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Is it possible to visit the cockpit after the plane arrives? (commercial flight only)
I've been told by my friend (who is on an aviation academy for becoming a pilot), that it's possible to visit the cockpit if you agree with the flight attendants (and of course they ask the pilot).
Is this really possible if the pilot allow you to?…
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Is the Sea of Stars real?
I fairly frequently see pictures online of this semi-mythical glittering beach in the Maldives. However I can't find any accounts of people having actually visited it and reported on how it was.
Can anyone tell me any hard information about this…
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Is it OK to play the piano housed in the lobbies of hotels?
I travel a lot and often find grand pianos in lobbies of hotels. Is it appropriate to just sit down and play them for a while (FWIW, I am good and play slow classical music. My playing will not ruin the mood)? Or are they primarily for show?
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How much cash am I supposed to prepay at gas station in the US?
In the US (and probably Canada as well), it is possible to pay at a gas station either with a credit card often with a fee (in the US) or cash. If I pay cash, gas stations often require to prepay for the gas.
However, I always wonder how much I…
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Am I supposed to pay for parking when the parking meter is buried under the snow (USA)?
I am travelling by car in the USA (Boston, Massachusetts). The weather is currently pretty snowy. Am I supposed to pay for parking when the parking meter is buried under the snow?
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Is it rude to talk on a mobile phone for the whole journey, when travelling alone in a London black taxi?
I had an uncanny feeling that it was rude of me to talk on a mobile phone for the whole journey, while travelling alone in a London black taxi. Is it the etiquette to have a conversation with the indeed highly qualified driver when travelling alone…
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Tipping in Europe when paying by credit card?
I've been traveling in Europe for the past few months and I'm still confused about this! In most countries, it seems the common courtesy (according to tipping websites and the locals that I've talked to) is to leave a 5%-10% tip in restaurants,…
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Should I give my Japanese host omiyage/gift when meeting them first or when I'm leaving?
I'll be visiting Japan soon and I'll be meeting a friend there.
I was wondering if the etiquette there was to give a gift when you first arrive or when you'll be leaving.
When should I give the omiyage?
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How to check a large backpack?
When travelling on airlines based in the US with a large backpack, I prefer to carry the bag onto the plane as part of my hand baggage allowance. Most foreign flag carriers, however, have a significantly more restrictive hand baggage allowance. I…
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How to sleep in twins beds that are pushed together?
My wife and I are going on holiday to a resort. While the resort markets the room as having a double bed, in reality it is two twin size beds pushed together with a narrow gap down the middle where they meet. We have stayed with this company before…
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Airline and Travel Agent disagree on baggage allowance, who do I need to resolve it with?
Recently, I was looking to book with one of the traditional "scheduled carriers" who now offer both baggage-inclusive and hand baggage only fares. Looking on the airline's own website, the fare at the time with a single piece of checked luggage was…
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Which airlines ban the use of Knee Defenders during flight?
I read that some airlines such as United Airlines ban the use of Knee Defenders during flight. Is there any comprehensive list of airlines that ban the use of Knee Defenders during flight (or conversely a list of airlines that do not ban them)?
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What are mini-bar policies for one-night stays in hotels?
I've had this question on my mind for a while now because I've never understood how this works. I began traveling two years ago for personal reasons and sometimes I've stayed in various hotels for the night. Some of those hotels had mini-bar service…
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What is the most efficient way to pack a bag?
On trips of four days or less, I try to travel with a shoulder bag containing my laptop, electronics, etc. and a rolling, carry-on bag for everything else.
What is the best technique for packing as much clothing as reasonably possible into a…
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How do you estimate how long it takes to get out of an airport?
Whenever I have to fetch someone from the airport I usually arrive at the airport on the estimated arrival time resulting me spending useless time in the arrival hall.
Can you get a reasonable estimate how long it takes to get through? I am…
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