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Where to find wilderness in Europe? We are crazy and we want an adventure and hiking. We have already visited NP Sarek in northen Sweden and we liked it very much - no men, no bridges, no civilization at all. And now we are looking for another place in Europe untouched by people, where is possible to walk for a week ...	I've spent some time in Southern Ukraine (Crimean Peninsula) and was impressed with the Crimean Mountains . Also in Latvia you can find untouched areas.
How can I find good classical music concerts in Vienna? I am looking for good concerts in Vienna. I heard there are a lot of tourist traps around. Specially from sellers in the street "dressed up as Mozart". I heard from a friend that went there, and knows about music, that these performances aren't bad but the prices ...	I've been to two concerts in Musikverein , and while they are no Opera, the experience is well worth it. I can strongly recommend planning a little beforehand and book tickets in time rather than fall for one of the Mozart dressed vendors on the streets.
Are there deals for multiple domestic flights in Argentina? I'm planning to visit Argentina for 1 month in January and will most likely be flying 4 domestic flights. (Buenos Aires → Ushuaia, Ushuaia → El Calafate, El Calafate → Bariloche, Bariloche → Buenos Aires). Is there any kind of "package" deal for multiple flig...	I think it would be very useful if you can contact an Argentinean travel agency that you can trust to find out the prices in Argentinean pesos for you. Alternatively, partner airlines (like Air France) let you book internal flights (AEP to Ushuaia).
One-Way Car Rental from Yerevan to Tbilisi I would like to rent a car in Yerevan airport, drive it through Armenia, go to Georgia and leave the car in Tbilisi. Are there any companies who offer that kind of service? <Q> Hertz does, although I haven't tried myself. <S> You can check Hertz's Armenian website (in Engl...	I used the service of the Armenian car rental company: http://caravan.am/
Can a group of people become a travel agent, with the purpose to get access to direct acess to professional travel resources? At work we travel frequently. Finding the appropriate deals is always a balance between saving time and saving money. Booking through corporate travel agencies is often the most time efficient w...	You could, of course, set up a travel advice service
How much is a boat trip from Venezuela to Trinidad? I want to go from Venezuela (Guiria) to Trinidad by boat. Unfortunately I can't find any detailed information about prices and so on. The only thing I could find is that the boat leaves from Guiria in Venezuela every Wednesday. Is there anyone who has some more infor...	Round-trip has a cost of about 13,000 Bolivares Fuertes.
City centre of Zurich It will be very helpful if someone spots the city centre of Zurich in Google Maps. <Q> The center of Zurich is not very big, and most places in Zurich are actually whole streets and areas that are interesting. <S> There are some more places of course. <S> Here some places to walk along: <S> The...	Generally you can consider the whole area between the Bahnhofstrasse , Bahhofbrücke , Seilergraben , Rämistrasse , and the Quaibrücke as the inner center of the city (more or less the district Kreis 1 .
What medical supplies should I take with me on a walking / biking trip in New Zealand? I plan on going to New Zealand for the summer months. I hope to hike a lot there, but also use a bike for longer distances.I assume I will be on my own in the nature for 2-3 days, then in an inhabited area for a while to re-supply an...	Don't forget to take some sandflies repellentI think that Johnson's OFF (the orange one) is best
Cellphone service in Southeast Asia? I am travelling to various destinations in Southeast Asia. What is the best way to go about getting cell + data service? Is there a telecom that offers cheap roaming throughout a broad region, or will I need to get a SIM card in each country I travel to (most of my destinations will...	You can buy a SIM at most international airports with minimal wait. Smartone/Vodafone has a similar offer, by from my experience they do not allow tethering abroad.
Canadian citizen with British passport visiting USA I am a Canadian citizen with a British Passport and I live in Canada and I am planning on traveling by car to Buffalo USA and then boarding a plane to the West coast for a holiday. Will I have any problems crossing the border? <Q> No, you won't. <S> Or at least, n...	Canadian passport holders only need to show their passports at the booth and then they're on their way - no need to get out of the car.
Is there an international standard for medical prescriptions, you can carry around and show to any pharmacy? I have a condition that only sometimes needs medication, most of the time not. My doctor gave me a set of prescriptions I can use when the condition surfaces. I only go to the pharmacy to fetch that medication i...	Pharmacies will give you almost any kind of medicine including antibiotics (except some medicines like Xanax) as long as you have it written somewhere even if its on a piece of paper. I think it depends on the country you are coming from and the country you are visiting. In Canada no foreign prescriptions are allowed.
How do I find out whether my flight has WiFi? Sometimes on the ticket it is not clearly mentioned whether the flight supports Wi-Fi. Is it safe to turn on the Wi-Fi on electronic devices whilst on board to see if the flight supports it? <Q> There is no single source to check if there is Wi-Fi in a certain flight or not...	Given your question was actually is it safe to turn on your Wifi, then obviously if if any way you have been given an indication that the flight has Wifi, it is safe to turn your computer one (once portable electronic devices are allowed).
How to deal with travel excitement? How does one usually deal with excitement about travel, prior to travel ?A lot of people feel them butterflies in their stomach before a big travel is coming up. Is there an effective way to put these feelings away ? Or how can one best deal with such excitement/feelings (which almos...	If the feelings interfere with your sleep (and physical exercises don't work), you can try breathing exercises to calm down.
Do airlines fly directly over the North Pole? I always like flying to/from north America, since the route usually goes over Greenland. I do like the idea that I am only 10 km away from this inaccessible land. I would love to be able to say that I have been that close to the north pole. Unfortunately, so far my journe...	Emirates flies nonstop from Dubai to the US West Coast (San Francisco, Seattle and Los Angeles), coming within a few degrees of latitude of the North Pole.
Is there a map or resource that represents the distance in terms of time instead of Km or Miles? Based on this question I started wondering if there is a world map (or local maps) that reflect the distance between points in terms of time to travel and not Km or Miles. I know such resource is not easy and it depends o...	For travel time maps that uses actual connectivity information, but only work in some cities, check out TriptropNYC
Is it possible to travel to Israel if it's not recognised by your passport's country? I'm wondering if it's possible for passport holders of countries that do not recognise other countries to travel to that particular country. Israel is not recognised by the Malaysian passport, so would it be possible for a Malaysian (...	Israel allows Citizens of all countries to enter its borders, as long as they have an appropriate visa.
Besides Arab/Muslim countries re Israel, are there other countries which don't recognize passports of any other countries? It is pretty widely known that quite a few Moslem and Arab countries do not recognize Israeli passports because they don't recognize Israel as a country. I am pretty sure there are other places re...	Someone else mentioned passports of Northern Cyprus (which is only recognized by Turkey), which according to Wikipedia , is only accepted in 6 countries. The Nagorno-Karabakh passport is not recognized anywhere, according to Wikipedia (though it's unclear if that means it cannot be used anywhere). People's Republic of ...
Are there online maps showing the speed limit on the German highways? I know that on the German highways (autobahns) there is no general speed limit, however parts of the autobahns have a posted speed limits (130 km/h or less). Are there any online maps showing the speed limits on the autobahns? <Q> Here is a such a ma...	Another map can be found at autobahn-speedhunter.com .
Traveling to the US with a criminal record I have a passport that is valid until 2015. 2 years ago I was charged and now have a criminal record. We have a family trip planned to travel from Canada to Walt Disney World next week and I just now thought of my record! Will my passport still be good? Will I be able to fly t...	Your passport should be good and US authorities would not generally have access to criminal records from all other countries in the world (but might have some agreement with Canada, I really don't know). You could ask the US consulate/embassy (with the risk that you are making them aware of your situation) or a lawyer....
Student train discounts in Germany without BahnCard? I'd like to visit Hamburg on 26th December this year, travelling by train from Poland. I've got a valid (Polish) student ID and I'm wondering if there's any discount I could get because of that. I only heard about BahnCard so far, but it's too expensive to buy it for...	There is a so-called Probe BahnCard (trial BahnCard ) which only costs €19 but gives you the full 25 % discount on any ticket (excluding the flatrate tickets such as Schönes Wochenende ).
Good area in Hong Kong for buying Electronics Accessories? I'm currently on the bus to Heathrow, on my way to Hong Kong, and when I went to plug my laptop in I discovered I'd rather carelessly left my laptop power adapter at home! It's too late to go back and get it now, so tomorrow I'm going to need to go and buy one....	On the Kowloon side there is Mong Gok Computer Center so I usually visit the Apple store in the IFC mall (Hong Kong MTR).
Dubai (UAE) visa requirements when staying in the airport for a French citizen? I have read that, at the time of writing (2013), UAE visas are: 96-Hour : Valid for passengers in transit Tourist : Maximum 30 days Visit : Maximum 90 days But I am only connecting flights, so I am staying in the airport. And can't ...	Either way, as a French citizen, you don't need to prepare any documentation before travelling.
Should I avoid Shanghai because of air quality problems? I have seen a number of reports and pictures of the current problems in Shanghai due to air quality. Is it dangerous enough that I should stay away? I am scheduled to spend three days there teaching a course indoors. <Q> TL;DR: I wouldn't cancel a three-day trip ...	Over numerous trips to China I have found that the claims re the effect of air quality seem to be excessively alarmist. If you are asthmatic or similar it is not liable to cause major problems for a short visit spent mainly indoors. Anyone planning a trip to China should check typical conditions via any of the availabl...
Somewhere tourists can lightly study Mongolian calligraphy in Inner or Outer Mongolia? I'm currently in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia after having travelled through Inner Mongolia, China - which I'll return to when my current visa expires. I bought an English-Mongolian dictionary before I left Inner Mongolia because there the...	If you are in Hohhot you can find a copy at one of the Mongolian book shops at the culture market (文化商城) near Inner Mongolia University.
What should I do to protect data when going across the US border with a computer? When I successfully (legally) immigrate into the USA, I had to move some of my computerswhich contain a client's sensitive data/project. I was surprised when I found an article that says the CBP have the right to scan a computer (and c...	Another alternative is to have a friend encrypt the key and upload it to the cloud. Make sure the thumb drive only gets sent to you once you're safely across the border.
Which digits should I eliminate when giving my number to foreign travellers so as to not confuse them? On my phone my number looks something like +19172222222 but I think people from different countries have their own codes right? Should I leave out the + and 1 when handing them my number so they don't get confused?Is...	As others have said, a number with a “+” in front is probably the best form and should always work (certainly on mobile phones).
Preparing money for a visit in Dubai I plan to travel to Dubai and i know that they use AED (Dirhams) as curency. I'm from France and I would like to know if it is better to go to Dubai with American dollars or euros? Where should I exchange them? in France or in Dubai? <Q> I would recommend withdrawing AED from an ATM...	Credit cards are common in Dubai and you should be able to use them pretty easily for a lot of things (and this is much safer than cash too!).
Can I spend some time in a real prison as a tourist attraction? I know there are hotels built in buildings that used to be a prison . Is it possible to do some jail time as a tourist, somewhere? That is without doing the crime and only for a short period, just for the experience? ADDED: I am not looking for converte...	Otherwise, I think your best bet might be to visit a former prison that's now a museum. One of the most infamous ones is the prison in La Paz, Bolivia - the San Pedro prison .
I want to get lost in France for at least three weeks Examples from popular culture are abundant, deserted french villages, skinny dipping in lakes without being caught, extreme silence except the wind and the sudden cry of a vulture. I would love to spend some time in the summer experiencing this loneliness in France...	In the Ardeche region, try areas above Vals les Bains in the mountains. TL;DR: Yes it's possible if you have your own car, stay of the main roads and look for green areas on the map.
Will my checked luggage freeze in the airplane? I'm taking some freeze-sensitive items in a checked luggage for a short flight. It's cheese, chocolate, toothpaste and wine . I would like to know whether the luggage can get "frozen" in the aircraft. Sometimes it happened to me that my stuff actually was quite cold afte...	Ground staff handling baggage may damage your bags accidentally.
How to find the genuine websites for consulates, embassies, and immigration offices around the world? Very often when travelling about the world you need to check the official word on obtaining visas and visa extensions and other related information. But increasingly it's getting very difficult to find the true offici...	The embassy finder is a good website, select a country
Will I need snow chains to travel from South Lake Tahoe to Las Vegas in late January? I'm planning a trip in which we'll rent a car in LA in late January, 2014, we will then go north and then to South Lake Tahoe. After a few days of skiing we plan to go down to Las Vegas. Will I need snow chains in my car to do this l...	You may need chains, it depends on the road conditions.
What kind of power plug adapter do I need in Argentina and Chile? I'm going to Argentina and Chile and have a couple of electronic devices I want to charge. I have Swiss plugs consisting of two bolts: What kind of adapter should I pack for Argentina and Chile? <Q> As always, Wikipedia has a good list which can answer...	It looks like Chile and Argentina have different mains plug types and you may only need an adapter for Argentina.
Are there tips and tricks to overcome a fear of flying? Are there tips and tricks for people with fear of flying that can makes them have a more pleasant experience when flying? I know drugs can do magic, and we've previously had debate on pills vs alcohol . I'm ideally after official advice and recommendations, but o...	Distraction gives short-term relief while feeling fear during a flight.
Can a child still visit the cockpit during flight? As a kid one of the highlights of any flight I took was the short visit to the cockpit and chat with the pilots. I have very fond memories of asking about all the gauges and lights, what would happen if you pull the lever, or the breathtaking view you had from the flig...	Officially: Unfortunately, it is not allowed for any passenger regardless of age to be admitted to the flight deck. Ask a cabin crew member with a smile, while presenting your business card, to ask the captain for you if he will allow your child to go inside the cockpit. There are reports that people are still admitted...
What destinations does Air Calin class as long haul? On the Air Calin economy class page , it has this to say about catering: On long-haul flights from Noumea, passengers are served meals blending the scents and savours of New Caledonia with gourmet French and international cuisine. However, try as I might, I can'...	Flights to New Zealand, Australia and the surrounding islands are not classed as long haul.
What does this long yellow sign mean in Indonesia? When moving around Indonesia, I have noticed that some houses have this sign sometimes: What does it mean? Is it just a decoration or does it have some meaning? <Q> It is put up in front of the bride's house before the wedding. <S> UPDATE: As I was asked for refere...	This is like a sign that there a marriage ceremonial is held in that area. The Janur Kuning is traditional ornaments, not to be confused with the Movie under the same name, that appear to designate the house where a celebration or a ceremony takes place.
Do roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ships take passengers and their car? I often see these massive RORO ships bringing new cars. I assume they are not always fully booked. Are there companies offering empty spots on RORO ships? To me, it seems like a great opportunity to start a road trip. I am not talking about RORO ferries, ...	Beside regular car ferries carrying hundreds of private cars, there are also RoRo ferries used primarily for freight on lorries that take a few.
Where to buy cheap secondhand samue and yukata in Tokyo? I will be next few days in Tokyo (Shinjuku area) and I want to buy secondhand samue and a yukata . Anyone can recommend something? <Q> I would try the Hanazono Shrine Antique Market in Shinjuku. <S> In addition to kimonos they offer used books, hanging scrol...	Ichiroya is one of the best places to buy a genuine secondhand kimono in Japan.
When traveling outside scandinavia while being intolerant to lactose, how can I still enjoy a latte? I have been intolerant to lactose for about 10 years now. This seems to be a common problem in Sweden since there are good substitutes for all milk based products in the grocery stores nowadays. All cafes also have the ...	First of all, globally speaking, lactose tolerance is the deviation and not lactose intolerance. In addition to @RoryAlsop's answer Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts provide lattes and other caffeinated drinks with Soy Milk in the US.
Is there a tourist destination where the new year starts first and at the same time the old year ends last? We were brainstorming where to celebrate the next new year. It would be fun if it is possible to be the first in the new year to then with minor traveling enjoy yet a bit of the old year. Is there such a location...	So if you manage to travel from Samoa to American Samoa you can have both the earliest and latest New Year lying merely apart 80 km. You just need to find two countries (or places), next to each other, in different time zones.
Will I be able to benefit from free movement in Europe My mother is going to get her citizenship from France within a year or so. In this website it is stated that family members of EU nationals can have the right of free movement. So will I be able to go to EU countries without doing anything? Just saying my mother...	If your mother gets EU citizenship, it grants some rights to her, but not directly to you, because you are different person, you are not your mother.
Where to buy zafu (can be secondhand) in Tokyo or Kyoto Tomorrow I will be travelling to Tokyo, and later to Kyoto. I am interested in buying a new or secondhand zafu , which is a special cushion for zazen meditation . I already asked a similar question (but regarding Samue) . I tried to search around, but didn't ma...	Matsumotoya in Kyoto sells zafu , though the selection is quite limited. Alternatively, if you're actually planning to study meditation in Japan , I'm sure the temples can either hook you up or sell you one directly.
What is the minimum age to drive a rental car in the US? I recognized that renting a car in the US is allowed at the age of 21 or 25. But are 18 to 21 year olds allowed to drive it if their parents or another 25 year old person signed the contract? <Q> The age of majority in the United States is 18, and that is the the...	In the states of New York and Michigan, state law requires agencies to rent to licensed drivers 18 and over, though such drivers will be subject to heavy surcharges (sometimes prohibitive, over $100/day) and restrictions.
Singapore events and attractions open at Chinese New Year According to Wikipedia , after Chinese New Year eve The two following days are spent with family and most of the island comes to a standstill So what tourist attractions in Singapore are open on the first days (especially the first two) of Chinese New Ye...	I'd expect that the island would be "slow" but that there would still be lots to see and do if you are only there for a few days. – Marina Bay will still probably take your $ so you can go up and see their infinity pool and view. Usual hours (Jan 31st and Feb 1st) , plus parades and Spectacular Link Casino at Resorts W...
What is the best strategy to exchange money to GBP in London? I know this question said about London which where I live right now, but I think it's applied everywhere. I have almost 900 Euros left which I want to change back to pound sterling. So, I googled a little bit and I found this website http://travelmoney.m...	Unless you're changing a huge amount and/or your time is worthless, just pop to the nearest non-touristy high street and compare the rates at the banks, the Post Office, travel agents, and maybe Sainsburys or Marks and Spencers (or a selection thereof).
Do I need to get USD to travel in Argentina? I have heard that there is an "official" exchange rate in Argentina and a street rate which is much higher because currently, the locals are finding it really hard to get foreign currency. When I travel I usually just withdraw money from an ATM. Does that mean that in this ...	Your best bet is to only take USD with you as it is super hard to find places to change other currencies.
Bringing cooked meat to Germany? I know it is prohibited to bring meat or dairy products to Germany,but I wonder if bringing cooked meat would also be a problem? It ispart of our curries and other material in the curry are beans and vegetables so the only problem is the cooked meat. Does anybody haveany exact informati...	Even if the meat is for personal consumption you have to go through a veterinary control.
Does an (almost) full passport increase the time you spend at immigration? I have been in front of immigration officers who thoroughly inspect every stamp in my passport. Is it a proper inference that it is more efficient to travel on an "empty" passport then a fully stamped one? Just a question whether or not you sho...	I can't see it being a good idea to renew a passport before it is (nearly) full - unless you consider those few seconds to be worth several hundred dollars.
London Eye in January: is it practical to just take my chances and not book in advance? We're going to be in London (first time) for a few days at the end of January. I understand that the London Eye is recommended if and only if the weather is clear, which doesn't seem to be a safe bet at that time of year . I've h...	If you know that you will have internet access in London, you can judge the weather at that very hour in London, book a non-flexible non-fast-track standard ticket online from your computer, select the scheduled time as the next hour or so, and then head for the London Eye.
Travel Doctor vs GP for vaccinations I'm about to be going to South America and I've been told vaccines can end up costing quite a lot of money (probably $300-600 per person). Just wondering, is it better (better in terms of cheaper but still safe) to go to an actual travel doctor or to a general practitioner (GP)? I...	For the vaccinations a general practioner (GP) will provide you good and sufficient advice. I would not go the GP and simply waive a list of vaccines you want to get.
Which ferry from China to South Korea is the cheapest? In less than two weeks my Chinese visa will expire and I'm considering taking one of the ferries to South Korea. I don't care about which part of China it leaves from, there are several choices. I will buy the cheapest one-way ticket, I don't care if it means slee...	Two days ago I took the Weidong ferry from Qingdao to Incheon, while both the Lonely Planet book and the ferry company web site state 775 CNY as the cheapest fare (economy bed) plus 30 CNY port tax = 805 CNY, the actual ticket was just 458 + 30 = 488 CNY
Is a Mexican passport needed to fly into Mexico from the United States? I'm Mexican and a US Permanent Resident. I'm going to fly into Mexico from the United States, and I want to know if I can use my Mexican voter's card to check in at the airport, or will I need my Mexican passport? I'm asking because I don't have ...	As per Star Alliance guidelines it is possible to travel with Mexican Voter ID card as a passport exemption
US Customs when coming through Canada I have an upcoming trip where I will be flying to and from Copenhagen, through Toronto. I notice that my departure and return gate in the Philadelphia airport is not in the international terminal. Where will I clear customs? <Q> Flights leaving the US to Canada do not have any sp...	Originating from or connecting through any other Canadian airport to the US (e.g. YQR Regina), you will clear US customs at the destination airport, as per normal international arrival process.
What is the cheapest way to stay in London for a week? What is the most cost effective way to stay in London for a week? Should I stay at a B&B, rent an apartment for a week, or stay at a hotel? Should I stay in London or the outskirts of the city? <Q> The most cost effective will be a youth hostel. <S> You can find t...	The outskirts of the city will be less expensive than the center of London but check on TFL for the travel card price before taking a "far away from the center" place to stay ! I stayed in London a few weeks ago and booked a hotel near Paddington that was only a tiny bit more expensive than the nearby hostels -- plus I...
What is usually an American breakfast outside of the US? A number of hotels outside of the US offer something they call an American Breakfast . What does that usually include in terms of food and beverage? I have seen this choice offered in a few countries but right now I am looking into what Mexicans think an Americ...	I have rarely seen a hotel "American" breakfast that includes genuinely American dishes like waffles and chicken, grits, or biscuits and gravy.
Where is a tripod allowed from high up in New York City? The title says it all. I'd like to make a time-lapse video in New York City, but most buildings do not allow tripods. Does anyone know where I can use one 'from above'? <Q> This may be better suited for photography. <S> SE <S> When it comes to private buildings...	Generally speaking your requirement of time lapse photography you will need a permit if you will be on city property and explanation of restrictions .
Can I get a refund of some (but not all) of my Oyster Pay-As-You-Go credit? For various reasons, I've ended up with more Pay As You Go credit on my Oyster card than I'm now likely to use in the next 18 months. I'll still be using my Oyster card, so I don't want to cancel it for a refund+deposit, but I'd quite like to g...	You'll get a full refund for any unused credit, plus a refund of the £5 deposit on the card itself.
What to consider for a last-minute impromptu trip to northern Sweden? I have spent the weekend considering flying to northern Sweden tomorrow to see the aurora borealis. I live in the US. I have never to Europe or anywhere else outside of mainland North America. The things I've thought of to take into account: a lot...	Hat, gloves, warm socks, and windproof pants (with long thermal underwear) would also be needed for that weather. The absolute minimum you need is your passport and your wallet. To see the aurora Abisko is probably the best place to be.
Dual Passports: Australian and Lebanese I am currently studying in the UK with a visa on my Lebanese passport. If I want to travel to Portugal I will need a visa. Can I use my Australian passport to get out of the UK and visit Portugal and back? Am I allowed to do that? <Q> Yes , you can travel, but you need to use bot...	However, now you can enter the UK with any of your passports - as long as you hold a valid visa in this passport (or are allowed to enter without a visa).But since you are apparently studying in the UK and your student visa is in your Lebanese passport, you should enter on your Lebanese passport.
Can I get back into Australia on a tourist visa if I have an unpaid fine? I am from Canada, and I have been in Australia for 2 years on a working visa. I have received a fine ($110) for disturbing the peace (public nuisance). If I leave the country, can I get back in on a later date, on a tourist visa, if I haven't pai...	If you don't want to enter the blacklist of immigration, you should pay the fine before leaving Australia.
Use of Travel insurance while going to Europe I am planning to visit Europe this weekend.I received travel insurance on behalf of my Indian tour operator and has coverage like delay of checked in baggage, dental, medical, and a lot of other stuff. My question is where exactly do I need to display the copy of travel in...	Technically customs officials can ask to see proof of insurance if you are on a visa that requires you to have such insurance.
Where in Istanbul airport can I rent a portable 3G/LTE Wifi hotspot? Since Turkey's mobile phone legislation is a pain in the ass, I'm considering renting a 3G/LTE Wifi hotspot on the two stopovers I will have there in February. Is there a company which could rent me one at Istanbul airport? If not, maybe I can find s...	You can check all mobile wifi rental companies by yourself and see the list of companies offering the rental service in Turkey. I used IUGO during my first trip in Turkey but this year, I learned that it is closed.
How accessible are the dirt-road parts of Iceland's ring road? During my upcoming vacation to Iceland, I am planning to do a complete trip around the Hringvegur. Because the Eastern part of Iceland doesn't have very many landmarks, I am planning to drive from Mývatn to Höfn (a 360 km stretch) in one stretch. I am hopin...	5 - 6 hours sounds reasonable in good weather, bad weather/snow will slow you down a lot. If you want to leave the main road to see anything at all, you will need to allow more time.
Are prices on car rental comparison sites the "real" price? Are the prices on car rental price comparison sites (eg: Kayak, Expedia, etc) what you will really end up paying? Or are there a bunch of hidden "extras" or other additional charges that you will also need to budget for when planning a car rental? It seems l...	I have used holidayautos.com (from the UK) to book cars in a few countries, all in cases full insurance etc was included and there were no hidden charges.
Chennai to Pune - bus or train? Summary: I'm looking for the best photo-taking reasonably priced journey experience when travelling by land from Chennai to Pune in India. This seems to leave a bus vs train choice. Car travel options that I have seen seem to be very substantially more costly. [Train 'sleeper' about ...	If train not available then think of a sleeper bus as that may be more comfortable to travel
Finding public toilets in Taiwan I've been in Taipei for over a week and keep running into the problem of not being able to find public toilets. I can't recall seeing a single public toilet in a street or park. Train and MRT stations have bathrooms and some can be accessed without a ticket, but one this evening could...	In MRT stations with bathrooms inside the station, you can ask the station personnel and they should let you in to use it.
How to find budget accommodation in Iran? I usually stay in hostels or guest houses when travelling, it is much easier to meet people than in hotels and usually cheaper too. Coming up is a trip through Iran and the usual suspects like hostelworld and Hostelbookers don't even list that country. I don't actually th...	There aren't many European-style hostels in Iran, but many of the budget hotels effectively operate like hostels, as these are the places independent budget-minded travellers in Iran flock to. You can find many Couch surfers in big cities.
How to find out which way airliners bank on takeoff and landing How can a layperson airline passenger find out (including in advance from wind forecasts etc) whether an airline will bank left or right, after takeoff and before landing for a given airline, time and airports? If given a choice, I would like to choose a...	Depending on the airport, you may be able to look up historical and realtime flight tracks on a site like FlightAware.com , Planefinder.net , or Radarbox24.com .
What is the cheapest way to get to and from Taipei, Taiwan to Shenzhen, China? I've taken a look at Seat61 and rome2rio, but they offer incomplete or expensive options at best. Aside from hitch-hiking, what is the cheapest way to get from Shenzhen, China to Taipei, Taiwan? Update: For early to mid July (around the ...	We've recently been expanding our content throughout China and by our estimates, the cheapest option possible would be around $155 USD and this is using an overnight ferry which is subject to sailing times as well.
I've got five hours in NY, what places can I visit in that time? My flight lands around 3PM at JFK and my connecting flight departs to Orlando at 8PM in the evening. Will that give me enough time to visit one/any places in New York City? <Q> Getting in to Manhattan and back during peak traffic hours is a lost cause an...	The most obvious place to visit in New York is Manhattan, whether that be Times Square, Central Park, The Empire State Building, or pretty much any of the other major travel destinations.
Alternative to public hot water bath in Japan for a tattooed person I'm going to Japan in a of couple months. I've got 80% of my back tattooed and I would really like to try the experience of a public bath in Japan. Many people have been telling me that it is not allowed for people who have tattoos. My question i...	There are lots of public baths in Japan that are free, unattended and thus open to everybody.
Liveaboard on the Barrier Reef at New Years - Book now or wait to haggle? Having got lucky with airmile flight availability, I've just booked a trip which'll see me in Cairns around the new year. I've done some scuba diving in Australia before, but never the Barrier Reef, so I figure this would be a great chance to try...	From my experience trying to book remote diving locations or stays in more famous destinations is that during holiday seasons everything is extremely packed in Asia and has to be booked sometimes 6 months in advance or even more if you require a certain (cheap/expensive) type of room or specific dates.
Renting a flat in Lille for a few months - options beyond Air BnB? I'm currently giving serious considering to spending a couple of months living in Lille in northern France, mostly to try to improve my French. I'm planning to be there too long for just a hostel or hotels, so I'm after something more permanent. A flat/...	The thing is for long stays Airbnb will end up much more expencive then some french websites.
Can I buy pressure cookers and mixer grinders in Poland? I am from Kerala, India.I am going to Poland (Krakow) next week for long term stay.In our style of cooking, pressure cookers and powerful mixer grinders (for grinding rice, red chillies etc, not for juices) are very important accessories.I have heard from sources...	There are tons of this stuff in Poland.
Gate to gate electronic device usage on AmericanConnection/Chautauqua Airlines? I recently booked a flight that's on AmericanConnection, operated by Chautauqua Airlines. I know all American Airlines and American Eagle operated flights now allow gate-to-gate usage of portable electronic devices, but back when they annou...	Just to report - American Connection/Chautauqua Airlines does indeed allow personal electronic device usage from gate-to-gate.
Are petrol prices in a USA state the same in every Petrol Station? I'm wondering how petrol price works in USA in general, specifically in California. Do prices remain the same regardless of where the Petrol Station is located? Are prices fixed for every fuel brand? In most of Europe countries the price may vary...	Each location sets its own price for different prices of gasoline (and diesel and kerosene, where they are available). The answer is most definitely NO .
Where and when is the best time to see the tulip fields in the Netherlands? I would like to see the tulip fields in the Netherlands. Where and when is the best time to do it? (after the flower blooms and before the crop)Is it possible to go by public transportation or is it better to do it by car? Is there a train ...	IIRC, you can see some flower fields from the “ Oude Lijn ” so from trains going between Haarlem and Leiden (which includes some but not all trains between Amsterdam and Rotterdam). For the best view on the fields, take a tour. Most fields are 'harvested' as soon as all flowers are open, as the flowers are cut off to i...
Could a citizen of two countries eligible for 90/180 Schengen stays legally remain in the Schengen area forever through repeat visits? Assume that a person (not me, I only hold a single citizenship :) has a double citizenship in countries such as the US, Singapore, Australia, Japan, etc, which are eligible for 90/180 v...	Legally, no, the rules are for a single person.
Am I likely to get a cheaper flight with a long layover? I want to go to NYC in April. The current price is ~£530 return direct. I was wondering if it is cheaper for a layover in another country, even if this requires me getting 4+ tickets. I have heard of Iceland and Montreal as possible 1-3 day layover spots for LON...	Quite often the cheapest option is an airline that has a hub in a country that is neither the origin nor destination, so you have one flight inbound to their hub and one outbound from it on each way. If you are looking for a long lay-over, you might look at booking two flights, rather than just one.
Can I use a USD travel card in Europe I've an existing VISA USD travel card. Now I'm traveling to Poland. Can I use this card in ATMs there? <Q> The only way to answer this question conclusively is to call the bank which issued the card. <S> There should be a phone number on the back of the card which you can call....	Yes, infact when you buy the card first time , they will ask for visa and travel documents including an airticket One useful additional info to save your money
How much cash can I carry while travelling from India to Poland? I am going to travel from India to Poland. I have a travel card, but what's the limit of cash that I can carry? <Q> There is really no limit set on the amount of cash you can carry into the country. <S> The only difference is whether or not you need ...	Any person resident out of India is allowed to take out of India unspent foreign currency not exceeding the amount brought by him on his arrival in India
Why does US Customs & Immigration ask the purpose of my trip when I'm returning home? As a US citizen, when I re-enter the US, I am often asked where I was, how long I was there, and the reason for my visit. Why am I asked these things? Am I required to answer? Don't I have a legal right to enter the US (as long as I...	In general, you should be extremely reluctant to answer any questions about your own activities from law enforcement.
Are shops and museums open on Sunday in Belgium? I am considering visiting Belgium on a Sunday, but if it's like the Netherlands, many shops and museums are either closed or have a reduced schedule. How is it in Belgium? <Q> I'll speak for Brussels where I live : <S> Most countries strive to make culture and arts ac...	Most museums are open on Sundays, as are they in every place I've been to in the EU (including the Netherlands). Sunday is a big day for many restaurants and bistrots as well.
Can I cross the border into Canada using my birth certificate and a photo ID? I want to go to Canada for the casino but I don't have an enhanced license or a passport I want to know if I can get over and back home. <Q> No. <S> You cannot cross the border with just a birth certificate and photo ID, as @Evan said. <S...	A birth certificate and photo ID are no longer accepted. A passport may be required by your airline oralternative transportation authority, as it is the onlyuniversally-accepted identification document.
Is yellow fever vaccine needed to travel to Europe? I live in Brazil and I have a scheduled travel to France and Portugal. I've asked on the Portuguese consulate and they told me I wouldn't need the vaccine to enter the country. I didn't ask on the French consulate, so it's the first question, but let's continue. Th...	Yellow fever is a tropical disease and the vaccine is only mandatory in French Guyana so it should not be necessary to visit mainland France.
Can I get refund from IRCTC? I am going to travel from Manmad to * * , we are 4 people out of which 1 got his ticket confirmed through the IRCTC portal for Indian Railways though other 3 are under CKWL/TATKAL waiting list. We all want to travel together but I am not sure if we would get the confirmed tickets for sure...	In case of Tatkal ticket on waitlist, refund of fare shall be granted inaccordance with rule for unused waitlisted or RAC tickets.
How to dry clothes while travelling in winter? When you are travelling and you stay less than 2 days in the same place, specially in winter time when there are not a lot of sun hours or even rains outside, it's really difficult to dry clothes. Sometimes you can find laundromats that may help, but you cannot depend on i...	Yes you can use your body heat to help dry out the clothing, but I've been told it can cause the clothes to get a bit of a funky smell.
Is it safe to drink water with a strong chlorine smell? Are there any health issues with drinking heavily chlorinated water? During a recent trip to Australia (Queensland, NSW), virtually all tap water I found had a very strong chlorine smell and taste. I asked locals and was told it is safe to drink and I did not get...	My understanding is that chlorine, in the concentrations found in drinking water, does not pose an acute health danger. There may be health risks associated with long-term exposure, and this is a more controversial topic, where the literature and expert opinions are mixed.
Will I need a power converter for my laptop? (U.S. based.) to Philippines? It's a standard U.S. Dell laptop. I'll be in Manila, mostly in a hotel for a conference. <Q> Wikipedia has some pretty extensive information about power standards around the world. <S> According to this information, the Philippines uses type...	Most modern electronics (laptops, for instance) have auto-sensing power supplies, which accept 110V-240V, and adjust accordingly. that if you have a type A/B plug as in the US, which is only rated at 125V, you should not try to use it in the Philippines without a converter. You'll need to check your individual devices ...
Is the water clean in Manila? It seems like a silly question for most of my travels, as I 'll be in a hotel, but I will travel a little bit. <Q> It depends on who you ask, basically. <S> The water quality is managed by The Manila Water Company, and they do monthly checks of over 1000 samples. <S> However, it's also...	Travel agencies and other officials advise that visitors in the Philippines only take mineral or bottled water The latest report I can find states that it's "safe to drink - for now".
Do both parents need to apply for a US passport for minors? So, I have a timeshare in Cancun, and I want to take my two children, both underage minors. Obviously, they are going to need to have passports. Their mother and I are separated, but not yet divorced, and she's, well, special. I've offered to bring the ex a...	Both parents/guardians must appear in person with the minor and provide consent, authorizing passport issuance to the minor.
Do Chinese citizens require a visa to go to Hong Kong for less than 7 days? I and my girlfriend (a mainland Chinese citizen from Heilongjiang) are planning to visit Hong Kong from Malaysia (where we both have MSC working visas), and will also be returning to Malaysia. I have been surprised at all of the restrictions pl...	Visa required, except for Holders of a PRC Travel Document (Lu Xing Zheng) containing an entry permit for Hong Kong (SAR China).
Why is Amtrak so expensive in the Northeastern US? Why is Amtrak so expensive in the Northeast US? I just looked up a train from New London, CT to Boston, MA (a 2-hour car trip): the round trip cost for two people was $200. Traveling by rail in Europe is significantly cheaper. Any idea why? <Q> As noted elsewhere, you...	Commuter rail lines are better supported, heavily used, and much more reasonably priced.
How does one know if a rental car takes diesel or gasoline? Quite unlikely, but what if I rent a car and forget to ask if it takes diesel or gasoline? Is it customary that it's written next to the gas tank inlet (I've only rented a car once, and this was the case). Or is this something that is easily deduced from the ...	Diesel rental cars therefore usually have prominent signs in several places, including on the little door or cap of the fuel tank itself.
Practical aspects of security when travelling in India This question is asked about travel in India as there may be useful specifics I can learn. It will probably also be useful elsewhere. Notes at the end explain my general circumstances. I intend to travel in India for several weeks, using long distance public servi...	I read that luggage lockers are provided at major railway stations. India, like any other touristy Asian country, is both safe and unsafe. Train travel is usually safe, while traveling in AC compartments. Be alert when you are around typically tutor places like transport stations and tourists attractions, but other pla...
How to go about paying bills at home during an overseas trip? So let's say I was going overseas for a month, be it personal or for work or whatever. In that time I'm going to inevitably get bills and my question is... how do people normally deal with that? If I'm billed a recurring amount each month I could just pay ...	We also have a system called bpay which let's you pay bills from your online banking, so you may have something like that.
What is a good data plan for Internet surfing in northern Italy? I've checked the webpages of some their providers, but franly, just like in the case of those in my own language, I literally cannot find my way around them. So if you wouldn't mind sharing a word of two or advice. I'm looking for a good solution for mob...	I think 3 (Tre) is providing good internet in a good price. I'll totally suggest WIND it is cheap, nice customer service plus you can buy cheap phones down there to put the card in.
What dialect of Spanish do the locals speak in Panama City? Do the locals speak standard Spanish or some sort of dialect? To get around Panama City what language does need to know? Is English popular or is knowing Spanish vital? <Q> Even if you do not know the right Spanish, you will be understood, although you will f...	Spanish is the common language in Panama and is not much different than Spanish spoken in the rest of Central America. While many people understand English, those are mostly concentrated around tourist areas.
What is this extra item that came with my travel bag? I've bought a travel bag and there is a piece that came with it that I'm having hard time figuring out what it is used for. Here is the picture: Any idea what it's used for? <Q> @Michael and @tohecz are close... but not quite there. <S> It's not actually a lugg...	I guess that you can put a label with your personal information there, so that the finder knows who the bag belongs to in case the bag is lost. The slot is there to make it easy to push the card(s) out of the wallet.

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