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Why do some airlines charge more for break journeys I am planning to visit Atlanta in the US from Munich. I also have a friend of mine in Toronto and I see Air Canada and Lufthansa do have halts at Toronto on the way to Atlanta or back to Munich. Air Canada has a stopover program but only if you have a connecting fligh...	Airlines charge more if they think the market will bear it, especially if they suspect customer may abuse this pricing to check luggage on a hidden city ticket.
Can I transport a hairdryer in my hand luggage in Europe? I am going to travel for Christmas and I would like to bring an hairdryer for a friend (yes, there are also hairdryers in the destination, but she likes this particular brand). In principle there is no problem with it. At least it's not on the forbidden list, b...	No problem - you can both put it in checked-in baggage or in carry-on luggage.
Is it prohibited to lie down (and fall asleep) on a commercial flight? When there is enough space to do that. I have traveled with EasyJet and I was lucky enough to have three seats to myself! I didn't have the courage to try lying down and see if I would get told off by the aircrew because simply I haven't pai...	I've had air crew tell me as long as I'm buckled in, so I have a seatbelt around me even when lying down, but otherwise never had a problem. Everyone does when they can!
Can I carry a chef's torch in hand luggage? I would like to bring a chef's torch as gift for a friend that likes to cook. Although, as I read, you can transport a lighter with you, I am not sure a chefs torch you can. Its a bit larger than a lighter (at least the one I have, there are the ones larger), and the packagi...	Such items are explicitly forbidden by IATA, in both carry-on and checked baggage. I've heard some airports in EU do allow such items on board, but I've never seen any hard evidence of such cases happening.
From Central London to Gatwick airport on 1 January 2016 I have a flight to catch on 1 January at Gatwick airport.Can someone advise how I can go there from central London as I heard underground and easy bus will not be operating.Any other options? <Q> I think the underground is running on 1st January. <S> Tfl web pa...	Alternatively, passengers can travel by train to East Grinstead where replacement bus services will allow them to complete the journey to Gatwick Airport.
How to find hotels in Europe which allow for anonymous check-in? A few years ago I've visited a hotel in Munich and was pleasantly surprised to find there was no reception as such. To get the keys you had to call a 24/7 support line, where you received a code to a locked box outside the hotel door, which contained the ...	I know that some starwood hotels allow you to entirely skip the check-in process and simply walk up to your room and use your mobile to unlock the door ; although this isn't anonymous.
Is there a ferry running from UK to Scandinavia? I have found this thread but it seems to be outdated <Q> According to http://driveeuropenews.com/2015/01/21/sweden-21/ <S> The final UK-Scandinavia ferry service, operated by DFDS between Harwich and Esbjerg, Denmark, was withdrawn last September <S> And the s...	There is a commercial ferry service on DFDS between Brevik and Immingham , but they are unable to take private passengers.
Morning-after pill availability in Poland I am going to visit Poland for some time, and I was wondering if there is ANY kind of morning-after pill available without medical prescription in Poland? I am in Germany right now and they made it available here without prescription but only the person who is going to use ca...	If you check out the Gynopedia page on Warsaw ( http://gynopedia.org/Warsaw ), you can find updated information on the availability of morning after pill, birth control pill, etc. Since last year, these kind of pills are theoretically available without prescription, however it's been recently discussed and it might get...
Failed driving test; alternatives to driver's license for minor's re-entry to the US? My 16 year-old from the U.S. wishes to visit me in Canada for the holidays. She planned to obtain an enhanced driver's license, but she failed her test. Can she be refused re-entry into the U.S. without an enhanced driver's license or...	If she is a US citizen, and she can satisfactorily prove her US citizenship, she cannot be denied entry to the United States.
Can I enter and exit a country immediately? Is there a minimum amount of time I must spend in a country ? Is this country dependent? Or I can just enter a country and then exit immediately in 15 minutes or so? <Q> It's very common at Victoria Falls, where people hop back and forth between Zimbabwe and Zambia on the br...	It may lead to additional questioning, but provided you have the appropriate visas / right to access in both countries, there's no theoretical reason you can't. I would say it is very much dependent on the specific case.
Location of Air France's lounges in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, France? I’m transferring between two Air France flights in Paris CDG airport. There is plenty of time between flights so I plan to go to a lounge but I can’t find a map with the location of lounges, or at least a description where they are (i.e. "near...	According to this website, there are two Air France lounges at CDG, one at Gate F41-56 , and another at Gate F21-36 .
What is an effective means for complaining to an airline and having my complaint properly addressed? A bit of context to the question: I took a flight this Saturday with Iberia and my checked-in baggage was lost. I had all my clothes there so I had to buy some and according to the Passenger Rights I'm allowed to ask fo...	You can also try Airline Complaints , an online forum aimed at rendering complaints against airlines public.
Why is the moon hiding from me? I've already been on quite a few overnight flights, but so far, I never saw the moon. I saw stars, other planes, city lights, but never the moon. Obviously, the moon should still be there, but somehow it's always hiding from me. Why can't I see the moon from a passenger plane? I have a...	To improve your chances of seeing the moon in the future, fly during or near the full moon, and, if you have an east-west flight, sit on the port (left) side of the plane in the Northern Hemisphere, or the starboard (right) side of the plane in the south.
How to cancel a valid Schengen visa and apply for a new visa? I have a valid Schengen multiple-entry business visa valid for one year, from 6 September 2015 to 5 September 2016. I traveled to Germany from 6 September 2015 to 31 October 2015, for 54 days. I need to travel again from 10 January 2016 to 02 April 2016, for...	So cancelling your current visa and applying for a new one is pointless.
Immigration officer that stopped me at the airport is texting me. What do I do? Yesterday my cousin arrived to Chicago from Mexico, she is visiting family there to spend the holidays, this is not the first time she visits. She was stopped by immigration, because they thought it was weird that she was spending the holi...	Immediately seek legal advice.
Can I carry contact solution onto a plane that is more than the 3oz limit? According to http://apps.tsa.dhs.gov it says the following: You may carry liquids, gels and aerosols in your carry-on bags only ifthey adhere to the 3-1-1 rule: containers must be 3.4 ounces or less;stored in a 1 quart/liter zip-top bag; 1 z...	Medically required liquids, such as baby formula and food, breast milk and medications are allowed in excess of 3.4 ounces in reasonable quantities for the flight . TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip , but you must declare them to security...
Which Norwegian language to learn? I'm taking a short trip to Norway next year and while doing a bit of research I've been thoroughly confused by which language to learn. Wikipedia goes into great depth about 3-4 different languages, but Google Translate just lists Norwegian As I'll mostly be in Oslo/Hurum, do I focu...	As for which spoken dialect to learn, I recommend Standard East Norwegian . With a bit of practice, one can understand any dialect, provided one already knew another.
How can one use a child car seat that requires a top tether in an airplane? Some car seats require their top tether to be attached in order to meet the safety standard they were built under (recent AU/NZ seats are an example of this). It is also true that it is safer to place one's child in a car seat belted to the ai...	If you have an older child, I would still think an untethered size-appropriate seat, restrained with the lap belt, would be your best choice.
Luggage locker at Warsaw Central Railway Station I am wondering if there are luggage lockers at Warsaw central railway station (I highly suspect there are) and if there are, do they have different size lockers? and I'd like to know the prices. Couldn't find exact information via google. <Q> The Man in Seat 61 says that...	Warsaw Centralna has luggage lockers in the passageway at the top of the steps to the platforms, around 9 zlotys (£2) per locker per 24 hours. There are, unmanaged ones can be found at the North-East corner, don't remember exactly but most likely at (-1) level.
Can I take a 24" computer monitor on board? I am not a frequent traveler, at least not yet. I would like to know if a 24" computer monitor in its original box the size of a large luggage would be allowed on board a plane even for an extra charge? Moreover, I'd like to know what are the safest (and hopefully not expen...	This August I traveled with a 27" monitor in checked luggage without any issues.
Can I bring iphone from USA and give it to my friend in Germany if she meets me in transit area? My friend has Schengen visa and she lives in Italy. I have a layover in Germany for 5 hrs but I do not have visa but I can stay in transit area. I have to give the iphone I am bringing from USA. Is this possible to do in ...	If she is transiting from within Schengen to international in that airport it will likely be possible to meet, but it is not a given as in some airport outbound passengers are kept separate from inbound and transiting passengers, if she stays within Schengen, no chance at all.
In what countries does 911 work as an emergency number? 911 is the North American standard. I was thinking in case something happens and one were to panic that it'd be good to know if dialling 911, in other countries where it is not the primary emergency number, is still set up to go through to emergency services. <Q> ...	The closest thing there is to a standard international emergency number is 112, which is used in 81 countries , including in the US by some carriers and in Canada on mobile phones.
If I want to travel to Brazil, can I get by with English? I do not speak Portuguese, and only enough Spanish not to starve. English is my second language, but my first, Dutch, will not be very useful.Will people in Brazil be able to communicate with me? I am willing to go down to a kind of sign language combined with ...	Yes not many Brazilians speak the English language especially outside Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. If you are really in need of talking in English, you should look for the younger people (-30 years), because they, generally, have a higher knowledge of the language and will be eager to help you and exercise their Englis...
Taking a photo in a US supermarket When I went to a supermarket in the USA, I was amused by the exotic vegetables, so I took a photo of the vegetable shelf. Soon, a worker came and told me angrily "You are not allowed to take photos in here!". I was surprised, since I haven't pictured anything personal or private - onl...	In general, in the US it is legal to take photographs in any "public" property (eg, streets, parks, etc), unless it is somewhere that there would be an expectation of privacy (eg, toilets or changing rooms, etc). Legally if you refuse to comply with the conditions of entry - including not taking photos if requested - t...
Airlines actions for overbooking a flight I have been a frequent flyer since I was one year old and I have heard the gate employee time and time again say "Due to this flight being over booked we are offering free vouchers for those who are willing take this flight at a later date" and yet I have never actually seen an...	Quoting the American Airlines website, If at departure time more customers with confirmed reservations are present than there are seats available, gate agents will first ask for volunteers who are willing to give up their seats in exchange for compensation and a confirmed seat on a later flight.
Is it possible to get an e-Visa for Vietnam? There are multiple websites online allowing one to apply for an 'e-Visa' for Vietnam. Are they following the law or is it some sort of a scam? There is a Vietnamese embassy in my city but it's much easier to do everything online. <Q> Despite that fact that many websites cla...	For what it's worth (and for anyone who ends up here from a search engine) e-visas with Vietnam are actually a thing now (as in, government issued, not visa on arrivals).
Easier to travel on a Swiss passport than American? A guy told me today that his son has dual US/Swiss citizenship and that he always travels on his Swiss passport because it is much easier to travel on the Swiss passport. Why would this be? Ideally, I am hoping for someone who actually has a Swiss passport and can sp...	If you're travelling to an EU country - especially if you want to work there - then the Swiss passport will be better as you can use the faster EU lanes through passport control (although Switzerland is not a part of the EU, many of the rules related to EU movement also apply to Swiss citizens). Which passport is "bett...
How can you identify the year of a boarding pass We need to list dates of past travel for some immigration purposes. I have a stack of boarding passes which I can use to reconstruct most of it. However, most passes don't show a year. They just show day and month. Is there a way to find the year? Perhaps from the ticke...	Go on each airline's website, and check the 'status' of your booking (from the six character booking code on the boarding pass); the details page works for most airlines many years back, and will show you the year.
What are the risks of drinking tap water in Vietnam? Which rules should be obeyed when drinking tap water in Vietnam to avoid infectious diseases? Is it safe to drink tap water in big cities like Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh? In case it is not recommended - can I at least rinse my mouth after I brush my teeth? <Q> Tap water ...	It's not safe to drink water directly from tap as there's a great chance the water is contaminated, you're most likely to get traveller's diarrhea by drinking that and least likely to get Cholera with a host of other lovely infections in between, some you can vaccinate against before leaving.
Hotel charged for booking, despite not having checked in I applied for UK visitor visa for tourism however did not get visa. I had booked a hotel over the internet from 18th dec to 28 dec 2015 before applying my visa. however it charged me on my card on 24th dec 2015. I suppose to pay it on arrival in cash. will they ...	Some rates are not refundable at all.
Does Germany enforce a six month passport rule? Some countries require you to have six months remaining on your passport in order to visit. According to this list , Germany is not among them, but this note from the US State department says "U.S. citizens traveling on passports that expire in fewer than six months...	The official information is that the US passport must be valid for three months beyond the period of your intended stay (three months after you leave).
What's the age cutoff for a youth fare on Austrian Railways? When booking a train ticket on the Austrian Railways website, the age options are "Adults" and "Children/Youths". What's the age cutoff for a youth fare? Most of the youth fares I've seen in Europe are for up to 26, but I want to make sure Austria is the same...	The 26 limit is important for some discount cards, mainly useful for people travelling much but irregularly (always different route/times), and in some cases for international tickets and/or combinations with buses. Seat61: child fares apply from a child's 6th birthday up to the day before its 15th birthday.
Easily accessible snow in Nepal I'm planning to go to Nepal around November, December. Can I know of some places where we can stay and experience considerable snow, but that place has to be a village or town with regular transport to Kathmandu or another major city. From my search so far, it seems that you can only fin...	It's kinda hard to experience snow in Nepal unless you pack your bags and are ready for some adventure (mostly by hiking/trekking)
Safe place to store luggage for 5 days in Sofia, Bulgaria My family will be in Sofia, Bulgaria mid March 2016. During our stay in Sofia we are travelling to the UK for a 6 day 'side trip' but will then return to Sofia before finally travelling home to Australia. We would prefer to leave some of our luggage in Sofia for...	Also a luggage Storage office is working in the Central Bus Station, for storing luggage for 24h
What will happen if 2 out of 3 seats are confirmed and 1 seat is in Waitlist which is booked via IRCTC online? I have booked these tickets via the IRCTC website: Sl. No. Name Age Gender Status Coach Seat / Berth / WL No1 Ravi 25 Female CNF S3 13 2 Rina 25 Female CNF S3 56...	The answer to your question is that if there is even one passenger who has a confirmed reservation in a ticket all the passengers in the same ticket can board the train and shall be provided seats as and when they become available.
20 hour flight connection wait in Morocco. Can I sightsee? I'm a Brazilian citizen traveling to Portugal with a connection in Casablanca, Morocco (CMN) that will make me wait 20 hours and 20 minutes for my next flight. I know that no visa is needed to enter Morocco if you're staying less than 90 days. The question ...	Your best option is to try to sleep and wake up early and have a quick tour to some sights (pick them beforehand and choose a hotel nearby).
Visiting India - what amount of cash is recommended, and in which currency? I am planning to travel to India, for about two weeks. I will mostly stay near or in Delhi, not in the countryside. I plan to pay whatever I can with (US) credit cards, and I don't expect any issues for larger hotel chains. However, for dinner...	You probably won't be able to take rupees - currency controls, at least on paper, prohibit non-residents bringing rupees into India , which means it's also difficult to change local currency into rupees outside of India. Most taxis and almost all big restaurants take credit-cards, and all ATMs take foreign debit-cards....
Is it becoming illegal for a Canadian citizen to enter Canada presenting a foreign passport? Some countries (e.g., U.S., Israel) require their citizens to present themselves as such when entering the country - that is, they cannot enter using another country's passport. In Canada there is no such requirement: Current...	When travelling to Canada, you are expected to travel as a Canadian citizen and use your Canadian passport.
Cheapest destination for a white Christmas starting from Sydney? What is the cheapest destination for a white Christmas, starting from Sydney? To narrow this down: we should be reasonably assured of snow on or around Christmas (say 90% chance) it should be in a country that celebrates Christmas (doesn't need to be ...	A northern city such as Sapporo normally has snow around Christmas and will have many Christmas-related festivities and decorations. Japan is about 10 hours from Sydney, with direct flights to Tokyo. Low-cost airline Jetstar offers inexpensive flights from Australia to Japan, which certainly ticks all your boxes.
Maximum withdrawal from an ATM in the USA What is the maximum amount you can withdraw from an ATM in the USA? I have a UK credit and debit card and can use either to withdraw cash. I know I will be charged a fee so I want to withdraw as much cash as I can to limit the fee. <Q> Limits are set both by your bank, which i...	If you were traveling to a country where the exchange rate is considerably different, then you would be limited by the maximum allowed by the ATMs (as the majority of ATMs will only dispense the local currency) - which would be different than what your bank allows on the card.
Where can I try an autonomous driving car? I heard that in the Netherlands there would soon be a self driving bus, and this would be the first sharing the road with other cars. There are also a couple of other places with autonomous cars, but they travel in dedicated lanes. I think these things are amazing and will r...	I don't know about any place where you can already use a bus that shares the road with other vehicles, but in Rotterdam, the Netherlands there is a bus that drives autonomously on a dedicated lane with road crossings.
How can I determine the carry-on size / weight limits and restrictions for a US domestic flight? I'll be traveling for the first time in 20 years, and I'll be bringing my MacBook Pro and an iPad Air, as well as my usual folderol. I have a decent sized backpack, roughly 19-20" tall, 13-14" wide, and about 11" deep. I'm...	Anyway, I have found a page where you can spot the allowed bag size and weight for a lot of airline companies : http://wikitravel.org/en/Airline_baggage
What you do when you see a cheaper flight after you booked a non refundable flight? My question is about USA, I have booked a flight from BDL ( Bradley International ) to Miami with one stopover. A week later I found a better (non stop) cheaper flight. Is there a trick, like price match, etc? <Q> Once you bought it, yo...	You have to check your fare rule, afterwards if is convenient for you can ask for a partial refund and buy the new ticket.
Which toilets in the Philippines are more likely to have seats? And why are toilet seats often missing there? How can I have better luck finding a toilet that actually has a seat? (Or an accommodation where the toilets will likely have seats?) Is it by original design that they were simply omitted? Or do perhaps peopl...	It seems that toilet seats are a complete luxury and theft of the seat and other vital toilet components may be common. In general no, it's largely because if nobody complains then there's no incentive for somewhere to spend the money/effort to replace a missing seat.
Is there a website to find points to get tap water at airports? We now have two questions about drinking water taps/fountains in airports, but they are very specific, one to one the terminal of a single airport , the other as wide to cover both airports in a smallish city. This, and some banter about it on the chat, ...	A quick Google search (other search engines are available) should tell you if your airport provides free water at drinking fountains.
How can I spend older Canadian money? I'm going to Toronto later this year. I have some older Canadian currency on hand that I would like to spend. I understand Canada has recently transitioned to polymer banknotes, so I am wondering how easy it will be to use my old money. Some of my notes are dated 1979, showing a...	You should have no trouble spending them, though if you just want to be sure, any bank will be able to exchange them for a new polymer note for you.
Are there paraglide/paramotor operators around Lake Toba? I am looking for information on doing a paragliding trip around Lake Toba . I have no paragliding license, so I am looking for a tandem trip with a pilot. I see references to this possibility on e.g. this site (archive link as original went down) , but I've h...	I found several operators in the area through Paraglidingearth : Ask any of the providers of multiday-tours you found for a quote for a tandem flight around Lake Toba.
How does Austria's suspension of Schengen affect travellers (both EU and non-EU)? I'm an Italian citizen. Next Sunday I'm going to Austria. I have a national ID card but no passport. Recently Austria suspended Schengen. So can I enter Austria? <Q> The purpose of the Schengen Treaty is to let EU/EEA citizens pass intern...	Quite apart from the Schengen situation, your national ID card is enough to travel and even reside everywhere in the European Union, even in a country like the UK where everybody is supposed to be checked upon entry and citizens don't have an ID card.
Pets outside of cages/kennels on planes? Do any airlines allow pets to fly in the cabin outside of cages/kennels, or at least allow the pet to come out if they remain in the adjoining seat? I've searched far and wide and can't find good info about this. I ask because I saw a girl Tweet a pic of her dog on a plane sitt...	Air Canada allows this -- I've seen toy-sized dogs outside of cages temporarily, but they're usually still considered "as baggage" and highly doubt they'll be okay with them loose and away from the owner.
Postcards, stamps and mailbox at Manila airport? I'm having a stupidly hard time finding postcards and stamps in Manila -- it looks like postal mail has been comprehensively obsoleted here by SMS! Can I find postcards, stamps and a mailbox to send them off at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport? Terminals 1 or 3, to be spec...	Postage stamps are sold by retail shops near Gate 1 of the South Wing Pre-departure Hall and infront of the Philippine Airlines Business Class Counter, Check-in Hall of the North Wing.
Zika virus and the Dominican Republic My question revolves around the rise of the Zika virus in South America and the Caribbean. In March, my wife and I are travelling to a friends wedding in the Dominican Republic, and I'm concerned with the potential of catching the virus. Are my concerns just paranoia, or is there...	If you are a female and plan on having children sometime in the future, you should not go. The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends that all travellers protect themselves from mosquito bites when travelling to areas where Zika virus is circulating. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against Zika virus...
Can short-term visitors do charity/volunteer work? I remember a long time ago I was in some charity event my parents basically dragged me to, and I remember a girl there who said she's Canadian/from Canada and so it got me wondering: 1.If she's Canadian she's born in Canada and is probably not a U.S. citizen. 2.If sh...	Basically, you can do volunteer work as long as it's genuinely volunteer work that doesn't have an "ulterior motive".
Cheap one-way flight from Europe to South America? Very flexible long time traveler but not very familiar with the cheap routes between Europe and South America. Would be happy to learn about flight routes (from/to airport), airlines, times of year etc. If it helps narrow things down a bit, I was thinking of heading ...	I'm aware of that regularly sells one way tickets between Europe and South America without charging an arm and a leg (but still charging noticeably more than half) is Royal Air Maroc.
Can a 60Hz fan motor run on 50Hz? I am moving to Poland this summer and would like to take my two HEPA air filters with me (it really helps with my breathing, especially when the air is so polluted in the region). However, they are rated for 120V at 60Hz while the only reasonably priced transformers change the voltage ...	If the device contains an AC motor directly driven by the mains voltage, reducing the mains frequency will indeed cause the motor to rotate slower, but it may also overload the motor.
Can I prepay for a taxi from Boston Airport to a Boston hotel? I need to prepay for a taxi from Boston airport to Hyatt hotel. So far I cannot find a company that will do this. <Q> You cannot prepay for a taxi per se, as a taxi is a specific type of regulated class of transportation in Boston (as elsewhere). <S> Ta...	Many airport ground transportation companies offer a private car service along with shared vans and shuttle buses, and a web search will turn up dozens of other possibilities. If you need prepaid, Uber or a limo are the only choices.
Why can't I travel onwards if my bag wasn't going to make the flight? I was flying KLM from the UK to the USA with a short layover in Amsterdam. Because of delays in the UK, I almost missed my flight. The flight attendant told me my bag wasn't going to make it, but if I walk fast, my gate is just two over. When I go...	In this situation, it is completely routine for the bag to be sent as cargo on a later flight.
Does MasterCard work in Italy? I have a Mastercard and I want to know if they work in Rome or not. Mainly I want to buy food, pay for entrances, and transportation, and buy gifts and some stuff. <Q> Yes MasterCard works in Italy. <S> The question really should be does your bank's credit card work in Italy. <S> ...	It may be true that all MasterCard-network cards work in Italy, and the widest acceptance is that of EMV "chip" enabled cards; but despite this your bank may block the use of the card.
How to avoid the contact with the mosquito that carries Zika Virus in Tropical countries I'm planning to go to South America in the next month. Some countries like Brazil are preparing a campaign to control the mosquito to start in March. I think it is a late reaction. My biggest concern is about microcephaly . My ...	Use mosquito repellent when you are out and about, especially if youare going to be sitting outdoors eating, walking in gardens orforest.
Is traveling to Canada/US with desktop PC as carry-on possible? I'll be moving to Canada in a couple of months and I'm taking my $2,000+ PC with me. Obviously I don't want it to get damaged, specially since I'm an electrical engineer and I work with the thing. It's not overly big, and at worst I can disassemble it and ...	There are no restrictions from airlines to carrying a desktop computer in your carry-on (hand) luggage; as long as it fits the weight and size requirements.
Should I be worried about airline safety I'm making a trip to Thailand at the beginning of March. I've booked tickets from Bangkok to Phuket on AirAsia. However, after reading recent articles around AirAsia recent airline crash, I was sceptical of the airline choice. Should I arrange for a different airline? Is airlin...	Air Asia X have (relatively) recently completed the IATA Operational Safety Audit which proves it is as safe as any other airline.
How efficient is the immigration service at Oakland? OAK doesn't handle too many international flights. How efficient are CBP at processing arrivals for those it does handle? I'm arriving as a U.S. citizen from Stockholm on a Monday evening (scheduled arrival 5 p.m.) and wondering how long I should expect to wait. <Q...	If you have checked luggage be prepared to wait for an hour if you are unlucky. The immigration area has been completely empty when I arrive (as one of the first passengers leaving the airplane) so the waiting time is very dependent on your seating in the airplane.
Travelling from Paris Montparnasse to CDG airport A friend is arriving at Gare Montparnasse around 21:30 Feb. 18 and needs to get to CDG airport for a flight leaving late the following morning. He will miss the last Air France Shuttle. Can anyone suggest the most convenient direct way? I believe one can take the Metro ...	Alternative means of transportation include rail.
Why do some hostels only allow international visitors? Some of the hostels in the Gold Coast, Australia, only allow international visitors. I'm a bit surprised at this because the average Australian is not at all dangerous only dangerous in the same way your average backpacker is (likely to drink a lot, be an obnoxio...	The reasoning is some hostels are trying to create a particular social environment where you can interact with travelers from all different countries. Some places have laws that make it hard and expensive to evict hotel guests who overstay their welcome.
What is the Difference Between Air Conditioning and Climate Control? While searching for hotels on Expedia, I noticed that some say Climate Control , while others say Air Conditioning . I actually thought they meant the same thing until I saw that if you use the filters on the left hand side of search results to sele...	Climate control without air conditioning may refer to places where you have heating only, or fans only, and some form of control over it, but not the actual "cooling" part.
Missed a connection due to delayed baggage I had a connection flight Europe -> US -> South America. That was with AA. In US [at least in the connecting airport I was] there is the law that the passenger should take their own suitcases and proceed to the check-in of the next flight (the suitcases when entering US are n...	It is at the discretion of the airline and may depend on your status with them.
Where will my bus be at the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York? I am using Greyhound to go from NY to DC. I don't see on my ticket where exactly my bus will be. Is this information on my ticket somewhere or do I just go to Port Authority and ask? This is my first bus trip so I'm a bit nervous. <Q> Your Greyhound w...	You can find your gate by asking someone from the Greyhound ticket booth or you can use the new touch screen that tells you your gate by searching for your travel id located somewhere on your ticket.
Buying local currency in Argentina My wife will be in La Plata, Argentina for a few weeks. The nature of her visit makes it difficult to know in advance how much local currency she will need and we would like to avoid ATMs. Anyone have experience with sending money via Western Union to Argentina, or alternatives? <Q> T...	Your best bet for large payments is to negotiate a price in USD; the next best is to exchange for the current blue rate with someone in Argentina that you trust.
Reserve hotel from Barcelona airport? I am travelling from NYC to Barcelona, and returning back. If I miss my return flight to NYC, and my next flight is a one day later, how can I reserver hotel from Barcelona airport? I do not speak spanish, or have a laptop to reserve online. Is there some facility to book hotel ...	Also tripadvisor shows a list of hotels close to the airport.
Reserve hotel from Paris airport I am travelling from NYC to Paris, and returning back. If I miss my return flight to NYC, and my next flight is a one day later, how can I reserver hotel from CDG airport? I do not speak French nor have a laptop to reserve online. Is there some facility to book hotel from tourist info...	Sheraton : connected to the airport terminal Hyatt Regency : has a shuttle to go to and from the airport from the hotel, it has an indoor pool
Flight missed, can spend night on CDG airport? I have broken down questions, which I asked earlier. If I miss my flight on CDG airport, and next flight is say 2 days away, can I stay inside the airport on the landside ie before my security checkin is done ? Is it safe ? I have the same question for Barcelona airport...	You can stay in both airports.
How to keep track of all things you are carrying in the luggage and where they are? Often when packing for a trip, I start in a very good manner and following the best techiniques available . Once I am kind of done with the basics, I start noticing little things that are missing: my agenda, the battery charger, the s...	I use a combination of packing cubes, amenity kits I get for free from airlines, and cheap little zippered bags that get sold as pencil cases, makeup kits etc (the dollar store has lots of sizes.)
Seeing a Bollywood movie in Mumbai? It looks likely that a group of us will be in Mumbai for a few days in June. We're wondering if there's a really nice cinema (not just a chain) where we can go to watch a Bollywood screening with the local audience experience (cheering etc?) <Q> If you really want to know how lower c...	Yes, there are still some standalone theatres in Mumbai, such as Regal Cinema, Chandan Cinema in Juhu and Globus Cinema in Bandra. I would suggest that you try one of the following: Regal Cinema :
Is there an up-to-date map of street art in London? I'll be traveling to London soon and would like to have a look at some professional street art, such as the graffiti works by Banksy. Is there a continuously updated map somewhere that lists the location of such works? <Q> Best I can think of is Legal Walls , which m...	A website called " Street Art with Google Art Project " offers a great online map of graffiti around the world, including London:
Stansted Express. Do I actually need to print my e-ticket? I have booked an advance ticket for the Stansted Express. I opted to have the ticket sent by email (e-ticket) rather than by SMS to my phone (m-ticket). The info on the Stansted Express site says that I need to print the ticket before I travel. Do I really ...	No need to print it, since you can retroactively import the ticket into the Stansted Express mobile app.
Disclosure of funds at a Canadian airport So I might be going to Canada if they approve my visa. They asked for the amount of money I'll be taking there (via the application form) during my visit and they asked proof for it (bank statements etc.). I provided it and everything is good. However, since I'm applying for t...	The delta between what you have declared and what you really have doesn't really matter as long as it isn't significant. Altogether: no, this is not a likely avenue of questioning.
What power adapter do I need to use when traveling to the US? I would like to know if we can get USA adapter for Indian plugs in shops in US airports. As the devices in India are rated for 220v, we need a proper converter as well. Can I get both at an airport? <Q> A lot of what is sold in the USA would be for adapting...	Therefore, what you most likely need is simply a plug converter; which you can purchase at most airport duty free shops. Look at your power source, it is usually stamped into the plastic or written on the label what voltage range it accommodates. You are better off buying a plug adapter in India for the USA, rather tha...
Why did airport security swab my hands with wet paper? Before entering a commercial plane, I had to go through the usual security check at Prague airport (PRG). When I passed the metal detector, it went off. I assume it was because I forgot to take off my wedding ring. I was approached by the security guy and instead ...	The swabs are used to check for explosives and/or drugs.
How do I bring the level of interaction with Airbnb hosts to a minimum? When booking a flat on Airbnb one might have the following interactions with the host: Write an introductory text about yourself and the trip Confirm that the place is available on the dates you've selected and book Arrange a time for the host ...	If you really are anxious to be left alone, one strategy is to mention politely that you have some pressing engagement.
Can an airline prevent me from travelling on the first leg of a flight if the second leg is cancelled? Travelling from Doha to Philadelphia to Atlanta, and the Philadelphia to Atlanta flight was cancelled due to weather. The airline (Qatar) wouldn't let me travel from Doha to Philadelphia since my second leg (AA), even...	It is not uncommon for an airline to hold a passenger at the point of origin if they know the entire series of flights can not be completed as booked.
What is the cheapest and safest way from Thailand to Cambodia? I've read the border between Thailand and Cambodia was difficult to cross for foreigners. What's the best way to cross that border for foreigners ? Is taking a flight mandatory or is there other solutions ? And what would be the cost of the crossing ? ED...	Cheapest option is to take a train from Bangkok to Aryanaprathet (town on the thai side of the border), then go to the immigration office, then cross the border, then get to cambodian side
Why would passengers on a diverted flight not be allowed into the terminal? I was recently on a flight to Washington DC, but due to adverse weather conditions at DCA we were redirected to Philadelphia to await suitable conditions to land in Washington. When we landed at PHL, we were told that we would have to remain o...	Also, it's a potential security risk, I wouldn't be surprised if airport security / TSA was probably involved in the decision as well.
Is it possible to share an individual hotel room? I'm going to be living in a hotel in Germany for three weeks. I have booked and already payed an individual room for this time. My girlfriend has just told me that she wants to come to visit me one weekend. We both are Spanish citizens (in case it matters) and we would...	If you want to play it safe, your best bet is to ask the hotel . Definitely contact the hotel and explain your situation.
Internet access in Colombia Can anyone tell me what would be the easiest and cheapest way to access the internet? How common are HotSpots (biggest cities or towns) ? Can I rely on it or would be easier to buy 'pay and go' SIM card ? I am not going to use it for any social network or anything like that (except of SE Tra...	If you are planning to travel about or want internet access in the street then a prepaid sim is your best bet, these are not locked I have used Movistar and Tigo, and I could recommend movistar.
How does foreigner registration in Slovenia work? The FCO advice for Slovenia notes that: All foreign nationals visiting Slovenia must register with the Police within 3 days of arrival or risk paying a fine. If you are staying at a registered hotel or guest house, they will register you when processing your arrival. ...	However, if you stay in an accommodation facility,your landlord is obliged to register you with the competent policestation within 3 days after reception.
How can I know which terminal my flight departures from and to which one it arrives? I am traveling with LAN Airlines this weekend. I'll take a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt but I don't know from which terminal my flight departs or which terminal my flight arrives to. My ticket only states that the flight takes off...	If your boarding pass doesn't say the information, you should check the airport maps, the map indicates wich airlines are in each terminal, for example, terminal 1 for Canada air, Lufthansa and American airlines (arrivals or departures) each airport is different
What can I do to stop my 4 and 6 year old kids from falling out of a bunk bed on a cruise? I've got a balcony room booking on the Sun Princess. We're travelling for 1 week, and there are bunk beds for my kids. My kids roll around a lot at night, and they have a 'bar' that restrains them in their current beds. I'm wor...	Asking an expert (who can expect a larger tip) is much better than trying to solve it yourself without knowing the details of the cabin, or even asking here.
Still possible to exchange old West German money (pre-Euro)? I was stationed in West Germany in the 1980's and still have close to a hundred (West) German Deutschmarks in bills and coinage. If I visit Germany, can I exchange them for Euros, or are they now simply scrapbook fodder? <Q> Source <S> The official exchang...	You can exchange unlimited amounts of DM banknotes and coins for euro indefinitely and free of charge at all Deutsche Bundesbank branches.
Storage of home SIM while abroad I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask this but I've always found stack exchange users pretty helpful so here goes. I'm travelling from the UK to the Philippines, when I arrive at the Philippines I will buy a local SIM card for my phone (already unlocked) so I can communicate m...	Another option I've used is to stash it in one of the little plastic cases SD cards come in.
Can I enter the USA from mexico, by car, without a passport, if I am 16 years old and a citizen? I am traveling for a missionary trip I want to travel to mexico, for religious reasons (mission trip), but don't have a passport, nor have applied, and do not have enough time to apply for one. Could I be denied entrance ba...	Also note that you can apply for a US passport at a US consulate in Mexico, if there is enough time to do so. You do not need a passport.
How does the US know if someone has overstayed? How does the US know whether you have overstayed your tourist visa without having an exit stamp on your passport? How is it really calculated? <Q> They don't. <S> The US does not know how many people have overstayed their visas. <S> This implies that in any individual...	As others have mentioned, the US tracks exits by gathering data from the airlines and other carriers.
My ID was stolen during my stay in Spain. Will Ryanair let me board the flight? During my holidays in Alicante (Spain), my wallet was stolen together with my id. I left my passport home, because I live in another Schengen country. Will Ryanair let me enter the plane after seeing police report and/or the copy of origina...	You can board a Ryan air flight with any form of photo id.
Where should I exchange euros to rubles? Where should I exchange euros to rubles once I arrive in Russia (Example: Moscow (at any of the three airports))? Is there a special place directly at/near the airport that takes care of this? Or Should I exchange euros to rubles while in home country (France). It was mention...	The cheapest and safest way would be to exchange in a Russian bank.
Can I use an oyster card outside London? I'm travelling to London in 2 weeks and I wanted to buy an Oyster card. The thing is, I'll only be in London for a week and then I'll be going to Leeds. Will it be useful to have my Oyster card? Or should I just get a pay as you go Oyster card and before I leave get a refund? <Q...	Yes, you can sometimes use an Oyster card outside London, but not very far from London.
Getting from Laos to Hoi An, Vietnam I am considering travelling in Laos and the northern half of Vietnam, namely Hanoi and Hoi An. After a few searches from Luang Prabang to Hoi An on Rome2Rio for terrestrial transportation, there seems to be no bus or train between the two countries. My question is, are there buses ...	As i know, from Laos to Hoian have not direct bus or train, you have to transfer to Dien Bien Phu by bus or Hanoi by train to Laos, then catch bus to Hoian. There are many reputable tourism agencies are currently providing daily border crossing trips such as Trekking Company, Camel or No.14 Bus Company.
ESTA form and first names I have 3 first names on my passport. I requested an ESTA to travel to the USA by entering only one name. Is it right? <Q> Update 02 Oct 2018 <S> The ESTA site has now changed its help text. <S> It now states: <S> The first (given) names are required to complete the application. <S> If you...	In the First (Given) Name field, enter ALL first (given) names exactly as they appear on your passport in the first (given) name field.
Can a U.S. Transit Visa allow a stay of up to 29 days or can a US Tourist Visa application be done from a country other than that of your citizenship? My sister-in-law (Nicaraguan Citizen) is currently studying abroad in Taiwan. She has a 3 month vacation coming up this June - Sept. and my husband and I are trying to f...	Also, a transit visa is intended to be used for a "brief layover in the United States when the only reason for entering the United States is to transit.
Shops and museums openings during Easter weekend in London Are most shops and museums open during the Easter weekend (from Good Friday to Easter Monday) in London? Is there any day during the four-day break where there is more chance of finding them open? <Q> Large Shops Must Close on Easter Sunday <S> The 1994 Sund...	Most shops will be open throughout the weekend (except Easter Sunday, for which only a limited number of shops (mostly smaller stores) are permitted to be open), although possibly with reduced opening hours on Friday and Monday. Museums Museums usually close only on Christmas eve, Christmas day and New Years.
I am a minor with a UK Accompanied visa. Will I be allowed to travel without my parent, who is already in the UK? I am supposed to be traveling to the UK tomorrow, but my visa is an accompanied visa by my mom. My mom is already in the UK (she had to leave early). Will I be allowed in the airport to enter if my parent ...	A child visitor who is a visa national needs to either: hold a valid UK entry clearance for entry as an accompanied child visitor who is travelling in the company of the adult identified on the entry clearance, both seeking entry to the UK at the same time, or hold a valid UK entry clearance for entry to the UK as an u...
Which denomination banknotes should I take to Philippines? I'm travelling to the Philippines and ordered/received my pesos in advance as I'm not sure if there will be many cash machines in the areas I'll be going to, that and I also don't trust my bank to enable my card abroad due to previous issues even after telling ...	Use the 1,000 pesos notes as often as you can in the larger stores or in the airport and save your change for pedicabs and local restaurants.
When should I book my hotel if prices are inflated due to a major event? My problem: I recently booked a business trip about three months out, noticing slightly too late that there's a huge event (Formula 1 race) happening in town the previous weekend and all the remotely convenient and/or comfortable hotels are asking...	A lot of hotel booking sites offer free cancellation up to the day of the stay as an option that costs a few EUR or USD more.

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