Large English-speaking country in North America between Canada and Mexico, and Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.
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Getting from Halifax, Canada to the US by bus/train?
I'm considering going all the way across to Halifax, Nova Scotia, but am having trouble finding information on getting from there down to the USA (Boston in particular).
I gather it's 22 hours by ...
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What ski resort in the US/Canada is reachable from Europe?
I keep hearing messages that skiing in North-America is worth considering as an alternative to the Alps. But I have no clue where I should start looking. So my question is simple, if you need to fly ...
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Can I bring my desktop computer as check-in baggage on a flight?
I am moving from Malaysia to the US, and planning to bring my desktop computer with me. I plan to pack it in my checked-in luggage. Will the computer risk being damaged? Any precaution should I take ...
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US Visa process for children, how long does it take?
I'm not holding my hopes to high on getting an answer to this, but here goes... if you've ever applied for a non-immigrant US visa (specifically a B1, B2 or B1/B2 visa) you know that the normal ...
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What can security officials do when they suspect my checked baggage?
Chris S answer in this question recommends against packing items such as desktop computer because they can look suspicious to the security officials.
Assuming I lock my luggage, what can they do if ...
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I had a J1 trainee for a 12 months, how to return to the USA? [closed]
I am from Europe and was 3 times in USA: first as J1 W&T, then again J1 Work and travel, and final 3 months ago J1 Trainee for 12 months.
Now I'm back in my country and I would like to know what ...
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Are there Data-plan for travelers in the USA?
I intend to travel to the US for a month, and I would really like to use a lot of data traffic during the trip, for browsing, maps, Skype calls, etc. How can I do that? Should I buy a sim? Do I have ...
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Will I need a transit visa for US as a Canadian Student Visa holder? [duplicate]
I have a Canadian student Visa, and Pakistani by nationality. I wish to travel from Canada to Pakistan with a 7 hours transit in US. Do I need a transit Visa?
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Sightseeing in the Dakotas without a car
I'm currently a resident of Phoenix, AZ ; I don't have a car and don't plan on buying one either in the near future. I've always wanted to go sightseeing in the Dakotas.
Is it possible to go on ...
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Public transportation considerations for children in North Eastern USA
My wife and I will be going to Fairfield, CT in April with our 2 kids (2yo and 9mo), we might be going to NYC for a day or two.
My question comes with public transportation and the kids, I know if ...
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90 Day rule on the US Visa Waiver Program not expiring if you go to Canada
I'm on a New Zealand passport.
From most US Embassy webpages:
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables nationals of certain countries,
including Australia, New Zealand, and the U.K., to travel to ...
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Bonneville Salt Flats - access?
There doesn't seem to be a Wikitravel page on this, and the Salt Lake City page doesn't mention them.
I'm wondering about visiting the Bonneville Salt Flats, and whether there's public access to ...
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Canadian Visa for H1B Stamping [closed]
I'm a citizen of India, with an Indian passport currently working in the USA. I plan to visit the US Consulate in Toronto for H1-B visa stamping.
However, I have an expired F-1 visa but a valid ...
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Books about USA (history,culture,politics, traditions, cities, nature etc.) do you recommend for an EU citizen before visiting the US? [closed]
I would like to ask you which books would you recommend to an EU citizen before visiting the US? I prefer big publication with complete history, geography, traditions, cities, nature politics, culture ...
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Move to the united states [closed]
Not sure if this is the right place to ask this but here goes.
I was wondering, if I grew up in the united staits (elementary school) but had no green card and am not a citizen, how would I move ...
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Laptop Searches by Customs - UK and US
I'll be traveling to the UK (London) on a study abroad in the spring and will be bring my laptop for school and intern purposes. I was just curious what/if any rights UK customs has to search laptops ...
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How to import car from Canada (BC) into USA (Washington state)? [closed]
I have a car (2002 Ford Taurus) and moving to USA (Washington state).
How to import car from Canada (BC) into USA (Washington state)?
Which documents do I need to have? Approximate What amount of ...
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How to travel to California with my cat?
I am moving to California from Ukraine. I know the exact requirements from Ukranian part, but what about USA part and especially California? What is the exact list of requirements for the cat?
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US Visa b1/b2 valid less than 4 months can i still travel to the US [duplicate]
I have a b1/b2 visa that has been valid for the past 2/3 years and have visited the US several time. I want to visit in April but the visa that I have, b1/b2 ends in August, less than 6 months. Can I ...
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With car rental should I pay now or pay later?
I'm just checking some car rental options for May and June in California. Avis for example offers the pay now and the pay later option. When you chose pay now, you have to pay the full amount while ...
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Will I Need a Transit visa or ESTA for the US as a Canadian?
I'm a Canadian traveling from Toronto To Warsaw and I have connecting flights in New Jersey and Frankfurt.
Will I need an ESTA or a Transit Visa?
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what length of time would I need to leave between a 90 day trip and a 3 week trip travelling on an ESTA visa for both trips? [duplicate]
I am planning on spending the summer (travelling on the ESTA visa) (90 days) in the USA visiting friends that I have made over the last 8 years of working and travelling over there. I am planning on ...
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Are hotels in California fully booked during summer or is it easy to get a hotel room?
My family and I are going on a summer vacation to the west coast of USA (We are from Europe), but I was wondering if it is necessary to book all the hotels before we go, or if it is easy to get a ...
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Which type of visa I should apply for to visit USA as job applicant?
I'm a Russian citizen and have been invited to the interview to United States and plan to go there on a two-day trip.
The question is - does anybody know which exactly type of visa I should apply for.
...
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How can I visit areas with unpaved roads in a rental car?
In the southwestern United States, many interesting spots are only reachable via off road trails.
Rental car contracts seem always to include a clause that disallows driving on such roads (even when ...
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What are my options for proof of travel itenerary when applying for a Brazillian visa on a US passport?
This question is quite similar, but with different specifics. Undoubtedly, some of the options still apply, but specifically, what are my options to satisfy the Brazillian Immigration Authority's ...
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What is the connecting time to consider for International to International Transfers in US Airports?
There is a question on "the minimum time to consider with a connecting flight in the USA". In one answer it is said that "international to domestic transfers are always terrible and should be avoided ...
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Can I get a rough estimate for a food expense budget for trip to the US?
I'll, hopefully, be going to Fairfield, CT (from Trinidad and Tobago) next month with my wife, a 2yo and a 9mo.
What's a reasonable amount of money to budget per day for somewhat healthy (or ...
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Driving in U.S. (Hawaii) with EU license written in Czech
I have a European driving license which is completely written in Czech (see photos below). Can I use it for driving in the U.S. (I will go to Hawaii for 3 weeks), or do I have to obtain another ...
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Is there an easy way to calculate the total cost of tolls for a trip within the United States?
Is there a convenient way to calculate the cost of tolls between two arbitrary points within the United States? I'm planning to take a trip along the Eastern seaboard and will be passing through ...
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How can I travel between US towns without flying
Can you help me decide, what type of transport can I use to travel from one US town to another (it will be a big journey), without flying?
Are buses available, and is there any more suitable method ...
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How good is Public Transport In the USA?
I am planning a Round-the-World trip and my first stop will be the USA. I am from England where public transport is quite good and covers everywhere. I have already purchased Greyhound tickets for ...
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Seattle to Minneapolis - Cheapest flight option for the next 2 days? [closed]
So i need to travel this week to a state and return flight ticket is $800+. I obviously don't want to pay this much. Is there a way or "hack" by which i can get flight tickets for cheap?
Flying from ...
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Do I have to expect snow at 3900 meters above sea level during summer?
I'm planning to climb a high mountain during end of May, beginning of June, in the Yosemite National Park. The mountain is around 3900 meters above sea level. In Switzerland, I would expect that there ...
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Can I change planes at JFK without a visa? [duplicate]
I'm traveling from Germany to Cancun, Mexico. I change planes at JFK from Air Berlin to American Airlines. I have a Mexican passport. I do not have a visa for travel to the USA. I do not have a credit ...
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Can I continue to travel within the US on an expired visa?
I am an EU citizen, and I don't need a visa for the United States. But there is an issue, as my visa is expired. If I continue to travel within the US, will they check my visa?
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How do US intercity bus companies relate to each other?
When I book a journey via Greyhound Lines or Jefferson Lines, the offers include journeys by other bus companies, such as Burlington Trailways or Black Hills Stage Lines.
This goes both ways; booking ...
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Do I need a US visa to change planes in an American airport?
In Europe usually you don't need to go through immigration to change planes (unless you are entering/exiting Schengen). Is it the case in the US as well? May I catch a connecting flight on one of the ...
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Looking for place to stay with pool in room in north east USA
My husband and I are looking for a hotel/resort/inn (etc.) that has the option of a room with a private pool. A fireplace and 2 person jacuzzi / hot tub would also be a big plus.
The accommodation ...
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Are there any places in the US where I can drive a tank?
I know I've asked about possibility of flying in a military fighter jet before but going through some of my old answers I discovered that you can take a tour driving a tank. Well this is actually a ...
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Luggage lockers in Reno
I'll have a 4 hour transfer in Reno, Nevada, United States, from bus to train.
Amtrak report that the train station has no luggage lockers.
Greyhound have no information about the availability of ...
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For Burlington Trailways buses, is advance booking helpful and needed to be sure of a seat?
Later this spring, I will probably travel by bus from Mount Pleasant to Iowa City (I'll be arriving by train from Denver).
According to Burlington Trailways, there is a ticket counter at the Mount ...
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Should i book now, Price has been the same for weeks? [closed]
I am in bit of a situation. I am flying from Melbourne Aus to Fayetteville NC during December and returning January.
i have been monitoring the sites for weeks now. I have my dates I want/need to ...
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What are the limiting times at an Amtrak train to get respective meals?
When booking a roomette on an Amtrak train, meals are included.
Based on the time of boarding and detraining, how do I know if I'm entitled to a particular meal the same day?
For example, if I arrive ...
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I had a J1 trainee, can I go to Canada and come back with an ESTA?
I'm from Italy and I had a J1 visa for the US for a year and a half. Now it's expired (I'm in the grace period) but I want to stay longer in California to travel a little bit, because this year I did ...
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Will I have a problem travelling to USA with a month old Iraqi visa?
I plan to travel to America a month after I've travelled to Iraq .... will this cause me a problem on arrival in America?
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Amtrak shared roomettes — am I allowed to sell the unused bed to another traveller?
In Europe, a common option on sleep trains is to book night accommodation in space shared with one or more strangers.
This is cheaper than a private compartment, but more expensive than having only a ...
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Simple phone for US-only use: GSM 850/1900, or CDMA/IS-95?
I currently have a Nokia 1200 and I've never visited an area where it doesn't work.
My phone operates on 900/1800 MHz, so it will not work in the USA.
Soon, I will visit the USA for approximately one ...
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Interesting Stops & Dining Along I-40 E from Texas to Virginia [closed]
My family will be driving from Texas (TX) to Virginia (VA) in May, and I am interested to find some interesting stops and places to dine along I-40 E.
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Mount Pleasant, Iowa, USA — how to get from the Amtrak station to the Burlingon Trailways bus stop?
Amtrak train 6 arrives Mount Pleasant at 9:54 (AM). From Mount Pleasant to Iowa City, Burlington Trailways operates a bus leaving at 14:55 (2:55 PM). The Amtrak station is at 418 North Adams Street ...
