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Flight diversion + visa issues

6/6/2017 9:43:04 AM We recently flew on China Southern Airlines from Vietnam to Australia with a short stop over at Guangzhou China. Due to weather we were unable to land at Guangzhou so they diverted us to Haikou China. That was OK for the passengers that had Chinese Visas, but all other 24 international passengers […]

Is there a list of words or themes that will get you thrown off a plane in the US?

1/24/2015 3:40:20 PM I work in an airline (cabin crew), and I know for a fact that there is no published list for such a thing. Beside the famous (bomb, explosive, hijack, etc.) words, which is usually said by naive people trying to be funny, the current political situations and international or national threats related […]

Bad hostel, recourse?

7/13/2016 1:49:55 PM In 2016, a bad online review with a lot of visibility is a big deal. Find a few high traffic websites (tripadvisor, google, facebook) and leave them not an angry rant, but a bad and polite review. Companies are very sensitive about their online reputation and image (and if they’re not they […]

How can I pay tolls on Japanese expressways?

8/5/2016 4:42:05 AM There are two options. The easy way is cash, which is (at time of writing) still accepted by every toll plaza on every Japanese expressway: just collect a chit on entry and pay when you leave. But if you’re driving longer distances or on multiple days, you’ll want to look into getting […]

Air travel without known date

8/16/2016 6:51:56 PM A flexible ticket will cost you roughly the most the airline ever might charge for a given route. This is a corollary of yield management: if a flexible ticket would ever be significantly cheaper than the price at any time then it would make good sense for a business traveler to buy […]

How can I find out if I'm wanted in Turkey?

12/24/2014 3:41:59 PM Turkish police does not have a page for wanted people, so no online resources by the Turkish government. The only online resource which might give you this information is the interpol, Turkey is a member of interpol and they should send information about wanted people to the interpol, especially those who do […]

Can I leave Abu Dhabi airport while on a transit?

7/11/2016 5:06:37 PM You can leave the airport only with a Transit Visa. Refer to these links http://www.abudhabiairport.ae/english/airport-information/transit-information/more-than-4-hours.aspx http://www.abudhabiairport.ae/english/airport-information/check-in-and-passport-control/immigration-and-visas.aspx Also, Etihad airways is also providing for transit visa. Refer to this website for more details. I think its best to consult the airline website in these cases. https://www.ttsuaevisas.com/en/global/visa-fees/ Visa: "Current occupation" while doing notice? Credit:stackoverflow.com‘

Visa: "Current occupation" while doing notice?

7/14/2016 8:07:07 AM I went to the Chinese consulate and they asked me how I was able to go for 90 days as a tourist. I’ve explained that I’ve quit my job and am still doing notice for 2 more weeks. She told me to choose ‘unemployed’ instead of ’employed’ and that I also have […]

Will it be a problem for a Russian citizen to apply for a US non-immigrant visa in Beijing while illegally employed in China?

8/26/2015 1:32:34 AM Long story short you basically have red flag on red flag here, even though weirder things have been known to happen, I would have to say that it is more likely for her to get denied a visa. Now just to review the red flags: Your girlfriend, presumably single with no kids, […]

Is there a neighbourhood known for second-hand bookshops/antiquaries in Prague?

7/12/2017 9:28:41 AM Prague 1 is definitely where you will find the highest number of antique shops in Prague, but there are also a number of shops in other parts of the city. I recently wrote a walking route that includes one of my favorite antique shops in the city,so check it out if you […]

When applying for an Indian Passport, how do I know if I'm in the ECR or non-ECR category?

4/4/2015 7:11:20 PM I am an Indian, with a Masters Degree and in my Passport its marked as ECNR (Emigration Clearance Not Required). Being said that, as per Path2USA Eligibility for ECNR: The following applicants are eligible for ECNR status regardless of its requirement in certain countries – Holders of Diplomatic / Official Passports Gazetted […]

Depart US through Mexico while on B1/B2 Visitor visa – how US will know I did not overstay?

6/25/2016 2:04:42 AM When you enter Mexico, don’t just drive past the customs border office. Stop and come in to get your visitor paper and passport stamp. That’s your evidence when you go back to U.S. What is the difference between folio and invoice in hotel management? 11/20/2014 7:54:37 AM I found this info at […]

Are there direct flights from Canada to Huatulco International Airport, Mexico during the summer?

7/25/2016 5:59:03 AM Air Canada Rouge has seasonal service from YYZ between December-March, search for flight AC1512. You might not be able to book this flight or see its schedule this far in advance. AC would not let me attempt to book any flights from January 2017. Air Transat has seasonal service to HUX between […]

Is it possible to rent a kayak at Paros without guide?

7/15/2016 8:27:53 AM I’ve seen tourists kayaking without guides. I don’t think it’s a common practice that guides should be obligatory. I think you can work things out with a company and rent some kayaks without guides. Honestly speaking, all the islands are great for exploring. I’ve seen that you can rent a kayak in […]

What is the difference between folio and invoice in hotel management?

12/11/2015 10:26:18 PM I happen to be translating a travel website (definitely a language issue), but their terminology is clear and maybe helpful: If you book a hotel and pay for it, you receive a bill. If you book a hotel through your company’s travel portal, the company may get a bill. If they do, […]

Roadtrip coast to coast in the USA, let someone else drive car back

11/5/2014 2:14:06 PM To add to the other answers: It is a good idea to create a paper contract (possibly even with a lawyer present) with the other party to clarify that the person who signed the contract with the rental company will be reimbursed by the non-signee for any monetary costs following from an […]

Do you need to schedule a new biometrics appointment each time you apply for a UK Visa?

7/14/2016 3:02:00 PM Yes. One reference for this requirement is in this letter from the UKBA. Applicants for a long term visit visa benefit from the convenience of not having to make multiple visa applications, each requiring their biometrics to be taken, each time they want to come to the UK The logical reason for […]

How can I find historical flight delay data?

11/2/2014 11:25:58 PM According to FlightStats, the flight was delayed 236 minutes. Scheduled Departure: 7:35 AM – Sat Mar-15-2014 Actual Departure: 12:02 PM – Sat Mar-15-2014 Scheduled Arrival: 12:20 PM – Sat Mar-15-2014 Actual Arrival: 4:16 PM – Sat Mar-15-2014 (You’ll need a log in to see the information on that linked site.) Which languages […]

How can a tourist register for the Bicing bicycle sharing in Barcelona?

8/26/2018 1:15:31 PM Be aware, there is, in fact, an enforcement. I was once stopped by local police and asked documents for my bicing card. After he checked my card number in his app he knew my age and name and checked with my id. I asked him why I can’t lend the card to […]

Which languages to brush up on for Ukraine trip?

9/24/2015 11:17:07 AM I think learning some courtesies like hello, goodbye, thank you, please etc. does always makes sense when traveling to a foreign country. I am always pleased when I recognize someone visiting my country took effort to learn some basic words in my native language. Since both, ukranian and russian use the kyrillic […]

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