Interesting article and something for people visiting Cuba to consider.

https://www.salon.com/2020/02/16/as-airbnb-grows-in-cuba-locals-suffer-the-emotional-burden-of-entitled-tourists/

Hi all,

I've tried to search whether this has been asked before, but I couldn't find any previous topics on what I want to know, so I'm gonna post it anyway and my apologies if I'm breaking any rules!

So, I've been thinking on going to Canada, either later this year (september) or in the spring of next year. What I want to do really bad is make a trip from Vancouver to White Horse in the Yukon territory. Time-wise I can schedule 3 to 4 weeks for this trip, so I can make frequent stops and do things at a relaxed pace. I don't have an exact route yet, but visiting Vancouver Island for example is definitely one of the options. I kind of just want to go and see where I end up. I'll be renting a car.

However, I'm a female, I'd be travelling alone, and what I love more than anything is hiking. I'm having some doubts on safety around this. I'm a moderately experienced hiker in the sense that I've been to Greece, Croatia, Scotland and Canada (twice, once in summer and once in winter) and have done frequent mountain hiking there. The hikes I did back then (about 2 - 4 years ago) were usually of 6 - 7 hour duration with lots of climbing. I've experienced wildlife, crazy weather and backcountry camping. In the basis I know what to prepare for, with regard to gear and clothing. I was always together with someone else, though.

I believe women can travel alone in Canada quite safely, as long as you use your common sense etc. But, truth be told, I'm wondering whether going hiking alone in Canada is maybe not such a good idea. I have no issues with teaming up with other travellers to go on hikes, but I want to take into consideration that perhaps I won't always find people that want to do the same route as I do.

I can think of some overall precautions I could take, such as a GPS tracker, letting people know where I am, etc.

Anyway, is there someone that has done such a trip before? Would you share some of your experiences with me?

I have a question. While I understand that things can change rapidly (for example a month ago, Singapore was still considered safe but now there's a strong travel advisory against going to Singapore by many countries), what do you think are some of the safest and least safe places or provinces to travel in regards to the coronavirus? (this may or may not necessarily include the places I'm mentioning below).

I've heard some advising that Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket could be the main danger spots if the issue is not handled properly. In any case, I'm looking at the following options for my next travel vacations:
Ayutthaya
Pattaya
Rayong,
Kanchanaburi
Suan Phueng
Amphawa
Chumphon
Trang
Satun
Nakhon si Thammarat

Do you think any of these areas would be high-risk areas? Personally I'm not paranoid but my family is so rather than risk them worrying, I would like to choose some of the lowest-risk areas.

Hello,

We are visiting the Azores for 11 days in May. We have decided to divide our time between three islands: Sao Miguel (5 days), Pico (3-4 days) and another island which will be either Faial or Sao Jorge for 2-3 days. We are into hiking, nature, and a bit of surfing, but also would be interested to visit an island which may have some different characteristics than Sao Miguel. Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks.

For years now I have been considering a tour of Mayan ruins. A multiple month tour of Mexico Belize and Guatemala.
I have pedaled an old bike around Peten Guatemala a couple of times. And left it behind when it was time to go home.
Never cycled the Yucatan peninsula. I visited Belize once a long time ago. Not by bike though.

I will endeavour to find a seat or maybe even a saddle comfortable enough for the ride.

Things I need to worry about.
Tire width.

Up to date maps of ruins from thousands of years ago.

I have a 26 and a 29 inch bicycle. The 29er can take a wider tire.
The 26er has more parts available in out of the way places.

Iconic Australian car brand Holden is being completely shut down by General Motors. It also pulling out of right hand drive market globally.

Picture - Late 60's Holden Monaro

Hello everyone,

We're a family of 5 (all grown-ups except a 12 year old child), going to be visiting Banff, jasper and Lake Louise in the first week of June.
I would greatly appreciate if I could get some help regarding the best activities and things to do in these places that one must not miss. Just to provide some details, we have 2 nights in Banff, 2 nights in Jasper and 1 night in Lake Louise. We are also planning to do a hike in Columbia Icefields which would come on the way from Banff to jasper.

Additionally, we will also be going to Vancouver for 5 nights - out of which we have allotted one day for a trip to Whistler village - which will be done through the Sea to Sky Gondola experience.

Any recommendations or information regarding these places would be amazing. I'm doing my own research as well but it always helps to get ideas etc from people that have actually visited the places and I really wouldn't want to miss out on any must do activities there.

we are flying to Kathmandu to Qatar Airways and want to spend a few nights in Qatar on the way back.

There are tours that say Arabian/Bedouin Camp sleep over
- the ones I find more info on, has rope lighting in some of the photos

Has anyone been on one of these?
Did you enjoy it?
If so what tour agency/guide did you use?

thank you
Julie in SoCal

Hello, I’m planning to travel to Abkhazia in May of 2020. Does anybody know a driver or tour guide that I can work with a 4 day trip. You can reply or message me. Thanks!

Hello, is it possible to apply for AU Visit Visa (600) before the previous one expires? I mean suppose somebody wants to apply again on July 1, whereas his visa will expire on 29th July, can he do that? I am a Bangladeshi Citizen, currently I have one year multiple (600).