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NYC–Montreal and NYC–Toronto overland I was thinking of going from NYC to Montreal , and the first thing that sprang to mind is taking a train. The distance is about 530 km (330 mi) beelining or 595 km by road—not much more than Madrid to Barcelona. There must be viable non-flight options, right? What are the best ...	To Montreal , the traditional Greyhound (6 buses daily; 7h 20 - 8h 50min, $73-105) plus you can get on New York Trailways (2 additional buses daily; 7½ - 8½ h, $84).
Avoiding the traveller's 'fanny pack' / money-belt A friend insists on wearing a moneybelt while travelling. Some prefer (shudder) ' fanny-packs ' . I can't be bothered, frankly, I used to when I was 20 (have a money belt), but these days it's a wallet for me. To be fair, I was once pick-pocketed but that was at...	If it is just about cash, a 'real' money belt could be an alternative, something that is just as thick as a normal trouser belt but has an opening on the inside to put your bank notes.
Bouldering guide for Hampi (India) As part of my trip to India I am planning to do some bouldering (climbing on small boulders) in Hampi. Could anyone advise: What is the best climbing guidebook for the area and how can I buy it in the UK How can I rent a crash mat in Hampi? What are the prices, how to arrange it, e...	If you dont want to bring a crashpad you can rent it at the guest houses for little money.
Where can you get good quality chocolates in Malaysia? Please include names of any local varieties which taste great and list places where you can get cheap chocolates. <Q> For cheap chocolate, I will usually go for Langkawi. <S> (e.g. cheapest Daim is around RM 17 - Jan 2014) For local made chocolate, I will go for B...	Few chocolate merchant like Haji Ismail Group (HIG) can be found around Langkawi and HQ at Kuah, where they sell quite number of local and international brand at very cheap price.
Do I have to enter the UK on my UK passport? I'm a British National (Overseas), which basically means that while I don't have the right of abode in the UK, I am permitted to visit the UK without a visa. However, my passport has expired, and while it's being renewed, the schedule is a bit tight. At the same time, I'm a...	The UK does NOT have such a requirement.
Is it too far to go to Eastern Europe on a 5-6 week holiday if I land in Paris? So we're landing in Europe in September and planning to stay for about 5-6 weeks. We plan to land in Paris as it seems to have the cheapest flights from Australia but also we have to go to France because we have family in Lyon. However, d...	So if you have 5 weeks to travel you can easily see a lot of Eastern Europe if you're willing to spend some days traveling from one destination to another. Basically I would check out the Swiss Railway Website , because the can give you train schedules for almost the whole of Europe. So long answer short, it's certainl...
What are the two closest capital cities in the world? Recently, there was a discussion here on Travel.SE about what are the two closest capital cities in the world. One user argued that it is Vienna and Bratislava. Another one stated either Vatican City and Rome or Kinshasa and Brazzaville. A quick Google Search turned...	The closest capital cities of two sovereign countries are Vatican City, Vatican, and Rome, Italy, one of which is inside the other (the distance between the middle points, St. Peter's Square/Piazza Venezia is about 2 km).
Where can I find last minute family accommodation in the Baie de Somme (Picardie) in France during peak weekends? We planned a short weekend for the upcoming accession weekend. Unfortunately I just received an email for the rented accommodation, that due to a double booking our reservation was canceled. I really don'...	You could also rent a caravan, or go camping - more likely to get a spot that way and don't need a hotel. There may also be local offices, which you could contact.
How does customs work if my layover is in a third country? I want to fly from the US to Israel and am looking at a flight with a layover in Canada (PIT -> YYZ -> TLV). How does customs work on such a multi-country trip? Do I have to go through the process for both Canada and Israel (and then Canada and the US on the ...	For virtually all international airports, as long as you are on a single itinerary with your bags booked through, you will stay in the transit area and do not need to clear immigration or Customs.
In the context of air travel, are layovers different to stopovers? In a recent question somebody asked about a layover without mentioning how long the stop would be, thus implying it might perhaps be understood whether layover generally refers to a stop not requiring an overnight stay. In Australia where I'm from...	Other people just say layover when they don't leave the airport, for a short connection, and stopover when they do leave the airport and spend some time in the actual city.
What are some practical hand-out gifts you can take with you when travelling? I happens quite often that you make new friendships while on the road or that you are hosted by someone you are visiting. On such occasions you usually want to leave a small gift such that the person will remember you or just for the purpose ...	I also sometimes travel with a few small boxes of chocolates ( Like these - 4 chocolates and about $1 each at my local supermarket).
Will knowledge of Yiddish be useful traveling in Israel? I am traveling to Israel for the first time this summer, and generally when I go to a country I like to learn a little bit of the language to make navigation easier (and because it's cool). However, I'm already reasonably competent in Yiddish and would love an ...	You'd be most likely to find people speaking Yiddish in Chareidi neighborhoods.
Key vs. combo lock security for international travel I leave on my trip next month, and I wanted to buy locks for my backpack since I'll certainly be passing through crowded areas of the city where it may be difficult for me to notice a pickpocket attempt. What I want to know, is whether a key or combo lock offers a hi...	Regarding keys or combo locks I would go combo locks because you will not need keys
How do I prevent damage to electronic devices at airport security? I have travelled with a laptop before with no problems (not recently), but for an upcoming trip I will, for the first time, be carrying a smartphone and a Kindle (not the Fire but the older e-ink type). I've seen complaints on the net that airport scan...	As @Doc said, X-ray do not damage electronic devices, however, metal detectors may . If you're carrying a laptop you WILL need to remove that from your bag (unless you have a special TSA-approved laptop bag) - again the only real risk is in dropping it or forgetting to collect it afterwards.
How do I negotiate a lower price at a hotel? When living and traveling in Mexico, I became quite accustomed to asking for discounts in many situations: At the market, at the car wash, and at hotels. I was usually successful in getting a lower price. I've heard of people doing this in the U.S. at hotels as well. I've...	What you can do is you look around on TripAdvisor, booking.com and hotels.com for the best rate you can find in your city. I think with chains I never got a discount when asking at the counter or by phone.
What is the cheapest way to cross the English Channel from France to the UK on foot, single ticket? I have looked at P&O's website ( www.poferries.com ), and a pedestrian day trip return costs €8 each way whereas a single without a return costs €35.50. Are there cheaper options? I assume that buying the return and th...	Depending where you're going from/to, Eurostar tickets start at €39, which may work out cheaper than the ferry, plus travel to the port, plus travel from the port at the other end.
What is the cheapest way to get from Thailand to Australia with a car? Imagine I have a car in Thailand and I want to get Australia, is there any ferry that cross from Asia to Australia? How much is it? No problem if have to drive to another country or if there is no direct ferry and must take a combination of transpor...	If you are only planning to import the vehicle temporarily you can get by with having a Carnet de Passage en Douane (CPD), but even this will not be cheap — especially as you'll have to pay for transportation in both directions.
Two nights in Baltimore (MD): what parts of town to visit for dinner/drinks? I am staying in Baltimore, Maryland for two days for business during the day. Any good tips what where I should go in the city for food and drinks in the evening (for a non US-citizen)? <Q> Baltimore is a beautiful city, with a lot of old worl...	Fells Point had lots of very nice bars and restaurants, covering a wide range of tastes, so I'd say that's a must.
Dealing with smelly travel daypacks? This came from an idea I saw on another website's thread that wasn't getting much love. When travelling, especially in hot, humid regions, you tend to sweat - especially in the back area where your daypack presses against your body. My latest daypack goes some ways to prevent this...	I also carry a couple of packets of wet wipes and clean off my daypack if necessary.
What are the prices of coffee in Poland compared to USA I live in USA but I'm traveling to Poland for the summer. I am wondering what are the prices in USD of coffee in Poland. <Q> In big Polish cities be prepared to pay around 10 PLN, which is about $3, in Starbucks and similar for a black coffee. <S> In McDonalds you...	It depends on the exact place you take it, but though it's not difficult to take a coffee for less than $.50 in a city center (I was at Poland last April).
Must-see places in Goa? I am going to Goa for business purposes for 15 days, and will hardly get 1 day free. What are the must-see places and must-do stuff in Goa? What should I be carrying along? I am interested in Museums and Beaches and not clubs or strip-clubs. <Q> I've been to Goa twice only, so I can't claim to ...	If you are after souvenirs, try the Anjuna flea market. Well Goa has an almost unbroken 70 km coastline of beaches, so I'd definitely try and fit that in at some point.
How to get from Sheki to Tbilisi How should I travel from Sheki, in Azerbaijan, to Tbilisi, in Georgia? Are there direct connections? If not, where should I expect stopovers? Can I only travel by Bus? Or also by train? How long will it take? <Q> Well, I did the trip today. <S> Here goes: <S> There are indeed mi...	In Lagodekhi, the small bus station does have occasional minibusses to Tbilisi.
Visiting Monaco as an EU citizen -- what to think about? I've never been outside of EU, so I could really use some advice before I put myself in a bad situation. I'm thinking about going to Monaco for vacation for a couple of days at the end of June. If this was an EU trip, I'd simply book train/plane tickets, book a h...	Monaco is not a Member of the European Union and therefore EU reciprocal medical arrangements do not apply. Regarding your final question about getting to Monaco : it is easy and there are lots of options, as e.g. Wikitravel will tell you . It is essential that you have comprehensive travel and medical insurance cover....
Finding a quiet hotel in Madrid I'm trying to find a quiet hotel in Madrid that's not too far out of the way. Normally, I'd just hit a hotel booking website, pick a few in the right geographical area and price range, and check the reviews. But here, I see a constant theme: noisy, walls too thin, activity outside all ni...	The Hotel Conde Duque is really a quiet oasis in the bustling city of Madrid.
Low-cost airlines to Azerbaijan? Wikipedia's list of low-cost airlines does not have any entry for Azerbaijan (or any other country of the area). Is there really no concept of low-cost airline over there? Or is it just an omission? <Q> The list <S> you mention displays low-cost airlines by their home country....	The only international low-cost airline flying to Schengen Area from Azerbaijan is Wizz Air : Baku - Budapest (each Monday and Thursday) and Budapest - Baku (each Wednesday and Sunday) Buta Airways started operating from September 2017.
Most effective way to bring money to India and Nepal What is the most effective way to bring money for a backpacking trip to India and Nepal? Are ATMs available and reliable outside of the main cities? Do they charge commission? Or is it better to have cash? What currency is best? Does the exchange rate depend on the n...	It's best to have a card that allow withdrawing money without any free In smaller cities and villages there is usually one or two ATMs, but that's usually in smaller tourist places and not in some "off-the-beaten-path" places.
What's the highest price a country charges citizens of another country for tourist visa? Many countries charge money to issue visas to people wishing to enter, and many charge different fees for citizens of different countries. On my current trip the most I've had to pay was $20. One other country I thought about visi...	US charges between $150 and >$500, depending on the visa type, and the country of origin.
How are road charges collected in France? This summer we'll go to France by car for the first time. I noticed that some motorways on our route require road charge to be paid (in case it matters - we're going from Freiburg to Perpignan). How is this charge implemented in France? Can it be paid in advance? <Q> The charg...	On the roads subject to fees there are toll stations ("gare de péage") where you will have to pay.
Where to find free printable road maps/atlases online? Where can I find free printable road maps online? I sometimes go on trips which require driving from town to town - before the internet, I'd have had to buy a basic road atlas for this. Now I can simply print out driving instructions from Google Maps. Nonetheless, ...	In ViaMichelin you also get maps.
Which are the cleanest ghats in Varanasi? I am about to go on a pilgrimage trip to Varanasi. I find a lot of information on Varanasi ghats on the Net. But some of the facts are really disturbing: quite a few ghats are supposed to be cremation ghats, Manikarnika Ghat being one of them. Here is a map of all ghats. ...	Rajendra Prasad Ghat- Popular for evening Ganga Aarti.
How do Hostels work in Europe? I was wondering what are the Youth Hostel associations that I should join so I can use their beds when I travel round Europe? Here are the main countries I will be visiting: France Italy Croatia Hungary Austria Germany How do hostels operate in Europe? Will my YHA card work the...	IME many hostels will accept people who aren't members of a hosteling organisation, but they might sometimes charge you more.
How to get from Delhi to Kathmandu overland? I am going to Nepal and probably, same as everyone, through Delhi. I was considering going overland from Delhi to Kathmandu, however I have found many posts that advise against it in favor of a flight. The following concerns are the key to the proper decision, I think. Does...	You can now take an overnight bus from Varanasi to Kathmandu.
What is the best money exchange place to exchange dollars to PLN in Poland I am looking for a place to change dollars to Polish zloty and I wonder where the best place to do such exchange is. I am looking for exchange places in following cities (or nearby): Wroclaw Krakow Walbrzych Additionally can I ever count ...	I would guess that in bigger cities you will get a better deal, you should shop around and compare rates in different offices (so probably Wroclaw or Krakow).
Where should I stay in London with an early Heathrow departure? I'll be in London for one night coming in from Cambridge the prior afternoon with a 10:15 AM flight out of Heathrow. I'm looking for a nice area with some good pubs to spend the evening. I'd like to have an easy time getting to Heathrow Terminal 3 in the...	To go as smoothly as possible , I would book into one of the hotels close to Heathrow that has a regular bus to/from the airport.
What type of tea is used in Central Asia, especially Uzbekistan? When travelling throughout Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and to a lesser extent, Kazakhstan last year as a guest I was always offered tea, or chai . It was typically black, sometimes green, in a bowl. Some information on this site here What I wan...	In Uzbekistan, a very popular tea is Green tea
Getting from Delhi to Haridwar I want to go to Haridwar from Delhi. Which is the fastest and cheapest way to reach there? Also I want to know which are the must visit places there and nearby to it? <Q> The best way to get there is an overnight train ride by Mussoorie Express which is fully booked at this time for gen...	One of the best trains to the place is Shatabdi and Jan Shatabdi, which leaves New Delhi Railway Station at around 3 in the afternoon and reaches Haridwar by 7.30 in the evening. Nearby places that you should visit are Rishikesh, famous for temples and adventure activities such as rafting, kayaking, bungee etc. You can...
Cheap but comfortable way to get from Kingston, ON, Canada to Toronto? At end of August I have to go from Kingston, ON in Canada to Toronto. I'm looking for the cheapest way to get there, that has a least some comfort. So I don't want to hitchhike, but taking the train, take a car or even flying would be fine for me. ...	The Train looks to be quite a good bet to me.
Transport for Tour of Southern Spain I've been to the south of Spain a few times and was hoping to make another trip in the near future. My plan is fly from JFK or ORD to Madrid to Sevilla (obviously assuming this is the cheapest route available). I then want to stay in Sevilla for 4-5 days. Then head south to Ronda,...	There are several bus companies (partial list) operating in southern Spain.
Any tips for completing purchases through RENFE's website? I've found the Spanish train website renfe.com cannot complete credit card transactions. I've attempted with several different bank and credit cards from several different countries, verified the cards worked with the issuers, etc. It appears many others ...	What seems to be happening with Renfe, is that they are treating payments where the password has not been entered as the same as when the password has been entered incorrectly , and refusing all payments.
Must see places while going through Belgium? I'm going to travel by car from Netherlands to Luxemburg. Whole round-trip starts from the Baltics - Germany - Netherlands - Belgum - Luxemburg - towards Baltics. I'm not in a hurry and I would like to spend some time sightseeing. I'm not looking for "just beautiful" build...	The must-see places in Belgium are the big cities, like Brussels , Antwerp and Ghent . If you like caves, stop in Han-sur-Lesse , on your way to Luxembourg. A canal cruise in Ghent is interesting and gives you a nice perspective of the city. But there are windmills, a beautiful belfry with its carillon that you can vis...
Single travelling in Sep-Oct - which destination: China, Russia, Barcelona + Portugal, or Cuba? I'm Israeli. I get 3 weeks vacation from work during Sep-Oct 12. I want to travel overseas (for now alone). I thought to use the relatively long vacation to get further away than nearby Europe. Does anyone know of organized...	Portugal+Spain is an easy trip within the usual Western world, close to home and without any significant apparent dangers other than the usual pickpockets and the expensive Euro zone. Like the previous answers have stated, Cuba would not be a wise choice for that time of year.
Getting from Emeryville, CA to Mountain View, CA with significant luggage Suppose that I am in Emeryville, CA, USA at 4-5 PM, having just stepped off the Amtrak California Zephyr train . How can I get to western Mountain View, CA with luggage including a large suitcase (28" × 20" × 10")? All of the routes I have l...	BART definitely has no luggage areas of any kind, and it's not very convenient to get to BART from Emeryville Getting from BART to Mountain View involves changing to Caltrain (and buying a new ticket) at Millbrae. I'm fairly certain that at least some cars on the Capitol Corridor have a luggage area by the stairs The t...
Is there a cheapest city / airline / season to fly one-way from anywhere in Europe to Australia? Sooner or later in the next few months my money is going to run out and I'll have to get back to Australia from some point in Europe. Since Europe is big and many fares vary significantly from season to season, I'd like to...	You might want to check out FlightFox , where you can offer a small bounty to croudsource finding the cheapest prices for a flight - although I'm not sure if it supports your concept of "somewhere in Europe" as opposed to a specific airport/region.
Accidentally travelling with a large amount of cash - can I quickly transfer it to a debit card? With just under a week to go until I head for Europe I made an epic faux pas. Instead of ordering a Visa debit card with 1500 Euro added to it, I have ended up with 1500 Euro in cash. I cannot take it back to the currency...	You can pre-purchase travel money ahead of a trip, so you can have access to local currency from ATM's and retail stores anywhere that MasterCard is accepted.
Should I take the "scenic route" from Indianapolis to Washington DC? I'm going to USA on a business/pleasure travel for 1 week in mid-September, and booked open-jaw flight to Indianapolis and then flying home from Washington DC. Since this is would be my first time in the US, I was hoping I could spend a few days on ...	I have been on the Capitol Limited train both ways between Chicago and DC.
What's the difference between a direct and a non-stop flight? In a comment to one of my question, a user mentioned that there is a difference between a direct and a non-stop flight. So what is this difference? <Q> Although in everyday usage they are interchangeable, they refer to two entirely different concepts: dire...	A direct flight in the aviation industry is any flight between two points by an airline with no change in flight numbers, which may include a stop over at an intermediate point.
Do I have to be Catholic to visit the Vatican City? Are only Catholics/Christians allowed to visit the Vatican? If not, can the non-Catholics access the same areas as Catholics? <Q> However, when I first read your question, I thought that you meant St. Peter's Cathedral, which takes up so much of Vatican City and whic...	Vatican City is certainly open to visit for tourists at large; as you perhaps know, there is no actual boundary between Rome and Vatican City, meaning that nobody checks the papers of those who move from one to the other.
Getting from New York JFK airport to Manhattan, without the sneaky airtrain exit fee? The last time I flew into JFK, I took the "free" AirTrain from the terminal out to the subway. I was rather surprised and annoyed, on getting to the subway transfer, to discover that it wasn't free after all. Between terminals is fr...	If you're looking to avoid that charge, you can take the AirTran to the car rental exit (at no cost) and hop on the free shuttle bus to Jamaica station.
Do I still have to pay airport fee in Lima? Six years ago, when I was leaving from Lima Jorge Chávez International Airport, there was airport fee of 30.25 USD. I had to pay this fee even If I already had the ticked (with Iberia, so normal, not a low-fare airline). Besides, the fee had to be paid in US dollars, not Peru...	Most airlines have been collecting the airport tax (sometimes labeled departure tax , embarkation tax or TUUA ) since October 2010 or January 2011, so you should already have paid for it when you bought your ticket.
4 days in Paris I am leaving on friday for a city trip to Paris, arriving at noon. I am already leaving Paris again at monday evening at 5 o'clock. I really want to see the Louvre, Versailles and the Eiffel Tower and I want to take a French breakfast at a local café, preferably not there where all the tourists are. ...	The Moulin Rouge and Sacré Cœur are two attractions I would add to any Paris visit. For 1 euro per day (and a credit card caution of 150) you can cycle through Paris for free if your trips remain shorter then 30 minutes.
Micro SIM cards in Vietnam and Cambodia? I'm looking to get prepaid SIM cards while I'm travelling in SE Asia this fall. How is the availability of micro SIM cards (i.e. the kind you use for iPhones) in Vietnam and Cambodia? And more specifically, in Hanoi and Phnom Penh. Is it regularly available or should I bring a p...	You should travel with a micro (or nano if you have an iphone) sim cutter.
Renting a car in Chicago with California license on a tourist visa I'll be visiting Chicago next week as a tourist, and I'll enter the United States with the standard tourist visa. I am a French resident.Three years ago, I lived in California as a student on a F-1 visa. During that time, I took the driving test and got...	The rental car company will want to see your California license but you shouldn't need any other documents; your citizenship and visa status should be irrelevant.
Travelling to Brazil without return ticket Last year I was flying to Brazil with Condor . I don't need a visa, if I stay in Brazil below 90 days (regardless if tourism or business). The check-in clerk asked me about visa or return ticket. I didn't have return ticket, because at that time I didn't plan my whole trip ...	To enter Brasil (like other countries) as a tourist you must have a departure ticket of a max.
Do you earn miles for trips that you flew, but you didn't buy? I am being flown out by a company for an on-site visit. Will I earn miles for this trip, or will the company? <Q> By default, yes. <S> There are a few cases where you might not: the company has some sort of flight pass. <S> Some of those passes accrue mil...	If the fare earns miles, you'll be the one who earns them.
Are the backpacks with ventilation mesh convenient for backpacking? I did not find any official name for those backpacks, but they are characterized by a curved steel frame and a mesh, that allow good ventilation. Deuter sells them in their "Futura" line. The advantage of those packs is that they are ultra comfortable,...	Those backpacks are very comfortable and they help to reduce the back sweating we all have experienced during long trips.
What's a "trip kitty"? On some organized tour operator's sites, I see tour prices listed with a +amount labelled as " kitty " or " trip kitty " like this one. What is a "trip kitty"? <Q> From the FAQ of that tour operator : <S> What trips may have a kitty and what is it? <S> On some of our Overland and Basix tri...	It helps fund accommodation, camp meals or activities for the entire group.
How much to pay for hiring marshrutka in Ukraine? I was in Ukrainian mountains with the group and the marshrutka was hired in Lviv to transport us directly into Carpathian Mountains. This was very convenient and I've heard also it was quite cheap, however, I've not asked how much it cost. Now I want to organize such...	When I asked a taxi company for a small bus they listed 5 hryvnas/km for the whole 7-seats bus.
Must see places while going through Germany (middle section) I have asked the very same question about Belgium. I really liked the answers I got from Must see places while going through Belgium Edit: I will be traveling by car from Baltics to Netherlands or Belgium with a group of 6 people, ages varies from 20 - 50....	The Landschaftspark in Duisburg is an outstanding place on the industrial route. If you are interested, you can can pay a visit to the technical museum in Sinsheim .
Climate in Peru in September My girlfriend and I want to travel in South America in September, and we were thinking Peru. How is the climate in Peru's interest points this time of year? What will we wear there? And also, if we're lazy and don't want to sleep outside in a sleeping bag, can we still enjoy our trip? <Q>...	In general because it can be hot in the day and cold at night layers are good. The weather in Lima is much more regulated.
Getting to Barrow, Alaska overland I would like to drive to Barrow, Alaska . Mainly because it is the northernmost inhabited place still on the north American continent. However, I understand there are no regular roads going to the place. Although the normal way of getting there is by either airplane (in winter) or s...	Unfortunately, according to Wikitravel's entry : With the exception of an annual summer barge service, Barrow is a fly-in-only city. I don't see how you could possibly expect to get there via any wheeled vehicle, frankly.
What is ticket reconfirmation and why does it exist? I have never personally had to reconfirm the ticket, but have read that in some case you can lose a place on a flight, even if you paid for it! Where does the idea of ticket reconfirmation comes from? How to find out that you are required to reconfirm the ticket? Do...	, reconfirmation existed as a way of both the airline and the passenger being able to confirm that the tickets were all correctly issued and paid for, thus reducing the chances of problems occurring with a passenger turning up at the airport for a flight when the airline had no record of them.
Cockroaches: What can be done about them? Personally, I have not encountered cockroaches, but I wish to know how to deal them if I do. Are there any health concerns related to them? Are they in the habit of sneaking into your bed or luggage? Is shaking your boots in the morning the only thing you have to do about them?...	There are health concerns, mostly related to the fact that they can carry infection on their feet and mouth parts as they will walk through all sorts of substances you would not want in your mouth, so cleaning food preparation or serving surfaces is recommended. Virtually nothing helps once they are present, the best y...
Where should I carry food when crossing national borders -- checked luggage or carry-on? According to this USDA document I'm allowed to bring certain foods (for personal use) into the US from other countries but I have to declare them. For dried fruits it says "INSPECT AND RELEASE". Where should I carry these items...	Customs/quarantine checks happen after collecting your checked luggage so fucnctionally it should not matter.
How can you prevent other people from tampering with your flight ticket if they somehow get access to your confirmation code? How can you prevent other people from tampering with your flight ticket if they somehow get access to your confirmation code?Of course, keeping the confirmation code secret is the most impor...	Otherwise, about all you can do is try and keep your confirmation number to yourself, and keep an eye on the reservation to make sure that nothing changes.
What's the cheapest way to travel from the airport to my hotel in Dublin, Ireland? I'm flying into Dublin early on a sunday morning, and I just wanted to know if I can travel from the airport to the Dun Laoghaire Harbor area without having to use a taxi. Bus? Metro? Any other alternatives? <Q> Those pages are well out...	The airport is serviced by buses (41, 41a, 41b, 41c) which will take you into the city centre where you can transfer onto a bus to Dun Laoghaire.
How do I minimize the chances of TSA agents confisticating liquids larger than 3 ounces? I know as a fact that I've gotten liquids larger than 3 ounces through the TSA scanner systems (such as sunscreen). I was scolded one time for bringing a shampoo container, but I was still ultimately allowed to bring that container...	For the most part, the 3.4oz rule isn't strictly enforced, in the sense that they don't normally physically check ever single container you have to make sure that it's less than 3.4oz. I've been using Crest toothpaste that comes in a blue plastic flip-top bottle that is 5 or 6 ounces. The best way for TSA agents (or an...
What do hotels (in the US) do to control and erradicate bed bugs? How good are they? Related to this question . I've moved into a telecommuting position that requires me to travel to the worksite once or twice a month and stay in a hotel. One of the things I'm paranoid about is staying at hotels that may have had bedb...	Probably the best answer would be to your concern about previous bed bug infestations - I've found http://bedbugregistry.com/ to be quite good at providing information on hotels who have had this issue.
Why is there a 'secret carrier' option for a flight? When searching for a flight on kayak.com (not for me, I don't fly business), it shows a "Secret Carrier" option. What gives? Why are they unable to tell us even the code-share partner? What if you want to use miles? How does the travel agent know who they're book...	Business travelers will generally avoid these options due to the lack of flexibility - they normally want to travel with a specific airline, and they normally want to know the exact times they will be traveling.
How difficult is it to eat and drink during ramadan in Thailand and Malaysia? Next month I'll visit Thailand and (maybe) Malaysia. From 19th july to 20th august muslim countries celebrate the ramadan. When we were in Egypt, we didn't perceive that we were in ramadan, but in Dubai we had a lot of problems to eat or drin...	I have lived here for years and the average Thai would not even know what Ramadan is - or at least would not think it concerns them in any way.
How to go from Bangkok airport to Khao San? What are my options to go from Bangkok airport to Khao San Road? And what are the expected prices for this? <Q> The simplest and cheapest way to get to Khao San Road from Suvarnabhumi Airport is to take the Airport Rail Link (ARL) <S> City Line train to Makkasan Station (20 m...	The cheapest option is to take the free shuttle bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to the Public Bus Interchange. To get from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport into town, you could typically take the Airport Express Link or the standard train lines.
Can US cards be used in countries with chip-and-pin systems? I'll be visiting the UK in a few weeks, and I understand that the UK credit/debit card system works on a "chip-and-pin" system. As far as I can ascertain via Google, US cards don't have this system on them. I've also read on some websites that certain readers...	There are automatic vending machines that may require a card with a chip.
Is there another way to book train tickets from outside France/Netherlands? In the last two days I've tried to buy a train ticket from Rocamadour (France) to Amsterdam on the scnf-voyages.com website. It doesn't work. The website gives the following error message: Suite à une erreur technique, nous vous invitons à ré...	Get the Rocamadour–Paris ticket from SNCF (that should work) and shop around for the Paris–Amsterdam ticket (SNCF, Thalys and NS might have different quotas for cheaper advanced bookings).
Need some advice from the pros about interrailing around Europe! I am going interrailing with two of my friends (all of us are 21 years old and male- if that helps?) from the end of July to mid August. We are getting the 22 day global pass and are actually starting in Barcelona as we have got cheap flights to get there...	It simply, and obviously, depends on what you want to spend your money on.
Last minute reservation of hostels in France I've arranged a inter rail, with couch surfing as solution to sleep in the night. Lets say I have an inconvenient, and I need to reserve a hostel on the same day for the night: is it easy to find a room in August in any city/town in France (except for Paris, I'm not going t...	Another option is to ask for selfcatering accomodation called "gites". Almost always you will see a sign saying "chambre d'hotes" when you enter almost any (if not all) French villages.
Finding if a medicine is available in India I`m going to travel to India and would like to know if I will be able to purchase specific medication there. Is there an official site or similar indicating what remedies are available at India? Also, do some medicines require prescription for purchase there? The medicine t...	As for whether you need a prescription, it'll be easier if you have one - either from a doctor there, or even better, initially, from a doctor in the UK - as some pharmacies will accept drug purchases without out (more likely outside Delhi), whereas others will insist on you having a prescription.
Is it easy to get prepaid SIMs in the US/Canada? I'll be travelling in a family party to the east coast of the US and Canada and, as most people know, travelling in a party means you often need to keep in contact when seeing different things and trying to meet up, etc. We were wondering if it's easy to get prepaid SIM...	It's easy enough to acquire SIM cards - you go to a shop and buy one over the counter. The US and Canada are two different countries, and as such, has different providers for internet, cellphones and data connections. I found it tricky at first in Canada, but I feel that's because I dealt with an unhelpful Rogers staff...
Where can I visit the most northerly Australian fauna in the world? In Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido, Japan (43.768533,142.482717), I saw a pair of emus. Are they the northernmost Australian fauna in the world, or is there a place even further north that has distinctly Australian fauna? Criteria: Can be in the wild or ...	According to Wikipedia, Ranua, Lapland has the northernmost zoo in the world (65°56′32″N).
What it the best method to protect from midges in Scotland? I will be visiting Scotland next month, and I have been told over and over again to be particularly watchful for midges . They're annoying and they bite a lot! Can anyone recommend any good repellents or other methods/remedies to avoid being attacked by thos...	Smidge is an insect repellent that protects against the particular Scottish strand of midge.
How rigorous are Amtrak in enforcing luggage rules? Looking at Amtrak trains between NY and Boston, I found that all had "no checked luggage" save for a midnight train (less than ideal for a relaxing vacation). Looking at this reference , it's not really that restrictive as you can take bags on to the train. My ques...	Provided you are carrying only one large bag, and provided you are carrying it yourself and can place it on the overhead rack without assistance, a slightly oversized rucksack as you describe is unlikely to bring you grief, especially if the train is not completely full.
What are the options for a prepaid SIM card in Germany? I'll be staying in Berlin for one month and I have an unlocked iPhone (GSM) that I'd like to use while I'm here. What are my choices for SIM cards and packages that include data? <Q> This wiki is a very good source of info: <S> http://www.prepaid-wiki.de/ <S> ...	You can buy for instance the 3 GB German data SIM card from Beachsim here .
Travelling from London to Italy's Amalfi Coast. Better to fly or take the train? Is it cheaper to fly to Naples and take the train from there? How is the Euro rail experience from London to Italy? Would there be a lot of train transfers? Also, if anyone has a recommendation for what we should do in either area please l...	You can take a ferry from Naples to Sorrento, and then Sorrento to other Amalfi towns. I would personally recommend taking the train - it means you can see the landscape change as you travel south, rather than bypassing it in the plane (also taking the train is lower carbon so better for the environment).
Is it possible to book an hotel being a minor? I've been in Morocco nearly a month, and it will soon be time for my return. During my stay here, checking into hotel rooms hasn't been an issue, but businesses aren't nearly as lenient about that sort of thing in America. I have a day layover in Newark, and I'm trying to ...	However, in the U.S. one is typically only required to present a credit card (but no photo ID) in order to check in. Call or email hotels and try to get it settled and booked in advance.
Is it feasible to travel daily from Gavà to Barcelona? We are planning a 5 day trip to Barcelona and due to a limited budget we were thinking of staying in Gavà and then travelling to Barcelona, practically every morning. Do you consider this as feasible ? Is Gavà included in the Barcelona Card ? Or do you recommend a ...	I'd be surprised if you couldn't find somewhere in Barcelona to stay which works out the same price as commuting from Gavà. If you plan to travel during the morning in Barcelona - I wouldn't rent a car (like others suggested here), it's pointless and you can travel quite easily by train or bus.
Is there any interesting place to stop between Siem Reap and Bangkok? Travel from Siem Reap (Cambodia) to Bangkok (Thailand) could take you the whole day (by bus/train). I'm wondering if there is any sightseeing between Siem Reap and Bangkok where I can stop, sleep one night and then continue my travel. The idea is spl...	There are plenty of places in Thailand that are nice enough to stay for a day.
Where can I see this Darth Vader church? Recently, I saw a picture that shows a Darth Vader bust: It seems to be a church or something similar. For me it looks like a big fake, but my friend swears that this is not photoshopped. Therefore, I would like to know where I can see this Darth Vader bust in reality. Where d...	The Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC - where Star Wars villain’s sculpted image sits next to a raccoon 200ft up America’s national house of prayer.
First week of August in Scotland : What kind of clothes to pack? In a couple of weeks I will be going to Edinburgh, Scotland. I've been told that the weather is very unpredictable throughout the year. Can you suggest what I should pack as regards clothes? <Q> I frequently go to Edinburgh for a few weeks till the end of...	A light waterproof jacket is a better idea than an umbrella since Edinburgh is often windy - which is also the reason why I recommended thin trousers rather than shorts, and a thin jumper as an extra layer.
Is it possible to drive to Hawaii? I know there aren't any roads across the Pacific, obviously.But is there any possible way to drive a car to Hawaii? Let's say you were attempting to drive to all 50 states in the U.S., is there a not too difficult way to get that same vehicle over to Hawaii? <Q> According to Wikitra...	Have the boat sail to Hawaii with your car on it.
Is it legal to drive in the nude in the USA (specifically Kansas)? I was browsing the local Craigslist Rideshare section, looking for someone to tag along on an upcoming road trip when I came across this post: I am a nudist that will be travelling, in the buff, west on I70 to Denver and then N to Cheyenne and then we...	In general, if you are driving naked and no one can see you, then there is no violation of law. Be sure and check your local laws to be certain. But generally Kansas being a fairly conservative state I would say you are likely to get cited for public indecency if you get stopped or have to get out of the car (
Is there a web-application that provides the ability for interested people on the ground to "stalk" a flight? I am about to emigrate to Australia. There are a number of people interested in tracking the status of my transit across the pacific. Is there an online application that will serve to highlight the route, iden...	Like FlightRadar24 and Flightwise, FlightAware provides information about flights in progress such as geographic coordinates, radar track, and current speed an altitude.
Why are there no road maps for Iceland for my TomTom device? Today, I tried to update the maps on my TomTom device with a road map of Iceland. For that I navigated to the online shop . Unfortunately, I couldn't find there any road map from Iceland. On the other hand there are maps of the Canary Islands, and other rem...	Although other answers are valid, the driving reason is that there isn't the demand. TomTom use "TeleAtlas" maps, and in fact they actually bought TeleAtlas several years ago.
Are there offline maps for WiFI locations while traveling I am an avid user of fon and if fon is not available use Skype out to get connected, with my Wifi-only iPad. The only problem is to locate the closest Wifi point. It is a chicken-egg problem. You need Internet access to find Internet access. Is there an ap...	Wi-Fi Finder for iPhone
Cheap bus lines in Germany, something like Orangeways? Are there any cheap bus lines inside Germany? Something like Orangeways ? I've checked Deutsche Bahn cost for transport from Berlin to München and I was shocked with the price about 100 Euro. By Orangeways similar distance costs about 20 Euro... Is there any oper...	It is definitely possible to find train tickets for less than 100 EUR between Munich and Berlin.
Where to go in Australia when traveling with (small) children We would like to go to Australia. For now our desire is "just" Australia, although we are fully aware of the size of the country. We would be traveling in our summer holiday (July-August) What is the best region to go to in Australia with small (3-4 years)...	If you want something "uniquely Australian", northern Queensland around Cairns has the reef and rainforest experience as well as plenty of tourist-focused activities. 3-4 years old is too young for snorkling unless they and you are very comfortable in the water. Travel down the East Coast from Brisbane to Sydney (about...
How to get to Ljubljana (Slovenia) from Trieste (Italy) by Train? My Italian part of my trip is almost over; currently enjoying Trieste. I have been using the train around Italy but when I checked the Trenitalia website to see if a train left from Trieste to Ljubljana it says it does not know of any trains? This does...	I was not able to find train connection but on the pages of the central bus station in Ljubljana you can find buses that go to Trieste (local name in Slovenian: Trst). A new twice-daily regional train started running between Trieste & Ljubljana from 9 September 2018, restoring rail travel between Italy and Slovenia aft...
How long is a typical CouchSurfing stay? When you are staying with a CouchSurfing host, what is a typical stay duration? Is CS intended for short (1- or 2-night) trips, or is it not unusual to stay for a whole week or longer? If I am planning an extended stay (several weeks or even months), is it customary to plan ...	CS is "intended" for both short and long stays (the host can freely decide), and very long stays are not unheard of, but I agree with the other answers that 2 to 3 nights is the most typical.
Where to exchange US dollars in Peru? US dollars are very popular currency in Peru. Even salary was paid in USD instead of Peruvian soles (probably because of inflation). What is the best way/place to change dollars to soles? <Q> Although the official currency of Peru is sol , US dollars are widely accepted in many p...	From street moneychangers - there are people in most cities, they wear blue vests with euro and dollar signs, and they are licensed money changers.
How can I participate in group travel? Are there any online resources that help in organizing group travels? Perhaps a site with a bunch of trips that people can join and if they join they are going to travel with the company of new people who have booked the same trip. In other words a vacation which allows you to me...	A popular company that does this is Intrepid Travel .
Peacock feather a prohibited item? I'm spending the summer in London and recently took a trip to Kew to visit the botanical gardens. While there I found a beautiful peacock feather that a friend of mine back in the US would love. However, I'm concerned that it would cause an issue at Gatwick when I return home. Are bir...	I've come across the US Customs regulations on Prohibited and Restricted Items - Fish and Wildlife - and indeed, you need to declare feathers.
Can I go from Paris to London by train on a one-day trip? Next vacations(febuary 2013) I will stay 3 days on Paris with other 3 people. One day on Louvre, next day on city and another one... is still a doubt... We are wondering about going to London from Paris on morning, spend the day on London city and returning back...	it is certainly feasible to make a day trip to Paris from London.
How many hours should I consider allowing to visit Suomenlinna and Seurasaari islands? I'm planning a trip to Helsinki (a quick trip indeed, just one day and a half) and I don't want to miss some spots like the Suomenlinna island (the only UNESCO site in the zone) and the Seurasaari island (the open-air museum). Does ...	You can easily spend a whole day on Suomenlinna.

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