The second-largest of the 50 states in the USA.
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Texas, USA speed ticket as a European citizen, already left the country
I had an interesting experience in the US while speeding. I'll put the full scenario in quotes, as I'm not sure if the whole story really adds to the question.
We are unsure of what to do with the ticket. The officer didn't explain anything (he was…
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Texas gun laws - can an overseas visitor buy ammunition?
I’m a British citizen planning to visit a friend in Texas. He has firearms and the space to safely use them, and since this is something of a novelty to me I’m hoping we can do a bit of shooting while I’m there. However, I don’t want to burn up a…
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What does "Drive Friendly -- The Texas Way" mean?
Saw this sign as I entered Texas earlier this week, as well as digital display boards reminding drivers to also "Drive Friendly - The Texas Way".
What exactly is the Texas Way? Do Texans have some sort of special customary way of driving? I tried…
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Danger zones in Austin, Texas
While reading reviews about hotels in Austin, Texas, I found some reviews talking about areas struck with crime and drugs, where it is dangerous to walk the streets. I don't drive, and would like to walk the city as much as possible. How can I make…
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Transfer of driving penalty from USA to UK license - does this happen?
Okay apologies if this question has been asked but searching all night has revealed nothing at all to me!
Simply put, do speeding tickets from the USA put points on a UK driving license?
I got pulled over for doing 75 in a 65 zone in Texas and given…
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Brownsville Texas: will cabs take you over the Mexico border?
Are there cab companies in Brownsville, TX that make drop offs and pick ups of passengers across the border in Matamoros?
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Do I need rental insurance when renting a car in the USA?
We're from the UK renting a car in Texas with Enterprise, though I'm also interested in other companies. No where online can I find what coverage or liability we'd have if we didn't take out one of the four extra insurance policies.
I've tried…
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How safe is traveling from Texas to Mexico by bus?
Given recent violent, drug-war-related crime along the USA/Mexico border, what are the risks of traveling from USA to Texas by intercity bus? Have there been incidents involving international buses in the recent past? Are there cities or routes that…
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US Sales tax in stores, are they listed on pricetag or checkout?
I am travelling to Texas, will (most?) stores have the total price including sales tax listed on the price tag, or is this a 'surprise' that happens while at the checkout?
Last year in New York City, I did not pay any sales tax at all at some stores…
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How can I extend my stay in America for 6 more days?
I was wondering, if I wanted to extend my stay for an extra 6 days, how would this happen? Some info, I'm a British citizen traveling to America with an ESTA, I'm in the state of Texas, and I've stayed currently for 25 days, I was wanting to stay…
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Can I buy a Houston METRO Q Fare Card at the airport?
Is it possible to buy a METRO Q Fare card in or near the George Bush International Airport in Houston, Texas?
The METRO web site provides a list of retailers which sell these cards, but I don't know how to tell if any of these are in or near the…
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Looking for hurricane advice and sources
With the news of hurricane 'Matthew' showing up, and my holiday coming up soon I'm a little concerned. Here in Europe we don't have to deal with these types of things often so I'm a little lost on what to do.
What I need to know:
Should I be…
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New Orleans to Flagstaff (Arizona) - which route is more scenic
We'll be visiting USA in summer this year (first time). I'm in the middle of planning our trip. We'll be in New Orleans for two days and then we'll be heading to Grand Canyon. Google maps suggests those two routes:
First one goes through Dallas,…
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Do I need a temporary car insurance and how to get one?
I'm in Texas, USA and I'm traveling to a different city where I'm going to be driving a friend's car for a few days. I hold a valid drivers license but no car insurance of my own.
Am I required to have insurance? My friend has his.
If yes, which…
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Why is the water in the Waco Cable Park so green?
What makes the water in BSR Cable Park in Waco so green? The water is this color in most of their basins, I'm unsure if it's fed by natural springs or if it's all man made. Is the green water dangerous?
As far as I'm aware water this color usually…
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