USA National Park during government shutdown From October 7 to October 28 I have a trip planned in the USA. This is a trip mostly consisting of national park visits (Yosemite, Sequoia, Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon). Now I heard through international news that the national parks might be affected from October 1st due to a government shutdown or something? How will this shutdown affect a nation…

Is a cheap suitcase worth it? I’m travelling overseas for my first time and I need help deciding on a suitcase. I will be heading to Bali for my honeymoon for 3 weeks. We will be moving around quite a bit so I want a suitcase that can keep up. I’m wanting to get one with four wheels but I can’t decide if I should spend more money for a higher quality suitcase or not. There a…

Tattoos in Japan? Hi all! I’m leading a student group tour to Japan this summer. I have very visible tattoos on my arms and legs. Is this going to be an issue for me? Thoughts or suggestions, or any insightful comments would be very appreciated. Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/Glamdryne

Looking for full-board place to stay a few days in eastern France/Europe I’m posting as I’m trying to find a place to stay that I feel should exist, but I’m not sure how to efficiently locate. Hopefully someone can point me in the right direction. Generally I’m looking for a hotel, guesthouse, B&B, etc. that provides full or half board and is close to nature. I’d like to be able to relax somewhere in the countryside,…

What is going on with the travel site ads on social media? For the past several months, I’ve noticed really bizarre ads from booking sites like Booking.com, Expedia, and Vrbo showing up on social media, particularly in my Facebook newsfeed. For example, the photo and link in the ad will be some super shady Bates-motel style place that gets a rating of something like 6/10. Basically, it’s a place to avoi…

Added charges? Can anyone tell me what the added charges under the total is? I’m from Texas and visiting Austria. The check had this breakdown and the server said tip was not yet included. Thanks guys! submitted by /u/frientlyhobo

US Tourists confused about London Oyster/train passes We are leaving the US for the first time ever in mid October. We are traveling to London and Paris. We have all hotels and excursions/attractions booked. But we are confused on what pass or card to get for our London travel. We want to use the tube to get from LHR to our hotel at kings cross. We plan to use the tube to travel all over London. Bu…

SFO vs. LAX for international trip? Big massive airports give me anxiety, think Haneda Airport Japan. I couldn’t wait to board and get the heck out of that. I’ll be going to Manila soon to be with my girlfriend, wondering which airport I should go with. SFO or LAX for the direct flight to Manila with PAL. submitted by /u/HighlightStreet8973

Why do we always have to check-in at the airport and not online For some years now, on any airline, my wife (Dutch) and I (USA) can not check-in online when visiting the USA from Europe. I have asked once when going to the USA, and they did not really have an answer, only that because my wife travels on ESTA they need to see her physically. But we have the same problem returning to Europe. We have different …

Travelling Internationally with little kids My family and I are experienced travelers:. My oldest (13) has been to 14 countries already. That said, we were blessed with twins 6 years ago, and we’re taking them to Europe for the first time this fall. We didn’t take our oldest internationally until she was 8 and even that felt a bit young but here we go. Thanks to COVID the littles have spe…

should i take a solo trip if im not going to college? i graduated highschool in 2022 and never liked anything enough in school to go away to college for. i knew i never wanted to go and was content with that. all my friends moved to college and are doing their own thing and i am still in my small town and am wanting some change. although getting good grades, i have never been a huge academic person…

Multi-city Flights Hello all, It’s been a hot minute since I’ve planned multi-city international travel (like 2018) and I’m questioning myself here, so just wanted to make sure I’m not missing something. Wanting to go to Dublin and London. Leaving from Pittsburgh. It seems cheaper to buy a round trip ticket to Dublin from Pittsburgh. And then do a round trip Dubli…

Appropriate tip for a European guide? Need advice. 4 of us (from US) booked a guided tour in Bled, Slovenia of Triglav National Park as well as other scenic areas in the Julian Alps. It’s a 10 hour tour booked through Viator. Total price was around $600 US. I know tipping isn’t as much of a thing in Europe. We’ve been in Europe a week so far and have occasionally tipped a few euros…

Madeira, Portugal submitted by /u/poopylittholebucker

Sao Miguel, in the Azores submitted by /u/Outrageous_Map_6380

If traveling April 7-8, 2024 might see high rate due to eclipse, depending on location The solar eclipse next April (4/8) hits diagonally across the US and hotel rates where the total eclipse can be viewed are booking up now at crazy rates. For example, in a small town near us, 2 star hotels that usually go for less than $100 are booking $800-$1200 per night for April 7th and then $500-$800 for April 8th. The 15 lucky states that…

48+ hours after check out, still no charge on card from hotel? Checked out of my hotel in London on Sunday morning. Handed over my key cards, from desk person said “you’re all set” and that was that. They did not ask me to present my credit card at that time. They said I would receive my receipt via email, asked if I wanted a printout and I said no. I still do not have a charge, or even a pending charge, on…

How do you avoid getting sick while travelling? The last two times I’ve travelled (one trip international, one trip domestic) I’ve gotten so sick with a cold by the end of it. To be fair, the first time I actually had laryngitis but that involves cold-like symptoms. Now I’ve just gotten back from another trip and I am so sick – awful cough, runny nose, congestion, headaches. Both times this…

Will an arrest effect an esta? I’m hoping to travel to the USA from the UK in the next year and will be applying for a esta. 6 years ago I was arrested and cautioned over a minor charge. I’m just wondering how this will effect my application or would it be looked into if I didn’t disclose the arres full stop? Any help and advice is appriciated. submitted by /u/Huge-Ex…

Time in Granada vs. Porto Hopefully, this question doesn’t seem too out of pocket. But I basically have 7 days to split between Granada and Porto and I’m trying to determine the best split. ​ I can either do 3 days in each city ,or 2 days in Granada and 3 days in Porto. Any recommendations? submitted by /u/No-Temperature-7663