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Safely disposing of agricultural contraband

12/8/2017 3:12:24 PM If you want to be sure, cook the “fruit and veg” that you don’t eat and dispose of in the garbage. There is no need to build a fire in the backyard and burn it. Cooking is a normal practice. There is no need to do extraordinary things. USA: What visa should […]

Do you need to get a new ESTA when your passport is renewed?

8/17/2011 1:32:43 PM I’ve found the answer in the DHS ESTA FAQ. The bad news is that if you renew your passport, you have to re-apply (and pay again) for a new ESTA: What should I do if the information on my passport has changed? If you obtain a new passport or there is a […]

What can I do if an airline cannot provide the meal I requested?

1/2/2019 4:50:59 PM I have no idea how Brussels Airlines manage their meal ordering system, but even when specifying your request beforehand I think there is a big distinction to be made between preferences (such as a vegetarian meal) and medical necessities (such as a diabetic meal). As someone who requires a diabetic meal I […]

How can I effectively compare data plans available in a country?

6/20/2013 5:39:25 AM I would recommend looking at this website. It has a list of all prepaid providers world wide http://prepaidwithdata.wikia.com/wiki/Prepaid_SIM_with_data Which country should I go to in order to see gorillas? 8/13/2011 10:00:04 AM First off, I would use Skype, Google Voice (through GMail outside the US) or any other VOIP-like provider. They offer […]

Which country should I go to in order to see gorillas?

12/20/2018 4:23:34 PM It’s true; Uganda, Rwanda and DRC both have Mountain Gorillas, however safety in DRC is truly not reliable unlike in Uganda and Rwanda. So on the scoreboard of safety DRC scores least. When it comes to price, a gorilla permit (a must have in both Uganda and Rwanda to see the mountain […]

3-star hotels in Dubai, UAE

11/15/2017 4:42:31 AM Dubai is a fairly clean and modern city, so 3-star is pretty much the lowest you an find and there are really plenty of them. Prices start at around $50 USD per night but I have paid less and a little more. The hotels themselves are usually pretty well-maintained and clean. Personally […]

Can you sneak into Premium Economy Class?

9/4/2018 12:25:57 PM Several years ago on United, I asked a flight attendant if I could move from my full row to the empty middle row behind me. Apologetically, she said the crew tries to keep that row for themselves, but I could move forward to a less-full row (she specified which one). It was […]

Is there a flight search engine that has an option to show full flights?

5/6/2014 2:11:21 AM Yes, there is a way to do this, see http://matrix.itasoftware.com/ and make sure to unselect the box “Only show flights and prices with available seats“ Is it possible to recharge an OV-chipkaart without a Dutch banking card? 7/19/2012 2:13:16 AM Airline and booking sites don’t show flight schedules/timetables. They only show what […]

Inter-island flights in Hawaii: Lower 48 ticketing model or bus model?

11/7/2017 10:59:21 PM tl;dr: mainland. https://www.islandair.com/my-reservation All changes are subject to a ticket change fee and difference in fare. Charges are per segment and dependent on fare rules for ticket purchased. https://www.hawaiianairlines.com/legal/fare-rules-terms-and-conditions Interisland Web special fares are valid only for travel between Honolulu and Lihue, Kauai / Kahului, Maui / Kona, Hawaii / Hilo, Hawaii. […]

Is it possible to recharge an OV-chipkaart without a Dutch banking card?

5/20/2018 10:00:49 PM You can now recharge your OV Chipkaart using VISA, Mastercard or American Express creditcards at almost any NS Ticket machine, and with no extra charge! There was a charge in the past of 0,50 euro but that has been dropped. Source: I’m Dutch, also here (English): https://www.ns.nl/en/customer-service/payment/problems-when-paying-online.html What are some strategies for […]

What Exactly is Self-Catering?

3/29/2017 9:07:24 AM A self catering apartment, hotel room, hostel, vacation place, etc, is one where guests have facilities for making their own meals and cooking, and are allowed to do so. Normally a hotel might give guests a kettle and some coffee/tea, maybe some biscuits, and usually a dining room with menu, sometimes also […]

What are some strategies for keeping solo travel costs down?

7/16/2011 9:05:59 AM Ask for “the cheapest room”. You may be surprised. If I can’t find a hostel or a cheapie hotel and have to stay at a regular tourist hotel I will find the cheapest one and then ask for the cheapest room. I once had to do this in Regensburg, Bavaria. When I […]

Using child car seats in Cuba?

12/11/2017 11:07:30 PM I’ll answer my own question: Airport transfers by tour companies can be on either big coaches/buses (not equipped for baby carseat installation) or vans (that might have appropriate seatbelts although this can’t be guaranteed) The official tourist “yellow cabs” in Havana (operated using newer cars, typically Chinese/Korean ones) typically do have the […]

What is the best time of year to go to Disney World to avoid crowds?

2/13/2014 6:07:11 AM As daybreaker points out, there is no particular season which is completely free of crowds, because even in the middle of February the parks are packed for the half-marathon. Check the calendar at http://www.undercovertourist.com/planning/when-to-visit.html for the specific days you have in mind. For reasons that aren’t clear to me, Disney’s official site […]

When applying for an ESTA do I have to say I have another nationality?

11/6/2017 9:56:43 PM You have to declare both current and past citizenship on the ESTA Application. So, it doesn’t matter if you renounced or how you view yourself. From the ESTA Application: Are you now, a citizen or national of any other country? Have you ever been a citizen or national of any other country? […]

How can I avoid unfavorable currency exchange rates when paying with my card abroad?

11/2/2017 7:07:35 AM I have sorted possible solutions from best to worst. Table of Contents Use a GBP account in Polish bank and debit cardYou can try an ATM with dynamic currency conversionPay for your purchases by card and use the dynamic currency conversionBring cashThe currency exchange booths do not have card terminals Use a […]

Can anyone recommend a good trekking tour for Machu Picchu?

3/22/2014 3:49:42 PM There are many alternatives to get Machu Picchu. Starting with Classic Inca Trail 4 days, Short Inca Trail 2 days these two routes has several archaeological sites on the route and beautiful landscape. On the other hand the alternative routes they don’t have archaeological sites on the route however have beautiful views […]

What happens on the immigration gate if a passenger lost their fingerprints?

4/8/2019 9:23:45 AM My mother have disability in her right arm. When entering Singapore, as soon as the immigration officer seen the disability, he immediately waved off and granted entry. No further questions asked. Fingerprint is not a hard requirement. Immigration officers have a lot of discretion regarding this. Airbnb housing gone electrifyingly bad 4/8/2019 […]

Is the border between Georgia and Russia open to citizens of other countries?

4/6/2017 12:09:46 AM There is an account as of July 2016 from an Australian blogger, Nick of Pineapple Explorer, and his Ukranian friend crossing at Verkhniy Lars in a Georgian car, with photos to back it up. It reportedly took them 12 hours to cross (waiting in line from 4am to 4pm) in high-season. What […]

Can I enter the US with a Green Card about to expire?

4/11/2018 11:02:15 AM I just realised this question had no answer. Since I returned with no problem, I am going to post as an answer my own experience. Yes, returning caused no problem, my green card was still valid (albeit for just a couple more days) and I came in with no issue. A month […]

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