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Flights booked for 7 passengers, can the non-paying passenger cancel it?

3/18/2015 11:43:09 AM The best you can do to be in the safe side in this case is having your brother login to his BA account and change the contact numbers and optionally remove her from the reservation. If for some reason the reservation was not made from your brother’s BA account then have him […]

Why are balloons prohibited at Amsterdam Schiphol?

8/3/2014 4:00:02 PM I found this article. Loosely translated: Station Schiphol disallows balloons since recently. The reason for this is that it has happened a few times last year that a kid’s ballon hit the overhead power lines, often resulting in smoke and smouldering particles. Because the smoke alarm is very sensitive, because of safety […]

How to recognize a good sushi place when abroad?

How to recognize a good sushi place when abroad?

11/16/2013 11:32:54 AM The other answers provide a bunch of handy tips for weeding out the absolute worst excuses for sushi, but little help for distinguishing the mediocre from the sublime. How, exactly, are you going to find out about “freshness” before you try it? No, there’s only one rock-solid reliable indicator of excellent sushi: […]

Should I avoid overnight flights from Dubai to India?

6/18/2023 5:40:22 AM As a frequent traveler to India from UK. I’d consider myself have much experience about flying by both the direct flights and the cheap flights through Dubai (really it is not that cheap compared to direct flights but surely you can save some money if you book your tickets quite earlier). Working […]

Can I bring a big wooden sword as carry on in a plane?

9/3/2016 11:35:47 PM Often, regulations prohibit any kind of sporting equipment which can be used as a weapon for carry-on, let alone sporting equipment from a combat sport. Dorm / Hostel: How to assert myself politely with roommates 7/13/2014 8:09:26 PM I don’t think any airline would allow you to take that sword as carry-on […]

Where on earth is this image from the backgrounds in Windows?

2/19/2014 9:29:18 PM It’s a picture of a sunrise on the coast of Lycia, a Turkish region on the Mediterranean coast. Source (click on the picture you’ve provided, it will show you the details): http://windows.microsoft.com/en-au/windows/beaches-panoramic-download-theme What should I do to avoid ear pain when flying? Credit:stackoverflow.com‘

Throwaway ticketing: picking optimal return date

11/4/2013 4:17:18 AM I’m not aware of any fare search engine that targets precisely this option, but quite a few let you search date ranges, eg. Adioso and ITA Matrix. Rome2Rio is also handy for getting a feel of possible prices, and it’s the only search engine I know of that will actually let you […]

Dorm / Hostel: How to assert myself politely with roommates

7/14/2014 3:32:28 AM Here are some tips I’ve gathered from staying in a lot of dorms: If it’s possible, try and get a bottom bunk and put a sheet/towel up, creating a “tent”, so that if someone does turn the light on you aren’t as disturbed. Lock your stuff – if lockers aren’t available, store […]

What should I do to avoid ear pain when flying?

What should I do to avoid ear pain when flying?

1/14/2020 9:11:32 PM I’ve always had some issues with my right ear and also with a congested nose. Recently, flying to a vacation with a stopover, I had really bad pain on both flights, including major sensations of movement within my ear (not a “pop”, there was no relief). This started within about 20-30 minutes […]

Why are prices published without tax in the US?

11/30/2022 12:24:36 PM There is no particular reason why prices should be displayed exclusive or inclusive of sales tax. It’s just traditionally done without tax in the USA, and with tax for example in Europe. In the end you pay the same amount. It is obviously a nice surprise for US tourists in Europe (I […]

Arrivals forms or customs agents may ask if you packed your own bags. Must I pack them myself or is it OK to answer in the negative to this question?

2/10/2018 11:10:16 AM In New Zealand, the MAF ask this question on the form. It is to get a written conformation that you packed it so you are liable for a $400 fine if you forgot to declare even one apple. What if you say ‘No’ and your mother helped you since you were getting […]

How to find cities with similar weather conditions

7/31/2016 6:05:13 PM This might be what you’re looking for. You just enter the name of a city and it searches for cities with similar weather records. http://mikemcbrearty.com/climate/ Search engine for stop over possibilites 4/24/2015 7:23:24 PM From what I see location on a continent is much more important than latitude. Further more influences like […]

If I overstay in the Schengen area, which country would impose a fine on me?

5/30/2015 4:50:17 PM Difficult to definitely predict what will happen but Germans have a reputation for being particularly strict and my personal experience bears this out so if this is at all possible try to avoid falling fool of the rule. As @Gagravarr explained, there should be no systematic passport check when landing in Germany […]

How can I purchase Greyhound tickets online if I'm a non-American?

7/26/2015 5:36:38 PM Here is a info for everyone still wondering about that: I just was able to buy a print-at-home ticket from Austria also by entering 999-999-9999 as my phone number. Is it legal to peel off a visa from your Australian passport? 9/18/2013 4:46:07 AM Today, Greyhound support finally replied to my inquiry. […]

Can a tourist buy a gun in the USA?

12/23/2012 3:16:52 PM Frankly, start with a taser and some pepper spray. If you’re really concerned, a bulletproof vest is probably a lot more helpful against threat of gun violence than yet another gun. Short answer: it is probably possible to acquire a firearm, if a person were comfortable with the potential (extremely serious) consequences. […]

US immigration mix-up: will it cause problems on my next visit?

10/31/2013 10:33:12 PM You should be fine. All entry points across the country are synchronized to use the same records, so any notes made in San Diego will be visible next time you enter, regardless of where you go. That said, there is a (small) risk is that the CBP officer did not completely fix […]

Search engine for stop over possibilites

3/4/2015 11:56:54 PM Yes, I’ve created a Stopover Search Engine to find cheapest stopovers between two places. For every flight it presents 5 destinations which you can visit on the way and tries to make it cheaper or the same price as RT flights would be. Hopefully it’s what you were lookig for 🙂 Watching […]

Is it legal to peel off a visa from your Australian passport?

12/18/2018 1:55:40 PM I saw a man cry when his brand new passport was confiscated at the airport of his own country because a page was a bit chipped at a corner. He looked like he was on route to a foreign job and leaving country for the first time ever. Imagine the devastating experience. […]

OK we're all nerds here, so really, how on earth should I use a Japanese toilet?

OK we're all nerds here, so really, how on earth should I use a Japanese toilet?

3/20/2012 11:24:42 PM Sit on the toilet Press the buttons (with great aplomb) Enjoy a whole new spectrum of toilet-based sensation It worked for me! What is this building and where is it? Europe in 1944-45 by a U.S. Army Air Force soldier. France, Germany, Belgium, or Netherlands? 2/25/2012 4:18:16 PM Ignore it. Ignore it […]

Could you actually get in trouble if you don't stick to the transport and accommodation stated in your visa application?

12/3/2013 8:48:37 AM In China, the EEB (Exit-Entry Bureau) branch of the PSB (Public Security Bureau) works together with local police to keep track of foreigners in the country. When you stay in a hotel, the hotel is required to forward your passport details to the local police. If you stay in a private residence, […]

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