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Headed to Toronto in June. We are big walkers and would love suggestions for areas that showcase the city’s diversity. We will have a car and are staying in Toronto Metropolitan University student housing. Shopping centers or malls count too if they’ve got interesting stuff
posted by genmonster around Old Toronto, ON at 9:56 AM - 13 answers

Please give me your suggestions of places to stop and spend anywhere between 2-6 hours, places to spend the night. We're looking for awesome nature, hiking with a view, picturesque areas. Cute unique towns are good too. No beaches unless there's unique nature stuff to explore. Happy to venture away from I95 and explore more inland than along the coast even if the drive takes longer. So if you have favorite places anywhere along the way, please suggest them. [more inside]
posted by dabadoo around West Whiteland Township, PA at 11:46 AM - 12 answers

We'll be in Norway for 8 days with our 7 year old. We'd love an itinerary for how many days to spend where to see as much as we can of this beautiful country. We're flying in and out of Oslo but need recommendations for where else to visit. [more inside]
posted by dabadoo around Norway at 9:41 AM - 16 answers

What are some examples of famous locations that are not technically in the places/cities we associate them with? Examples below the fold. [more inside]
posted by Meldanthral at 1:30 PM - 50 answers

I'm in Bangkok traveling and have noticed a wheel on my trusty 15 y/o North Face 35l roller is damaged. I don't have a Thai phone number so can't buy replacement wheels on Lazada, I can buy these ones on US Amazon and get them shipped from China, or maybe I can fill the gap with a strong glue - is that worth a shot?
posted by my log does not judge at 10:42 PM - 3 answers

Hi pals, my family and I (6 adults) would like to go see the Northern Lights (or have a good shot at it) tomorrow evening somewhere 1-2 hours in pretty much any direction from Portland, Oregon. We would need it to be accessible by car, as a couple folks in our party aren't able to hike. Where would you go for this, PNW explorers? Thank you!
posted by fairlynearlyready at 10:09 PM - 10 answers

Over an extended Memorial Day vacation, we're cruising up the eastern seaboard through Canada. The cruise "excursions" are yawn-worthy or cheesy, so we're rolling our own. Help us figure out the best places to BE for our particular combination of dates and stops. Snowflakey details inside. [more inside]
posted by cross_impact around Mcadam, NB at 7:13 PM - 6 answers

I used to travel very frequently, but then I changed careers and there was that whole pandemic thing, so I'm going on a proper trip for the first time since 2020, and I want to make the experience as non-awful as possible. My beloved Sennheiser noise-canceling headset has seen better days, plus my devices now don't have headphone receptacles. I'm seeking suggestions for what's good for travel noise canceling in the modern era. Snowflakes within. [more inside]
posted by LadyOscar at 7:10 PM - 21 answers

How hard is it to get around East Sussex (Lewes/Alfriston area) without a car? [more inside]
posted by Awkward Philip around East Sussex, England at 1:57 PM - 3 answers

I've booked two weeks in July in Panama. We will be travelling with our 5 yr old and an 18 month old. Flying into Panama City. Looking for your ideas, tips, tricks, and general thoughts. [more inside]
posted by sid around Panama at 7:46 AM - 2 answers

Hi all - I figured I'd get better feedback here than spending hours on Google (you all know your stuff :)). A friend and I want to do a road trip and see some cool sights this July. He's in Seattle and I'm in Raleigh and we're thinking about going north. We've been to Calgary which was beautiful but looking to try something different. We don't mind a manageable road trip but we'd like to see some towns/cities that have cool bars, restaurants, decent crowd, etc. We also want to hike and do some outdoor stuff. We'll consider it all - from Alaska to Quebec City :) Are there are trips or routes that you'd recommend we look at?
posted by matt755811 at 6:03 AM - 11 answers

I'm traveling to Mexico next week and instead of buying the (expensive) international data pass through my American cell provider, thought I'd see about getting a Mexican plan with an eSIM, but it's horribly confusing (which maybe speak more to the general poor state of web search.) Looking for recommendations. Thanks!
posted by rhymedirective around Mexico at 1:09 PM - 12 answers

Our 20th anniversary is coming up and we're looking for trip ideas (not gifts). I'm not saying what we like, because we've already done the stuff we like--we're interested in how other people would choose to celebrate and what they'd do. So let us steal your dream idea! [more inside]
posted by limagringo at 5:35 AM - 28 answers

I'm looking for recommendations for shore excursions in Walvis Bay, Namibia. We are 3 adults on a cruise ship and this is our first time in Walvis Bay. Do you have any recommendations for activities or places to eat? Thanks!
posted by my_metafilter_account around Walvis Bay, Namibia at 9:32 PM - 2 answers

My wife and I are traveling to these locations * London, * Prague * Vienna over 8 days the first week of July this year (2024) and are looking for ideas on what to see and do when we are there. A couple days in each location. Relatively flexible. [more inside]
posted by GernBlandston at 7:17 AM - 16 answers

I am a frequent traveller and have been for many decades. I've recently become conscious of becoming much more nervous when I fly. I date this to the time of when we started travelling again post the global shutdown. How can I become a confident traveller again? I find travelling less rewarding and enjoyable now because it has started throwing up so many things to worry about. [more inside]
posted by unicorn chaser at 12:42 PM - 14 answers

I think I'd love my commute better if I could bike in most days, but I'm nervous about finding the right bike that fits me. Researching this has been a bit overwhelming as a beginner, and I'm not sure how to get the right fit for me. [more inside]
posted by Carillon at 11:45 AM - 9 answers

I booked a flight on Southwest. I cancelled the flight on Southwest. I edited by inbox a bit carelessly. I now cannot find either the booking or cancellation emails from Southwest. This means I don't have the magic code that references my cancelled reservation which would get my funds freed up for me to use on a new flight. Am I completely out of luck? Did I throw away money with my mouse? I think I know the answer.. but I'm asking out of an abundance of hope.
posted by hippybear at 1:28 PM - 30 answers

My sister and I live on opposite ends of the country and want to meet halfway for a sisters weekend. We have very fond memories of Colorado from a long ago family vacation, and have booked our flights to Denver ... only to realize neither of us knows squat about the area. Also, due to schedule wackiness, we're going over the 4th of July weekend. Whoof! [more inside]
posted by DingoMutt around Colorado at 8:49 PM - 6 answers

I want to go to Phoenix in the summer. I’m looking for a website that lets me compare flight information if am flexible on when exactly this happens. [more inside]
posted by ficbot around Phoenix, AZ at 5:39 PM - 7 answers