelling a lot, people are always asking me if I can surf - apparently that's a stereotype of us. So right now I'm on the other side of the world in Tbilisi, Georgia and some locals are telling me it's their dream to learn to surf. ...	Caspian Sea is quite good for surfing. On the Russian side, I would have a look at Sotchi.
Interesting places to see around (not in) Valencia? What are some interesting places to see that are accessible from Valencia for a reasonable price? I'm not looking for things in Valencia proper (suggestions are still very welcome, but it's a lot easier to google for those), but places easily accessible from Valencia...	Finally, and I know this is vague and really unlike me as normally place names are easy, but there's a Unesco heritage site - a castle fort village place on a hill. If you're looking for something different, head to the hot springs, north or Valencia and swim there. You can also dive into the local Spanish life and sto...
Is all of Afghanistan dangerous for travellers? Recently I have read a few travel books to get some inspiration for the next long summer journey. I was especially reading Lonely Planet travel guides. I was a little bit surprised that they very often described Afghanistan as a destination. I always thought that there is...	It's considered pretty safe, but again, you'd need to check your insurance as you may not be covered there. There are now even European travel companies which are specializing adventure tours to Afghanistan. It's a very volatile place.
How is the weather in Cuba in January/February/March? What are the weather conditions in Cuba (and Florida) in January/February/March ? Some statistics etc would be useful. <Q> In short, the weather is great , especially towards the end of that period. <S> In Havana, average max temperatures are between 26 and 28 °C ...	March and April are the months with the least rainfall in Cuba; January and February may see a bit more rain, but most of the time the weather is pleasant. The hurricane season is over (it lasts until mid November or so), and it's not extremely hot & humid like it can be in the summer.
What is the most efficient way to pack a bag? On trips of four days or less, I try to travel with a shoulder bag containing my laptop, electronics, etc. and a rolling, carry-on bag for everything else. What is the best technique for packing as much clothing as reasonably possible into a standard-sized, rolling, carry...	Since the amount of how much you pack is limited by the available space you want to compress the clothes as much as possible.
Are there still any "cheap" options for flying from Australia to Mexico without going through the US? I've travelled to Mexico many times and I'm starting to feel the itch again but I think finding a cheap way there has become more difficult since my last trip 3 years ago. I have some problems with US customs and immi...	LAN Airlines now flies from Sydney to Santiago, as well as from Santiago to Mexico City.
Best smartphone data plan in South Korea? What is the best way to get smartphone access when traveling for a few days in South Korea? I am mostly interested in getting cheap data access (google maps...). <Q> I used iPhoneTrip , now called KeepGo , once for this sort of thing, and was happy. <S> They will rent you a...	You can also rent data sharing devices called egg (KT) or bridge (SKT).
What is the LEAST visited country by tourists? There's always lists on the most popular countries. But in my travels, I've found going against the grain has been super rewarding - places like Chernobyl, in Ukraine, or the desert of Uzbekistan or the mountains of Tajikistan have been some of my travelling highlights. ...	According to this list Kiribati is the least visited country by British citizens in 2014 with just 78 recorded visitors.
Greyhound: can I ensure I get a seat on the bus I want to use? Some bad fortune has required me to change my Thanksgiving travel plans at the last minute. I canceled my train ticket and bought a Greyhound bus ticket instead. I'm concerned by this language on the ticket: Seating is first-come, first-served. In case of...	Normally you being there in plenty of time should ensure you are the first-came, and excess passengers would be put on after the rest of you.
Under which conditions should I buy an extra ticket for my luggage on public transport in Sofia? Here in Sofia (Bulgaria) when using the tram/metro/bus you not only need to buy a ticket for yourself but also one for each piece of (large) luggage you carry with you. I read about this in a guide book but it is not well...	The charge for each piece of luggage of dimensions exceeding those specified above is: one single trip ticket (bought in advance from the driver or from on-board ticket vending machine in trams and trolleybuses)
Are there ways to call "international" toll-free phone numbers? I just had a lot of grief changing a plane ticket from a somewhat exotic location. It involved calling with Skype from Tbilisi Georgia to the nearest office for my airline in Istanbul Turkey. It turned out the office's booking system for the airline was ...	For selected few countries, Skype does support free calls to toll-free numbers .
I have a tattoo. Can I visit a public swimming pool in Japan? A friend of mine is currently traveling in Japan. She has a small tattoo on her neck. Now she wanted to visit a public swimming pool but was denied entry. It was difficult to understand the reason but it seems that tattoos "look too dangerous". Can someone...	In Japan, tattoos are not a fashion statement, they are a visual mark of being a member of the yakuza and thus a social outcast.
Can I see Lebanon from Cyprus? On the map, Cyprus seems not to far away from Lebanon. Approximately 100 kilometers. Is it possible to see parts of Lebanon from anywhere in Cyprus? <Q> I started trying to solve this by finding photos from Cyprus. <S> I found some, but they're not very conclusive. <S> Then I realised...	It doesn't look like it's possible, if you are standing on the beach and not taking photos from some elevated vantage point. However the distance from the top of Mount Olympus to the nearest point in Lebanon is well over 250km, meaning that NO , you cannot see Lebanon from any point in Cyprus.
Joining the Mile High Club (MHC) - Can I get into trouble? The same friend I already mentioned in this question , has an additional travel question. Recently, he read a lot about the Mile High Club (MHC). Wikipedia defines the mile high club as people who had sex on an air travel vehicle during a flight. Ideally it sh...	Engaging in sexual activity aboard a plane in private, such as in the lavatory, is more of a legal grey-area.
International transfer in Tel Aviv? In the airport in Tel Aviv (Ben Guirion) I noticed a sign for "international transfer passengers". This piqued my curiosity... is there actually a "city pair" (with both cities outside of Israel) where it would make practical sense to change planes in Tel Aviv? I can't think of any...	Because of the lack of diplomatic relations with so many countries to the East, El Al has a very limited number of flights that go Eastbound from Tel Aviv, and most of those flights (Beijing, Bangkok) take very circuitous routes to avoid flying over countries which are technically at war with Israel including Iran, Ira...
Flying with a desktop computer (as checked luggage) On an upcoming trip, I will be taking a desktop computer and monitor as checked luggage (on a United/Continental flight). What should I be aware of when doing this? What needs to be done to properly protect all the components? Are there any airline policies I should b...	I think the best way is just disassemble your PC parts like Motherboard, HDD, Power Supply etc and leave the casing.
Buying a SIM card at Heathrow I'm flying to London and would like to get a UK SIM card as soon as I can. Is it possible to buy those at Heathrow airport? Should I buy one from there, or should I order it in advance instead and try to get it delivered to my hotel? Or should I just walk out to the nearest cellular stor...	Last time I landed at Heathrow terminal 1 there was a stand selling sim cards from one of the virtual operators between passport control and baggage claim though in central London you shouldn't have a problem finding a store of one of the network operators or the likes of phones4u or the carphone warehouse .
Where should I travel in Europe if I want to climb a high mountain without equipment? I'm really into hiking during the last few years. Now I want to climb the highest mountain in Europe that is accessible by a hiker without any alpine tour experience. That means I have no problem walking a whole day or climbing over 2...	I did some research and it seems that Inneres and Üsseres Barrhorn in Switzerland are the highest mountains in Europe that can be reached by hikers.
Where in Thailand should I be cautious about malaria? We have found a magnificent offer to go with our children to Thailand. It is a two week holiday starting in Bangkok going south ending at a beach resort. It all looks very promising. A friend who is a doctor advised us against going to Thailand with young children...	Most cases of malaria outside borderland in Thailand are contracted in and around the borderlands (or abroad). There is a bigger chance of Dengue Fever - which the last two years has seen a large rise in numbers (year before last my local hospital had to start turning away patients as there were so many).
Best Time for Visiting the Curonian Spit I am interested in visiting the Curonian Spit, possibly with a sidetrip to Kaliningrad . Now I would like to know the best time of the year to do so. I would like to avoid the crowds of the high and peak seasons. On the other hand, I would like to avoid the dead season (if ther...	For the Lithuanian side the high season is July and August, but really it is weather dependent. Nevertheless most attractions and other things tend to be closed over the winter. The dead season is when bad weather starts in October and ends in April. Some activity starts in April and May - snow is gone, but crowds are ...
Newbie snowboarding options a couple of days not too far from Stockholm We have been to Romme twice to learn and get better at snowboarding. We have spent 4 days each time and plan to do the same this season. What are the best places to do this where you can drive and manage to spend a decent amount of time in the pi...	Kungsberget is closest to Stockholm and probably the best alternative to Romme but Bjursås seems pretty good too.
Accommodation for a large group in Cairns in November 2012 I'm organising a largish group (around 10, hopefully) to go to Cairns in November for the total solar eclipse on the 14th. With a group that size, it'd be nice if we could have a place to ourselves - when I travel I love hostels, but if we could find an apartm...	Try this site: hostelzoo listings for Cairns You can usually find a variety of places (large house, guest accommodation or cabins etc.)
How can I buy train tickets within the UK from abroad? Is there a machine pick up system like in other countries? Will it take foreign credit cards (Mastercard or Visa of course)? If so, in what locations are these accessible? Otherwise, how can I get them mailed to me abroad (Sweden) in the most efficient way? I wan...	If you do have a chip-and-PIN card, then sites like thetrainline provide you a unique one-time ID - this, along with your card details allows you to print your tickets out at the station itself.
Which are the main spa baths in Switzerland and which are their characteristics? My girlfriend and I love thermal bath and spa and we would like to visit one or more of these places in our stay in Switzerland. Is there any list of the available baths/spa and their characteristics? <Q> A Swiss online resource I know is ...	If you happen to visit Geneva, then you could try going to " Bains des Pâquis ".
Which is the cheapest ski resort in the Alps? I'm a total beginner. Where should I go if I want to start skiing at the minimum price? Don't worry if the slopes are bad/small/too easy, if there is snow and it's cheap, that's good. I am only interested in Alps as I am going to travel through the French Alps and Switzerl...	The reason is quite simple, smaller resorts are generally cheaper than big resorts and Austria is generally way cheaper than Switzerland, and cheaper (at least concerning ski resorts) than France. I would have a look at Germany, and more particularly the Allgäu region .
Is there any way to spend a night in a European castle? I spent a night in a jail converted to a hotel in Switzerland, and it made me wonder if there is a real castle converted to an hotel in Europe. And with "real" I mean the castle should have a historical past, and NOT a castle built recently or a hotel with a 'cas...	Other castles which offer accommodation are: Chateau de bonne esperance (Bed & Breakfast) A pretty solid candidate would be Burg Wernberg in Bavaria: first documented in 1280, never substantially destroyed and rebuilt (which is the case for a great many old castles).
Are there Christmas markets in Switzerland? I've been in Germany on christmas and almost every city has a Chrismas Market. Are there Christmas markets in Switzerland? Which are the most famous/interestings? When do they end? <Q> This page list all the big Christmas markets in Switzerland. <S> I can really recommend th...	There are a couple of Christmas markets in Switzerland, just pick one next to the place you are staying .
What do "Fragile" stickers on checked baggage do? When traveling by air and checking bags, some airlines will let you declare an item as fragile and put stickers on the box or bag. How common is this policy? What do the fragile stickers do (i.e. how do they change the baggage handling process)? Is this generally recomm...	Applying fragile stickers will improve the awareness but not guarantee safety of your property.

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