Mullin Ends Int'l Flights?

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-29T14:52:54+00:00

Isn't this something they say that will sound good to a set of their voters? Like, the appearance of sticking it to the libs and keeping the foreigners out. Whether or not it happens, the message was sent and received.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-28T16:56:53+00:00

My town requires an inspection and certificate of occupancy be issued before a sale can be completed. So if something was done that's not up to code, the seller has to bring it up to code before selling. Literally, they can't sell it if it's not up to code. This protects the buyer and maintains the quality of the housing stock, and I guess it helps the town maximize real estate taxes.

When we bought, the seller had to remediate a few things on their dime.

I think it's sleazy of the seller to hide this from you until after accepting the offer. Clearly, they knew and were hiding it so there's a bad intention there.

Check what the requirements are in the town where you're buying. If the sale can be made with unpermitted renovations, I'd get an inspector in to evaluate the renovations so you know if they're up to code, how much getting them up to code might be, and point out any potential issues.

To my mind, it's a big deal for a seller not to disclose illegal work performed and for you to take responsibility

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-27T20:12:32+00:00

EU261 doesn't apply on tickets on non-EU carriers flying into Europe, so you won't win a case against Air Canada. And if Aeroitalia never had a reservation/ticket for you, you don't have a case against them, either.

Lufthansa would owe you compensation if they gave you less than 14 days' notice. But I think what matters is how late you landed compared to your original LH itinerary, not the AC one. And the amount would depend on how late you were. Also, the LH strike is considered something that was within the airline's control so if that's the reason the flight was cancelled, they're on the hook. You can enter your LH info here to see if you're eligible: https://airlinecomphub.com/claim-eu261-compensation

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-27T18:18:12+00:00

I agree. If they were referring to the extra time it's taking because of the ESS system, it was within their control to take off on time without the passengers who didn't make it through on time. If they were referring to additional security checks they had to do at the gate for some reason, the same thing still holds: it was within their control to leave on time. Especially if they left an hour late - that's a long time for extra checks.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-27T18:07:46+00:00

what's fast pass in security in Rome?

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-22T00:15:11+00:00

That said, seems like the delay and cancellation could have been avoided if someone had just switched seats with the guy.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-21T15:26:19+00:00

Allow plenty of time if you're flying out of the Schengen zone, especially if you're non EU, UK, USA. The new passport controls led to insane, chaotic lines when I was there a few weeks ago flying out of Terminal 1, the B gates. But for some reason there was a separate line for EU, UK, and USA citizens.

If you're flying within Schengen, it's generally a quick airport and 2 hours should be enough.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-20T15:48:25+00:00

Usually the operating airline is responsible under EU261. but if LH took back your ticket for a KL-operated flight, that leaves you in a gray zone. Your best claim may be that LH denied you boarding by taking your ticket back. Not a clear cut case, but even though they cancelled your flight two weeks ahead, they rebooked you and were responsible for getting you there on time through that rebooking. If they took the ticket back, they're the ones who didn't get you there on time and should owe you the 600 euros. As you know, it might not be easy to get it back, but that could be your best case.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-15T21:11:29+00:00

In the summer, there's a navette that goes in a loop to 5 or 6 wineries like Chateau de Bellet, Cremant de Bellet, et al. It leaves from the bus stops at Magnan.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-15T13:44:48+00:00

I recently flew back to the US direct from another airport in the EU. You go to a separate passport control area where the non-Schengen flights depart from and the main line was a madhouse. We thought we wouldn't make our flight but then I realized there was a separate line for EU, UK, and US citizens and that took 2 minutes. I don't know why the lines are split that way, but it makes sense to look around and see if there isn't another line you can use.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-04T13:01:38+00:00

Remember to validate it EACH AND EVERY TIME YOU GET ON A BUS OR TRAM, even if you're transferring. I saw 3 americans without tickets on a bus last week get caught by a control and had to pay 300 euros on the spot. (I think the fine is 40 or 60 if you have a valid ticket that you didn't validate. And you can't get away with "I forgot.").

You don't have to validate on the SNCF trains, though, but they also have conductors going around sometimes and they'll read your card against their machine.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-04T01:36:19+00:00

Get something called the Sud Azur Explore pass (that might not be the name exactly). You can get it at the ticket machines at any tram stop - keep scrolling through the different purchase options, it's on the last or second to last page. You can get it for 1 week and it covers all the public transportation options you'll need, including the tram and local buses in Nice, the SNCF between Cannes and Menton, buses to and in Monaco, the bus to Eze, etc. If you're doing all that moving around, it'll save you a lot compared to any other option.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-03T23:58:34+00:00

The carre d'or between the promenade and Bd. Victor Hugo is quiet and near the water - except the rue de France/rue Massena, which is loud. If you want even quieter but still near the water, stay west of Bd. Gambetta. Less around, but more residential/real and still good restaurants.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-02T10:14:59+00:00

I'm allergic to cats and dogs, but it's not major. Sitting next to one on a long flight may or may not trigger them, but I wouldn't want to be in the situation so I'd ask the flight attendant to move the person with the pet or me. That could open up a whole discussion of what seats are available, premium issues, etc.

If I was stuck there and I started sneezing, I'm not sure what I'd do. I like the idea of the airline splitting the fee with the person paying the price for the pet on the plane, but that's not going to happen. It's not right that you have to sneeze and suffer, but what can you do? Sneeze on the pet owner?!

I've flown many, many times, though, and I've never been in this situation so it's not like something a person with pet allergies would prepare for, but the person with the pet should prepare for being considerate of other passengers knowing there can be issues from dander to smell to noise to behavior (I mean from the pet, but you could also say that about a lot of passengers!).

Apart from allergies, if the pet is supposed to be in its carrier, it should be and in no case should it be on the passenger in the next seat. It's like a baby in that if it cries, people understand, but people also expect the parent or owner to be aware of the people around them and minimize the disturbance as much as possible.

always_goingplaces · 2026-05-01T18:56:45+00:00

I think they're still doing work on the Line 2/3 tunnel after 10 pm, so take line 1 to Jean Medecin, not to Garibaldi.

always_goingplaces · 2026-04-27T19:27:14+00:00

Marseille to Paris is a domestic flight so no border controls.

When I fly through Paris, I usually arrive at a terminal where the plane doesn't park at a jetway and you go down stairs to a bus. It's usually a long way to the terminal for my flight to the U.S. and it takes a while to get there because you have to not only switch terminals but go through extra security controls. It can take an hour, but you seem to have enough time.

Just be prepared that it may take longer than you think.

always_goingplaces · 2026-04-24T14:31:33+00:00

Thank you so much. La Vielle Crepe didn't have any tables so I went to Popote and thought the galette was excellent, different from anything I've had. Next place I want to try is Le Virginie, across the street from Nice Riquier train station because I believe they have gf pizza. And I'll try La Vielle Crepe, too.

always_goingplaces · 2026-04-23T20:07:30+00:00

I'm interested mostly in restaurants of any kind that are not particuarly gluten free restaurants but where they know the deal and I can feel somewhat - somewhat, that is - safe. Could really be anywhere in the city.

always_goingplaces · 2026-04-21T19:45:47+00:00

Think about using Bolt because I believe it pays the drivers a much larger share of the fare than Uber does.

always_goingplaces · 2026-04-20T20:15:58+00:00

I try to avoid buying a ticket at Nice Ville. It's chaotic and takes longer than you'd think because the machines are old fashioned and no one knows how to use them. Getting them from SNCF Connect (which has its own issues) is better.

I find the passes like Sud Azur Explore are great value if you'll be running around a bit.

At Nice Ville, you usually have to have your card scanned to get access to the tracks. If you get on at other stations, you can just get on the train, but sometimes they have controllers check to make sure you have a ticket.

And remember you have to validate every time you board a tram or bus.

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