Questions about effects that might occur because of a local event
Questions tagged [event-based-effects]
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The UK has voted to leave the EU. How does Brexit affect people traveling to the UK and vice-versa?
On 23rd of June, 2016, the UK voted in a referendum to leave the EU. This leads to the following questions:
Are UK citizens traveling to the EU affected?
Are EU citizens traveling to the UK affected?
Are UK/EU family members traveling both way…
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With the passing of Thai King Bhumibol, are there any customs/etiquette as a traveler I should be aware of?
Even with the news that the King of Thailand passed away, I had already scheduled a trip a year ago to visit Thailand in a week or so. I understand that most of the country is in mourning -- should I be aware of any customs/etiquette as a traveler…
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Is it dangerous to go to the USA as a Russian now?
I am a Russian student and I have been dreaming about visiting California and living in LA for a while, and I decided to take this trip on my summer break. I have already accumulated enough money for a ticket and contacted various employers,…
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Can a passenger predict that an airline or a tour operator is about to go bankrupt?
Headlines indicate the Airline Thomas Cook has failed leaving passengers stranded abroad.
Were there any indicators that signaled the imminent demise?
What (if any indicators) should passengers look for to avoid the next Thomas Cook?
The goal…
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Hard Brexit and travel for UK citizens into Schengen countries in 2019
I am a British citizen and US permanent resident. I rarely need visas. However, I am considering a Mediterranean cruise in the spring or summer of 2019.
Unlike British politicians, I like to plan ahead and be prepared. If I am going to need a…
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Are dual nationals (non-US citizens) also affected by President Trump's ban on Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Yemen?
I am travelling to Australia from Canada in May and I have to take connecting flights to get back to Canada. I stop in Auckland and San Fransisco.
I am a Canadian citizen born in Canada however because my parents were born in Iran, I also have…
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Dec 30, 2016: India demonetized all Rs 500 & 1000 notes. What do I do with my leftover cash?
On November 08, 2016, India declared that all old 500 and 1000 rupee notes are no longer legal tender, and have to be deposited or exchanged before December 30, 2016.
I have some leftover rupees and am not planning to return to India before the…
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Coronavirus affected co-passenger; what to do?
I am flying this week from Munich to London, and Bavaria just got the first contaminated person, who now has the Coronavirus 2019-nCoV after interacting with Chinese colleague. Two cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK, and…
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Covid-19 virus day by day chart?
Do you know any website(s) where I could check how many COVID-19 cases Italy had 10 days ago?
Let me explain: We are travelling to the Dominican Republic at the end of this month with transfer in Germany (Frankfurt). At the start of this week, my…
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Is it safe for a foreigner to travel to Russia these days?
In the light of all the recent happenings, and especially the Brittney Griner detention, is it safe for a foreigner from a western European country to visit Russia as a traveler? The question is specifically about possible problems with the…
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What happens to plane tickets in case of airline bankruptcy?
I am sometimes eyeing tickets that are a far bit in advance and in some cases I know the airline that is selling the ticket / operating the flights is in economic trouble.
If I have a ticket for future travel with an airline that has gone bankrupt,…
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How did security checks at airports change after September 11th, 2001?
I’m quite young – young enough that I have never flown before the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York.
I have doubts about the movie United 93: Was it possible to enter an airplane with a knife and/or a (fake) bomb? Was the…
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Is it safe to travel to Miami Beach shortly after hurricane Irma?
Two months ago my girl and I booked our vacation. We are from Berlin, Germany and wanted to see the U.S.
Our first stop is Miami Beach at the 15th and we want to stay there for 3 days and continue to NYC. Later on we will go to Vegas and come back…
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What will happen to Qatar flights from Doha if there is an airspace closure?
A diplomatic argument between Qatar and its neighbors is currently threatening Qatar Airways operations:
Several countries have cut ties with Qatar, accusing it of supporting terrorism in the Gulf region.
Neighbours including Saudi Arabia and the…
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When should I book my hotel if prices are inflated due to a major event?
My problem: I recently booked a business trip about three months out, noticing slightly too late that there's a huge event (Formula 1 race) happening in town the previous weekend and all the remotely convenient and/or comfortable hotels are asking…
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