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Applying for a visa from outside country of origin Is it generally possible to apply for a visa to another country from a country that is not my country of origin? As a concrete example to clarify, I have a German passport and I can travel without applying for a visa beforehand through France, Spain, Morocco, Western S...	While you've specified a few countries, I guess the actual question - can you apply from a country other than your own (ie on the road) can be answered: NO.
Is not checking in any baggage suspicious? I'm travelling from Amsterdam to New York with a stop in Reykjavik. I plan to only bring my 25L backpack. I've used it in Europe and I've found I can always buy what I can't carry. My bag is within the dimensions for carry-on luggage specified by the airline. I'm wondering: wi...	Tons of people travel with just carry ons.
Cancelling hotel after getting a visa? I am a doctoral student in Germany and am inviting my parents from India for a short visit. I sent them an official invitation letter from the Ausländerbehörde which is called Verpflichtungserklärung . This invitation clearly states that they will be accommodated at my apartmen...	I got a booking.com Reservation with "Free Cancellation" and canceled the reservation after the Visa was granted. According to the German law (§ 68 AufenthG), you do not need an "official invitation letter from the Ausländerbehörde" (the law says that you need an 'Verpflichtungserklärung', but it does not say that it s...
Colombian entering Colombia on day of Colombian passport expiry date, could I be refused entry? So I'm a dual US/Colombian citizen, and I just realized I booked a trip to Colombia on the same date my passport expires! I still hold an up-to-date Colombian "cedula" (aka citizenship card), but I totally forgot that my p...	Since you still have a valid passport there should be absolutely no problems.
If I know a flight is delayed can I turn up late for check-in at the airport? This is the scenario: I have tickets booked for a 13:40 scheduled flight with Emirates. I need to check bags in so plan to be at the airport at the advised 2 hours before flight departure (11:40) but I look ahead and see my plane is delayed ...	No you can't turn up late to check-in on a delayed flight , unless the check-in closing time is delayed along with the departure time.
Can I travel into the U.S. with nexus even though my passport has expired? I'm looking to travel into the states for the weekend (I live in Canada). My passport has expired but I have nexus. Can I still use nexus even if my passport has expired? <Q> From personal experience, while Saagar's post about using the kiosk is...	A NEXUS card alone is valid for entry to the US, even by air if flying from Canada.
What gesture to make when hitchhiking in Iran? According to Wikitravel , the thumbs up gesture is extremely offensive in Iran. However, it's generally what you use when indicating you wish to hitch a ride in many other countries. The thumbs up gesture is extremely rude in Iran, roughly equivalent to raising the mi...	Yes it used to be rude, maybe in the past years (to our fathers and grandads), but I've never seen anybody use it in Iran to show anger or disrespect, unless humorously.
Do Croatia, Serbia and Romania still stamp passports (travel from the EU)? Can I still get passport stamps from Croatia (flying from the EU), Serbia (train from Croatia) and Romania (train from Serbia)? If not, can I still ask for a stamp at the border as a souvenir? <Q> These two countries are EU member states and <S...	If and when Croatia or Romania finally join the Schengen area, they will lift border checks on land borders with other Schengen countries or flights originating from them but would still stamp the passports of third-country nationals coming from outside the Schengen area. For Croatia and Romania, it depends on your cit...
Pick up a package in the US sent from abroad Is it possible to order from an online store that ships via UPS so that I can pick it up while on vacation in the US? As I will be couch surfing I would like to send it to a "neutral" pick up station. What would be the best approach to do this? Can I enter a pick up statio...	In my metropolitan area, there are plenty of FedEx and UPS central depots/hubs to choose from when requesting them to hold your package there.
Why does luggage need to be rechecked across two American carriers? I recently booked someone from HNL to XNA on one reservation (one PNR). When he was at the airport trying to check-in his luggage with United Airlines to his final destination the agent told him that he would have to re-check his luggage at Reno Airpo...	Interline agreements address the issues of transfering passenger data from one airline to the next, which in turn effects the transfer of baggage.
Having a Skype (video/voice) in public in Paris I will be traveling on a family holiday to Paris. During this trip I need to have some (short) videoconf (Skype/Google hangout) calls. There is no option to do this at the place where I stay.Since I will need to talk, I guess an internet cafe/coworking place is not an opt...	You can try heading for a hostel to use their chillout room. There are two logical answers - one a lot cheaper than the other: office hire. There are various companies that offer this service.
What is the cheapest and fastest way of traveling between Liege and Paris with deterministic travelling times? I am planning to travel from Liege to Paris. The Thalys (train) has this route direct but although they announce very good prices, if bought in advance, I can never find them on the Thalys website . Travelin...	On the website of the French railways there are often good offers for last minutes between Lille and Paris.
Cheapest and fastest land ways to travel from Cologne to Prague? I am planning to travel from Cologne (Köln) to Prague. Some one suggested me to search for some cheap flight. But, I want to avoid this. What are the other best possibilities to travel from Köln to Prague (best means cheap and time saving)? <Q> If it has ...	The ICE trains as well as most buses between Nuremberg and Prague are sold through Bahn.de, There is also a slower direct overnight train with similar pricing.
Booked two separate accommodations after getting a visa, is it a problem? I already have a Schengen visa when I applied I had hotel booked for the full length of my stay. I found a deal with an apartment through airbnb.com and booked the apartment and the hotel (about half the time on each). Will I have issues with imm...	If you already have the visa and have cancelled your original reservations you can prepare a revised itinerary and attach the booking confirmations.
What style of bathroom facilities are in Hong Kong hotels? If I attend a conference in Hong Kong, and stay in the Sheraton Hong Kong, does it have Western style bathroom facilities (seated), or Eastern (squat)? <Q> I have stayed at the Sheraton HK hotel (back in 2007), the one in Nathan road (that's the English name of...	The Sheraton is above my discretionary accommodation level - but based on what is provided at less salubrious establishments, I'd expect western toilets in en suites and just maybe a squat toilet or too in shared facilities - usually well labelled on the door. All mid to upscale Hotel in China do these days especially ...
Do I need to change my ESTA address when visiting the US? I have an ESTA for my visit last Sept to NY and I know it is valid for 2years. I am going to Las Vegas in May, do I have to update the address at which I will be staying? <Q> No, you don't have to do so. <S> The official line, from the CBP FAQ page on the VW...	As such, while it's not required, you should update it as soon as you know the new address.
Cycling safety in Romania / Poland My friends and I are planning a cycling trip for this summer. We usually do this once a year and often go to the Alps (Austria/France/Switzerland/Italy) but this time we would like to go somewhere else. We're now looking into Romania / Poland. What we usually do is ride somewhere by ...	My advice would be to tackle the safety aspect in exactly the same way as you did it on previous trips and focus on more important issues: finding nice routes etc. Drivers themselves are very rude and aggressive. I don't know from personal experience, but have been told a lot of bicycles are stolen here and that you sh...
Where can I store my bag in Boston for an hour or two? I'm running the Boston marathon on Patriot's day (2015). I plan to attend the free dinner buffet for marathon runners on the evening of April 19th. However, they've stated that no backpacks/bags are allowed into the dining area. Since I'm checking into my hotel (i...	Another possibility is to ask the dinner’s organisers – not allowed into the dining area does not preclude some cloak-room facilities before that area.
Mostly-unlimited-data SIM cards for US citizens going to the EU? I'm a US citizen who is speaking at several EU conferences in Vienna, Prague, and Krakow next month. I'll be using a lot of data while I travel. I am currently a US T-Mobile business customer. To avoid the exorbitant roaming charges, I would like to pay ...	I’m not sure whether what you’re looking for exists. The only way you'll get close to any form of unlimited data would be to sign up for a new contract with a local telecoms provider in each country you visit.
Where can I rent a suit for a wedding in Tehran, Iran? I hope to attend a wedding in July there, and I will be travelling for a few weeks beforehand and don't want to lug a suit around, I'd like to rent one while in the city. However, my google skills are failing me, I keep finding apartment suit(es) coming up in resu...	I think it is very hard to find a rental place and even if you find one, you probably will not like the style and the quality because these places are for people who can't afford a suit.
How old does a child need to be to sit separately from parents when flying? I just took a transatlantic Aer Lingus red-eye flight with my 4-year old. When checking in, the agent gave my child and me seats that were on opposite sides of the plane, separated by about 5 rows. When I asked for adjacent seats she told me th...	The airline seat-reservation model certainly has no exceptions for age, but if you call the reservation line they will probably accommodate you next time. SHOULD be seated CLOSE to their parent/guardian. Once the child gets to an age where they are responsible enough to look after themselves in the event of an emergenc...
Was it legal to restrict access to USA when holding a valid ESTA and visiting Canada for 6 months? I try to find "legality" of following situation: Mom (75, Slovak citizen) was traveling from Slovakia to Vancouver (Kosice-Vienna-Newark-Vancouver). The reason was to stay as visitor in Vancouver for 6 months with family...	In general it is certainly legal that an airline can deny boarding if they believe the passenger would be denied entry when they arrive, and it happens all the time.
Visiting Denmark with a prior overstay I have visited two time in Denmark where my husband lives. Last time I went there was 8 years ago. I applied for a permanent visa which is refused and I overstayed there for 10 days because I never got a ticket to come back. Now they won't even give me a visit visa. I have two ch...	Contact a suitable lawyer specialized in immigration/visa issues regarding Denmark.
Traveling fom the US to Japan, could I bring my own phone? I'll be traveling from the US to Japan soon for vacation, and I'm wondering if I should be bringing my iPhone 6 Plus (Verizon, LTE). Will my phone be compatible with the network there, and will the SIM format be compatible as well? Could I find prepaid SIM car...	I pre-purchased data-only sim cards from eConnectJapan and found them to work well. If you really need voice and text with a Japanese number, you don't have many options, as most "tourist SIMs" are data only. According to this blog post the iPhone 6 will have no problem working in Japan if it is unlocked .
Does my Emirates flight from London to Dubai fly over Syria? I wonder if anyone can help me. I am a very nervous flyer at the best of times, but I booked a week in Dubai not really thinking of the flight route. I am flying with Emirates and I am concerned that I will have to fly over Syria and Iraq or to avoid those, t...	Iran is not an active conflict area; there are no flight restrictions for any commercial traffic. I believe everyone is entitled to their fears; but keep in mind that: Emirates has responsibility for the safety of everyone on that aircraft - including their own staff and all the other passengers.
Boston to Europe and back, mixed fare? I want to fly Boston -> Venice, stay there for awhile, then Venice-> Barcelona, stay for a few days, then Barcelona to Boston. I have a minor heart problem that gets worse with lack of sleep so I want to book a business-class "lay flat" seat for the Boston-Venice leg so I can try...	It may be wise to just take the big hit on a business flight Boston-Barcelona return, then use budget carriers to travel within Europe such as Easyjet or Ryanair.
What is the best way to get Mexican Pesos from Canadian Dollars? My girlfriend and I expect to need about CAD$200 each for our upcoming vacation in beautiful Mexico. Using our CAD$400 total, what method of exchange will give us the most Mexican Pesos ($MXN) ? I have seen some general answers, like this USD to CAD an...	Ask your bank how much will charge you for using an international ATM.
Flight rescheduled, what are my options? A few weeks ago, I booked a flight with Transavia going back from Prague to Paris on the Wednesday 10th June 2015.Yesterday, I received an email saying "your reservation has been updated, click on the following link to see the new time for your flight" and on the linked web page...	You usually have three choices: 1) you can accept the new flight schedule; 2) you can ask them to reschedule you on another flight without fee; 3) you can cancel and get a full refund.
How I find the BA-equivalent booking reference for an American Airlines-managed reservation? Note : I do this regularly, so I am looking for a faster option than calling the airline on the phone - I'd like something I can do online. I have booked a reservation with American Airlines on aa.com . It is ticketed and p...	You can call BA, give the agent your first BA flight date and number,and the agent can look you up by name on that flight and tell youyour BA locator you can try Amadeus' CheckMyTrip , the tool made to consult an Amadeus booking to obtain your BA PNR (to be identified on its website).
Where exactly is this building located in Cuba? I'm preparing our next trip to Cuba and seeing some pictures, I've found this one : I suppose it's located in Havana, but cannot find where exactly (address or GPS location). The most significant feature is the ants in his facade. Does anybody know where it is? <Q> Goo...	It is the Fausto Theatre in Havana .
Buy map in Beijing Need to buy laminated good quality maps of China, Beijing and Xian. I need maps in English. Would you recommend any shops in Beijing and Xian? <Q> I am pretty sure they sell maps, absolutely sure they sell a very wide range of English source material, and don't know whether they do laminated maps. <S...	Quite near the Forbidden City is the Foreign Language Bookshop, which I always visit when in Beijing.
Can visiting saunas make me more prepared for heat in desert and tropics? I am curious if it is possible to prepare my body for the heat during the African summer by visiting saunas. Would visiting humid or dry saunas on a regular basis "harden" my body for humid heat in the tropics or dry heat in the desert? I live i...	Sitting in a sauna may not prepare your body for a hot climate, but it may help you not freak out when you get into a hot climate.
Domestic to International Transfer at Sydney I am flying BNE-SYD-SFO-EWR booked (as one ticket) on United Airlines. The BNE-SYD portion is with Virgin Australia and my layover at SYD is 130 minutes. I read online that the international terminal is far from the domestic terminal and various transfer options are avail...	Overall, Sydney airports (both ends) are very accustomed to transferring people between terminals and you should have no problem getting there promptly.
Send package from China to Europe During my trip in China I wouldn't like to carry all my gifts in my bag, so I'm planning to send them by post. Where is the best place I could do this with minimum problems? I'm planning to send it in the cheapest way possible. I will visit most big cities like Beijing, Xi'an, HK and o...	VAT depends on the country but might need to be paid even for postal consignment with very small value.
Food Allergies in Europe Traveling to Europe with a passenger who has a peanut allergy. I understand peanuts are not as prevalent in Europe as the US, but I was wondering if anyone has had experience dealing with this or other serious food allergies. In the US, there are strict requirements on food labeling that inclu...	When you look at ingredients, the ones which were classified as allergens are now bolded . In many places, food would be prepared on the premises and you should be able to get good info on what it contains so do not hesitate to ask.
What is a good Lake District base for hiking? I'm planning few day's trip (from London) to the Lake District during which the I would like to hike as much as possible, stay somewhere nice (possibly really nice), and drive not at all . I'm interested in recommendations for a good base of operations for such a trip,...	I would recommend Ambleside: there's a frequent bus service (555) from Windermere (which it is very close to)
Do you need rain boots for June in Paris? Can one get by with a pair of regular shoes or does the water not drain well on the sidewalks that you must have at least ankle length waterproof boots if one doesn't want soaked socks? Are there puddles everywhere? <Q> I live in Paris and I don't even own boots. <S> I wear “no...	Paris has no dry season, only seasons during which it doesn't rain for a few days at a time. First of all, even in the worst weather you can expect to walk in good shoes without problems.
Is soy milk easy to get in Western Europe? I am allergic to dairy, and have soy milk instead. Is it something that's easy to buy in Western Europe, or should I look into bringing some with me? The countries we are visiting are: England, France, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. <Q> In the UK, there are a wide variety o...	In all the countries you have listed, soy milk is easy enough to find; most supermarkets will sell it. Spar stores will have it sometimes.
Can I buy a VIA Rail bike box without travelling by VIA Rail? I'm travelling with my bicycle but not by train. I need a bike box. Most bike boxes available from bike shops are too small for my bicycle, but I'm told VIA Rail boxes are very large (large enough for my bicycle). Can I buy a VIA Rail box without travelli...	I just phoned VIA rail and apparently any manned station has boxes or will provide a bag for your bike if they are out of boxes.
Do I need to reserve ICE train from Germany to Belgium with first-class rail pass? I'll be travelling with a first-class Germany-Benelux rail pass, and I'm planning to take an ICE train from Cologne (Germany) to Brussels (Belgium). Will I need to reserve a seat for this train? I don't know how I can find out this inf...	The train you mention was in the results I got without reservation notice with it, so you can get on it without a reservation, also when you hold a rail pass.
How to buy tickets for Stockholm metro? Is whole Stockholm subway in one zone (A zone)? How much does cost one ride for Stockholm metro? Where I can buy tickets? <Q> No, there are multiple zones, mostly you have to cross from one zone to another, hence pay more. <S> Here's the metro zone map: They sell 16-ticke...	You can buy a card at the Central station SL center among other places, and fill it with cash or tickets at the vending machines in every station.
How to ensure four months stay in USA when on a visit visa? I have a 10-year US B-1/B-2 visa and this is my first time to USA. I am planning to take a four-month break in the US. I have a job, but I just finished a crazy three-year project and I just need to recharge. The last thing I want to do is plan the whole trip ...	At the border simply tell the truth!
Luggage transfer in Hong Kong enroute to Canada? I am a first time flyer and I am confused on transferring to another airline. Im from manila going to canada. Here's my trip pattern: Manila to Hongkong. Hongkong to Vancouver. Vancouver to Montreal. My question is: do I need to get my baggage in hongkong ang rech...	If the airline you are flying from Manila on has an Interline agreement with Air Canada, then it is likely your bags will get checked through to Canada.
Travel from Lisbon to Tbilisi, through Amsterdam and Kiev I am going to travel to Tbilisi (Georgia) from Lisbon. Georgia has an agreement with the EU so I don't need a passport (ID card is enough) but I'm travelling through Amsterdam (no passport needed) and Kiev (passport is needed to travel to). But since I'm transi...	According to this page , you still need a valid passport in order to transit Ukraine.
Can a US citizen entering the EU in Germany travel through Switzerland without further ado? My girlfriend is a U.S. citizen and I'm taking her on a trip through Germany (I'm German). She will enter the EU at Frankfurt airport as a tourist. During our trip, we want to go to Lake Constance, where I'd like to go around th...	Yes, Switzerland is part of the Schengen area, so you will have no trouble traveling there, provided you remain within your 90 days of 180 .
I want to go to Las Vegas this weekend, but my Mexican passport expired in March, would I have problems? I live in Sonora, I often go to the USA but I forgot to renew my Mexican passport, It expired in March. I want to do a short trip to Las Vegas this weekend (may 1st - 4th), but would I have any problems If I try to ...	Given that you're traveling more then 55 miles into the country you will need a passport and if your passport is machine readable you shouldn't have to worry about the Border Crossing office reading it.
Receiving a refund for AA Transportation Vouchers after using them for a flight paid with a credit card I had to cancel a flight and American Airlines mailed me a Transportation Voucher Exchange Coupon. I ordered new tickets that I wanted to pay with the coupons, put them on hold, called American Airlines and they tol...	If you paid in full for the tickets, then mailed the vouchers, that is not the correct process and, very sorry, you may have lost the voucher.
Berlin to Göttingen by Train or Bus What is the cheapest way to get to Gottingen from Berlin ?I checked the Bahn Website and found some routes from Tegel airport. Are there any other cheaper routes ? I also found something called "Savings fare". What is it ? <Q> Train is the fastest and bus is the cheapest means of t...	The savings fare means that you book your ticket for one particular train, you have to travel on that train or have to buy a new ticket for an other train.
First-time Chinese visa applicant needing to apply at a Chinese consulate in Canada I'm a canadian passport holder residing in US (SF Bay area, with green card)and I'm applying for a Chinese visa (L visa). Since this is the first time of my Chinese visa application, I was told that the San Francisco Chinese consulate w...	Plenty of people have gotten Chinese visas outside of the country issuing their passport.
Affordable and accessible accommodation options with car parking near Paris? I am planning to visit Paris soon, but the hotel and parking costs are a major issue for me. For this reason, I am considering to stay in a hotel outside of Paris, with easy public transport connections to the center of Paris. Is there anybod...	There are various low-budget hotels offering basic rooms around Paris.
Why do shops within airport terminals scan your boarding card? Periodically when buying something from an airport shop (in various European terminals), I'll be asked to produce my boarding card to be scanned by staff. It's not 100% of the time for every purchase, but there doesn't seem to be any logic to it (e.g. type...	In the Dutch airport shops there is the rule that only outbound passengers may buy goods in the 'duty free' shops. I believe the reason that passengers go along with it, is that like many of the respondents above, they assume that it has something to do with tax or duty.
Travel to Sweden: What is the best way to pay for things? I will be in Sweden for a week, mostly in Stockholm and Solna. I read an article in the Guardian suggesting that Sweden is moving fast towards being a cashless society. Does this mean that I won't be able to pay for many things with cash? Should I just bring...	One thing to note is that many streetfood trucks and smaller venues (where you might think cash only) might take card only to get rid of handling the cash.
Where can I apply for a Portuguese visa as a resident of Scotland? I heard that in order to apply for Portugal visa while living in Scotland, I have to do it via the consulate in Manchester, even though the consulate in London is easier to reach. However I cannot find any information to confirm this on the Internet. I ...	Apparently, I have to apply for the visa in Manchester as I'm living in Scotland.
Clearest water beach close to Athens (Greece) What are the most convenient beaches near Athens (Greece) that are 2 hours or less to get to? All I care about is the water being clear. I.e. if I am ending a Europe trip and have 3 days to blow. Is there anything where I could fly into Athens and be on the beach in say 2 h...	The island of Euboea (Greek: Εύβοια, Evvia) driving-distance from Athens.
Do I need to check out and check in again in transit airport? I am flying from Atlanta to Dhaka. I bought the ticket from Qatar airways. My flight is : Atlanta --- Philadelphia (operated by US airways) Philadelphia --- Doha (Qatar airways) Doha --- Dhaka (Qatar airways) Do I need to collect my bag in Philadelphia a...	Your bag should be through-checked to your final destination, in which case you will not see it again until you arrive in Dhaka.
Bringing carseat on flight I'm going to be flying with my 2 and 3 year old children (and my wife) on a Lufthansa flight from US to Germany, and we'll need carseats when we arrive. We'd like to bring our carseats with us, but are unsure about the regulations. We have Evenflo Symphony DLX ( similar to this model ). Th...	For your particular situation, we have successfully flown with our oldest in just the airplane seat using a CARES harness from 2 and up. Besides the children's seats listed, seats labelled with "FAA" or "CAA approved car type seats" are also permitted, provided that they can be fixed correctly to the passenger seat.
Exact current information on "missing a return flight"? How, specifically, do airlines distinguish between people who miss a return international flight for genuine reasons, and people who skip specifically the return leg of a ticket to get a cheap one-way flight on an international flight? What is the actual legal an...	The airlines' sole remedy is to cancel your frequent flier account, and any points there accruing. Mostly it is a issue of cost to be recovered vs legal investment to do so
Traveling inside the U.S. with a tourist visa from 3 years ago I live in San Diego and I will be traveling to New Jersey next week. I'm not a U.S. Citizen or legal resident. I came here with a tourist visa 3 years ago and haven't gone back to Mexico. I've heard that to travel inside the U.S. you only need a photo ID, b...	Foreign passport is the only acceptable ID you can use.
Identification card for foreigners in trains in Germany I want to go to Berlin to Gottingen by train. I found that to avail myself of the “savings fare”, I have to book a ticket at least one day in advance. And I saw a requirement on the Bahn website to have a identification card for online tickets. I am a foreigner i...	Passports are not accepted as identification documents. The ID cards of the following countries can be used as identification on the train: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy and the Czech Republic.
Renting a Manual Car in the US Neither specific websites of Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Enterprise, Thirftly or FOX allow you to specify that you want to rent a manual car. Neither do Kayak, Hotwire and Priceline. Is there a way to book a manual car in the US? <Q> tl;dr: You cannot Generally <S> US rental companies don't...	The only way to get rental with manual, would be to use one of the peer-to-peer rentals and choose category "exotic cars" or similar.
How to make change (to get coins from a banknote) in Italy? So I arrived with my rental in Verona and it turns out that you need coins to pay for parking. What is the best way to exchange bills to coins? At 1€ an hour 14 hours a day I need a bunch - not just what you get from buying coffee with 10€ bills. <Q> Look for ...	Since the washers/dryers there are usually coin-operated, you'll find a coin dispensing machine to convert your notes into shrapnel.
How common is open carry of firearms in the USA? This winter, I am planning to go to the USA for the first time. One of my concerns is the presence of weapons in public. I just came back from Paris and the sight of armed soldiers patrolling public spaces made me very uncomfortable (I come from a country where you can l...	Other than that, however, seeing people visibly carry their firearms is very rare in the U.S. (unless you're at a gun range or some such thing.)
What happens if I don't use my Indian visa? Is it likely to cause problems in future? I am a British citizen. I recently applied for (and was granted) a multiple-entry 6-month Indian business visa. It looks likely now that I will not use it (the trips were cancelled for business reasons), but I wondered - will this hav...	Unused visas are common for business travellers (I have several in my passports), and are not considered a problem for future visa applications, at Immigration, etc.
What is the purpose of this cloth in hotel? What is the purpose of the cloth across the bed? I see it at many hotels and it does not seem to serve any purpose other than make it look nice. Any idea what it can be used for? Ps. The purplish elephant in foreground is towel. It looks nice! <Q> While some prefer the look ...	A bed runner is a small, long piece of decorated cloth used to enhance the appearance of an otherwise plain bed.
Is camping still permitted in Zzyzx? As far as I can tell, the springs there closed in 1974 , and I can't see any accommodation still active in what is now basically an abandoned town. Is it legal to free camp there still, now that it's been reclaimed by the government? <Q> Well here is the straight scoop from the gu...	Camping is not permitted: within 1/4 mile of any paved road or the Zzyzx Road; It would therefore seem that you can camp close to Zzyzx. Both camping at organised camp grounds, as well as roadside camping are allowed.
Is there a way to find out meal timing in a long-haul flight? I'm taking the NH171 , which leaves at 12.45 and takes roughly 11 hours. The airline's "My booking" page does not contain any information regarding when meal will be served. Is there some kind of database where I can figure out this info? Or do airlines h...	In your case, ANA has a page , where you can choose your route and it will give you the menu for the flight.
Can you apply for a new Russian passport at any time? I recall that supposedly you could only apply for a new Russian passport when your existing one was about to expire within the next 6 months. However, currently, I couldn't find anything to that effect in the official laws and regulations (but, then again, mayb...	TL;DR - You can renew the passport whenever you like.
What do the dashes close to each other near French freeway exits mean? During my last trip to France via car I noticed that French freeways (autoroutes) have a somewhat strange road marking I am not familiar with. Usually, there are two lanes going my direction on a freeway. These lanes are separated by a dashed line ...	They indicate that traffic will be slowing to leave the at the exit and extend to indicate that slower traffic will be entering.
Air travel with a competition sword? I recently changed my competitive weapon of choice in my martial art (TKD) to a Gum Do, or sword. The sword is basically katana sized, unsharpened but it does have a point, as seen below (Although my scabbard and hilt are black). I also compete with a three sectional staff, which ...	Swords of any description are fine in checked baggage, airport security sees knives, spears, arrows and various other pointy things daily, it won't surprise them at all.
What kind of hat to wear for business in India? I'm soon going to be travelling from the UK to India on business. India being pretty hot, I'll clearly need some kind of a hat to protect my head and face from sunburn when I'm outdoors (I have pale skin). Here in London though, hats aren't big - the only hats I own are...	A baseball cap would be fine if you want to protect your head while sightseeing, but would (IMHO) be too casual for a business setting.
Same-sex marriage in Paris? I don't live in France but would like to get married under the Eiffel tower. Is this possible? Can someone provide some information on the rules regarding same-sex marriage in France for foreigners? <Q> As far as I know, it's not forbidden to marry as a non-resident <S> but the law is clea...	There are several aspects of the rules around marriage in France that would make your plan difficult.
Is it OK to play the piano housed in the lobbies of hotels? I travel a lot and often find grand pianos in lobbies of hotels. Is it appropriate to just sit down and play them for a while (FWIW, I am good and play slow classical music. My playing will not ruin the mood)? Or are they primarily for show? <Q> Every piano I'...	I would feel comfortable sitting down at any piano that doesn't have a sign saying not to.
Is TSA lock compulsory for travel to US? This is my first time travelling to US. All my check-in luggages are made of hard plastic and it has two side locks with key and one number lock in the front. I do not have any bags with TSA locks. Is it compulsory? I do not even understand the concept of TSA locks. The bags ar...	No, using a "TSA lock" is not compulsory.
What's the cheapest way to get from Edmonton International Airport to Jasper national park? Some private companies offer ~$80 rides directly from the airport to Jasper, while Greyhound charges ~$40 from the city (Edmonton) to Jasper. Currently it seems that the cheapest option would be a bus to the city and a bus (Gr...	Via Rail has service from Edmonton to Jasper every Sunday, Tuesday and Friday, and return service every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Crossing the German border as an underage travelling alone My name is Madalina and I am 16. In June this year I am leaving my country by myself and have to fly in Germany as a stop-over to my final destination. I am interested in knowing whether there is a certain procedure or some sort of documents I have to hold in o...	If you: have a valid passport are a citizen of a country that does not need a visa to land in Germany have an onward ticket to your final destination the right to land at your final destination
Is it safe to knowingly buy an oversized (67-inch) suitcase? Are size limits enforced? This question is regarding check-in, not carry-on, baggage. I'm considering buying a very spacious suitcase measuring 31 x 21 x 15 inches, for a total of 67 inches. This is greater than the 62-inch limit most airlines have [1]. My p...	I have never seen someone who was told to check in his case as oversized luggage, but I am not a frequent flyer.
Are there any drinking water fountains/taps in Paris Charles de Gaulle airport? I'm not a big fan of spending 3 EUR for a 250ml bottle of water, hence the question: are there any drinking water fountains/taps in Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, be it airside or at departures/arrivals level? Ideally I would like to e...	There is confirmed water fountain next to La Maison Du Chocolat across F24 (June 2019) Terminal 2G: near the toilets
Tipping for takeout food in the USA When I go to a restaurant in the USA and order food for takeout, am I supposed to tip? <Q> No. <S> You don't tip unless it's a delivery charge. <S> For example, if you order takeout food and have them deliver (especially common in hotels), then you'd want to tip the driver. <S> Fr...	If you're going to the restaraunt or venue to pick up food, then you don't need to leave a tip.
Is it safe to roller-skate on sidewalks in USA? I love roller-skating, I carry them around on all my travels. I will be spending 6 months in USA (evenly between Chicago, New York, San Francisco, LA and Salt Lake City). I was wondering if it is safe (or not frowned-upon) to skate on sidewalks in these cities? Of cour...	It's not necessarily frowned upon, just extremely unusual (roller-skating as a means of transport is uncommon in the USA).
Road-trip in USA: can a foreigner buy a car? We are planning a road-trip in USA (and maybe part of central-america). Our first idea was to rent a car on each stage of our trip, but we realized that this option is about $1000 per month and breaks our budget. So the next option is to buy a car in USA and sell it later. T...	Yes, anyone legally in the US can buy and register a car.
Why have they announced to turn off phones while they are explicitly allowed? Last week I've flown three times through Aerolíneas Argentinas , both in an Airbus A340-300 and in a Boeing 737-800 . In both, the card with the safety instructions explicitly said that cameras and smartphones could be used during every ...	I think airline companies or crews just think it's a slippery slope and would rather ban them entirely than make the rules more complicated. With more people having smartphones, tablets, and the like, and with the increasing popularity of WiFi on airplanes, there appears to be more pressure to allow such devices on air...
How early before departure can I reserve train tickets in Germany? I'm trying to book a train journey in Germany for September. We are currently in May and the DB Bahn website does not allow me to reserve tickets such a long time (4 months) in advance. So here is the question: how early can I reserve train tickets in...	Tickets can be bought 3 months prior to the travel date at the earliest, for online-sale this 3-month-period is defined as 92 days.
Why is there a СТОП (STOP) sign along with priority signs on traffic lights in Russia? If you drive around in Moscow you will see a plain white sign reading СТОП (STOP) attached to traffic lights at some intersections. I've also seen priority road signs (which almost makes sense) and give way signs (which complet...	It is just the same sign you have in many other countries and it means "you have to completely stop before the intersection and you must yield to other directions".
Buying a return ticket for a child flying with different parent My girlfriend, our daughter and I will be flying from Montreal to Italy. I'll fly directly there with my daughter, which is 3 years old, and stay a couple of weeks. My girlfriend will first stop in London and reach us later, but she will stay longer than m...	You and your girlfriend will also need to carry a letter signed by by both parents outlining your travel plans and saying that you give permission for your daughter to travel alone with the other parent. I suggest you get a travel agent to work this out for you.
What's the best way to get from the Paddington Station to these London museums? Suppose you're starting from off somewhere near the Paddington Station (which is where I find myself at the current moment). From here on, you can either rely on the underground trains, buses or plain ole' walking (taxis being freaking expe...	I would google the transport for London site and if using a phone that does apps, see if they have an app.
How correct is my intuition that tap water is safer in the mountains than in cities? I'm in Colombia, and recently visited lake Neusa - highly recommended, by the way! The advice on drinking tap water in Colombia seems to be generally, big city/tourist hub = fine, otherwise avoid. Despite this advice, I've still mo...	The advice that water in cities is more likely to be drinkable is based on that larger urban water systems tend to have some degree of water treatment (i.e., chlorination, ozone, or UV-based) that will kill bacteria, viruses, parasites, and spores.
European roaming data provider, which SIM cards can be purchased on-line / in Poland ( question similar to this , but focused on data plans and SIM cards with purchase on-line or in Poland ) I'm about to travel across the Europe (mainly and maybe some other parts of the world) and I'd like to prepare myself for havin...	You can try other networks: Orange , T-Mobile or PLUS as well.
Bringing only cash to Japan - Any tips on how I should protect the money? I'll be bringing cash for a 20 day trip, and I'm changing it all to my port of departure (Australia). So now, I have lots of yen in my wallet. Any tips on how I should handle the money while moving around? I'll be staying in hostels (J-Hopper...	Japan is an extremely safe and largely cash-based society. Personally, I would not leave this kind of money unattended in a hostel.
How does anyone know how long I stayed in Europe if I only got stamped upon enty and not when I left? We went to Europe last summer with our US passports and got a stamp upon entry in Paris. We came back home to the US on a cruise from Italy and have no exit stamps whatsoever. Im wondering how anyone would know that we...	Even things like credit card charges suggesting you were physically out of the Schengen area at some point before the end of the 90-day period might help.
Where is the Asia-Europe divide and where can we cross it? Where is the division between Europe and Asia? What are places where we can cross it? Are there roads that go from one continent to the other? Bonus particularly scenic locations or places of historical significance? <Q> There is only one location that checks ...	Among the most commonly offered boundaries, you could travel to the Bosphorus, the Ural mountains and the Greater Caucasus. The Bosphorus is very easy to locate and visit, the rest not so much.
Is it possible to check in plastic storage boxes on an Air Canada international flight? I'm moving to Canada from New York and I'm just checking in baggage along with plastic storage boxes. I'm trying to figure out the safest and most secure way to close the boxes. Any suggestions? Is this even possible? I'm flying Air...	What I usually do with boxes and cases like that is to get some compression straps for backpacking that are long enough to wrap around in either dimension and then strap the box shut (with straps going both directions and buckles on top of the lid).
English in Israel and Palestine Seeing as Hebrew is a very tiny language, just like Swedish, are Israelis in general good at English, so a tourist like myself can make it? I've noticed that if the language is not used internationally that much, and the country doesn't dub English language media, the people learn Englis...	In touristy places, people will understand English.
From Switzerland to France I am going from Israel to Grenoble, France. I can go via either the Geneva airport or the Lyon airport. The flight to Geneva is more convenient, but it is in another country. Are there any complications in travelling (e.g. by train) from Switzerland to France? Any special border-checks, etc....	When travelling between countries there are no border controls.
How can an American get a Maestro Debit Card? I am an American and I plan on traveling to the Netherlands periodically over the next few years. I was recently there and had to use a hodgepodge of credit card, debit cards, cash and worst of all having a colleague pay and then I reimbursed them with cash. For instance,...	You can open a bank account in the Netherlands as a non-resident. Visa and Mastercard is accepted in most places; actually "Maestro" is a brand of Mastercard.
At some border crossings, why do bus passengers have to get off, but not those in cars? At the Singapore-Malaysia border crossing, if you are on a bus, everyone needs to take their stuff, get off, and have their stuff checked, somewhat similar to what is done at airports. In contrast, if you are on a car, they just t...	When riding on a bus, the baggage compartment is accessible to many people other than the occupants of the bus, hence it is easier for "extra" baggage to be loaded.
Border patrol questions USA to Canada At the end of July I will be flying out of Canada to go to Greece. I do live in the United States and want to avoid any trouble flying out. Should I have difficulty at the border. <Q> To do this, you need to be admissible in Canada. <S> One reason Americans can be denied entry is...	Add long as you are admissible in both Canada and Greece, and the border officers and the airline have no reason to suspect otherwise, you will encounter no difficulties.
Flying from the UK to the US with laser in carry-on I am flying from the UK to the US for a short house hunting trip. I want to bring a laser range finder in my carry-on luggage. It is a class 2 laser so should be considered safe, but you never know with airport security. Since it is a short trip, I will not have any...	The TSA prohibited item search tool for laser (note you'll have to re-run the search to see the results) says: You may transport this item in carry-on baggage or in checked baggage.
How to go from Medan International Airport to Medan city center? I want to go to Medan city center (Indonesia) when arriving by plane at Medan International airport (called Kualanamu International Airport). Can I take a public bus? A tuk tuk? A rickshaw? A taxi? If you have info on the prices (interesting for trav...	Your Options Include Airport Train, Airport Shuttle, Buses, Taxis, and Renting a Car Taxi: charges circa 150'000 IDR Resources http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Asia/Indonesia/North_Sumatra_Province/Medan-1213225/Transportation-Medan-TG-C-1.html
Are there ferries from west coast of Turkey to Greece? I'm planning a trip to Georgia and Turkey (I'm from Poland). I've done this route a couple of times hitchhiking / by bus - and I have always "switched continens" by Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul. This time I'm thinking of another way to do that, hence my question: ...	What you can do is to get a ferry from Çeşme (just outside of Izmir) to Chios and from there get on a night ferry to Athens or Thessaloniki.
Transfer from Tegel Berlin to city center I will soon have a 7-hours transit at Tegel Berlin and of course I want to visit the city centre of Berlin. I just want to take the bus and go to the center where I can enjoy my hours, see the beautiful Berlin and eat something. I don't want the place to be far away from the ai...	Bus TXL takes you to S Beusselstr. At the airport there are four bus routes:

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