The Travellers Thread

[ThatLetter]

Anybody ever been tagged as not allowed to board when reentering the US? Happened to my wife when we were coming back from England this summer. I believe her boarding pass said SSSS or something like that. She got pulled out for enhanced searches 3 times. Eventually she was allowed to board. Even though when she scanned her boarding pass at the gate the computer alerted that she was still not allowed to board.

[cry_minarets458]

I think this is the worst trip I’ve had in terms of weather. Just too hot. Prague first day was pretty miserable, given you’re walking a lot and it’s hills.

I arrived to Croatia yesterday. It was 94F. Took a 4 hour bus to dubrovnik, where it’s supposed to be on average 94F my entire time here. Luckily I leave tomorrow, but I imagine dubrovnik would be cool if it wasn’t as hot (and you actually plan to party and use the beaches here). I just planned on walking the city and the walls but it being all stairs has made it miserable with the heat. Heading to one of the islands tomorrow. Trying to beat the heat with the commute, hopefully can catch an early bus

Originally Posted by recentlyJTR41

Vienna or Prague? Looking for potential honeymoon spots. Next spring.

I appreacite the beer the bohemian aspect of Prague and the music of Vienna. Both look kick ass. Big history buff so pretty much anything like that sells me. Love museums and architecture as well.

Was just in Prague and thought how nice it would be for a romantic get away. I’m sure Vienna can be said of similarly but haven’t been there. The beer in Prague was great; I usually don’t drink pilsners but they went down pretty great.

[CrushLive]

Starting to put together return trip to Italy (4th time overall):

1-2 nights in Milan (Airbnb or hotel)
2 nights in Venice (Airbnb)
1 night in Florence (Airbnb or hotel)
5-6 nights in Tuscany (villa somewhere between Siena - Montalcino - Montepulciano - Cortona)
4 nights in Lake Como (family property)

Anyone have any rec's on other cities in Tuscany to visit other than the ones listed above (skipping Lucca, San Gimignano, Volterra)?
Anyone have any wine tour rec's?

[DIDriveOut2SPAC]

Originally Posted by ThatLetter

Anybody ever been tagged as not allowed to board when reentering the US? Happened to my wife when we were coming back from England this summer. I believe her boarding pass said SSSS or something like that. She got pulled out for enhanced searches 3 times. Eventually she was allowed to board. Even though when she scanned her boarding pass at the gate the computer alerted that she was still not allowed to board.

Yes, this happens to my fiance a lot because she works in the biomedical field therefore has the resources to do something dangerous (she has access to viruses and stuff)

[dmbfd15]

Going on an Amsterdam/Brussels trip about six weeks from now. Going to propose to the girlfriend at some point during the trip. Any recommendations on can’t miss places?

[Dave&Tim41]

Work travel has picked up significantly. Here in San Antonio working all weekend, through next Friday, then probably be back again the week after. Exhausting stuff, certainly not the fun travel.

[ThatLetter]

Originally Posted by DIDriveOut2SPAC

Yes, this happens to my fiance a lot because she works in the biomedical field therefore has the resources to do something dangerous (she has access to viruses and stuff)

My wife is an elementary school teacher. I guess technically she has lots of access to viruses too.

[dontburnthe_pig]

Has anyone been to Victoria Falls? I'm heading up there next month for a few days, then crossing over to Kasane, in Botswana, for a couple of days at the Chobe National Park. A light work trip.

[Bostonsux013]

I'm looking at going on an all inclusive trip to the Caribbean sometime in February. I've never been on an all inclusive trip like this before so I was hoping someone here could give me some advice/suggestions.

First, I'll lay out a few details to help you understand what I'm looking for:

-Only 3-4 days. Does not need to be on a weekend. Is it cheaper if its a Mon-Thurs?

-Not specific as to where but I'd like to spend as little as possible.

-Looking for it to include airfare from Tampa, food, drinks, lodging.

With that said, anything come to mind?

[DIDriveOut2SPAC]

Originally Posted by Bostonsux013

I'm looking at going on an all inclusive trip to the Caribbean sometime in February. I've never been on an all inclusive trip like this before so I was hoping someone here could give me some advice/suggestions.

First, I'll lay out a few details to help you understand what I'm looking for:

-Only 3-4 days. Does not need to be on a weekend. Is it cheaper if its a Mon-Thurs?

-Not specific as to where but I'd like to spend as little as possible.

-Looking for it to include airfare from Tampa, food, drinks, lodging.

With that said, anything come to mind?

I've only done one all-inclusive resort, its not really my style - but I thoroughly enjoyed my time at this one in Panama.

https://www.dreamsresorts.com/en_us/...ce=TripAdvisor

[SmoothG]

Originally Posted by dontburnthe_pig

Has anyone been to Victoria Falls? I'm heading up there next month for a few days, then crossing over to Kasane, in Botswana, for a couple of days at the Chobe National Park. A light work trip.

How was it?

[SmoothG]

Where you guys been? Where you guys going?

[SmoothG]

I've been in Chengdu for over a year now. Couple more months and I'll be moving back to Canada to work in a national park for 6 months and then probably to the US to work. Been out for north America for 12 of the last 15 years. Mixed emotions about moving back. But parents getting old and nephews growing up. Such is life.

[Rodey]

Anyone been to Puerto Rico? What are some things to know?

We're thinking of doing a four day getaway near the end of January. Found cheap flights out of Chicago and a super reasonable Airbnb on Isla Verde Beach.

[DIDriveOut2SPAC]

Originally Posted by ThatLetter

Anybody ever been tagged as not allowed to board when reentering the US? Happened to my wife when we were coming back from England this summer. I believe her boarding pass said SSSS or something like that. She got pulled out for enhanced searches 3 times. Eventually she was allowed to board. Even though when she scanned her boarding pass at the gate the computer alerted that she was still not allowed to board.

I got the SSSS this morning. Thought to look in here and sure enough its what your wife got.

https://onemileatatime.com/what-does...ing-pass-mean/

[unccrombie]

Did the Balkans this fall. Bosnia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Croatia.

[cry_minarets458]

Has anyone done Iceland? How did you go about the car rental?

[FromTheMorning]

Originally Posted by unccrombie

Did the Balkans this fall. Bosnia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Croatia.

Niiiice, went to all 4 of those plus Serbia back in 2014. Adore that part of Europe. Did you like it?

[FromTheMorning]

I'm headed to Mexico City Dec 26-Jan 3. Never been before so open to any and all recommendations.

[unccrombie]

Originally Posted by FromTheMorning

Niiiice, went to all 4 of those plus Serbia back in 2014. Adore that part of Europe. Did you like it?

I liked it. Slovenia and Bosnia were standouts. Would avoid most of Croatia again and just stick to the wine regions.

[DIDriveOut2SPAC]

Just got back from a month long trip in South India.

Here are some photos if anyone is interested:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/vHzT8ZXMHK4RLpS58

[SmoothG]

Originally Posted by unccrombie

Did the Balkans this fall. Bosnia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Croatia.

Based on some recommendations in here, it seems like this region should be higher on my list.

Originally Posted by cry_minarets458

Has anyone done Iceland? How did you go about the car rental?

You ever find out? Did you go? Part of me feels like Iceland is over hyped. And then I see pictures and really want to go.

Originally Posted by FromTheMorning

I'm headed to Mexico City Dec 26-Jan 3. Never been before so open to any and all recommendations.

How was it? What did you do? Would love to go.

Originally Posted by DIDriveOut2SPAC

Just got back from a month long trip in South India.

Here are some photos if anyone is interested:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/vHzT8ZXMHK4RLpS58

Nice pics man, looks beautiful. I guess I've always been more drawn to northern India for whatever reason but those beaches and that food looks nice.

For me, just a few trips a couple hours away to see some mountains. Chinese new years coming up at the end of the month, but everything is well expensive. Might just stay in Sichuan and see some places I haven't been to yet. But the thought of taking buses and trains during Chinese new year already makes me want to stab people.

[redsox14]

I'm heading out West in March. 1 night in Denver, 3 nights in Telluride and a night in Santa Fe. I've never been to any of these. Would love a cool bar or brewery to check out in some of these spots or anything else cool to do. Will be snowboarding 2 of the days in Telluride

[Rodey]

Going to Puerto Rico in a week and a half. Hope these earthquakes are done...

[YouNeverKnow25]

florida end of the month, aruba over memorial day, bethany beach in august....trying to plan a 4Q trip just for me and the wife

[Timebomb07]

Getting married in late September, looking to do our honeymoon right after. Have a total window of about 14 days (travel included) and we're looking for a solid mix of relaxation and activities (i.e. hiking, national parks, water adventure, etc.) Any hot takes/suggestions I should be considering?

1) Ideal Trip: New Zealand, starting looking at some many self-drive itineraries they have
2) Back Up: Few days in Maui (or Kauai, my favorite place on earth) and then ~week in BAMF
3) Lazy, mini-moon option: 5 days laid up in Mexico or Caribbean

[YouNeverKnow25]

for my money september is too risky in mexico/caribbean (outside of aruba) for making plans as important as your honeymoon

[Timebomb07]

Originally Posted by YouNeverKnow25

for my money september is too risky in mexico/caribbean (outside of aruba) for making plans as important as your honeymoon

Ah yeah... Caribbean would be out with hurricane season. I should have specified with regards to Mexico. It'd be like Cabo... something on Baja since I'm in San Diego.

[Rodey]

Originally Posted by Timebomb07

Getting married in late September, looking to do our honeymoon right after. Have a total window of about 14 days (travel included) and we're looking for a solid mix of relaxation and activities (i.e. hiking, national parks, water adventure, etc.) Any hot takes/suggestions I should be considering?

1) Ideal Trip: New Zealand, starting looking at some many self-drive itineraries they have
2) Back Up: Few days in Maui (or Kauai, my favorite place on earth) and then ~week in BAMF
3) Lazy, mini-moon option: 5 days laid up in Mexico or Caribbean

New Zealand is great, but just keep in mind you're looking at losing a full day traveling there. Also, if you're planning on driving, just make sure you're aware that getting places (specifically on the south island) can take a long time because you're navigating around mountains, there aren't a lot of roads, etc. For example, we took a bus tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound and then drive one way was close to five hours (with a few 5-10 minute stops).

And I'll just say you're going to wish you had more than the 13ish days you have. There's an overwhelming amount of things you'll want to see and do.

[Timebomb07]

Originally Posted by Rodey

New Zealand is great, but just keep in mind you're looking at losing a full day traveling there. Also, if you're planning on driving, just make sure you're aware that getting places (specifically on the south island) can take a long time because you're navigating around mountains, there aren't a lot of roads, etc. For example, we took a bus tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound and then drive one way was close to five hours (with a few 5-10 minute stops).

And I'll just say you're going to wish you had more than the 13ish days you have. There's an overwhelming amount of things you'll want to see and do.

all make sense. And yeah, would love to have more days, which maybe we'll be able to do, but at the same time, there aren't many chances (for us) to take a 3-week vacation. So while not 100% ideal, our honeymoon would be the best chance to take a trip this long.