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What method should I use to plan what clothing to pack for destination X?

What method should I use to plan what clothing to pack for destination X?

4/14/2014 1:26:02 PM In addtion to specific weather and social aspects, a general approach to deal with temperature is layering, as detailed on onebag.com, one of my favourite travel sites. The basic idea is that you adapt to changing temperature by adding or removing layers of clothes. Accessories can be helpful as well: an umbrella […]

How are laws different when in a Native American reservation (that matter to a tourist)

7/26/2015 7:08:40 PM There can be and are some legal differences between laws and traffic regulations in reservations and out of them. Example from Montana. Those are however minor. In the US there are also variations between states, but all the time masses of tourists cross state lines without knowing the ins and outs of […]

Schengen Visa Application: what are some helpful tips for preparing?

4/16/2016 8:19:40 PM These are some notes that may be helpful to Schengen applicants. There is no absolute formula guaranteeing success; some applicants are successful submitting less and others require more. It’s down to each applicant to use their best judgement and select the highest quality evidence they can get. Table of Contents Is a […]

Is there scuba diving / snorkelling in Sierra Leone that is safe e.g. from sharks?

2/21/2017 10:24:46 AM Is it advisable to dive/snorkel in that region of the world? There is some recreational diving and snorkelling in Sierra Leone, but not much. As well as challenges related to the economic situation and low tourism, the water visibility is usually pretty bad (this is true for most of the West African […]

Will I be covered under the UK Health system?

7/6/2015 2:01:47 PM Other responders have addressed the need for acute care. It’s probably worth saying that you’d be entitled to care on the same basis as a UK resident, so you’d only get the drugs which are funded within the NHS. So it’s possible that if you had cancer related issues you may not […]

Can I use proof of onward travel that assumes a visa extension?

4/18/2014 5:55:22 AM You will need to speak with the Embassy or Consulate handling your visa application, as technically the visa is only 60 days. The 30 day extension is granted afterwards and is at the discretion of the Immigration Officer you speak with in Thailand. While the extension is usually easy to get, it […]

Where to find ferry flights and empty leg flights?

Where to find ferry flights and empty leg flights?

6/29/2015 5:04:08 PM Private Aircraft Others have answered for the commercial and chartered sectors, which is increasingly being strangled due to regulation. This answer will focus on the private sector. Where are these announced? The short answer is they are not announced, at least publicly like on a web site. Any kind of advertising or […]

What are the legal implications of exporting a tarantula from Brazil to Mexico?

3/11/2015 7:01:52 PM Yours spider is not listed by CITES, so it is not forbidden to bring your pet to one of the member states if you comply with the local import rules. It seems that your friend would need to apply for an import permit: For species not listed, the requirements are not known. […]

Can I pump my own gas in New Jersey, USA?

11/16/2018 7:52:30 PM The Retail Gasoline Dispensing Safety Act (N.J.S.A. 34:3A-4 et seq.) and Regulations (N.J.A.C. 12:196) mandates that no person dispense fuel at a gasoline station, unless that person is an attendant who has received fuel dispensing instructions. The Retail Gasoline Dispensing Safety Act also ensures compliance with appropriate safety procedures, the prohibition of […]

Is it legal/safe to visit the Calais border crossing?

Is it legal/safe to visit the Calais border crossing?

6/9/2020 7:11:55 PM People visit the migrant camp in Calais (actually Sangatte) all the time. But, they are representing migrant charities and migrant advocacy groups. Others visit as media journalists. As a general rule, they all carry credentials around their neck and move about in groups. It is not illegal to engage with them outside […]

Rock climbing when on Malta

Rock climbing when on Malta

12/26/2018 12:08:36 PM "Malta boasts over 1300 climbing routes to choose from, and good weather throughout most of the year, the Maltese Islands are becoming a climber’s paradise." Source – Visit Malta Guides and lessons for rock climbing in Malta can be found widely, notably by MC Adventure. "Malta has over 1500 rock climbs distributed […]

Travelling to Himalayan National Park or Nanda Devi Reserve in Monsoon

8/28/2018 9:30:45 AM Regarding Himalayan National Park The climate is typically the Western Himalayan temperate and alpine type. There are four distinct seasons recognized for GHNP: spring (April-June), rainy/summer (July-September), autumn (October-November) and winter (December-March). During winter, the precipitation is in the form of snow even in lower elevation (1,560 m) and higher elevation areas […]

B1/B2 in admin processing for 20 months and now I've moved to another country. Should I notify post, re-apply or do something else?

11/16/2015 2:15:16 AM This is indeed a highly unusual case. Most visa applications sent in for administrative processing are completed within 60 days, and the State Department says you should inquire with the consulate if more than 60 days has passed. If your application is still showing in administrative processing in CEAC, then I would […]

What are the lightest travel adapters/converters available for France?

What are the lightest travel adapters/converters available for France?

7/6/2015 12:53:58 PM My suggestion is to take a multi-prise of your current country, open it up and change the plug to a European (that you should be able to find in stores in Toronto, or in the worst case buy one in Paris). The new plug should look like this: Ungrouned, and a three-pin […]

Is it allowed to bathe at Grjótagjá?

Is it allowed to bathe at Grjótagjá?

5/12/2014 3:51:09 PM After visiting Grjótagjá, I’m able to respond my own question since @MikkaRin answer is not as complete as it should be. When you arrive to Grjótagjá you find these panel: It’s self-explanatory: “The public is prohibited from bathing or use of caves for purposes other than for inspection and photography“. Given this, […]

Arriving at Newark from Europe, have ESTA, how long should it take to go through immigration and customs?

6/9/2015 2:41:07 PM In actuality given where you are going there are public transit options available but again depends on the time of the day. You can take a train from Newark Airport to New Brunswick and then take 815/818 bus to get to the Hilton East Brunswick, so in this case the amount of […]

Flying through Sheremetyevo airport in Moscow considering current situation?

3/27/2014 10:23:06 AM Right now, things at Moscow airports are pretty much normal. If I was going to fly there a week from now, I wouldn’t worry too much. A month from now, all bets are off. As long as the economic sanctions against Russia remain nominal, targeting only a few key personnel, the situation […]

Flying with someone else's children

3/24/2014 11:37:48 PM Regarding ID: they do not need id. Source: TSA Blog Regarding written consent: It is definitely a good idea but is not a strict requirement any more than if you were driving. Nobody would ask unless one of the kids tries to make a huge scene, yelling “you’re not my parent”, etc. […]

Public shower options in Munich?

6/5/2015 10:20:59 AM There are paid toilet and shower facilities located in the basement of munich central station. The service is provided by the private company Mc Clean and costs around 7€ for a shower including towel and a selection of soaps. Opening hours are daily from 6am to 12pm. Flying from the UK to […]

Will barbers in Taiwan shave a beard/a week's growth? If so, how much does it cost?

5/18/2014 4:15:52 PM Perhaps this is a bit old, but you can show up to the barber I used to use. They did beards with a straight blade. It is perhaps a bit out of the way. It is about a 3-4 minute walk from Tamsui Station at the end of the red line. A […]

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