Contrary to what many travelers think, the UK plays by a totally different set of rules to most of its European neighbors. Most visitors can generally stay in the UK for up to six months without a visa.Passport stamps are not visas, but they are the only proof you’ll have the you have entered the […]
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Many countries are surprisingly tolerant and extremely forgiving when it comes to overstays. India is not one such country. Most travelers arrive in India on a 60 day visa, which typically cannot be extended. The most common cause of overstays in India is the unusual fact that visas here start from the time of application, not […]
Continue reading Malaysia is a pretty welcoming country, and most visitors are automatically granted a 30-90 day stay on arrival. If you know ahead of time that you might need to stay longer, then you should head to an immigration office as soon as possible. Make sure you read How to Get a Visa Overstay Forgiveness: Is […]
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The US has a bit of an international reputation for being hard on visa overstayers. This isn’t entirely unearned, though it’s also not quite as bad as it’s often made out to be. If you overstay your visa waiver program you my not have access to it again in the future, for example. Make sure you […]
Continue reading Most travelers to the Philippines are given 21-30 days of free entry without a visa on arrival. All you need is a return ticket (we didn’t know, and learned this upon arrival), and this is pretty much guaranteed. If you’re worried you might need to overstay, it’s normally fairly easy to obtain an extension. Make sure […]
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Coronavirus has caused my trip to be canceled. I would like to reschedule my trip or I would like a refund. What should I do? Can you get refund for plane tickets? What about the hotel, or bus connection? Whether you’re looking for an airline refund or postpone your cruise, rebook your hotel or otherwise just […]
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Traveling with a baby is supposed to be tough, and there’s a fair argument to be made that no aspect of family travel is tougher than the flight with a little one involved-whether there’s an airplane baby bassinet or not. Anyone who has even been on a long haul flight understands air travel with a […]
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If your internet connection is constantly causing you stress, then a laptop wifi booster might make for a good investment. The basic idea is simple: an external laptop wifi boost device that can be used to increase the range of your laptop’s wifi, and hopefully give you a somewhat better internet connection . This can […]
Continue readingI’m guessing it’s not your first time to read an article about useful tips on packing light. The problem, however, is that among the seas of strategies to keep your luggage light, how would you efficiently pack your things and travel light? There are very simple ways to guarantee this. These techniques include proper planning, […]
Continue readingYour passport is probably one of the most important documents that you have to carry around when travelling for business or pleasure. It usually acts as your gate pass from one country to another as long as you have your required visas (in this post I explain what to do if you overstay your tourist […]
Continue readingBoasting some of the beast beaches in the world Cancun in Mexico and the Riviera Maya receive hundreds of thousands of tourists every year. Its airport has more international flights than that of Mexico City, and whether traveling on a budget or have lots of money to spare there’s something that will suit your interests- […]
Continue readingSince I’ve traveled to many countries, I always have the tendency to compare experiences and places yet one thing I’ve learned since the beginning is that the best memories of a trip are often the experiences with locals. Unfortunately, I often miss the close connection with locals during a day trip. I question myself: what […]
Continue readingIn the midst of all the pre-holiday excitement it’s easy to forget the important things. These are usually things that would never normally cross your mind, and if you’re like me, you’re far too concerned with whether you’ve packed your straighteners, or whether your shoes are going to poke a hole in your suitcase! Despite […]
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Travelling with two passports as a dual citizenship owner has many advantages, but very few disadvantage. As a dual citizen you belong to an exclusive club, as it is estimated that just 1% of the world’s population carries two or more passports. Of all the advantages of dual citizenship there is one that stands out […]
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If you are about to embark on a new and exciting holiday or excursion abroad, it is a very good idea to think about your spending. How are you going to spend? You might simply exchange all of your spending money in cash before you leave, or you might use your debit card. If you […]
Continue readingWhen you get back from an unforgettable holiday overseas, the last thing you want to see is a stack of charges on your bank statement for the cash withdrawals or card transactions you made when you were abroad. So how can you avoid bank fees while traveling? There are three areas you need to look […]
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