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Are there restrooms on trains in Israel?

3/7/2013 2:41:24 PM All trains have restrooms. Trains go from Naharia (north) to Beer Sheva (South)- which leaves the south of the country for bus use. Almost no relevant trains for tourists in west-east direction, exept Jerusalem (which has nice view but take twice as long as a bus ride). The Atomic Testing Museum: Suitable […]

Strange landing interview at LGW for an EEA national

12/17/2016 1:40:48 AM You stated you were arriving from Zurich. The officer asked you a destabilizing question: why do you have a Swiss debit card? Such questions are meant to gauge your reaction and the consistency of your story. A legitimate holder would react, naturally, just as you did: “uh, because I said I live/study […]

The Atomic Testing Museum: Suitable for small children?

12/9/2018 10:13:53 AM Been there! It is a really nice exhibition, but I would have expected a bit more to see. It’s not scary at all, more exiting and entertaining in a ‘1950’s amazement’ kind of way. You wont see any “death and destruction” there, the worst thing is probably the Declassified U.S. Nuclear Test […]

Shower for a traveler passing through Delhi

4/11/2016 2:49:11 PM There is Plaza premium lounge at T3 international departures that you can use. Three hour pass would cost US$30 and a six hour pass is around US$60 and a 12 hour pass would cost $85. Price included hot buffet and non alcoholic drinks. This lounge is after immigration and security so you […]

Does applying for a multiple entry Schengen visa instead of a single entry the first time hurt my chances of a visa getting granted?

1/21/2013 5:07:50 PM I had the same question and decided to ask the embassy in London. They said I can ask whatever I want, but they have the rights to grant or deny your request. You can ask for multiple entries for 6 months and that’s not a problem at all. However, by denial if […]

How to book a ticket for an unborn infant?

2/21/2015 11:42:14 AM I called a cousin who works for an airline at an airport, he explained how to do this in a very safe and efficient way. Infants do not need a seat, airline require a fraction of the price paid by the adult to be paid for the infant (~10%) or sometimes it […]

Where, specifically, was the statue of King George III in Manhattan? Can I visit there today?

Where, specifically, was the statue of King George III in Manhattan? Can I visit there today?

12/14/2016 5:10:42 AM This turned out to be hard to find, but not impossible… The Teach US History web page you linked to contained an interesting footnote: (4) Marks, Arthur S. “The Statue of King George III in New York and the Iconology of Regicide,” The American Art Journal 13 (Summer 1981): 62 That article […]

When is an International Certificate of Vaccination necessary?

3/20/2012 6:42:41 PM In theory, the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) card serves as a record of all major vaccinations you’ve had, including things like Tetanus, Hepatitis, Rabies, Typhoid, TB, etc. Carrying one with you when you travel is a little like carrying a very abridged version of your medical records – specifically […]

How does tipping work on a cruise?

2/13/2012 6:31:56 PM Tipping in cruises are categorized in 3 ways: Mandatory: Most cruise lines have a preset gratuity amount. The ones I have been on range from US$11-15 per person per day, which covers all ship staff: customer-facing and the one’s working behind-the-scenes. In fact this form of tipping covers a major portion of […]

Early breakfast availability in Japan?

11/18/2016 10:40:08 AM You can always go to nearest 24×7 “kombini” and buy obento in Japan. Is it customary to tip in Guam? 11/18/2016 3:31:18 AM In the neighborhoods which have a subway or rail stop there are many places which serve breakfast items just outside the stations. I tried everything from pastry filled with […]

Visa for France – showing actual hotel booking?

3/19/2012 3:05:31 AM An online booking confirmation (usually sent to your email after confirming your transaction with booking.com) is enough. I did this last year. Just be sure to send the details address + contact number of the hotel. Am I allowed to take photos of the Umaid Bhawan Palace premises in Jodhpur without being […]

Do Russians smile at each other?

3/30/2014 12:15:23 PM I know a little about Russian culture. You will not be rude if you smile but you will be considered weak. Even though you can be yourself, smile and be a funny person but always consider respect to the Russians, they take this very seriously specially with foreigns. It’s like an overly […]

Is it customary to tip in Guam?

9/18/2016 2:02:07 AM What Trogdor has said above is spot on. As another resident on the island, most “sit down” places are expected a tip. But as with all things, service dictates. I’ve had experiences of being really ignored in a restaurant. Waiting 20 minutes for the drink order, then having it go empty and […]

Am I allowed to take photos of the Umaid Bhawan Palace premises in Jodhpur without being a guest

Am I allowed to take photos of the Umaid Bhawan Palace premises in Jodhpur without being a guest

6/6/2012 6:49:49 AM Yes, the restaurant and bar are open to the public and there are plenty of camera-toting tourists around. Rather low-quality proof attached: But I’d recommend stopping for a meal or drink. It’s not cheap by Indian standards (I vaguely recall paying well north of Rs500 for a curry and a Kingfisher), but […]

How to travel between castles in the Loire valley?

1/5/2013 11:19:13 AM Minibus is also a good option. Tour Evasion ( the company I’ve traveled with ) has half-day tours ( two castles – approx 20-30 EUR ) and full-day tours ( four castles – approx 50 EUR ). Entrance fees are not included, but the prices are reduced. Bosnia during Easter 2/3/2012 10:41:09 […]

Family with kids driving from Marrakesh to Fez – any threat of danger for daytime driving?

7/29/2013 10:11:47 AM I’ve just returned from a 1500km driving tour of central and eastern Morocco. My girlfriend and I both felt very safe in and out of the car, welcomed by the locals in cities and villages. The only risk for driving during the day is the abundance of traffic police with checkpoints and […]

Laws requiring identification at hotel check-in

11/12/2021 6:50:27 PM I have worked in hotels for over 30 years, and the main reason for requiring an ID is that you are entering a legally binding contract when you rent a room. The hotel is allowing you use of the room for a rate, and you are agreeing to abide by the hotels […]

Bosnia during Easter

2/25/2012 1:01:42 PM The Julian calendar Easter (celebrated by Orthodox Christians, ie. Serbs in Bosnia) is April 15th, so at least in the Serbian parts of Bosnia, it will be “business as usual” the weekend before Easter (when you want to visit). How to get from Wroclaw airport to city center? 2/1/2012 9:40:03 PM In […]

Is it dangerous to go to the USA as a Russian now?

7/7/2015 10:33:41 PM As others have said, I see no reason to expect trouble. I would like to expand upon something that has been mentioned by others: Back in cold war era Russian tourists would be treated with some suspicion because the Russian government didn’t allow the average person to travel. Thus if you did […]

Insurance for campervan in NZ

2/18/2014 10:15:32 AM You can always buy travel insurance making sure it covers motorhome rental. Most major insurance companies should cover it. As I work in car rental (for Alpha Car Hire), I would suggest you contact the rental company and see how much their excess waiver is. If you do happen to have an […]

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