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What is a good (legal) form of self defense in China

1/9/2019 3:37:04 PM If you want to carry something then you need to be creative. You could carry one of the tactical pens out there . Smith and Wesson has a pen for $30 which is made of6076 T6 aircraft aluminum. There is a screw on cap with a pointed end (but not sharpened so […]

What are Samoan roadside stands selling in white styrofoam cups?

What are Samoan roadside stands selling in white styrofoam cups?

8/24/2015 12:49:19 PM When these cups are seen next to coconuts, the proprietor is likely to be selling ‘vaisalo’, which is a smooth beverage made from… well, coconuts. A corroborating image, which has been labeled is shown below… Source: Vaisalo – American Samoa, fair use In the absence of a label, the only way to […]

How far ahead can we book flights?

11/22/2016 1:52:44 AM There are different limits that affect this. Some GDS systems limit flights to 365 days out, while others are shorter (Sabre used to be 331 days but now supports further out). Some airlines are further limited to a shorter period. Last I checked, American and Delta were 331 days, Lufthansa was 360, […]

What SIM covers Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia?

8/8/2016 4:02:29 PM No local SIM will cover all of your countries cheaply, they will all switch to roaming when you exit the country of purchase. And roaming is no cheaper in SE Asia than elsewhere. It is financially better to get a pre-paid SIM in each country as you go. Not sure of rules […]

Do you have to tip the delivery guy if you are already charged a delivery fee in Toronto?

7/6/2015 2:26:12 AM As someone who used to deliver pizzas, we never saw any of that delivery charge. I can only speak for the US, but it’s customary to tip on the order total. BUT! Tipping on a pizza is a lot different than tipping a server at a restaurant. 15-20% is customary for a […]

How much country-side can I see by train [Prague-Kutna Hora]?

How much country-side can I see by train [Prague-Kutna Hora]?

6/15/2017 4:41:39 AM This answer is for all others who are considering the same trip: Kutna Hora is one of the several tours ran by Prague Tourist Agencies, so not exactly without tourists. Many busloads are coming to Ossuary, St.Barbora Catedral and having lunch there before returning back to Prague. Taking a bus from Prague […]

Can car seats in Berlin only be rented from the airport?

Can car seats in Berlin only be rented from the airport?

8/8/2016 10:20:52 AM There is no law which stops people from renting booster seats outside airports. I just checked a few car rental agencies and Avis, Hertz and Sixt offer such seats in some city locations, so it’s just that one company you contacted. Those two are not the cheapest agencies so you might want […]

Why do (a lot of) people book airline ticket through agencies?

6/29/2015 1:43:43 PM I will give you some practical reasons: Book now, pay later – this option is universally available at agents; very rarely available at the website. I use this all the time when I need to show a reservation (for example, as part of visa requirements) but do not want to commit to […]

Can I travel within the Schengen area if I currently don't have a valid visa or residency permit?

2/6/2018 2:51:37 PM I am stating this as per my experience with German auslanderbehörde and I suspect this may also be the same for Poland. While your residence permit status is “in processing” and your current visa is expired, it is not possible to travel outside the country until foreign office has decision on your […]

What are potential dangers of putting a copy of one's boarding pass online?

9/26/2017 1:51:05 AM It depends how detailed the boarding pass is! Probably the most useful information on the boarding pass is your frequent flier number. This is often printed in full. Together with your name, address and other information obtained elsewhere it may be possible for someone to purchase instant flights with the miles on […]

Need guidance on how to navigate Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST)

Need guidance on how to navigate Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST)

8/7/2016 12:51:32 PM Michael Hampton pretty much covered it all. I just want to add that, depending on where the original flight came from, you may or may not need to go through the security again. There are three options, although the first two end up basically the same: When you leave the plane, you’re […]

How to visit the Hindenburg Crash Site?

8/20/2015 9:25:55 AM I haven’t actually been to the Hindenburg Crash Site, but until somebody who has comes along, here’s an overview on what information can be found online: As the website of the Navy Lakehurst Historical Society you linked to mentions, you need to call or email them at least two weeks in advance: […]

Am I eligible to travel to the US with my UN 1951 Travel Document issued by Malta (EU)?

6/19/2015 10:46:27 PM To use the US Visa Waiver Program, you must be a citizen or national of one of the listed countries. This requirement is documented on the Department of State web site: You must be a citizen or national of VWP-participant country. Further on the Customs and Border Protection web site: Citizens or […]

What are the luggage storage options available in Porto?

What are the luggage storage options available in Porto?

12/21/2016 1:35:42 PM There is a new luggage storage facility in Porto: The Cloakroom. It is located downtown, the address is Taipas Street, 59. The phone number is 00 351 9389 21777 I have no other information about it though. Should I tip my driver in Manila when somebody else is paying? 9/16/2016 12:56:13 PM […]

Should I tip my driver in Manila when somebody else is paying?

8/5/2016 11:27:09 AM I was in a similar situation before, I found out that drivers are on minimum wage and do not stick to office hours. Their employers usually summon them whenever they wish. So they will welcome tips and it might be a real help for them actually. The employer was a friend/colleague, and […]

What disadvantages in not queueing early to board Ryanair flight?

6/18/2015 8:17:29 PM There is no risk (or negligible risk) of being offloaded. There is a risk your bag will have to be stowed or put far away from you on the aircraft, which many people find irritating. I think most people get impatient, nervous or anxious when they see the flight is close to […]

Can I overstay a UK visa? Can I apply for an extension?

8/5/2016 8:48:49 PM My uncle has a visa valid for six month which was issued in April. And he is intending to visit UK in around 1st of October which is apparently 10 days beforehand of expiry date. Read it VERY carefully. The visa is valid for six months from its start date or the […]

Avoiding crowded times in southern Utah national parks and monuments

12/4/2016 9:20:52 PM The reason spring and fall are so popular in these parks is that the temperatures in the summer can can be scorching. Some tips for avoiding crowds at any time: Most visitors never go much farther than a few feet from the parking lot. If you walk for more than 5 minutes […]

Are there overnight bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong?

8/4/2016 6:04:16 PM There are no night buses that I am aware of. Green Bus has Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong routes (stops in Chiang Rai on the way), but they are daytime schedules. Most bus companies try to avoid driving the road between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai at night, as it is a […]

Does my age depend on the current timezone?

6/8/2015 11:09:03 AM You will be 17 according to the local calendar. No one checks your “Place of birth” when they ask for your age. What are the documents we need to carry for flight journey within India? Credit:stackoverflow.com‘

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