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      Arrival tips and hotel recommendation

      Reunion May 16, 2013 at 3:42 AM

      I'm considering going on to Reunion Island from Mauritius, for 4 nights in early June, and would appreciate your kind advice on the following:-
      1) Local currency used? Foreign currency accepted?
      2) Accommodation you would recommend - any star but safe, friendly and comfortable for a solo mature female traveler.
      3) Transfer from airport to accommodation - how do I get there?
      4) Things you would recommend I do? Moderate activity.
      5) Can I get by with a minimum of basic French and will locals speak to me in English if I ask (in French) if they can speak English ?
      6) Any local VTer I could meet?
      7) Any other advice you deem useful to a solo female traveler.

      Thank you! :-)

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    • thalassa sousse hotel tunisia

      Sousse May 9, 2013 at 8:47 AM

      does anyone know if the planned water park for may 2013 is finished and open

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    • photo session

      Tunisia May 3, 2013 at 4:32 PM

      i want make some photos, i wish i can find a good photographer there :(

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    • Visiting

      Lagos Apr 24, 2013 at 11:51 AM

      Hi :)
      My daughter and I are planning on visiting her father in Lagos in a few months. This will be our first time going and her first time seeing him in 2 years (she'll be 5) and I was wondering if you guys could give me any tips before leaving? Thanks A lot!

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      Buses to Livingstone

      Gaborone Apr 23, 2013 at 7:14 AM

      Hi can anyone please tell me if there is a DIRECT bus from Gaborone to Livingstone Zambia?. Thanks.

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    • Public transportation (Getting around in Kinshasa or DRC)

      Democratic Republic of Congo Apr 22, 2013 at 3:24 AM

      Hi! I've heard that it is not safe to travel around the city of Kinshasa in Democratic Republic of Congo. But I'm still curious about it. Are there buses and taxis available in the city? How much is the fare for a one-way trip?

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    • travel expenses

      Lake Victoria Apr 20, 2013 at 11:00 PM

      how much in Ugandan currency can it cost to travel from port bell Kampala to mwanza?

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    • cheap transport

      Ghana 5 hours ago

      anybody know a cheap transportation from Berekum/Sunyani to Accra in Ghana?..buses...lorries...etc.

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    • indian restaurant

      Cairo 18 hours ago

      Which one is good indian restaurant in cairo.

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    • Leopard Hill, is it worth it?

      Nelspruit May 15, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      How far from kruger national park and how good is Leopard Hill experience? Thanks

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    • Cheapest place to stay in the capital

      São Tomé and Príncipe May 9, 2013 at 11:16 PM

      Hello there

      I have been interested in taking a trip to São Tomé. I've thought about it allot and due to the small amount of airlines flying from lisbon it's worth it to stay a week there I guess

      But anyway I was wondering if anyone would know some budget accommodation in the capital for under let's say 30 euros.

      If my flight lands in São Tomé on Friday and leaves the next Friday that's about 7 days in paid accomodation but if I took Tap on Friday than stp on tues that's only a few days worth

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    • From Durban to Drakensberg mountains

      Durban May 7, 2013 at 2:07 AM

      Hi , may be you can help us, we are travelling next week to Durban and staying there for a couple of days and then hiring a game in Hluluwe for 3 days , on the next day we wanted to drive to the Drakensberg mountains to be able to see something different, beach - game - mountains.... do you know if we need to take the malaria pills? we only have this week and next week before the weekend so we the time is running out...

      do you know also how long would it take us to drive from Hluluwe to the Drakensberg mountains and from there back to Durban ? as our plan was to drive back to Durban on the day we have to fly back to London.

      Hope you are able to help us,

      thank you very much!

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      safety

      South Africa May 6, 2013 at 3:33 PM

      Has anyone had safety trouble while on tours

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      Mount Sinai Safety

      Egypt May 3, 2013 at 2:58 PM

      hello, I had planned on visiting Sinai in late June. Is it safe to travel to Sinai at this time?

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    • private accommodation in Agamy beach - for European couple (and European beachwear!) with dog

      Alexandria May 3, 2013 at 7:40 AM

      Hello, we are thinking of spending 10 - 14 days at the beginning of August in Agamy beach. Can someone pls recommend where to find private housing (apartment or small house) for rent for that time. And which area would be suitable for us, as we are travelling with our small dog and wish to wear bikini / swimming trunks only.
      I hope someone can help! Thx a lot!

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    • travel

      Zimbabwe May 2, 2013 at 3:53 PM

      what is the best way to travel in Zimbabwe

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    • Vacation in Ethiopia

      Addis Ababa Apr 29, 2013 at 11:54 PM

      Hi,
      I am planning to backpack in Ethiopia sometime this November with my fiance. Please give me any details that would help me. Expenses. Food. Warnings. Places to visit. How many days would be required to cover several places of interest in Ethiopia. Do I need to take the help of a local travel agency. Last year we backpacked through central and Southern Sri Lanka for 11 days without the help of any travel agency. Is this possible in Ethiopia? Please give me some information on the above and any additional information would be really helpful.

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    • hammamet or yasmin hammamet?

      Hammamet Apr 29, 2013 at 3:37 AM

      Hi myself my partner and daughter have booked hammamet for October we have never visited Tunisia before so it's all new and exciting to us.I'm a little confused though,are hammamet and yasmine hammamet the same place? Will there be plenty for us to do? What is the weather likely to be like in October? Thanks guys

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    • Visa Requirement for Philippine National

      Comoros Apr 28, 2013 at 8:11 PM

      Comoros has a limited embassy presence worldwide, and some who has an email posted do not reply to my inquiry. I would like to ask on the reliable email contacts of Comorian Embassy and what are the requirements for a business visa? Where to apply, Visa fee and the validity? I will appreciate your input.

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    • Budget Honeymoon for 7 days

      Zanzibar Island Apr 28, 2013 at 4:37 AM

      We are torn between doing an all inclusive package deal for 7 days from South Africa or making our own itinerary and winging it while we are there. We did the later in Greece and it was AMAZING - just talking to the locals and getting advise along the way on where to stay etc...
      We are not really into the resort type accommodation as we are more in search for the authentic experience of the culture and nature that Zanzibar has to offer. We would like to snorkel and explore - we are not the type to hang around the hotel..
      What would be more economical?

      Thanks in advance for any feedback

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    • Honeymoon on a budget

      Zanzibar Island Apr 28, 2013 at 3:30 AM

      We would like to honeymoon in Zanzibar for 7 days from South Africa.
      We hear the North is beautiful but expensive and its worth staying in Stone Town for a night or two. We like to snorkel and explore - we don't want to hang around the hotel all day...
      Any accommodation suggestions? What about self catering beach bungalows?
      We don't like the resort style but the all inclusive packages sound affordable.
      Would you recommend we make our own itinerary (stay in a few different places) or do an all inclusive package? Which would work out cheapest?

      We've been to Greece before where we just arrived and winged our whole holiday and it was amazing as we spoke to locals and planned our stays accordingly.

      Thanks in advance for your help

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    • GPS App

      South Africa Apr 27, 2013 at 5:49 AM

      Hey all,

      I'm traveling from Cape Town to Durban by car.
      Do you know which reliable GPS App I can get for a galaxy s1 cellephone?
      TomTom is not supported...

      Thank a lot.

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      kosovo invitation letter

      Nigeria Apr 25, 2013 at 12:38 PM

      Hi, pls i want to visit kosovo, any inform on how to get invitation to travel to kosovo

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      Tortoises

      Cairo Apr 25, 2013 at 4:24 AM

      what is tthe exact life span of asee turtle and the tortoises?how long do they take to become sexually matured ?

      and also somebody direct me to the tortoise park s

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    • yarn for crochet

      Cairo Apr 24, 2013 at 6:08 AM

      Where can I find a yarn suppliers for personal knitting and crochet?

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    • On my last day in Tunis, my flight will depart at 15.35. Is it possible to visit Dougga?

      Tunis May 16, 2013 at 9:27 AM

      I have my last day in Tunis, but my flight will depart from Tunis at 15.35, so can I have a-few-hour visit in Dougga (depart from Tunis by louage then taxt and must come back to Tunis city center around 12.30 before heading to the airport)?

      One more question, on my first day, I will arrive Tunis about noon (12.00), so is the rest of the day enough to visit all tourist attractions in Tunis such as medina, museum, etc (not including surburb like carthage or sidi bou said which I plan to go on the next day)?

      2 Answers May 16, 2013 at 11:56 AM
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      Arrival tips and hotel recommendation

      Reunion May 16, 2013 at 3:42 AM

      I'm considering going on to Reunion Island from Mauritius, for 4 nights in early June, and would appreciate your kind advice on the following:-
      1) Local currency used? Foreign currency accepted?
      2) Accommodation you would recommend - any star but safe, friendly and comfortable for a solo mature female traveler.
      3) Transfer from airport to accommodation - how do I get there?
      4) Things you would recommend I do? Moderate activity.
      5) Can I get by with a minimum of basic French and will locals speak to me in English if I ask (in French) if they can speak English ?
      6) Any local VTer I could meet?
      7) Any other advice you deem useful to a solo female traveler.

      Thank you! :-)

    • Leopard Hill, is it worth it?

      Nelspruit May 15, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      How far from kruger national park and how good is Leopard Hill experience? Thanks

      1 Answer May 15, 2013 at 12:25 PM
    • Money card

      Ghana May 14, 2013 at 2:36 PM

      What is the best way to covert dollars to cedis at a Barclay's Bank in Ghana? Do they have a foreign transaction fee? Cash advance fee?

      5 Answers May 15, 2013 at 10:26 AM
    • 4/5 days's safari in june (north ' tanzania)

      Tanzania May 14, 2013 at 3:26 AM

      WE are 2 girls thirties and looking for other people to share the cost of a safari (Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Manyara, Lake Natron :). 4/5 days starting on 08/06/2013;
      thank you for contacting us

      4 Answers May 14, 2013 at 6:01 AM
    • Stone Town first or last?

      Zanzibar Island May 13, 2013 at 11:04 PM

      We are travelling to Zanzibar for 7 days and spending our first two nights in Stone Town. My husband thinks we should rather spend our last two days in Stone Town. any recommendations/advise? Should we change our travel plans?

      thanks

      3 Answers May 14, 2013 at 4:11 AM
    • Coming into Zimbabwe and leaving from Zambia

      Victoria Falls May 13, 2013 at 9:11 AM

      What EXACTLY needs to be done to go from one country to the other in order to get back into S. Africa?
      - Where/how hard is it to get visas? Do you need visas for both countries? Can we get these ahead of time or do you get them in the airport?
      - Yellow Fever Shot: Can you get before even coming to Africa (I know it needs to be within 10 days). We will be coming from Munich straight to Victoria Falls and only staying there for 1 day. If we get the shots in Munich and have the certificates, will this be ok?
      - How long does it take to get from one side to the other and what is the best method of transportation and costs?

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      Need travel partner - free style

      Luxor May 12, 2013 at 6:42 PM

      I just need someone to go to Luxor with, as my husband doesn't want me to go alone. We went in Jan. so he imagines the hassle I may get. So I need someone that wants to do their own thing like I want to, and just meet up for major stuff and to have someone as a source of help. I have Egyptian friends there and I know I will be fine, but it will reassure my husband if I get a travel partner. I'm interested in June. I'm not talking about sharing a hotel room.

      2 Answers May 13, 2013 at 3:39 AM
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      Tuk Tuks in J'burg

      Johannesburg May 12, 2013 at 4:10 AM

      I just heard about tuk tuks being introduced in J'burg recently. Has anyone used them? Do they have meters by which we know how much to pay?
      We were planning on taking the hop on and hop off buses, but after that tour we want to get to Montecasino, would it be sensible to hire a tuk tuk to and from Montecasino?

      9 Answers May 12, 2013 at 12:08 PM
    • help with planning a trip to morocco

      Morocco May 11, 2013 at 2:10 PM

      Hey! we are a family of 7 age 17-55 travelling to Morocco October. we have 9 days, landing and departing from Casablanca and our limitation is that on the nights of day 3,4,5,6 we have to sleep in Marrakesh since one of us is attending a conference there (the rest are free to do one-day tours from day 4 and on)

      we are looking for a cool and adventurous trip with nature, history an culture.

      This is an offer we got from a travel guide -- i would love to hear recommendations and comments from people who have been to Morocco recently about this plan..

      thank you!!! / Uri

      ===================

      the plan:

      Day 1 Arrive in Casablanca airport drive straight to Rabat for brief visit of the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V and then on to Fez for dinner and overnight.
      Day 2 A full day today to visit the oldest Imperial city in Morocco with the oldest university in the world. Our day begins in the old Medina with Fez El Bali - old Fez - the
      Andalusian and the Karaouine quarter with its dyers and tanners and artisans working in the style of their forefathers.
      As the day progresses we take in the Mellah - the Jewish quarter, with its old cemetery and the Royal Palace. A fascinating day finishing back in the hotel for overnight and the possibility to eat dinner out..

      Day 3 Drive South to Marrakech via Beni Mellal. A scenic route taking us through some of the prettiest scenery of the Middle Atlas. Check in to our Marrakech hotel for dinner and overnight.
      Day 4 Morning tour of Marrakech taking in the historical sites and then afternoon free maybe to visit the Souks and the fabulous Djemma El Fna Square with its’ fortune tellers, dancers, snake charmers and water sellers. This square really is the heart of Marrakech. You will have time to wander around or just sit in one of the roof top cafes surrounding the square. Sit and enjoy this incredible picture postcard – a living theatre with the Atlas mountains as a backdrop before returning to our hotel for overnight. Or maybe take a Caleche (Horse drawn carriage) and visit the Majorelles Gardens made famous by Yves St. Laurent. Dinner can be taken outside.

      Day 5 An early start today for Essaouuira, once known as Mogador. The "Purple Islands" off the coast were used by the Romans for the dying of their togas and we explore the old Medina little changed since its Portuguese occupants left; Back to Marrakech for overnight stay. Dinner again can be taken outside.

      Day 6 Free day today or maybe a High Atlas adventure with jeeps and mules and some of the most spectacular scenery in Morocco with views over Mount Toubkal. Back to Marrakech and overnight with dinner outside.

      Day 7 and 8 Leave for the South via Ouarzazate with its Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah made famous in many Hollywood films finally ending the day in Zagora and ultimately th Sahara Desert. Overnight with dinner in tents. Breakfast early the next morning to see the sunrise over the dunes and then set off for the return to Marrakech where we take dinner and overnight.

      Day 9 Depending on the flight time leave for Casablanca airport

      15 Answers May 16, 2013 at 3:58 AM
    • How much money to carry to Mauritius for 9 day trip?

      Mauritius May 11, 2013 at 2:46 AM

      Hi,
      I'll be on my honeymoon trip to Mauritius for 9 days. I've booked Tarisa Resort hotel (in Trou aux Biches) on half board basis. I need an estimate for 9 days lunch for 2 people in a decent hotel. The honeymoon package also includes 3-day tours. Apart from those, we will be taking 1 or 2 optional paid tours (visit to an island and watersport maybe). How much money in Mauritian Rupees should I carry? Please advise.

      Thanks!
      Pankaj

      2 Answers May 16, 2013 at 8:39 AM
    • road trip from cape town to spain/london and back

      South Africa May 10, 2013 at 12:52 AM

      Hi guys

      We are a group of friends planning a road trip from cape town through africa to the UK with a kombi.

      The reason why we are using a Kombi is so that we will have enough space and we want to fit a Toyota motor in the bus.-which Toyota motor would you guys suggest and is there enough spares available in African countries?

      We don't have much time so we want to cover as much road as possible in a short amount of time.
      We have done a southern africa trip with a fiat strada and covered 10000km,s in 18 days and want to go big this time.

      Our concern is that do we need medical certificates,visas for some countries, which road would be the best to take and the safest so that we wont get stuck in mud and can we get pre-treatment for diseases such as Malaria?

      Any advice or ideas would be much appreciated.

      3 Answers May 10, 2013 at 1:51 AM
    • Cheapest place to stay in the capital

      São Tomé and Príncipe May 9, 2013 at 11:16 PM

      Hello there

      I have been interested in taking a trip to São Tomé. I've thought about it allot and due to the small amount of airlines flying from lisbon it's worth it to stay a week there I guess

      But anyway I was wondering if anyone would know some budget accommodation in the capital for under let's say 30 euros.

      If my flight lands in São Tomé on Friday and leaves the next Friday that's about 7 days in paid accomodation but if I took Tap on Friday than stp on tues that's only a few days worth

      1 Answer May 11, 2013 at 2:34 AM
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      Can I find a good tour operator after arriving in Nairobi?

      Kenya May 9, 2013 at 1:37 PM

      I am taking my 9 year old for a safari trip this July. Did quote some tour companies and they are all pretty expensive and ask significant amount of deposits.
      Can we just fly there and find a reputable company at the spot instead? I am figuring it may give me more flexibility and maybe the price could be cheaper.... Our schedule is not very tight, by the way.
      Any advise if you have done this before? Thanks!

      8 Answers May 14, 2013 at 1:14 PM
    • thalassa sousse hotel tunisia

      Sousse May 9, 2013 at 8:47 AM

      does anyone know if the planned water park for may 2013 is finished and open

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      accomodation

      Morocco May 9, 2013 at 5:46 AM

      Dear All,

      I am looking for accomodation for 13 people in Rabat and Erfoud. (6 dbls and one single)

      We are interested mostly in cheaper but clean Riads.
      Please advise if you can recommend some riads?
      (which have at least 7 rooms. )

      Thank you

      2 Answers May 11, 2013 at 3:09 PM
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      Madagascar trip info ??

      Madagascar May 9, 2013 at 12:31 AM

      hallo my virtual friends...

      could you please share information about the places to visit in Madagascar ...

      i have 3 weeks vacation from end of may . i saw a documentary last evening and i just planned it a while ago :)
      any suggestions about travel , stay is much appreciated ..

      one life live it
      Srini

      8 Answers May 15, 2013 at 6:29 AM
    • African safari and Vic falls

      Africa May 8, 2013 at 11:55 AM

      Hi all

      Depending on your responses, I would like to go to Africa next year. The focus will be:

      1. Best place and time of year to see the big five, specific the Cats,

      2. As this is likely to be a one - time thing, I would like to include Vic falls.

      3. Accommodation: I'll consider anything with it's own Shower and Toilet

      I'm thinking 10 days. Again happy for your views on this.

      Thanks in advance

      John

      4 Answers May 13, 2013 at 11:36 AM
    • Fez to Marrakesh desert tours...

      Morocco May 8, 2013 at 8:36 AM

      What should we expect to pay for a 3 or 4 day basic tour (including a camel trek and an overnight stay in the desert) from Fez to Marrakesh for 2 people? Can you share any recommended tour companies or contacts?

      14 Answers May 13, 2013 at 7:40 AM
    • best way to get to Spain from Dakar

      Senegal May 7, 2013 at 11:36 AM

      Will be in Dakar for a few months and then thinking about visiting a friend in Spain. Does it make more sense to fly directly from Dakar to Grenada? or fly to Morocco and take the ferry to Spain? trying to save as much money as I can!!

      3 Answers May 7, 2013 at 11:09 PM
    • Busses in Johannesburg

      South Africa May 7, 2013 at 4:20 AM

      Hello everybody,

      I'm looking for a safe way to get from Johannesburg park station to Tambo airport.
      Do you know any busses I can take? Are they safe for tourists?
      Are there other safe ways to get from park station to the airport?

      Thanks a lot,

      Miri.

      2 Answers May 8, 2013 at 9:07 AM
    • From Durban to Drakensberg mountains

      Durban May 7, 2013 at 2:07 AM

      Hi , may be you can help us, we are travelling next week to Durban and staying there for a couple of days and then hiring a game in Hluluwe for 3 days , on the next day we wanted to drive to the Drakensberg mountains to be able to see something different, beach - game - mountains.... do you know if we need to take the malaria pills? we only have this week and next week before the weekend so we the time is running out...

      do you know also how long would it take us to drive from Hluluwe to the Drakensberg mountains and from there back to Durban ? as our plan was to drive back to Durban on the day we have to fly back to London.

      Hope you are able to help us,

      thank you very much!

      1 Answer May 7, 2013 at 2:20 AM
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      Money needed

      South Africa May 6, 2013 at 3:39 PM

      How to calculate how much Rand needed for 20 days for food etc when on a tour

      8 Answers May 7, 2013 at 7:44 PM
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      safety

      South Africa May 6, 2013 at 3:33 PM

      Has anyone had safety trouble while on tours

      1 Answer May 6, 2013 at 4:10 PM
    • Medical

      Hurghada May 6, 2013 at 2:34 AM

      I have lived here for many years and have a villa and a flat here. I lve here about 7 months of the year. I am aged 70 and in reasonable health, but with some pre existing conditions (high blood pressure for which I am on medication and some other (small) things . I am British and do not have medical insurance because the cost would be prohibitive and the insurance company would never pay up anyway. I have had to seek medical help on a couple of occasions. Once when i cut my leg and the other time for a small infection (from sea water) in my ear
      I went to El Gouna Hospital and initially they wanted to charge me 50 Euros for a consultation only. When I showed my villa contract to them , the cost was promptly reduced to 60LE
      Can anyone advise me authoritatively about sat (God forbid), if i had a heart attack or suffered a broken leg and had to be carted off to hospital. Are the fees they charge discretionary? Would I have to sign something or produce my bank card for a swingeing payment to be made before I would be stabilised ?
      Is there an insurance scheme in this country which is fairly honest, reliable and not cost prohibitive or can one pay into a hospital scheme where accidents and emergencies are covered?

      4 Answers May 7, 2013 at 12:05 AM
    • Train or bus to Fez?

      Morocco May 4, 2013 at 6:17 AM

      Hello,
      My wife and I will be in Tarifa next week. We plan to take a ferry to Tangiers then make our way to Fez. What mode of travel would you recommend from Tangiers to Fez, train or bus? Any suggestion on economical accommodation in Fez.
      J and C

      16 Answers May 10, 2013 at 3:15 AM
    • Private Guide in Cairo for One Day

      Egypt May 4, 2013 at 4:51 AM

      Greetings! I am looking for recommendations for a private guide for one day in Cairo for a family of four. We want to do the typical things....visit the pyramids, go to the museum, see the sites around the city....any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

      10 Answers May 6, 2013 at 12:12 PM
    • photo session

      Tunisia May 3, 2013 at 4:32 PM

      i want make some photos, i wish i can find a good photographer there :(

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      Mount Sinai Safety

      Egypt May 3, 2013 at 2:58 PM

      hello, I had planned on visiting Sinai in late June. Is it safe to travel to Sinai at this time?

      1 Answer May 4, 2013 at 11:20 AM
    • Buea

      Cameroon May 3, 2013 at 8:55 AM

      Hi, I wondered whether anyone has any tips for what to see in the area around Buea and possibly Bamenda? I will be there for a couple of weeks from 11th May to the 26th. Would be hugely grateful for any suggestions. Best, Ben

      2 Answers May 4, 2013 at 9:36 PM