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I'm looking into a prepaid phone+data SIM plan for my Uncle who is visiting Canada. This is the first I've heard of eSIM apps on Android and iPhone. Are eSIMs worth using? Moreover, are they a dealbreaker if my elderly uncle might need to make calls back home internationally, in case of a rare personal exigency? [more inside]
posted by polymodus at 4:54 PM - 6 answers

Any tips or advice about a vacation to Japan? [more inside]
posted by andoatnp around Japan at 4:17 PM - 32 answers

I have a 2019 Ford Ecosport and suddenly out of nowhere, the driver-side passenger door will not open. It will unlatch, and I can force it open an inch or so, but it's behaving like the car was in an accident, and it was not. The other doors are all fine. Window rolls up and down fine. This happened after it was sitting in a public parking lot for 2 hours. Careful visual inspection shows nothing awry. I suppose I could get in the back seat and apply a ton of force by pushing with my legs but I'm leery of breaking it (more). Any ideas or sharing of experiences with this issue much appreciated!
posted by Stupidsexyflanders_take2 at 3:01 PM - 5 answers

I'm looking to travel to the Netherlands and Belgium in (late) August. Am I going to have any issues with most of the country being on holiday at that time? I don't know when the main summer holiday period is in those countries (though I've heard it's July for Belgium at least).
posted by Mechitar at 1:34 PM - 3 answers

Toronto peeps, please settle this UP Express / Dundas West argument... [more inside]
posted by dobbs around Toronto, ON at 3:13 PM - 4 answers

~Asking for a Friend~ My friend is taking his GF to Milan to propose next week and is nervous because hasn't yet found the right public place to do so. Any Milanophiles in here? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by wowenthusiast around Milan, Italy at 5:23 PM - 12 answers

If you had less than two months to plan a two-week roadtrip departing from Portland, what would you do? Help two bad planners make a plan! [more inside]
posted by adastra at 3:55 PM - 3 answers

I am wondering how fantastical my international travel dreams are now that I have a kid and am middle aged. [more inside]
posted by Sophiaverde at 7:55 PM - 29 answers

My husband and I are thinking of renting a place in Northern Spain for a month next summer -- and we love trains! We'd love to be in a charming, walkable village, ideally close to the sea, which also has a transit train stop so that we can get to Barcelona/farther-flung locations fairly easily without having to drive ourselves/use the bus system. Which towns do you recommend?
posted by egeanin around Portugal at 2:24 PM - 6 answers

I'm heading to Last Vegas this month for work and want to eat healthy. I'm limited to $15 for lunch and $30 for dinner, including tip. No alcohol. Any tips? [more inside]
posted by Toddles around Las Vegas, NV at 9:24 PM - 6 answers

What's fun to do and where's fun to stay in Reno? We are a middle aged mom and young adult child; queers, nerds, enjoy history, fun facts, stuff that we won't see at home.
posted by latkes around Reno, NV at 8:38 PM - 4 answers

Oregon now has a few different designated dark sky parks for stargazing. This summer I would like to plan a trip to camp out under the stars. [more inside]
posted by forkisbetter around Oregon at 9:24 AM - 1 answers

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