Freighter travel Anybody traveled on those big ships? I’m hoping to do it next year but struggling to find information other than companies who used to set up trips before Covid complaining about Covid disruptions. Looking for any information on what to expect or how to approach a trip like this. Would be from Western US to Asia. submitted by /u/midnightw…

Super short layover in FLL or long in MIA? I have to choose between a 38 minute layover in FLL (Flying JetBlue) or doing 8 hours in Miami (on AA flights). I will be traveling solo with two young kids (6 and 7) but I am willing to pay a bit more for seats up front. Anyone familiar with these airports have any advice? submitted by /u/wanderingcereal

Looking for petite women backpacks recommendations: Uni/travel (UK) Hello everyone! I’ve been having a heck of a time trying to find a backpack that is well-suited for my everyday activities (gym, uni) but that I can also use for travel following airline cabin bag allowance. Initially, I was looking at this Lefrik backpack and the Burton Prospect. I bought the Burton because the different compartments seemed lik…

Switzerland Itinerary Hi All, Planning to spend 8 nights in switzerland during spring. Currently the plan is 5 nights in interlaken to explore the Jungfrau region and 3 nights in Lucerne. Starting to doubt myself but am i spending too long in those areas? Should I cut some days down to visit other places in switzerland? I will be catching the train from France into s…

Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan submitted by /u/sonderewander

Tricky question – will an entry in my passport cause problems for me getting into Egypt? Idk if anyone can even answer this, but here goes: I’m German, going to visit Egypt for the first time in my life tomorrow. I’m really looking forward to my one week of vacation on the red sea (purely touristic). I’ve just looked into my passport and discovered the Israeli entry from 2016 I had completely forgotten about. I was there as a touris…

Best Central/South American Countries for 10 days? Looking for an easy relaxing 10 days this winter (Probably late Feb) centered around good food, ocean/ snorkeling and wildlife, some good culture and within ten hour flight of Toronto. Love taking a scooter or bike out, going to the markets, snorkeling and fishing, eating some good food and drinks. Budget is prob somewhere less the 3k CAD. Any s…

Southern India Itinerary Help Needed Hi all, This is my elderly parents first trip to Southern India. Understandably they want to do a lot but I am worried about accessibility and safety for them. Below is our 3 week itinerary for them. For those that travel a lot, how does the plan look so far? Goa and Rameswaram are really killing me but they are the two cities they really want t…

Almost got pickpocketed in the bus station in Venice. Also witnessed pickpocketing while inside public bus. Many tourists stayed in Mestre, right outside of Venice. While it is convenient and cost effective to have a 10 minute commute to and from Venice. It is littered with scums looking for easy prey. They take advantage of the confusion of broading to reach for your wallet, many times they won’t …

Airline cancels your flight .. the day of? What are my rights? I was supposed to fly to Rome today. It was the cheapest flight available, requiring two connecting flights and two airlines. While checking in at the airport, I learned that my connecting flight has been cancelled by the second airline, wizz air. I purchased my tickets through a third party — kiwi.com. Now I have to rebook a flight to Rome tha…

Places where a campervan would be a good idea? Just got back from Iceland and 10 days with a campervan, i fucking loved it so much. The freedom to do whatever whenever and have a comfortable bed was so awesome! Any other destinations where a campervan is a must? Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/musicandsex

Need advice on the travel to Japan via Singapore or direct? I am in Toronto and so I am think of 2 ways to travel. Option 1. Go to Singapore (3 days), Japan (15 days), Hong Kong (7 days) and the back to Singapore(1days) . Flight to Singapore is about 17-25 hours based on stop over. option 2. is direct to Japan. 14 hour flight and the in between my Japan time hop to Singapore and HK. Price is 200 cheaper …

How to travel with friends that don’t like to make reservations I’ll be visiting NY in 2 weeks with 2 friends. I’ve been to NY lots of times. I’m used to planning trips and other people booking things early, collaborating ideas, etc. One friend is the type that she’s ok with anything. Great in theory, but when I asked if there’s anything specific she wants to do, see, places to visit, etc. she’s literally o…

Is it worth it to pay for Travel Insurance? I’m visiting Philippines this December and I’ll be staying there for about 30 days. I already booked my flight last June but my friend recommended me that if I’m staying for that long I should get a travel insurance since their airports are known to have employees that steals passengers’ luggages. And there’s also a lot of pickpocket or robbery …

Experiences with United flights operated by ANA between USA and Japan? Hello! 🙂 I’m considering a flight I found through United that is “operated by All Nippon Airlines” from IAH to HND. There are also similar United flights to Tokyo. I’d be getting the economy non-changeable (most basic) seats. I’m just learning about ANA and how they are lauded for their great service, so I want to take the opportunity. My bigg…

Norway vs. Madeira for 9 day trip? Madeira too small or Norway too big? Debating between these two places for a week or so next summer and wanted to hear from people who have been to both. Small group of American friends that are pretty adventurous, wiling to try new things. Would we run out of things to do in Madeira? Is Lofoten possible to do alongside Western Norway in the span of 9 days? submitted by /u/D…

Is it easier to get a visa if you’ve been to other countries? I’m from Yemen and our passport is basically useless when it comes to visas, there’s only 9 visa-free countries that I can go to and because of my country’s state right now, our visa applications get rejected very often, I’ve been to Saudi Arabia so would that benefit me if I were to apply for let’s say a schengen visa? Or would it make very lit…

Is Colonia Del Sacramento, Uruguay a good day trip? I am considering a day trip in Uruguay to Colonia Del Sacramento from Montevideo. Anyone want to give me your review of visiting Colonia Del Sacramento? Or sites I shouldn’t miss in Montevideo? Thanks. submitted by /u/miraburries

Are 10 days in Vietnam Enough ? Hey all, I am planning to take a 10 days trip to Vietnam plan is to visit like this: Hanoi – 1.5 days, Da Nang – 1 day, Hoi An – 2 days, Hue – 1 day, Phong Nha (cave trek) – 1 day, Ninh Binh – 2 days, Sapa – 2 days, Total : 11 days mostly do you think this is a good plan ? i have never travelled to Vietnam before what things i need to know bef…

Snoring on a plane For the past few travels, I would doze off on the plane and I would wake up abruptly realizing everyone around me kinda giving me stares. I didn’t pay too much attention but after my recent long travel, I asked the guy next to me if I was snoring- he was like yeah it was pretty loud. I got embarrassed and powered through 12 hour journey without …