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Where can I find an overview about concerts in Toronto, Montreal and New York? I'm looking for a site that lists all of the big concerts that take place during August and September in Toronto, New York and Montreal. Is there anything like that? <Q> Especially for large cities like New York, Toronto, and Montreal it wi...	While there are many dedicated and local sites that you can find for concert listings, I find that Last.fm's Events section usually has everything .
Do I have to buy my travel insurance in the UK? If I live in UK and it is a member of the EU, do I have to buy my travel insurance from a UK insurance company or can I buy it from an insurance company in another EU member country? <Q> In most cases however, only people who have been resident in a country for a certain ...	The answer for this really depends on what the policy wording is for any insurance provider.
Kindle version of WikiTravel? Is everyone's favorite open content travel guide, WikiTravel , available in some sort of Kindle / off-line format? Since I'll be travelling around, I won't have internet access. However I do have a kindle, so is there anyway to put wikitravel pages for areas I'll be visiting on my kindle ...	As you are asking not only for a kindle version, but also other sorts of offline version, I'd like to point out the Kiwix reader for Wikivoyage.
Visa run to Malaysia from Thailand I'm in Thailand right now. My original plans were to go to Laos and/or Cambodia, but now these plans have changed and I'll only visit Thailand. I need to do a visa run as explained here and the only country I can visit without paying a visa fee or an expensive air ticket is Malaysia...	When you're in Krabi or Phuket, go to a travel agent and ask about doing the visa run to Malaysia and they'll show you your options + prices, but again I'd recommend Penang so you can get a 90-day visa (if desired).
What are the mobile plan options for a short-term (6 month) visit to the UK? I am starting an internship in London starting October and was wondering what the options for a short-term mobile plan in the UK are. I use an iPhone so a data plan would be nice but not necessary. <Q> http://www.o2.co.uk/tariffs/payandgo <S...	The "Text & Web" tariff from O2 Pay as you Go might be a good option for you. It's not a well publicised network, but a cheap one for PAYG (with unlimited data) is Giffgaff .
Travel from South East Asia to Europe by land Does anyone have experience or know about travelling from South East Asia to Europe, all by land? I'd be happy to catch a quick flight here and there but would prefer to do the entire trip by land. I really don't know much about making the trip and would love to receive so...	I think the Transsiberian has a route linking Moscow to Beijing. This depends on your nationality, your taste for adventure and how much time you have.
Can I buy a prepaid mobile data plan while on route in France? I will be driving through France soon and would like to have a local prepaid sim with data capabilities. I found a very interesting sollution in the French Connection , but I need a French delivery address. I don't have that on such a short notice, so I am...	The major prepaid carriers have SIMs and their stores are everywhere in Paris.
Traveling to Sulina (Romania) by car This year I'm travelling to Romania and I would like to visit Sulina city in Danube Delta. Google maps doesn't find any direction to travel there by a car. Is it possible to get there by car or the only way is to use ship (according to the map)? <Q> Bing Maps shows a route to Sulin...	The Sulina article on English Wikipedia says Sulina is only reachable by boat There are a few cars in Sulina but just for moving things around, from the docks to the shops or getting from the town to the beach.
Travelling to South Africa - Questions about Cash, Travellers Cheques and Credit Cards I am a Canadian travelling to South Africa for two weeks. My flights, rental car and hotels are pre-paid. Obviously I'll want to have some money to spend on food, entertainment and unforeseen costs while I'm there. My question i...	I live in South Africa and Visa & MasterCards are accepted here. I personally tried not to keep too much cash on me.
Windsurfing in Switzerland (or nearby areas) What are the recommendations, options, possibilities for windsurfing in Switzerland? I'm especially interested in Zurich and places with nice transport connections. Feel free to write about Windsurfing or recommendations in other areas, as I'd love to make this question as...	Lake Geneva is also very popular especially when the east wind is blowing (a strong wind called bise in French).
How to travel if you are stateless? After reading this question few questions popped up in my head. I know what a stateless person is after I read this wikipedia page but I could not find how do stateless people travel? if stateless people have no nationality then logically they have no passport.. if they do not ha...	Many countries issue travel documents to people resident there who are either 1) stateless, or 2) unable to get a passport from their country of nationality.
Is there an online community to find travel partners (for mountains, sightseeing etc.)? Is there an online community to find travel partners for mountain trekking or sightseeing, or anything else? I don't want to travel to foreign mountains alone, but I don't know where to search for company. There's a great community...	I second meetup.com as a viable source though the quality of what you find in each city varies a lot.
Are there any ATM fees within the Euro zone? I am about to travel in Europe within some euro zone countries. Also, I am from a euro zone country (still) and all my bank accounts are in euro. I have debit and credit Visa and Maestro cards. My question is, if there is any kind of fee that I must pay to withdraw money f...	In general, when using your card abroad you get charged (some) of the following fees Currency exchange fee
Search engine of Italian buses Is there one search engine of scheduled buses in Italy, where I can search timetables of any bus company? Or, if not all of them, at least significant number of companies. <Q> Milano ATM <S> Rome local buses: Roma ATAC <S> Florence <S> local buses: Firenze ATAF Bologna <S> l...	Every city has its own local bus company with timetables and lines: Milan local buses: Italy is also covered by Google transit .
What are some non-Indian and non-Middle Eastern Sufi destinations around the world? What are some Sufi destinations around the world where Sufi dervishes live, like Buddhist monks, in a group? Are there Sufi destinations in Turkey, China, Russia, Europe or any other part of the world that would be in a peaceful and wa...	One lesser-visited site in Turkey with connections to sufism is the shrine to the mystic Hacı Bektaş Veli in the town of Hacıbektaş in the province of Nevşehir (close to Cappadocia).
Is a suitable power adapter for UK also usable for Canada and USA? I have a power adapter that works for Great Britain. Can I use the same adapter in Canada and/or the USA too? <Q> No, you can't. <S> They're different types of adapters. <S> What I do when I need confirmation is to check this website: <S> http://...	People in the UK need to buy an adapter to get US or other plugs to work in the UK.
One month in Vietnam I have just started planning for a month in Vietnam some time this or next year? The following are the questions I have so far: Which is the best month to go to Vietnam? Are there any months I should avoid due to weather conditions such as monsoons? I would like to start from the north and work...	Feb to april is the best time to visit Viet Nam. If you can, get to Hoi An on Tet holiday as you can see the true local event. However, it seems that the best time to go lies between november and march, no matter where you are.
Can you visit the Palace of Mysore, as a day trip by train from Bangalore? Visa permitting, I'm going to be off to Bangalore soon for work. Due to the way airline pricing works, I'm going to be spending a weekend there as part of the trip (it's a hard life...). Armed with a guidebook, I've been trying to work out what'...	You can easily visit Mysore Palace in one day and travel back to Bangalore. Be sure to catch the musical fountains while there.
Do I need Canadian currency for a brief visit to Winnipeg, MB? I know that in some Canadian cities, US dollars are accepted pretty freely, but this is my first visit to Winnipeg; I expect to be using a credit card for almost everything, but may need cash for taxi fare, snacks, etc. Can I get by with USD? <Q> I've live...	In larger cities (i.e. Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver), USD is sometimes acceptable at shops near the airport or in tourist areas, although you won't get a good rate.
Are there any airlines that offer WLAN? Today I had a really long flight. A friend of mine mentioned before that there will be WLAN (wifi) on board of this airline on long-haul flight. I couldn't really believe it and indeed, there was no Internet accessible. However, I wonder if there is any airline that offers WLAN ...	On February 5, 2012 Frontier Airlines announced that it had equipped all of its Embraer E190 aircraft with Gogo to begin service on February 6, 2012.
Cheapest way to go from San Francisco to Los Angeles? I will visit San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas next winter and I will have 15 days to visit the 3 cities, which one is the best option to visit and connect the cities: Rent a Motorhome Rent a car and sleep in hostel Connect the 3 cities by bus and sleep i...	Almost certainly the bus + hostel option will be cheapest, however don't rule out the possibility of flying - it won't be cheaper, but it will save you a lot of time. Amtrak has routes between these cities, and especially for San Francisco/Los Angeles
Is it worth booking Amtrak in advance? Do Amtrak prices vary depending on how far in advance you book them, or are they the same price up until the day of travel? <Q> Amtrak does practice yield management, although it is not nearly as sophisticated as the airlines in this regard. <S> Fares will increase closer to the d...	Yes, it is worth purchasing Amtrak tickets as early as possible.
Traveling between US and Canada with expired US passport but valid EU passport I need to travel to Canada from the US ASAP but my US passport is expired. I do have a valid EU passport. Will I be able to get in and out of the country no problem? <Q> As long as you have proof that you'll be exiting (a bus or plane ticke...	You will have no trouble entering or leaving Canada on your EU passport (although it may depend on the EU country as to whether you need a visa or not) You will need to carry something that proves you have the right to reside in the US.
What is the most affordable tropical getaway from Seattle? I'm looking to plan a 4-5 day trip at the end of March to get away from the cold and relax. I've just moved to Seattle from the East Coast where there are a ton of options for this sort of excursion, but I'm not familiar with the West Coast. Is Hawaii the best ...	Alaska (often codeshared with Delta) and Hawaiian both have nonstop service from Seattle to Honolulu. Also if you're looking for a resort-type vacation, there are some nice places in the Southwest where you would probably get more hotel for your money than some other destinations.
How to get to Patagonia from Buenos Aires? I'm heading to Buenos Aires in a week and would like to get to Patagonia and back in 12 days. I assume I've got to get down to El Calafate and from there we can organize trekking and visit the Perito Moreno glacier. I'm on a budget, and it seems like flying and taking the bu...	I think everyone should take at least one long-distance bus trip while in Argentina, but spending big part of your 12 days in buses probably isn't optimal. For Puerto Madryn - El Calafate, Andesmar seems to be the only option with one daily bus; AR$ 835 (cama ejecutivo) or AR$ 950 (cama suite).
Paying by credit card while overseas cheaper in US dollars or in the local currency? Recently I had to pay for a hotel in a foreign country using credit card, and the guy at the hotel asked me if I wanted the bill to be paid in the local currency or in US dollars. I didn't even know I had this option. Which currency s...	If the country you are traveling through faces major inflation of its currency, it might be worth paying in local currency (if they allow you to).
Layover at Narita, Japan. Do I need a transit visa? I will be transferring between two international flights at Tokyo Narita airport. I'm scheduled to depart the same day I arrive. I am planning to stay within the airport during the layover. Does anyone know if I will require a transit visa at Narita? <Q> Anyway, there...	No visa is required for transiting in Japanese airports if you have immediate flight connections regardless of nationality.
Are swimming costumes required for hot springs in New Zealand? In New Zealand, are swimming costumes (or towels) required, optional, or forbidden in hot springs? I'm not planning on going there myself, but would like to be able to tell Japanese people what to expect. If some hot springs tend to cater more towards Japa...	Japanese-themed and Japanese-operated Maruia Springs on the spine of the South Island has a Japanese-style public bathhouse where swimwear is optional:
What to do when you can't print your boarding pass? I just use web checkin for my flight tomorrow. After that I should have printed my boarding pass. However, I realised that this is not possible. So what can I do now? I have already checked in, but no boarding pass. Is there any way to print that again at the airport?...	Many of the major airlines do have self-service checkin machines at the airport.
Where can I get definitive success rate statistics for Kilimanjaro trekking operators? I'm thinking of attempting Kilimanjaro and have read on operator websites that the park authority keep success rate statistics for Kilimanjaro trekking operators. These are apparently based on questions asked at exit gates from the p...	While I can't (yet) find a central list of success rates, numerous operators boast theirs on their websites. The best I can find for stats is from Team Kilimanjaro , who have a comprehensive discussion of the misleading statistics out there, and why you should choose the route you choose, and what counts as a 'success'...
Do I need a visa to go to Canada from America if I have a Green Card? I am planning to drive to Niagara Falls to see it from the Canadian side. I have heard good things about seeing it from the other side. So, I want to stay in Toronto for a day, see Niagara Falls and come back. I have a green card, and, my wife is ...	If you are a green card holder you do not need to get a visa to visit Canada.
How to get from Wroclaw airport to the main train station? I am landing at 22:40 and I wanna ask if there is some night bus going to the main train station (Wrocław Główny)? My train is going at 5:00 at the morning, so I have time. <Q> Your last bus 406 is at 11.14 p.m. <S> do not miss this bus because this is theoret...	There is also a night bus 249 .
Cellular Internet in Iceland? Is it possible to purchase a pre-paid SIM card that with cellular Internet access in Iceland ?If so, in what parts of Iceland can I expect coverage ? <Q> Vodafone Iceland has this option: buy a prepaid card for 1000 ISK (~$8), and use 500 ISK from this credit to receive a 300 MB data pack....	You can say that you have at least GSM nearly all over the island.
What's the travel insurance definition of a war zone? Some travel insurance companies have clauses stating that they won't insure travel to a war zone. What's their definition of this? The best I could find was Wiki's list of ongoing military conflicts , but that includes places like Colombia, India, Peru, and Sou...	Bottom line - I would look in the policy for a specific definition, and ask the insurance agent if I can't find it.
Importance of hotel location in Cape Town if you have a car We will be visiting Cape Town, South Africa for a week, and on the recommendation of several friends who have been there before we are renting a car. Having a car limits us to hotels that have parking which are typically more distant from the famous Long Stre...	There is a lot of street parking near Long Street and in most other areas of Cape Town that have busy nightlife. One thing you might want to consider is what kind of parking your backpackers or hotel will provide.
Is there any common website for Spanish intercity bus timetables? As I wrote in an answer some time ago , there are, in my opinion, very good bus connections in Andalusia (and elsewhere in Spain). But I don't know of a single site where you could easily check the routes, schedules, and prices for any intercity bus...	I came across a site called AAutobuses.com . If Movelia works for some route (e.g. Logroño - Bilbao), then the information provided is more complete (= includes price, etc) than that of AAutobuses.
US Roadtrip: book hotels long in advance, short notice or day itself We're planning to do a roadtrip during may 2013 in southwestern USA. I'm wondering what's best way (read cheap without too much hassle) to book our hotels/motels for the trip? A few dollars more or less isn't an issue (so I'm not gonna check the rates...	Smaller cities: if you find a good rate a month before, go for it and avoid spending a fair share of your trip looking for the small hotel bargains you might have.
Is there a difference between green traffic lights and blinking green traffic lights? At the moment, I'm driving around in Québec. I've noticed that the green traffic light can be blinking or constant. I assumed that I'm allowed to drive in both situations. However, is there any difference? My first guess was that the ...	In Québec, a flashing green traffic light means that no cross-traffic can go, even the traffic on the same road coming from the other direction has a red light.
What is the difference between "Gazole" and "Diesel" in France? I am driving a car with a Diesel engine. I always thought that "Gazole" and "Diesel" were synonymous to each other, only to drive in a gas station which mentioned both terms, as in "Gazole" and "Diesel extra". This made me wonder if there is a difference...	Gazole and Diesel are synonyms.
Step-down transformer that actually works? I've gone through a couple of step-down transformers (220v → 110v) over the course of my travels. Each one I've purchased doesn't quite work as advertised; usually, the output voltage is still too much, and I end up frying one of my electronic devices! For instance, during a...	The transformer must be configured properly: Most transformers can step down or up and need some adapters for the proper plugs at both ends.
How to get to Mythbusters' duct tape island After watching the Duct tape island episode of the MythBusters show I was totally in love with that uninhabited island. They say it is in Hawaii but no more details. Whats the name of that island? if it has one! Is there a way to actually get to it and spend a night or...	It is most certainly not an 'uninhabited island", and even has a Resort
Will I be able to enter South Korea as a tourist with a one-way ticket and no ticket home yet? I've been to South Korea a few times already and always enjoy it but I've always had an onward ticket before. Now I need to fly home from a trip that's lasted over a year, but I still want to take my time and keep my options...	If all else fails, it’s quite possible (for my fellow Americans anyway) to fedex your passport and visa documents to a visa courier company in the US and they can apply for it for you there.
Can I buy a SIM card in Germany for a short duration? I will be travelling to Germany for 9 days and I need a SIM card there as soon as I arrive at Frankfurt Airport. I can take a SIM from India with international roaming activated but that option seems very costly. Is there a way to get a prepaid SIM in Frankfurt (pr...	Get one of those phone cards where you call a special number and you have much better rates ("calling cards", see comments); the area around the Main Train station in Frankfurt should have shops who sell those cards.
Things to do in Wailea, Maui when you don't have a car My boyfriend and I are trying to conserve money while on vacation in Maui and weren't planning on renting a car. Are there things to do in Wailea that are walking distance (or bus transportation)? <Q> If you enjoy golfing, the Old Blue golf course is a championshi...	You can also rent a bike while on Maui or take the Maui Bus.
Are there any women-only places in the world? It looks like reports of a women-only city in Saudi Arabia are greatly exaggerated . But are there any other places in the world where the population is entirely or almost entirely female? The place doesn't have to be particularly large, but there has to be a cause of it ...	An entirely different possibility: in some poorer countries like Armenia , a large percentage of the men seek work abroad while the women stay at home, which can result in villages being almost entirely populated by women.
Can Westerners use the free Wi-Fi at Guangzhou international airport? My route home at the end of my trip will have me on a 4-hour connection at Guangzhou airport in China. I've read online that it's an unpleasant airport but it would be more bearable if I knew I would have free Wi-Fi access and electricity there. I ...	In this case, I looked up Guangzhou on foursquare and it appears that several people have reported using free wifi at the Oak Tree Cafe in the airport.
What are prepaid SIM card options for data in the UK? I need to buy a prepaid SIM card with internet connection in London just for 6 days. Any suggestion and prices? <Q> Finally I got a 3 ( http://three.co.uk ) SIM for 1 pound and unlimited traffic data for 15 pounds. <S> You can get a 10 pounds - 500Mb plan too. ...	I just got back from an extended trip to London and had good luck with a Three pay as you go SIM plan.
Rooftop bar in Manhattan? Currently I'm in New York. I'm looking for a rooftop bar that provides a great overview about Manhattan, but is still affordable. (20 dollar for cocktail at maximum.) Additionally, I want to go there wearing jeans and a t-shirt, so nothing too fancy. <Q> I don't recall any bars in NYC having...	The rooftop bar at Hotel Metro in midtown is unpretentious, cheap (by midtown standards), and gives you a pretty spectacular view of the Empire State building, though not a lot more (since you're more or less surrounded by tall buildings).
Light Shows in Europe Any recommendations on light, fire, illuminated art, etc. shows in Europe that are at least as impressive as Lyon's Fête des lumières ? ( images , more ) I'm after impressive city-wide-ish shows, not simple laser shows on the side of only one building. I'd slightly prefer fall stuff, but whe...	Maybe Cannes's pyrotechnical festival : It's fireworks that are particularly sophisticated, the place is usually crowded so it's probably good.
Does Colombia require proof of onward travel? I will be flying into Medellín within the next few weeks. I purchased a one-way ticket, as I will be flying to Asunción after I leave Colombia. I'm not 100% sure which city I will be flying out of, however, so I haven't purchased my ticket for Paraguay yet. Will I be req...	However from experience, almost any country 'might' ask you for onward travel, and they seem more likely to ask at airports - as allowing someone into another country without an exit strategy, or allowing you into their country without a way out can lead to someone getting fined (an airline, for example).
Mitfahrzentrale-style website for Norway? Does anyone know a Mitfahrzentrale-style website for Norway, for planned hitch-hiking? I need to travel from Kiruna (Sweden) to Tromsø (Norway) on 20 December, and the first train arrives in Narvik two minutes after the last bus to Tromsø has left. Among several alternatives ...	I found this site: carpoolworld.com with Norway listings, but the community here does not seem so big as Mitfahrzentrale or Mitfahrgelegenheit (in other countries also known as Carpooling ).
10 hour over night layover in Zurich Firstly, does Zurich airport allow you to sleep over night in the departure area? (My layover is the middle of winter so I don't want to be sleeping outside.) If not, what is my cheapest option for off site accommodation? <Q> The Zurich airport does not close overnight. <S> Even t...	While others have mentioned hostels or hotels, there is another option for you at the airport - sleep rooms!
What's the highest number of countries whose borders meet at a single point? What is the maximum number of countries meeting at a single point on earth? Where is it? What are the countries? <Q> However this is generally now not believed to be true, with instead two tripoints quite close to each other marked. <S> In...	At different times in history, there has been suggested that a Quadripoint - or meeting of four countries, existed in Africa - between Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia. Amazingly, there are 157 (at least) tricountry points around the world. I'm not sure how subterranean borders work, but if a country includes the...
Resource for information on airport lounges access for non-members? I've been told sometimes you can get a club member with status to take you in as a guest. I've also had a friend tell me, for example, in Santiago (SCL) he paid $30 to get in, which for a shower, wifi, and a buffet, was totally worth it for the day he...	You could also look at Priority Pass , which gets access to multiple lounges around the world.
Do ATMs at Incheon International Aiport in South Korea have high fees or bad exchange rates At least a couple of times I've arrived from a long flight and headed to the ATM in the airport to get some local currency only to find out that the ATMs in the airport are special and will rip you off by either charging additio...	Whilst it's certainly possible that there exist some "private" ATMs in various airports that charge more, but the normal bank-operated ATMs will charge exactly the same fees and give exactly the same exchange rate through-out the country.
Where to book Indian train tickets online? I've read that trains in India are very busy and its best to book in advance. So where is the best website to book online? I've found the site www.cleartrip.com and www.makemytrip.com - both of which seem to have a straight forward website, however I found loads of reviews...	Yes, you can book Indian Railway tickets online through the official site of India Railway, i.e. https://www.irctc.co.in .
Can there be a price difference between online checkin and checking in at the airport? I've just heard that some airlines, low-cost-carriers in particular can charge a fee if you check in at the airport rather than having checked in online in advance. Is this true? Are there some airlines or airports or countries or k...	A few low-cost airlines charge extra for checking in at the airport.
Is there a way to get an idea how full a flight I've booked is likely to be prior to arriving at the airport? So I've booked a couple of flights with online travel agents based on best price alone. But it would be nice to know how full the flights could be in advance. One flight is for tomorrow so I could probably get...	Partial answer: Airlines that allow you to select seats during booking show how many seats are available, I've used this myself.
Tool to capture all my travels? Is there a tool available where all my travel can be added to a map? I'd like to find one so that I can track the time I spent on wheels or in the air and also see a nice display on a map of all the places that I have visited. <Q> A nice choice for this is TripIt . <S> It's primary pur...	Everytrail is a good choice to record a trip and display it on a map and gives you the ability to add information in every point along with photos and other stuff. TripIt is free, with a paid version available that adds additional features.
Visiting London in December - what is the weather like and where can I feel the Christmas spirit? I would like to present to my sister a journey to London.I found an economic flight around mid-December. I have two questions: What will the weather be? Do I have to expect to really cold temperature and feelings or the...	London has a lovely atmosphere around Christmas, though. I'd advise a decent waterproof jacket with a hood and reasonably waterproof shoes for puddles.
Where can I photograph fake geisha in Kyoto? I've read about tourists who go to Kyoto to get made up to look like geisha or maiko. Over half a million a year according to Foreign correspondent , and mostly Japanese, based on some makeover houses lacking English language support. Where and when is the best time to pho...	The walk up to Kiyomizu Dera is a tourist bazar, there are several 'make you up as a Geisha' places along that walk and you are likely to see the customers of those shops out prancing around.
What documents should you carry with you when travelling internationally? I actually saw this on a list of top new traveller questions, and figured it'd be a good one to have on here. Obviously with international travel, you'll need your passport, but are there any other important documents you should consider taking ...	Printed copies of my passport and visas (also electronically on my mobile and laptop) I would also recommend keeping a list of your credit and debit cards together with the phone numbers to call in case you lose them. For travel in many South American and African countries you will also need an international Certificat...
Places with unusual platform numbers I just came across platform zero at JR Kyoto station. Are there places with more exotic station numbers, such as negative numbers, fractions or complex numbers? I'm interested in places that have such numbers as a joke, and places that have it for a serious reason. <Q> It has a lugg...	It's not a real platform, but King's Cross station in London has a faux Platform 9¾ (9 and 3/4), in reference to the platform in the Harry Potter novels.
Options for cooking own food while traveling to Canada? I'm planning to travel to Canada on my own for about one month in British Columbia area, I'll be in Vancouver part of the time, and I'll want to see more of the area. I'm looking for options for making my own food, or travel with health conscious travellers so we...	On the island, in Victoria there's definitely hostels with kitchens, as well as the ones in Tofino, and there's a Samesun in Banff too, so they'll have one too.
What external batteries can I get to charge a tablet during long road trips? So there is an external battery available at on Amazon . I'm just wondering though - would this only provide around 8 hours of additional power for most tablets? Are there any options that provide more than 8 hours of additional power? I use...	As MeNoTalk mentioned in a comment, typically external chargers can charge your device multiple times (or can charge multiple devices if you're a sharer) from a fully-charged charger.
Is it possible to make last-minute reservations on the City Night Train? I'd like to take the overnight train ("City Night Line") from Germany to France in a few days. The bahn.de site shows the existence of the train, and gives a price ("from 330 EUR") but says it is too late to book this train, and doesn't give any ...	One more thing to note is that the CNL services are "Subject to compulsory reservation", which I think means that if the train is sold out then it is not possible to buy a ticket on the day (unlike lots of trains where you can buy a ticket without a reservation regardless of how many other tickets have been sold).
Do Bangladeshi citizens need a transit visa in Malaysia? I am a Bangladeshi passport holder and I am studying in Bangalore, India. On 15 October 2012 I am planning to go my country. But there are no direct flights to there. I came to India previously via Kalkuta, but I don't want to take this route this time. I am plan...	According to the Malaysian government : TRANSIT WITHOUT VISA FOR CITIZENS OF BANGLADESH, PAKISTAN, INDIA AND SRI LANKA
Options for Cooking while visiting Australia I asked a similar question about Canada and was advised to make a separate one for Australia. I'm planning to travel to Australia on my own for about one month - two months, I'll be in Melbourne area and Brisbane/Gold Coast area, that's what I have planned for now, I have n...	All backpackers I've been to in Australia have guest kitchens where you can cook your own food. It is always more fun and cheaper to eat in a group. You could also try CouchSurfing , airbnb , the "flatmate wanted" section at Gumtree or
Do hostels provide toiletries? From my experiences at hotels, I'm used to toiletries (soap, shampoo, etc.) being provided. Do hostels also provide these, or do I need to bring my own? Do hostels provide towels as well, or will I need to travel H2G2-style ? <Q> Towels are 50/50 possible, depening on country and host...	While all the hostels I've stayed in had soap in the bathroom, and they've also provided towels (some for free, some for an extra charge).
Are there any drive-in restaurants in Central Europe? I just finished a road trip through a few countries in central Europe and was wondering whether I would come across a drive-in restaurant . I didn't, but I wouldn't mind visiting one on the next trip. In Germany McDonald's used to have tons of Drive-Ins, but these...	I found a really old newspaper article about the first drive-in restaurant in Germany, opened in 1962. Even using a loose definition of Central Europe, there doesn't seem to be any other than the "Drive-thrus" you mention.
Baggage allowance of separate domestic flights with a connecting international flight? In the US, is there such a rule so that, if you are taking a domestic flight and then taking an international flight, the luggage allowance of the international flight will apply? Because it is quite possible you are taking a flight ...	American, United, and Delta have policies that state that if you are flying them and your itinerary includes an intercontinental segment (not necessarily international ), the baggage allowances and fees for the intercontinental segment apply to the entire itinerary.
Can you bring an empty water bottle with you on the plane? I know you can't bring bottled water and such with you on the plane. However, is it safe to bring an empty bottle with you to fill up later? Or do you risk losing your possibly expensive/fancy/awesome water bottle when going through security? <Q> I always have ...	Some airports even have water fountains specifically designed for filling up water bottles (where you don't have to tilt the bottle over to get water in it.)
How can I make my boots less of a nuisance in the airport? I wear boots for business wear due to some foot issues, but they can be a pain when going through airport security. Airport security often requires you to remove your shoes before you pass through the metal detector/scanners and boots cannot simply be "slipped...	They take off their boots way before reaching the security check area (or at the parking area or even home) and wear some light slippers like the ones in hotels (these won't take much space as they are extremely thin and light, some are disposable).
For fear of flying is drinking alcohol a healthier option than pills? I have a series of flights ahead of me and I have a fear of flying. I usually drink in excess prior to boarding.I drink around 0.5 litres of beer and around 3 shots of whiskey prior to boarding and drink 2 shots of whiskey an hour during the flight t...	Excessive drinking has well-documented negative effects, among them the possibility of violent behaviour that can get you into really bad trouble (as in: gigantic fines/damages, or even jail time) on a plane. Do consult a physician but as far as toxicity is concerned pills win hands down on alcohol, it's not even a clo...
Most radioactive places on earth I recently visited Iwaki, Fukushima province to visit Spa Resort Hawaiians. Partially because it sounded interesting, and partially to buck the trend of overseas tourists avoiding Fukushima province. I noticed publicly visible radiation counters while I was there. The one below, in a p...	The place with the highest natural background radiation on Earth is Ramsar, Iran , due to the presence of radioactive hot springs in the area:
Route planner with heights (for bikes) I use Google Maps to plan my bike routes inside Paris. However, it is missing height graphs of the routes (which is essential for biking). I would like such a site that would be capable of this. I may be Paris-only and in may be in French. <Q> I think what you probably want is t...	You can easily plan your tour with Google Maps or whatever tool you like and then use GPSVisualizer to genera a height chart. OpenRouteService will work anywhere there's good OSM coverage for, so you'll be fine in Paris, but you might hit the odd area in the countryside without all the off-road routes.
Website for budget hotels or hostels for Switzerland I am planning to visit Switzerland at the end of the month. My preferred places of travel are Geneva or Bern. Could you suggest some online booking websites for budget hotels or hostels? <Q> First of all, Switzerland is very very expensive, especially accommodation...	The official homepage of Bern with a dedicated accommodation section: berne.ch
Are there any flight price search engines with baggage allowance included? I am looking for a flight search engine that includes a luggage calculator in the price. I recently booked a trip and had the choice between two carriers at the time, and not feeling very stupid I chose the cheaper one. The crux is that after I...	You could use FlightFox which allows you to specify your terms (date, cities, etc) and one of the options is whether or not you have baggage.
How do I get from Brussels airport to Ghent when trains are on strike? I am landing in Brussels later today at 17.35 and was planning to continue by train to Ghent. I just learned that the trains are on strike so this option has disappeared. The strike ends at 22 so maybe it is possible to catch a train then. Are there...	Enjoy brussels during the strike For the adventurous and sportive traveler buying a bike might be a good solution.
Clarification on early-disembarkation on with a Schengen visa in alternate country I'm a Nigerian with a 3 month Schengen visa to Athens, Greece double entry. My flight is Air France route Lagos-France-Greece. Can I be stamped in at France at a port of entry before my connecting flight to Greece? Secondly, can I be a...	When flying into the Schengen zone, the first airport you visit is where you will clear immigration (have your Passport stamped).
Is it normal to have something added to the bill in a restaurant in Italy? I was in a restaurant in Rome and after I got the bill I saw that beside the regular 8€ for spaghetti I ordered there was an additional position that said: una persona 1.5€ When I asked the waiter about it he explained me that this is for the ...	It is common practice in Italy to charge for the dish on top of the dinner.
Are there any ATMs in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe that dispense USD? I know there ATMs in Harare and Bulawayo that dispense USD. What about Victoria Falls? I didn't see any in Victoria Falls last time I was there. <Q> Most other forums online indicate that now the Zimbabwean ATMs in Vic Falls dispense USD. <S> The li...	VictoriaFalls-Guide.net indicates that: Barclays Bank and several of the other banks now have ATM cash withdrawal facilities accepting Visa and Master Cards and dispensing US$ cash .
Is it possible to withdraw USD from an ATM in Nairobi, Kenya? While in Nairobi I might need to top up my supply of USD. Is it possible to get it directly from an ATM or will I need to go to a currency exchange? <Q> Yes, I have successfully withdrawn USD from KCB in Nairobi a couple of times. <S> Here is the location I ...	I found one KCB ATM (across from main post office in Nairobi) which gives you the choice to withdraw in KSH or US dollars.
Is it possible to withdraw USD from ATMs in Tanzania? I will be in the following Tanzanian towns, Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Stone Town and would like to know where I am best to replenish my stock of USD? Is it possible to withdraw USD from ATMs in Tanzania or will I need to withdraw local currency and use a currency e...	I have never come over any ATMs with dollars in Tanzania. The country is however flooded with ATMs, though the one at Kilimanjaro airport was in disrepair around two months ago, last time I passed through that airport.
Can I find suitable (and affordable) accommodation in Japan with children? Some years ago I backpacked through Japan. It is still one of the highlights of my traveling career. We are now considering going to Japan with (small) children. Based on my earlier trip I consider Kyoto to be a nice focal point for such a trip....	I would also check Airbnb, as there a lot of place listed for a variety of budgets https://www.airbnb.com/s/Japan
What is the cheapest hostel in the world? I'm asking about the cheapest bunk-bed or similar in a hostel in the world if only one traveller arrives to the hostel. <Q> To quote: <S> But, there’s a catch… <S> The $1 dorm beds are in a thatched-roof hut that is partially open to the elements. <S> It appears that you ...	Well one website did an investigation into this , and found: Garden Village Guesthouse in Siem Reap, Cambodia Which has beds for US$1 per night .
Where can I find a New Orleans rental property for a guys weekend? We're looking to balance a proximity to the French Quarter and Bourbon street with a reasonable price and comfortable accommodations. I've been searching VRBO, but the listings seem to emphasize the decor and charm of the property. I would prefer to fo...	AirBnb is great, but you also can check HomeAway.com.
Paying with Euro in Czech Republic I'm traveling to Prague and I want to know where I can pay with euros ( EUR ) and where I have to pay with Czech korunas ( CZK ). I'm going to Prague's stadium to watch a football match and I know I can buy the tickets for that with EUR , but what about freeway tolls, hostels, restau...	Most places will let you pay with Euro cash , but at an atrocious exchange rate; vending/ticket/etc.
Land transportation between Asunción, Paraguay and Santiago, Chile I just booked my flight from Asunción to Santiago, but it occurred to me that given how short of a trip it is (based on the flight time, anyway), I started wondering if I might have been able to make the journey less expensively (and with more time to e...	I don't think there is a direct bus from Santiago to Asunción, most likely you have to change in Mendoza and/or Cordoba. At the moment, Pullman del Sur offers direct connections between Santiago and Asuncion. The only real ground transport option in South America is the bus (coach).
Where can I see dolphins in central Europe, near Poland? I live in Poland and I would like to take my children to some place where we can see dolphins. There is no such place in Poland so I would like to know where they are near south-western Poland (especially in Germany or Czech Republic) and whether they are worth t...	In Germany, the Zoos of Nürnberg and Duisburg have Dolphin exhibits/shows (
Travelling with a laptop What are some tips/suggestions for travelling with a laptop through a region like South East Asia? More specifically, Thailand / Laos / Malaysia. But again, also just looking for general tips/advice. I've already got some bases covered as I'm using a MacBook Air so weight/size isn't too much...	If you're worried about your private data in your laptop, I would recommend to encrypt it. You could also use a big USB stick and backup your data as necessary.
A "Pike Place Market" in Boston? I am absolutely in love with Seattle's Pike Place Market. The fact that it is year-round, covered, with regular, official vendors selling everything from fresh flowers to fish, bagels and chocolates, jelly and crafts, daily, at very good prices make Pike Place amazing. Is there anything...	In other cities, pop-up Farmers' Markets are your best bet.
How much to haggle for a hotel room in India? I need to book a hotel in Delhi, India for mid-November. Someone suggested to me that I should haggle over the price for the room. Is it considered acceptable to haggle over hotel room prices in India? If so, by how much? The hotel that was recommended to me is Hotel Loh...	If you are thinking of going to aforementioned hotel, you most likely won't be able to get the price down by haggling, only if you have a discount card or something. I've been to India a few times, usually in the southern part of the subcontinent, and hotel prices were the only "item" we accepted to pay as per request ...
What should you do if you're really broke in a country where tipping is customary? Say you're travelling on a shoestring budget, say at the end of a long trip where you've spent almost all your money but still have time before your flight home. Sometimes people you meet travelling want you to go out with them for a me...	Let your friends know upfront that you won't be able to tip much due to being at the end of your budget.
Statistically, is there a safest seat on the plane if it crashes? So to clarify, there are lots of different planes, so for the sake of argument, there are areas: front left front right front middle forward front, right, middle over the left wing over the right wing middle, between the wings mid-way back, left...	To sum that up, the farther back you sit, the better your chances are to survive a plane crash.
Is there a way to deduce the departure time of a flight from the boarding time? I recently traveled from Sweden to Thailand through Doha, Qatar. I was checked in for the two international and the domestic Thai flight in Stockholm, by the time I arrived at Doha I had completely forgotten what the departure time for my f...	The simple answer is no as each airline and airport will set boarding times differently.
Luggage limit in trains in West Europe? Is there any strict luggage limit while travelling by train in West Europe? In Poland, for example, one can take as much luggage as one can carry, so 2 big suitcases and a rucksack and the backpack are allowed. Does the same rule apply for trains in Germany, France, Belgium etc.?...	Special rules exist for large luggage, such as bicycles. Larger suitcases are officially banned, as is having more than two, but Eurostar will usually allow items slightly over the limit.
Visa-friendly country for an international conference? Let's suppose I want to organize a conference with one attendee from each country of the globe. Considering visa fees/problems, where would be a convenient location? If transportation was not considered a problem at all, I guess Antarctica or international water...	More importantly, people from most Asian countries as well as Europe / North America / South America can easily get visas either on arrival or without much hassle. It depends on which country you think most of the participants will come from . Both Hong Kong and Singapore are major aviation hubs and hence flight costs ...
Fastest way to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to down town Bangkok in the early morning My flight lands in Bangkok at 1AM. Wikitravel states that the train stops running at midnight, it also states taxis will take between 45-60 minutes in rush hour. Not being familiar with Bangkok rush hour times, how long would a ta...	There should also be bus transfers available, but depending on where you have to be in Bangkok, they might not be too convenient, as you might have to take a taxi when in Bangkok anyway.
What to do in Barcelona? I'm going to be for one week in Barcelona. Any tips of nice things to do? I don't like night clubs and such so much. I like to see curious local things, eat good food and the like. I'm not a great art appraiser, but I've been to museums that I liked. I liked musée d'Orsay in Paris and I loved t...	Watching the Port of Barcelona from above was fun. Do the climb up to the top of the tower.

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