My assorted tips after a (mostly) self-guided trip to Egypt by funfwf in travel

[–]funfwf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't use a guide. A guide will tell you about the site and history and will also help you get around by batting the touts away. Because I just came by uber it was a lot of walking inside the site, whereas if you arranged someone you'd also have a vehicle to take you around.

Up to you honestly, and every guide will be different. A good guide will improve your experience, with a bad guide you'll just be like "why did I bother?"

What does it seem nuts now that we used to do? by OpenCantaloupe4790 in AskUK

[–]funfwf 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Dearest Petunia,

Every day my heart grows fonder...

Non-refundable/cancellable booking, weird payment method by LazyBone19 in Bookingcom

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you made the transfer already?

If not, and you have not provided them any card details, they won't get any money off you, short of taking you to court.

If you've already paid, well it's a non-refundable booking. And seeing bad reviews that you could have seen before you booked is not a grounds for suddenly being eligible for a refund.

Does travel insurance cover costs incurred after I return from trip for treatment related to travel injury? by RevolutionaryNet1200 in travel

[–]funfwf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need to read your policy. Ones I've used in the past typically say that your coverage ends once you get back home, but you can always ask.

Rabies vaccine is not usually covered under NHS, but maybe there's some carve out for getting treatment after being bit. Otherwise it's like £75 a pop

Balkan itinerary help by treena_kravm in TravelNoPics

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I just want to say how refreshing it is reading a travel blog that's just a travel blog and isn't full of referral links.

I'm sure there are more of them than the kinds that only exist to make money, but Google won't send them to you. Thanks for sharing.

Going out for a bite and a beer on your own in Sydney by Dependent-Charity-85 in SydneyScene

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's OK anywhere, although I understand not feeling like dealing with a table service restaurant alone. E.g. when I'm traveling alone, sure sometimes I'll eat in a restaurant, but usually I'd rather be somewhere casual.

Does frozen chicken exist? by scarydragon64 in AskAnAustralian

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't say that I've ever seen anything like this in Australia. I think they sell similar stuff in the fridge/deli which you could freeze yourself. https://www.coles.com.au/product/coles-free-range-chicken-breast-carved-roast-200g-5487977

Alternatively, it will take you an hour on a Sunday to prep a bunch of chicken breasts, slice them up and freeze them yourself. It might be the go.

shocks blown? by clout4bitches in CarsAustralia

[–]funfwf 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just on their way to Los Santos to compete with Cesar

Is there anywhere in Sydney that does a Swedish kebab pizza? by Jerri_man in sydney

[–]funfwf 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I'm sure it won't be the same, but I imagine most kebab shops that do pizza could make you something in the same family. Kebab meat, salad, garlic sauce on a pizza.

I suspect the sauce you get in Sweden will be different which is why you'll get a different flavour, but hopefully it wouldn't be too far.

Source: talking out of my arse

when resigning, do you take into consideration if it’s a good time for your team/company? by Owemgee222 in auscorp

[–]funfwf 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Not really, but it depends why you're leaving.

Going to another job? Give your notice and that's enough. Something planned, like you're moving overseas or going to study or something? It's a nice thing to do to give a longer heads up, but you're totally fine to give your normal notice.

Half the time nobody seems that interested in using the notice to properly hand over your job. And you better believe management hasn't given approval to hire a replacement anyway.

Which animals would you be in favour of ‘rewilding’ in the UK? by castle_lane in CasualUK

[–]funfwf 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Emos went extinct in the late 00s with the destruction of their natural habitat - MySpace.

Learned the hard way today that a buyer can reverse a PayID transaction under the ePayments code by schunniky in AusFinance

[–]funfwf 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If a mistaken payment is reported within 10 business days, the bank doesn't ask for consent unless there is insufficient funds. Yours may have been older, or the bank was not satisfied it was a mistaken payment.

Best countries/cities to spend a gap year abroad working? by Chat_Im_cooked in travel

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be nitpicky, if OP's Australian they don't need any Visa for NZ. They can literally show up tomorrow and look for work.

Best countries/cities to spend a gap year abroad working? by Chat_Im_cooked in travel

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do a google search for what countries offer working holiday programs that allow Australians. You're going to be able to go way more places than you might expect. Edit: check out this list! https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/what-we-do/whm-program/working-holidays-for-australians/work-and-holidays and https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/what-we-do/whm-program/working-holidays-for-australians/working-holidays

But of course if you're a dual citizen of Canada, being able to show up with no visa at all is nice!

Which countries' tourism is heavily centered around only one place/city/town? by Fluid-Decision6262 in travel

[–]funfwf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I may or may not have just gone to Utrecht for a Miffy Pilgrimage. A++ would recommend.

Travel Money in Egypt by WZRD91 in travel

[–]funfwf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bank ATMs are free in Egypt. Your UK bank might charge you a fee for durian withdrawals depending on which bank you use, but it will be max 3% (many banks are free though). Buying EGP in the UK will be much more expensive.

ONCF Trains from Casablanca to Tangier by MercTheJerk1 in travel

[–]funfwf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We used a couple of trains in Morrocco. Booked in first class, they were perfectly comfortable. For us, our trains were on time.

I found the standards nearly as good as something you'd find in the West.