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Car rental deposit €730 for 24h in a small car? For the first time ever I rented a small car (I think it was an old Citroën C3 with lots of scratches) at Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for less than 24h. I only paid €22.97 for the rental (including liability insurance, fully comprehensive insurance, theft insurance) and €...	The first reason is that the deposit covers the difference repairing the damage and the cost of claiming for the damage on the insurance.
Packable pillow for side-sleepers that actually work? After fondling & buying various pillows from the local travel stores & hours of research online over the years I have yet to find a foldable pillow that actually is "firm" enough to support a side sleeper. They all squish too flat though they look "fluffy" in the be...	If this isn't soft enough, carry one of your existing travel pillows and place it between the pillow case and clothing for an added layer of padding.
Getting around to transfer in huge airports if you don't know English How can someone who doesn't know any international language get around in huge airports, if they need to transfer? I'm asking this because my mother-in-law wants to travel half the world to visit us, from Europe to New Zealand. She can't avoid at le...	If she can use a smartphone then also try to get a SIM card that supports data roaming as in that case she could also use tools like Google Translate services around the world, however you can also pre-download dictionaries for offline use for Google Translate, which might come in handy. If possible use routes that exp...
Is the price per person affected by searching a flight for more than one person? When I search for a flight for more than one person I usually search the flight for one so that I can easily have the total amount per person. I wonder if there are cases in which searching for more than one person would result in a cheape...	They are unusual in the West, but there are some airlines that offer cheaper seats when booking for multiple people.
Are there any advantages to selecting the middle seat in an airplane? It seems to be traveller folklore that the least desirable seats on airplanes are the middle seats (in other words, with three seats directly next to each other, stuck between someone at the window and someone with aisle access). On some widebody pla...	The person on the aisle or window has at least one uncontested armrest already. less noise / chance of being bumped by a cart when the plane tilts a bit from side to side, you move less in the middle than the window (although again, aisle wins here) Sitting closer to the middle reduces This can also be a disadvantage i...
When using rail passes in Germany, can I use it in "urban trains" as well? (U-bahn, S-bahn) Take this german rail pass for example: The German Rail Pass from Rail Europe gives you unlimited train travel from four to ten days This pass gives you unlimited travel on the national rail network of Germany. And the ...	The German Rail Pass is valid on all trains within Germany operated by Deutsche Bahn (DB).
What age do I have to be to visit New York City's Times Square Ball Drop? I think I have to be at least 21, right? I couldn't find any information about this. Is it possible to accompany a person, who's not 21 yet? Or do I have to be his/her mother/father? <Q> It very much depends where you want to be for the drop. ...	For just watching the ball drop and the festivities taking place in Times Square from within Times Square there is no age minimum. Given the thousands of people, the surging crowd, drunkenness, night, the need to queue all day and the need to get back home afterwards, it'd be highly unadvisable for a child/teenager to ...
How can I find out when cruise ships (of any line) visit a particular port? I am considering going to some places that I know are on the itinerary of at least one cruise ship. Having been in Venice when a cruise ship went past, and later when it disgorged passengers into the tiny streets, I would like (assuming it's po...	Once on the page for the port, click on the "Cruise Ship" link for a listing of all ships that call on that port, including passenger capacity; or go farther down the page to click on "Cruise Calendar" to find out which ships are in port on each day.
Accurate hiking maps of Austria I'm going to Austria for hiking. In Switzerland, we have very accurate maps that are available online for free . Is there anything similar for Austria? I couldn't find a central place that covers whole Austria and includes all the information that the Swiss maps include: I would be espe...	In my opinion the best map is produced by the Federal Office of Metrology and Surveying (BEV - Bundesamt fuer Eich und vermessungswesen).
Cheapest (and hopefully fastest) option for family to transfer from CDG to ORY My husband and two young daughters (6 & 3) are needing to get to ORY from CGD for a connecting flight that leaves 6 hours after we land. I have ready about Air France Bus, which sounds the most stress free but for 84 EU sounds expensive. A...	It's a little cheaper and still not too stressful to take the RER B line across Paris and to Antony where you change for the Orlyval shuttle. Public transport options could be a bit cheaper but might not qualify as “stress free” for you.
How far can you realistically travel across potentially rough water in an inflatable dinghy? I'm thinking of visiting some uninhabited Scottish islands just for some "wilderness hiking". Particularly attractive to me are those islands which don't have regular transport routes to and from them (for a wilderness in its p...	Some of the inflatable crafts, such as the white water kayaks and sea kayaks are quite useful for long distance travel (much longer distances than you mention).
If a passenger damages another passenger's property (accidentally) on a flight, who is responsible? This came up after listening to a Rick Steves podcast on travel. He and I have both apparently wondered - when the passenger in front suddenly reclines their seat and nearly decapitates your laptop - if they do damage i...	However, if you can prove, that the seats are so designed, that such damages are too likely to happen, the airline may be made responsible - it all depends on what the judge will find 'too likely' or 'badly designed'.
Why police didn't even block me once at the airport arrivals? First of all, I'm not a terrorist or a drug courier. Starting in June 2012, I began flying from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) for personal reasons. Each flight was a round trip, so I would leave FCO a...	Drug smuggling would be a non-issue because you're not crossing an international border. There are many people whose jobs require them to travel frequently so that is not unusual enough to cause suspicion.
How to get a visa reissued in France after having lost my passport? I am in France on a student exchange up to December 2014. My Indian passport with Schengen visa was stolen. I got a duplicate passport from Indian embassy in Paris but not from the Schengen visa. How can I get it reissued in France? <Q> I don't know if...	You must apply for a new visa by submitting all documents and payment of visa fees.
Can I rent a manual transmission car in the UK with a Canadian driving license? I've read that in the UK, in order to drive a manual transmission car, you must hold a driver's license that shows you took your test with a manual transmission. I have a Canadian driving license (British Columbia). In BC there is no such...	Because a Canadian license permits you to drive manual transmission cars back home, it's taken as permission to drive one abroad.
Mattresses are too soft: how can I get a better night's sleep in a hotel? I've noticed that mattresses (and pillows) in hotels tend to be softer than I'm used to, and I don't get a good night's sleep like I do at home. I don't have anything super-special going on (no weird medical stuff); I just have a firmer mattress...	I found a helpful video for exactly this problem - and it's an easy solution: just put a pillow under your midsection and your spine will be much better supported. Also, you can call the front desk of hotels before you reserve a room and ask what guests typically say about the beds.
How do I search for connecting point-to-point flights? There are often situations where buying two separate one-way tickets from A to C via B is cheaper than buying a normal multi-leg ticket. This can be especially useful with airlines such as Ryanair, which specifically avoids selling multi-leg tickets. Is there a se...	azair has very powerful search options (see the advanced options), including choice of return and departure day, length of stay, period within which the trip should happen and a range of departure and arrival airports.
Is an Oyster card worth it for 3 days? I am in London for about three days in December (Sunday - Wednesday). I have to get from Heathrow to Balham/Clapham and then to various museums and galleries in the Westminster region during this time. I was thinking that the easiest and cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Bal...	You always (or very nearly always anyway) get a (slightly) cheaper ticket price with the Oyster card than you do with paper tickets, and when your journey is over, you can turn in your Oyster card and receive a cash rebate for any unused credit plus the original £5 deposit for the card itself. It is far cheaper to take...
Road Conditions on drive from Washington, DC to Quebec City over Christmas ** Revised based on comments We are planning a road trip from Washington DC to Quebec City around the 3rd week of December, following the route prescribed by Google Maps (broadly, Interstate 95 to NJ Turnpike to I-95 to NY Route 17 to Interst...	Unless your driving in a snow storm, the road are usually we cared.
Which are safe and unsafe regions in Iran? Now there's a lot of propaganda in the west that leads us to believe Iran is dangerous and travellers shouldn't go there. Obviously there are major political disagreements between several governments and the Iranian government and this should be taken into account. But at a ...	Iran is in general very safe, both for Iranians and foreigners. Get the Lonely Planet guide and you'll be well set up. Obviously, there are some places that are not safe, not only for tourists, but also for ordinary citizens.
Free view of the Sydney CBD Where is the best free view of the Sydney Central Business District from within 30 minutes drive of the city? I'm used to the Brisbane tradition of going up to the top of Mt Coot-tha to look over the city lights and was wondering if there's somewhere similar in Sydney. The edges of the H...	Ferries taking you to Cremorne Point, McMahon's Point and around to Balmain East and Darling harbour all have spectacular views of the CBD.
Air Travel with an Electric Arc Lighter I have a rechargeable USB electric 'arc' lighter. It a similar model to the one shown here (sorry for the ebay link, best I can find and I can't find a picture of it working). When activated it creates an electrical arc between two points -- it's not like the 'element' electric...	Just had an electronic lighter confiscated by security at Prague Airport, even though it had gone through Gatwick Security without a problem on the way out. According to this TSA advisory , Arc Lighters, Plasma Lighters, Electronic Lighters, E-Lighters are not allowed in either checked or carry-on baggage. If you are u...
Is there an ontology of geographical entities to visit? I am a traveler of the kind that likes to log . I have this "ridiculous" race with a friend to visit as many country as possible, but we start running into issues about what is called a country. The basic idea is the more the merrier. So obviously, only logging e...	UN/LOCODE , which assigns codes for both places and transport facilities (airports, ports etc), and has over 82,000 listings!
Transfer of driving penalty from USA to UK license - does this happen? Okay apologies if this question has been asked but searching all night has revealed nothing at all to me! Simply put, do speeding tickets from the USA put points on a UK driving license? I got pulled over for doing 75 in a 65 zone in Texas and giv...	There is no transfer to the UK (although note that some info seems to be shared with Mexico and Canada).
If I've visited Crimea, what country do I list on my customs declaration form? On returning to the U.S. I must fill out a customs declaration form , which includes listing the countries that I have visited prior to arrival in the U.S. If I was in Russia and visited Crimea after the disputed accession took place, what...	USA, as most of the international community does not recognise Crimea as other than a division of Ukraine you should include Ukraine in your list, where Russia is presumably going to feature anyway if you have been living there.
Does American Airlines ask passengers to present credit cards during check-in? My mom is taking a direct flight from Hong Kong to Dallas, Texas (round-trip) through American Airlines. A relative purchased the air ticket for her in Hong Kong through the website of the airline (aa.com) using the relative's credit card. ...	While a few years old, this article on how some airlines require credit cards at check in states that American Airlines does not have this policy of requesting the card at check in.
Traveling from Paris to Düsseldorf What is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf? I'm flying into Paris via Ryanair from Rome, but there are no Ryanair flights from Paris to Düsseldorf (or anywhere near western Germany, for that matter) and I have yet to find a good train route. I'd like to avoid flying...	For example, it is written that Germanwings flies from CDG Airport in Paris to Dusseldorf: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_de_Gaulle_Airport - don't forget to check the other Paris airports as well! What the cheapest mode of transportation is at a given time largely depends on the time of booking and the available...
How far can one go from Addis Ababa without needing prevention medication for Malaria? I am travelling to Ethiopia and I was informed that you don't need medication regarding Malaria if you go to Addis Ababa. This is due to the fact that the city is above 2000mts where the mosquitos that spread it don't exist. That wa...	Malaria is prevalent in Ethiopia outside of the highland areas excluding Addis Ababa.
Is it recommended to hire a car in northern Thailand? From whom? My partner and I are going to be traveling in the north of Thailand for a few days next month. Is it a good idea to hire a car while there? If so, where? I have heard that some car rental services in Thailand run a scam where they notice minor faults in ...	I would certainly recommend renting a car when you're planning on visiting sights outside the city centre.
Is Iran safe to visit? Is Iran safe to visit? Since Iraq shares its border with Iran, are there any signs or news of penetration of ISIS or ISIL or IS whatever you call them, inside Iran? Is it politically stable? And also, is it being attacked frequently by terrorists? In short, leaving behind pocket thieves, is it sa...	British travellers to Iran face greater risks than nationals of many other countries due to high levels of suspicion about the UK and the UK government’s limited ability to assist in any difficulty.
Is there any specific destination in Southeast Asia famed for dentistry? I've heard in the past that certain countries or cities are popular "medical tourism" destinations, but not paid a whole lot of attention. But this morning just three days before my next overlanding adventure I've had a front tooth break. I'm no...	Quite a large number of folks come to Thailand specifically for dental work such as implants, crowns, etc.
What is the weather usually like in November in Palawan, Philippines? I'm planning on visiting Palawan, in the Philippines in the next few days.I am just a little concerned about the weather, it seems like the wet season isn't over yet. Even if it's officially supposed to end in October. Weather forecast still shows ...	It's the late rainy season but rain is very occasional.
Item for removing stuff from headphone jack on a plane? A friend just boarded an Emirates flight, with his phone full of podcasts ready to play. He's found his headphone jack is full of paper / dust(!). Given you're not generally allowed sharp items on a plane, is there a common item found onboard that he could use to...	First remove any excess cotton from the tip and use the hard plastic to poke at the paper until it comes out. Often these produce a strong air stream, which could be used to blow out dirt from the jack slot. Also turn the device off to avoid shorting it. Friend reported back, he successfully resolved it in flight using...
What is the difference between folio and invoice in hotel management? I was curious about the difference between folio and invoice in hotel management terms. Some hotel say invoice and others say folio. Are there difference? <Q> A folio is a list of your charges. <S> For example, phone calls, minibar, laundry services,...	Folio is the hotels record of your stay's finances and an invoice is your bill for that stay.
How do I get from Manchester Airport to Old Trafford? I'm bit confused about Manchester's Metrolink serving Manchester Airport. Metrolink website states there are trams going to Cornbrook every 12 minutes, which seems like the best way to get from the airport to Old Trafford with exchange at Cornbrook. However, neith...	The trains from Manchester Airport to Deansgate station are much faster than the trams into Manchester, and you can cross from the train to tram at Deansgate and pick up a tram to Old Trafford.
Visiting software development companies in LA area/Silicon Valley I'm a norwegian, headed for the 2015 CES show in Las Vegas in january. We're landing at LAX and we're renting a car. I'm VERY interested in software, hardware and everything that has to do with computers, phones, tablets, etc. I was wondering if there w...	None of the major software companies based in the San Francisco Bay Area (including Silicon Valley) appear to offer tours to the general public; I looked up Google, Facebook, Apple, Oracle, Hewlett-Packard, eBay, Symantec, Intuit, and Salesforce.com.
Places in US cities to sleep/kill time after a redeye? I am taking a redeye flight that lands a major USA city at 6AM and it's possible I won't be able to check in to my hotel until 3PM. I'm probably going to be pretty useless after a redeye; I'd like to find a cheap place to sleep and hang out for a while until my h...	In a hostel you still may need to wait until check in time, but they should always have one or more common areas with couches, beanbags, hammocks, deckchairs, etc.
How can I see currency exchange rates? I need to know how many pounds I can get from my dollars? I need to know it before traveling, since I want to make a plan before going to London, and everything is in pounds and euros... Also, which is better, change my dollars to pounds or euros? <Q> As Mark says, London uses po...	If you want to change money before you go then start with your bank, and compare other local exchanges to see how the vary from the base amount (watch out for commission and fees).
Vehicles required/allowed in weigh stations on US interstates On US interstates, there are weigh stations for trucks. Are they for trucks only? What are the exact categories of vehicles that must/may enter? If I rented a UHaul or Penske truck, would I be required to enter into an open weigh station? I know that, whe...	The short answer is yes , larger trucks like moving trucks will be required to go through a weigh station in some states ; AAA has a guide to weigh station requirements in Canada and the United States , and you should also ask the agency you are renting from.
What exactly does "nights" means when you book? Is it number of night you are going to sleep, or simply days you are going to stay? For example, suppose that I'm going to travel London and will arrive at 10am, 1st December. And will stay a week, means will leave 10am, 8th December. Technically it's 7 nights, but also 8...	Counting Nights Accommodation bookings count the nights you spend simply because that's what you need accommodation for: to sleep.
Good way to avoid bus luggage stress? Often when traveling by bus you're supposed to leave your big bag in the bottom of the bus. When there are stops before your final destination someone could just take your bag. Of course I wouldn't leave valuables in this luggage, but it would still be extremely annoying if it got...	If you can't take it into the bus with you, and don't feel comfortable checking it, another solution may be to pay a parcel service to deliver your luggage separately.
Can I skip the last leg of my domestic return flight? I've seen some comments on 'hidden city' ticketing, but am not sure if what I'm considering falls under that description. My original tickets were MKE-CLE-IAD and back IAD-CLE-MKE. The airline (United) changed my tickets after confirmation -- no idea why -- they m...	If you're not using any points or anything like that I just don't see why not doing it.
Manchester, UK Airport time to get through security I am flying from Manchester to Heathrow to Brussels. How long will it take me to get from the train station in the Manchester Airport to the British Airways gate - I am US Citizen and assume I will not need to go through customs but will need to go through security. ...	Regarding the transfer time from the train station to the British Airways gate, it's hard to be exact since security checks can take an arbitrary amount of time, depending on how busy they are.
How do I cross US-Canada border while my (US) passport is being renewed? I'm getting ready to renew my US passport for the first time. Since I got this passport the ID requirements at the US-Canada border have gotten stricter, so I've been using my passport when driving across that border. I have no current internati...	If you have a Passport Card , you can use this for land crossings to Canada while your passport book is being renewed.
Would uncooked bacon go bad in a transatlantic flight? I am going to have a transatlantic flight (Canada-Italy-Turkey) and would like to bring uncooked bacon with me (standard packaged bacon from a supermarket). I will be carrying it in my luggage that I check in. Would it go bad during the travel (between the time I ...	Most countries have import restrictions for food due to diseases. Technically, Turkey does not allow the import of meat, although I understand that they're quite flexible with that.
What is the average & max temperature of an airplane cargo hold? I want to take some chocolates to offer in my luggage. Chocolates are a bit sensitive to heat, though.What is the average temperature inside a cargo hold?'Average by' itself can be misleading. What is the max temperature there? I don't know much about ai...	If it's super hot outside, and the cargo isn't as well insulated as the passenger deck, the temperature may increase, especially on cargo close to the outside.
Do airlines have to check the visa status before selling a ticket? My daughter bought a ticket for a flight with a layover in Emirates (from Dallas, Texas to India). She had a stop of 48 hours in Dubai. When she was checking in in Dubai for Delhi, she was informed that her visa for India has expired in 2012. Did Emirat...	An airline is not required to check your visa and entry compliance before selling you an air ticket.
Non-owner car liability insurance companies in the US I am going to rent a car for four days in the US (Colorado) and I need liability insurance. I am European and I don't own any car, so I don't have any liability insurance. My credit card covers CDW and LDW. I can hire the liability insurance at the counter of the r...	You could check with local-to-you European insurers to see if they can sell you liability insurance for cars you rent in the USA.
Arranging temporary childcare during a conference in an unfamiliar city Next year, I will be attending a conference in an unfamiliar city. The conference that offers a partial reimbursement for child care services rendered at the conference city during the conference days. This is entirely new to me, and I'm not sure...	You often can find childcare through sitter websites.
Exchanging Euro to CZK in Prague I'm going to Prague and I'll take some Euros with me, which I intend to convert to CZK. Should I expect it would be easy to find a Currency Exchange point, for example on central bus station or train station? Are they generally good visible or hard to spot? I wonder if I should 'prepa...	It is also probably good to note that some shops near the city center accept euros as currency, but the rates are usually not very good and you cannot rely on that all the shops would accept it, so it is better to have at least some CZK with you. I am from Czech Republic, and so I can confirm that there is at least one...
Is Morocco dangerous, in particular for a Jewish American? I may be travelling to Morocco later this year. I am an American student (not Moroccan by birth, only by inherited citizenship) and my last name is Jewish. With Morocco: predicting a "serious terror threat" in the coming months ; the growing number of anti-...	To conclude, Moroccans do not have any problems with Jews; Jews are part of Morocco.
Do I need a transit visa for a technical stop in Australia? I'm travelling to New Zealand, and my itinerary mentions a technical stop in Australia. Will I need to apply for an Australian transit visa for this? <Q> Yes you do!I had a flight from Europe which included technical stop in Sydney <S> and I found about it th...	According to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection , a transit visa is required "if passengers are required to pass through Immigration clearance and check-in to their onward flight, including managing their luggage."
How to get from Macau to Hong Kong airport for an early morning flight There are direct ferries from Macau to the Hong Kong airport, but the last one leaves at 20:00 and the first one at 7:30. For a flight at 9 am or earlier I need a different way to get there. I like to avoid a night in Hong Kong or the airport itself...	So there are enough ferries and buses all through the night to get you to the airport any time you need to.
Attending an academic conference is what type of travel? I am planning to travel to Portugal to attend an academic conference and in that regard needed a short-stay Schengen visa. The visa application has a field "Purpose of Travel" with the following options: - Business - Sports - Cultural - Other - Study - Visiting ...	It might differ between countries but for Italy, as an international graduate student in USA, I was told by the consulate that for attending a conference, it has to be tourism not business.
Is it currently safe to travel to and live in Kyiv, Ukraine? I am U.S. citizen considering possible relocation to Kyiv, Ukraine for a new job. Is it safe for Americans to live in Kyiv? Is there any serious chance of a major escalation of the current conflict, i.e. a full scale invasion of Ukraine, including milita...	From personal experience I can say that Kiev is perfectly safe as of winter 2014 and there are absolutely no signs of an ongoing war. In Kyiv there's no electricity or heat shortage right now (except minor issues not related to war in any way, the same as they happens in any other complex structure).
Can a citizen of the Philippines, widow of a German national, holding a residency card travel to the US without a visa? I am a US citizen, contemplating marriage with a Filipina widow of a German citizen. She lives in Germany and has two minor children who are German citizens. Our intention is to live in Germany until ...	Residency status is not a qualification for the Visa Waiver program.
Is there anywhere at Melbourne Airport to buy a Myki? I've had a read of the Wikivoyage page for Melbourne airport , and discovered the much much cheaper way into the city via the 901 bus to Broadmeadows then the train. However, in order to do this route, I really need to get myself a myki smart card . Looking on th...	You can, however, purchase a Myki for $15 from any of the Skybus ticket kiosks.
What is the advantage / reason for many trams being high floored and non-accessible? In the last few weeks, I've taken a lot more trams than I normally do, in a few different countries. Some of those trams have had low floors, allowing me to just step on / step on wheeling some luggage. Others have involved climbing up...	Some public transport companies report that low floor trams have 15% higher maintenance costs for the rolling stock, and 20% higher maintenance costs for the infrastructure on
What happens if the visa label page gets torn from passport? I am with a Sri lankan passport, and I received my visa a few weeks back. Today, my sister tore the page of the visa label, I have the page with me and my passport. I'm freaked out. But the torn page, the visa label is still there full thanksfully, what I mea...	Once you have a valid travel document (either passport or emergency documentation) you can then approach the consulate that issued the visa and request a replacement visa.
Traveling to Amish country Am I allowed to bring my rental car into Amish country?Do they allow cameras for pictures? Will they understand what cameras are? I know it's a very agrarian area but that's about it. Is this a community that tends to be welcoming, tolerant, or resentful of outsiders who are passing thro...	Many (perhaps most) Amish do actually have a religious prohibition against photography, and thus will likely be actually more offended by the taking of photographs than the average person being treated as a tourist spectacle. Amish are not hostile to strangers. If you have actual business on an Amish farm then they are...
How fast after the end of a strike does the Belgium railways return to a more or less reliable schedule? In Belgium the railways strike often. When the unions announce a day of strikes, the strikes usually run from 22.00 pm the previous until 22.00 pm on the day of the strikes. I will be arriving on Brussels airport ...	In reality the normal schedule resumes the next morning with a few cancelled trains still possible.
Is there a way to spend a night at Paris CDG airport? I have a connecting flight on Air France from Paris CDG to Toulouse at 8:30 on Saturday whereas my original flight from my home country lands at 19:00 hours at Paris on Friday. This means that I would be left with a little more than 12 hours at the airport but since...	In the same situation a few years ago, on the recommendation of a French friend, I stayed in the Hotel Ibis, which basically connects with the airport (easy walk from terminals).
Washington, D.C., or just Washington? What is the (formal) name of the capital of the United States? Is it "Washington" or "Washington DC"? I'm aware that "DC" refers to "District of Columbia", which is the non-state internal administrative division in which Washington is located. <Q> With very few exceptions, towns ...	While formally, it's the District of Colombia, inevitably people say Washington, D.C., from my experience.
What to do at the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport during a long transit? I have a 12 hours transit at Amsterdam Schiphol airport but I have no visa to exit the airport, and all hotels inside are fully booked. Shops and restaurants are all closed by the time I arrive at the airport. Are there areas to relax and get some slee...	There are also automated relax/massage chairs that operate by coin which you can use to time out for a while. When I had a long layover at Schiphol I found the airport park a nice place to kill some time.
How do you weigh luggage ? My luggage is allowed to be 50 lbs each bag, and I'm not sure how much it weighs. Is there any way to weigh it with an accurate weight? <Q> An ordinary bathroom scale should be accurate within a pound or two. <S> If you have a digital scale that won't register such small weights, then weigh y...	With some scales, its hard to set the luggage on the scale and get an accurate weight.
Cheap and convenient way to travel with kids around US I'm planning a family trip to US (from Europe) and although we're going to stay in NY most of the time, I'd like to go to Washington DC and around for couple of days for example. I assume renting a car is the most suitable option here, but when I sum up all the cos...	To DC, driving might be probably the cheapest, and then consider transit again.
Traveling by own car from USA to Panama I have been thinking about driving from USA (Texas) down to Panama. My concern is about safety, such as whether the risk of getting robbed or killed would make this sort of trip dangerous? One reason for this concern is that a colleague told me that drug cartels own the highway...	Mexico is not as lawless as the headlines make it out to be, at least, compared to other central american countries. Check for consequences if you lose your car for some reason and Mexico deems it to be imported, charging you import tax.
Do I have to carry snow chains in Europe? I will drive from Germany to Bulgaria through Austria, Hungary and Serbia. I will drive mainly on highways and I don't expect to need snow chains as the roads are usually in good conditions. Am I required to carry snow chains in any of the countries above? <Q> There is no commo...	There is generally a rule that you are only allowed to drive with chains on 100% snow-covered roads so you do not damage the road.
What's the drinking age in the duty free area? Is the drinking age in the tax free/duty free area the same as in the country you are in or is there no real drinking age? Can I buy spirits in the tax free even though the country's law doesn't permit me? Are there ID checks in the duty free area? Are the same rules e...	When passing through an airport your acts are governed by the laws of the country the airport is located in for everything from drinking to theft to assault, etc.
Are there toilets on the long-distance Translink trains in Queensland? Most of the trains operated by Translink in/around Brisbane / South-East Queensland seem to travel fairly short distances. The ones I've taken within the Brisbane area don't have toilets on them, presumably because of the short travel times. Howeve...	As per some other reviews online : Some of the trains are fitted with luggage racks and toilet facilities (usually located behind the drivers cabin or near the guard's cabin)
Incorrectly spelled name on international flight ticket I've booked my ticket using a travel agent. My full name is Muhammad Adeel Mustafa Janjua . The agent said the word length of my name exceeds the length limit so he used M instead of Muhammad and now it appears on the ticket as M Adeel Mustafa Janjua . Woul...	I don't think it should be a problem, if someone ask you can explain the same reason you stated.
Are dogs permitted on trains in Netherlands? We will be staying the night in Rotterdam, but may like to visit Amsterdam for the day without taking the car. We have a medium sized dog (breed: Eurasier, ~25kg) and would like to bring him to Amsterdam. He is not a guide dog, just a regular pet. We're looking to take the...	For bigger pets (like 25kg dogs) you need to buy a "day ticket Dog", for the whole day you can than take your dog with you where-ever you want.
What are the options to maintain a backup phone while travelling in the US? I have a working GSM handset without a SIM card. I would like to maintain it as my backup phone while travelling within the US while I am a student here. In India, where I am a citizen, this was easy. While travelling, along with my postpaid p...	One option would be to use a pay-as-you-go "plan" with either a long validity of the credit when you top up a lot, or a low monthly fee. You won't find as many options available, they will be more expensive than they should be, and people will look at you funny.
What documents should I take with me to the airport, if I booked my ticket online? After confirming my ticket online, the agent-website send me an e-ticket that contains the itinerary, PNR etc. There is no passport info or such shown in it - they didn't ask for it while booking - with the exception of my name. Do I nee...	If you're flying domestically you can board without a passport in most places (still, some identity document may be asked), but a passport will work also. Basically, any document to prove your intention if you are going to that country for any reason other than tourist purposes.
If you're speeding by 20, why's it less hassle to ticket for 10 or 15? [Source] 5 MPH over could be a discrepancy in measurement equipment, and officers do not want to go to court to explain when and how their radar gun was calibrated, etc. If they see you doing 20 over and write you a ticket for 10 or 15, it's les...	So it benefits everyone in someways (although some would argue you're letting someone off of a crime) to reduce the level of the offence, and give you a stern warning and a ticket.
Can I carry a bike on the bus to the airport in Rotterdam? Can I take a bicycle on the bus to Rotterdam airport from the city? <Q> No, taking a bike on the bus is not allowed with any of the bus operators in the area: <S> RET , Veolia and Connexxion , except for folded foldable bikes (IIRC the bus from Rotterdam C...	Unless expressly prohibited by the transport company, you may bring a bicycle with you on a train in the areas designated for that purpose on the condition that sufficient room is available for it in the judgment of the transport company. Basically, if you have one of those bikes that fold up really small, you’re OK.
Finding sleepover spots in internet cafes in Japan? The last time I was in Tokyo without a place to sleep, an incredibly helpful japanese couple guided me to an internet cafe that offered single rooms with a bed-couch for a far cheaper price than any hotel. They even had a shower. How can I find such places in Japan w...	Sunny Pages also lets you search for them in English , as well as a variety of other types of cafes (Maid cafes, for example).
I'm on a train to Vienna and I forgot the documents home, what can I do now? I'm on a train to Vienna from Milan and I totally forgot my ID and passport home. I only have the driving license with me which is not a valid travel document in the Schengen area. I'm pretty sure they are going to check the tickets and docum...	Milan and Vienna are both inside the Schengen area, so there will be no routine travel document checks when the train crosses the Itailan-Austrian border. In summary: I would definitely contact the nearest consulate as soon as possible and consider changing plans but if that's not possible, do try to board your return ...
Is it a sign of being gay if a male wears a white trousers in the UK? Long story short, we were a group of people on a short visit to London, one of us (a male) wore white jeans, then an European woman from the group told him that it is a sign of being gay to wear white trousers in England. We thought she was joking bu...	Some years some colours are just not in fashion and unless in fashion, white trousers are hardly worn due to the impractial nature of the colour for trousers. This a plausible stereotype with obvious origins, but one that has absolutely zero documented evidence as being employed as semiotic sign by homosexual community...
Why is travel insurance recommended when there's reciprocal health care? In Health care for Australians in New Zealand , it says Because Australians temporarily visiting New Zealand are eligible for publicly funded health care on the same basis as New Zealand residents, user charges apply in most cases to visits t...	Ensure the travel insurance covers any overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation, before you depart.
Knife and fork handed back for next course; customary in France? Recently, whilst dining in France I have noticed a custom that seems strange to me. Typically in the UK I will expect a clean knife and fork for my main course after finishing my starter. However, on multiple occasions in French restaurants I have been ...	That said, most restaurants in France will in fact provide a clean knife and fork and fancy restaurants will have several sets of utensils and a plate already on the table when you arrive.
Driving from Nice city (France) to Nice airport are there gas stations that are open early morning? We've an early morning 7am flight from Nice airport. Are there any gas stations close to Nice airport which are open around 5-5.30am and you can use your credit card to fill up the gas. <Q> Yes there is a TOTAL gas stat...	You will hardly find any petrol station in France that is not open 24/7 or does not accepts credit cards.
How safe is traveling from Texas to Mexico by bus? Given recent violent, drug-war-related crime along the USA/Mexico border, what are the risks of traveling from USA to Texas by intercity bus? Have there been incidents involving international buses in the recent past? Are there cities or routes that are lower risk to t...	My limited experience with Mexican buses (not in an area heavily affected by the drug war) was that it did feel dangerous to me sometimes.
Can I bring a large metal rose on a plane? I have a large metal rose, about 14 inches long and quite heavy. It's made 100% of metal. I want to carry it on the plane with me in my carry-on, however, I fear the security personnel will confiscate it. It has a few sharp edges, like the leaves and rose tips, (which are act...	The "sharp items" list is intended to cover stabbing weapons that could cause serious damage, and I presume a metal rose would not really fit the bill.
Safety in Warsaw Poland Just want to be prepared, with no intention of judging or whatsoever, I have some questions about safety in Warsaw: Is it safe to stay in a dorm? I've read some reviews where the person get robbed when asleep, some strangers came in and searched jeans for keys and open the locker, look for cas...	It felt very safe even at night.
Using restroom on airplane while fasten seatbelt light is on? This question about Why do flight attendants continue to stand, when the seatbelt set is on? over on aviation.stackexchange.com made me wonder what a passenger is supposed to do when they urgently have to use the restroom while the fasten seat belt lig...	If the sign is on, and you are in a hurry, the regulation is that you must stay in the seat.
What would happen if you miss the bag drop-off deadline and it's kind of the airline's fault for bad ground service? I turned up at the airport today in what I would consider moderate but not great (since the train was late) time: 35 minutes before bag drop-off closed. 75 minutes before departure. To cut a long s...	If the counter has a standard staff quota, then they will likely not have much forgiveness for late check ins.
Tips for taking a dog on a long distances (multiple day) car trip? I'm planning a move across the United states (literally coast-to-coast) and my large (75 lb) dog needs to come along. According to google maps it's a 36 hour drive, which I figure will take a minimum of 3 days once some slight sight seeing, eating, and ...	Something for your dog to sleep on/in, whether it's a blanket or a bed. On short drives when he's just on the back seat with a regular blanket he paces around trying to get comfortable. The minimum of travel equipment that we've found is: Water bowl and water. I always bring enough of his special dog food. Other than t...
I've booked a hotel on Booking.com using an empty debit card. Can the hotel still enforce their no-show/cancellation charge? Just today, I booked a hotel in Hong Kong through Booking.com using a prepaid debit card which has zero balance. My reservation was confirmed; however, I changed my mind as I found a cheaper plac...	Once you've "confirmed" that you agree by hitting the reserve button And sending the merchant your order you are required to uphold your end of the contract. You might want to check with the hotel (and the room/rate combination) you selected. : Booking.com promises "no cancellation fee" on "most", but not all, rooms.
From what point could you view the most US states? A fairly simple question: from what single point could you see the most US states? It seems like it should be a popular tourist attraction. <Q> Mt Greylock, the highest point of Massachusetts provides a view of at least 5 states. <S> Vermont New Hampshire <S> N...	From the top of Mt Rogers (highest point VA) in ideal viewing conditions, one can see 5 states; VA, WV, KY, TN & NC There were signs all over the Midwest (and probably South, and East, etc) for decades that claimed you could see seven states from Lookout Mountain, GA. The four corners area would be one spot where you w...
What do these different hotel rates mean? I was looking at a hotel room that I might what to book and when I looked at the rate details and this is what I found: Tue 09 Jun 2015 - Wed 10 Jun 2015 $ 161.00 USD per night Wed 10 Jun 2015 - Thu 11 Jun 2015 $ 171.00 USD per night Thu 11 Jun 2015 - Fri 12 Jun 2015 $ 153.00 ...	Booking at different dates shouldn't make a difference, unless the hotel hikes up the rates due to demand.
Am I supposed to respect traffic signs that are upside down (in the USA)? I am travelling by car in the USA (Massachusetts). Am I supposed to respect traffic signs that are upside down? E.g. on this road, there have been an upside down 25 MPH speed limit for a while, I have no idea whether I am allowed ignore it: <Q> ...	You cannot be ticketed for going the speed limit, although the implication is that if you do hit a bicycle or a pedestrian in a crosswalk, you'll be more liable for negligence than if you had slowed down.
Is it legal to have 2 flights in the air at the same time with the same flight #? My son was flying from a Rochester NY to Washington Dulles on flight 4578. They were to land, pickup passengers, then continue to Raleigh. The flight from Rochester was delayed so late arriving in DC. While in the air, the same flight num...	In the US, it's apparently common to use the same flight number on separate services flown by separate planes, leading to situations like yours.
Is China Airlines safe? I live in Sydney and I have bought a flight from Sydney to Christchurch - New Zealand next month. The company is China Airlines (CI) and I got concerned when I saw some lists considering it the least safe airline company, but I also have heard they improved in this aspect. The aircraft is the A...	Realistically China Airways is as safe as any other major airline.
Can non-residents of Iceland bring alcohol into Iceland? I will be flying from the USA and was planning on bringing alcohol. According to this site, http://www.kefairport.is/english/before-departure/customs-regulations/ it seems only locals can bring alcohol into Iceland. Is this correct? <Q> It is a case of bad orga...	You are entitled to bring in the same amount of alcohol as residents.
How to sleep in twins beds that are pushed together? My wife and I are going on holiday to a resort. While the resort markets the room as having a double bed, in reality it is two twin size beds pushed together with a narrow gap down the middle where they meet. We have stayed with this company before and the floor is t...	Using clamps or wires to connect the two frames together can be done in a quick-and-dirty way using inexpensive items like C-clamps, zip ties, etc. It will work with any kind of bed frame, or even with mattresses right on the floor, and will also ensure the mattresses don't separate in the middle, creating an uncomfort...
Is it safe to travel from Singapore to Batam by ferry? I have already read the general question here about ferry safety in Indonesia . However since the trip is supposedly only 20 miles, I am trying to find if it would be safe for a 20 member group to use this as a reliable means of transport both up and down from Sin...	With that out of the way: these ferries are extremely safe.
Are non-Muslims allowed to build snowmen in Saudi Arabia and similar countries? I recently read Saudi Arabia 'fatwa over building of snowmen' . A religious scholar issued a fatwa (which merely means legal opinion) against the building of snowmen, or snow models of animals (such as snow camels). Later in the article,...	it's not illegal to build snowmen in Saudi :)
Is it possible to buy a travel curtain for hostels/trains? While traveling in couchettes and sleeping in hostels, I realized that a lot of them lack a very basic amenity — a curtain for privacy. Is it possible to buy a portable curtain that you can easily install in a couchette/hostel bed? Ideally it would come with s...	Some better hostels actually do have curtains around their bunk bed, both top and bottom, but they are not many out there (but it becomes more common).
How much money do you need to have on hand when entering USA? My friend, a Chilean citizen, is entering the US via waiver program to spend 3 weeks in USA in a couple of weeks. She already got her ESTA approval, the plane ticket, all hotels are already booked (but paid by me, not her). How much money would she need to ...	It may sound strange, as many travelers here point out that they never been asked if they brought enough money while entering the US. Your friend will need "access to sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay".

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