Quinta da Regaleira Is it worth the bother of the train journey from Lisbon to Sintra just to visit this one palace? I know there are other things to see in Sintra but this is the only one I’m particularly interested in. (I was also interested in Peña Palace but it sounds too busy for my liking). It looks amazing, but I’m wondering if it’s too much effort for one…

I should really get luggage trackers — Sleepy Pilot accidentally took my suitcase This morning I was on a hotel shuttle to the Orlando Airport and ours was the last stop. We got off and realized that my suitcase was missing. My parents distinctly remember putting it in the back of the shuttle. After a couple panicked calls to the other passengers by our driver (bless his heart), we didn’t get any positive responses. Finally, …

For those that have been to New Zealand, what was your favorite thing you did that made you fall in love with the country. Mine was visiting Lake Matheson. And the glaciers in the area. Wondering what places others have enjoyed immensely. submitted by /u/justforfuninlife

ESTA expires soon after arrival in the US Hey folks, I am losing my mind right now. I am travelling to the US on Oct 31st. My ESTA expires on Nov 4th. Do you think there will be any issue with that? Thanks in advance!! submitted by /u/GFLM

Why don’t hotels in Europe use a top sheet under the duvet? I’ve seen far too many TV shows about how dirty hotel duvets can be, even if you can’t see it. I find that even the nice hotels in Europe don’t use a top sheet, which I find kind of gross. Why? submitted by /u/Mashlomech

Is Yellow Fever vaccine required? I will be travelling later this year and I’m getting mixed information in regards to if I need a yellow fever vaccine. My itinerary is Travelling From Canada to Panama Panama to Colombia Colombia to Canada return flight – with layover in Panama at PTY I know I do not need the vaccine to enter Panama initially, nor to enter Colombia, or to re-ent…

Which airlines have the best first class? Planning our honeymoon and want to splurge on first class flights. My friend has been raving about the lay flat seats and luxury experience on Hawaiian Airlines… but we’re not going to Hawaii. We’re still deciding between Alaska, Mediterranean and Caribbean and honestly the airline might play a part in that decision. I’ve flown first class on De…

AirBnB asked me for my passport number – is this okay/normal thing to occur? First time this happened to me so wanted to check beforehand 👍🏼 submitted by /u/Superb-Attention9730

Question: Is chocolate milk not a thing in France? I’ve been to an assortment of Carrefour/Monoprix but can never seem to find the aisle. Just that I have a craving at the crucial time of the month. 🥲 submitted by /u/cuddlyfalabella

New place vs somewhere you love What’s everyone’s thought process when you have limited funds (can only do one big trip a year at most) and are debating whether to go (solo) somewhere new or return somewhere you love? I’m struggling to decide! submitted by /u/QueenoftheGhosts

Isn’t this dumb? Isn’t this dumb? Trying to check in online with United. It seems you are at a disadvantage if you travel light with just a personal item?? 🤔 submitted by /u/krev1ce

EU Internal Border Controls Just something to be aware off to anyone traveling to or already in the EU. Several countries have reintroduced temporary border controls inside the Schengen area, so make sure you have all your travel documents with you and in order while moving between countries. This is specially important for full time / long term travelers and those traveli…

Tips for traveling for the very first time on an Aeroplane. I (20M) am going to London for the every first time.I have never traveled on an aeroplane before.I have a connected flight.I will first travel to Dubai and Wait for around 2 hours than travel to London. Both of my flights are going to be Emirates. Some people told me that the wait of 2 hours is very short time to catch my next flight.Is this tru…

Was it a scam? So I’m in Mumbai, I was about half way walking back to my hotel when this bloke starts walking next to me, we get talking about the cricket, where he’s from, where I’m from. About 5 minutes later he introduces me to his friend, we’re all going in the same direction, then they ask if they can buy me tea, I say OK, we take a little detour. They …

My Sister got mugged in Philippines Hello. Reaching out here for some general advice. I got a WhatsApp call for a random number in Philippines. I answered as I knew my sister was traveling there. Turns out that she had 1 drink with some local women and woke up the next day. phone gone, all cash gone, all cards gone. Passport is safe. She is unharmed fortunately, but freaked out a…

How is flying different for international flights? I am flying alone out of the US for my first time. I have a domestic layover. So I’ll be at 3 different airports on my travel day. I fly solo very regularly domestically. Could someone explain what and where the process will be different due to this flight being international? What exactly is customs and immigration and when will that occur? My…

Where are you heading next? Just starting to piece together our next overseas holiday and wondering where everyone else is planning to go. (So far Lisbon is our starting point and Italy the end, but we’re still trying to determine if the midpoint will be Morocco or Spain.) submitted by /u/protogens

To Kosovo and back: 15000km (9300mi) from one edge of Europe to the other It was May 1st and I have already been preparing this for a year or so. 2 months before I handed over my resignation and 2 days before I returned my work laptop. I didn’t have a job for the first time in many years, but instead I have one big adventure planned: reaching the balkans and coming back home in Barcelona, in approximately 4 months. My…

What are some things from your country that would be authentic souvenirs to bring home? Making this as a counter to this thread. Thought we could discover some worthwhile ideas while we’re on the topic! submitted by /u/bazzydog

Car-free destinations? I hate cars and like visiting places with no cars. I made a list of my favorites below, but welcome new ideas. I mean ‘no cars allowed’ (except maybe taxis & busses), not merely ‘car not necessary’. Pedestrian zones in car-filled cities, no thank you, perhaps another time. Zermatt, Murren, Riederalp-Bettmeralp, Stoos in Switzerland. Bald Head Island, North Carolina in USA. Monhegan Island, Maine in USA Venice in Italy. Zadar, Split, Dubrovnik in Croatia. Hydra Island in Greece. Giethoorn in Netherlands. Lundy Island in UK. Rottnest Island in Australia. Please share your suggestions! submitted by /u/ScienceR…