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Where in Europe can I find monuments and museums about Napoléon Bonaparte? I'm interested in history and I want to visit some Napoléon historic places. The most known are the Arc de Triomphe and The battlefield of Waterloo , where he was defeated. But are there some other places like these in Europe? <Q> Napoleon i...	You could start your tour in Paris, visiting the grave of Napoleon in Dôme des Invalides .
I am looking for a hotel search engine for rural areas I am trying to find a bucolic holiday destination, which means finding a nice hotel in a small beautiful village for spending some quiet time. Most search engines are only finding major cities, and famous tourist-oriented places; for me one main factor is that it i...	What works for me though is to use Google maps to find accommodation in rural places.
Where can you safely store your belongings in order to travel? Traveling light is a sound piece of advice. For that, you need to leave your belongings behind. The issue : Suppose you plan to go on a long trip and you stop paying rent, so you have to return the keys. You cannot and do not want to take all your stuff w...	Yes there are places that specifically provide luggage storage for travellers, but it won't necessarily be as easy to find them across destinations.
Can I use a power adapter designed for USA in Japan? I'm about to travel to Japan (from UK) and can't seem to buy a mains adapter that specifically says it can be used in Japan. However, the internet (e.g. Wikipedia ) tells me that Japanese power sockets "appear physically identical" to US ones (although they use a di...	If you have an adapter that is made for the USA, then yes, in most cases you will be able to plug in that adapter in terms of physical shape into sockets in Japan. Also, you must consider that different parts of Japan use different mains frequencies: 60 Hz which is used in the USA, and 50 Hz which is used in Europe. U....
What's a cheap ski location to reach from Amsterdam (Netherlands)? What are the cheapest ski localities I can go in a weekend if I live in Amsterdam (in the Netherlands). I want reasonably good ski runs (I'm not a beginner), and outdoor.Should I go to France? Austria? Any tips? I've seen there are some localities in ...	Next up, look at booking a cheap train ticket to Paris (ideally advanced purchase Thalys if you can get it), then either an overnight train or daytime TGV down to the French Alps. The price very much depends on when you travel, when you book and how much comfort you want to have. Austria is somewhat lower, not as snow ...
Where is the coldest commercial diving site? When I did my diving course, I was told that it was much easier diving in warm waters so if you finish your course in colder seas, you don't have to have a diving skill check before your recreational dive with a new diving operator. On the other hand, if you finished your co...	I did find a new contender for coldest dive site: Arctic Canada Dive Adventures will take you on a dive trip to Iqaluit Nunavut, where the water temperature is -1°C and the sea ice
How to travel (relatively) cheaply with ICE trains in Germany? When I first checked prices for ICE trains in Germany, I was a bit shocked by prices of over 100 Euros (in Poland not long ago the trains were the cheapest way of public transportation). But then I found out that there are some promotions such as BahnCar...	The cheapest rates get sold first, so you want to be the first to buy the ticket after it becomes available. There may also be Polish bus companies operating between Poland and Germany.
Is it safe for a Muslim to visit Israel nowadays? Is it safe for a Muslim to visit Israel nowadays? I got different answers for my question every time I ask. Can somebody with real experience help? <Q> Israel is quite a safe country. <S> However, due to its particular geopolitical situation, there can be surprises. <S>...	I think Israel is a relatively safe country for Muslims.
Best deals for students booking international flight tickets from India I will be travelling to and fro from Hyderabad (HYD), India to Berlin (TXL), Germany.Duration: 20th May to 20th August of 2013 (3 months)Class: Economy Class (as low as possible) Where can I find best student deals? Which airlines offers best stud...	It also depends on what sector you're flying since different airlines offer different discounted rates for students.
What is the reciprocity fee for US citizens entering Argentina? I am having the hardest time finding the exact reciprocity fee for US citizens entering Argentina. Does anybody know what that amount is? <Q> There is a PDF guide on paying the fee available here <S> (The entire guide is in English except for the cou...	The reciprocity fee is currently US$160 for US citizens, and can now be paid online in advance via the website http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/accesibleingles/ .
How difficult is train travel in Italy? We will be in Italy (for the first time) this week! :-) Our itinerary is: 17th - 20th Venice20th - 22nd Florence22nd - 22nd Pisa (quick view of the Leaning Tower)22nd - 26th Rome So as you can see, the 22nd is going to be a busy day. Last time I was in Europe (2000), I had...	All high-speed trains fares go up as departure approaches and seats and fares seem to just about equally sell out across companies (a few hours before departures in many cases). There is certainly a high-speed connection between Florence and Rome. Trains were on time and easy to deal with, conductors were very helpful ...
Taking expensive camera gear to a South America trip? I intend to travel to South America, mainly Chile, Peru and Ecuador, but maybe also Bolivia and Colombia. The thing is, I want to take some decent landscape and animal pictures and therefore consider buying one or two rather expensive lenses and maybe also a new cam...	Be careful where you leave your stuff. Yes there is always a risk when it comes to carrying around expensive camera equipment.
Where can I find a good, printable map of Kraków (Poland)? Where can I find a good, printable map (PDF) of Kraków (Poland)? I find Google Maps not very suitable for a printable format. Being a road map, it's very much focussed on car travel and not so nice to read. <Q> A quick Google search got me to Orange Smile's ...	Well, this vector map of Krakow is for a large size printing, but you can look if they have smaller versions: https://vectormap.info/product/full-krakow-poland-city-street-vector-map-editable-adobe-illustrator-royalty-free-printable-atlas/
Travel between Ho Chi Minh City and Kampot I'm looking for a relatively painless but interesting way to get from Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) and Kampot in Cambodia. The most commonly suggested route seems to be the bus from HCMC to Phnom Pehn, and then Phnom Pehn to Kampot. My main concern with this is that the early bus...	If starting from HCMC: Get the Giant Ibis bus which out of the 4 bus companies that i travelled with between PP and HCMC is far superior in my opinion. I don't know the current times or prices, but I would recommend to just take a bus from Saigon to Phnom Penh, stay overnight have a nice dinner and then continue to Kam...
Are there any traditional German Christmas markets in the Lake District, UK? As per the title. I'm thinking German style wooden huts etc. <Q> Christmas markets are not really part of the British tradition in the way that they are elsewhere - at least not since Oliver Cromwell . <S> There are traditional German (and...	Of sorts, Ulverston has a large Christmas market every year, called the Ulverston Dickensian Christmas Festival .
Should I tip in restaurants in Turkey? I will be in Istanbul for a week. Do I have to tip in restaurants or not? <Q> I'm in Istanbul right now, and when I got here I asked a friend who has been here before. <S> According to her, no, it's not required, but is always welcome. <S> I have not got any noticeable neg...	In most of the restaurants or cafes, there is no expectation of a tip from the table.
Can you tell a cabbie which route to take? I'm going back home to Virginia for the Thanksgiving holiday and I'll be taking a taxi to Boston Logan. I've noticed that in the past, the cabbie tends to take a longer route. Is it bad etiquette to dictate which route I'd like him/her to take? <Q> The City of Boston's Hackn...	So you are absolutely allowed to declare your own route, and the driver must follow it.
Recommendation for mobile prepaid SIM card for smartphone + home calls in Germany What SIM card would you recommend for a smartphone user for travel in Germany? It would be probably the only or the most important connection to the Internet, so large amounts of data and relatively fast transfer is an issue. I need to ...	They offer quite good rates to make calls from Germany to other countries. If you're from a European country, you can just use your own SIM with your own data.
What is a safe and scenic way to drive from Barcelona to Madrid? I want to drive from Barcelona to Madrid (around 600kms) this December. Is it beautiful? What are the safe car hiring options for foreigners? <Q> Two years ago I drove from Madrid to Barcelona. <S> I didn't rent a car, but used my own. <S> However, I c...	This September, I also rented a car through 3clickcarhire in Barcelona, the provider being Budget Rent-a-car, where the cost of renting the car was pleasantly low and service good.
At what point(s) do you go through customs when stopping in a third country? My 17 yr old daughter will be traveling alone to volunteer at an orphanage in Kenya. Her itinerary takes her from Atlanta to Washington Dulles to Dubai to Nairobi (with a reverse of that on the return three weeks later). At what point or point...	Customs must be cleared anytime you leave the sanitized portion of the airport.
If I renew my passport do I get 10 years from the expiration date or 10 years from the renewal date? If I renew my passport do I get 10 years from the expiration date or 10 years from the renewal date? My passport expires in December 2013 so if I travel now, I would still have more than 6 months before it expires, b...	It depends on what country issued your passport If you have a British Passport, and renew it early, then Time left on your existing passport will be added to your new one - up to a maximum of 9 months.
Inexpensive eating-out food in western Europe In Asian cities (including modern/first-world cities such as Singapore), there are a lot of food centers which sell decent, but very inexpensive food. For example, in Singapore they are called Hawker Centres . It is very common throughout the city, and the food can be as l...	Here in Berlin for example you can find cheaper food in canteens (they are often attached to companies or universities, but some are open to the public), Kneipen (the Berlin equivalent of a pub) or even butchers tend to offer cheap, hearty meals.
Where to sleep at Frankfurt airport I arrive at Frankfurt international airport in the morning (9 am) and I have to wait 10 hours until my next flight. Also I don't have a visa to get out of the airport. What is the best way to get some sleep in the airport? <Q> According to sleepinginairports.net , there are some sea...	You can use your rucksack as a pillow, not very comfortable, but assuring, that noone would take it away.
Tipping in Poland: saying "thank you" when the waiter collects your money I read that while tipping in Poland is standard, you should not say "thank you" to the waiter when he takes the cash if you are expecting change . Otherwise, he will assume that the amount overpaid is his tip. Thus, if you want to leave less of ...	General practice is that you say thank you as the last thing; thus by saying that when giving the money, you're indicating that you don't expect further interaction with the waiter.
For a UK rail delay, which train company do you claim compensation from? For those who don't know, the UK rail network was largely privatised in the 1990s. Whether or not rail privatisation is a good thing is still very much up for debate, but even most pro-privatisation people feel the way it was done wasn't the rig...	It seems not to matter who you claim compensation from: there seem to be rules governing which company is held responsible for any individual passenger's delay and, if you claim from the wrong company, they'll pass your claim on to the right one.
Is there free wifi in Sydney Airport? I'm flying into Sydney airport in about a week, and there's a chance that I'll find myself wanting to look online for a last minute hotel . However, because I will just have arrived, I won't have had a chance to go and get an Australian SIM card. Is there wifi available in Sydney...	Free Wi-Fi is available throughout International Terminal (T1) and Domestic Terminal (T2) .
Saving leftovers from restaurants in Paris Doggy bags for saving leftovers in restaurants are extremely common in the USA, especially as portions sizes are usually too large to consume in one meal. But I have read in various forums that it isn't socially acceptable to ask for a box for leftovers in France, and that so...	So if you go to Lyon (and you should go ;)), you should be able to ask for a "gourmet bag" without the waiter being too surprised. The concept of ”doggy bag“ doesn't exist in most of Europe. Furthermore portions in France are typically a lot smaller than in the US, for a number of reasons: people are smaller on average...
How can you protect a fragile object like bottle of champagne in your baggage against breaking? I tend to bring something quite fragile with me as cabin luggage. On my next journey I want to bring a special bottle of champagne (because of sentimental reasons). Unfortunately you can't bring a bottle with you as cabin lu...	As an additional useful tip, just in case your bottle (somehow) or you get a leak, wrap the whole lot in a tough old plastic bag (to stop shards going straight through) then in Saran wrap (US) / Cling film (UK).
Not so famous places to visit from Singapore under $500 I am planning to go for a 4 day trip to some place in south-east Asia for the Chinese New Year holidays in February. But my budget is strictly around 500 SGD. So, are there any interesting places to visit in the region? Since Chinese New Year is a major festival i...	If you like to live in secluded island you can try Gili Trawangan , and for hiking I recommend Mount Rinjani.
Can you get to South West Rocks by public transport? I'd like to dive the apparently amazing Fish Rock Cave in northern NSW. This video should give an idea of what the fuss is about - who wouldn't want to swim through an island with all those fish and sharks about! One slight snag is that all the dives centres c...	According to lonelyplanet about getting there & away to/from South West Rocks: Cavanaghs (6562 7800) does two runs daily to and from Kempsey, leaving from the town bus stop at Horseshoe Bay.
Is there fast/cheap/comfortable public transport from LAX to Irvine/South Orange County? Is there a fast/cheap/comfortable way to get from LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) to Irvine or South Orange County? For a while this service was provided by the FlyAway bus but the LAX-Irvine service seems to have ceased ...	The two shared ride van concessions are currently SuperShuttle and PrimeTime, and there is also Mickey's Airport Bus if you reserve in advance. There are other combinations of buses and trains that are possible, but these will take considerably longer and require multiple transfers. My favorite way to get from LAX-SNA ...
Transit visa in India for a French Citizen? As a French person, I booked a ticket from CountryA to Delhi , and another ticket (other company/agent) from Delhi to CountryB. CountryA → Delhi → CountryB → Delhi → CountryA Do I need a visa to change companies at Delhi? I will need to pick up my luggages at Delhi and ...	For some citizens, a tourist visa can be obtained upon arrival .
Any good scuba diving on Ko Samui, Thailand? For my upcoming trip to Thailand, are there any good scuba diving spots on Ko Samui? We'll be there in March of 2013. <Q> Haven't been there myself, but drawing from Wikitravel's Ko Samui guide and my copy of LP: <S> Thailand's Islands & Beaches (published July 2010), he...	All the good dive sites are close to Ko Tao
Is there a "best" wireless broadband provider or package for Australia? Since ASUS came out with their original Eee PC I've always travelled with a netbook computer. I've travelled to many countries, rich and poor recently and everywhere there is free Wi-Fi at least in hostels if not in public places. But in Australi...	Each of the main telcos have very limited options in the prepaid USB dongle area - Telstra 's best offer is $60 for 2 GB over a month; Vodafone don't appear to have any; Virgin may have In general , Telstra provide the best coverage in regional areas - but this generally comes at the cost of less data at a higher price...
How do customs and immigration work in a sailboat? So, I have this crazy dream. I'd love to purchase a little sailboat, make my way down the East Coast, across the Carribean, down South America, and end up in the Falklands, maybe Tierra Del Fuego, and Antarctica if I really could develop some seamanship skills. As I t...	Once you arrive to a new port it's mandatory that you go to the authorities and register both the boat and people on board (they must present themselves also). Some answers suggest that you may not need a visa if you are just stopping by, even if the country in a normal situation requires one.
Biathlon World Cup in Russia: Sochi or Khanty-Mansiysk? In the 2012-13 season of the Biathlon World Cup the last two events take place in Russia: Sochi ( March 7-10 ) and Khanty-Mansiysk ( March 14-17 ). The next Winter Olympic Games (2014) also take place in Sochi, but I don't know how good is the infrastructure...	As for the sightseeing, in Khanty-Mansiysk is all about the World Cup - people there love skiing, and you will be bored there if you are not a fan of it. As for Sochi , you'll find much more fun there - because it is a very popular touristic center during long time.
Is it possible to walk between all three terminals in Dubai Airport without leaving airside? We are arriving into Terminal 2 on the 28th December and want to go to the business lounge in Terminal 1 before getting a flight from Terminal 3 eight hours later. <Q> From Wikitravel : <S> Dubai Airport currently has three...	Everyone says the transfer is available only if you have a ticket to fly to another destination.
Is there an international language at sea? When the Russian pilot of an Aeroflot jet is approaching Moscow's airport staffed by Russian Air Traffic controllers, convention still holds that everybody is speaking English. Even if that English isnt great, there is still enough to know that the basics can be covered. This...	You can't really count on Harbor Masters knowing English although International Maritime Organization mandates at the very least a basic proficiency in English and knowledge of Standard Marine Navigational Vocabulary for all people responsible for communicating to ships at sea or ports.
RV'ing in Canada - where can you stay to get facilities? I'm seriously considering taking a RV from Vancouver to Toronto/Montreal in March/April. However, having never driven one before, I was wondering - where are you allowed to park/stay, and what do you need for say, electricity, or clearing the toilets/getting fre...	As well as the regular RV parks, a number of box stores in Canada will allow you to park for free.
Are there good dive spots easily accessible from Kuala Lumpur, without flying? Somewhat annoyingly, Malaysia Airlines Enrich miles expire after 3 years from being earnt , and are not extended by subsequent flights with them. Because of this, I have a reasonable amount of miles that I need to use or lose during 2013. ...	Ferries run from Kuala Besut ; there are direct buses from Kuala Lumpur but they run on a reduced frequency during off season. Tioman island would be a good place for diving.
Is it possible to travel with the need for kidney dialysis? A friend of mine needs regular kidney dialysis. Nevertheless, he loves to travel. However, during the last years, he wasn't on holidays, because of the regular need to go to a clinic for the dialysis. Now he heard news that more and more patients travel despi...	In principle dialysis patients can travel, but not without receiving green light from their doctors.
Can I start a tourist Schengen visit after my long-term Schengen visa is over? Here's my situation. I am currently in France on an internship visa (different than a business and tourist visa) which ends next month. I'm interested in doing some traveling afterwards, ideally on a 90-day Schengen tourist visa. I'm willing...	You should check with the Embassy or Consulate of the country to which you are traveling if you have questions about whether your proposed trip qualifies for visa-free travel. Seems like you have to be outside the Schengen Zone for 90 days, until re-entering.
What ways are there to retain/gain AAdvantage status with American Airlines, apart from flying? Let's say one is interested in gaining or retaining AAdvantage frequent flyer status with American Airlines (I am happy to broaden the question to other airlines if that's useful). Normally, this requires you to actually...	If you purchase first class, business class, or full-fare coach tickets, you earn elite status with less flying (fewer miles flown). If you earn more than 1 million miles (it doesn't matter how you get them in some frequent flyer programs; but not any longer in AAdvantage ), you get an elite status for life.
Buying plane tickets offline in Nepal Is it possible to buy air tickets from Kathmandu, Nepal to Toronto, Canada from a Nepali travel agent or any airline operating from Nepal? I need to buy tickets "off-line" because my credit limit does not allow me to buy the tickets on-line. Asking the bank to increase my credit l...	Obviously you can, the main base of tourism business of Nepal is offline network, You can see lots of Travel and Tour Agencies, specially in Thamel area.
Can tourists visit the White House or the US Capitol Building? As a tourist in Washington DC, is it possible to visit either the White House, or the US Capitol Building? If it is possible, does the process differ for US residents and foreign tourists? And do you have to book in advance, and if so, how far generally? <...	All tours need to be booked at least 21 days in advance, but especially during busy periods you'll need to book months in advance to get a spot. From the White House website : Public tours of the White House are available.
Machu Picchu in April: to reserve a tour or not to reserve? I've seen this post about it, but I've dug a little bit more into the topic on the web and some people suggest to reserve in advance, in particular for the main Inca Trail. However others say to wait and make cheaper reservations in Cusco (especially if I p...	If you want to do the proper trail in high season you should book in advanced.
What are my options to get an bird's eye view of the Niagara falls? What options do I have to see the Niagara Falls from a bird's eye view? <Q> The views are pretty sweet from some of the hotels. <S> Here's one from a room that cost me $25 extra for a "falls view room": <S> Really, it's from the room: <S> I'm pre...	In addition to the hotels and helicopter tours that are already mentioned, it is also possible, to access one of the two towers that were built for that purpose: The Konica Minolta Tower Center has a visitor platform at 99 meters and offers a view over the Horseshoes Falls.
What's the cheapest public transport from Nürnberg to Prague? What's the cheapest way to get from Nuremberg (Nürnberg) to Prague (and back) with public transport (buses, trains etc.)? I've found that ICE costs about 100 Euro, so it's definitely not what I understand as cheap at this relatively short distance... If t...	You could take a Eurolines bus directly from Nuremberg to Prague for usually people will let you car pool with them into Germany for about 20 euros each way.
How can I transfer money to Thailand? I'm in Thailand for 6 months. I already spent all the cash I brought over (not much) and I can refill from an ATM. I have enough money, but what is really bugging me is the horrendous fees for using ATMs. It's $5 to use an ATM anywhere, + a rather poor exchange rate. I tried openin...	What you need is a credit card that will allow you to put the balance into credit, has high limits for cash advances, has low or minimum foreign exchange fee, and low or capped cash advance fees.
Buying airfare that permits a 'Free Stopover' I will use my specific situation, but this should only be considered as an example which should be applied generally. My itinerary would be as such: London --> Austin --> Rio de Janeiro --> London and my goal is to do this as cheaply as possibly . After receiving this e...	You could also use any of the popular travel websites like Orbitz, Expedia, etc. As the trip you've listed appears to be all on American Airlines you could book it on their website
Where to take photo for Schengen Visa? I have a simple question. Where can I take photos with Schengen standards in US? (FYI, I live in San Diego, CA). I tried Imprint and Fedex office. Both told me that they only take 2x2 inch photo which is specialized for American passport. For Schengen visa application, I need 6x4 ...	A more DIY method is to use an online service - there are many; ePassportPhoto being one of the major ones - where you can upload a digital picture taken by yourself and then it formats the picture into the correct size for a passport / visa for a given country as multiples on standard photo printing sizes that are sup...
Can you receive an Australian passport stamp if you ask? I am a big fan of all things analog & souvenir-ish, and I am planning a visit to Australia. I was discouraged to hear about the ETA and that it means you do not get a stamp... but I know some places still give stamps at their discretion (like the USA, I'm Canadia...	I'm Australian and for the last few years they've only stamped Austalian passports on request. I guess the answer you're looking for is firstly - there IS a stamp, and odds are you'll get it without asking, but I'm sure if they didn't, you could always ask, as they'll have it there on their desk.
How, specifically, can I travel between Taiwan and Okinawa by sea? This is a followup to a previous question of mine where we established that it is possible to travel between the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan . So now that we know that it's possible, and because this idea keeps coming back to me, I'd like to get so...	There are cruises that run along the China coast with stops in multiple ports including Keelung and Kaohsiung in Taiwan with other stops in Pusan.
Is there a ZIP code I can enter when paying-at-the-pump in the USA with a foreign credit card? In the USA, many pay-at-the-pump fuel dispensers that accept credit cards require a 5-digit numeric zip code that corresponds to the billing address of the credit card. In Canada, for instance, we have 6-digit alphanume...	Many fuel dispensers in the USA (for sure in Hawaii, apparently elsewhere in the USA as well) accept the numbers-only from the postal code of a Canadian billing address followed by two zeros.
Travel to Cuba as dual citizen (USA+other)? Suppose I am a U.S. citizen with dual citizenship with another country. Citizens of this second country are allowed to travel to Cuba. Suppose further that I live and work outside the United States and have a non-U.S. bank account containing funds in a currency other than d...	As an American citizen, you are bound by the laws and embargos of the U.S. no matter which passport you present. Most laws don't apply to citizens residing abroad, but some do.
Re-entering the US after leaving on a visa waiver program in late Feb I'll be travelling to the USA on the visa waiver program, after my 3 months is up I wish to spend 2 weeks in South America, then return to the States, am I able to do this? Or do I need to return my home country? Do I also need to book my flight fr...	there is no need to have a return flight booked for a visa waiver. In the UK you definitely need a return ticket booked before they will allow you on the plane, as my sister inlaw found out in Sep.
Should I cover up my tattoo when visiting the Middle East? I stumbled upon a question on blending in in Egypt, in which one user warns that Egyptians regard tattooed people as criminals or foreigners. How big of a problem will tattoos be for a regular tourist? Obviously you should cover your ink when visiting a mosq...	But for a tourist it is totally fine to show them. Regarding Egypt in particular, it is common for criminals and people who been prisoned to have them, so that will be the first impression. Definitely a no-go are all kind of tattoos that show violence, discrimination or any If you are dressed respectful then nobody wil...
Are there any tours or opportunities available to the public where one can see Cherenkov Radiation? Cherenkov Radiation (in my layman's understanding) is a blue light that appears when particles with an electric charge go through a medium faster than the speed of light in that medium. I regularly listen to an Austra...	The main campus of Penn State University has an educational nuclear reactor facility, the Breazeale reactor , that offers tours to the public.
Is 1½ hours enough for a transit at Munich Airport? I'm heading to India next week and have a connection in Munich, Germany. I made the mistake of booking a flight with only an hour and a half layover (freaking out!) and I'm wondering if I'll have to go through customs in Munich or if I can pass right on through. <Q> Y...	Presuming you are arriving from a non-Schengen country then you will not need to pass through immigration in Munich.
Is it possible to go from South Korea to Hong Kong by sea? More specifically from Busan (but other sites also possible). My plan is to do Japan - South Korea - Hong Kong by sea. <Q> There are a number of ferries between South Korea and China , via Tianjin or Qingdao. <S> Both South Korea and China have a well-connect...	The only ferries currently from Busan are to various Japanese ports. There are a number of agents selling these trips and while they often focus on long transcontinental trips, it's sometimes also possible to book “partial journeys” between two ports on a longer freighter line.
Can you get frequent flyer miles from all code-share airlines, or only same alliance ones? For example, Qantas and British Airways are both One World. If you fly with one, you can usually claim miles with the other (except some award seats). What about China Eastern Airlines, who code-shares with Qantas, but has their...	Qantas is a partner of China Eastern, so you can earn and redeem Qantas points on China Eastern flights.
How do I become a better tourist guide for my own city or country? I'm planning a trip to Melbourne, which is only a short plane trip away from Sydney, and currently I'm planning on using the same information sources to plan my trip that I'd use for anywhere else in the world (Lonely Planet, Trip Advisor, WikiVoyage). ...	Therefore, if you're genuinely interested in becoming a better tourist guide, you could apply to be one in your own city or region, maybe during the summer months (or weeks).
Backpacking to East Malaysia, where to start? where to end? When travelling to East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak), what is the recommended starting town? and which town should be the final landing point? I will be flying from KL and going back to KL afterward. The plan is to at least visits the famous towns. <Q> Ok, Si...	In Kota Kinabalu, you can climb Mt. Kinabalu and visit the Sipadan Islands for nice diving/beaches. For Saba, Kota Kinabalu is a good starting point.
Non-EU citizen travelling with EU citizen (Irish spouse) to Turkey; do I need a visa? Am a non EU citizen but my husband is. We live and work in UK and I have a residential permit. I'm looking to book a holiday to Turkey for my hubby and I for 5 days. Do I need to apply for a visa to do so? <Q> As it already has been s...	If you and your husband have different nationalities then each of you needs their own visa, depending on nationality (or possibly no visa at all).
Half day in Berlin - after non-classical tourist spots I will have half a day to spend in Berlin, on a Saturday afternoon. What do you recommend I should go and see/taste? I am not aiming for classical "tourist" spots, as we have a guided city tour before, hopefully it will show all the interesting spots, but much more...	You could for example visit Mauerpark or just wander through the alleys of Kreuzberg or somewhere near the city center.
Rome to Paris by train Can anyone tell me how can I book Rome to Paris train ticket? I am trying Trenitalia website but not getting any results. I want the fastest train, preferably running during the daytime. Also, can any one tell me how many days in advance is booking usually required before ticket becomes unavail...	You can use www.tgv-europe.com to book the train tickets.
Advantages of traveling from Lima to Cusco by bus vs. plane? Do you think it makes sense to fly rather than travel by bus in terms of time/money? Or perhaps traveling by bus is not that bad? Also, I've been told that landing in Cusco is quite spectacular and I was thinking to save some time. Could someone please cla...	Bus Pros : A bus is cheaper, you get to see more of the countryside, interact with more people. Cons : It takes a long time.
If I want to make a website of a long bike tour, should I make my own website or pay some one to do it for me? I am planning on going on a long distance bike tour, and I want to have a good website to blog on, post photos, twitter tweets, and videos. Does anyone have any advice for whether I should build it myself, or ...	Allow me to recommend traveljournal.net . Personally I dislike custom made blog platforms, for the simple reason that they often requires instant and good internet access, an asset not alway available while traveling.
Do rental cars in France come with the two legally required breathalyzers? As of June 2012 France requires all cars / drivers to carry two self-test breathalyzers. Do all rental car companies supply them and if I use one what is the charge associated with it? <Q> It's normally the driver's duty to bring the "éthylot...	And other news sites are indicating that yes, French car rental companies WILL provide the breathalyzer devices .
Ski Resorts during the Northern Hemisphere's Summer I am wondering what Ski Resorts are available (open) for skiing during the Northern Hemisphere's summer? Level of comfort and amenities don't really make a difference for the purposes of this question. <Q> Although the other answers are OK, I will use the opportunity...	In the French Alps, you can ski during Summer at the Glacier of Tignes .
What are my options for pre-paid SIM cards in Buenos Aires, Argentina? I have three devices: iPhone 5 - nanosim, 4G/LTE MiFi - microsim, 4G/LTE iPhone 4S - microsim, 3G Which providers in Buenos Aires / Argentina have the best prepaid options for these devices? They don't all need to be from the same provider, bu...	There are 3 major carriers in Argentina Claro, Movistar and Personal
What cheaper alternatives exist to transport luggage in Europe? I will be flying from Portugal to the Netherlands but I will be only taking hand luggage. What is the cheapest ways of bringing more luggage (excluding the air plane)? (around 30kg). This question can be extended to Europe. It's not the first time I have ...	I experienced that shipping from Germany to other European countries is reasonably cheap (for example to Spain: 29€ for up to 25 kg with Hermes ; 40€ for about 32 kg with DHL ). When I moved from the UK to Canada, I used Excess-Baggage.com to ship a couple of boxes over here.
Can I take two laptops to India from United States? One bought in India and one in US I will be landing at New Delhi airport. The worth of new laptop (Lenovo Yoga Idea Pad 13) is about $1000 and old one (Macbook Pro) is > 1 lakh INR. I want to leave the new laptop in India. I have a copy of bill with me but not the or...	One laptop computer (notebook computer) over and above the said free allowances mentioned above is also allowed duty free if imported by any passenger of the age of 18 years and above. However, you may be required to provide proof that you bought it in India.
Tourist destinations from Frankfurt-Hahn airport besides Frankfurt Some low cost airlines, mainly Ryanair, provide several low cost connections with the little Hahn airport. Usually this airport is referred to as Frankfurt-Hahn airport and, from a tourist point of view, it is mainly used to visit Frankfurt am Main. H...	Some suggestions: You can visit Trier and Luxemburg .
Where should I stay while looking for a job in London? I'm planning on staying in London for a couple months with my wife and look for a job. I've been investigating a bit and there are lots of different possibilites. What would you recommend for a 1 or 2 month stay? I'll probably extend my stay so I'm trying to make ...	I used Airbnb, there are plenty of landlords offering long term stay
What's the cheapest SIM card with Internet for smartphone in Czech Republic? I want to go to Prague for a few days and do there some geocaching. I need therefore SIM card with internet package or internet flat rate. I don't think the traffic generated while geocaching will be more that 50MB a day, so 200-300MB package ...	When it comes to internet, data sim in Prague, Czech Republic, Vodafone has currently the fastest 3G and 4G in Czech (measured independently by DSL).
Is there a frequent flyer program catering to children? I am with my current bank, because I have been with them since very early age. My bank is very smart in knowing that if you have been with a bank for years, you are not likely to change. I am wondering if this also works with airlines. Are there FF programs for ...	Many, many regular frequent flyer programs are available for children as well.
Is there a website for searching/booking European trains? Is there a website to search for European train tickets? I mean something like kayak.com, expedia.com, airfare.com, etc for trains? I know there are specific countries' website like bahn.de, sbb.ch, voyages-sncf.com, etc. But is there a website to search and see...	www.bahn.de will show you prices, and sell you tickets for trips from Germany to most neighbouring destinations. The best site that gather information about train travel in Europe is Seat 61 . There are some offers that start appearing on the web: A website called Loco2.com offers that (it's based in UK so be careful w...
What is more widely spoken in the Baltic countries: Russian, Ukrainian, or English? Wikipedia says that about a quarter of total population in Estonia, Latvia are Slavonic people like Russians, Ukrainians etc., and I wonder if Russian is well-understood and how natives treat tourists who speak Russian? Relationships be...	In Russia, there are still a lot of people who don't understand English for good.
What's a cheap, convenient way to get from Amsterdam to Brussels? Since Fyra stopped transportation between Amsterdam and Brussels I was wondering if there is way to get there cheaper and convenient than usual NS trains with two over stops. I found that megabus has connection between cities. But I've never traveled by...	IDbus, Sofia Bus and Megabus all have a bus line between Amsterdam and Brussels.
Why is the train between Barcelona and Madrid so expensive? A one way ticket from Barcelona to Madrid is more than 100 euros, which is much more expensive than in the rest of Western Europe. It is even more expensive than the Eurostar, which required to dig a massive tunnel under the sea. I am wondering if somebody kn...	It's because it is a High Speed train running at 300km per hour.
Renting a car in Ireland when under 25? My friend and I are planning a vacation to Ireland later this year. We'll be there for a week, flying into Dublin and then renting a car and driving around the country. Both of us are 23. Are there any age restrictions on renting cars in Ireland? What would be the cheapest/best ...	For example, from Irish Car Hire Info : Drivers under 25 must have held their full license for at least 24 months prior to the date of pick up. Rental car companies can set their own restrictions so it really depends which company you decide to rent from. If you can only drive automatic transmission you will not be abl...
Dive shop availability and cost in Phuket and Koh Tao, Thailand I'm planning on visiting Koh Tao to go diving, however I am after a weight harness before going diving. Rather than buy one in the UK and carry it around with me, I was planning on buying one while out there. What's the availability of dive shops on Koh ...	Koh Tao is not only cheaper but way better because of being less commercialized (relatively!) Most shops quote two prices for dives: "full kit rental" (ref, BCD, the works) or "tank and weights only".
Which carriers offer cheap one-ways from Europe to the United States Airlines seem to charge almost as much for a one-way from Europe to the US as for a round-trip, at least in the next couple months when I'm planning to fly. I discovered Condor Air was a big exception to this, offering one-way Frankfurt -> US flights...	Air Transat offers flights to Canada (Paris-Montreal can be quite cheap out of summer, even few days before booking).
Fast train between Moscow and Saint Petersburg? I'm planning to go on holiday to Moscow Russia in April and would really like to see Saint Petersburg as well. I've heard that there's a speed train which travels between the two cities, does anyone know how long is the journey and how often do these trains run(once,twic...	The journey time varies between 3:40 h and 4:05 h, probably depending on the number of stops on the way (didn’t check to confirm the hypothesis).
Is it possible to get the Cuban tourist card (visa) on arrival at Havana Airport? Is it mandatory to obtain the Cuban tourist card / visa ( tarjeta turística ) in advance? Or is it possible to get it upon arrival (at Havana airport) too? If the latter is possible, is there a difference in cost? Last time I went (20...	It can be purchased at the Airport in Cuba on arrival, however it should be noted that many airlines will require a valid tourist visa card before boarding flights. It is possible to buy it in Cuba but it will cost more than in your country - if I remember correctly ~75 EUR.
What are the rates posted on hotel room doors / in the lobby for? When I'm travelling, I often see hotel room rates posted on the back of the hotel room door (typically in the US) or in the lobby, behind the check-in desk. These rates are typically eye-wateringly high - $/£/€100s above what you would pay even for a ful...	California, USA is one place where you see these posted rates.
What extra benefits are there in getting travel insurance if I have a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)? I've got a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) and only plan to travel around the EU for the foreseeable future. I read another answer that quite nicely covered the details of what the EHIC covers, but I'd l...	Private travel insurance is almost certain to cover the cost of getting you home and may also cover other related expenses (read your policy carefully) They provide assistance in the tragic case where you or one of your family members dies abroad.
New H1B arrival, what do I need for the port of entry? I just got my newly-approved H1B visa stamped into my (UK) passport and am flying to America in a week. Besides my stamped passport, and my I-797B (Notice of Action) document, is there any other documentation I should bring, or questions I should be prepared for? I...	In the normal case you don't need anything except your passport and address where you're going. Also, you should know the address of the place you'll be staying when you arrive, and the name of your employer and what kind of work you'll be doing.
Finding all flights from an airport to a country Is there a place to find all (or nearly all) flights going from a certain airport during a certain time period? If the "departure announcement board" at the airport was much longer (covering months rather than hours), that would work as an answer for me. <Q> There is a ...	Many search engines have option to choose Country (Any airport) as destination.
Can I participate in the farming/harvesting of chocolate/cacao as a tourist anywhere in the world? Even us chocolate lovers don't know much about where chocolate comes from. It comes from a plant. Can tourists help out where it is grown anywhere? Apparently most cacao/cocoa comes from Ivory Coast and Ghana in Africa, ...	If you are really on the lookout for cacao and chocolate form start to finish, Africa in Ghana is the place to go.
Dealing with aggressive touts in markets? In many countries the markets are some of the most interesting places to visit. However, as a result of tourism, culture and competition, many of the sellers/touts are...well...aggressive. This can consist of: not taking no for an answer chasing you down the street trying ...	If you can say "no" to them in the local language, it gives an impression that you could possibly be an expat and thus wise enough to be not an easy target to rip off. If you aren't going to buy something, tell them that upfront.
Best way to travel from France to Switzerland, Austria and Germany I am planning a trip to Europe and plan to go from Paris, France to Interlaken, Switzerland to Vienna, Austria to Munich, Germany. What would be the best way to travel between all these cities? <Q> Travel from Paris to Montreux, on the shores of the la...	The usual route from Paris to Geneva or Lausanne also involves travel on high-speed (TGV) trains. Flying may be a faster and cheaper option for long distances From Vienna to Munich takes you more or less 4 hours on a Railjet.
How can I cross the Atlantic by ship from Europe to New York? (I am not talking about luxury passenger cruise-ships.) Suppose that: I have both valid US & Schengen visas I am a savvy backpacker with a preference for economical travel I have no fixed schedule to meet. A longer travel time is even better. Any Europe...	Your luck is that transatlantic freighter travel is one of the most popular routes.
Are there trains beween Tallinn, Riga and Warsaw? I'm planning a trip to Poland for July and August. I thought it would be a good idea to visit some of the other countries around Poland since I was going to be there for a little while. Two countries I want to visit are Estonia and Latvia, but I couldn't find any itiner...	The trains do run from Tallinn and Riga to Warsaw same as the other way around. It is possible to do the journey by train, but it's cumbersome.
What harm can be done with a copy of one's passport? In one of the questions on this site, it was suggested the use of Dropbox to save a backup copy of your passport, in case you need to proof who you are if your original document is lost. I like the idea, but what if someone gets access to your Dropbox folders and...	A passport copy can often contain sensitive information such as date of birth which can be used to access other sensitive information such as bank accounts.
Is it necessary to take a national identity card when travelling abroad? It goes without saying one requires international passport when travelling abroad, but what are the reasons for taking a national ID? In what situations may I need it? Is that enough to take just printed copies of internal ID? <Q> Situations when...	I would say that you need your passport to cross borders, but for any other use you could revert to your national identity card.
Does my government know in which country I am at when I travel? I guess this is the type of question I should start with "a friend of mine wants to know..." but I was wondering if in general governments keep a record that gets updated each time you go through inmigration in another country in some sort of centralized d...	It may be possible for one country to ask for legal assistance to obtain information about a specific person, and who knows what information is shared by the secret services, of course, but on the visible side, countries do not know what their citizens do while away.
What food is Chicago (USA) famous for? Does the USA Chicago have a specific culture in terms of food. Example, Indians commonly have curry, Chinese have rice as part of their staple diet, in South Africa we have meat, pap (porridge) with chakalaka (tomato salsa stew) and samp. So what food is Chicago famous for? <Q> Th...	Chicago Hot Dogs are primarily notable for the wide variety of toppings.
Automated passport control in the EU I have a new biometric passport (what I mean by that is that it bears the chip sign on the cover), I haven't done any fingerprint or eye scans to get it though. How do the automated gates use the passport to check identity? Do I have register somewhere first in order to use them? T...	No need to "register" anywhere, afaik.

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