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marinmaps
16d ago
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Safest route for cross country drive from east coast to san francisco
I am planning a move from the east coast to San Francisco this summer and will be driving alone with my dog. I am choosing between three main cross-country routes: i80, i40, and i10. Since safety is my main concern, I am trying to understand which of these highways is generally...
Roadtrippers
Travel Safety
USAtravel
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louflyer
29d ago
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Rental car company canceled prepaid van, what are your options?
Had a 15-passenger van booked with Avis for a one-way trip (Georgia → Miami) for a cruise with a group of 9. The booking was prepaid and made months in advance. Three days before the trip, Avis called to say the vehicle isn’t available. They suggested either: a full refund, or...
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PublicTransport
Avis
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miniplane
16d ago
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Do You Carry Your Passport and Cash or Leave Them in the Hotel?
I am trying to decide the safest way to handle valuables like my passport and extra cash while traveling. In the past, I had money taken from a hotel safe, so since then I have preferred to carry everything with me. However, I am now planning a trip where I will be spending time...
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FemaleTraveler
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fionatravel
25d ago
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How safe is to visit to Rome and Florence as a solo female traveller?
Planning to visit Rome and Florence in May as a solo female traveller. I would like to understand if there are any safety concerns for my case.
FemaleTraveler
Travel Safety
Solo Travel
Italy
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noahroams
3d ago
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Best anti-theft ways to carry a phone while traveling?
My phone was just snatched out of its case while I was wearing it on a neck strap in Paris. I am now looking for a much more secure way to carry it in the future. My main issue is that most of my clothes do not have usable pockets. I am considering options like crossbody bags or...
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bennypacker
12d ago
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Japan travel earthquake megathread for northeastern japan event
A moderation update states that a magnitude 7.5 earthquake has struck off the coast of northeastern Japan on April 20, 2026. For people currently in Japan, several official resources are shared for safety and transportation updates, including earthquake information, Shinkansen...
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TravelAlert
Japan
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breebag
1d ago
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Reports of possible onboard death investigation on Carnival Firenze cruise
I’m currently on a 4-night Carnival Firenze sailing out of Long Beach, and there has been some discussion in our onboard Facebook group about an incident that occurred during the cruise. According to unverified reports being shared among passengers, there may have been a serious...
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vistaeric
3d ago
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Always carry printed copies of flight and hotel bookings, helped resolve airline schedule change issue
Hello, I want to share a simple travel practice that has repeatedly helped me avoid complications: always carry printed hard copies of your confirmed flight and accommodation bookings. In an increasingly digital travel environment, most people rely entirely on airline apps,...
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TravelProblems
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boardingizzy
3d ago
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Best anti-theft ways to carry a phone?
My phone was just snatched right out of its case while it was on a neck strap in Paris. I need a more secure solution. I’m considering crossbody bags or fanny packs but worried about cutting or opening. I want something where I can actually feel the phone against my body.
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danieltakesoff
3d ago
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Things I had to adapt to in Vietnam, especially as a woman
I want to talk about a side of living in Vietnam that I don’t see mentioned very often, especially when it comes to the smaller daily-life adjustments that can affect women more directly. I realized I had to be careful with fake products online, especially from Lazada and...
FemaleTraveler
Travel Safety
Solo Travel
Vietnam
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liftoffleo
3d ago
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Am I wrong for not meeting my friend at the airport after arrival?
The situation is that I arrive in a city near the downtown area around 4pm, close to where we will pick up a car the next morning at 9am. My friend arrives much later, around 1am, at an airport that is about an hour away from downtown. He wants me to come to the airport to meet...
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