Once in a lifetime experience Hi, My husband and I are 30 in 2025. Rather than doing gifts, we said we’d put the money towards a great trip – either travelling somewhere exotic, or staying in Europe but staying in nicer accommodation or treating ourselves to nicer experiences than we usually would. I’ve also said that before my 30th, I want a wow moment – something that mak…

Gadventures tours optional activities, what currency? I’m going on a Gadventure tour to Costa Rica soon. There are a lot of optional activities I want to do. They are all priced in USD on the website. I’m coming from the UK. Do I need to pay for these in USD (and therefore exchange some GBP to USD) or can I just pay for them in Costa Rican Colons? Thanks submitted by /u/AttemptingDiyGal

Looking for adventurous outdoor activities to try when traveling abroad? When traveling somewhere new, I love checking out the restaurants, museums, architecture, etc just as much as the next person, but as I’ve gotten older I’ve been prioritizing nature and seeking out unique outdoor activities. I’ve swam with sharks off the coast of Hawaii, gone zip lining 600 ft above the trees in Costa Rica, skied at Vail, and mo…

Layover in Amsterdam? EES? Hi everyone, my husband and I will be traveling to Asia in about two weeks. We’ll be going through a layover in Amsterdam for 10 hours. On the way back to the US in January next year, my husband and I will be going through a layover in Amsterdam for 7.5 hours. For each of those layovers, we plan to go out into the city. Does anyone know when EES…

Suggestions to spend Christmas (25-26 December) in Switzerland Hello everyone! I live in Strasbourg and my friends will be visiting me during Christmas week. We will be going Christmas markets before the 25-26th of December. Since everywhere will be closed during the Christmas in here, decided to take them to Switzerland (we have a car). But I want to stay overnight in a city at least will be lively a littl…

“global entry Enrollment on Arrival” – how do you get your global entry number this way? “instead of scheduling an appointment at a Global Entry Enrollment Center, you have the unique opportunity to interview for Global Entry when you return from your next international trip. What is Enrollment on Arrival? Global Entry applicants who are conditionally-approved can complete their interviews, the last step of the Global Entry process,…

Renting a car in the USA, Have i got the right stuff? Hi There, This is my first time renting a car in the USA, and im doing so pretty shortly, I’m from the UK originally, and over there it was straight forward as you pay for a CDW/LDW and move on, The company im renting with is Hertz, I’ve paid for a LDW and Liability insurance, Is there anything further i need? The stipulations of the LDW are;…

Travel plans , Japan or Cyprus? Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice on how to make my travel plans. I’m planning to take 6 weeks off from work. My cousins invited me to stay with them in Cyprus (they live there) for April. However, in April, I wanted to go to Japan. I’ve considered going to Cyprus and then to Japan, but the time difference might exhaust me, especially sin…

Should I combine Thailand and Cambodia, or is there enough in each country to make separate trips? Looking to go for about two weeks. Is there enough to do in Cambodia to make it worth going just there for two weeks? (Looking for historic/cultural sites, chances to interact with locals and see how they live, and natural attractions/parks. What about Thailand? I’m hesitant to do two trips as flights to that part of the world are not cheap but …

Royalton Punta Cana review: major food contamination issues – beware! Just got back from a 7 day all-inclusive trip at Royalton Punta Cana resort for a friend’s destination wedding. My first time in Dominican Republic. The grounds were beautiful and the beach was gorgeous but the pros stop there. The quality of the food was barely edible and about a third of the large group (~20 of 60 people) got violently sick wi…

Best place to view grece from the Turkish border Next week, I’ll be traveling to Istanbul, izmit and edirne for two weeks. Because I’m a Lebanese citizen, I cant to visit Greece due to visa policies so the next best thing would be to observe it from a vantage point along the Turkish-Greek border. What is the best location for this? submitted by /u/imad7631

Help me decide Argentina/Chile, Nepal/Bhutan or Australia/New Zealand and islands Help me decide where to go next. I have narrowed it down to these 3 options for around 2 to 3 weeks for 2 people. Time of year dependent on when is favorable weather on the chosen location and would do this trip in 2026 so would have plenty of time to plan. Obviously due to the locations you can guess we’re looking to have an active/hiking or na…

NYC Travel Money Cash or Debit Card Hi, I’m going to NY in 3 weeks – I’m from UK, does anyone know or recommend how to take currency with me. I’d rather use card for safety but what kind? I’ve got a Monzo account which i was just going to use but wasn’t sure if the rates are high or not? Should I get a PostOffice travel card or just use my normal debit card… A…

Feb Deals for 1st Family Trip Outside US Looking for travel ideas within non-stop plane flight from Minneapolis for family of 4. Kids are 9 and 11. Looking to travel January or February. 5-7 nights. Would love some kind of tropical/beach/snorkeling destination. Instead of spending $ on gifts this xmas we’ve decided to try and save all that money and book travel. I’m assuming something …

Behind the scenes tour FRA Airport For me, this is a fantastic way to kill time during a long layover. Note – you need to book a week or so in advance as they sell out. https://www.frankfurt-airport.com/en/airport-guide/sights-and-events/airport-tours.html#XXL_Tour_-tab Any other airports offers tours like this one? submitted by /u/MileageAddict

First Solo Trip to Europe in 2nd week of December – Spain, Italy, Paris, or Somewhere Else? F 25. I’m planning a solo trip to Europe next week, possibly the week of December 7, for 4–8 days. It’s my first time traveling alone and my first time visiting Europe. I’m considering Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, etc.), Italy (Milan, Venice, etc.), Paris, or any other recommendation? For this trip, I’m looking for a place with milder weat…

Unique Netherlands experience My sister who is 21 is going in march and I want to plan a very special day for her. What’s a very unique experience that an American would find once in a a lifetime? She is very into the outdoors, animals, culture. For reference, when my brother went to Sweden I got him a day on a lobster fishing boat just 1 on 1 with the captain. He was able t…

Travelling to Asia for 3 months for the first time (F32) I am extremly used to travel locally for work (Europe) but it is the first time I will go on a real big travel.. and for fun! Leaving for 3 months with my boyfriend, going through South East Asia and Japan. So here are my questions: what are your tips for really useful apps while travelling? what are your tips for phone sim/data when going tho…

LATAM connecting flight from Sao Paolo to La Paz via Lima Hi, i need some advice on my trip around South America next Feb. I have travelled quite extensively in EU, Asia and the US. But this is going to be my first time travelling around SA with LATAM. I have 7 flights booked with LATAM and already 4 rescheduled by LATAM. I am a bit concerned for one particular trip from Rio to La Paz where there will …

Where to drive from the UK for Winter sun? Hi, we have 2 dogs so travel where they can come with us. We are remote workers too. Looking for suggestions of a warm place in Europe to spend 2 months inearly 2025 that we can drive to from the UK and where accommodation wont be too crazy expensive. Thk u! submitted by /u/BettyScooter