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Took airline plane blanket by accident; didn't realize it was forbidden. What should I do?

answered Oct 24, 2017 at 19:04

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I was allowed to enter the airport terminal by showing a boarding pass for a future flight. Should I be concerned about "security"?

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answered Nov 15, 2016 at 9:38

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How to book a flight if my passport doesn't state my gender?

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answered Sep 28, 2016 at 12:59

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How to avoid toddlers on a long-distance plane flight?

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answered May 27, 2016 at 10:25

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What is the last point where one can throw away fruits if one has indicated "not bringing any fruit" on the US customs form when flying to the US?

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answered Nov 12, 2019 at 8:37

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What action is recommended if your accommodation refuses to let you leave without paying additional fees?

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answered Sep 24, 2019 at 16:55

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Stay longer in the US than what I told CBP

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answered Jul 29, 2018 at 1:06

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My online friend is asking for money in order to visit my home country. Is this a legit request or a scam?

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answered Oct 24, 2017 at 21:19

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Is tap water in Munich safe to drink? If so, why do locals buy bottled water?

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answered Sep 19, 2016 at 21:14

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What is the cheapest regular-priced scheduled flight I can book and fly?

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answered Sep 5, 2016 at 10:48

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Rebooking same hotel for cheaper price - ethical?

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answered Feb 26, 2017 at 14:20

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Are you protected in an untrusted embassy in a country you trust?

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answered Nov 17, 2017 at 14:42

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Caught in Czech Republic for travelling with invalid ticket

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answered Aug 31, 2017 at 11:36

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Where can I find publicly accessible paternoster elevators?

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answered May 23, 2018 at 18:13

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Do celebrities require work visas for every country they visit?

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answered Apr 1, 2018 at 17:09

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Can a person be arrested/detained if a prohibited item is found in the carry-on luggage while transiting?

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answered May 1, 2017 at 11:24

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Crossed rangeland or pastures (such as fields with sheep or cows) in England. Have I been to a farm as far as U.S. Customs / Agriculture is concerned?

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answered Apr 29, 2018 at 16:33

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Why must hotel customers check out after a stay longer than a rather low number of days in the United States?

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answered Sep 2, 2021 at 20:33

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How to fly with Ryanair as a non-EU citizen?

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answered Aug 31, 2015 at 14:53

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answered Mar 27, 2016 at 9:07

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Is there a website listing the location of all the Windows 10 lock screens?

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answered Sep 1, 2016 at 11:52

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Are travel agents required to pass on any phone calls they receive from the airline?

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answered Jul 20, 2018 at 16:35

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Where in the world can I fly on a reduced-gravity aircraft as a tourist?

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answered Dec 9, 2017 at 14:40

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Why did I not pass through passport control when transiting to an international flight in Vancouver?

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answered Jan 2, 2019 at 8:19

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Is there any way to find out what happened to a post card sent from other country?

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answered Jun 22, 2017 at 6:40

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I was denied entry to the UK 22 years ago. What's the best strategy for applying for a new visa?

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answered Nov 21, 2017 at 14:07

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Are there benefits in travel insurance for travelers with deep pockets?

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answered Nov 22, 2017 at 14:30

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What is way to eat rice with hands in front of westerners such that it doesn't appear to be yucky?

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answered Oct 25, 2016 at 10:15

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Was I scammed by BoraJet? They cancelled the flight, promised to pay for another ticket - it didn't happen

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answered Sep 22, 2016 at 10:18

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What are the options of getting from Ukraine to Crimea (and vice versa) after 2014?

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Took airline plane blanket by accident; didn't realize it was forbidden. What should I do?

I was allowed to enter the airport terminal by showing a boarding pass for a future flight. Should I be concerned about "security"?

How to book a flight if my passport doesn't state my gender?

How to avoid toddlers on a long-distance plane flight?

What is the last point where one can throw away fruits if one has indicated "not bringing any fruit" on the US customs form when flying to the US?

What action is recommended if your accommodation refuses to let you leave without paying additional fees?

Stay longer in the US than what I told CBP

My online friend is asking for money in order to visit my home country. Is this a legit request or a scam?

Is tap water in Munich safe to drink? If so, why do locals buy bottled water?

What is the cheapest regular-priced scheduled flight I can book and fly?

Rebooking same hotel for cheaper price - ethical?

Are you protected in an untrusted embassy in a country you trust?

Caught in Czech Republic for travelling with invalid ticket

Where can I find publicly accessible paternoster elevators?

Do celebrities require work visas for every country they visit?

Can a person be arrested/detained if a prohibited item is found in the carry-on luggage while transiting?

Crossed rangeland or pastures (such as fields with sheep or cows) in England. Have I been to a farm as far as U.S. Customs / Agriculture is concerned?

Why must hotel customers check out after a stay longer than a rather low number of days in the United States?

How to fly with Ryanair as a non-EU citizen?

Windows 10 Wallpaper - photo location

Is there a website listing the location of all the Windows 10 lock screens?

Are travel agents required to pass on any phone calls they receive from the airline?

Where in the world can I fly on a reduced-gravity aircraft as a tourist?

Why did I not pass through passport control when transiting to an international flight in Vancouver?

Is there any way to find out what happened to a post card sent from other country?

I was denied entry to the UK 22 years ago. What's the best strategy for applying for a new visa?

Are there benefits in travel insurance for travelers with deep pockets?

What is way to eat rice with hands in front of westerners such that it doesn't appear to be yucky?

Was I scammed by BoraJet? They cancelled the flight, promised to pay for another ticket - it didn't happen

What are the options of getting from Ukraine to Crimea (and vice versa) after 2014?