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What are relaxed and interesting / not well-known things to see on a winter weekend in Prague? I'm taking my girlfriend to Prague in a couple of weeks for her birthday. Neither of us can take much time off work at the moment, so it's a short trip - probably there Friday, leave Monday, giving us only the weekend as ful...	Hradčany castle on the left bank of Vltava is impressive and the area around it worth a stroll. And don't forget to sample their excellent beer with accompanying knödel.
Why is a nonstop flight sometimes more expensive than multiple connections? Usually I find a flight I like that uses one or more connections with the same or different companies. In these cases, if the distance between the first and the second connection is not too large, I prefer to go by bus or train and then take th...	Many people prefer direct connections for their convenience, and are willing to pay more for them.
Why do I feel pressure in the ears in a plane? Normally you feel pressure in your ear, if the air pressure changes, e.g. if you're ascending or descending very fast. But why do I feel this pressure also in airplanes where the pressure in the passenger room should be constant? <Q> The cabin pressure is not constant - ...	The reason for this is that a pressure difference between inside and outside puts stress on the fuselage. Ambient Temperature of the airplane (lower temp = lower pressure)
Considerations to take as a UK citizen travelling in Europe? The world and especially Europe is in a lot of trouble politically, socially and economically. You have a lot of people with financial hardship, poverty which will cause an increase in crime. There is also a lot of anger towards people in UK because we are do...	Lots of people in various EU countries would not be envious of the UK, and would not think that the UK is doing better than other countries.
Cell phones must now be completely turned off on flights in Europe? On a BMI flight from London Heathrow to Berlin Tegal at the start of Feb 2012 passengers were told cellphones were no longer allowed on at all during the flight(regardless of flight mode) due to new CAA regulations. The crew were walking up and down ch...	Some airlines allow customers to use portable electronic devices for transmitting data and calls if the aircraft is fitted with a system that supports this, but there may charge for this facility.
New Orleans ... With kids? A friend of ours is calling my wife to go with her to New Orleans. The thing is that she is planning to take her kid with her and asking my wife to take our son with her. As much as I know about the city I think it's a little early for 5 year olds to participate or even appreciate. Am I w...	The other answers have given some good ideas of specific activities for children in New Orleans, but I will add that there is as much to do there for children as in any other city.
Is UK's Iris biometric entry system being phased out? UK operates a biometric access control system at its airports called Iris, that allows people to skip immigration queues and get automated clearance using their pre-registered biometric details. I was looking up information on how to register for this on the UK Bor...	Yes according to this article in the metro, they are no longer in use in Birmingham and Manchester and will be turned off after the Olympics in London (Heathrow and Gatwick).
Is it safe to stay outside the Boulevard Périphérique in Paris? I'm planning on staying in Paris with my wife for a few days in April. I've found a number of hotels for a reasonable price and with overall good reviews on TripAdvisor. But all of them are located in the area outside the Boulevard Périphérique. I have bee...	I would not necessarily recommend any place in the Greater Paris area to visitors but most of the areas immediately beyond the périphérique should be perfectly safe to stay or walk at night. I go to Paris quite regularly and I usually stay in hotels beyond the boulevard périphérique, for exactly the same reason that yo...
What are some recommended day trips from New York City for outdoor activities? I am specifically interested in walking/hiking/cycling rather than going to the beach or skiing. <Q> The Appalachian Trail is a stop on the Metro North Railroad on weekends. <A> If you don't like biking around Central Park . <S> Try Be...	You can go to the Poconos for hiking , Trail Biking , Kayaking, Fishing.
What are the cheapest ways to get from East Asia to Australia? I have a return ticket that gets me from Turkey to Korea to Australia but it cannot be extended beyond the end of May. I'm thinking of forfeiting or refunding some leg(s) of my ticket but as my savings are getting low and getting to Australia is usually no...	Air Asia flies from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Melbourne, Sydney and the Gold Coast, and is usually the cheapest way to fly into Oz by a long shot.
Modifying online flights to include stopovers I'm trying to get a visa for Canada, but that's beside the point. While I wait, I play with flights online, looking at prices. I found that occasionally there's this weird multi-stop flight that shows up from Auckland, New Zealand to Nadi, Fiji, to Christmas Island, Kiriba...	You can specify multi-city routes on booking sites such as Kayak and then those typically get booked as one-way legs (and thus presumably costlier) rather than an extended stopover.
Where in Europe can I pay to fire guns or have military experience? I have seen several sites for places in Ukraine and Poland where you can drive tanks and shoot various weapons from the Soviet Union. http://stayinkiev.com/en/shooting-tours http://www.ukraineconnections.co.uk/military_adventures.htm http://www.bast...	A lot of hostels in the Baltic countries like for example the Naughty Squirrel in Riga or the Boutique Hostel in Tallinn offer AK47 shooting tours. In Poland (Krakow), there's the Gun Shooting in Krakow option: Shooting in Ljubljana for stag parties, is one of our best sellers.
A day at Dubai International Airport and the city? On my way to India I'm planning to stay one day in Dubai. I would arrive at 6am in the morning and leave at 3am the next day. My naive plan is to lock my backpack at the airport and then walk into the city and around to see some of the architecture and then return to ...	Yes, there is a left luggage facility at the airport, in each of the terminals in fact. The airport and the "city" (such as it is, Dubai is hugely sprawling) are most definitely not within walking distance; however, they are connected by the Dubai Metro, which will whisk you there in a few minutes. And as for if it's w...
What needs to be done locally in case of a car accident while travelling in the US? My friend is away from home right now; he lives in Ohio and has had a car accident in the state of New Jersey. What does he need to do locally before he can return home? He says a state trooper took his testimony; should he stick around...	If it was a state trooper that took down his info, then that means call the state courthouse. The only reason I can think of he may need to stick around (or return) to NJ if he is not at-fault is if the state wants him as a witness in prosecuting the other driver(s). Call your own insurance carrier to report the accide...
Is it possible to carry pepper spray for self-defense? I want to carry pepper spray with me when traveling for self-defense purposes only. Is there a way to be allowed to do that or is there any official document that allows me to safely travel with pepper spray? Also wanted to know whether this is allowed through airp...	Pepper spray handguns can be bought and carried without any license by anyone over 18.
Is Spirit Airlines's $9 Fare Club worth it? Has anyone tried Spirit Airlines's $9 fare club membership ($60/year)?What do you get with your membership, and what makes it worth it? <Q> "worth the investment" is highly subjective. <S> For some people it may be, for others not. <S> For me e.g. it wouldn't be as I never ...	The $9 Fare Club offers all of our member exclusive travel deals, not only in the U.S. but all over the Americas. Sometimes the money you'll save (compared to their non-club fare) will be a significant chunk of the membership fee, so that the fee will "pay for itself" if you use it just once more, and not be a signific...
What are my options for long term parking at Paris Charles de Gaulle? I am flying from Paris on a two week holiday. The parking fees at the airport are quite expensive. Does anyone know alternatives? <Q> It's difficult to find something really cheap that isn't too far away from the airport. <S> I once used Aerpark <...	If you are planning a longer stay it may be advisable to park at one of the nearby hotels who offer great deals on park and stay: these include the Hilton, Novotel, Ibis, Prestige, and Sofitel.
Can I carry on/check in a child's car seat for free for a flight? I am not flying with my child. Instead, I will meet my child at the destination of my flight. I have a small backpack and one carry-on bag, which is free for most airlines. Can I carry on additionally a child's car seat? In fact, it is a booster seat. It...	My experience with Jet Blue that first baggage is free plus they allow to check in a car seat and also a carriage they even let you walk with the baby in the carriage till the flight for your convenience and over there they take it over and you getting it back right when exiting flight.
Safely driving a car in Romania with foreign plates I am considering traveling to Bulgaria by car this summer. My potential route goes through Romania, with a possible overnight stay there. I am wondering if it is generally safe to drive as a foreigner in Romania, in terms of both road and criminal safety. <Q> About t...	Most of the time it will be OK because the road are clean, and the speed is limited. The border officers are susceptible to bribes, especially since you have foreign plates.
Finding drinkable water while travelling I tend to get dehydrated rather easily, a problem that is compounded when I travel to locations where the water is unsafe/unfamiliar for me. I often seem to find myself having to choose between getting sick from dehydration and (potentially) getting sick from drinking local wat...	Water Bottle with FilterI have seen quite a few water bottles with filters built in.
Driving license in Australia We will be in Australia for a few days and I was considering renting a car. Is a standard European license (we have Polish and Italian) good enough, or do we need "international driving license"? We live in London, so getting the latter one is a major obstacle. <Q> This is a common misconce...	Please be aware that a person who is driving in Australia must carry the overseas licence with them at all times whilst driving along with either an International driving permit OR an English translation if the overseas licence is not written in English.
Stuck without toilet paper while travelling - what is the best approach? Well, this has happened to everyone at some point - you find out there is no toilet paper just after you need it the most. Usually it's not a big deal, even in public toilet room you can wait until you hear someone nearby and kindly ask for paper....	If toilet paper and/or water-based cleaning is (or is likely to be) unavailable, some kind of scraping implement, like a large teaspoon or rigid spatula (such as the type used for applying hair-removal wax), is probably the most practical expedient.
The most difficult countries to travel in? Now at first sight that's a subjective question. But I'll explain now that it's not. So please don't answer subjectively either! Pamir Highway between Dushanbe and Khorog, Tajikistan When papers or publications release pieces about "the richest country" it's usually based...	Natural barriers, like in Antartica or Sahara.
Is it possible to change from an Air New Zealand flight to a BA flight in Beijing without going through customs? My father is flying from NZ to the UK via Beijing. He arrives on an Air New Zealand flight at terminal 3E and departs on a BA flight also from Terminal 3E a few hours latter. Will he need to go through cus...	If you have a connecting flight with another airline, your baggage may be through-checked if Air New Zealand has an interline agreement with the other airline.
What online communities exist to help solo travellers meet up? I've done a few long-termish mostly solo trips now, and you hear about communities like CouchSurfing and Warm Showers (for cyclists). However I also really enjoy staying in hostels. Oddly, there aren't really forum communities on the hostel sites. It...	Many people use couchsurfing 's groups for this exact purpose!
Possibility and price of getting to Lord Howe Island by sea? I'm having trouble finding details of getting to Lord Howe Island other than by the expensive flights. Wikipedia implies that the ship that brings supplies can also carry passengers , and searching the internet turns up more hints that this is the case. But...	I rang the Islander Trader and there is no passenger cargo. By far, the cheapest way to get to Lord Howe island is via air - paid for with Frequent Flyer points!
Travel guide to Kaliningrad? I'm looking for a travel guide (i.e. book) to Kaliningrad. Are there any particularly useful English-language references for visitors to Kaliningrad? I am particularly interested in any remnants of the old Königsberg. <Q> Well there are lots of sites online that cover this. <S> It looks...	For example you could look at Wikitravel's page on Kaliningrad .
What is the cheapest way to get from Eindhoven to Amsterdam? What is the cheapest way to get from Eindhoven or Eindhoven airport to Amsterdam and back? <Q> I'm currently working in our Eindhoven office and can see the runway from here ;) Hitchhiking is unlikely to work; there's no decent location to get picked up near...	The cheapest is probably hitch hiking. There are actually 4 trains per hour to Amsterdam; two of them go to Central Station and the other 2 go to Amsterdam Airport
In which cultural regions is taking pictures of people considered offensive? I have the impression that in Muslim countries taking pictures of people is often not welcome. On the other hand there are other countries where people really enjoy it (and also sometimes expect some money). In which places in the world (count...	Ask permission, and if they say no or want money for it, offer instead to send them a copy of the photo, or show them the photo and ask if that's ok. In most places, taking a photo in a public place is fine and you have the right to do so.
Where can I ride camels in Morocco (other than in the Sahara)? Riding camels is widely advertised in the south eastern part of morocco. That is, where the Sahara starts. We might not be able to reach those parts. I am wondering if there are camel rides offered closer to Marrakech. <Q> Marrakech has a big palm tree gard...	There are a lot of camels and people that offers camel riding to tourists.
In which places is a cruise a viable travel option for independent travelers? Most independent travelers are down on cruises, placing them somewhere between package tours and a Turkish prison on the list of ways they would spend their vacation. "Treated like cattle", "only see the cruise ports", "rip-offs": all quite ...	One of the most obvious is the Norwegian fjords sightseeing cruise. It really depends on the kind of traveler that you are...if you prefer sea or land adventures, or fixed costs up front, rather than variable, or prefixed cuisine/activities, as opposed to adventure...
Family with kids driving from Marrakesh to Fez - any threat of danger for daytime driving? We are two parents with three children, a blonde, a red head and one brunette, ages 8,9,and 12 years. Why do I write that? because we look very American which may not be such a good thing in Morocco. I love everything I read a...	My girlfriend and I both felt very safe in and out of the car, welcomed by the locals in cities and villages. There have been incidents of tourists being kidnapped a couple of years ago in some other North African countries such as Algeria, but not Morocco (as far as I can see from a general web search).
Oldest subway/underground/metro rolling stock still in operation As a rider of various subway/metro/underground systems I was curious where would I find the oldest fleet still in operation. NYC subway C line has cars built in the mid 60s. I was wondering if there is anything older than that? <Q> They have been runnin...	If Wikipedia is up-to-date, then Buenos Aires has a good claim to having the oldest subway coaches in commercial service in the world, built between 1913 and 1919. Besides the antique cable cars, which are a protected National Monument, San Francisco runs historic streetcars on a daily basis.
Is Songkran worth a Thai visa extension, or can you have a similar experience in Laos? I am traveling to Thailand and my 30 day visa ends on April 12. This site says Songkran runs from April 13 - 15 this year. It would cost $80 to extend the visa, and I can't move the date we enter Thailand because of another visa e...	I was in Bangkok during Songkran several years ago (2004 I think), and it was an amazing atmosphere and experience, especially around Khao San Road.
Biking and hiking for 4-5 days in Central Europe: Where should I go to? This spring I'm planning to spend 4-5 days for sport vacations. I want to go hiking and biking. I know a lot of different places in Central Europe to do that, but I'm asking here to get new hints. The place should be in Central Europe (Austria, Ge...	Val di Sole in Northern Italy (near the Dolomites) is a great place for hiking and has some excellent bike trails, as well.
Is there a video game museum anywhere in Europe? I'm looking for a museum that collects video games. Preferably, the museum should be located in Europe. <Q> The Computerspielemuseum in Berlin claims to have been "the world's first permanent exhibition devoted to digital interactive entertainment culture." <A> Jan Orn...	The Centre for Computing History in Cambridge, UK has an extensive selection of old computers and gaming consoles, many powered on and set up ready to be played.
Bungee jumping and zorbing in India Where in India can one jump bungee? I'm primarily interested in jumping off of a bridge or other solid structures but you can contribute with crane and helicopter jumps as well. Since there isn't much info online about that, I think there's no need for a specific state but here are ...	Many bungee operators operate not from fixed locations outdoors but from temporary locations such as jumping off tethered from a crane or custom-built free-standing structures in cities.
Drinking tap water in India I ordered SteriPEN before I started my India trip but unfortunately it didn't arrive in time. I'm only drinking bottled water here but am interested whether tap water in train stations and some monuments is safe to drink or is the board which says Drinking water just put there as a decor...	Drinking tap water in India is not always safe, especially at railway stations.
What is a good town to use as a base to explore the Speyside region of Scotland I will be in the Speyside region for a couple of days mainly exploring whisky distilleries, I will have a car and a sober driver, I'm just looking for a nice town to stay in for a couple of days. Ideally a smaller town with budget accommod...	I think you should start at the list of distilleries you would like to visit and then look at the road maps to see what would be the best place to stay.
Correct reasons for opting out of millimetre wave scanners Having travelled through SFO a few times, and each time been asked to go through a millimetre wave (or backscatter) scanner, and each time 'opted out' and gone for the search (in public), I'd like to know what is the proper reasons to give when they ask why I'v...	You don't need to give any excuse at all.
A second passport or ETD? A friend is applying for a UK visa, and has sent off his New Zealand passport while he applies (he lives in Australia). He's not told his work he's considering leaving. Then he finds out that in a couple of weeks, he's supposed to travel overseas on a business trip. Awkward, as without said...	The easiest thing to do in this case would be apply for renewal of a passport.
Looking for 5-7 day long distance walk I'm looking for a long distance hiking walk in Europe (but not Germany) of about 5-7 walking days (approx. 15-25 km/day, 100-150 km total length). If round trip or not doesn't matters. I like small paths in hilly (not too rough) and natural environment up to 1000m altitude. I pr...	Another idea in the UK would be the South Western Coast Path - the web site offers a few ideas.
For US travel are Wireless mice banned? My mother recently traveled to visit and had mentioned that wireless mice are recently banned from air travel? Also, is there a reason why? Is that a flight policy or just a TSA standard? <Q> There are no rules, either TSA, FAA, airline or otherwise, that would stop you from tak...	However once you're on the plane there are rules specific to radio transmitting devices, which a wireless mouse is.
Should I carry a passport around everywhere I go in the UK? I am a new student in the UK. I attend classes both in London and Cambridge. Should I carry my passport with me wherever I go within UK? Or is a college identity enough? My parents are visiting me soon. Should I ensure they carry their passports when we go ou...	However you can apply for a UK identity card, such as CitizenCard , which means you don't need to carry your passport with you.
Paranoid about missing my return flight home from Rome. What to do? I haven't been to Europe in 11 years. My wife and I (and our 8 year old son) will be taking a trip to Italy this late November. We will be traveling from Venice to Florence to Rome. We will be flying in Venice and out of Rome. However, our Rome dep...	An alarm on your phone, one on the in-room clock, and a wake-up call from the front desk wouldn't be overkill in a situation like this, and means that if one does fail for some reason (phone hangs, power outage in the room, etc) you'll still have something to wake you up!
Are sunny, warm days a pipe-dream in Venice/Rome in late November? We are taking our first family trip to Europe this Thanksgiving (Nov 16 - 27th). Our itinerary is 3 days in Venice, 3 days in Florence and remaining in Rome (leave from Rome). Anyone have an idea what the weather will be like? My agent said she was t...	Venise also is cold in Winter with wet wind from the sea. You will however definitely need to pack for chilly weather.
Things to do with young children in Paris in August I will be going to Paris in August with 3 other adults and 3 children (aged 2 to 6). What kind of things are worth seeing/doing that will keep them amused? I would like options for if the weather is good or bad and ideally away from the usual tourist traps. 2 adults...	When the weather permits, you could do the following: Sailing a model in the pond at the jardin de Tuileries close to the louvre museum Row a boat in Bois de Bologne Stroll along and have breakfast at at the Cité Internationale Universitaire . Paris, in my opinion, is one the nicest cities for young and old.
What US electronic appliances will work on 220V/240V? We are headed to Italy from the US. We plan on packing light but with an 8 year old (and an amateur photographer), we will be taking the following items. I've read that a lot of newer electronics work on 110 or 220 voltage. You just need the adapter (ie, no power ...	So there is a good chance that all your devices do work on 220V, but be sure to check first.
Travelling from Germany to Iran Travelling from Germany to Iran, I'm looking for the cheapest but comfortable way. One idea is to travel to Turkey then going to Iran form there. There are many flights with reasonable price for Germany to Turkey ( easyjet ). Unfortunately, I'm unaware of such flights for the second part...	You can take a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Tehran around $300 (at the best case $200). I recommend a direct flight from Berlin which will cost about $500. Your best bet is to be flexible on the travel dates and to monitor possible special offers.
Can chartering a private plane be an affordable alternative to scheduled flights? I once missed a plane due to not considering the timezone difference. I could get a seat on the next flight for 1600 Eur. Thanks to the Internet I noticed that a competitor offered a one-way ticket to same destination (Amsterdam) for 500 ...	In short, chartering planes is almost never cheaper than flying commercially.
How to enter East Jerusalem and who controls the separation with the western part Can non-Muslim people from non-Muslim countries (EU) enter the part of Jerusalem where the famous mosque with yellow top is located? Are the police (or guards) at the entrance Israeli or Palestinian? Who is the owner and in control of...	All the gates are controlled by the Israeli police.
Why do return flight costs vary depending on the country of origin? I had planned for my wife, daughters and I to take a holiday from our home in China to the UK for a few weeks in July. Usually, when people visit us in China from the UK, the cost is around £450 to £500 for a return flight. Looking online, I can see th...	The reason is that the airlines are allowed to do it, and so they price the round trips originating from different countries according to local demand and competition.
Is it possible to rent a car in one US state and drop it off in another? I'm from the UK and I'm looking at planning a road trip around the US with some friends. I wondered if it was possible to rent a car in one state but drop it off in another. If it's possible do they charge more for hiring this way? Are there some...	It is possible to do one-way drop offs between other states, but there is usually a fee (often much higher than the actual rental cost).
Where can I eat a cobra (or any snake) in Hong Kong? I was reading a travel article by Nick Tosches in Vanity Fair on his search for opium dens in Asia. One section stood out for me: Cobra soup—the more venomous the serpent, the more potent the tonic; gelatinous and steaming and delicious beyond description—garn...	Most of the city’s snake meat is now delivered chilled or frozen from China, but to try the meat and the soup at its best you need to have it fresh, which means braving the handful of live snake restaurants that still exist in Kowloon . Try Se Wong Yee , 24 Percival St, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong call (852/2831 0163).
How important is it to obtain Swiss Francs before arriving in Switzerland? I am going on a Topdeck European bus tour that is passing through 20 countries. During the trip, we pass through many countries that don't use the Euro, such as Poland - which uses the Zloty or the Czech Republic, which uses the Koruna. The tour...	However, many places - such as supermarkets, restaurants, sightseeings' box offices, hotels and the railways or ticket machines - accept Euro and will give you change in Swiss Francs or in Euro if they have it in cash.
Where can I see an Apollo spacecraft? Is there any museum that has a Apollo spacecraft that I can visit? I'm interested in this kind of spacecrafts because they have a really impressive history, e.g. they are said to be used for the first moon landing. I would prefer a museum in Europe, but USA would also be okay. <Q>...	The capsules from Soyuz - Apollo flight used to be and Apollo 11 command module is at the Smithsonian Air and Space museum .
What is preferable, Eurail Pass or Buying Pass on the spot? I plan to visit 3 countries in Europe during May: Paris, Italy and England ( in that order). I will be staying in each country for 1 week; at the end of the week I will be moving on from a country to another. Edit: Here are more updates on my research. This ...	If flexibility and 1st class comfort are important, go for the Eurail pass.
How to identify a flight based on airport, time and maybe airline? Today I cycled through Zurich and also came across the airport. I used the chance and made some pictures of aircraft taking off. Since I'm very interested in the type of aircraft as well as the destination, I would like to identify the flights that I ha...	FlightStats and FlightAware provide individual flight history for specific dates in the past, so you could also find all of the flights servicing an airport and then figure out what flight it was by comparing actual departure/arrival times.
Is there a site where I can subscribe for cheap flights for a specific place? I currently spend long time periods outside my hometown and many people advise me to get my ticket for my vacation a month in advance, but I don't want to keep looking each day. Is there an online service that will help me to get cheap flight...	Skyscanner is another that provides email alerts for price changes, I also use it to find the cheapest flights for any given route as it compares all available flight combinations for you, and if you are flexible about your dates you can view the search in month mode see the price for that route every single day, somet...
How can I get a reliable taxi/car service in LA? I am fully aware LA is based around the car and has limited public transport. But I'm planning to be there a few days and will not be able to drive a car of any kind. I already have the airport journey covered and am looking what I can access on bus/Metro, this questi...	The other alternative is to start adding a bunch of taxi companies to your contacts list, and tell them to pick you up at your current location. If you're spending a few days there, you'd be better off just renting a car.
Seeing Penguins "in the wild" in Sydney Are there places near Sydney, Australia where one can see penguins in the wild (not in a zoo)? If so, what's the best way to catch a glimpse of these cute creatures? I have read some information about seeing them at Shelly Beach in Manly but I'm not sure that those posts are u...	There is a very famous "fairy penguin parade" near a town called Ventnor that you can begin reading about on WikiTravel.
What are the differences betwenn first and second class compartments on SNCF's Intercités de Nuit? I'm currently living in Paris and want to meet up with some friends of mine in Italy. I would love to experience an overnight train. I found a train to Milan on Intercités de Nuit, and I am tempted to upgrade to first cla...	In the "Intercités de Nuit", the former "Lunéa" trains, the only difference between the second and the first class is related to the number of bunks per compartment.
Sim Card with data plan in China? I'm traveling to Beijing for a short trip (4 days), and don't want to be without my phone or pay ATT roaming. I have an unlocked, international compatible phone. What kind of options are available in Beijing? I like data. Especially in 3G. Should I just buy something from CM at the B...	Buying a SIM may be best done at a big telecomms store, rather than the airport - you are more likely to get a solution that actually works. I had no problem getting a sim card at Unicom.
Cruising from NYC to Cancun This june I'm planning to travel from NYC to Cancun, not a big deal, I guess, but I just wonder - is there any way to travel this very route by boat? <Q> There might be. <S> Ask at your local yacht club, jetty or harbor master. <S> Often they have have a notice board or maybe even a website ...	You can easily book a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line , there is a cruise ship specifically coming out of NYC
What can I use instead of a corkscrew? When travelling, we may want to obtain some wine, but I don't want to have to bring a corkscrew with me. What can I use instead? <Q> My preferred method, because it requires no special equipment: <S> Wrap the bottom of the bottle in a towel, or place a phone book against a wall...	If you don't check bags, then buy a cheap corkscrew in your destination.
How to generate a travel map? For various reasons I have to present ~100 pictures of my last trip through Europe. To make this presentation more informative, I'd like to include an animated travel map that shows the route I traveled. It should be possible to enter various destinations and then link them in arbitrary or...	TravellersPoint has a great map making feature. I used Tripline to show where I've been on recent trips.
What's the best time to get "last-minute" discount hotel prices? Some online travel sites (I'm thinking of Hotwire specifically, but the question applies more generally) offer low rates on high-quality hotels if you're willing to not specify exactly where you want to stay. As I understand it, these rates are possible b...	If you must have a hotel, it's often a good idea to find somewhere with a good cancellation policy (eg, allowing you to cancel up until at least a day or two before the event) - this gives you the certainty of having somewhere to stay if prices go up, but also allows you to keep looking/bidding for cheaper rooms as the...
Are there any US laws that a US citizen MUST obey while traveling, even if those laws do not exist in the country he is traveling to? It goes without saying that the laws vary from country to country, and what is illegal in one country might be both legally permitted and culturally accepted in another. For example, in...	Generally, if you break a US law even though you're not in the US - you can be prosecuted if the victim is a US person, even if what you did was legal at the place where you did it.
Travel from Tel-Aviv, Israel to Thessaloniki, Greece I want to get from TLV to Thessaloniki, Greece on 21-24/June. What is the cheapest way? <Q> Aegean Airlines currently has direct, return flights on these specific dates for €241.87 (including taxes and luggage). <S> Olympic Air on the contrary is more expensive and ...	On kayak , I have seen direct one-way flights from Tel-Aviv to Tessaloniki for 576 NIS (~120 EUR). As overland travel, either by hitchhiking or by public transport (bus+train), is not really an option at the moment, flying will probably be the cheapest option. Going by ferry (if you find one) will hardly be cheaper.
Do I need a UK or Ireland transit visa when flying from the US to a Schengen country? I am travelling to Budapest and therefore have a Schengen Visa. I hold an Indian passport and a valid US visa. I'm travelling from Chicago-Heathrow-Budapest and returning by Budapest-Dublin-Chicago. Would I need a transit visa for UK...	If you are coming to the UK briefly as part of your journey to another country, you will generally need to obtain a UK visa before you travel.
Does knowing Japanese help in neighbouring countries? I know a bit of Japanese, but don't know any other Asian languages. Does knowing Japanese help in neighbouring countries such as South Korea and Taiwan? Am I likely to encounter people who are familiar with Japanese but not English? Are relationships between such ...	And last but not least, some Korean people might feel frustrated to see you, non-Asian, speak Japanese but don't speak even a basic Korean. However, once you know English, there is little to no added benefits to it.
Riding in a military jet I remember that there was a possibility that one could take a ride in a military MiG. I think at one point the cost was $15k. Are there any other places that would allow a person to take such a ride? <Q> In Germany, at the Bitburg Aiprort , the former Bitburg Air Base , there is such a poss...	German event organizer Jochen Schweizer offers flying a MiG 29 in Nizhniy Novgorod for 14.5k EUR. Finally, aviation is sometimes a bit old-fashioned, and the best way to find what you want is often to simply show up at the airport and ask around.
What's the cheapest way to get from South Mumbai to the International Airport (BOM)? My hotel is in Colaba near the Gateway of India. I like to know what's the cheapest way to get to the international airport by 8am. <Q> Here's what I ended up doing: I left my hotel at 5:30 to walk up to Colaba Causeway to catch a bu...	It can take about an hour or more from Andheri Station to the airport during rush hour as against 20 minutes during the morning, ahhh the fast train can be really really crowded I would prefer the slow train during the day. There is also an option of sharing taxis to Churchgate Station & from Andheri Station to the air...
Are there any boat tours for Lake Baikal? I am interested in visiting Lake Baikal and exploring the areas around the lake. What is the best way of doing so and which nearby town should I use as my homebase? I'd expect using a boat to go from the west to the east side is much easier than traveling by land. <Q> As ru...	I think you should check the Active tours to Baikal - if they are offering the climbing tour, they definitely can provide a tour with boat :)
Any special way to mark penicillin allergy on my passport? I'm allergic to penicillin, the antibiotic. I just got a new (European) passport. Is there some 'best practices'/common way to mark this allergy on my passport? I filled in the emergency contact & blood group details, so I wonder if I should put penicillin alle...	In general, best practice is to get a Medic Alert wrist bracelet or necklace (I've got the bracelet) and it comes with a card that you can put in your wallet. Well, when a patient has penicillin allergy in a hospital, we always write Sine Penicillium on their bed sheet, which gives an information to any medical profess...
Looking for a small scenic beach town village in Spain or Portugal A few friends and I are looking for a small Spain/Portugal beach town or village to stay at for a week. We want something scenic, ideally with cliffs or terrain on the beach. We are all 28 to 30 and looking to have a good time, but are more into laid ...	Anywhere on the coast of the western Algarve in Portugal is beautiful, laid-back and in easy reach of Lagos - a very pretty, traditional Potuguese town that also has good nightlife. My recommendation is to go to the Cabo de Gata, specifically the town called San José .
Schengen visa requirements and "validation" As an Indian citizen there are a bunch of requirements to get a Schengen visa. Some of them are: A reserved ticket (please do correct me if I am wrong) and confirmed hotel reservations. Now, if I don't need reserved tickets but just an itinerary, do I really have to make the...	If you have been to the Schengen area before and can show that you need it, you can get a multiple-entry visa valid for a year or more.
Amsterdam - How to reach from Schiphol Airport to Hotel Nes by cab and Metro? I'm going to Amsterdam for the first time. I want to know how to reach Hotel Nes from Schiphol airport. I want to know about both options - Metro and private taxi and price for both. I heard that Metro is cheap but taxi is safer. Are ...	Suggested route: From Schipol, use InterCity train towards Amsterdam Centraal (around 18 mins) From Amsterdam Central, walk to Centraal Station (2 mins) From Central Station, use tram no 9 to Diemen (8 mins, 4 stops) alight in Rembrandtplein Walk to Kloveniersburgwal 137, Binnenstad,
Which website to use when choosing local US flights? Could you recommend a good website that allows comparing prices across different airlines for local US flights?I have been using Kayak for a long time but I am wondering if there is a resource for flights within the US which gives more choice and/or cheaper options...	Orbitz and Expedia provide good deals on packages.
Should I get some Euros before I leave the US for Italy? We will be in Italy this November. Should I get some "walking around money" before I go? I think my bank has reasonable rates. I know I take the risk of the Euro dropping or the dollar rising. Maybe I should wait until a closer time? EDIT I know this quest...	Using local ATMs, and taking a small amount of US$ with you "just in case" (eg, in case every ATM in the airport is out-of-order on the day you get there!) and almost always going to be the best option.
Where can I find air-fare predictions? Yesterday I saw a documentary where some showed software that predicts developments in airfares. Similar to weather and traffic predictions a user would get a prediction of price developments when airfares for a specific connection are searched. Based on these prediction you could...	If you perform a search for flights on Kayak , it will sometimes show an airfare predictor in the top left-hand-corner of the results window, showing whether prices are predicted to fall or rise in the next 7 days (and therefore, whether you should purchase the ticket now or wait).
Where can I find tickets to Burning Man event? I would like to get tickets to the Burning Man festival, Where can I find ticket for it? It seems they are sold out months ago. <Q> For 2012, it would seem you're out of luck by official routes. <S> The main website describes the ticketing structure and process, and the ...	Burning Man Festival itself organises a ticket exchange programme for those interested in reselling their tickets.
How to enjoy traveling with more people I usually work a lot alone with computers at the University while doing research and the like. I spend on average 10 hours per day. At the weekend I do not work and try to enjoy the free time with my wife. My problem is with long holidays, I mean two weeks of holidays. Even if I ...	Key in such situations is to "live and let live".
Not flying the last segment of the first half of a return flight I have booked a A->B->C \| C->B->A flight. What I want to do is to not fly the B->C segment. While skipping the final B->A would be totally fine (just walk out of the airport), I'm afraid that the airline might cancel my return flight if I skip the B->C. S...	Nearly every airline will cancel the remainder of your itinerary if you are a no-show to any flight on the itinerary.
What is the most expensive train ride in India? Considering a lot of people use trains in India, train tickets tend to be cheap, depending on class of travel, of course. What I am interested in is finding out which train ride or which route (since there can be different types of trains on the same route) has the most ...	Maharajas' Express , is one of the Most Expensive Trains in India. Indian Panorama is a 8 days/7 nights return trip from Delhi.
7 hour layover in LHR - enough time to visit London for a couple of hours? My flight lands around noon at LHR terminal 5 and my connecting flight departs also from terminal 5 at 7pm the same afternoon. Will that give me enough time to take the express train into London (Paddington) for a short (say 2 hour visit)? I a...	If you're an EU citizen and you get lucky, with a 12pm arrival you could theoretically be in Paddington just before 1pm if you take the Heathrow Express, or the west end by a little after 1.30pm You must have entered Security at least 35 minutes before your flight departs.
Why did my flights make unscheduled fuel stops? On 2 occasions about 20 years ago my trans-Atlantic flights made unscheduled fuel stops. Once from NY to Europe (Geneva IIRC), it stopped in Shannon, Ireland and once from Europe (Brussels IIRC) to NY it stopped in Bangor, Maine. On both occasions they announced that th...	The other possibility is that the flight takes off expecting to be able to reach its destination without a stop, but along the way the pilots discover that they will need to land somewhere else due to having used more fuel than expected.
What is the emergency phone number in different countries? I know that the emergency services can be called FREE in the UK by dialing 999 and in the US by dialing 911. What I don't know is the number to call in other countries and if there is a cost involved. This is something I think most people should find out befo...	You can find the list of phones in the Wikipedia: Emergency_telephone_number For most countries in Europe is 112
What are the standard border checks when traveling between Warsaw and Berlin by various types of transportation? I know that there is always a passport check when traveling by air. Is that the same case when traveling by train, bus, and car? <Q> Poland is now in the Schengen border-free zone <S> so there should not ...	As for travel by train or car, there should be no checkpoint (although some Schengen members have begun reinstating some checkpoints, Denmark for example).
Traveling from Anaklia Georgia to Greece? I will be in Anaklia Georgia from May 25- July 8 and Wanted to look into traveling to Greece at the end and then Italy from Greece (If possible it would be nice to squeeze egypt in there also). I am from the U.S. and really have no idea where to start even looking into transpor...	Buses in Turkey are very affordable and good. I'm assuming you'll update the question, but one site that definitely helps find ways to get around is Wikitravel . I suggest ferries.gr to search for tickets.
Looking for a very last minute adventure trip (5th -13th May) Basically, due to a break up and cancellation of previous arrangements, I find myself with a free week next week and I really fancy doing something active and outdoors. Most of my trips recently have been scenery, cities and museums, so I'd like to try somet...	Maybe you could go hiking and camping in Dartmoor .
Is there any United States slang I should avoid in the UK or Ireland? We'll be spending a couple weeks this summer in the UK (Scotland and London), then a week in Ireland. Is there any slang common in the United States that we be best avoided in either country? For example, 'fag' is commonly used in the UK for cigare...	Your example of fag is technically correct, but remember that "fag" would also be understood as an offensive slur in the UK & Ireland aswell, mostly depending on context/tone. Be very careful when referring to your fanny pack!
Are hospitality-exchange services reasonably safe to use in first-world countries? Are hospitality-exchange services like CouchSurfing and warmshowers.org reasonably safe to use? I mean both for hosts and for guests, and both for men and women, in first-world countries. What precautions should I take while using s...	From my experience, yes it is very safe to use hospitality exchange services all over the world as long as you check references, have a backup plan, and trust your instincts.
Hiring a car in Berlin and dropping it off in Barcelona for a road trip I am planning on a road-trip from Berlin to Barcelona. I am most interested in knowing if I can hire a car in Berlin and drop it off in Barcelona. (also, if anyone has tips on routes to take that is also appreciated) <Q> Any large international ca...	If you have a friend living in Europe I would suggest buying the car in their name to make life easier
How to systematically find a place to go to for newbies I haven't travelled much and now I'm trying to figure out what would be a nice place for holidays. I like systematic approaches and maybe you have some suggestions what I should look out for and where to find information. I try to explain. I'd like to decide on s...	And if the cost of getting there is easy to determine, as you say, narrowing down your available choices shouldn't be too hard, while a very good start for reading up on your potential destinations are the summaries of articles on your destinations on Wikipedia and Wikitravel.
Wifi coverage in SE Asia? So how common is wifi/internet access in SE Asia. And more specifically for: Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Malaysia? <Q> Like Jonik said, the WIFI usually only covers hotels, cafes and malls (shopping centres). <S> The registration and usage are free. <S> However the bandwidth really...	There are also internet cafes in most major cities where you can pay to use the internet for very cheap. In Singapore however, the coverage is bigger, you can get WIFI freely across the island using Wireless@SG .
What publicly accessible tall buildings are good for views & photography in Manhattan? There was a similar question for London ... but what about New York City ? I'm mainly thinking (Midtown) Manhattan, but feel free to recommend awesome vantage points elsewhere in NYC too. If going to the place is free or cheap ,...	There used to be an observation deck on the 107th floor of the South World Trade Center, which was very popular for photos and seeing Manhattan with the stairs leading up to the roof deck which offered magnificent 360 o view of New York City and quite a bit surrounding areas on a clear day.
Can anyone get the NEXUS card, and how? I've been told vaguely after seeing on a forum that the NEXUS Card is the greatest thing since sliced bread. My understanding is that it's a card for frequent travellers between the US and Canada. However, why frequent travellers? Does it cost each time? And do you need to be a...	According to the NEXUS site, both Canadian and US citizens are eligible (and only US/Canada citizens). While you don't need to be a frequent traveler, you do need to have a motivation to go to the airport at least once while not traveling (to be interviewed and have your iris scan) and to spend $50. NEXUS is cheaper th...
Intuitive Trip planning websites where you can "pin" interesting activities, hostels etc based on location? Just had this idea came in mind, where you can find great pictures, activities and stories etc online, collect them together, and group them based on location(eg. neighbourhood, city or country? I'm planning my t...	You can also check out Awespot .
Vancouver to Seattle by Ferry I'm looking at heading to Seattle, well, a few times this year, and I'm wondering : is there a ferry from Vancouver to Seattle? I can't find any on bcferries or victoriaclipper, but may be missing. Might have to connect a ferry or two? how long would it take by ferry? could it be don...	The option of Clipper (Seattle-Victoria) and then BC Ferries (Swartz Bay-Tsawassen) is good. From my experience living in Vancouver and Victoria for over 60 years, there has not been a direct Vancouver-Seattle during that time.

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