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Using a European (GSM) cell phone in the US

5/25/2018 12:25:34 PM Not all European GSM phones work in the US (regardless of the SIM card). In fact I tried to use one of my GSM flip phones (bought new in 2015) in New York and it just said “no network”, it didn’t even have the possibility for emergency calls. Part of the relevant […]

Do Canadian citizens need a U.S. visa if travelling to the U.S. from the United Kingdom?

5/19/2018 1:06:41 PM You do not need a visa. That website is not an official site. It exists for the purpose of overcharging people for their ESTA applications. Note the disclaimer at the bottom of the page, which states that it is “is a private information website not affiliated with the United States Government.” Have […]

What is the bar on a CBP automated passport control (APC) slip?

9/26/2018 7:15:26 PM I had the same question, and have a new possible answer to posit: I think it’s in reference to your height. Mine was 29, my husband’s was 48, and we’re about 18 cm apart in height. Since the kiosk automatically adjusts its height to take your picture, it’s a possible explanation. Also, […]

Finding a quiet hotel in Madrid

12/28/2021 3:06:12 PM I have been working in Madrid for a while on business and I have sleep problems and I highly recommend the Catalonia Atocha hotel, it has very good prices and is a very quiet hotel and very close to the most emblematic places in Madrid. Classic Aussie pub (hotel) in central Sydney […]

In practice, is travelling from Philadelphia to JFK by rail for a flight connection as easy as doing the same by air?

5/8/2018 8:07:26 PM The main advantage of taking ground transportation instead of flying from Philadelphia to JFK is to save money. If this is your goal, the cheapest way from Philadelphia to New York is not by train but by bus (such as Megabus or Bolt Bus or Peter Pan, cost between $5 – $15); […]

Classic Aussie pub (hotel) in central Sydney

8/7/2015 4:13:54 AM A few decent options in the Rocks area such as the Orient Hotel and LowenBrau, Agree with above the pizzas at the Australian hotel are also decent. If you want to check out Bondi there are decent pubs / beer gardens such as Beach Road Hotel you could even stay in Bondi […]

Can GBP be directly used in Austria

2/17/2022 11:12:49 AM In Vienna you might find places to get your money exchanged (some places might try to rip you off, so better be a little bit careful) Although if you only go to more rural areas in Austria, it could be quite difficult to get your money exchanged. As I grew up in […]

Why could a B1/B2 visa holder skip the line at US immigration?

10/25/2019 12:45:41 PM B1/B2 visa holders (along with D visa, VWP travelers, US citizens, US permanent residents, Canadian citizens) can use APC kiosks as documented on https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/apc Am I at risk of unusable half banknotes in Quebec? Credit:stackoverflow.com‘

Last-minute passport for American citizens

5/30/2012 2:29:23 PM Emergency passport can be issued within 2 to 3 hours in any US consulate outside the United States. If you lose the passport inside the U.S. you can have a priority process that will take about 8 days – showing travel documents, hotel reservation and purpose of the trip (documented) will make […]

Cheapest season to go to South Africa from North America

4/30/2018 2:23:10 PM I would recommend traveling to South Africa, during the winter season. Mainly because hotel prices, guest houses, lodges, and flights are a lot cheaper. As well as having shorter lines lol. The some of the downsides would be game drives aren’t as nice because the weather obviously affects the animals. But if […]

Am I at risk of unusable half banknotes in Quebec?

5/2/2018 5:32:25 PM I live in Quebec. I ever heard about demis, never seen one (even in remote places) and honestly you are 100% allowed to refuse them. Actually, as per the Currency Act article 11 (Canadian law), “it is not allowed to melt, break up or use coin for any other use than as […]

Information about Fimmvörðuháls route

5/22/2012 6:41:06 PM A possible schedule and route is mentioned on Wikitravel’s South Iceland page when talking about the Skógafoss waterfall: Skógafoss is 60 m tall and 25 m wide and comes from the river of Skógá. The falls have been protected since 1987. Access to the falls is open all year round and there […]

How does customs work if my layover is in a third country?

5/19/2012 3:51:33 AM I just landed in YYZ (about 2 hours ago) on a flight from PHL into Terminal 1, which is used by Air Canada and other Star Alliance carriers. Passengers with connections to Beijing, Hong Kong, and Shanghai were directed off to the special connecting version of customs by a cardboard sign, suggesting […]

My suitcase kind of broke so I taped it. Is it still possible to bring it on an airplane with the tape?

4/25/2018 4:19:20 PM You’ll be absolutely fine. Airports have, to put it simply, seen much worse. Assuming that, depending on what kind of break is going on there, fragments and/or debris won’t come off of it (or harm anyone handling it), it will pass right through without a hitch. Bear in mind that it’ll have […]

How long does it take to bike to Marken Island from Amsterdam

How long does it take to bike to Marken Island from Amsterdam

5/8/2012 6:26:27 AM It is a day trip. As Jonik already points out, cycling without stopping would cost around 1.5 hours, but then you would miss most of the fun. The first stop you should consider is having a break in Durgerdam and take a drink a the riverside. Then also consider going to Holysloot, […]

Visa picture with bandage/wound

4/21/2018 1:11:37 AM I found this. It is not the US policy, but my expectation would be that this is a common standard at least in the western world. …if there are clear medical reasons, for example, head wounds, hair loss through medical treatment or illness, a scarf or bandage can be accepted as long […]

Traveling to Egypt if one is HIV positive?

6/17/2018 1:10:03 AM Whenever you travel with medicine, the preferred practice is to carry it in its original containers (and in your carry on, not checked luggage); bring only enough for your intended stay; and have with you a letter from your physician stating that the medication is required, is for your personal use, and […]

Managing SIM cards from multiple countries

Managing SIM cards from multiple countries

5/7/2012 12:30:17 AM I was a flight attendant before and I had this problem. I just kept losing them. Then I came up with an idea–An empty cigarette pack. Just put the sim cards inside the plastic that covers the pack and its tight enough to hold it. But then I saw a good thing […]

Cheaper flights on non-airline sites?

10/16/2015 11:53:06 AM In addition to the correct answer posted by @Doc, there is a further reason why lower prices appear on these sites. The travel agent can, in exchange for a guaranteed quantity of business, negotiate discounts with the carrier directly and pass on some of the discount to the customer, thus undercutting the […]

Is 45 minutes enough to check in and board plane at Chicago O'Hare airport?

3/14/2018 3:12:06 PM Generally speaking, your checked bags might not make it at 45 minutes, even if they let you check them in. The TSA has to inspect checked baggage and for International flights this may involve more screening than domestic travelers face From the TSA website If you are flying from any of the […]

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