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When is the best time to go shark diving in Cape Town (Gansbaai)

12/29/2011 3:26:24 AM According to Shark Diving Unlimited, based in Gansbaai: Low season January to March, however shark activity still continues and you can come and see Great White Sharks during this time. High season May to October is the best time to see the sharks. Winter is better than summer Our water is warmer […]

Safe place to see the "real" Palestine as an Israeli passport holder?

Safe place to see the "real" Palestine as an Israeli passport holder?

2/24/2017 10:23:10 AM NB: All information posted in my answer is based on a blog post by Alexander Lapshin. I have not personally visited Palestine. Table of Contents GeographyEntering Zone ADisguising your country of originGetting caught by soldiersPublic transport to Zone A Geography The West Bank is divided into three zones: ] Zone A (red […]

Can you bring a standard tube of toothpaste on a plane in a carry-on bag?

Can you bring a standard tube of toothpaste on a plane in a carry-on bag?

1/6/2017 12:10:53 PM There are many toothpastes on the market with package sizing below the 100ml limit: Make sure to buy one before you leave and you won’t have any issues at the airport. Source: traveling with toothpaste on numerous flights. What game can I eat in South Africa? 12/25/2011 1:33:27 AM I believe “standard” […]

Where can I travel if I want to see cheetahs?

Where can I travel if I want to see cheetahs?

1/18/2012 2:25:11 PM If you are looking for one single place, go to the Okonjima Reserve in Namibia. It is located not far from the Waterberg plateau, a four hours drive from Windhoek. In big reserves like Kruger (South Africa) or Etosha (Namibia) you can travel on your own. Nevertheless, I would rely on the […]

What's the best way to get sleep on a train in a sitting compartment?

What's the best way to get sleep on a train in a sitting compartment?

11/26/2014 4:15:33 PM In addition to the preparations suggested in other answers, I’d like to add an upright sleeping technique that works well in my experience. Check this guy out: It’s a surprisingly comfortable position. I’ve taken multiple-hour naps on several flights this way. It doesn’t require sitting next to the window or aisle, and […]

Where to buy Thai Bahts when traveling from New Zealand to Thailand?

6/14/2012 11:20:32 AM One way to avoid the 150 baht ATM charge (actually two ways…) are: Go to the bank and use the card to withdraw money over the counter – they will simply charge the VISA Debit etc from your card (assuming not just an ATM card – most these days have debit card […]

Is Seiryu Miharashi Station the only train station where passengers cannot enter or exit the platform?

Is Seiryu Miharashi Station the only train station where passengers cannot enter or exit the platform?

2/8/2021 1:50:51 AM Are we counting former train stations here? If so, Manhattan Transfer in Harrison, New Jersey would have fit the bill. In 1910, the Pennsylvania Railroad, whose trains originally ran to a waterfront terminal in Jersey City, opened a new branch running under the Hudson River to a new station in Manhattan itself; […]

What game can I eat in South Africa?

10/13/2014 3:19:21 PM I also live in South Africa. I’m a keen hunter. The answer your question you can eat all game meat. Game meat is much healthier than normal meat. And if prepared right tastes better as well I’ve eaten girafe before. Its nothing funny, but most south africans just believe you can’t eat […]

Is it inappropriate to record the call to prayer?

10/7/2014 9:35:38 PM I believe Sinead O’Connor has recently done a cover version of it and had it played with full permission on Islamic radio. On her blog she details that she had to use the whole thing with no cuts. Is it possible to buy the ticket on board in German train? 10/7/2014 9:09:21 […]

Is it possible to buy the ticket on board in German train?

7/23/2014 6:56:01 PM That depends on the special train. Here are some questions you need to ask yourself. Please note that not all payment methods will be accepted on all trains. For example: on DB long-distance services you can only pay by cash or credit card but not with a German bank card (Girocard). On […]

Miles & More: What is a booking class?

Miles & More: What is a booking class?

10/2/2012 12:03:38 PM The Lufthansa Miles and More site includes a page to help you find your booking class on your ticket, boarding pass etc. This boarding pass is in Business (C class) – whatever it says on yours where the 2 is, that’s your booking class: This boarding pass stub is for Y, one […]

How far into Brazil can I get with the completion of the Oyapock Bridge between French Guiana and Brazil?

2/13/2013 5:32:12 PM I just came across a video blog of some one doing that trip in oposite direction. So far it seems feasible by bike. Free parking in Bath UK 12/29/2011 2:47:13 AM Agreed, Macapá is in the most deserted state of Brazil. Being right by the mouth of the Amazon river, you run […]

Advice for flying with a 6 month old infant?

6/7/2015 6:13:26 AM An overwhelming decision is whether to take night time or day time flights. There are pros and cons for each, but it changes everything. This is the overwhelming factor that will affect how the flight goes. Secondly if as is common you have a long travel time to your main airport anyway, […]

What rights do I have if my flight is cancelled?

1/11/2012 2:59:26 PM You should be able to find the conditions on the airline website. Most of the conditions might be different from an airline to an other but you also have rights which are not airline-dependant. The one you might be interested in is EU261. Terms and conditions for RyanAir, for instance : 9.2.2 […]

Home exchange sites?

4/22/2016 9:43:38 PM There are 60+ home exchange sites, and which one is best for you depends heavily on where you live, and where you want to go at the moment. There are big general sites, and lots of country or interest specific ones, like one for LGBT people or Waldorf parents or Aussies. My […]

Compare train ticket prices in Britain

2/1/2019 3:14:52 PM For most journeys, only one train company can cover that route, so there’s no comparison involved. For your journey from London to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, the only option is to use Virgin Trains East Coast. When there are multiple companies, you can check using “National Rail Enquiries” which can search all the companies. A […]

How to deal with excess baggage?

How to deal with excess baggage?

8/4/2015 2:40:56 PM There are basically three options: 1. Check excess baggage on the flight(s) you are taking. 2. Use a plain-old courier service to send the baggage. 3. Use a “Baggage Service”. Of course, there are pros and cons to each mainly with respect to cost and convenience. Cost Comparison The cost of checking […]

Free parking in Bath UK

1/4/2012 6:03:23 AM I know the date has passed – but for future reference you might consider 2 options — not free – but maybe cheaper than council or NCP: ParkatmyHouse – from the site: created to connect home and business owners who would like to earn money from renting their space with drivers in […]

Why does there seem to be an extreme lack of public trashcans in Taiwan?

6/13/2019 1:51:30 PM Taiwan has more expensive official trash bags which are needed to throw out non-separated trash. Separated waste can be put in any cheap bag. If people would have free public trashcans, this won’t help encourage recycling. Another reason is that the trashcans will attract insects and rats. How much cash can I […]

Where can I see a Mbalax performance in Dakar?

12/29/2011 4:39:45 AM Right, this took some searching, as most sites just mention the artists like Youssou N’Dour. According to the Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences, number 687 (in the edition I looked at) is experiencing Mbalax in Dakar, Senegal. And apparently, local and international legend Seck hosts live mbalax nights at the Kilimanjaro club, […]

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