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March 18

Where should we stay in Paris?

I'll be in Paris with my sister from June 13-16 and we're trying to figure out where we should stay. I think we prefer to stay in a hotel, as these seem to be cheaper and more convenient than AirBnbs. I'd like to be near lots of vintage and thrift stores, but also boutiques that sell unique or artisan clothing and accessories. What neighborhoods would be best for this type of shopping? We'll be doing some cultural things and just hanging out in cafes, too, so bonus points for that kind of thing nearby.
posted by stinker at 11:47 AM - 4 answers

Driving in New Mexico

We'll be in New Mexico later this week for a packed few days of seeing stuff. Are any of the roads we'll be on twisty turny side of mountain with a sheer drop off type roads? Route in the more inside. [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah around New Mexico at 10:56 AM - 5 answers

How to send a package without the recipient learning my address

Apologies for the vagueness, but here goes. I need to send a package, I need to be sure that it arrives, and I need to do it in a way that does NOT allow the person on the other end to find out where I live--not from a return address or anything. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:54 AM - 17 answers

March 17

Travelling while trans - UK US edition

We're planning a family holiday later in the year - flying into JFK and out from DC. My son is trans and he is very worried about airport security. Is he likely to have problems and what sort of issues could there be? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 11:40 PM - 6 answers

March 16

Staying organized as a traveling group, 2024 edition

Five whole years ago I asked this question, and there wasn't a good answer. Is there one now? I'll shortly be traveling, and I'd love an app or system to help me keep track of all the details + inform others in the group of what we're doing each day. [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 3:35 PM - 9 answers

Where should we stay between London and Cornwall?

I need help planning for three full days and nights to spend “somewhere” between London and Penzance, Cornwall. See below for specifics. [more inside]
posted by gryphonlover at 12:24 PM - 7 answers

March 15

What's good on daytime TV these days?

I'm taking looooong flights in the US this weekend with an Airline that provides access to Live TV. I haven't had Live TV in 10 years. I'll be traveling during the daytime hours on both Saturday and Sunday - let's say 9am-10pm ET. Any good talk shows these days? A new Judge Judy? Soaps not to miss? I realize the weekends are different - are there still Saturday morning cartoons? [more inside]
posted by Toddles at 6:29 PM - 5 answers

March 13

Paris Geography and Housing

I need to find housing in late June to mid-July for Paris. Recommendations that will not break the bank. Details are below the fold. [more inside]
posted by jadepearl around Paris, France at 7:32 PM - 5 answers

Transportation in Puerto Rico

We're traveling to Puerto Rico for the first time next week. How should we get around? I'd rather not rent a car, but will do that if it's absolutely the best option. [more inside]
posted by Tehhund around Puerto Rico at 11:59 AM - 3 answers

Fun things to do around SE OK, SW AR, NE TX, NW LA?

Boyfriend and I will be observing the total solar eclipse in Broken Bow, Oklahoma on April 8th and then driving around for about a week before I need to catch a train in Texarkana. I'm figuring a 500 mile radius or so from either of those places is a good place for our wandering - so that's east Texas, southwest Arkansas, northwest Louisiana. What places in that area do you love? Where should we steer clear of? [more inside]
posted by queensissy at 11:56 AM - 13 answers

March 12

Yucatan in August?

I'm looking into taking two teenagers to Mexico for about a week at the end of August. The place that seems to check the most boxes--direct flight from PDX, beaches/outdoor fun, ruins, a decent-sized city to explore--seems to be the Yucatan. But the weather... [more inside]
posted by gottabefunky around Mexico at 12:29 PM - 7 answers

Ideas for Pasadena

We're going to Pasadena for a long weekend, staying in the hotel where my partner's conference is held. The kid and I will mostly be on our own. Where should we eat, and what kind of activities will be low-key and fun? We'll have a car. [more inside]
posted by Lawn Beaver around Pasadena, CA at 9:42 AM - 27 answers

Union Station (DC) overnight?

I'm traveling by train from VT to SC and have a 12-hour layover in DC. Can I sleep in the station like I might at an airport? Their website indicates the building is closed, so I assume there's no food available. When I called the number listed, it was no longer in service.
posted by MtDewd around Bogota Capital District - Municipality, Colombia at 6:56 AM - 8 answers

March 11

Where to spend ~2h in Boston Logan Airport?

I’m travelling soon and will be arriving at Boston Logan Airport (terminal B) in the afternoon and will have about two hours before meeting a friend there (also arriving in terminal B). Where can I just hang out and chill with my laptop? Should I leave the terminal for another one? I also don’t want to leave the airport to go into the city as I have transportation lined up once my friend arrives. [more inside]
posted by juliebug around Boston, MA at 11:06 PM - 8 answers

Where to stay in Florence?

My wife and I are looking to visit Florence in early June. Can you recommend any good hotels? I'm looking for something upmarket and central in an old building (although I suspect that's basically all the buildings in central Florence). [more inside]
posted by crocomancer around Florence, Italy at 2:39 PM - 4 answers

South African Safari Newbie resources

Hello fellow travelers! I impulsively bid on a week-long South African safari and won! Now the planning stress begins . . . [more inside]
posted by citygirl at 7:42 AM - 6 answers

March 9

Help a compression sock/stocking noob

I don't know anything about non-medically-required compression garments, but I will shortly be taking five plane rides, two of them extremely long. Should I wear compression socks? [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 4:04 PM - 15 answers

March 8

Travel insurance for chateau rental for 1 week?

A US-citizen friend is going to rent a chateau in France for 1 week for 8 people for a Big Life Event this fall (not a big party, no activities beyond people staying there). Rental is a nonrefundable $10k, and a $3k damage deposit on top of that. She wants to know if there are insurance/travel insurance products that can protect this amount.... [more inside]
posted by lalochezia around France at 8:13 AM - 4 answers

Must see TV, except for fine art

In your opinion, what are the things most worth seeing at the musee d'orsay and the Louvre? What made an impression on you? What took your breath away? When I say 'worth seeing' I don't mean 'see it so I can say I saw it, did you know the Mona Lisa is there???' I'm looking for 'this took my breath away'. I am a woman who needs A Plan. Can you help me make one? Thinly disguised neurosis within. [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama around Paris, France at 5:33 AM - 45 answers

March 7

International Travel, burnt out edition

I find myself committed to an international trip despite the current state of my average daily supply of spoons. However, shouganai. Please hope me with the specifics elucidated below. [more inside]
posted by interbeing at 6:01 AM - 22 answers

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