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Bus From Santiago, Chile to Buenos Aires
my husband and I wish to travel from Santiago to Buenos Aires by bus.
We would appreciate a recommendation/advice re: bus company, terminal location, and reservations compared to on the spot ...
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1answer
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Flying with a Prusa Mendel 3d printer
I'll be traveling soon from London to South America (stopping in Rome) with a Mendel Prusa diy kit. This includes circuits, fans, metal and plastic parts.
I would like to know if there are any ...
4
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Do U.S. citizens have to get a Brazilian visa before leaving the country?
Or can I pick it up in another country among my travels? I'm planning a 6-month trip through South America and am wondering if I can go to the Brazilian consulate in Colombia on my way to Brazil ...
3
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0answers
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Taxi from Pistool Haven to Luxemburgweg Europort in Netherland
"Annoyed" has given me excellent advice about travelling to Europort by other public transport with a dog. Thanks!! Could anybody advice me if and where I can book taxi from Pistoolhaven to ...
4
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0answers
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Lost passport at Heathrow while in transit from USA to India
My sister-in-law and her husband along with their 5 yo are travelling from USA to India via London Heathrow. The husband lost his passport at Heathrow after getting off from the plane from USA to ...
2
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2answers
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OK we are all adults here, so really, how on earth should I live without bidet?
This is the part four in the interesting series: "OK we are all X here, so really". You can find the past episodes here:
OK we're all adults here, so really, how on earth should I use a squat ...
2
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2answers
45 views
A one day trip to Milan from Zurich
I am looking for a suggestion from anyone who can give me. We are boarding a group package from June 30 to July 5 for Switzerland and Paris. Last day of excursion is Zurich on 4th. 5th July is totally ...
4
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2answers
49 views
Public Transport planner for Hanover (Hannover)?
I'm off to Hanover soon (Hannover in German, that one confused me a bit...), and I need to work out how to get from the airport to my hotel, hotel to the city etc. The hotel's website has some ...
7
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3answers
462 views
Alternative to trains in Japan
So we all know about these pretty amazing trains they have in the "Land of the Rising Sun". They are always on time, clean, comfortable. But they are somewhat expensive for the average backpacker.
...
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1answer
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I have visa of Canada but I will fly to Canada through US, Do I need visa for US too? [duplicate]
I am citizen of Turkey and I have tourist visa for Canada. But my flight is from İstanbul through New York than Toronto. So, do I need a US visa to for my transit journey. By the way We are not ESTA ...
2
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0answers
41 views
Are there organized educational WWII trips to Ukraine [closed]
I am looking for professionally organized educational trips in the Ukraine.
A trip around Sevastopol/Crimea on the topic of WWII would be of special interest to me.
Does anyone know a company ...
4
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2answers
61 views
Caravan travels, the rough way
From time to time I dream about an epic travel on foot from Tangeri to Meccah on the footsteps of Ibn Battuta, where you ride a camel for hours while following a big caravan, dodging bandits and ...
2
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1answer
34 views
Am I entitled to a free premium economy upgrade on BA with AA Exec Platinum status?
I have AA Executive Platinum status, and regularly fly both AA and BA. AA allow me free access to their new-ish Main Cabin Extra seating (which I believe is basically their equivalent of Premium ...
0
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0answers
33 views
Finding a temporary job while visting Seoul [closed]
I'll be in Seoul for a month this Summer, and would like to work a part-time job while I'm to help offset expenses and also to experience the culture.
I'm not picky about the job-- I'd be happy ...
0
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0answers
20 views
data pre paid sim in Barcelona [duplicate]
I'm travelling to 5 days to Barcelona.
I want to buy a cheap data pre-paid card, meaning I intend to only send some whatsapp or surf the net a bit.
What options do I have (I have a Galaxy note 2 if ...
1
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1answer
47 views
London pass travelcard vs. Oyster card
We are 2 families, 4 adults and 4 kids (age 8, 11, 13, and 16) reaching at LHR
airport from USA.
Which will better economically save money and time to purchase, Oyster Card or London pass with ...
0
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0answers
45 views
Arriving in Tokyo this October with my 9 year old son [closed]
Is there a web site that would give us a few ideas on a visit to Tokyo and outer areas. I have told Tokyo is busy so some good tips on where to head would be apprieciated
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Buenos Aires SUBE card charging me, but not working?
I arrived in Buenos Aires a couple of days ago and set about setting myself up. Phone, Guia-T, food and SUBE card, etc. I have a problem with the SUBE card, however, and I would like to know if the ...
6
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3answers
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Does leaving mini-bag-tag stickers on your luggage confuse airport bagging handling?
It used to be quite a tradition to keep stickers from destinations you'd been on your luggage after your travels, rather than ripping them off, building up souvenirs over time. This seems to me like a ...
1
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1answer
80 views
United Kingdom 1 week trip
Im planning to make a trip across UK for 1 week and I would like to visit these places for sure: Cambridge, Stonehenge, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Edinburgh, Lake District, Nottingham.
I do not mind ...
6
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2answers
103 views
Taxi in rural area: how to ensure it will turn up?
I live in a rural area and occasionally need to get a taxi to the local airport or railway station:
my destination is distant (that’s why I choose to live in a rural area)
the local airport/railway ...
4
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1answer
43 views
Other public transport from Rotterdam Central Station to Europort
"Other public transport is possible, but will take you 3.5 hours". Bart Arondson mentioned this possibility for getting from Rotterdam Central to the Europort on 24th February as an answer to a ...
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0answers
37 views
Student discount in Barcelona [closed]
I'm confused.
1) I want to do Basilic + Towers + Gaudí House Museum + Guided tour inside.
Is there such an option to buy online?
2) Is there any combined ticket to all Gaudi's attractions?
2 ...
3
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0answers
32 views
Business Schengen visa
I am a Filipino citizen living in the Philippines. I am working in a BPO (business process outsourcing) company and we currently acquired a new client from Spain. New processes needs to be learned and ...
4
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1answer
89 views
Ways to travel from Leuven to Amsterdam
I want to go to Amsterdam this weekend. What are the possible modes of transportation available? I would like reach Amsterdam early morning so that my day remains intact. And similarly would like to ...
2
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1answer
49 views
I'm planning to go to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. What's cheapest and safest to go between cities?
Me and 2 friends are thinking on going to the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and we’re planning to visit Belo Horizonte, Curitiba, and Sao Paulo to see different matches and explore the cities. I’ve been to ...
1
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2answers
71 views
How do I minimize cash advance fees when withdrawing from a foreign ATM?
When withdrawing money from a Japan Post ATM using a card (which can act as either a credit card and or an ATM card) from Westpac, the withdrawal is from my credit card account, and I get charged a ...
11
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4answers
195 views
Is it possible to travel from the Dutch to the Polish Border on a “schönes Wochende Ticket”?
I'm planning a trip from the Dutch border to the Polish border in Germany, as cheap as possible. I found out that there is something called a "schönes Wochende Ticket", a ticket which provides ...
2
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2answers
61 views
Guarantee connecting flights in custom itinerary?
If I buy tickets from different airlines, can I somehow join them so that - in case of delay - connecting flights are guaranteed?
What if airlines are code sharing partners?
4
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2answers
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Issues when carrying medication on an airplane when travelling to Germany?
I am going to fly to Germany tomorrow. I wished to take few tablets and syrup for cold,fever etc. Now I want to know whether there is any problem to carry drugs. Moreover it is my first trip, so ...
0
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0answers
35 views
getting off the banana pancake trail - Thailand [closed]
can anyone recommend places to go in Thailand that will take me off the well worn typical tourist trail? I'm looking to experience a side of Thailand that isn't well known but perhaps holds something ...
0
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0answers
29 views
list of studentenhaus in Leipzig,Germany [closed]
i am intending to spend this summer in Leipzig Germany so am searching for accommodation
i prefer to live in studentenhaus (student houses) , the most significant one in Leipzig is the one offered by ...
2
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1answer
44 views
Visa Application Confirmation Number and Barcode Number in Appointment Confirmation are different. Do I need to reschedule another appointment?
This is how it happened:
I completed Visa Application, got a confirmation number.
I scheduled an appointment with the US Embassy. I got a confirmation with a barcode which is the same as Visa ...
3
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2answers
68 views
Is 40 minutes enough time to transfer at Newark (EWR)?
We have been booked onto a flight from Orlando to Newark (EWR) due to arrive at 18.15. This is with United.
Our connecting flight (also with United) to take us home to the UK, is due to leave at ...
4
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2answers
72 views
What is the cheapest way for intercity travel from Belgium (Brussels) to other countries and nearby?
I am here in Leuven on an internship and only have weekends when I can travel and see places around. So I plan to go to important cities, so it would more of intercity travel(let us say from ...
1
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1answer
47 views
Going to Italy for 2 days then back to UK for 4 days then to France for 2 weeks. Which embassy should I apply to for my Schengen visa? [duplicate]
I've got a dilemma. I am going on my holiday to France for two weeks in July but few days before that I need to fly to Italy for 2 days. So my traveling plan is: going to Italy for two days then back ...
0
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0answers
32 views
Transit visa for UK while traveling to the United States from India [closed]
Sorry, this is not a question and answer thing that I'm trying to do. But, just want to write up about one question that is most frequently asked - Do I need a transit visa to go to the the US via ...
3
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3answers
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Where can I get the required permits for Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu?
I've heard that I should buy a permit to visit Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu. Where can I get them? (I've emailed to mtsobek.com travel agency, but there is no response from them). So if there is no ...
2
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2answers
99 views
Two passport of the same person in India
I applied for my first passport in March 2009 in Lucknow passport office. But it got stuck in the police verification. After 1 year, when I didn't get my passport I decided to cancel my application. ...
8
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2answers
153 views
What should I wear in the tropics during the rainy season?
Am going to Panama during the rainy season with my kids. What should we wear/take to be comfortable in the humidity? What kind of shoes? umbrellas? How do we avoid mosquito and chigger bites?
4
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2answers
272 views
How will the US Airways and American Airlines merger affect frequent flyer miles?
So I have like 30,000 frequent flier miles with American Airlines and in a few weeks, care of my employer, will be traveling US Airways for a business trip. Since American Airlines is now owned by US ...
7
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1answer
141 views
How is the climate, the amount of tourists and events distributed through the year in Saint Petersburg, Russia?
How are the following "parameters" distributed through the year in Saint Petersburg, Russia?
Climate
Amount of tourists
Festivals / Cultural events
An answer per quarter of a year or by season ...
10
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3answers
284 views
What are the exactly restrictions on night time Eiffel Tower photos?
I know that there are some restrictions on night time Eiffel Tower photos, but what exactly is allowed and what is not? Does it make a difference if some persons are on the photo and the tower is only ...
7
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2answers
150 views
Recommended itineraries for visting Turkey in July
I'm visiting Turkey for 13 days with my 19 year old nephew. We're flying in and out of Istanbul.
I'd like to get out of Istanbul and see the country. What are some recommended itineraries and ...
6
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1answer
163 views
Is it recommended to travel to Patagonia in May?
We're currently planning a South America trip and would love to go to Patagonia. But we're only starting in late April/early May and I'm afraid it's gonna be very cold already.
Currently, we think we ...
7
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1answer
291 views
Things to keep in mind when going to the Amazon rain forest
I am planning to visit the Amazon rain forest. Not the touristy places but a real adventure with a private guide (still trying to find out about that but most likely to French Guiana or Suriname, ...
8
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2answers
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How on earth can I use a Canadian toilet without splashing myself?
The last few days I had to use Canadian toilets. Now I'm from Europe and I'm used to Central European toilets:
As you can see, the water is really far down the toilet and if "things" fall in there, ...
7
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1answer
357 views
Travelling to Canada while pregnant
I know the US can be restrictive on pregnant women travelling there unless you provide them with:
due date
medical insurance information
length of time in US
ability or plan to return home
Source
...
6
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1answer
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How to protect my gear during a monsoon?
When you are travelling as a backpacker in a monsoon area and in a monsoon month, how do you do to "survive" when a heavy rain catches you in the middle of nowhere?
I've heard about people that puts ...
11
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2answers
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Is squatting a viable alternative for accommodation?
I have encountered references (e.g. hitchwiki) that list squatting (staying in a an abandoned building as I understand it) as a cheap accommodation. I have however some concerns:
it is illegal in ...
