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2answers
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Which of the Azores islands are your best bet to see whales?
The Azores seems to be a nice destination for whale watching. Most islands seem to offer whale watching trips. Are there islands that are better whale watch destinations, or are they all
around?
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1answer
76 views
Free parking in downtown San Jose, CA? [closed]
What's the situation with parking in downtown San Jose, CA?
Can I park for free anywhere for short times in the daytime?
Or for a long time in the evenings?
7
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4answers
160 views
Japan's crumbling temples and shrines — How can I find them?
I will be staying in Japan for a few weeks late this summer, and would like to find a bunch of back-woods, off-the-beaten-path temples and shrines, especially if they are dilapidated and not "new" ...
1
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0answers
27 views
Summer skiing in Norway [duplicate]
I've heard it's possible to go summer skiing in Norway.
Is this correct and where should I go if I want to visit these attractions?
1
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1answer
53 views
Best things to do while in Pittsburgh - Food, historical sites, generally time well spent? [closed]
I will be in Pittsburgh for a meeting and will have a few days to explore the city. I love trying new dining experiences, historical and out-doorsy stuff, and generally anything that makes the city ...
1
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1answer
53 views
Are there any direct buses between Dundee and Edinburgh Airport?
Next week I will fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and I will stay in Edinburgh and Dundee. Are there any direct buses between Dundee and Edinburgh Airport or should I take a bus to Edinburgh city and ...
1
vote
1answer
55 views
Renting an apartment for 2-3 months in Italy
I've used the Habitaclia for renting apartments in Spain short/medium term (2-3 months).
I am looking to do the same in Italy. I've tried AirBnB but it seems to be geared for even shorter durations ...
5
votes
1answer
48 views
Changing a flight with layovers - does fee apply multiple times? [duplicate]
I'm planning a flight from Germany to the States, and a return flight a year later. Because all the booking systems I've seen don't allow for return dates more than 11 months in the future, the only ...
3
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2answers
81 views
Using 1000 CHF notes in Switzerland?
While travelling to Switzerland, I am getting only 1000 franc notes in my country. Should I take the 1000 franc note, or change euros to francs in Switzerland itself? Is it easy to get change for a ...
3
votes
1answer
45 views
What are the hours for the airside Newark Liberty airport shuttle between Terminals A and C?
There is a shuttle bus that runs between Terminals A and C at Newark Liberty. It looks like the shuttle closed down sometime after 11 PM. Does anyone know what time it reopens?
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0answers
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Is furniture included in shared flats in Leipzig, Germany? [closed]
I'm planning for a visit to Leipzig , Germany this summer.
i'm searching www.wg-gesucht.de to rent a shared flat with people.
Bit I'm a little confused. Some rooms in the pictures are with ...
5
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2answers
33 views
What are the travel options from Santiago de Veraguas to Bocas del Toro in Panama?
What is the fastest way from Santiago de Veraguas to Bocas del Toro in Panama? I suspect there is a way to fly directly between the two towns, as they both have airports. But I'm not sure how to ...
1
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1answer
41 views
Restaurants in Leipzig, Germany that offer local food
Personally I'm interested in food and cooking. I'm planning a visit to Leipzig, Germany this summer and I wanted to try some of the local dishes of Germany.
What are the most significant dishes in ...
0
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0answers
23 views
If on ESTA in the US do I need to leave the country if my student visa just became valid? [duplicate]
I have ESTA approved for more then a Year, then I applied for US University and I was admitted. So now I have both valid ESTA and Student visa, with which you can enter the country not more then a ...
2
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2answers
88 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. ...
6
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2answers
145 views
What tips or tricks can you use to get an upgraded/better hire car?
(In a similar vein to this question on hotel room upgrades and this question on flight upgrades...)
Most regular car rentals agencies have various categories of car - Budget/Economy, Compact, ...
3
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2answers
75 views
How to travel without transit visa from India to Stockholm?
I need to travel from Coimbatore (India) to Stockholm Arlanda (Sweden). I have a Swedish residence permit.
Could you help me find a route across the world for which I would not need any transit visa?
...
4
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4answers
112 views
Is there a tool to find all nonstop flights to one destination?
Assume that you want to go to Oslo. You want to aggregate all airports that are 100 kilometres from Oslo. This includes at least Gardemoen, Rygge and some others probably.
Is there any service that ...
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0answers
123 views
Is €16 per gelato a common scam for Rome? [closed]
Rome tourist rip-off: four ice creams, [Australian] $82 says that people were charged €16 per gelato for take-away gelatos, at Cafeteria Antica Roma. Based on the Trip Advisor reviews for the place, ...
4
votes
1answer
49 views
Traveling to the US on the VWP before entering with a J1 visa
I am an international student studying in Canada, and have an EU citizenship, which makes me eligible to enter the US via the visa waiver program (VWP). In the fall I will be a research fellow in an ...
7
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2answers
130 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?
1
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0answers
36 views
Tips for travelling in Europe? [closed]
We are planning a trip through Europe in September. We are going on a cruise that will stop in Spain, France, Croatia and Italy. We are also going to be staying in Paris, France for a week after the ...
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0answers
25 views
Want to know about places, condition hostel in Thailand? [closed]
Haiiii i will go to Thailand next week, i want to know what is the best place in there? How the condition hostel in silom or shatorn? because i will come with my parents....but we love backpack so ...
3
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3answers
64 views
Do I need to apply for two separate visas for Australia and New Zealand?
I will be in Australia for 3 days before I fly to New Zealand. Do I need a tourist visa for both countries?
0
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1answer
108 views
What's the most cost-effective destination for a four night trip from Berlin to a non-Schengen destination?
To avoid overstaying my visa, I need to leave the Schengen area for three full days (four nights). What's the most cost-effective way to do this from Berlin, Germany.
Here are the requirements:
...
1
vote
2answers
66 views
Apartment in Berlin for long stay (Two months) [duplicate]
I am looking for a good apartment in Berlin for a family of two, can anyone provide site where I can find such options(I would prefer direct contacts rather than some booking sites).
2
votes
1answer
79 views
Do Europeans require a visa to visit USA?
I will be staying for 2months in the USA, do I require a visa since I am a citizen of Malta, which is part of the European Union?
1
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0answers
42 views
Appointment for Greece Visa
I've got my holiday booked for Greece for the next month but can't seem to get an appointment with the Greek embassy to apply for a visa.
Can anyone confirm if there are any agencies that hold ...
8
votes
2answers
157 views
Rent a car in United States (Las Vegas) paying cash
I was wondering how difficult it is to rent a car in United States (Las Vegas airport) without having a credit card or a debit card belonging to Visa or Mastercard circuits.
I googled for some ...
1
vote
1answer
62 views
Crossing the US-Canadian border and back
My wife and I, citizens of Italy, will be traveling to New England for sightseeing. We will arrive and leave at/from New York JFK and rent a car. Since we would like to see Niagara Falls, we will need ...
3
votes
2answers
29 views
Visit Brisbane during layover
I'm flying with Virgin Australia from Port Moresby to Singapore in 2 days. On the way back I have a layover of 6.30 hours in Brisbane. Will I have time to leave the airport (BNE) and visit the city? I ...
3
votes
1answer
34 views
Will I receive Explorer card benefits if my employer pays for my flight?
My employer flies me out every couple of months and pays for my flight, and it always seems to be with United. I was wondering, if I get the Chase Explorer card, will I still be awarded miles for ...
2
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2answers
46 views
What are the options for a prepaid SIM card in Hong Kong?
What options are there in terms of prepaid Internet services? We will only be there for five days or so.
3
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1answer
71 views
Data plans in Germany that can also can be used elsewhere in Europe
I am planning to spend around 100 days in Leipzig, Germany this summer , I wanted to make a prepaid data plan 1 GB be very enough.
My Questions are:
Which are the service providers who have ...
3
votes
1answer
73 views
Which airlines provide cheap last day tickets in Nordic countries?
I spend every month about 500 euros to two business trips in a month, sometimes three for 750 euros, in flying from Tallinn to Oslo.
I often pay a ticket for return just in case.
However, many times, ...
3
votes
1answer
53 views
Can I take a bike on trains from Schiphol? [duplicate]
I want to ride my bike from Ijmuiden to Schiphol railway station and take it on the train to Groningen - any problem with this?
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3answers
66 views
Any walking tours (in English) in Cologne or nearby?
I'll be in Cologne, Germany a few days this summer.
Usually when I'm staying alone in a city (assuming I have time) I'll try to find a walking tour of some sort as it gives me an opportunity to meet ...
4
votes
1answer
50 views
US Visas: O and P
Some young semi professional musicians are planning a tour that might include some dates in the USA. I called the CBP and they confidently assured me that an O or a P status, which can be obtained at ...
0
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0answers
36 views
Where can I buy a mountain bike with a cart in Auckland? [closed]
I'm planning a bike trip through New Zealand from North to South. As I'm from Europe it's not an option to bring my bike with me so I'll need to buy one in NZ.
Where can I buy a new or second-hand ...
8
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1answer
141 views
Which visa will I be entering under?
There was a question about entry into the US on still valid tourist visa with a still valid F visa.
Now this begs a different question:
If I am a citizen of some country that requires a visa to ...
2
votes
1answer
31 views
Are there any countries in South-East Asia that don't require a motorcycle licence to ride one?
I only have an European car drivers licence and I'm wondering if it is possible to rent/buy a motorcycle somewhere in South-East Asia and ride it. Is it allowed in some countries in that area? Or are ...
4
votes
1answer
70 views
Is there any ferry from Vietnam to Hong Kong?
I would like to have an Asia trip from Malaysia to Hong Kong (if possible).
Is there anyone who has been doing this kind of trip? And I wonder if there is any sea transportation that provides a ...
4
votes
3answers
71 views
What rail cards / passes / discounts should visitors to Switzerland be aware of
Yesterday, I took a train from Zurich to Engelberg, and bought a ticket from a ticket machine at the station for the journey. I was running a bit late for the train, so there wasn't time to queue up ...
5
votes
1answer
138 views
How punctual are Swiss trains?
Yesterday, I was on a Swiss train that was 10 minutes late. I thought perhaps it was the end of the world ...
The Swiss railways have a reputation for being very punctual (the joke being you can set ...
17
votes
3answers
807 views
How do you know if a Japanese person means no when they say yes?
I have come across a few situations when a Japanese person will extend themselves beyond what they probably should to help people. I am often worried when asking them to do something that they will ...
9
votes
2answers
138 views
Is it better to ship bicycle from Egypt to Leipzig, Germany or to buy/rent one?
I'm studying going to Germany and specially Leipzig this summer for around 100 days. Personally I am very interested in cycling as a sport and as a means of transportation. I have a good bicycle here ...
3
votes
2answers
196 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 ...
1
vote
0answers
27 views
Two laptops query for custom clearance in Mumbai airport [duplicate]
Is this allowed and if yes how much they charge for second one? I have lenevo laptop around 20K and my personal Mac book pro. I will be later traveling in domestic to Mangalore after the emigration. ...
0
votes
0answers
15 views
Direact Airside Transit (DAT) requirements at Heathrow for H-1B professional traveling from India to USA [duplicate]
I am a H-1B professional and I came to India for US visa stamping. I have valid H-1B visa. I will be traveling to Boston from Mumbai through London Heathrow Airport.
Do I need to apply transit visa ? ...
5
votes
1answer
39 views
From J1 TO ESTA the same year
I am a Dutch citizen, I have been in the US since 2 January under J1 VISA, exchange student. My J1 visa finish 8 may,then I will be in the grace period and I just discover that under this period I ...
