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Is tipping expected in Indonesia?

5/10/2014 1:14:12 PM I traveled Sumatra and Java for months and I NEVER was asked any tip. The thing is that I speak some Indonesian, so they know that I won’t buy the “you are supposed to tip” line. That said, I’ve never been in Bali and they may have a very different culture about […]

Service to carry bags to / from airport in Australia – right up to checkin?

3/7/2015 5:55:49 PM If you hire a car service, the driver will usually be able to assist you door to door (with a suitable tip, of course). The advantage to a hired car is that the driver will be able to park it in the garage and help you with the luggage from your living […]

How much to tip at restaurants in Australia?

3/25/2014 11:46:08 PM While it’s occasionally being seen a bit more, tipping is NOT expected in Australia. Wages are expected to cover the employees, and everything is included in your bill. Indeed, in some places, tipping is forbidden – for example you might not be able to tip a security guard or dealer in a […]

Why does Turkish Airlines want me to cancel my flight when I check-in?

8/23/2019 8:23:27 AM I had the same problem with my flight, I tried calling many numbers none helped, only the Turkish airline’s number could confirm my flight +349 1 375 41 89, the girl informed me that my connected flight had a 5 minutes change. No big problems but I had to confirm. Now I […]

Are there any rules of thumb for the most comfortable seats on a long distance bus?

1/7/2017 10:24:02 AM There is one aspect that no one referred. I noticed in my last trip and may be important for some. Picking the first row of sits assures you that no one reclines the chair towards you. Picking the last, before the back door allows you to recline your chair without bothering anyone. […]

Is hitchhiking permitted in the Faroe Islands?

3/25/2014 11:45:13 AM The Faroe Islands are officially part of Denmark (albeit self-governing). According to Wikivoyage, it’s legal to hitch in Denmark, apart from on motorways: Destination boards are recommended. For safety reasons, it is illegal to hitchhike on the expressways, so it is better to use the on ramps and service areas. When crossing […]

Map of bus stops for Greyhound in Canada?

1/19/2017 8:29:28 PM The more rural bus routes in Quebec have been changing periodically in recent years, there is no up to date map and the maps that exist don’t have a high level of detail. If time is the primary concern, you’re likely best getting off in Laval Ouest West and finding a ride […]

Is it possible to do a self guided hike through Grand Canyon?

3/25/2014 12:27:53 PM You don’t need a guide. But if you camp out within the National Park then you need a backcountry permit. (See the national park page on backcountry permits) Also be aware of the warnings about hiking in the Grand Canyon — people do get (literally) lost and the conditions can be harsh. […]

What happens if I'm forced to overstay in the U.S. because my flight is delayed or cancelled?

5/18/2018 7:57:59 PM This is from the nonimmigrant services PDF: I am visiting under the Visa Waiver Program, but I can’t leave as scheduled due to an emergency. Is there anything I can do to extend my stay? If you have been admitted under the Visa Waiver Program and an emergency is preventing you from […]

Prepaid SIM card with best data plan in Canada

3/2/2015 7:55:40 AM Bell has a 30 day pass data plan which is $35 for 5GB of data. This is $0.007/MB. Very good value. Use a SIP talk and SMS. I use Anveo, it gives you Canadian numbers that can receive SMS — you will get them in email. And can send SMS via email, […]

Is the UK planning to introduce exit checks in 2015?

4/10/2015 2:36:53 PM Final Update 10 April 2015 The government published their Exit checks fact sheet Update 17 March 2015 The Home Secretary confirmed before Parliament earlier today that exit checks would begin 8 April 2015… …but hints at a possible exception for people travelling by coach Yes. The UK Border Force has been under […]

How do I transport fragile items?

12/9/2017 6:56:20 PM An original box will only survive a few times. They are designed to ship to the end user once and maybe for return to the manufacture. The proper option is a hard case with foam inside cut to fit the monitor. These cases are designed for transporting expensive and delicate equipment. The […]

Is overnight stay at Narita Airport permitted?

Is overnight stay at Narita Airport permitted?

3/27/2014 3:05:01 PM Just in case you haven’t checked a map, Narita Airport is about 2 hours from central Tokyo. Haneda is 30 minutes. Yes, Shinjuku and Shibuya are 24-hour places of interest, but do you really want to overnight there between long-haul flights, with your baggage in tow? There are many hotels in Hamamatsucho […]

Leaving my passport at the embassy to receive a visa but it is my only identification document

9/15/2018 12:06:36 AM I scanned my passport & visa, printed out very high quality images of them, put the two images back to back, then laminated them together. It works very well for day-to-day activities here in China. Very rarely does anyone ask to see the real thing. I have no personal experience with this […]

If there's no "until" date on your US entry stamp, how long can you stay as an ESTA holder?

2/24/2017 9:10:01 PM You’re allowed to stay for 90 days, unless you were exceptionally given a shorter stay. The passport stamp is not legally binding regarding the duration of your stay, your admission record is, and it’s found here. It will say by what date you have to leave the US Can I walk out […]

What is the use of a blue UN Laissez-Passer?

1/24/2018 9:44:47 PM The United Nations Laissez-Passer (UNLP) is a travel document which designates the holder as a UN or UN Specialized Agency official who is traveling abroad to carry out official duties. Furthermore, it is an official travel document recognized by every UN Member State. The fact that some migration officers might not be […]

Can I walk out of Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

Can I walk out of Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

5/17/2015 12:06:53 AM At Midway, walk to the CTA stop, then  outside through the bus lanes onto 59th St.All Uber options show up there, address is 4618 W 59th. Maybe 50 yards  farther than walking to the L.  Do I need to apply for a new ESTA when flying from a different airline? 2/16/2015 3:22:05 PM Midway is very walkable, though there’s a good bit of traffic so the surrounding areas aren’t the nicest place to walk, but there are exits and sidewalks. You might exit […]

Friend is worried about language barrier at airport in France

9/25/2017 3:50:06 AM While I have never been in France I have been in a lot of foreign airports. Departure boards are departure boards, fight numbers are flight numbers, gate numbers are gate numbers, times are times. Even without translation the only reason you could have a problem is if you were in a country […]

Do I need a UK transit visa when flying to Ireland through the UK?

11/30/2017 6:20:50 PM The GOV.UK website says: You’ll usually need to apply for a UK standard visitor visa. You might be eligible for ‘transit without visa’ if […] [you] have an Irish biometric visa (marked ‘BC’ or ‘BC BIVS’ in the ‘Remarks’ section) and an onward flight ticket to the Republic of Ireland. Furthermore, Timatic, […]

Do I need to apply for a new ESTA when flying from a different airline?

2/11/2015 11:37:44 PM No you don’t need to apply for a new one if you change airlines or country of origin, the conditions that require you to reapply does not include change of airline or country of departure. You don’t need to update your US address either. From the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website […]

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