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How can I find out which platform my train leaves from in Brussels Midi?

4/21/2017 6:03:51 AM As Roflcoptr says, your Thalys is booked to leave from Platform 5. Your best bet for platform 5 is to exit the Eurostar platform on the exit about half way along the train – not the one at the very front of the train. This’ll drop you down by the Thalys lounge, […]

Voluntourism – how to evaluate

2/12/2013 7:33:04 PM Your question touches upon a much more fundamental issue, which is the actual objectively measurable benefit of development aid. Many conservatives and plenty of those having worked in development for extended periods of time seriously question the potential impact of development aid. The former out of principle, the latter through personal experience. […]

Is there a website or list somewhere of which countries need a full page of a passport to issue a visa?

10/3/2014 3:49:35 AM The Gallery of passport stamps may help you – it at least indicates which stamps are just small stamps and which countries use an entire page. It shows the entry stamps, exit stamps, and visas, so you can calculate how much space you might require. Itineraries in South Africa (+/- 2 Weeks) […]

Website to identify low season for hotels

2/18/2013 12:34:29 AM For Europe at least, this site on Seasonality in Tourism Demand for Europe is going to be a great start – it has graphs galore, detailing which countries get how many tourists, and why, and when. It’s a really good read. Now, to do your own research is probably the best way […]

Itineraries in South Africa (+/- 2 Weeks)

10/19/2011 10:34:00 PM OK, firstly I can’t comment on Namibia/Namaqualand, but my folks went there many years ago and the stories of huge sand-dunes is something I can’t get out of my mind – I need to go at some point, it sounds amazing 🙂 Anyway, the rest: Kruger National Park – you’ll be able […]

Which carriers offer cheap one-ways from Europe to the United States

5/8/2015 8:13:00 PM Your question is to broad (where in USA? where in Europe? When?) but if you don’t put any restrictions (anywhere in EU, anywhere in USA, in the next two month) these are some results: AGP-LAX 14th May: 218 € with Norwegian MAD-LAX 13th May: 210 € with Norwegian BGO-JFK 16th May: 136 […]

How often should I fly on StarAlliance airlines to be eligible for a Europe-to-USA business class upgrade?

1/31/2013 5:36:24 PM If you are flying three CDG-FRA-ORD round trips per year on deeply discounted economy tickets on Lufthansa or Swiss, you should accumulate enough miles to redeem for a one-way transatlantic segment after about 3 years, or about 6 years for a round trip. If you can accumulate those miles faster through a […]

How much money can you take into Canada?

10/16/2011 12:48:47 PM You should be fine. According to the Canadian Border Services Agency website: If you are importing or exporting monetary instruments equal to or greater than CAN$10,000 (or the equivalent in a foreign currency), you must report the amount to the CBSA when you arrive or before you leave Canada. This applies to […]

Lufthansa Rail and Fly to outside of Germany?

1/30/2013 9:39:55 PM You cannot use this kind of ticket all the way down from Frankfurt to Zurich. However, it is possible to combine the Rail & Fly with a regular ticket. In your case you can buy a Rail & Fly from Frankfurt Airport to the German railway station in Basel (Basel Badischer Bahnhof) […]

What's the address of this guesthouse in Bulgaria?

8/3/2016 9:12:22 AM Isn’t it this one? The address is ul. “Mitropolit Panaret Rashev” 20 (ул. “Митрополит Панарет Рашев” 20). Here is the pin on the map. I found it by your description, “walking” in the streets with Google Street View. I was born and raised in Veliko Tarnovo, that’s why I’m almost sure this […]

Public transport from Venice to Arabba

3/1/2013 12:41:53 PM There is the transfer service mentioned by Marcel. Mind however that you need to book it in advance, at the latest on Wednesday before the weekend you are planning to travel. There is no way to buy ticket on the day, even though usually there are free places. Also, you need to […]

How can I book the interrail passholder Eurostar fare?

12/18/2022 12:12:46 AM In addition to the previous answers: general booking information on interrail/eurail is found at https://www.interrail.eu/en/book-reservations#/ they offer some special products (1 adult, economy), at the time of writing. The cheapest are 4 days within 1 month, 246€ Travel in 2 or more countries, 335€ If you prefer to travel 1st class, above […]

Online resources for airplane seat sizes

8/3/2016 8:28:28 AM I think you are imagining it. Flying on both Virgin Atlantic and JAL from Europe to Japan, JAL’s seats are much bigger. About the same width, but much more leg room. Their advertising claims an extra 10cm of leg room over the average, and my knees are certainly better off on JAL. […]

What supporting evidence is required for a Moroccan travel visa?

3/10/2015 6:33:21 PM I tried to call up the Moroccan Embassy in London for a few weeks but they never attend to phone calls! I consulted with a visa service agency based in the UK called CIBT and here’s what they told me (since this is not an official response, your mileage may vary): Your […]

Airline (lowcost) has changed my reservation, what are my options?

1/26/2013 5:33:25 PM Given that it’s a European flight, EU regulation 261/2004 is relevant, and covers your options. In addition to the full regulations (linked above), there’s a summary on Wikipedia which covers your situation. In short, as the flight is more than 2 weeks away you are not due any compensation, however Atricle 8 […]

Geek stuff to do in Las Vegas

4/29/2013 1:59:51 PM This geek enjoyed The Neon Museum for its history and tech aspects. Several pictures I took at the Boneyard are now in rotation as desktop backgrounds. There are tons of non-casino things to do. For example if you like zoo-like activities, at different hotels you can see lions & tigers, flamingos, dolphins, […]

STATI Schengen : What does it mean

1/25/2013 5:06:44 PM The Schengen Agreement is an agreement between several states that created the Schengen Area within which there are little or no border or visa controls. STATI Schengen in Italian means “Schengen countries”, so those countries that are part of the Schengen Area. You can find a list of these countries here. I […]

If I want to make a website of a long bike tour, should I make my own website or pay some one to do it for me?

3/19/2013 11:25:56 AM There’s a third-party solution out there that’s specific to bike touring journals: Crazy Guy on a Bike is a solution for touring cyclists to post journals. It’s also a community of touring cyclists. There are forums and classified ads, and, most importantly, thousands of journals already hosted. You can host photos there, […]

Is mozzarella liquid affected by the no fluids policy on planes?

5/19/2014 5:49:45 PM The closest comparison I can think of is baby food, which is indeed restricted. According to IATA TravelCentre: The International Civil Aviation Organisation, the UN’s aviation standard-setting body, has defined guidelines that more and more governments are adopting. The current restrictions for liquids, aerosols and gels from ICAO and in effect in […]

Cheap hotel or B&B in Zürich

1/27/2013 11:48:16 AM As additional, below indicated YHA Zurich link might be helpful as well: http://www.youthhostel.ch/en/hostels/zurich Can you get frequent flyer miles from all code-share airlines, or only same alliance ones? 1/22/2013 2:43:34 PM First a quick note: Switzerland in general, and Zurich particularly can be very expensive. It is one of the most expensive […]

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