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florflights
5h ago
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Unable to complete web check-in for an IndiGo international flight
I have a flight from Mumbai to Bali tomorrow at 5:15 AM and I am trying to do web check-in for my IndiGo international booking. However, the system is not allowing me to proceed and is showing an error or restriction message. I have never experienced this issue on previous...
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BookingIssues
IndiGo
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pastasophie
5d ago
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No cabin baggage allowance shown on booking, how does baggage work
I am seeing some confusion regarding baggage allowance on a flight booking. The listing shows no cabin baggage allowance, even though VietJet usually indicates a mandatory 7 kg cabin bag. In some steps of the booking process, it shows cabin baggage as 0 kg and then charges extra...
Baggage
TravelDiscussions
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ronroutes
8d ago
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United canceled our return tickets during an international trip without notifying us
My spouse and I recently experienced a situation with United that completely undermined our confidence in the airline. We booked a round-trip journey to Tokyo directly through United, paid with a United credit card, received confirmation emails, and even purchased upgraded seats...
TravelNightmares
United Airlines
Cancelled Flights
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hopskipkevin
13d ago
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Travel agency says not to worry about visas or tickets is this normal
I am not new to international travel, but this is my first time booking an international trip to Bali through a travel agency. The agency keeps telling me not to worry about the details because they will handle everything, including visas. At this point, I do not know the name...
Flight Search And Booking
Bali
InternationalTravel
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justineglobe
14d ago
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Thailand launches digital arrival card app for international visitors
Thailand's Immigration Bureau has introduced the Thailand Immigration Management System (THIM), a new digital platform that allows international travelers to submit arrival information electronically before entering the country. The mobile application includes AI-powered...
Border Crossings
News
Thailand
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elleninmotion
20d ago
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Travel tip: Always pay in local currency instead of your home currency when abroad
I apologize if this has been mentioned before, but after returning from Norway I wanted to share a reminder that can help travelers avoid unnecessary charges. When paying abroad and a card terminal asks whether you want to pay in your home currency, such as USD, or in the local...
TravelTips
Europe Travel
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solanasky
22d ago
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Qatar Airways baggage allowance and advice for first international long-haul flight
Hi everyone, I just booked my first international flight to Seoul with Qatar Airways and I’m a bit anxious since I’ve never flown on a long-haul trip before. My ticket includes a checked baggage allowance of 2 bags up to 23 kg each plus a 7 kg cabin allowance. However, because...
FlightHelp
Baggage
Qatar Airways
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pilotjojo
26d ago
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Do I need a transit visa for Schengen layovers on DEL → MUC → FRA → RDU itinerary?
I am planning a trip from Delhi to Raleigh, NC on Lufthansa with two stops in Germany: DEL → MUC (LH763) MUC → FRA (LH127) FRA → RDU (LH408) I hold a valid US F1 visa. Do I need a Schengen airport transit visa for these layovers in Munich and Frankfurt, or does my US visa exempt...
Transit
Questions
Visas And Passports
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hoppermax
26d ago
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Is this connection realistically possible, even if everything runs on time?
I noticed that the boarding gate for an international flight usually closes around 20 minutes before departure. If that timing is accurate, it would leave only about 17 minutes to make the connection. I am genuinely curious whether a connection like this is realistically...
Layovers
Advice
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jetsetjen
27d ago
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Is Alaska ready for international service?
I know Alaska is now using Hawaiian flight attendants for most international routes, but I feel like the product is becoming inconsistent compared to what I expected. On recent long-haul flights I noticed a few things: No proactive roaming service or additional drink runs on 8+...
Alaska Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
InternationalTravel
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hannahjet
27d ago
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Thailand ends 60-day visa-free stay
bangkokpost.com
Thailand has updated its visa-free entry rules and is ending the 60-day visa exemption policy that was previously available to many nationalities. Under the revised framework, most countries will now return to shorter visa-free stays (generally 30 days), along with different...
Digital Nomads
travelupdate
Visas And Passports
Thailand
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macego
28d ago
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2 hour self transfer in Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
We are flying from the Netherlands to Bali soon and booked both flights with Turkish Airlines because we found a really good deal. The only concern is that we have a 2 hour self-transfer in Istanbul, which feels pretty tight. Since it is a self-transfer, we understand that...
IST-İstanbul
Turkish Airlines
InternationalTravel
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lucyluggage
28d ago
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Do I need a transit visa for this layover and terminal change?
Hey all, Sorry if this is a basic question, but I am fairly new to international travel and I am planning a trip to Thailand in October. I found this itinerary because it was the most cost-effective option, but I am a bit confused about the transit process. I wanted to know if I...
Transit
Air India
Thailand
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caliisaac
29d ago
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Confused about car seat rules for a toddler in Delta bulkhead seats
I’m flying internationally next week with my husband and our 1.5-year-old for a wedding. Since our first flight is around 10 hours, I decided to bring a car seat because I’m hoping my daughter will sleep more comfortably, similar to how she does during car rides. I intentionally...
Delta Air Lines
Seating
Family Travel
InternationalTravel
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ninaonboard
1month ago
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Does my recent Thailand travel history look suspicious for immigration?
Hi everyone, I am looking for some honest feedback because I am getting a bit anxious before my upcoming trip to Thailand. My travel history is as follows: First visit: Dec 2025 Second visit: Jan 26, 2026 to Apr 25, 2026 Next planned entry: May 11, 2026 So this upcoming trip...
Anxiety
Visas And Passports
Thailand
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seatnextjen
1month ago
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Is there an AI/website that takes in considerations all your needs and doesn’t miss a flight?
Best AI or website that works with all your needs and doesn’t miss a flight? In this age there should be an AI or website that can meet all your requirements and give you the best flights right? Some requirements that would be dope if it could handle all of them perfectly...
CheapFlights
InternationalTravel
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hellohanoi
1month ago
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Concern about passport observation note after renewal due to name mismatch and dual nationality
I recently renewed my British passport after some delays, and it was eventually approved and issued. However, I noticed an observation note printed in the passport that I have never had before. The note references my second nationality (Palestinian) and also appears to be...
TravelConcerns
Visas And Passports
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natbag
1month ago
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How early should you arrive for a Starlux flight from Ontario Airport?
Has anyone taken a Starlux flight from Ontario Airport to Taipei? I’m trying to figure out the ideal arrival time before departure. Since ONT is generally less busy than LAX, I’m wondering if arriving 3 hours before an 11 PM flight might be excessive, or if that timing still...
AirportTips
InternationalTravel
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beckahboards
1month ago
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Booked extra seat in Main Cabin, how do I make sure it isn’t reassigned?
I recently booked a row of three Main Cabin seats on a Delta flight from LAX to Sydney for my wife and me, mainly to have extra space for such a long-haul journey. In the Delta app, one of the seats is showing as an “extra seat,” which is what I expected. However, I have a...
Delta Air Lines
InternationalTravel
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hueonthefly
1month ago
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Surprisingly fast expedited online passport renewal
I recently renewed my US passport online and was honestly surprised by how fast the process was. I submitted my application last Friday evening and got the confirmation email at around 8:01 pm. To my surprise, the renewed passport was delivered today. That is roughly three...
Visas And Passports
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hikeravi
1month ago
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Can I travel alone at 16 with a Swedish passport to visit my sister?
I was born in 2009, so I am currently 16 and will turn 17 this year. My mother brought me and my younger siblings from Sweden to Djibouti in December to visit family, but we have ended up staying much longer than planned. Now I want to visit my older sister, who is 19 and lives...
Sweden
Visas And Passports
InternationalTravel
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liljetset
1month ago
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You want to do the Spanish Digital Nomad visa? Don’t.
I’ll preface this by saying I genuinely love Spain and I do recommend it as a place to live. But if you are on the fence about whether the Digital Nomad Visa is worth pursuing, let me save you some pain. I’ve done visas for probably 10 countries at this point. I have permanent...
Digital Nomads
Visas And Passports
Spain
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hannahjet
1month ago
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Missing one given name on boarding pass compared to passport
My passport shows my given name as “Tuan Kiet” and my last name as “Nguyen.” However, on my boarding pass I accidentally entered only “Kiet” as my first name, while my last name is correct. “Tuan” is technically my middle name, which is why I overlooked it. I have asked...
TravelBooking
Starlux Airlines
InternationalTravel
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wanderjo
1month ago
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Passport challenges despite visa and full documentation
Update: Two days after the Laos situation, I arrived in Phu Quoc where immigration only asked for my boarding pass. It was a much smoother experience and I am grateful to be here. Earlier, I obtained a visa from the Laos embassy which was placed in my Zimbabwe passport. I also...
Solo Travel
Visas And Passports
SoutheastTravel
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noahroams
1month ago
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transit through PVG with Cathay Pacific requires immigration and baggage recheck, is this normal?
Just a PSA based on my experience: I was flying HKG → PVG → DFW with Cathay Pacific and assumed my checked bags would be transferred through on the same ticket. However, I was told at check-in that this is not possible in Shanghai. Multiple agents confirmed the same internal...
Transit
Cathay Pacific
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