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Which fork is more active, English Wikitravel or English Wikivoyage?

Which fork is more active (in terms of genuine contributions, not spam or vandalism): the English language Wikitravel, or the English language Wikivoyage? I noticed that Wikitravel had some info on ATMs in Ulaanbaatar that Wikivoyage didn't have,…
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What is a good app for tracking, sharing plans, and creating visualizations of travel?

I'm a long time Dopplr user and I really love the travel visualizations that they make available. Since they were acquired by Nokia all development has stopped and they've stopped issuing the excellent annual reports. My question is, are there any…
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Generic but individual web-based packing list?

I'm looking for an interactive web based packing list that list general items that you should put in your suitcase when traveling. I want to be able to check each item when I've sucessfully put it into my suitcase. It should be customizable so that…
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Next best alternative to travel? Virtual travel?

What could I do as advanced preparation for, or as a less costly alternative to travel? These substitutes must be audiovisual and feature sights and sounds; I refer NOT to books, simply pictures or Google Street View. I'm thinking of online,…
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Review censorship on the big travel websites: Any analyses/research?

Based on my personal unscientific anecdotal experience, my bad reviews on Tripadvisor tend to get censored very often. Much less so on say Yelp. Besides my own limited analysis, are there any "scientific" analyses of the matter onTripadvisor,…
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How do you search for real remote work friendly accommodations?

In Vienna, Austria, I scored an Airbnb with a proper desk and a reasonably nice rotating chair, which is all I need. The usual "just sit at the kitchen table and work there" arrangement is not great for working for several hours. The "dedicated…
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Comparison site for EU SIM cards?

Now the EU has waived roaming fees, one can buy a SIM from any of the EU countries. I am sure I am not alone in just wanting the lowest data prices when I visit. Is there a comprehensive comparison of prepaid SIM cards in the EU?
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How do I get a hotel that's not near the airport?

We've got a wedding in the family coming up, and I'm looking at travel accommodations. Unfortunately, the place where the happy couple wants to have their wedding is in a little town 100 miles away from the nearest airport. This should be really…
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