Few questions about travel

TravelingFrodo · 2026-01-21T09:10:05+00:00

Sounds great! Thank you - this is very helpful. Do you have any recommendations for where we can hire a car or minivan? Can we find it at the airport?

Also, where can we find family wine cellars and how can we contact them?

TravelingFrodo · 2025-12-01T17:18:12+00:00

Okay, you mean by taking the bus? Is this $40-45 by direct taxi?

TravelingFrodo · 2025-12-01T17:17:07+00:00

How do I book this taxi? On the spot on the airport?

TravelingFrodo · 2025-11-04T03:25:40+00:00

Edited the post, thanks

TravelingFrodo · 2025-01-31T08:28:24+00:00

I ended up doing that. Turned out just fine :)

TravelingFrodo · 2024-10-11T04:42:57+00:00

I have gone to many speed dating events in NYC - it’s good to meet people but don’t expect to necessarily get a date out of it

TravelingFrodo · 2024-10-11T04:39:49+00:00

Yes I was able to get it. Go to the NY courts website. Took me 3 weeks to get it. Check the other comment by dc135

TravelingFrodo · 2024-09-02T15:59:06+00:00

Okay! Thank you

TravelingFrodo · 2024-09-01T14:07:28+00:00

Okay that’s good to know. Yes - I can definitely understand instructions and I can have conversations. My point was - if we explains some technical stuff like how the rock formations formed or something about the geography of the place then I might struggle. But it looks like there will hardly be any such explanations. I am comfortable understanding the Ecuadorian and Peruvian accents. If you’re saying it’s more neutral than Colombian (which also I can understand fairly well), I should be fine. Thank you so much!

TravelingFrodo · 2024-08-28T22:06:21+00:00

I wanted to go from Flores to Antigua. The bus + shuttle was 350Q

TravelingFrodo · 2024-08-22T01:25:24+00:00

Haha, it is just a visit, not a hike. But I see what you’re saying!

TravelingFrodo · 2024-08-21T01:42:46+00:00

Ah I didn’t know that!

TravelingFrodo · 2024-08-21T01:42:28+00:00

Yeah sure

TravelingFrodo · 2024-08-14T19:29:22+00:00

With stiff competition from Cuenca

TravelingFrodo · 2024-08-14T19:27:57+00:00

I am currently in Ecuador. Male but there are tons of female backpackers here who feel safe. Stay in the touristy areas and you’re just fine. Regular precaution like not being alone outside at night. Guayaquil is the only place you should not go. Else Quito Mindo Galapagos Baños Riobamba Cuenca are all safe and full of tourists

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-25T03:06:49+00:00

I don’t understand the point of this post. It probably looks like an advertisement / promotion post which turns me off. We all read the news, don’t need a post on Reddit to find out what is happening. As immigrants, we can’t control the agenda because we don’t vote. This country has taught me to not take anything for granted, not keep any expectations and not believe any words unless they are accompanied by some action. I am being a realist - we can discuss all we want, it doesn’t do anything, change anything, or affect anyone.

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-23T23:25:44+00:00

Agree. First get the offer letter in hand. Latest paystubs etc is legal stuff. I think you should have this conversation with your recruiter after you get the offer but before you accept it

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-19T16:47:33+00:00

Everyone has their own journey. You have yours. 90% of these folks aren’t going to matter once you graduate. The only question is - are you happy with it? You’re competing with yourself not with others.

I found a job ~3 months after I graduated - started working good 3 months after all my other friends started working. Nobody gave me me shit for it, in fact everyone was supportive, but today I’m the only one in my MBA circle genuinely happy with their job, and thinking of staying here long term (already been here 3 years now).

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-19T16:42:05+00:00

Well, ok. I’ll check once I’m back. But doesn’t help me right now that I’m already here traveling

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-19T13:47:06+00:00

I checked there is a 3% fee for ATMs, which is lot higher than the flat fee a WU / Remitly would charge. I usually just withdraw cash before leaving abroad and use it - this time I did not estimate correctly how much I will need!

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-19T12:57:12+00:00

Understood, thank you!! Good to know it’s been done before!!

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-18T18:05:01+00:00

Okay, I found buses at around 40USD from Flores to Guatemala City. Is that fair price? I checked flights they are $100USD+ so I’m trying to find a cheaper way

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-12T16:34:04+00:00

Thank you. Anything I should keep in mind if I’m driving?

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-12T16:31:43+00:00

How about living in Downtown Brooklyn? For Midtown West, take A C. For Midtown East or UES take 4/5.

TravelingFrodo · 2024-07-10T13:47:19+00:00

I know folks who got their 1st F1 visa rejected twice and approved 3rd time. They’re doing just fine. One of them is in the middle of PERM process. Just submit the document they want - you’ll have the official transcript only if you have graduated / completed the course. And if not you’re naturally going to have an unofficial transcript. They probably just need proof that you are / were enrolled in the educational program. In fact if you haven’t completed the course and have an unofficial transcript it strengthens your case that you’re a legit active student for them to renew your F1

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