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Highest point in NYC that may be reached for free?

6/16/2016 4:01:04 PM The best option I’ve been able to find is Bar SixtyFive, on the 65th floor of Rockefeller Center: The highest outdoor terrace bar in New York City creates an elevated lounge experience 65 stories above the landmark Rockefeller Center. Bar SixtyFive at Rainbow Room offers playful bistro fare and curated cocktails in […]

Can I travel to Australia as a tourist on a business visitor visa?

4/27/2017 11:27:06 AM Yes, you can. Subclass 600 is a general visitor visa, and while there are different streams to qualify for one, once granted they are valid both for business and leisure. https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/600- Note that on arrival, you may be asked to justify that you’re a genuine tourist, but hotel bookings, proof of funds […]

Does Frankfurt have two airports?

6/11/2016 2:54:56 AM Frankfurt Flughafen is the right choice for what you have described. There is a tube stop in the airport where you can take the “S-Bahn” to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof. It leaves every 15 minutes between 0500 and 2330 and it’s a 15 minute ride. From Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof it’s a 10 minute walk along […]

What does the 10 digit code on luggage tags represent?

5/18/2019 4:31:18 AM The first number “0” is usually the identifier for the type of checked bag (normal checked bag, gate checked, mobility device, rush bag,etc). So the first number could change, but not the next 3. Then you have 176 which is the airline identifier… in this case 176 is Emirate Sky Cargo Then […]

Can I bring vacuum sealed coffee to the USA?

4/26/2017 8:52:55 PM Yes. I have brought home Vietnamese coffee on a few occasions. What you CANNOT bring (food wise): any FRESH fruit, vegetables, plants, spices: fresh produce of any kind meats and fish, even when cooked and processed, are not allowed. I was denied bringing smoked reindeer from Finland. I routinely bring in: processed […]

Are there any museums or sites in England honouring Alan Turing?

6/18/2017 10:52:29 AM It isn’t about Turing in particular, but you can see a replica of the Manchester Baby, a computer that Turing programmed, and the first computer to store user-entered software in electronic memory, at the Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester. Can I cancel my plane tickets to Russia after obtaining a Russian […]

What is a stopover?

6/5/2016 8:52:02 PM A stopover is the time period between two consecutive flights above a certain duration and is typically used for a multi-day period. So, say you’re flying from London to Miami and want to spend a few days in New York, you would book a flight with a stopover in New York. A […]

Can I cancel my plane tickets to Russia after obtaining a Russian visa?

4/23/2017 9:58:53 PM You do not need the tickets to obtain your visa, you only need a confirmation that you’ll be hosted as a tourist. This usually is a hotel booking voucher or some similar document, you should contact your consulate for more detailed information. All in all, hotel booking can be easily canceled, usually […]

Why do Chinese people need a visa to travel abroad?

Why do Chinese people need a visa to travel abroad?

7/5/2016 11:18:11 AM There is definitely no exit visa required for Chinese citizens. The immigration control checks if a traveler has the visa for the destination solely. If a Chinese citizen go to the visa-free countires, like Thailand, Indonesia, Jeju-island of S. Korea, Morocco, Maldives…, a passport is enough. What should a sponsor tell the […]

Passport Not Stamped on Entering Sweden

4/20/2017 7:22:05 PM Your passport should have been stamped in Munich when you arrived in the Schengen zone from India. If you did not get an entry stamp there, something is wrong. You’ll probably need to contact the Swedish immigration authorities (try the nearest police station first) to figure out what you should do to […]

What should a sponsor tell the ECO?

5/31/2016 4:17:29 PM I am no expert on this matter, but my application was successful, so I will share what I asked my sponsor to include in his invitation letter in the hopes that others will find similar success. I will update as/when I find out more info via research too. Here are the things […]

What are the spearfishing/freediving regulations in Greece?

3/19/2023 10:16:55 AM Two years ago I got confirmation from a local spearfisher that no license is needed, as this requirement was at the time recently removed. I got the same message afterwards in an online forum. My bet is that the text quoted in Giorgio’s answer, which I found myself several times, is outdated. […]

Train from Brussels to Dusseldorf

Train from Brussels to Dusseldorf

4/20/2017 2:33:12 PM There are a few things to consider here. The standard fare is a “flexible” fare. You get a ticket valid for a certain day, and can get on any train on the booked route on that day. So if your train is late, you can wait for the next one. An exception […]

How to improve the chances of getting a free ticket from a "Blue Girl" at the Bayreuth Festival?

6/25/2016 8:30:24 PM As, according to the information in your question, it does not really matter what you wear, it has to be how you behave. I would say, if you see one of the blue girls walking around who might have a ticket, make eye contact, smile a friendly smile and hope for the […]

Does a novelist visiting the UK need a visa?

4/21/2017 1:35:44 AM As US national you will be entering under Appendix V of Immigration Rules as a non-visa national. As your primary source of income is running your US based business, and you continue to operate that business while staying in the UK there are some rules that you should be aware of before […]

Is it safe to plug a power strip into a travel adapter plug?

5/26/2016 12:35:14 PM yes and no. The adapter does not add any risk or danger, so the answer would be: Yes it is safe. However, and this applies at home the same, the total power you are pulling through all the plugs in the power strip must not be over the total supported limit, otherwise […]

Why is using plugs so difficult in Vietnam?

Why is using plugs so difficult in Vietnam?

5/23/2017 2:17:11 PM In theory, Viet Nam uses TCVN 6190:1999 for electric sockets. In this standard, the socket’s hole’s diameter is between 5.5mm and 6 mm. If Vietnamese people follows this standards, all A, C, E and F plugs can be plugged easily. However, most of Vietnamese electrical sockets and plugs (like this one) still […]

Traveling to Turkey and Istanbul during Ramadan

5/24/2017 11:03:37 AM Will restaurants be closed during the day? No, all the restaurants and bars are open where the main attraction anywhere in Turkey Will tourist attractions be closed during the day? They are open as usual. Can I take balloons on a flight? 10/11/2016 1:13:00 AM I’m from Turkey and I live in […]

Can I take balloons on a flight?

5/11/2016 5:16:16 PM The TSA Can I Bring?, impressively, has entries for both Balloons (inflated) and Balloon (uninflated). For Balloon (inflated) it says: You may transport this items in carry-on or checked baggage. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the […]

What is a "penalty for a driving offence?"

5/6/2017 6:32:22 AM There are similar terms with significant technical differences. Each of these can be issued relating to parking. (Caveat: I am not a lawyer, some of this stuff is tricky) Parking Charge Notices are issued by private owners of land if you contravene their parking conditions. These are a civil matter, you have […]

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