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What is the function of UK Border Force agents at UK airports between departures security and the shops?

3/15/2017 4:32:59 PM First things first. We do not pay the Border Force to amble aimlessly about in airports, nor to cluster at departure walkways without a specific purpose. While it’s true that sometimes a preventative show of force may be called for, this is done by the police. Stansted has a dedicated police force […]

Where can I buy US prepaid credit card outside US?

5/5/2014 11:53:47 AM When I went to the US last year I wanted to do the same thing to avoid the high transaction fees on my cards. I found a few places that offered them. In the end I decided to use my travel cash, which I was able to order for delivery to my […]

Does the immigration officer know about our travel plans?

8/21/2016 9:54:38 AM Does the immigration officer have a copy of my cover letter or detailed itinerary mentioning my travel route which I had submitted along with my Schengen visa application? They do not, but they are entitled to ask for the same and you should be ready to produce these documents when asked. The […]

London to Oxford by boat

8/12/2016 12:58:45 PM The River Thames is technically navigable as far as Lechlade, a few miles upstream from Oxford. However the river narrows significantly just above Oxford and is not used, as far as I know, by cruise boats. Boat cruises are available from Oxford going downstream – this Google search will give you a […]

"Match of the century" in Reykjavik

4/21/2014 2:54:15 AM The Icelandic National Museum had a temporary exhibition in 2012 for the 40th anniversary together with the Icelandic Chess Federation to commemorate the event where they showed (among others) the original tournament board, table and chairs. After that, they moved the artifacts to the newly opened Bobby Fisher Center in Selfoss, where […]

Do you have to use a body scanner in TSA Pre Check lines?

4/17/2015 1:35:22 PM You do not have to use the body scanner for TSA Pre-Check. Most of the time they don’t even have the body scanner in that line. And when I go to an airport that doesn’t have a separate TSA pre-check line, like LGA in NY, they give you a card that says […]

Does my passport go to a foreign country to get the visa or is it issued in the consulate of ones own country?

Does my passport go to a foreign country to get the visa or is it issued in the consulate of ones own country?

8/11/2016 9:06:10 AM The entry clearance officers are in the British embassy and consulates (known as high commission and deputy high commission in India). Your passport and supporting documents will be sent to the high commission or deputy high commission serving as a decision making hub for the area in which you live (see the […]

Swiss customs: necessary when travelling from France to USA via GVA?

4/17/2014 10:52:47 AM I’d go with what LaurentG has written. Declare it, pay the deposit (by credit card! Anything else will result in a for you completely useless CHF refund with according fees if you change it to USD) and get refunded upon leaving. There are flights departing from either secor, the French and the […]

Are Brazilian "Adult Only" hotels suitable for regular stays?

8/9/2016 11:29:12 PM Disclaimer: I haven’t stayed in either of those hotels. However I slept in love hotels, so the answer to your question “Are these kinds of hotels acceptable for regular tourists, who just need a place to sleep”, is Yes. There are a few things, however, to keep in mind: With love hotels, […]

Can I carry roller blades in cabin baggage?

4/24/2014 11:55:55 AM I took my roller blades on board. There were no problems with roller blades at the airports. Airline company does not check what is inside. It is up to the airport security. How to locate a bucolic camp site when on the road in the EU? 4/23/2014 6:42:54 AM Best thing to […]

Is there a guide for breast feeding etiquette around the world?

8/8/2016 1:20:47 PM Table of Contents Country guidesSearching for more infoBreastfeeding on planesSurveys and studies Country guides The closest I can find to a “guide” is the Wikipedia entry on Breastfeeding in Public. It has a comprehensive list of attitudes by country and continent that is a good head start for many places. Picking a […]

Is there a way to access wifi in Zurich airport without a phone service?

3/22/2018 1:59:22 PM I’m sitting in Zurich now. They have a keosk you can scan your ticket and it will print a code. Good for 2 hours free. I’ve been down loading Netflix for the flight. Very fast. Do US hotels make a copy of the ID shown by guests? 11/1/2016 8:54:38 AM Zurich airport […]

How to locate a bucolic camp site when on the road in the EU?

6/7/2017 7:37:47 PM If you can read Dutch, you can use the website Rustiek kamperen, or buy some of their books to bring along. You might have to make quite a detour to pass by one of the campgrounds listed in them, though. May I cross closed gates in Iceland? 5/12/2014 1:02:07 AM The ACSI […]

Do US hotels make a copy of the ID shown by guests?

8/5/2019 12:30:23 AM Some of the answers here are irresponsible. Guard your information closely. I read an answer that states the following: Touching on the identity theft part, it’s all basic or useless information that is kept. For the one I worked at, we kept: Name Address Birthdate Issue Date ID Number Gender This is […]

UK Family Visitor Visa refused on account of having a criminal conviction, however I've never actually had one. What are my options?

12/6/2016 2:07:14 AM It’s about deception. You applied for entry clearance and were refused on Paragraph 3.6a of Appendix V… V 3.6 An application will be refused where: (a) false representations have been made or false documents or information have been submitted (whether or not material to the application, and whether or not to the […]

May I cross closed gates in Iceland?

4/4/2014 3:46:33 PM I think you are misreading the picture. There is a grate running across the road itself that cars can cross without problems but hoofed animals (e.g. sheep) can not. Next to the road there is a gate that can be opened when driving herds. But this gate is never used to close […]

What personally identifiable information should I delete from my smartphone and email before travelling to a high-risk country?

7/4/2016 8:02:45 AM The only other recommendation I have is to delete (uninstall/remove) any banking related apps on the phone before your travel, for 3 reasons: It is not too difficult to retrieve logs generated by apps installed on a phone and I wouldn’t completely rely on the banks that they have secured their apps […]

Lufthansa connecting flight at Munich, only 45 minutes in between. Will I be able to make it?

4/6/2014 11:09:50 AM You will arrive and depart in Terminal 2 which was specifically designed for short transfer times down to 30 min. There are even extra cars which take you directly from plane to plane (via security) if needed, see: http://www.munich-airport.de/en/consumer/aufenthalt_trans/airportstop/minconntime/hcc/index.jsp Most likely you will arrive in Terminal 2, floor 5 or 6 (international) […]

Indian restaurant in Montevideo

1/8/2015 5:33:42 AM I was in Uruguay for about a year we don’t have any Indian restaurants. The closest thing would be Chinese fried rice in Jaun bonito blank st (I don’t remember the exact location). But you also have good Indian food in Argentina 3-4 hrs from port of Montevideo. Delhi taj and bombay. […]

Where is the passport book number and what is the difference from the passport number?

6/20/2016 10:41:34 AM For UK and US passports the book number is the same as the passport number. For other countries it is not the same thing as your passport number; and you can see in the sidebar – “You may or may not have a Passport Book Number on your passport”. If you have […]

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