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What is the rule regarding tips in Czech Republic? Is it mandatory to tip in Czech Republic? I went to a restaurant and in the end I was shown a ticket with the bill and an handwritten paper with extra 10%. I read somewhere that tipping is usual but the service was so bad that I was decided not to tip. What is the g...	I am not aware of any "common" rule around here except that tip is almost always given by rounding the price up to next multiple of 5 or 10 CZK. For a lunch in a fast-food restaurant I do not tip at all, of course.
I am non-EU citizen working in Germany. Can I travel to UK without a visa? I am from Non-EU country (from Nepal to be precise) and recently moved to Germany for work. I am applying for BlueCard. I would like to travel to UK later this year, can I go there without visa as I am resident in another EU country? I can't fi...	Nepalese citizens require a visa to visit the UK.
Why is it difficult/how to make it easier for Americans to understand Australian accents? In previous travels to the US I had slight communication issues with people on the East Coast of US (New York, Chicago) compared to the West Coast of US (LA, SF, Las Vegas, Portland). It seems to me like American people have troub...	So to answer the first part of the question directly (why): There is a general difficulty for English speakers to understand other English speakers when an accent is thick to the listener's ears. The number of Americans who have traveled abroad is but a small percentage of the population vs Australians, New Zealanders ...
Can I return a rental car early? I see lots of info on the web about late returns of rental cars... but can I return the car earlier than the booked time? What about the previous day? I need the car for about 30 hours -- can I book it for 48 hours and return it at the most convenient time? (I'm booking at CarDelMar t...	You can return a rental car early, but whether you get any refund, or even get penalized for the early return, depends on the terms and conditions spelled out in your particular rental agreement.
Do I need an airport transit visa for Dublin, Ireland en route to the UK? I am Haitian, and traveling with a Haitian passport. I have to go to London with a work permit (tier 2 visa) on the 29th of July but I have 2 hour transit in Dublin. Do I need a transit visa? Can I get it at the airport? I also have a valid US ...	There is an exception that you can enter Ireland with a UK visa if you have already been admitted to the UK with a UK passport stamp that is still unexpired, but you can't use that exception until you get the UK passport stamp by entering the UK.
Mobile internet in New York City I will be staying in New York City for a week, and I am wondering about Internet access. Using my own SIM it will cost me $26 / day for 50 MiB, then $3 for every MiB after that. That quickly becomes very expensive. Is it possible to rent a wireless 4G router? Or can I get a prepaid SIM...	All the Starbucks have free wifi also the new free wifi booths around the city.
Getting Schengen visa from a European country without stepping foot into it? I have an upcoming travel for a conference in country A. But their consulate is pretty busy and I would like to get my visa sooner. Can I go to the consulate of a different country B which doesn't need appointment for visa applications and ge...	In a nutshell: going to different countries or changing plans with a multiple-entry visa valid for more than six months is not a problem at all. You are supposed to apply for your Schengen Visa at the consulate/embassy of the country in which you are spending the bulk of your time.
Going to China - The Great Firewall A friend of mine is going to China for almost a month until mid August.He want to know what kind of outside communication he will be able to use to communicate with his family/friends. We already know that Facebook is blocked but is it also on mobile devices?Also what about Whatsap...	Foreigners would be able to pay for VPN service somehow and the Chinese government isn't terribly interested in blocking foreigners' access to the Internet. In general, the big social networks (Facebook, Twitter, etc) are blocked from within China. There is no problem to access Microsoft services like Hotmail, Bing and...
In which developed countries (other than the US) does the price tag not usually show the final price to be paid? That is, the price tag on the product (or on the shelf beneath it or wherever) may say $1.00, but when you go checkout at the counter, you actually have to pay more than $1.00. To keep the scope of this que...	As an addition to the other answers, this can happen even in the EU: If you buy bottled water in Germany, then typically you will pay a depostit for the bottle, which you can return later.
Entering Canada - visa delays and tourist authorization My fiancée and I are moving from Switzerland (residency and nationality: Switzerland) to Vancouver, BC, Canada in a week or so for five years with a student visa. The issue is that my fiancée might not receive her visa on time. I first thought it won't be an issu...	Port of Entry officers may want to see proof that the person entering Canada will leave before expiry of their authorized period of stay. She may have to change her flights and stay back until the paperwork comes through.
Getting back to Heathrow for an early flight I'm staying in central London (Islington, EC1V). I have an international flight from Heathrow (terminal 2) that leaves early Sunday morning (07:50). I'm overwhelmed with all the options. Here's what I'm looking for: safe, reputable service minimal time walking alone in Lo...	One very cheap option will be to take two night buses, one to Aldwych, and then the N9 to Heathrow.
Dual nationality, not sure how to switch passports! I am a US and EU citizen residing in the US. I am going backpacking throughout Africa and want to travel on my EU passport. My flight is US–Paris–Tunis–Cairo. When do I use each passport? Do I book my flight on the US passport or the EU passport? Can I leave the US on...	Present the passport that you used to enter a country when you exit it.
Where to rent a non-city bike in Amsterdam for a reasonable price? I'd like to rent a bike while in Amsterdam to do a little trip. Is there a bike rental, which rents decent sport bikes? It seems like most rentals are aimed at renting city bikes, which I do not prefer. I only found one rental renting road bikes, but th...	A good renting spot for bicycles are the train stations of the Dutch rail ways.
Why is Diet Coke more expensive than regular Coca-Cola and other soft drinks in Indonesia? Here is a photo of a menu in Bali, Indonesia: The Diet Coke is 14,000 rupiah. The regular Coca-Cola , and other soft drinks, are 10,000 rupiah. It isn't just this restaurant, the same is true of virtually every restaurant I ...	It may be that locals will drink the cheaper coke, but travellers are willing to pay more for the Diet, so allowing the market to be segmented . The bottles only carry the Coke or Coca-Cola logo and since the drinks are all brown color, there would be no visual clues as which was which on the shelves if they were all i...
Visiting cave paintings in Dordogne with small kids We would like to visit the caves in Dordogne and see the wall paintings. We are travelling with small kids (5 years, 2.5 years and 3 months). I heard there is a very limited number of tickets to the sites. What is the best way to get the tickets (to make sure we get...	At the tourist office in Montignac you can buy tickets in advance, though it is limited to just a day or two ahead.
Can I bring cheese to the US from the Netherlands? We are going to visit our relatives in the US. I'm thinking of getting sweets, cookies and old Dutch cheese as small presents, but I'm not really sure about cheese. I found this that says it is possible. However, all my friends suggested to not take cheese with me. ...	I just came back from Amsterdam with a small block (about a pound) of local cheese that I bought in Haarlem.
Why are flights from India to North America usually late night? My question is regarding Red-eye flights . Majority, if not all, flights from India are always after business hours. Few reasons I found on the internet : Fuel savings due to dense air European and US airports do not operate outside business hours. ...	Flights are planned based on a variety of reasons, with one of the biggest reason being connecting with "banks" at the departing and arriving airports.
Is it possible to environmentally offset long-distance air travel? I've been doing some web research on whether it is possible to offset carbon usage ‡ for non-critical long-distance air travel, or indeed whether carbon-offsetting should be rejected on the basis that flying emissions cannot be undone. I had imagined t...	In a first-order approximation, it definitely is technically possible to offset carbon emissions.
Can e-cigarettes / vaping set off smoke detectors? I work in a backpacker hostel in Australia. Of course smoking is not allowed inside the building and there are smoke detectors in every room and corridor. By law in Australia the smoke detectors in backpacker hostels set off a fire alarm which we are not permitted to ...	Particles in e-cig vapour are thought to be larger than those found in steam and are therefore more likely to set off fire alarms.
Does any airline in the world allow air travel without government identification? It seems that pretty much every airline requires at least one form of government identification for flights, even if it's a local flight within a single country. Does any airline in the world form an exception to that rule? I was recentl...	Thus the answer to your question is - yes, some airlines, on some routes do, but passport checks are still very much the norm, even within the Schengen area.
Why do airlines gate check bags when there is still overhead space? On a recent flight, an airline employee (either gate agent or flight attendant) who had just stepped out of the plane told my family that there was no more room in the overhead compartments, and we needed to gate-check our bags. I asked if we could ke...	Out of first hand experience with this as a previous cabin crew, sometimes the cabin crew of a flight signal the ground agents about the overhead compartments being full in the middle of the boarding process, so to avoid possible delays if removing excess hand luggage from the cabin is needed, the ground agents will pr...
How to find out the name of a fellow Indian train passenger? A few days ago, I travelled on an Indian train. Near my seat there was a guy to whom I have given my book, but forgot to get it back. There is an important paper inside that book which I need. How can I find his name and contact number? Even the name will...	If you can pin down a specific person, you might be able to convince the company to give him your details. Try putting a personal ad in local newspapers that are sold in the towns of origin and destination for your journey.
Phone SIM Card for multiple countries I have family members traveling through the following countries over the next couple of weeks: Brasil Argentina Chile Peru Mexico Considering that they're spending 4-6 days in each country, they want to have a phone in hand to be able to contact family back home, and more i...	A few years ago, getting a SIM in each country would have been my recommendation, as they were easily purchased from any kiosko for small cash and no questions.
Traveling to Canada as a US Citizen for a very short trip I need to make a quick trip to Canada to get lemonade. Canadian lemonade is the best if you haven't had it. My question is, can I go to Canada, get lemonade, and come back into the US without a passport? I would bring all my documents such as birth certificate,...	U.S. citizens and nonimmigrant aliens from Canada entering the United States by land or sea are required to present a valid WHTI-compliant document, which include: Passports U.S. Passport Cards
Traveling from Kobe to KIX airport to catch early morning flight I have a 9:30AM international flight from KIX airport. I intend to stay at Kobe the night before. I've read that the ferry service from Kobe to KIX takes about 30 minutes and is convenient. Is this ferry service accessible to anyone (do I need to enter ...	The most sensible way to go between KIX and central Kobe city ( i.e. , Sannomiya station) is definitely by direct bus , unless of course you have a rail pass which makes trains "free", but even then you might still want to take the bus for convenience.
Can I stay in Schengen area after my visa expires if I enter while the visa is valid? I have an Egyptian passport and a valid one year multiple-entry Schengen visa, which will expire in mid-Sept. 2014. Can I enter a Schengen country a day before it expires for a short trip and exit after it expires? What is the penalty...	You can enter a Schengen country on the last day of validity of your visa but, unlike US visas, you must also legally leave the Schengen area before your visa expires (or obtain some other visa or legal means to stay).
Bug spray on my suitcase I'm currently in the United States but I will be leaving in a few days. I just realised that some bug spray (insect repellent) spilt in my suitcase. Is the spilt spray a big issue? Will I need to buy a suitcase? Not a lot spilt and I already disposed of the original container. <Q> Just wipe it ...	Of course DEET (the active ingredient in a lot of bug sprays) can damage plastics when wet (softening the plastic, many people end up with fingerprints on their cameras when spraying their hands with the stuff, then picking up the camera to take pictures), so best make sure you don't touch it until it's dry. There shou...
Getting around in London without preordering Oyster card In about 20 hours I will be leaving for a trip that will take me to London. My plan for getting around while there had been to get an Oyster card, but at the last moment I discover that they have to be bought in advance. https://www.tfl.gov.uk/travel-information...	you can " get and top up Oyster cards from " London Travel Information Centres Oyster Ticket Stops
What is the correct way to pay in a restaurant when you get the check in a book? In German restaurants (at least the less fancy ones) the waiter usually brings you the check and immediately collects the money. In other European countries (e.g. France, Italy, Belgium), the waiter brings you the check and leaves. I've ...	If you have exactly the amount you want/have to pay (including cash), you can either put the money on the table, or in the book on the table and leave.
Precautions when travelling to Middle East (DXB,SHJ) w.r.t PC and Kindle contents? My memory may be incorrect, but UAE and neighboring countries are quite strict on censorship and from what I remember, even things such as Orkut were blocked and large chunks of magazines blacked out for being offensive (late 90's, early...	Kindles etc are not going to be examined at all. No porn, no religious stuff (bibles and other symbols or jewerly), no pork meat, no drugs.
Rent a Car in Constanta Airport with return in another country Is there any means to rent a car in Constanta (RO) for one day and the return to be in another city, like Dobrich, BG or Varna BG? Is a private transport (taxi) a better alternative to go from Constanta airport (RO) to Dobrich (BG) as the distance is not s...	Renting a car from one country and dropping it off in another is generally allowed by major companies such as Europcar, Sixt, etc. There is a Bulgarian company that offers transfers from Constanta Airport to some Bulgarian Black Sea resorts - I assume that it should be possible to bring you to Dobrich, but you better c...
How to leave Hong Kong International Airport by foot Is there any way to leave HKIA by foot? I have a 4 hour stopover, so I would like to shortly visit the neighbouring city of Tung Chung (home to 200-year-old forts and temples), but I want to avoid the hassle of withdrawing the few Hong Kong dollars needed to g...	Walking directions for Google maps says yes , it's possible: https://goo.gl/maps/MVoPY 57 min, 4.6 km from Airport station to the center of Tung Chung.
Is there an obligation to renew a small child's passport before its expiry date? I obtained my daughter's first children passport when she was just a few months old. Now she is three and during our last flight an immigration officer complained that her passport had a baby photo. He let us through but it sounded like he...	I can't speak for Germany specifically, as each country sets its own guidelines for this, but there is a general obligation to get a new passport if your appearance changes drastically. If the appearance of your child under the age of 16 has changed due to the normal aging process, you do not need to apply for a new pa...
Can I carry a ceramic knife in the cabin baggage? On the airlines website , knives are listed as restricted items (but are not prohibited).I do not have any checked in luggage and am travelling from Darwin (Australia) to Singapore in Singapore Airlines. Can I carry a ceramic knife with me ? <Q> No. <S> Restricted item...	Knives don't go in carry-on, period.
Do I "Need" a luggage lock in the US? I understand that this is a question that easily becomes subjective, so let me phrase it as objective as possible. I am a person who so far has been traveling within Europe and the middle East, so far without any kind of lock. My luggage typically is clothing and things of lesser ...	The primary purpose of most luggage locks is not to guard against a bag being opened by unauthorized persons, but rather to ensure that the bags don't get opened by things they brush against.
Another scenic pass, near the Stelvio pass Drivers, the Stelvio pass is a well-known terrific pass to drive, for the scenery and the driving. What's another notable pass within a couple of hours? The only obvious ones to me are the Hahntennjoch and the San Bernadino pass. Perhaps locals would know other Great Passe...	The St. Gotthard , Great St. Bernard , Simplon , and Septimer are the most important passes in Switzerland. The Brenner , historically one of the most important paths across the Alps, because of its relatively low altitude.
Weather recommendations for Amsterdam I am planning to travel Amsterdam about November and I would like to walk around the city and rent a bike for some tours. I read to travel guide and the temperature is about 5ºC but they don't mention the kind of weather (rain, snow, humidity, ...) I'll appreciate any advice abou...	You can expect rain or drizzle almost at any and all times. I'd say weather-wise November is probably the worst month to visit Amsterdam.
Are aerosol cans allowed and safe, in checked luggage? Is it allowed to carry aerosol spray cans (deodorant, insect repellent, waterproofer, spray paint, i.e. any common thing you can think of that typically comes in spray bottles) in the checked luggage on airplanes? Is it safe to do so? My concern is that press...	The US domestic answer is that aerosol toiletries are fine: the TSA says that aerosols are prohibited, "except for personal care or toiletries in limited quantities".
If a baby is born on an international flight over international waters, what nationality are they? I seem to remember one of our members being on a flight when a baby was born, but can't find any reference to what happened to the baby in terms of citizenship. Generally you hear about pregnant women being advised not t...	In the tiny chance that the child does not get a nationality through jus sanguinis , it could be that the law of the country of the airplane's registration provides its nationality to a child who would otherwise be stateless born on its airplane.
If a baby is born mid-flight, what happens visa-wise for them when they land in a foreign country, sans-passport? I asked a similar question about what nationality a newborn midflight gets , but I'm also now wondering - when they land, what happens? Normally you need a passport and possibly a visa to travel - so how a...	We got a Chinese visa for my daughter to put in her ETD, so that she would be permitted to leave China when she was ready (again, more EEB visits). If the baby remains in the UK for 10 years without leaving, they acquire British Citizenship via the British Nationality Act 1981,
Is it possible to downgrade a business/first class flight to economy without the ticket purchaser knowing? Suppose a rich relative has invited you to visit, or maybe a generous company is sending you to a conference , and they buy you a ticket in first class. But you feel like this is either a waste of money, or you'r...	It really depends on how the "ticket" is provided to you but assuming it is an airline printed ticket rather than an e-Ticket; A lot of tickets have AGT/REF endorsements which means any refund must go back to the purchaser via the agent.
Is there room for a rollaboard in a CRJ-200 overhead bin? I've got a flight coming up on a CRJ-200. I know this is a smaller plane — is there room in the overhead bin for a rollaboard? I usually prefer to fly with carry-on luggage, even paying the upgrade so that I can be sure to be first on the plane and more likely t...	The overhead bin allows for a 52.5" × 14" × 9.5" bag, but, if memory serves, Delta makes passengers check all roll-aboards on the CRJ-200 since they reserve the overhead space for soft-sided bags and jackets.
From Munich to Berlin, 6 hours in Dresden or Nuremberg or Bamberg or Leipzig? I am taking train from Munich to Berlin, and want to stop somewhere in the middle for about 6 hours (have lunch, visit one museum/tourist spot and then casually stroll around). I am wondering which of the 4 is better fit? I personally want ...	Nuremberg has toy and railway museum which seems to be interesting.
Most comfortable seats for family of four - Philippine Airlines Boeing 777-300er SFO-MNL I'm traveling with wife, 6 yr old and 2 yr old son. Wife is asking me where is the best seat (Economy) for our family of four, comfortable for the kids. 15 hour straight flight. <Q> After checking the seat layout provided in @pnuts...	No good seats to fit your exact needs
Why isn't it safe to swim on Goa's beaches in the "off season" (June-September) The Wikivoyage Goa page contains the following snippet: just don't get into the water at all in the off season. The safe swimming period in Goa is November to early May I was at one of the beaches earlier, and other than the weather b...	As it is also the off-season, there are unlikely to be (as many) lifeguards watching for the unwary tourist, so the beaches would be marked with swimming off limits or unsafe.
How safe is Addis Ababa? I have a friend traveling to Addis Ababa. He is a bit worried since it's his first time outside Europe. How safe is the city? Can you walk alone? is it dangerous to a foreigner not used to travel in Africa? <Q> Addis is possibly the least 'African' capital south of the Sahara (short of the capi...	For all intents and purposes, Addis is fairly, but obviously not completely, safe.
How does one respectfully greet someone in Japan? Every country has different cultural greetings. I was wondering if handshaking is ok in Japan? Or do they have their own cultural greeting. I'm not talking about greeting in their language but more the body language. <Q> As long as you are polite for western standards i...	Japanese people are well-aware that many other cultures greet by handshake, and some people will thus be eager to use a handshake with non-Japanese people.
What are the options for a non-EU national who wants to extend his stay in Switzerland (totaling less than 90 days)? I am currently working in Switzerland on work permit and my parents obtained a Schengen Visa for travel which has a validity of 90 days. In the visa, the duration of stay is mentioned to be 55 days - th...	Alternatively, they could also get another visa but Schengen visas need to be obtained in their country of residence
Could one find and hire a guide for Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic for a day? I have read that it may be helpful for a tourist to hire a private guide for a day in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Similarly, I have read that one could higher a taxi driver to be a private driver for a day. Is it indeed reasonabl...	There should be some government approved guides around - head to the local government tourist office. Based on personal experience traveling around the region (though I'm yet to make it to Dominican Republic - been to Guatemala, Haiti, Panama and Honduras), your best bet would be to find someone on the ground once you ...
Macau/Hong Kong: Visa for going back and forth As an EU citizen, Macau will give me a 90 day visa upon arrival. Can I visit Hong Kong with that every other weekend or will leaving Macau void my visa? <Q> Yes , you can visit Hong Kong and re-enter. <S> Each individual authorization will end when you leave Macau, but ...	To be exact, as an EU citizen you do not need a visa for Macau, you will be granted a 90-day entry permit authorization to stay on arrival .
Can one carry an internal hard-drive in cabin-luggage? I'm currently in the process of moving from France to Canada. I have plenty of computer equipment that I just put in boxes and that will be sent by naval transport. One thing I'm scared off though, is that people handling my boxes and/or the container aren't reall...	I've never had a single issue with enclosed hard drives - nearly everyone seems to know what they are and understand that they pose no security hazard. For added protection, I would also recommend splurging on a quality hard drive carrying case.
Which European cities are connected by convenient night boat? Each year I go on a city trip with some friends, within Europe. We go around five days, and in recent years we've started visiting several cities in that time. We have a new idea: to cut down on the time lost travelling in between cities, we could use night...	The night ferry Harwich/Hook of Holland I have to mention the Norwegian "Hurtigrute", which runs between Bergen, Trondheim and even further up north (it stops at a lot of places in between).
What is the limit of cabin baggage on Wizz Air flights? What's the weight limit on Wizz Air, for cabin baggage? I can't find anything about the weight on their website. I know that for Ryanair is 10kg, and EasyJet say they don't have a limit for weight. <Q> As at October 4, 2012, WizzAir implemented a new cabin ba...	Wizz Air offers two cabin baggage options, but has a strict “one cabin baggage per passenger” policy.
Food on the TGVs between France and Spain? In a few days time, I'll be taking a long TGV trip, on the new(ish) service between Barcelona and Paris. Given the length of the journey, I'm wondering about the food available on board, and hence if I should be looking to buy some things before boarding or not. The English ...	The TGV bar also serves sweet snacks during the day.
What publicly accessible vantage points exist in Portland, Oregon? Any publicly accessible tall buildings that are good for views & photography in Portland, Oregon? Or is the Aerial tram a better bet? <Q> Portland City Grill is a restaurant at the top of the U.S. Bancorp Tower and was voted "Best View" in 2003 by USA...	I recommend the Pittock Mansion for a stunning view over Portland.
Send 1 overweight suitcase instead of 2 underweight? We're traveling internationally as a couple and are allowed 2 pieces of checked in luggage. Is it OK to send 1 slightly overweight piece instead of 2 underweight pieces? Edit: flying El Al <Q> Take two suitcases. <S> You will (probably) get charged extra for the ove...	One overweight, stuffed to capacity case won't work. Bringing two bags will give you a sort of insurance against baggage delay or loss - put a mixture of possessions in each bag.
Is it possible to get a tentative flight itinerary to apply for Taiwan visa without paying? I live in the United States (Ohio), have green card, and would like to visit Taiwan. To do so I need to get an entry visa, however, to get an entry visa they want me to book a flight and get a tentative flight itinerary. Unfort...	Travel agents are able to hold flights without committing to the ticket.
What happens when you book a flight to a country you don't have a visa for? I'm a travel newbie but I do want to travel to a lot of places. It seems that I could book flights to where ever I want to go, but some countries have visa requirements. What happens if you do get a flight, arrive at the destination, and then...	The airline is unlikely to offer you a refund if you show up for departure with no visa.
Claiming compensation for late service of Eurotunnel Yesterday I was coming back from France using the Euro Tunnel , and they had substantial delays of about 90 minutes. Hence the question: when is it possible to claim any compensation from them for the delay? What is the procedure and what are the possible compensati...	If you have a legitimate complaint and have the supporting documentation, you can send a detailed description of your complaint to... Customer Relations TeamEurotunnelUK
Airline compensation for failure to check visa eligibility? Asking from Australia and about Malaysian Airlines specifically: How good a case is it to seek compensation for flights if the airline failed to check documentation correctly and let us board in the first place? My partner and I boarded a flight to a desti...	Generally speaking, even if the arrival country require so, I can not see why you could blame an airline company for bringing you from A to B at your request.
How to apply for Vietnam tourist visa My passport is Canadian, and I live in Japan. I have a 10 hour stopover in Hanoi and a 16 hour stopover in Ho Chi Minh 2 weeks later. I'd like to explore the cities during at least one of these stopovers. While most countries have an official government website explaining visa pr...	It is also possible to acquire a "Pre-approved Visa on Arrival" for Vietnam, provided your are entering by air to Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi or Da Nang airports.
How can I work out the price of a UK bus fare online? I find it vexing and confusing that, while I can get a price for any train ticket, coach ticket, plane ticket, taxi fare etc., there's no obvious way to look up the price of a bus ticket. First - who are the main bus company in the county where I live - will give yo...	In London you can also contact Transport For London (TFL) .
Must one always request a visa in his country of citizenship? As a general rule, can I apply for a tourist visa to a country, while in a country where I'm not a citizen or resident? Most visa applications require that you apply no earlier than 3 months before departure, but that assumes you have everything well planne...	There is no general rule , each country sets its own rules for this.
Going to Japan for 2 weeks, vaccinations I am going to Fukuoka in southern Japan for a 2-week holiday. Is there an official site that states what vaccinations I should get before my trip? <Q> If you are from Denmark (like OP and I), there is a very handy site called rejsedoktor.dk . <S> For a two-week trip to Japa...	A list for Canadians: http://travel.gc.ca/travelling/publications/well-on-your-way Sweden have similar sites: resemedicin.com and vaccinationsguiden.se .
Flight booking. Extra information to entice quick booking? I am forever seeing these extra of bits information when browsing for flights directly with the operator. Just how true are they? Where do these figures come from? Example 1: 22 people currently looking at this route I find it hard to believe that a relativel...	If they are not entirely deceptive, the numbers might very well be “improved”, e.g. by counting people who have looked, say, at the London-Amsterdam route, for any date (and not only at one specific flight), in the last 24 hours or something. This value could easily be generated by their standard site tracking software...
Traveling home to England with only 5 months on passport My daughter wants to travel home from Australia but only has 5 months left on her UK Passport. Will she still be able to travel? <Q> Your question is explicitly addressed by the rules. <S> Paragraph 12 of the UK Immigration Rules states... <S> A person clai...	Some countries apply restrictions on tourists (e.g. still having 3 to 6 months validity left on the passport) but I would expect that just about any country in the world would accept a valid passport from their own citizens, even if it expires the day after.
Is there a website with historical temperatures and weather data? I am interested in hiking this fall in France and camping along the way. In order to figure what gear I need to pack to camp (particularly for the sleeping bag), I would like to know what temperatures to expect. I am interested in historical temperature...	I tend to use WeatherSpark to look up historical data.
Do Ireland and Scotland still accept magnetic strip Visa or Mastercard credit cards? I'm traveling to Ireland, then Scotland in a few weeks. Do both countries still accept Visa or Mastercards with a magnetic strip or do they require the chip and pin system? <Q> When paying for a purchase, be sure to make the cashier a...	For most retailers you can still pay with a card that only has a magnetic strip.
How does one inform airlines of one's KTN, if the KTN was issued after a booking had been made? I have received a Known Traveler Number (KTN) from the TSA but do not know how to "activate" this pre-check authorization with various airlines. Is it possible to get this information into their systems when bookings for ...	I realize this is an older question, but since none of the existing answers mention it, I just wanted to point out that you can indeed add your KTN on the airline's website for existing reservations, at least in most cases.
Where to find public water taps in the Netherlands? We are wandering around the Netherlands (on foot, hitchhiking, and by bicycle). We aren't sleeping in campsites, but just putting our tent anywhere "in the bush". We are used to travelling this way in southern Europe but in the Netherlands we have trouble finding wate...	In the last couple of years, a lot of 'get water' points have been added in the Netherlands. Another option might be to ask water at a farmer (they usually have outside taps) or at a camping site (and maybe pay a little).
Is traveling to Ireland from CDG or AMS airports through domestic terminals? Is traveling from AMS or CDG airports to any Irish airport considered as a domestic flight or and international flight? In other words, do I have to pass through the security check in the transit or I will only change terminals or gates? <Q> ...	The only flights to and from Ireland that are classed as domestic are from within Ireland or the UK and you can travel on a EU issued driving licence or national identity card.
What can you do about being forced to sit next to a very large passenger? My mum is up in arms about that fact that she sat next to a (very) obese gentleman on her flight causing sufficient discomfort for her to grab the cabin jumpseat in cruise . The flight was a fully-booked shorthaul flight with BA from Heathrow. ...	Some airlines make large people pay; some others upgrade large people to business or first class for free as a part of their services (the airline I work for does this if no two seats are available in economy class). Once the doors are closed and the plane is moving without you talking about it, you have given complici...
Why does the airport insist that I show up hours before take-off The counter issuing boarding passes opens up three hours before the flight. They've asked all the passengers to report at the airport at that very hour. Once that is over no one's allowed to leave the area or enter it. I was wondering if it is a common pr...	I personally have not heard of a requirement to be at the airport 3 hours before, but sometimes it is recommended , so that if there is a queue or any sort of hold up, then you would still have ample time and not be late. Usually, you have to be at the check in desk some time between 2 hours and 20 min before the sched...
I bought an economy ticket and was issued first class ticket I bought a round-trip (6 flights) in economy. A couple of hours later, when the confirmed itinerary was sent to my e-mail, I noticed that 2 out of the 6 flights were first class! I freaked out thinking they may have taken way more money out of my account. Th...	Some airlines will grant an automatic cabin upgrade for passengers traveling on full fares, regardless of the fare code.
Travelling from Brussels to London without a passport I hold a non-eu passport which is expiring and needs renewing. To renew it will take 4 weeks. I was planning to travel to London from Brussels via Eurostar whilst i await my new passport. I hold both a Belgian ID as well as a UK biometric card. Will travelling witho...	If it is an official identity card you are okay to travel with it.
Which is faster, e-passport gate or manual border control? Whenever I've been through an airport since the e-passport gates were introduced, I have had bad experiences with them. When I used them, I was slower than my family who went through normal border control; the machine crashed and I had to go through the normal ...	This is going to greatly depend on the country, and to an extent, the airport.
What to do in Bangkok during midnight stopover I have a connecting flight in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport which was suddenly rescheduled from 1AM to 6AM. Initially I had to wait 6 hours in the airport which is already a big deal, but now it becomes 11 hours. Is there anything to do in Bangkok during the midnight of ...	The tourist scene goes pretty late, so if you like bars and souvenir shops, you'll be fine until two or three. From airport to center of Bangkok you may go by using skytrain. -- Bangkok has some of the best food in the world -- and checking into an inexpensive hotel for a shower and a nap. I would recomend you to use t...
How to safely transport external hard drives during air travel? I plan to take a few external hard drives from Boston to Paris (air travel). How can I safely transport them? Beyond backing them up, bubble wrapping them and taking them as in cabin-luggage, what else can I do to reduce the likelihood of damage? I am most...	Turbulence can occur regardless, so it is best to keep hard disk drives padding in bubble-wrap or foam. Laptops have been going through X-Ray machines for decades without incident, so I see no issue with external drives doing the same safely.
American citizen that visited Pakistan I visited Pakistan, to visit my family, and upon arrival home, I was asked questions, such as why did I visit. I was born in the USA, I'm in my twenties, and have visited Pakistan before. I was surprised to be questioned. To be fair, I was only questioned for no more than 5 minut...	As Pakistan is a country that people visit to transit into Afghanistan and further afield for questionable causes, it is normal that customs (well, immigration really) to question you especially as you are of the age where most people are recruited.
If you have a rental car from outside Germany, can you enter the environmental zones? If you have a rental car from outside Germany, without a so called "Umwelt-plakette" or environmental sticker what do I have to do to enter the environmental zones? Can I get a waiver if I show that I have a rental agreement? <Q> The ...	As you probably know, cars registered abroad are not generally exempt from the environmental sticker requirement.
Driving in the winter (Dec-Jan) from Ohio to California Before Thanksgiving I am planning to drive from California to Ohio using Route 70 through Denver, for the sights. But I am returning back to California in January 2015 and was wondering if Route 80 through Wyoming is better than taking Route 70 because of snow an...	In short, it would be a very good idea to be prepared for driving in snow.
Is it rude to give up your seat in Japan? I heard that in Japan it may be considered rude to give up your seat for someone else while you are on a train or bus, because it would make the other person feel in debt with you. Is this true? (Of course "priority seats" like elders or pregnant women are another matter) <Q> F...	Nobody will be offended or think you rude for doing that. There is a strong social convention that people should give up their seats (not just the designated priority seats) for elders, very young kids, the disabled/injured and pregnant.
Train from Brussels to Bruges I'm planning on travelling to Belgium this winter. Flying into Brussels, spending the day there and then travelling to Bruges and spending a couple of days there before another day in Brussels on the way back. I was planning on travelling to Bruges by train. Where is it best to buy train ...	In Belgium buying tickets was never a problem, you show up at the station and interact with ticket vending machines until they dispose a ticket for a handful of Euros.
How do I get an engagement ring past security/customs in an airport without alerting my significant other? A related post , made me wonder how you can hide a ring from a "special one" traveling with you to a place where you will propose and yet get it legally through security or customs?You don't want the surprise to ...	If you are going somewhere that absolutely requires you to declare everything in your possession to customs or somewhere that you think might do a customs search, you can always write a note to pass to the inspector while your fiancee-to-be is distracted, telling the inspector where the ring is, its value and the fact ...
How to deal with the fake police scam in Spain? I have read so many internet articles about safety in Spain, and the fake police scam is one of the most mentioned problems. Most of those reported cases are that the victims are surrounded by group of undercover 'police', accusing you of having drugs and wants to check y...	If they want your ID, agree to do so at the station with a lawyer or embassy member present. My advice is don't ever stop and discuss anything with anyone you don't know - if this happens to you, you just say 'sorry
What is this North Korean booze? So a friend of mine managed to get his hands on this bottle: It's obviously 40% and made in North Korea. I can't make out the cursive script ("..hung Sul"?), but it says 인풍술 (Inpungsul) in Korean, and Kanggye is a place in the north of the country. What is it? <Q> Inpung sul is br...	인풍술 Inpungsul is 강계포도술공장 which is Kanggye Grape Liquor Factory.
Why is plane boarding done at the last minute, with everyone suddently queueing at the gate? Every time I come to the airport and arrive to the boarding gate, the same scenario occurs. All passengers are sitting in the area, until boarding is announced. Then, mostly everyone queue up. I prefer remaining seated until t...	The airline wants to minimise the amount of time the aircraft is idle at the gate.
How far is the sea from Bruges and how easy is it to reach it? I am planning a day trip to Bruges. I was looking at the map and I saw that the city seems really close by to the sea. Is it easy to reach? is there public transportation? how long would it take? I know some may consider this a bit more subjective, but is...	In general, if you are curious about public transport in Belgium, you could just use Google Maps. It's a coastal city as already mentioned.
Wheeled backpack with waist strap? So I have some back problems, and my physio recommended a rolling backpack. But unfortunately, none of them seem to come with a waist strap. Sometimes I will use the shoulder straps of a backpack when rolling the bag along is not an option (e.g. if I'm cycling or hiking of whatever). ...	Eagle Creek makes quite a few wheeled backpacks, that come with a suspension type strap and waistband set up.
Is it inappropriate to record the call to prayer? I am currently on holiday in Marrakech, Morocco, and have found that the frequent calls to prayer from mosques throughout the day are quite a core part of life here. To record some of my experience in this city I would like to take a video of, say, the open markets in...	It is not inappropriate to record the calls to prayer.
Small suitcase with top-loading? Does it exist? I usually just use carry-ons because I can take out and put stuff in without having to lay it down horizontally but due a recent physical issue I need a suitcase that can be loaded and unloaded from the top...are there any companies that make such a thing? I'm absolutely...	A wheeled duffel bag may suit your purpose to a degree.
Where should I change Swiss Francs to USD to get the best exchange rate? I am planning a trip to a conference in Switzerland, and my airfare will be reimbursed to me when I arrive there. They will be reimbursing me in Swiss Francs. I want to get a good exchange rate. Is it better to exchange the Swiss Francs in Switze...	It would be more convenient for you to change your Swiss Francs to US Dollars while still in Switzerland, and you would probably get a better deal too.
Left Luggage Facility in Chennai International Airport (MAA) I will be travelling to Chennai International Airport later this month. I have a short trip for two days around Chennai before I go to Mumbai. I will need to store away my two standard international travel suitcases for those two days instead of lugging them ...	In between the terminals, there is a small room (opposite the airport) with a sign board that says "left luggage facility". As of 7 October 2019, this facility is not available due to ongoing construction work.
How to choose a foreigner-friendly bar in Shinjuku Golden Gai I see from other sites that some of the bars in Shinjuku Golden Gai only welcome local Japanese, so how do I know if they don't welcome foreigners? Should I pick those bar with cover chanrge to play safe? Or any other hints? <Q> One of the best ways would ...	Also, some places may be unfriendly to foreigners, but every place I went to they were friendly, as long as you kept buying drinks (Some of the smaller places can and will ask you to leave if you stay too long with an empty glass) You can find the places to avoid by looking for the bad reviews! If you have a companion ...
Declare an item is not liable for duty? I go on an overseas trip and buy a new camera while there. I declare it (when returning to my country of origin) upon going through customs. I pay a duty. I go on an overseas trip and buy a new camera. I don't declare it. Now I pay duty, plus a fine or some other penalty for (le...	Literally in answer to your question -- no, don't declare it or mention it.
Why are airlines against the transferring of tickets to other persons? Airlines usually either don't allow the transferring of tickets to another person after they've been purchased, or they do it at an extremely inflated price. What is the reason for doing this? One idea I came up with would be to allow authorities t...	They know that only a certain percentage of their customers are able to buy seats well in advance, and that those customers wouldn't fly if they couldn't get inexpensive seats.
At what time frame is there a significant increase of the price of airplaine tickets? I have already browsed through the various questions tagged [air-travel] and [budget]. In particular, I have already seen this question: Flight tickets: buy two weeks before even during holiday seasons? More importantly, I have see...	As a whole airfares do not increase, rather available fare classes sell out or become invalid.
Can I get off the train or discontinue my journey before reaching the destination station? I have booked my ticket for Kanpur to Guwahati. Can I get off at New Jalpaiguri? <Q> There are no ticket checks at Indian stations, nor is there any reason for them, since there are no crazy promotions that make it cheaper to tra...	Yes , you can get down.
Is New Delhi, India, safe to travel to? (Ebola Scare) I'm a fairly paranoid traveler. I'm in Chennai at the moment, but I can't wait to get back home to Los Angeles. Because of the general lack of hygiene here and, well, the way they handle things like food, I do not want to be in India at all. I've been reading that ...	I wouldn't worry about Ebola in India, and neither does the Economist . There are worse places to be overall-health-wise than India, I suspect.
Dress code for tech business training in California I am a male software engineer that works for a small technology firm. Next week (mid October) I will be heading to California (Bay area) to train on a software product we use in our company and to meet some engineers from their company. I have not been to California ...	Chinos/dockers, not jeans, a polo (at minimum) or button-down shirt, not a t-shirt. If visiting for more than a day make sure you have a change of clothes that would allow you, on subsequent days, to blend in and, hopefully, dissipate any unfavourable impression from the first day. If you feel comfortable with one or m...

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