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[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Credit cards are accepted in almost every large shop and restaurants.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But you will find that many smaller shops, Mc Donalds and some other fast food chains, sale locations ( e.g. large shop puts up a sale in the subway area ) - all these places do not accept credit cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Having to make a credit card", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "myself - Visa and Master Card cards are most popular here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But as far as I could see - all cards are accepted.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I wouldn't worry about that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In grocery shops and convenience stores", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "they just swipe, all other places uses either a PIN or your signature.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They'll ask which you prefer, although very-very often only in Japanese", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but they'll try to make an effort and explain using hands :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Japan is NOT a primarily a \"cash-society\", it's just that it costs a lot of money to make a contract with the credit-card company and every transition will cost ~3% for fees, so smaller businesses just don't want to do it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Additional tip: keep a 10 000 yen bill with you ( around 100$ )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", you will not easily find a place to spend it, because expensive places will have credit-card support and places where you'll need cash won't cost you that much.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/20557/Creative Magic", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Card acceptance in major cities is generally good.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "All department stores (like Yodobashi) will take credit cards and most small shops will take them as well, no issues here.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I still suggest keeping cash on you as you could get surprised.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "I had no issues using my MasterCard, I do not know about the others.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my experience, the stripe is used much more.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43756/JS Lavertu", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The credit card acceptance is generally bad compared to other major cities in North America, Europe, South Korea, and Australia.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is slightly worse than in Hong Kong and Singapore, but I don't think it makes a much difference here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As to the brand of cards, the order of prevalence is Visa, MasterCard, JCB/Amex (both in partnership), Diners, and UnionPay.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, the prevalence gap between MasterCard and JCB/Amex is quite large.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So if you are concerned, carry either Visa or MasterCard (Visa is more widely used only slightly).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "UnionPay is rarely used here, but with the rise of the number of tourists from China, some department stores started to accept it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "More and more stores are making a transition to EMV due to the potential scamming but there are still many places that use the stripe only.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't know if there are any places that only accept EMV in my experience, so it is unlikely that you get denied by handing in a card without EMV chip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, most stores don't require you to enter PIN, especially for a small amount of purchase.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The threshold is somewhere around 5,000 ~ 10,000 JPY.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But it depends on each store, I think.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, if you don't know or forget your PIN, they will kindly accept a signature.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are not sure what kind of stores accept it or not, here is a general standard : Accept : department stores, large electronic shops (e.g. Yodobashi, Bic Camera), +3 star or above hotels, restaurants that cost 3,000 JPY or above per person, starbucks, leading convenience stores (7-11, Lawson), large supermarkets Rarely accept : cheap, chained-cafe (except Starbucks), McDonalds, fast foods, cheap restaurants (mostly not chained), cheap local food shops Never accept : small hospitals, a post office, transportation card (e.g. Suica, except those that are issued as a credit card, which foreign travelers should see it near impossible to create as a tourist) Also, some restaurants and cafes only accept a card if you pay enough, around 2,000 ~ 3,000 JPY.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27223/Blaszard", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Acceptance Places expects foreigners paying a large amount are more likely to accept credit cards, such as: Ticket office (but not vending machines) in major railway stations, e.g. JR West \"Green Window\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Convenience stores, e.g. FamilyMart , LAWSON , 7-11 . Department stores.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Amusement parks, e.g. Universal Studio Japan", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(USJ in Osaka).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Taxis in major cities / urban areas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, you still need cash for having ramen, entering parks and temples, riding buses and for a lot of things.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Make sure always have a good amount of cash with you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": ":)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Cards accepted JCB ( Japan Credit Bureau)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "MasterCard VISA American Express Other cards such as Diners Club and China UnionPay are accepted, but not as widely accepted as the aboves.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For instance, ticket office of JR West and bag drop counters of Peach Aviatvion does not accept China UnionPay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Using credit card in Japan", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Usually stripe, some new terminals use EMVs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For some places like convenience stores, no signature is required for purchase under ¥10,000.Yet, I did not find any terminals accepts VISA payWave or MasterCard Contactless.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/6418/KH.Lee", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Good answers already, but just to add my 2 yen: To withdraw money, the best ATMs are at Japan Post offices.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "Convenience stores ATMs do not always accept withdrawals, Japan Post ATMs always do, according to my experience.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Japan Post offices are open less often, though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some places take a fee for credit card (see my picture below).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is quite rare though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wikivoyage has a list of banks and ATMs showing what cards they accept and how much they charge in fees (yes some are free).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/81/nic", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I had no major problems with MasterCard for larger purchases in department stores, although lots of smaller places would not accept anything other than cash.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Visa only works to get cash at 7-11, I've found no other place that accepts it.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/747/Simon Richter", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Almost any large store or restaurant will accept cards, but smaller shops, cafes, small hospitals, post offices and some other places do not.Many places only accept the stripe only, but more and more are transitioning to EMV. For this reason, it is worth carrying enough cash with you. To get cash, the best ATMs are at Japan post offices.", "Credit cards are not as widely accepted in Japan as in Europe and North America, therefore it is recommended to carry some cash. Credit card acceptance is better in major cities and also in large stores. Small shops, public transport and entrance to parks and temples, on the other hand, must be paid in cash. Mastercard and Visa are the most widely accepted cards. ithdrawing cash with a credit card is easiest at Japan Post offices and 7-11 stores." ] ]

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[ [ "Credit cards are usually accepted in Japan in larger stores and acceptance in major cities is good.", "Credit card acceptance is bad compared to Europe and North America. More stores moving to EMV but swipe still widespread. Major cards are accepted especially Mastercard and Visa.", "It is important to carry some cash as small stores and restaurants, transport and entrance to temples and parks only accept cash. ", "Japan Post offices and 7-11 seem to be the best places to withdraw cash with a credit card." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I work in the industry and therefore feel qualified to answer this question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For cards bearing a chip; if you need to use a PIN in your home country, then you will be required to use a PIN overseas.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The preferred method of authorisation is embedded into the chip in your card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "All terminals that comply to the EMV standard will request a PIN to authenticate the transaction if the card is configured as 'Chip & PIN'.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your card is configured for 'Chip & Signature', then a PIN will not be required.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The only exceptions are in the US (and a limited number of other countries) where a proportion of retailers have still not implemented EMV terminals at their Point of Sale.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In these cases, EMV chip & PIN cardholders are required to swipe and sign, and more often than not, are requested to show photo ID.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your card does not have a chip, then no PIN will be required anywhere worldwide.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "However, you may find that your card is simply not accepted or that the terminal or machine is unable to process it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One note for Germany in particular, credit cards are not as widely accepted as in other European countries.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Debit cards can be used almost everywhere, but you may want to plan on carrying enough cash to cover in case you find yourself in a place where you cannot use credit cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "As mentioned in the comments to the question - vending machines in the countries you are planning to visit, as well as public transport ticketing machines will only accept EMV chip and pin cards and frequently, only EMV debit cards are accepted.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some cases, a ticket machine may be the only way to purchase a ticket and you may need to ask the assistance of a local to buy a ticket on your behalf.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/31194/PassKit", "score": 21 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have used a US debit card in Czech Republic couple of years ago.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I had to enter PIN to withdraw from ATM, but for paying in shops, a signature was required instead.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I believe this is related to the fact that the card didn't have a chip (like my Czech debit card does), only a magnetic strip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The other kind of cards I have experience with are Czech debit cards.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With new ones, they not only have a chip, but are also contactless, which means you don't have to enter PIN (or write signature) if you're paying less than 500 CZK.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/404/svick", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It depends on your card capabilities.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it is EMV compliant with a chip then it may happen very probably across all Europe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39126/Leos Literak", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I wouldn't recommend only having a magstripe & signature card in Europe as, in some places, the card reader won't accept magstripe or the magstripe reader is covered.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Chip and Signature will work in a lot of places that accept the card.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Keep in mind, though, that in some countries VISA and MasterCard acceptance is poor and AmEx even worse.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In the Netherlands, for example, Maestro and V-Pay are dominant (a European standard) or, in Germany, some places only accept the national standard girocard.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Although slowly it's changing, if you shop in the big chains, you probably won't have a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And, as others said, some credit card readers may require a PIN to work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The German Railway, for example, recently changed its ticket machines to prompt for a PIN, as customers have raised security concerns.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some countries contactless payments are getting more and more popular (Especially in eastern Europe, where in some countries it's an exception not to be able to pay contactless, but sometimes also in Germany, UK etc.).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This means you can easily get along with Apple- and AndroidPay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You may consider setting it up for your card and use your Phone for payments whenever you see the contactless logo to avoid complications.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/60934/szoszk", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Assuming you are American, your credit card (and maybe your ATM/Debit card) will either be a chip & signature card or and older-style swipe and signature card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For ATM cash withdrawals, your ATM card + PIN will almost certainly work fine.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You may be able to use a credit card for cash advances this way as well; contact your credit card company for the PIN.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that fees for withdrawals with your ATM card will be substantially lower than for with your credit card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is your most reliable means of payment (many merchants do not accept credit cards), so I HIGHLY recommend you keep some cash handy at all times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For chip+signature cards, you will be able to pay just fine for merchants with manned terminals, with no PIN required.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes merchants will not know they need to ask for your signature, but I've never had a problem with the charge going through anyway.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will NOT be able to pay at automated kiosks, such as many autoroute toll booths in Austria and train/mass transit ticket machines.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You MUST have cash on hand to pay at these machines.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For swipe and signature cards, you will likely be successful at higher end or more touristic restaurants and also at most hotels, but I wouldn't count on the card being usable most other places.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Source:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "American living in Europe and using both US and Euro cards extensively in Austria and Germany.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43291/z_dood", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "If you need to use a PIN in your home country, this will also apply abroad, but it will not be required if it is configured for 'Chip & Signature'. While vending machines and automated kiosks will require a pin, many shops that accept cards will allow you to sign. However, this is not always true though, so it may be worth organising payment with your smartphone and cash withdrawals with an ATM card + PIN, or contacting your credit card company for the PIN. Be aware that many countries have poor acceptance of Visa, MasterCard and especially AmEx.", "Using a swipe and signature or chip and signature credit card may be a problem in Europe where chip and PIN cards are the norm and debit cards tend to be preferred to credit cards. Many outlets do not have the hardware to process swipe and signature paments, especially where payment is made through vending machines. Withdrawing cash from ATMs should not be a problem, however. " ] ]

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[ [ "Credit card acceptance is poor in some countries in Europe, where debit cards are preferred. Chip and PIN most common, problems may be encountered with swipe + signature cards as the terminals cannot accept them. Contactless payment is becoming more popular so Google and Apple pay can be used at these terminals. Cards should be fine for cash withdrawals at ATM.", "Debit cards are the norm, especially in Germany. Vending machines and other outlets where payment is automated will not accept swipe and signature cards." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "In Latvia there is a category of people called \" noncitizens \" - those people lived in Latvia when it got independence, but they weren't Latvian origin so they did not get Latvian citizenship automatically, and got this status instead.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Those people use a passport (it is indeed a true passport) issued by Latvia, but they are not considered citizens of Latvia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This also affects the list of countries they could enter visa-free - for example, they're not allowed to US under ESTA, but they can enter Russia without visa if born before 1992 (Latvian citizens need visa).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also in the USA if you're a permanent resident, you can obtain the \"travel document\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is not a passport (unlike the document mentioned above), but could be used for traveling.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This document would be issued by the USA, but for someone who is not US citizen or national.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47731/George Y.", "score": 19 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This is an odd example, but nationality law is full of odd cases.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "All US Citizens are considered US Nationals, but it is possible to be a US National without being a US Citizen .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This situation applies to some people from American Samoa (and Swains Island , with its population of 17 coconut harvesters), residents of the Northern Mariana Islands who have elected to be non-citizen nationals, and children of existing non-citizen nationals who pass on their nationality (subject to special requirements).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Very few people fall into this category (especially as some American Samoans will still obtain citizenship at birth through Jus sanguinis, and others will naturalize), and the State Department didn't want to spend money printing up special paperwork for them, so people who fall into this atypical classification are issued US Passport books that bear the annotation : \"THE BEARER IS A UNITED STATES NATIONAL AND NOT A UNITED STATES CITIZEN.\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As the Department has received few requests, there is no justification for the creation of a non-citizen national certificate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Designing a separate document that includes anti-fraud mechanisms was seen as an inefficient expenditure of resources.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Therefore, the Department determined that those who would be eligible to apply for such a certificate may instead apply for a United States passport that would delineate and certify their status as a national but not a citizen of the United States.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This status occasionally causes problems , as non-citizen nationals may not be able to hold government jobs, vote, or run for office, at least not without obtaining citizenship, which requires the fee, test, background check, etc...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, people born in American Samoa are not US Citizens under jus soli (although they would be citizens if a parent was a US Citizen), but they would travel on a USA passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This anomaly is a leftover of American colonialism.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "American Samoans are US nationals but not citizens .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Unlike, say, someone from Puerto Rico, even if resident in one of the 50 states, they would not be eligible to vote.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(This situation once held for Puerto Rico and the other territories taken in the Spanish-American War.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I suspect other countries have similar situations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18431/Andrew Lazarus", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There are a few odd cases, some of which have been mentioned, but I think the main use case for that are actually refugee travel documents (based on the 1951 convention or otherwise) and 1954 convention travel documents for stateless people.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Technically they are sometimes called “travel documents” instead of “passport” but they look like passports, are used like passports and you would need to fill in this form if you had one.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Now, by definition, stateless people don't have a citizenship and refugees cannot avail themselves of the protection of their country of citizenship (and in particular they cannot apply for a passport, even if they are still citizens)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so in both cases the travel document is issued by the state where they reside, which is not their country of citizenship.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/6669/Relaxed", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The remnants of British colonialism left behind a number of complex citizenship situations, including special types of passports issued to non-citizens, such as the British National (Overseas) passport .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wikimedia Commons:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hoising (Note the lack of the words \"European Union\" on the cover, as such passports do not grant EU citizenship rights)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These passports do not grant the right of abode in the UK.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While millions of these passports were issued after the handover, far fewer are in use today, as cheaper Hong Kong SAR passports are often more advantageous.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "According to this Freedom of Information request , there are also a number of passports outstanding for British Overseas Territories Citizens, British Overseas Citizens, British Subjects, and British Protected Persons.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "All hold some form of British nationality , but not British citizenship, and special rules apply to where and how these passports are accepted.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Such situations could lead one to complete your booking form by specifying the UK as their country of passport, but another country as their country of citizenship.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In 1979, six American diplomats were sheltered by Canadian officials after escaping the storming of the US Embassy in Tehran, as dramatized in the film Argo .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The effort to sneak them out of the country was coordinated by the CIA and the Canadian government and required Canadian passports so the Americans could pose as part of a Canadian film crew.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Canada's Cabinet met in secret and approved an Order in Council authorizing Canadian passports ( under fictitious names ) to be issued to the six Americans, as Canadian law would ordinarily prohibit such documents.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The diplomats were able to board a flight out of Iran and were reunited with their families.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So yes, it is possible, but this particular route (or any other where a country's government authorizes the special issuance of a passport contrary to normal laws) will require extraordinary circumstances indeed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "When I was working in a hostel in Spain, a few times I checked in people with passports from where they were living instead of from their country of citizenship.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There was always something like \"non-citizen\" printed on it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, Travel Documents near the bottom of http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/travel-documents2", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12555/WGroleau", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "American Samoans are US nationals and can carry a US passport, but they are not necessarily citizens. Some people have passports from where they are living rather than their country of citizenship.", "There are people who hold a passport without being a citizen of a country, for example American Samoans." ] ]

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[ [ "There are people who hold a passport without being a citizen of a country, for example American Samoans." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Well, most often you can't choose.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Often you need the train to get from one city to another", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and then the bus to get to your final destination that might be a small village.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even though private bus companies try to get into the market, the trains between cities are at the moment still way more frequent and reliable.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In particular for you first two journeys, to Montreaux and Lucerne, I would take the train.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As far as I know, there is not even a bus connection available, and even if there would be one, it wouldn't be faster than the direct train that takes 1 hour to Montreaux, respectively three hours to Lucerne, without the need of changing trains.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Check out sbb.ch for up to date time tables.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In any case, think about buying a half fare card .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You pay 150 CHF and then every ticket that you buy within a year", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "costs only half its original price.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/693/RoflcoptrException", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Last year I was also checking Swiss bus tickets online but couldn't find anything better.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Switzerland has a very pristine rail network and maybe that is a reason Swiss government just focuses on rail network rather than buses.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I visited Switzerland last year and bought Swiss individual super saver tickets and found really cheaper as a tourist.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here is the link for that website: http://www.sbb.ch/en/travelcards-and-tickets/tickets-for-switzerland/supersaver-tickets.html", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And you have just mentioned that you have currently moved to Switzerland and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you have a longer stay there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The half-fare travel card is the best option for your travel within Switzerland.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2, 2 ] ] }, { "text": "you could get all the required information from this website: http://www.sbb.ch/en/travelcards-and-tickets/railpasses/half-fare-travelcard.html", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also the route just mentioned Geneva-Montreux-Lucern is really worth to travel through Train.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is a spectacular scenery specially from Montreux to Lucern", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is also a website where you can find buses fares and connections in Switzerland: https://www.postauto.ch/en", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43993/Ali Awan", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can't take a bus between major towns/cities in Switzerland, as buses are not allowed to compete with the train system.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In der Schweiz dürfen Fernbusse Passagiere nur über die Grenze, aber nicht innerhalb der Schweiz von einem", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Ort zum anderen transportieren.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "which translates to In Switzerland, long-distance buses can only transport passengers over the border, but not from one place to another within Switzerland", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The Post Auto buses supplement and extend the train network, but don't act as competition to the existing train routes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "International bus routes starting in Switzerland exist, and are an option for visiting cities in neighbouring countries, but by law you can't get off the bus until you cross the border.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52267/Fillet", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you are open to other options, consider car sharing.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "It doesn't have to be your car.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can look up on any version of blablacar (linked to the UK one for english) and find really cheap rides to big cities of Switzerland.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "If you don't find a ride to where you want to go, you can rent a car and then get some other passengers to share the ride and split the cost.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While car renting in Switzerland is quite expensive, since you live in Geneva you can rent the car from neighbouring France, which is considerably cheaper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Keep in mind there is a constant stream of new people in Geneva and everyone wants to travel for cheap, so it's easy to find fellow passengers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just post in the facebok groups of the area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52244/Ciprian Tomoiagă", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In addition to the existing advice (especially about the half-fare travelcard), if you're going to really use public transport a lot (for at least 4 months), you may also want to see whether it's worth it to get the GA (Generalabonnement) travelcard .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "If you have the half-fare travelcard, it's also possible to get the 1-day travelpass .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that it's quite common for municipalities to offer those 1-day travelpasses for a discounted price to their residents, but they are available in limited quantities and only for the local residents.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "( see here for Geneva )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52246/Reyssor", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As for Geneva bus system (TPG)- if you use the bus to go to work at least 3 times a week - get a monthly abonnement for 70 CHF.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I work as a freelancer, so I don't commune anywhere - for me just getting a full fare for 3 chf from time to time is better.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For train system:there are also supersaver tickets http://www.sbb.ch/en/travelcards-and-tickets/tickets-for-switzerland/supersaver-tickets.html - discounted tickets but time and date are fixed, also they are non-refundable.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You might also benefit from Carte journaliere (full day pass for all means of transport in whole Switzerland for 42 CHF) http://www.ville-geneve.ch/demarches-administratives/mobilite/carte-journaliere-cff/ (purchase in advance)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Count", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "what works for you better - sometimes just paying full price is cheaper than getting an abonnement.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52269/Darya", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have very good memories of using one of the Swiss rail websites , but I can not find anything on long distance buses, Rome2Rio does not give them, google does not give them.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Buses in Switzerland do the short distances from the railway station towns to the villages, sure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But I can not find long distance buses online.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So the answer to your guestion is: Trains are likely the cheapest option for long distance travel where you do not want to use a car, as buses do not connect places far apart.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "When booking early, do check flights and travels via other countries.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "Which train and how much it costs you can find on any of the rail sites that give prices for Switzerland.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0, 3 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27650/Willeke", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Most of Swiss residents who use public transport have the half price card (\"halbtax\") that reduces the price as much as twice.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "It is valid in all trains and most of the buses.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As you have the living address in Switzerland, I would strongly recommend to obtain such a card first thing to do.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It may look expensive but will pay itself in a first few journeys.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, when using the city transportation system, be aware that tickets are valid in all zones indicated on the ticket, regardless of the travelling direction or anything the like.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These systems cover a huge areas (for instance, Zurich system also covers all Winterthur and good piece of land around).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can buy 24 hour ticket for all zones and spend all day on the way in any direction.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11840/h22", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Trains are way more frequent and reliable than buses in Switzerland, and intercity national buses are not permitted in the country. You could consider buying a supersaver ticket, Carte journaliere (full day pass for all means of transport in whole Switzerland for 42 CHF) or half-fare travelcard, and you can compare prices on any of the rail sites. Another option is to try car sharing, e.g. with blablacar.", "Travelling by train is definitely the preferred means of transport between cities in Switzerland and several type of card are available for travellers, for example the half-fare card. Buses are not available between cities as they are not allowed to compete with the train system. Alternative options include flying and car sharing." ] ]

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[ [ "Train is definitely the major means of transport between cities in Switzerland. The system is very good and all schedules and prices are available on railway websites.", "Bus routes are not allowed to compete with the train system so there are no connectionc between major cities. There are international bus routes starting in Switzerland.", "There are a number of special cards for travellers, including the half-fare card.", "There are other option for travelling in Switzerland including flying and car sharing." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I live in Denmark (Copenhagen), and I can go weeks without using cash these days.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "What I have is a 'Dankort' (national debit card system), so the experience doesn't necessarily transfer directly to foreign cards -- but the vast majority of places that accept", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it also take at least Visa and MasterCard.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'd need cash for bus tickets if you buy from the driver, but that's the only thing that comes to mind offhand.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16947/hmakholm left over Monica", "score": 28 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Credit and debit cards are extremely widely accepted in Sweden and Denmark.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Almost every vendor of anything accepts them - from big stores and hotels to small restaurants to convenience stores.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I once spent an entire week in Sweden and Denmark without once buying or spending any local currency.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "My last action was to buy a small bottle of water at Copenhagen airport, and the seller waved away my apologies for using a card for such a small amount, as if to say I was apologizing for nothing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will probably need a chip and pin card.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/264/DJClayworth", "score": 22 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "One very important thing to note about credit card use in Denmark is that it no longer is common to have your card's magnetic strip read and then sign a receipt.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "All (at least almost all) terminals in stores and hotels and hand held terminals in restaurants and even taxis expect that the card has a chip and that you know your pin code.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As for public transportation you can buy tickets at train stations with a credit card, but not in buses.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Though the bus driver has some change, don't expect the driver to be able to give change back for 100 kroner notes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you plan on travelling by bus, get hold of some 20 kroner coins.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bus tickets in Denmark are area and time limited, so you can't buy a return ticket.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Only when travelling longer distances can you buy return tickets for trains", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(you have to travel across regional boundaries).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/42688/Bent", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I spent a week in Copenhagen this year, and I didn't use any cash at all.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I bought transport tickets from vending machines, and paid everything with my Canadian credit card.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/10087/Martin Argerami", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "We spent 3 weeks in Denmark and barely used any cash.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It would be easily possible not to use any at all, given that most hotels, restaurants and shops accept credit cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Sure, there will be a few that take cash only but nothing you cannot avoid during your stay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We pretty much only used cash for street food and some parking.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4801/Itai", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I live in Aalborg and from my personal experience: I honestly can't remember when I last used cash.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Most stores, shops, and even hot dog stands accepts most kinds of credit cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most commonly accepted cards are Visa, MasterCard, and DanCard, on rare occasions you will find a shop that doesn't accept MasterCard.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(note that since I only have experience with MasterCard I can't say if same happens with the other cards)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If however, you find a place that doesn't accept the card you use, there would most likely be a bank nearby or an ATM machine that would accept your card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52409/Simon Jensen", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'm from Norway where cash is about to become obsolete.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even the strawberry seller in a booth in the field accepts credit card or mobile payments where I live.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I travel frequently to Denmark and never use cash, only visa/MC.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "One thing that used to be common in Scandinavia is the use of debit-cards, this was due to \"social\" laws and regulations that said that no one living in these countries should ever need to buy food on credit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This has changed over the past years and credit cards and mobile payments is widely used.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However American Express and Diners are not widely accepted same way over here as over there..", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52407/Normann", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From the other answers, things have apparently changed, but here is my experience: 10 years ago in Ålborg, most grocery stores would not accept my card (MasterCard), because it was not a \"Dankort\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I had to withdraw cash regularly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/24249/njzk2", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have lived for a year in Aalborg and the only places in which I had to pay with cash were buses and certain bars (bars usually only accept Danish credit cards).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I could use my Visa in all supermarkets and stores, no matter the amount.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52406/coderMess", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "Cards are common for purchases of all kinds, and it is rare for a foreigner to need cash apart from in some bars that only accept Danish cards, and on buses. However, it is becoming much less common to use cards with a magnetic strip and signature.", "Credit card use is widespread in Denmark and most people use cash very infrequently. However, a chip and PIN credit or debit card is required. In fact, bus tickets on the bus, parking and street food seem to be the only things you cannot buy using a credit card. " ] ]

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[ [ "The use of credit cards is extremely widespread in Denmark. They can be used almost everywhere and cash is actually used very little. A chip and Pin card is required, however.", "The only things you cannot pay for in Denmark with a credit card are bus tickets on the bus, street food and parking." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "TL;DR:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "as of 2016, it was Russian; its dominance is drastically decreasing nowadays; a foreigner who wants to speak on the streets of Kyiv should consider historical, political, and cultural aspects for their choice of language.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Long story.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Russian was the most comprehensible language simply because almost all Ukrainian speakers are bilingual, unlike the Russian speakers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Calculation Method : if you simply take a group of people and count languages they are able to speak, you will notice that: Nearly 100% of those who speak Ukrainian would also have a good grasp of Russian.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So every Ukrainian speaker would count for both Ukrainian + Russian columns of your survey.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A good amount of the above also count for other languages, e.g., Ukrainian+Russian+Hebrew or Ukrainian+Russian+Crimean Tatar .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While far from 100% of Russian speakers would count to other languages.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"Russian speaker\" quite often means \"Russian-only speaker\" .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Dare to claim that I have never seen a single \"Ukrainian-only speaker\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Tendency : Russian dominance is drastically decreasing since the moment of Russian invasion to Ukraine's Crimea and Donets'k/Luhans'k regions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even the older people (like myself) who, during the times of forced russification, were grown in a Russian-speaking environment, now attempt to speak Ukrainian in their families.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is no opposite process.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Age : The younger the more leaning toward Ukrainian.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a foreigner, what language should I choose to speak in Kyiv?\" — since this is Travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "SE, the OP may be also interested how a traveler chooses the language to use in Ukraine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would recommend to read Which languages to brush up on for Ukraine trip?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "question and its answers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This answer summarizes it very well:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your goal is to make an impression on locals I would definitely go with Ukrainian .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "At the moment, Russian language is associated with Russian invasion even though a lot of people still speak Russian.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For me speaking Russian in Ukraine is like going to WWII occupied France (1) and trying to speak German with French people .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I am not telling that you will get in trouble with Russian, but you could be more considerate to the local population.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source: I'm a citizen of Ukraine, born in Kyiv.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(1) For clarity and best accuracy, consider partially-occupied France in the period between 10 May – 25 June 1940 or France just after its liberation in 1944.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/26641/bb says Curb russian Trolls", "score": 42 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Both Ukrainian and Russian are commonly spoken in the city;approximately 75% of Kiev's population", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "responded \"Ukrainian\" to the2001 census question on their native language, roughly 25% responded\"Russian\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "According to a 2006 survey, Ukrainian is used at homeby 23% of Kievans, 52% use Russian and 24% switch between both.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Inthe 2003 sociological survey, when the question 'What language do youuse in everyday life?' was asked, 52% said 'mostly Russian', 32% 'bothRussian and Ukrainian in equal measure', 14% 'mostly Ukrainian', and4.3% 'exclusively Ukrainian'.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Quoted verbatim from Wikipedia .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source 1:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What languages are spoken in Ukraine?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "- Ukraine Magazine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source 2: Kiev:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The City, Its Inhabitants, Challenges for Today and the Future - Zerkalo Nedeli.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/41775/Revetahw says Reinstate Monica", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Someone told me most people mainly use Russian in everyday life and at home (which is what's relevant to this question), and Ukrainian in official contexts.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Is this accurate?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is fully accurate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Being in Kiev it is extremely rare to hear Ukrainian speech, even though a lot of the signs are in the official language.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "If you speak Russian it should be extremely easy to communicate.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "Source: traveling to Kiev a few times this year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/9009/JonathanReez", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In Kiev and many other regions use of Ukrainian has been increasing and instruction in most schools is in Ukrainian.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "The percentage of people speaking Ukrainian \"on the street\" is about 30% in Kiev, 40-80% in Zhytomyr, Vinnytsya, Khmelnytskyy, Chernivtsi, Mukacheve, and Uzhhorod, 5-10% in Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Odessa, 1-5% in Crimea, Donetsk, and Lugansk, and 80-98% in Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ternopil, Khmelnytskyy, and Lutsk (these are just approximations).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Rural areas have a significantly higher concentration of Ukrainian speakers and speakers of \"Surzhyk\" (Ukrainian mixed with Russian), however, the most literary Ukrainian is spoken by educated individuals in the cities.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Source: http://www.tryukraine.com/info/languages.shtml", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Last update Feb 2016", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're a Russian-speaker, you might have a hard time telling when someone's speaking Ukrainian.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I listened to \"Strelkov's\" news conference after the shootdown of the luckless MH17 airliner and couldn't immediately work out why someone was repeating what \"Strelkov\" had just said.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Then the penny dropped: he was \"translating\" into Russian, even though none of the words changed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52850/MMacD", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "My experience in late 2017 as someone who speaks neither language: learn the basic words/phrases in both.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Start with Ukrainian and let the other person reply in their preferred language.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No one was ever offended by my choice of language.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Like people everywhere, they are happy if you make an effort in either language.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/90343/Eric R", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Russian is more common and over 52% use it most of the time, but Ukranian is becoming more common and is used in schools and official settings. To make a good impression, Ukranian might be the better of the two, but it would be good to learn some basic words/phrases in both.", "If you speak Russian, it is very easy to communicate in the Ukraine. However, if you want to impress the locals, maybe learn Ukrainian. Most people in Ukraine are bilingual and they seem to choose which langauge to speak depending on the context. Ukrainian is increasingly used in schools and by much of the rural population. " ] ]

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[ [ "Learn Ukrainian if you want to impress the locals. Learn a few basic words in both languages.", "The majority of people in Kiev are bilingual, they speak Russian and Ukrainian.", "Use of Ukrainian is increasing and it especially widespread in rural areas. It seems people chose the langauge they use depending on the context. ", "It is very easy to communicate if you speak Russian." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The simple answer is, no, this won't be allowed in any normal hotel-hotel.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Very simply, use holidayrentals.co.uk or airBnB.com to rent a \"gite\" instead.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll save more money and it will be far more suitable for what you want.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can instantly find examples of what you want, https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p78239", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You mention a TWO WEEK stay so, indeed", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", it is very likely you would want to get a holiday rental, not stay at a hotel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that in most world regions now, there's a category of \"apartment hotels\" (sometimes \"suite hotels\" or \"long stay hotels\" or \"business hotels\" or \"aparthotels\" or \"apart-hotels\") that indeed have kitchens, example http://glasgow.frasershospitality.com/en/gallery.html (go to the third photo!)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and this can blend through to just renting a \"serviced apartment\",", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so: http://www.premiersuitesglasgow.eu which of course have kitchens, priced for corporations though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You are basically the perfect customer for holidayrentals.co.uk or airBnB.com.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "TIP - book EARLY as the small owners of holiday apartments, sell out weekends and short stays you know?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So it's hard to book two whole weeks, in some cases.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "TIP - for two weeks you can definitely pay less!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just politely email and say \"how much as you asking for a two week stay?\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Good luck!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19233/Fattie", "score": 59 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It's not just a matter of \"high-power electric equipment\", but of smell and dirt too:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "cooking is not an activity easy for the enviromnent, especially when with \"environment\" we mean \"a room the size of two beds and a wardrobe\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And although some hotels could allow for it, why not simply searching for an apartment?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Either on AirBnB or just on a booking site like Booking.com, you'll find lot of places with a stove included and you are allowed to cook whatever cross your mind.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or, you can find (but they are a bit rare) hotels with a floor kitchen and a common space to stay and eat.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I once found one in Barcelona and it was really really good.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27919/motoDrizzt", "score": 19 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "While I'm not familiar with the situation in Scotland specifically, it sounds like what you'd want is an extended stay hotel -- the ones I've stayed at within the US will tend to have in-room kitchens with at least a stovetop (no oven), a full-sized refrigerator, and at least a small set of pots and pans and cooking utensils.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4765/bogardpd", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For a room to be usable for cooking it has to fulfill 3 important criteria: Availability of sufficient power source (eg a powerful socket).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Moisture-resistant furniture and ventilation to remove the moisture that is released when cooking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sufficient fireproofing, that is not having easily flammable things like beds too close to a cooking station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's pretty obvious that typical hotel room fails at least points 2 & 3.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The closest thing would be a bathroom, but I guess you wouldn't like to cook next to a toilet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That's 2x \"no\" and one \"maybe\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "- if you can find a socket which allows such power draw.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Which results in no, you can't cook in a hotel room .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27261/Agent_L", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "TL;DR", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't in a hotel, use a hostel for cooking In the UK, there is only one type of socket commonly found, the 13A 230V, which is rated at just over 3kW.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(International type G, but no-one calls them that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mains_electricity_by_country ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is possible that the up-stream breaker (normally 32A) is not rated to allow all its sockets to draw 13A, as the hotel will expect them mainly to be used for charging devices.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, as they are likely to provide clothes irons for guests use, the socket will be able take at least 1kW.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The main problem you are likely have is that almost all hotel rooms have smoke detectors; The hotel management are likely to take a very dim view of triggering it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Stick to instant meals that can be made with hot water, there will be a small electric kettle in the room.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "However, If you DO want to cook when on your holidays, you can book into a youth hostel.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "They welcome guests of all ages, some have private rooms (dorms are more common), and there is a communal kitchen for you to use.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some restrict how many days you can stay at a time; you may need to split your holiday over 2 hostels.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For all hostels: http://www.hostels.com/england or http://www.hostelworld.com/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and there are probably other search sites for them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The largest association; you'll need to join either in the UK, or at home.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "http://yha.org.uk", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(England and Wales) https://www.syha.org.uk/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Scotland).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47175/CSM", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If the room has a stove and/or an oven then yes, you can cook in it.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "They won't install a stove if it wasn't meant to be used.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As others have said, most hotel rooms do not have kitchenettes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The closest I've seen in the US is Extended Stay hotels that have microwave, a fridge and a two heater stove but no oven.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43474/ventsyv", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can not cook food in most hotel rooms, many will even object to bringing externally bought food and drink to your room.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This makes sense when you remember that a significant part of a hotels business is about catering for you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some hotels will have a small number of self catering rooms but these tend to be for longer tenancies and you must book them explicitly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It sounds like what you want is not a hotel, but what is usually known as an aparthotel.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can also look for 'self catering' accommodation.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11740/Paul Smith", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "Most normal hotels will not allow this, and may even object to bringing food from outside the hotel. However, you could try some youth hostels with common cooking facilities, extended stay hotels and aparthotels with kitchen areas, Airbnb, Holidayrentals or other self catering accommodation.", "Cooking is not permitted in hotel rooms unless they are fitte with a cooker. Only instant meals are permissible. Travellers wishing to cook for themselves should prefer apartment rentals, hostels, long-stay hotels or aprthotels, all of which have cooking facilities." ] ]

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[ [ "You cannot cook in most hotel rooms, unless there is a kitchen in the room. Instant meals made with hot water are OK.", "Apartment rentals, hostels, long-stay hotels and aparthotels are all options that allow guest to cook their own meals." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I have spent a couple of short vacations in Las Vegas, touring the area during the day, having dinner and people watching in the evening.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have never encountered a requirement to gamble.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What you will face is an extremely sophisticated system for encouraging gambling, and encouraging losing more money than you intend.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You will not get from your room to a restaurant without being exposed to multiple opportunities to gamble.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Once in the restaurant, Keno runners will be there in case you want to place a bet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sit at a bar, and there will be computer poker screens set in the bar top.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are no time cues in casino spaces, so people tend to stay longer than they intend.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Personally, I just don't gamble in Las Vegas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "An alternative that works if you do want to gamble is to set aside a definite amount of money you can afford to lose, and stop gambling once that is gone.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19560/Patricia Shanahan", "score": 74 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is no obligation to gamble and the audit/reconciliation of guests would be a nightmare if there were.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Gamble as little as you want or nothing at all.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "High rollers on \"comps\" may have different arrangements but these are worked out in advance.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a standard guest you have nothing to worry about.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/49678/barbershopclosed", "score": 21 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I was not in Las Vegas in itself, but in Reno a long time ago which is also a gambling city.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hotels are, as you already indicated, very cheap.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While you have absolutely no obligation to gamble and you will not be even bothered if you are not interested, gambling cities and hotels have a strong commitment that you should gamble and increase the recklessness and giddiness of their customers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So I point out what you have to expect.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Vouchers for free gambling (not much money, only as a bait to startgambling).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Vouchers for free services like drinks and food; if you look out to findwhere it is served, you find that the casino is centralized and youcannot avoid looking at it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You are invited to drink alcohol and dance,both things which are known that they are \"opening up\" customers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will be bombarded with what I would call \"light and sound shower\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Blinkenlights and fanfares (I have won).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Luxuries (real and imitated) to show thatmoney is spent and that giving money does not matter ( Don't be a party pooper or cheapskate ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many artists are working in this area, not only magicians like Siegfried & Roy, performing stunts.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The reason is not only entertainment, dangerous (real or illusion) situations increases our adrenaline level and makes us prone to reckless decisions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The working personnel is looking like freshly gathered from a model show.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Interestingly not only women, but also eye candy for the LGBT community.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I think I do not need to point out that it does not increase rational, intelligent behavior.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/7442/Thorsten S.", "score": 18 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is no commitment at all to do so, though there will be plenty of cues encouraging you to do it.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Put bluntly, they don't need to chase skeptics like you when they have a steady stream of retirees waiting to deposit their social security checks directly into the nearest machine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They don't need to court you for a few dollars of your money when someone else will willingly give away the entirety of theirs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just don't expect anything to work in your favor.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One thing to be wary of is hotel personnel approaching you and leading you to think you're entitled to free/discount credits/tickets as a benefit of staying at the hotel, but after some prying it devolves into a commitment to attend timeshare presentations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/38185/Ivan", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Over the years I've spent a few nights in Las Vegas hotels.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There has never been the slightest pressure to gamble, just plenty of incentives.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There used to also be quite a bit of promotional activity directed at locals, over the years I'm up ~$50 on the casinos because of this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would accept the match play chips, play until they were gone and walk away.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Gambling doesn't hold the slightest interest to me so they're not going to lure me in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since the introduction of the loyalty cards, though, this has almost totally disappeared.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These days all I see are coupon books that offer discounts on the various restaurants etc within the casino.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't think I've seen a match play chip in the last decade.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1764/Loren Pechtel", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "There is no obligation to gamble and this would be a nightmare to enforce if there were, but there is a very sophisticated system in place to encourage you to gamble. Set aside an amount that you can afford to lose, or don't gamble at all.", "Guests are not obliged to gamble in Las vegas, hwoever, they will face many incentives and encouragement to do so. For thos who wish to gamble a little, it is recommended to set a spending limit. However, it is fine to not gamble at all. " ] ]

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[ [ "There is no obligation to gamble in Las Vegas but plenty of incentives and encouragement to do so.", "Guests can gamble as little as they want, or not at all. Setting yourself a limit for spending is recommended if you wish to gamble." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "For medium term flat rentals (1-2 months) you could look to Airbnb which works in about any place by now.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Probably cheaper would be if you can find a private place as a temporary short-term rental ( Zwischenmiete in German) at WG-gesucht which is typically young people renting out their places while away for internships/vacations/... 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"author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53646/user4867444", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've lived in House of Nations Studentenapartments Berlin for a short time.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "The quality of the housing is just average, but you avoid the possible hassles with finding and renting a room from a private individual on WG-Gesucht (which is otherwise a good choice, and typically cheaper) and you can do more or less everything in English.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Check also CentralHome – First Choice Berlin .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/7835/Federico Poloni", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have rented a few times in Berlin and other German cities through REM", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "e.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "V., Ring Europäischer Mitwohnzentralen .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was always the case of someone going overseas for a few months/years and looking for someone to cover their rent while they were gone.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I found the people there to be friendly, helpful and efficient.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3390/Mawg says reinstate Monica", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Regarding Berlin in particular, it is often illegal to turn an apartment with long-term rental (housing) into one with vacation rental (tourism).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a rough approximation, it would be a violation of zoning laws (Zweckentfremdungsverbot).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Politics and law enforcement have been slow to catch up with the massive growth of online portals, but they are starting to do so now.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The legal problems will be for the landlord, not for you, but I would not rely on the likes of AirBnB until that is settled.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, you will have to register with the municipal authorities as a resident (after arrival), that may be difficult without a proper rental contract.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In all likelihood the Bürgeramt will only process your registration after you have left, but you have to go through the motions anyway.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27778/o.m.", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "\"I understand that your question is about renting an apartment, but why don’t you ask somebody to “borrow you the keys” from his apartment?!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Last summer I visited Spain with my friends, one of them had found a good apartment for us in Barcelona for free.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We lived there for about a month and were very thankful to the owner for his fearlessness and trust;)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I learned that my friend had found a new service of home exchange or house-swap, easy to register and use, and we stayed for free due to this awesome service.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Thus I recommend to find a family that can leave their flat for you here", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "http://swap-house.com/host/germany/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I hope it will be useful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Good luck\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53761/Emily Lane", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "You can find medium-term flat rentals on Airbnb or WG-gesucht, which is often apartments rented by young people while away for internships/vacations. Tripping.com also aggregates search results from many vacation rental websites. CentralHome – First Choice Berlin is also worth checking.", "Airbnb appears to be the best option for a medium term rental in Berlin. Other options include CentralHome - First Choice Berlin and House of Nations Studentapartments." ] ]

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[ [ "Airbnb and short-term rentals seem to be the options for a two-month stay in Berlin.", "House of Nations Studentapartments and CentralHome-First Choice Berlin are alternatives to Airbnb." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Flights JQ747/JQ748 are to/from Launceston Airport , which does not have aerobridges : Facilities at Launceston airport do not include aerobridges to board or disembark aircraft.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "All access onto the aircraft is via aircraft stairs or mechanical lifting equipment (Personal Assistance Device) operated by the airlines.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would strongly advise you to contact the airline and notify them that you will likely need assistance, and arrive early for check in so you can ensure they're ready.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the Sydney side, Jetstar flights typically do use aerobridges, but these are some bus-only gates as well.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The airline will be able to advise you regarding this as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for a generic way to find out, I suppose you could always look at the airport in the satellite view on Google Maps , but even if the airport has gates does not guarantee that your flight will use them.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "So, again, contacting the airline is by far your best bet.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1893/lambshaanxy", "score": 52 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is no way to guarantee either.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Aircraft parking assignments are planned in advance, but subject to change without prior notice due to various reasons, such as the previous flight using the gate being delayed.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You can decrease the risk of a bus gate (stairs) by choosing flights that come and go during the daytime, early evening, as they do their best to park turn around flights at the gate for more efficient loading and unloading.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Flights that arrive late or depart very early may use aircraft that park overnight, which would be more likely to use a bus gate to keep jet bridges open for turn arounds.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But if the flight uses a bus gate or stairs, then all airlines and airports have means to board passengers with mobility issues, ranging from simply carrying a specially designed wheelchair up the stairs, to using a lift truck to move the passenger and wheelchair up to one of the service doors.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 36 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It is not the flight/plane themselves that could be the problem, but the airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your friend's family member needs extra help to board the plane, then they should ask the airport/airline directly for assistance.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "(As soon as possible) For example, I assume they will go to Launceston airport in Tasmania.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They have a \"disability/accessibility plan\" that supports different disability (wheelchairs and other ) https://www.launcestonairport.com.au/accessibility", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I assume Sydney Airport has the same kind of assistance.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Either jet-bridges if boarding from the airport, or ramps (or elevators)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "if boarding from the tarmac.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8279/Max", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As far as I am aware there is no generic way to discover this information.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "See the discussion at Ryanair", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Using Jetbridges, Where? about this topic where a Ryanair crewmember was unsure whether they use it at BUD or not as it was not his/her route and also someone pointed out sometimes it's just \"depends\" and that easyJet some places uses both .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4188/chx", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Trying to address your need rather than answer your question directly: Visit the airport's website.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Figure out the best telephone number to call regarding service for passengers with disabilities/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "special needs (it might just be some single center service number of course).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Call and tell them about your friend's physical trouble, and ask them how can it be arranged for him not to be inconvenienced/suffer any pain.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Suggest options such as: Ensuring an air-bridge; offering to take him out via an elevator down to the tarmac, then using a mobile lifter to the airplane's entrance; or whatever arrangement they suggest that I might not have though of (ramps?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "being carried on a chair?).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd say that's the best you can do in your situation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33321/einpoklum", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If the airport is small it may not have bridges and thus you know it will be stairs.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Otherwise you can't know as it can be situational:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"They don't have a gate for us, we are going to use stairs.\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's happened to me twice at major (admittedly foreign) airports.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And since I wrote this I've had to use stairs twice at major US airports.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Seattle has some \"gates\" that are always actually stairs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1764/Loren Pechtel", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "There is no generic way of finding out in airports where both are used, and the airport can change gates without prior notice. Launceston Airport does not have aerobridges and Sydney has both aerobridges and bus-only gates, but all airports will have ways of accommodating disabled persons, and you can contact them ahead of time to notify them.", "It is genrally not possible to know how your flight will be boarded in advance, i.e., using an aerobridge or stairs. If a passenger has moblity issues, it is recommended thy contact the ailrine which will provide boarding assistance in any case." ] ]

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[ [ "There is no generic way to know if a flight will be boarded via aerobridge or stairs. Small airports may not have aerobridges and large airports may board some flights via stairs.", "It is best to contact the airline if you have a mobility problem and they will arrange to provide assistance wtahtever the method of boarding." ] ]

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make your connections and keep the wallet happy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The Marshalls are tiny and remote, and consequently flight connections (specifically, to Majuro , the only airport of any size) are extremely limited .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Getting there from Bangkok will involve at least two hops.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The only two airports with longer-distance connections to Majuro are Guam (GUM) and Honolulu (HNL).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your least bad option will thus likely involve flying to Tokyo or maybe Seoul (both well connected on LCCs like Air Asia), then continuing via GUM/HNL; Rome2Rio claims to have Tokyo-Majuro flights for as little as $900.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1893/lambshaanxy", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "United flies 3 times a week non-stop from Honolulu<->Majuro.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "That's about $1500,- round trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "BKK", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "<-> HNL round trip will run you about $1000 (ANA in January) and as little as $750 if you are willing to deal with crappy routing on Korean.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So you should be able to do this for $2500 or less, but you need to buy two separate tickets and make sure you select the non-stop dates for the HNL<->MAJ legs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Tip: great website for \"who flies where when\": www.flightconnections.com.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Just click on the destination and all scheduled routes pop up.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "TL;DR About $2000, and Brisbane!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The two sites best for working out your options are Flightconnections.com which shows you a map of nonstop routes FlightMapper.net which gives you a list of direct flights In this particular case, looking at the Majuro connection list from FlightMapper we see that there is a direct flight to Nauru, and checking the flight number for that clues us in that Nauru Airlines has bookable Brisbane-Majuro flights.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "That sets our stopover at Brisbane, which makes further research trivial, Thai has nonstop daily flights for starters.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since this was an interesting problem, as I live in Bangkok too and visiting Bikini Atoll is on the bucket list along with every other World Heritage Site", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", I wrote this process up with complete pictures here,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "FlightMapper Flight Finding: $5521 to $2052 stop by and check it out!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/68824/Alex Curylo", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is a island hopper flying between Guam and Honolulu 3 times per week (in each direction).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This flight stops in the Marshall Islands and a few other places (Chuuk, Pohnpei etc).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I went to Pohnpei last year on this flight and it is a rather straightforward flight, the airplane is actually a Boeing 737 (would have expected something smaller).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Flight numbers UA154 and UA155 if my memory serves me right.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One very important thing to be aware of is that although you might not have any plans of leaving the airport at Guam, you need a visa/ESTA for the US!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You also need to pick up your luggage and check it in again, which also means that you have to follow US regulations and treat the trip as if your final destination was the US.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When it comes to prices and flight times there really are no ways of getting around this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for booking the flights I did it through a travel agent since we took this flight as a part of an around the world trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, I would consider doing the same even if you are justing going to the Marshall Islands, simply because it is such a rare flight to book and having an experienced travel agent that can find the best combination with other flights and assist if anything goes wrong is very good to have.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is going to be a costly trip anyway, so spending that little extra is something I view as a good investment.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As to where to book the layover you are really limited by when the island hopper flights are going.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most likely you have to make this layover in Guam whether you want to or not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The airport is open 24/7, so you can sleep on the floor if you want or book a hotel in the city.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Although the airport is open all the time the check-in counters are not, so make sure to check when you can drop off your luggage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We decided to do it before they closed in the evening, went down to the city (taxies are available, possible to walk around 4 km if you really want to save a few $) and came back close to midnight to sleep in the terminal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": 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[ [ "You need to research possible connections for the trip on a site like www.flightconnections.com. The best solution would probably be to fly from Tokyo, Seoul of Honolulu, which are all much better connected and cheaper.", "To find flights to remote locations a special website can be used, www.flightconnectionc.com is one. Flights to the Marshall Islands from Bangkok go either via Tokyo and Guam or Honolulu." ] ]

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[ [ "Finding remote flights requires a special website: www.flightconnections.com works well. The first thing to do is find who flies to your destination and work backwards.", "Options from Bangkok to the Marshall Islands include going via Tokyo and Guam or Honolulu." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "There is a large variety of options for travel from Newark Airport to Manhattan.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I have assumed you're travelling to the Port Authority Bus Terminal (as per the bounty), a short walk from Times Square.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have listed them below in decreasing order of both convenience and price .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Take a direct taxi - $55 plus tip , tolls ($8-10), baggage fees and a $5 rush-hour fee.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Count on ~$70-$80 all in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A shared van service, for example Supershuttle .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "They pick you and a bunch of other passengers up and drop you each off at your own destination.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "$23 each way Take the Newark Airport Express bus .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Departs directly outside each terminal on level 1. $16 one-way, or $28 round trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This goes straight to the aforementioned Port Authority Bus Terminal", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The NJ Transit Train .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Follow signs to the AirTrain on arrival and buy a ticket to Penn station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is one change of train, from the airport monorail to a \"proper\" train.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "$13 each way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This lands you at New York Penn Station which is a 10-minute walk from the bus terminal or Times Square.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The following two solutions are included for completeness; I doubt they'd be suitable for yourself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Take the #62 bus to Newark Penn Station ($1.60, exact change), and change for the NJ Transit Train (the same one as you'd take from the Airport, but for a lower fare) heading for Penn Station for $5.25.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Total cost of $6.85 .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Take the same bus to Newark Penn Station, buy a Pay-Per-Ride Metrocard with $10 credit on it from one of the PATH vending machines and use same to travel on the PATH train to World Trade Center, changing there for the Subway A or C train to \"42 Street - Port Authority Bus Terminal\" Station.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that this is a reusable card valid for the Subway and NYC buses, and $10 is exactly enough for a round trip from the Newark Penn Station to any New York Subway station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You may wish to add more if you intend to use the Subway during your stay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Total cost of $6.60 , not including the one-off card fee of $1.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/17187/jacoman891", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If your destination is lower Manhattan, you can take the New Jersey Transit bus to Newark Penn Station and then take the PATH train from there to the World Trade Center.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This is especially attractive if you have a relatively small amount of luggage, as the total fare is around $6, but it involves carrying your luggage around.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is also possible to change to a different PATH train that will take you to Christopher Street or to any of four stations on Sixth Avenue between 9th and 33rd Streets.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19400/phoog", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "My experience was to be met by a stretched limo with a local driver (Mitch)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "- I recommend it, best I know of.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4995/pnuts", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You have multiple options: By rail.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Read more about it on NJ Transit official website http://www.njtransit.com/rg/rg_servlet.srv?hdnPageAction=AirportConnectionsTo By bus.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I think it costs around $20-25.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can always ask at Information Desk at the airport where the bus stops and how much is it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "By taxi.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "They have flat fee.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Probably around $50-70 depends what part of Manhattan you are going to.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't forget tolls and tips.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/40571/k1rushqa", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "An economical and convenient way to get to the Port Authority bus terminal in Midtown Manhattan is to take the AirTrain Newark (a monorail) to the airport railway station, and from there catch an NJ Transit commuter train to New York Penn Station, from where it is a single subway stop (line A, C or E) to Port Authority terminal.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This route will take roughly 50 minutes and cost 15.75 dollars in total.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are also direct buses from the airport to the Port Authority terminal, which cost USD 17.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "However, be warned that congestions on this road, as in much of urban America, can be disastrous and lead to a very long travel time unless buses have dedicated lanes on the road from Newark to New York.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39782/Crazydre", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "There are many options, including a taxi ($55 plus tip, tolls, baggage fees and rush-hour fee), shuttle bus, #62 bus to Newark Penn Station ($1.60) and then switching to the NJ Transit Train to Penn Station ($5.25) or the PATH train to World Trade Center and then the Subway A or C train to \"42 Street - Port Authority Bus Terminal\". You an also take the AirTrain Newark (a monorail) to the airport railway station, and from there catch an NJ Transit commuter train to New York Penn Station. Finally, there are also direct buses from the airport to the Port Authority terminal, which cost $17.", "The options for travelling from Newark Airport to Manhatten are: train, bus, taxi or shared van." ] ]

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[ [ "The options for travelling from Newark Airport to Manhatten are: train, bus, taxi or shared van." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Monaco - Monte-Carlo is the only railway station in the Principality of Monaco", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4995/pnuts", "score": 32 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Monaco (another European city-state) has only one train station .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Vatican City also has only one train station .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A tourist train serviced it weekly from Italy in 2015, but it is not clear if it is still running.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47855/Robert Columbia", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "At time of writing -- but not for much longer -- the railway network in Laos consists of a single station, Thanaleng (near the capital Vientiane), which has passenger services only across the Mekong river to Nong Khai, Thailand: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thanaleng_railway_station", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, in 2021 the Vientiane-Boten link across the country to China is scheduled to open, and this will have a number of domestic stations: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vientiane%E2%80%93Boten_railway", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1893/lambshaanxy", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Actually all trains in Liechtenstein are Austrian (since 1872) , with locomotive / conductor change in Buch, Switzerland.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In 1970, the passport control was done (for Switzerland) by a Liechtenstein police officer who got on the train in Buch and off at the first Austrian station Feldkirch without stopping.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On request my passport was stamped with a Liechtenstein stamp.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/95267/Mark Johnson", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Since early 2018, there is passenger train service between Ethiopia and Djibouti .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "It appears that all trains go from Addis Ababa to Djibouti City, so all trains in both countries are effectively international trains.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "However, there are at least two passenger stops in each country, so it is also possible to take this train domestically; I'm not sure whether this counts under the criteria of the question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Moreover, there are other passenger lines under construction in Ethiopia , and once these are completed and begin passenger service, there will be both domestic and international passenger trains in Ethiopia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/31165/Michael Seifert", "score": 5 } } ]

[ [ "Monaco and the Vatican City only have one station, and Laos has a single station (Thanaleng) that only has passenger services to Nong Khai, Thailand. Ethiopia and Djibouti have one station each, with trains only travelling from Addis Ababa to Djibouti.", "Monaco, Vatican City and Laos all have only one station that has a rail service to another country. Ethiopia and Djibouti have only one railway line that connects Addis Ababa to Djibouti City." ] ]

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[ [ "Monaco has only one station as does Vatican City.", "Laos has one railway line connecting to Thailand.", "Ethipia and Djibouti are connected by one railway line." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "While Google Maps may not provide offline maps for this area, OpenStreetMap has mapped Cairo pretty well.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There is a large number of apps for offline maps based on OpenStreetMap.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My favorite so far is Locus Map.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Locus Map has different data sources, some allow downloading, some don't.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"4UMaps\" is one that works for Cairo.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Another app I tested is MapFactor Navigator.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This one features good car navigation, but is generally slower than Locus Map.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are many more apps, but that would be a different question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The bottom line is: look for an app based on OpenStreetMap that allows downloading areas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The ones I named are a good example to start with.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18329/helm", "score": 21 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "My favourite app for exactly this purpose is Maps.me .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "They allow you to download countries or provinces/states, depending on the area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can add your own locations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They recently added driving and walking directions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2271/MastaBaba", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Another answer for OpenStreetMap, but I like OsmAnd~.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While less polished than others", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I find it's more usable in practice than Maps.me, though YMMV.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Only trouble is it's a bit of a pain to install - OsmAnd itself costs money in the Play Store but (since it's open-source)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "there's a free redistribution available through F-Droid, an Android package manager.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33051/Muzer", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yet another great option is the free app HERE WeGo.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It allows to download free offline navigation worldwide.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's available for iOS and Android", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The size of the offline map for Egypt is about 350MB.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Unlike most Open Street Map based solutions, the app if a full offline navigation with Car/foot/public-transport routing (depending on location, I am not sure if public-transport is available in Cairo)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can check the quality of the map on the web version .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13112/Josef says Reinstate Monica", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Google Maps is quite important in Cairo because of traffic jams.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You're best option is to buy a really cheap sim card with internet once you land in Cairo.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This will be much more useful than any other option.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Getting from Point A to point B in Cairo could take an hour more if you choose the jammed way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A Taxi driver would speculate which route is faster at which time and as another answer said they know the city pretty well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Its really cheap to take a taxi in Egypt(e.g 10min", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "about 3km can cost 0.5 Euro), however for a tourist you might not get those prices.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Another good option however(also via Internet) is uber.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Almost all drivers use google maps and can get you to your destination via the fastest route.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However they are usually new as uber drivers and do not know the city as taxi drivers do", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56195/M.C.", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Print off online ones (preferably in colour).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Cairo is a big city and something legible to cover all of it that way would not be practical but that should not be necessary since most people would use taxis to get from place to place if far apart.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Taxi drivers know the city quite well and will head towards the right area and ask once there if not sure of the exact location of a particular address.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that even the best maps may be misleading.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I walked hours longer than necessary because Google showed the entrance to my hotel on one street and, though the same block, it was on another.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Then a large building I was using as a reference was not the one I thought it was - Google had \"vanished\" the one I thought into a park, for security reasons.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Consequently I was one quadrant out until I found a different landmark.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If staying in a hotel it is quite likely to have a city guide, both a free fold-out sheet and books.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4995/pnuts", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This Cairo city map gets OK reviews on Amazon but it is a bit old (2005).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A review for an equally old map says: There are no good maps of Cairo.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Period.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is probably the best of them but Cairo is a huge city so there are lots of streets that are not shown.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, despite the cover, this map is English ONLY, which is a real weakness.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is also very large, so you end up folding it into something usable, which ends up tearing the corners.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I usually download maps directly to my Garmin device from http://garmin.openstreetmap.nl .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some companies, such as Everywhere maps and globes in Toronto, Canada, can get the best available topographic and mapping data and print it on demand for you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But you likely won't get anything better than the old paper city maps or Openstreetmap quality.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2509/gerrit", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "On google maps if there is no off-line option you can type \"ok google\" to save the map.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "That being said, it worked for me in Germany where no offline button was given, not in the UK (where there was an offline button) a week later.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have no idea if it goes deeper than just if there was the button there or not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56145/PStag", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I just used maps.me on my iPhone in Cairo (and Luxor) last month", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "(Dec 16).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The maps seemed very accurate)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "although they didn't tell you exactly what kind of neighborhood you'd be getting into).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My paper tourist map would have been totally inadequate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Interestingly, as soon as I left the tourist areas, nobody bothered (or even looked at) me, and I don't look remotely Egyptian.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56212/gscott", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Google Maps is quite important in Cairo because of traffic jams. If you can't get a cheap SIM card, you can also save the map by typing \"OK Google\". Other services that provide maps for the area are OpenStreetMap, 4UMaps, Maps.me, HERE WeGo.", "There are a number of map apps that work well for Cairo. However, buying a sim card at the airport will allow you to use Google Maps. An alternative is to print out the online version in colour." ] ]

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[ [ "There are a number of map apps that can be used for Cairo. ", "Google Maps is important in Cairo so it may be better to buy a sim card. An alternative is to print out the online version in colour. " ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I will interpret your question as \"is it normal practice to tip an Uber driver in London?\"---otherwise it would be off topic as opinion-based.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No , it is not expected to tip Uber drivers.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It is also not expected to tip other kinds of taxi drivers in London, except that you might round up to the nearest convenient change if paying in cash.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Your Uber driver will be quite happy to be doing an LHR to SW1 transfer as it is.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/29377/Calchas", "score": 27 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As others have said, there is no need.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But I'd like to point you to something else.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't use an Uber from LHR.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is just going to cause you hassle.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Use the tube to get to SW1, Picadilly line till South Kensington and then District line for 2 stops to take you to the middle of SW1.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your thought of taking an uber was because you'll have a lot of luggage, us ea service like airportr to bring it to your address, it'll be cheaper than the taxi and less faff, especially with a lot of luggage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If time is at a premium, the fastest way would be Heathrow express to Paddington", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and then a taxi / uber or tube.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "First trains leave around 5 am so even the first arrivals are no problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Seriously, don't drive from Heathrow into central London.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56542/ic_fl2", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The simple answer is NO.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There is no tip with Uber in London UK.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43348/Laurent", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From the drivers perspective, Uber's policy on tipping is the following: If someone wants to tip the driver, the driver has to say \"It is not necessary to tip the driver when using Uber\" If the person insists on the tip, the driver can accept it", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Any driver I met would first say no to a tip, but then they would accept if I insist.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I only do that if the service is really good.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56523/Aston", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In general we tip when we get a good service; if a waitress served us well then we tip her.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So why we don't do that for Uber drivers?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Well, simple answer:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can tip him, it will not cause any harm.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From a Uber forum : You cannot tip from the app", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but you can give me him cash.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, there is this link about drivers who added a sign for tips .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8398/Moudiz", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "It is not necessary or expected to tip Uber or other kinds of taxi drivers in London, although the driver can accept a tip if the passenger insists.", "There is no need to tip a uber driver or any taxi driver in London. Uber states a driver should first refuse a tip if it is offered. The driver can accept if the passenger insists." ] ]

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[ [ "There is no need to tip a uber driver or any taxi driver in London. Uber states a driver should first refuse a tip if it is offered. The driver can accept if the passenger insists." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I also posted an answer in the linked thread, though your case is slightly different.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For reference, I lived in Java and now in Bali.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's not impossible that there are some hotels that will give you trouble, though I find it highly unlikely with neither of you actually being Indonesian.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As usual, money speaks and most places would rather make money than enforce religious traditions.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Especially in tourist locations (and I doubt you'll go that far 'off the beaten path' that I would not consider it a tourist place)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I can speak from personal experience that I did manage to rent a room with my Indonesian Muslim former girlfriend before.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I can assure you that on Bali and the Gilis you will have no trouble, extremely unlikely in Jogja too, but in some remote places in Borneo", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it's possible (but still unlikely)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you'll have to try another hotel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/28272/Sebastiaan van den Broek", "score": 41 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You are an unmarried couple of mixed religion.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But do you have to disclose either?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The easiest solution, if neither of you has any objection to doing so , is faking both a marriage and a shared religion.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most likely it's enough to just not disclose anything that may lead them to think otherwise.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16546/SQB", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Law says extra-marital sex is forbidden for Indonesian.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Foreigner do whatever they please.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "And the mixed religion couple is no problem either.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There are many mixed religion couple in Indonesia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They have to get married in Singapore, but this is a totally legal (and admitted) situation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even in Aceh", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I know Aceh quite well) you won't have any problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13378/Madlozoz", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Haha.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I traveled around Indonesia with a woman who was in fact my wife, but she carried a different country's passport and we certainly didn't bring a marriage license with us.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nobody challenged us --", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "that may have been the wedding rings or the two small children in tow, or just the fact that hotel staff have better things to do with their time than turn away paying customers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/405/Malvolio", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'll share my experience now that I have travelled and came back from Indonesia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Absolutely no problem at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In most of the hotels, they didn't even asked about the religion.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some did, but more in a friendly, curious way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We always stated that we are a married couple, just in case.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We slept in hotels in Jogjakarta, Jakarta, Cemoro Lewang, Banyuwangi, Semarang, Ubud, Gili Air and Sanur.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hope it helps somebody in the same situation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55127/sbyd", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Well, \"Indonesia\" is a big word.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And a big world by itself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "First of all, it all comes to who is the subject: Muslim law has nothing to say over kafir, it's (mostly) their own problem what they do with their lives.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, when it's about touristic areas or hotels for tourists, you are mostly free to do whatever you want.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This does not apply, anyway, to privately owned places; in short, if you book a guest house or an apartment, or things like AirBnB...the owner has all the rights to prohibit your staying once he discovers that you are an unmarried couple; I've seen myself this in a couple of place in Indonesia, there were signs stating it.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "But keep in mind that all of this depends on the island, too, and the area:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bali is out of question, it is the only big Indonesian island to notbe Muslim, so they never make troubles there.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Gili is another touristic destination, so they'll just ignore mostly everything Jawa can be complicate depending on the area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Basically it's mostly Muslim, but there are part of Jawa which are more free and some which are more strict.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But again, if you limit yourself to normal hotels nobody will ever have something to say.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Maybe in rural areas do not kiss in public, but Yogja is hardly rural :-)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(while I hade my share of shivers, I must admit it, in Lumajang)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Final point is, obviously, if you are recognizable as a Muslim.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "That the case, it can become very complicate even in a normal hotel as someone can get offended by your lack of respect for the tradition (not me, ok?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just saying, not implying anything), but as a Muslim yourself you already know it, and anyway you wrote in comments that you are not recognizable as such.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27919/motoDrizzt", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "The easiest solution might be to fake a marriage and shared religion, but as you are both foreigners this will probably not be a problem. Bali would be a lot more open than other parts of the country, and you might be more likely to be refused if you booked a private guest house or apartment rather than a hotel.", "In general it easy to travel as an unmarried couple in Indonesia if you are travelling in tourist areas and staying in hotels. Problems may arise with individual owners on airbnb especially if one member of the couple is recognisable as a muslim. An option may be to pretend to be married." ] ]

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[ [ "Travelling as a mixed-religion unmarried couple is not considered a problem in the tourist areas. Foreigners basically do as they like and nobody cares. Bali is not muslim so there would be no problem there.", "Problems may occur with airbnb as the apartments are owned by private individuals who may object to unmarried couples, especially if the muslim person is recognisable as a muslim. Maybe pretending to be married is an option." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Most travellers will not be physically screened however there's no certainty alas.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The TSA prefers what they call \"Advanced Imaging Technologies\" (AIT) compared to what they call \"physical screening\".", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "However, if the AIT produces an alarm you will be get the \"physical screening\" as you can find in the Privacy Impact Assessment Update forTSA Advanced Imaging Technology.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And to make things worse, recently they have added that now the \"front of the hand may be needed\" to the Security Screening page: A pat-down may include inspection of the head, neck, arms, torso, legs, and feet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This includes head coverings and sensitive areas such as breasts, groin, 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the same gender.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4188/chx", "score": 21 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If the concern is Haphephobia , then yes, you are likely to pass through all screening without being touched.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "However, be aware that this is not guaranteed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The biggest risk is when entering the terminal because if you set of any alarm, either in the mag or scanner, it will have to be resolved, usually by a pat-down of the suspected area.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "The reduce this possibility, be sure to wear no metal or dense items, including jewelry , while passing through TSA line.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And, be sure your clothes are dry as water spots confuse the image processor.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You would only be touched by CBP if sent to Secondary Screening and they suspect you may be concealing something on your person.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will be physically searched if drugs are suspected and possibly for currency.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Much, much less so for an Agriculture or Duty violation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, carry no food products or illicit drugs through Customs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nothing that would give the detector dogs reason to even look at you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Country of origin for the arriving flight is a factor in screening methods due to the prevalence of drug trafficking from certain regions.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46803/Johns-305", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "TSA uses advanced imaging technology to safely screen passengers at the checkpoint.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Advanced imaging technology uses automated target recognition software that eliminates passenger-specific images and instead auto-detects potential threats by indicating their location on a generic outline of a person.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The full-body scanners used in all airports since May 2013 are called \"millimeter wave\" machines, which bounce electromagnetic waves off the traveler to provide an animated image where a suspicious item might be located.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The TSA no longer uses the backscatter scanners that produced near-naked images of travelers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Passengers may decline, in some instances, and opt for a physical screen, in which an officer of the same gender does a pat down search, and which, on request, can be done in a private area away from public view.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "“Generally, passengers undergoing screening will still have the option to decline a (full-body) screening in favor of physical screening,” said Bruce Anderson, a TSA spokesman.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "“However, some passengers will be required to undergo (full-body) screening if warranted by security considerations in order to safeguard transportation security.”", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And, as reference, TSA has a 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}, { "text": "However, it might just happen that even in those more \"relaxed\" locations, security procedures can be changed without prior notice.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes, random people are picked for a more thorough screening.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At some airports with the tighter security procedures, you are given the option to remove parts of your clothing (like shoes or the belt)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so they can be inspected without someone getting too close to you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Belts and shoes are often touched by officials as they are assumed to be good places to conceal illegal items.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "if you carry medical equipment on your body (an insuline pump, a CGM, a heart monitor or such things), this equipment might receive additional attention.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some insuline pumps can be detached, others will need to be replaced when removed from the body.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "CGM sensors will also typically be unusable once removed and need to be replaced as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you insist that these devices remain stuck to your body, security officials might want to touch them (not necessarily with their hands, but with a \"broom\" to collect chemical traces from the surface of this equipment).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/58645/Klaws", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "On an unpredictable basis I would say we have been touched roughly 1 time in 20.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Beyond that we have drawn searches for things that we had some control over: 1)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Two layers of clothing will likely prompt a search.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A couple of times flying out of a cold place I was wearing thermal underwear--which has always drawn a search. 2) Large areas of solid or quasi-solid material in your carry-on baggage will confuse the x-ray people and generally lead to a search.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Avoid anything that's going to look like a blob on the x-ray.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "3)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On my last flight I got a full pat-down due to medical liquids--something that has never happened in the past.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm not sure if it's changed procedures or that I drew a guy who didn't really know what he was doing (kept asking other agents for guidance.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Previously it's always just been", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "their test strip waved over the bottle (I've never been carrying anything that had to remain sterile.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This has only been the security people when boarding an airplane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Never once have we been touched by the customs and immigration people other than incidental contact while handing documents one way or the other.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": 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[ [ "You are likely to pass through the screening without being touched, as the TSA prefers advanced imaging technology to physical screening. However, if you set off an alarm or were suspected of concealing something on your person, this would need to be resolved with a pat down.", "Most people arriving in the US will not be touched during screening as TSA uses Advanced Imaging Technology. However, a passenger may be subjected to secondary screening if there is a suspicion they are carrying drugs, they have set off an alarm or because of the country of origin of their flight." ] ]

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[ [ "Most people pass through screening on arrival in the US without being touched as TSA uses advanced screening technology. ", "Reasons for subjecting a pssenger to a pat-down include setting off an alarm, suspicion they are carrying drugs and the country of origin of the flight." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Three things are inevitable: Death, taxes and noise .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That being said, there are really levels of quietness and some places are nearly silent.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Probably some of the quietest place is the desert.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Camping in the desert affords remoteness from construction and there is little sounds of nature.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Remote islands are also an excellent choice.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Currently, I am in La Digue which has apparently less than 10 vehicles on the island.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is not much wildlife either, so I pretty much here nothing most of the day and night except other tourists talking at the beach or in restaurants.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even then, it never gets loud here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are plenty of vehicle-free islands around the world which can provide a very quiet environment, specially arid ones which usually feature less wildlife.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A jungle or cloud-forest lodge gets pretty quiet from human noises but the wilderness is alive at night.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have had several stays in the Amazon and several jungles in Central America, and I can say that there are plenty of sounds at night when trying to sleep.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Except for howler monkeys of Guatemala, a good set of ear-plugs greatly helped.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For cities, it really varies", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I had great joy in spending time in pedestrian cities in Croatia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Dubrovnik, Korcula, Split and Zadar all have pedestrian-only centers that are much more quiet than typical cities.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "So much that when I reached Zagreb, it took my a while to notice why it was much more noisy there: motor vehicles.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also those historic cties have very little construction going on since the buildings are already densely packed and kept for historical value.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Be sure not to choose a hotel near a disco, bar or the like, since that can create quite a racket that reaches a few buildings.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4801/Itai", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You would do worse than travelling to somewhere like Green Bank, West Virginia, which is in the middle of the National Radio Quiet Zone, where electromagnetic emissions are heavily controlled.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "This means fewer cars, practically no mobile phones, no construction, no loud music (speakers bleed EM badly) etc etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While its a Radio quiet zone, this equates to a lot of things which make audible noise, hence my suggestion. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_National_Radio_Quiet_Zone", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/29788/Moo", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Many cities have laws regarding noise levels, but your definition of quiet is probably a lot more restrictive than what will be written into law.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are many areas in the world that have banned vehicles (typically electric vehicles are permitted) and there is often an overlap between 'sleepy, rustic town' and these vehicle-free zones.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While that's not a cuarantee of quiet, it may be a start.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Try checking out the list on Wikipedia .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/40319/Brian R", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Speaking for the US, most, maybe all, municipalities have noise or general nuisance ordinances, however, I would not rely on this as any sort of guarantee or even expectation.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "There will always be exemptions, especially during the day for normal activities such as construction or social events.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The physical location will be much greater determining factor, specifically the relative remoteness of the destination.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have considered such vacations before and focused on the 'cabin in the woods' type location.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46803/Johns-305", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Death Valley.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This ad literally says \"Quiet you can feel on your skin.\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/59078/Anonymous Man", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Absolutely North!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "North/South Poles, Grenland, Iceland, Alaska.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Peace and quiet guaranteed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/59070/parsecer", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "You could travel to cities with pedestrian-only centres like Dubrovnik, Korcula, Split and Zadar, or find municipalities with noise or general nuisance ordinances, but these may not guarantee quiet. One promising location is Green Bank, West Virginia, which is in the middle of the National Radio Quiet Zone, where electromagnetic emissions are heavily controlled.", "In terms of keeping things calm and quite there are a few laws that keep the peace such as, pedestrian only zones that can be found in Dubrovnik, Korcula, Split and Zadar, general nuisance laws that are inforced in most US municipalities and even national radio quite zones that can be found in Green Bank and West Verginia" ] ]

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[ [ "Dubrovnik, Korcula, Split and Zadar all have special \"pedestrain only\" areas that control the overall noise out within the environment ", "In terms of the US most municipalities have general nuisance ordinances", "Green Bank and West Virginia are in the middle of National Radio Quiet zones which keep loud radio and phone music to a minimum." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I can think of two reasons.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One, sadly, you have disallowed, which is the legroom answer.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But what if the answer actually is about legroom?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since I don't have enough room for my knees, I have to straighten my legs, which requires me to put my feet under the seat in front of me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It seems to me that if passengers were supposed to put bags under their own seat, people would be fighting over that space more than they already are.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The other reason is safety.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "That space has a bar to keep the things in there from sliding forward in a crash.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This serves as a barrier between the space and the occupant of the seat above.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the bar were at the back of the seat instead of the front, it would allow things to fly into the aisle between the rows, injuring passengers' feet or impeding their egress.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19400/phoog", "score": 95 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The gymnastics required to put your bag behind your feet in such a small space would be very interesting.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bending forward and sliding it in, sure that works.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But pushing it back when you can't see and your legs are 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slide forward.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Having a bar at the front edge of your seat prevents bags from coming to rest against the seat in front and allows a clear space to evacuate your row.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/59316/Andrew Brown", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you are traveling in flight for longer journey then you will feel difficulty at your base in stretching your legs properly as the bags are already beneath everyone's seat..", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "safety is also the main reason behind this..if you put your bag below your seat then there is probable chance of stealing your bag with someone else and you will not even get any idea about this..", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": 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[ [ "Legroom is a big reason, since you would be affecting the comfort of the passenger behind you if you could put your bag under your seat. This also reduces the chance of theft, as well as preventing the bag from flying forward in a crash or blocking the life jacket under your seat.", "There are a lot of reasons that state this idea would be inefficent ranging from discomfort to safety hazzards. Examples include, a lack of leg room, holding uncomfortable positions for extended durations, theft and potential obstructions to life vests. " ] ]

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[ [ "A lack of comfort makes this idea very inefficient. This stems from a number of reasons such as, lack of leg room, the inability to bend into a pretzel and maintaining awkward positions for extended lengths of time.", "This idea can be a major safety hazzard for a number of reasons i.e in the event of a crash anything under your seat will slide forward, your bags could be an obstacle in the even you need to grab your life vest and there is even the potantial of theft." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Very near the site of the \"Oldest Tunnel in the Oldest Underground in the World\", in Rotherhithe in south east London, you can find the Brunel Museum , which, well, is not just 'a display' about his life and works, but an entire museum about his life and works.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The Brunel Museum is open every day 10:00 until 17:00.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "[...] Entry to the Brunel Museum is £6 and £4 for concessions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Children under 16 accompanied by parent or carer enter free of charge.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Entry to Great Eastern launch ramps is free.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Brunel Museum Railway Avenue Rotherhithe London, SE16 4LF", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Telephone:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "+44 20 7231", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "3840 Email: [email protected]", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3884/AakashM", "score": 37 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In terms of a comprehensive museum, not yet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, if you are travelling in 2018 (or reading this reply in the future) then there will be a new museum called 'Being Brunel: the national Brunel project' opening in Bristol in a year's time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The ss Great Britain Trust has today been awarded £4.78m by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for Being Brunel: the national Brunel project.", 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"cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/59542/Phlyk", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "@jl6's point in the comments is a good one, but deserves to be expanded upon", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Brunel has been adopted as a local hero in Bristol).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He's one of the few historical figures we've got who didn't directly get rich from the slave trade).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "See for example Isambard Kingdom Brunel, famous engineer and his work at Bristol (local tourism/history site) for a few more things to spot on the way between the main sites.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The bridge has a visitor centre/small museum and tours , but unfortunately the limited tours of the vaults below the tower are mostly 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[ [ "Brunel Museum in London Is dedicated to his life and works.", "The Brunel museum seems to be the best place to learn about Brunels work and life" ] ]

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[ [ "The Brunel museum seems to be the best place to learn about Brunels work and life" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Sometimes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At least in the TSA Precheck lanes in the United States, the metal detectors (Precheck lanes use metal detectors, not body scanners) can alarm randomly to alert the screeners to perform a random check (you can read various anecdotal experiences in this forum thread ).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Some people report it happening frequently enough to them that they suspect it's less than random, though I know of no definitive proof of this, and the nature of random events is such that some people will feel singled out regardless.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my experience, the TSA screener at the lane can tell the difference between an alarm caused by the presence of metal (they'll tell you to check your pockets or take off your watch or belt or whatever) and one caused by the randomizer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some cases, they'll stop you and tell you that it's random as you start to check your pockets.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If the random alarm goes off, they usually do a hand swab or a brief pat-down or some other additional check; I've heard of people getting sent to the body scanner as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While the exact configuration of airport security equipment is typically confidential information, it's not uncommon for the manufactures of walk-through metal detectors to offer an optional \"programmable Random Alarm capability.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\" In the case of one particular model , \"Random alarms are indicated by a pulsed alarm audio and zone lights sequencing from top to bottom.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The likelihood of a random alarm can be adjusted on the control panel.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 57 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This is a definite yes.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If the metal detector beeps, turn around and you'll see \"QUOT\" for quota if you've been selected for random screening.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Edit:I paid particular attention to this on a trip this weekend.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The QUOT method was happening at LHR but in IST they had a triple beep and a strobing light.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When selected for random check they didn't wand the person at all, but just took hand swabs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A small child was randomly selected and they just let him through without doing anything.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When the alarm went off for real, it was a single beep and a light indicated the location of the alarm.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it was at foot level, they'd tell you to take your shoes off and put them through the x-ray, otherwise they'd wand they'd perform a hand search.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So if you're particularly observant you can probably tell by the beep, but if you don't catch that, you'll have a second or two to turn around and see the alarm indicator - real/random.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43570/Berwyn", "score": 46 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I cannot speak for other countries, but in Canada, the metal detectors used at the airports also beep randomly to indicate a further search.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Usually, they let the passenger choose between a pat-down, scanner, or swab.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/10087/Martin Argerami", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Since the likelyhood of a scanned person carrying a forbidden object (like a knife or a weapon) is low, the most likely result of sitting hours watching a screen or a queue is boredom and loss of attention.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Therefore having the software randomly raising an alarm helps in keeping the personnel effective.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I remember reading somewhere that it also happen with hand baggage scanner.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/61311/A traveller", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Anecdotally (passing through a friendly airport at a quiet time -- UK) and setting a metal-detector arch off despite not having a scrap of metal on", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "me¹ I was told that they sometimes just go off.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The implication from staff was that they're set up to be so sensitive they sometimes alert for no real reason.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "¹Shoes removed, even watch and wedding ring in my bag, and no metal in my body; I tend to fly in clothing with lots of pockets and no metal fasteners.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18491/Chris H", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Technically, NO .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "They do not sound a false positive.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "What they do is sound an alternative alert to indicate the person has been 'selected' for additional screening.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For clarity, actual false positives can occur because the machine detected something or is not calibrated correctly.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46803/Johns-305", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "There could be a false positive due to incorrect calibration or a notification to perform a random check, which can be adjusted to occur more or less frequently. If it is a random check, this may be indicated on the machine or you may be told about it.", "In some cases the scanners are designed to randomly select individuals to search and in others the scanners are designed to be so sensitive it picks up most things, most of which may be irrelevant." ] ]

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[ [ "In some cases the scanners are designed to initiate random checks based off of a coded program or preset quota", "In some cases the machines are extremely sensitive and do not sound off randomly, but are instead set off because something is detected " ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "She should tell the truth, as being caught in a lie can have serious consequences, including being barred from the US.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The other thing she needs to do is have her story straight, and lots of evidence to back it up, as to why she will go home after 3 months and not stay illegally in the US.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This includes how she can take three months off from whatever she normally does back home.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/264/DJClayworth", "score": 45 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've had my (now wife) visit me several times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm American, she is Irish.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "She visited me at 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coming for a visit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As far as border folks are concerned, you are a US Citizen working in the US.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Period.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Mentioning recent relocation and all that will just prompt more questions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They're looking at her and her intentions on coming over.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Will she take any American jobs, get on welfare, bring in extra family members, terrorism, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In one of our visits, my girlfriend was taken into the little room, needlessly interrogated about marriage and future immigration which ended with the agent throwing the passport back at her saying \"get out of here before I change my mind\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That situation prompted the getting officially married idea.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On that point, make sure she doesn't mention anything about getting married or being your fiancé; whether it's true or not.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You should definitely not plan on getting married this vacation, but anything said that might even hint at the possibility of an un-approved immigration or anything like that will cause delay and more questions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your relationship status should be private beyond that it actually exists.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, to sum up: she is just your girlfriend.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "She will be visiting you, an average working American Citizen for 3 months.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No plans for marriage, just having some fun spending money in America.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "She has a return ticket booked for 90 days from then.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "It's true info, and doesn't raise further questions to complicate the entry process.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most border folks are grand, but often will start asking further when you mention irrelevant details.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once, I messed up and mentioned a bottle of Absinthe I was brining back", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(it was legal).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They had to go get my luggage and inspect the bottle while I waited for 45 mins only for them to say it was ok.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I should've just kept my mouth shut.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39500/coblr", "score": 42 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "When I was a student I had an American girlfriend and my conversation lasted exactly 2 minutes every single time, so my first bit of advice is don't panic.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The questions I was asked were: Reason for visiting.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How long I was staying.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How was I able to get ninety days off work and how did I intend to fund my stay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I answered truthfully that I was visiting my girlfriend, I would be staying for ninety days and as a student I didn't need to return to my studies until September.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I told them that as I was staying with her family my living expenses were quite low", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I had X amount available and a credit card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They then waved me through without a backwards glance.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I should add that I entered the US three times like this in the summer, once in the spring and twice at Christmas over a four year span and never had a single issue.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There will always be a lot of horror stories", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but when you read them they mostly come from oversharing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I sometimes feel that border control is one of those occasions in society that us introverts get ahead!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30874/Dustybin80", "score": 23 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "At CBP, always speak the truth, because lies could bring anyone toward critical circumstances, if she don't have any wrong intention, she can explain her purpose of visit, sometimes CBP officers are nice too.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Good luck!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/61339/Nestsouls", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As noted by DJClayworth and others, the border agents are very concerned that her trip will not turn into an illegal stay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For an example of a similar situation going poorly, and the reasons for it, see: http://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/incidents/molly-hill-reveals-how-dream-trip-to-hawaii-turned-into-a-nightmare/news-story/b3833259e7ffe3e130dbf73c852f2f82", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/61502/Toen", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Some personal experience and a checklist of things you will want to have on hand (in order of importance).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I had a girlfriend visit me from out-of-country many times", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and this was always what they were most interested in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Proof you will leave the country.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Have copies of your plane tickets home or proof of purchase.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Carry cash or other funds on you (with proof if possible).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Try to have enough to cover your stay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Know where you are staying, full address and who lives there (note:", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "a roommate who was not mentioned answering the phone and does not know is a big red flag).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Tell the truth, if they catch you in a lie it will be much worse.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't bring anything inappropriate across the border (as it might give them more reason to refuse entry).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Make sure your stories are straight and if possible be available for a call from the border agent.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They will sometimes call to confirm the story.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You don't need to, but cleaning out your phone/laptop of anything incriminating might be a good idea (as they can request to review it and read your messages/etc).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/37098/Sh4d0wsPlyr", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "She should tell the truth, and be ready to explain how she can take this time off from her normal job and provide details of a return flight, but she does not have to volunteer all of the details without being asked, including about the relationship. In particular, she should avoid mentioning anything about getting married.", "Telling the truth is the best way to get through the border, but it is ideal to have proof of your return trip as well aas keeping yourself from oversharring especially if the topic is marriage. " ] ]

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[ [ "Telling the truth at the boreder is the quickest and easiest way to get through. Just don't be too over sharing as it could be problematic", "Keep information about relationships to a minimum especially if it involves marriage. Then it may be best to avoid to topic completely", "having proof of your return to your home country makes things a lot smoother" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The most official source is the Umweltbundesamt (UBA), the Federal Environment Agency.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You can use the GIS website of the UBA , which provides nice PDFs of each Umweltzone.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Example: Berlin (Euro 3) .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's a map of Germany as a whole as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A less official site, but with a much broader approach, is Urban Access Regulations , which collects more classes of restrictions in one place, but with a slightly harder to use interface and a much slower site.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Example: Berlin .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It also links detail maps, if provided by the municipality (example: Berlin ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My first idea was to use OpenStreetMap, which also has a layer for the Umweltzonen , but the layer's proposal hasn't left the Draft status, so I wouldn't expect it to be complete.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nonetheless, the tag appears on quite a lot of cities all over Europe, so you might give it a try, starting here (beware the Status column!) and clicking the number in the Link column to find the OSM detail map.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Example: Berlin .)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30599/hiergiltdiestfu", "score": 19 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Here is a map provided by the responsible German authority, the Umweltbundesamt .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are hiring a car in Germany and would like to know more, the car rental company will advise you further, either during the reservation procedure or upon arrival.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62437/German Resident", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is a user-made Google map with a clickable list of cities .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "It would seem that the borders of the Umwelt zones are clearly defined.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, below is a screenshot of the zone in Bochum:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/22140/JoErNanO", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I just found this site that offers zoomable maps for all(?)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "German environmental zones (need to scroll down to get to the Germany section):", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "https://www.green-zones.eu/en/green-zones-app/zones-overview.html", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can enlarge each map by clicking the thumbnail on the top left corner on a subpage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62497/Physikbuddha", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "User hiergiltdiestfu already mentioned in his answer that OpenStreetMap (OSM) also contains so-called low emission zones (LEZ) which represent environmental zones.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "While there seems to be no OSM-based map showing these zones you can use Overpass API and overpass turbo to create such a map on the fly: http://overpass-turbo.eu/s/pI8", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(the query will take quite a while to run) [out:json][timeout:600];( way[\"boundary\"=\"low_emission_zone\"]({{bbox}}); relation[\"boundary\"=\"low_emission_zone\"]({{bbox}}););out", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "body;>;out skel qt;", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that the query will take some time to complete for large areas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also the map will be incomplete since not all low emission zones have been added to OSM yet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33302/scai", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can eventually use the Umweltzone app for Android which I develop as an open source project since some years.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "The app works both on tablets and smartphones.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/78061/JJD", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "The most official source is the Umweltbundesamt (UBA), the Federal Environment Agency, which provides PDFs of each Umweltzone. Urban Access Regulations has more information, but is more cumbersome. OpenStreetMap has a proposed Umweltzone/low emission zone (LEZ) layer, but this has not left the draft stage yet. Finally, there is an Umweltzone app for Android.", "There are a number of ways to highlight Umweltzones both officially on the GIS website or on less official platforms such as OpenStreetMap, Google maps etc." ] ]

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[ [ "USB seems to be the most official site and online location to gain maps and information on Umweltzones", "There seem to be a number of less official sites and apps to highlight umweltzones. A particular favourite being OpenStreetMap", "OpenStreetMap contains Low Emission Zones and there is an Android Umweltzone App." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I have slept more times in the Yotel inside Schiphol than I would want to admit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's very very quiet.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You really can't beat an inside-an-airport hotel in terms of time to shower and bed after a zombie like shuffle off a transoceanic flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's bliss.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And at Schiphol you are already inside security (!)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so you don't need to guess the right time to leave your hotel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not even the Gatwick or Heathrow Yotels are airside, nonetheless they are quite awesome especially the Gatwick one, the Heathrow one is in a far away terminal I somehow never land or leave from (uh, can you tell I have been to both... once or twice ;) ?).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There should be more capsule hotels airside, really.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Edit:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "oh, Yotel agrees and they are expanding!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "After too long, now there's one at Paris Charles De Gaulle (CDG) airport -- and it's airside, too although more restricted than the one at Schiphol due to the way the airport is laid out.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4188/chx", "score": 26 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I suggest checking multiple reviews for any hotels you are considering.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Good soundproofing is a key feature for modern airport hotels.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If guests could not sleep because of noise it would be a very prominent complaint.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you do go Air BNB make sure you are well away from the airport and not on any major flight path.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You cannot necessarily expect a house or apartment building to have as good soundproofing as a marquee airport hotel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19560/Patricia Shanahan", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In April 2013 I stayed at the Schiphol Airport Sheraton, which is attached to the main terminal building and an easy walk to check in and the gates.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was in a mid-level room.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was very very quiet and I was able to sleep well there.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/58050/user1008090", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'd like to promote Zach Lipton's comment to an answer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Amsterdam proper is near Schiphol - about a 20min train ride from the airport station to the main Amsterdam station, with trains running regularly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No problem at all bringing luggage on the train, and at the airport you can get a multi-day pass for unlimited train rides (includes other forms of transportation as well).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Amsterdam, assuming you choose a \"good\" hotel, it should be as quiet as one", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "could reasonably expect in a city.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33198/Eilon", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As yours is a common problem, most on-airport hotels in developed countries have very good soundproofing, as do many of the reputable brands in their near-airport hotels.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So I suggest that you initially choose your hotel on price and location, then check reviews and their own website before booking, for noise but also for anything else that puts you off (one related example of the latter: room temperature control.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Because the windows have to be sealed against noise, you have to rely on the air conditioning/heating, which can very from pathetic through noisy to fierce)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18491/Chris H", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Writing about your situation rather than your specific question:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Schiphol is very well connected by train, and some hotels are close enough to train stations to make it worthwhile to also consider them instead of proper at-airport hotels.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "I just made a random query on some website - if you go there and click on the map view you'll notice several options close to train stations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You should not have a problem getting to the airport on time for your flight (and having enough time to sleep).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I will say that occasionally the security check and passport control lines can get pretty long, so you really should be at the actual airport at least 2 hours before the flight, perhaps a little more.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33321/einpoklum", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Schipol is very quiet and has several hotels on site as well as good train connections to others.", "Hotels inside Schiphol airport seem to be very well sound proofed with some, such as the Sheraton, being within walking distance of the main terminal. Schiphol is also very well connected by train so it is possible to have a good experience outside of Schiphol airport and still make it back in time for your flight." ] ]

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[ [ "In airport hotels at Schiphol seem to have great sound proofing based off of other peoples experiences", "The schiphol Airport Sheraton is very close to the main terminal building and is an easy walk to the check in gates", "Schiphol is very well connected by train and some of the hotels are located quite close to the station so it would not be a problem to find accomodation outside of the airport and still make it in time for your flight" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "You shouldn't need it, and you might not even be able to:", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Last time (that was with BA, and I believe it's been like that the last several times I flown with BA, and I've had similar experiences with other companies)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was flying, I got an e-mail called \"Your e-ticket receipt ...\", which contained the sentence", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your ticket is held in our systems, you will not receive a paper ticket for your booking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So it would have been quite hard to actually bring the ticket.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Of course you could bring that receipt, if you want something extra to document that you have booked a seat on that trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/44187/Henrik supports the community", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Need it - not usually Want it (in case there is a question/query/whatever) -", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "yes", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd suggest at the very least print it as a PDF and put it on your phone", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "- I once had luggage drop at Dulles get very stroppy with me when I couldn't show a ticket (having checked in online and printed by own boarding pass)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65370/Rob Golding", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "No, you don't need a ticket.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Your boarding pass and ID are all you need.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And, yes, you go straight to security.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You do not need to go to a ticket counter.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "One less line to stand in :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I'm a former travel agent and frequent flyer.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65375/DaveInAZ", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "No, boarding pass is enough to pass security gates and board the plane.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/41551/Kuba", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It has been a long time since one needed a ticket to get on the plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, I would bring either a printout or a copy on your phone (not merely accessible from your phone) in case of trouble, and if it's an international flight", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it's possible an official will want to see evidence of a flight out of their country.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1764/Loren Pechtel", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Paper tickets are no longer issued by any airline or travel agency.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Everyone has migrated to e-ticketing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This means, you simply get a copy of your travel reservation along with a reference number;", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "based on which the agents look up your reservation in the computer systems.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once you have been issued a boarding pass - for that leg of the journey you do not need to show a reservation copy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, you must at all times keep a copy of the reservation (what you get from the airline website in your email) with you at all times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is because: on the return leg of your journey, you will need this information either to print your boarding passes online, or at the counter when you are checking in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At some airports, due to security restrictions, you may need to show this before you are even let inside the terminal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it serves as proof that you have a return flight booked (for immigration)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "in case your boarding pass gets lost or misplaced, you can use this copy to obtain a duplicate pass.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In addition to keeping a copy on your mobile device, I always carry a paper version; for those occasions when the mobile is not practical (ran out of battery) or a copy needs to be made of the booking details; or in some cases, where it has to be stamped separately (strangely only happened once to me in Asia).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So - to conclude: There are no more paper tickets.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Always carry a copy of your reservation with you throughout the journey.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1375/Burhan Khalid", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "You do not need a ticket, and the boarding pass will be enough to pass security.", "You shouldn't need a paper ticket to get through to your flight and if you have the boarding pass printed already you can skip the luggage check-in and go straight to the security gate " ] ]

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[ [ "paper tickets are no longer needed to get on flights anymore", "If your boarding pass is printed you can go straight through to the security gates" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Look for the word \"Kohlensäure\", it's either on the front or in the list of ingredients:", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Just make sure it's not accompanied by \"ohne\" (\"without\"):", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/6776/AndreKR", "score": 51 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "First, carbonated is the standard in Germany, and that's what most people expect, so it would be the default assumption for something you see in the shelves.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Of course, it is written on the drink, but you need to be able to understand enough German to read it. '", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Still ' is the typical term used in German for non-carbonated water-realted; if you see that, it will be non-carbonated. 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\"carbonated water, please\" - or you could be asked \"mit oder ohne Sprudel?\" - \"with or without carbonation?\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13671/Tom", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The name of the drink often shows if it is carbonated.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The drink on the image is named \"Apfelschorle\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"Schorle\" is carbonated juice.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "\"Apfelsaft\" on the other hand is natural apple juice", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "(juice is \"Saft\" in German) without carbon dioxid.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "For water Aganju said the important thing: Normally bottled water is carbonated in Germany.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If not it is usually labeled with \"Still\".", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If it is carbonated you often find terms like \"Kohlensäure\" or \"Medium\".", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65391/Benedikt Magnus", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Just a word of warning: if you really cannot abide carbon dioxide, \"Still\" is not even a guarantee for mineral water to be without carbon dioxide addition.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's just less than in \"Medium\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Turn the bottle on its head and look for bubbles.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"Naturell\" or similar are safer in that respect.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Heavy glass in the \"standard\" deposit 0.75l bottle form is usually suspicious but it's not like plastic bottles cannot contain heavily carbonated water either.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you order \"water\" without any qualifier, you'll get carbonated in a restaurant.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65433/user65433", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "\"Sprudel\" or \"sprudelnd\" are the German words for \"fizz\" and \"fizzy\" respectively, so these too are worth watching out for (as well as the \"Kohlensaeure\" already mentioned).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65456/Jan Schnupp", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "The bottle design may not be different, but the words \"Kohlensäure\" (carbon dioxide), \"Sprudel\" or \"sprudelnd\" (sparkling) indicate that the drink is carbonated, while \"medium\" is less carbonated. \"Schorle\" is carbonated juice, but \"Saft\" is plain juice. \"Still\" is used for non-carbonated drinks.", "Aside from reading the label for words such as; Still, Apfelsaft, Schorle etc. you can also check how the drink and bottle responde to certain stimulations like pressing against the bottle to check resistance levels and flipping the bottle onto its head to check if any bubbles arise to the surface." ] ]

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[ [ "In Germany you can tell whether or not a bottled drink is carbonated by its label. Words such as Kohlensäure, Apfelsaft, Schorle, Medium, Sprudel or sprudelnd all mean the drink is carbonated while as words such as; still, mean the bottle is un-carbonated.", "Pressing against the bottle or turning the bottle onto its head are other ways you can find out if a bottle is carbonated or not. " ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "TL; DR: Yes.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I grew up in Malaysia and I am a non-Muslim.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have been inside Putra Mosque, in the capital city of Putrajaya.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was part of a class field trip I had when I was in school.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, you should pay close attention to etiquette and expected behaviors as outlined in your own answer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The girls in my group wore long sleeves, and shawls to cover their hair.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65923/casvaart", "score": 29 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, non-Muslims are allowed to enter (at least some) mosques in Malaysia.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "See user casvaart's answer for a local's perspective.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/36332/Urbana", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Having been in Malaysia, I can attest that visiting a mosque is possible for non-Muslims.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There were no restrictions as far", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I could tell", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I have entered at least a dozen mosques principally around Kuala Lumpur", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but also some in southern provinces.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some cases, there were signs indicating not to take photos within the prayer hall itself but the outer part of the mosque can be photographed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4801/Itai", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Generally yes, but you might be asked to wear appropriate clothing (e.g. no exposed skin).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But even then you might be given a gown to cover yourself with during your visit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At least that was the case at Putra Mosque (seen here )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12426/Nobilis", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I can't speak for every mosque in the country but certainly from my experience of visiting a few mosques in KL and Malacca", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it's a case of \"Sort of\".", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The mosques all had visitor areas where nobody had any issue with me, a white guy in jeans and a plain t-shirt coming for a look around.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Signs said no shorts and no shirts with pictures of skulls (or other wild things) on them", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I encountered zero issue, they're used to tourists.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However...this was only to see a visitor area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To go into the main part of the mosque itself where the worship takes place; the big two in KL had signs explicitly saying this was not allowed for non-muslims.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If I remember right the national mosque had set hours when non-muslims were allowed to take tours but generally it wasn't allowed.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33257/the other one", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "You are allowed to visit many mosques, but you might be asked to wear appropriate clothing and may not be allowed in certain areas or at certain times.", "Non-muslims are allowed into mosques in Malaysia to some extent, provided that they wear appropriate atire. Though they are usually kept way from the main worshipping area there are some cases where they can take a tour during certain times. An example of this can be found at the National Mosque in Malaysia. " ] ]

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[ [ "Yes there are mosques in Malaysia that allow non-muslims to enter provided they wear appropriate atire.", "In most cases the main part of the mosque is off limits to non-muslims, howevere there are some instances where non-muslims may take a tour of the main area during certain hours i.e the national mosque in Malaysia" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "There is no such device because what you are proposing is impractical.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Laptop chargers require between 100 and 240 volts alternating current input.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Some may require a more limited range).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "USB sockets give 5V direct current, not anywhere near enough to charge a laptop, and the wrong type.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Building a device that could convert 5V DC to the range of AC required would be theoretically posible, but the losses in the system mean it would take much more than the current that is the max a USB can deliver.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You would almost certainly be prevented from connecting the device to the USB in the unlikely event that you made this device, and any attempt to do this might damage the USB outlet.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There are other devices that allow you to extend the life of a laptop batteries.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The most common is the laptop power pack, which essentially charges your laptop from a portable battery.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This would be a much simpler and acceptable solution.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/264/DJClayworth", "score": 69 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Laptops take too much power", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's perfectly reasonable to think that would work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The problem is the laptop class of machines just take more power than readily available present-day USB plugs can possibly serve - 5 or 10 watts depending on vintage and quality.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "An iPad will use the full 10 watts and then some when at full screen brightness playing a game - and that's just a tablet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That said, airlines know you want to plug in, and provide options .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some airlines provide mains receptacles at the seat.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is the new trend.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some others may have EmPower 's obsolete 15V system, which is a special, round plug, good for 75 watts (will cover most laptops).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is electrically similar to an automobile's \"cigarette lighter\" power port (12-14 volts).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Quite a few products were designed for EmPower's 15V system, including cigarette lighter adapters , Apple MagSafe cables), and inverters with Empower 15V plugs and provide mains voltage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 31 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It definitely exists!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(just not how you describe it in your question)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A quick look at my laptop's charger shows that it outputs 19V at 2.1A which is 40 watts of power.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So for a 5V USB socket to give us 40 watts it would have to do so at a current of 8 amps, which is equivalent to 16 default-power 0.5A USB connections simultaneously.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could possibly buy enough USB cables and connect to all the outlets together, risking looking like some sort of hacker, or buy lots of USB charger banks and USB cables to solder up some bulky adapter which will probably end up looking like a scary bomb (don't actually do that :", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "D).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Instead, you should really look at the device category specifically designed for this purpose called Laptop power bank .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here's one example:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can find them in a variety of supported plug types and capacities .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Make sure yours has a capacity within the allowed limit for your airline.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The total capacity might include all your mobile devices with all batteries, so get out a calculator and use one of the electric parameter conversion sites .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To fit your question exactly, you can probably find a version of this which charges itself from 5V USB ports.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19726/user1306322", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Eventually some USB ports will be able to supply up to 100W for just this purpose (USB 3.0 with SS PD logo) however not the ones on current Ethiopian planes most likely.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Check seatguru.com", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "with your flight information to see if there is a mains outlet so you can use your regular charger.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my limited (yet miserable) experience with this airline, probably not in economy on long haul flights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Probably such an outlet will be available in business or first class, but check.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some airlines outfit their aircraft with such outlets at every seat on long haul flights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12046/Spehro Pefhany", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As mentioned by everyone else, a USB to laptop adapter is useless for most laptops; unless you have one of the newer laptops that allow charging using USB-C (for example, the macbook and macbook pro, dell xps 13, etc.)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you have one of these laptops - you can charge them using any power that supports USB-C devices ...", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "unfortunately seatback", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "USB power doesn't have that fidelity.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Dell sells a powerbank / power adapter for just this kind of situation (here is an Amazon link ): (the silver part is a battery, the black part is a regular wall adapter)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In normal situations, you use this as your regular laptop power supply; and then when traveling you use it as a battery to top-up your laptop.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is really quite ingenious and one of the many reasons USB-C looks so promising.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Despite being manufactured by Dell, you can use it with most smaller USB-C laptops.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1375/Burhan Khalid", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "USB-C Laptop", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your laptop has good support for USB-C you should be able to charge it using a USB cable, without using a big laptop charger.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some laptops doesn't support charging using USB-C, but that's for another question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18374/Mikael Dúi Bolinder", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "Unless you have a laptop that supports USB-C, this would not be practical as it uses more power than a USB socket could provide.", "The idea is highly unlikely to work out unless you happened to have a laptop with a good USB -C Support like a MacBook oe MacBook Pro" ] ]

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[ [ "Some believe the device described does not exist, because the device would not be able to maintain its purpose of charging the laptop", "There are some laptops that are capable of charging through a USB cable. If your laptop is a MacBook or MacBook pro then it may be chargeable on the airplane" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "As a citizen of Warsaw, I never carry cash around (and most young people don't), since card payments are accepted almost everywhere (as long as you use Visa or Mastercard), even in small stores, especially in the central parts of Warsaw (which is what you're most likely going to see as a tourist).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I regularly visit restaurants, and not being able to pay by card happened to me like once in the last 5 years, and that was because the terminal was broken.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I know of one bakery chain that still requires cash, but otherwise this was never a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the other hand, there are situations where it's a huge inconvenience to use cash (for example ticket vending machines present in pretty much every bus accept only card payments, so if you only had cash, you'd have to buy the ticket from the driver).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Minimum amounts are prohibited, though I've seen this a few times (usually 10 PLN in stores, doesn't happen in restaurants)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "- this is becoming much rarer than it used to (last time I saw this was two years ago).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "According to my bank, if I ever see someone requiring a minimum amount, I should ask for terminal ID (which they are obliged to disclose) and report the situation - so, the risk here is pretty low.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for museums, they also almost always accept credit card payments, especially the major ones.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you want to be on the safe side, get 50 to 100 PLN in cash -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you're most likely never going to need it, though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Update:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As of November 2018, buying tickets in a bus by cash is no longer possible, and the bakery chain which was cash only now accepts cards as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/67266/Noctiphobia", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From my experience, non fast-food restaurants generally accept credit cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As for musea, it depends, so bring always some cash with you, to make sure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some smaller shops", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "require[d]", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "some minimal sum (not sure if it's legal now), but it was so tiny (about 10 PLN) that you're unlikely to met that sum in a restaurant.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the credit cards are accepted, those are practically always 2 main systems (Visa and Mastercard).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've never seen any point that would accept one of them, but not the 2nd.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, if you use more exotic system (like V-Pay), you should expect it won't be accepted in most places.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Please note that even if credit cards are accepted, it happens that the terminals are broken and in that case you won't be able to pay with your credit card).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/45851/Rg7x gW6a cQ3g", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I think there's no 100% general answer, but card payments are so popular in Poland that I find it hard to imagine that any bigger museum in Warsaw wouldn't accept it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The same goes for restaurants.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Regarding any minimum amount, it may happen, but it's more often the case in really small shops, and then this amount is really small (like 10-20 PLN) and you would rather always have bill to pay bigger than this minimum.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "About the museum you mentioned, I checked their website and it doesn't state anything about credit cards, which I would interpret as \"they don't say it's not accepted, so it is accepted\", however they also recommend buying tickets online: http://www.polin.pl/en/planning-your-visit/admission", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/7084/Kamil Mikolajczyk", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I stayed in Poland (Warsaw and Poznan) for a month but never had an opportunity to use cash (I withdrew 600 PLN).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "All the stores I went to accept my credit card, and it was very difficult to find any place that doesn't accept credit cards", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "(I only found one, which is a cheap bakery in Poznan and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it put a warning note on the entrance window saying \"Cash Only\").", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As to the minimal sum, I didn't experience it, be it <3 PLN a bottled water in supermarkets, <4 bottled juice in 24H alcohol shop, or <9 a cup of coffee at cafes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As to the brand, most stores only accept either Visa or MasterCard.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Amex is rarely accepted in cheap restaurants and cafes, except some chained stores (", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wedal, Starbucks, etc).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I also warn you that in Poland, it is more likely than not that you must choose whether you pay in PLN or your currency.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is usually advisable to pay in PLN as the transaction cost is usually higher in your currency (but depending on your card).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes clerks choose your currency without asking you, but in that case you can ask them to switch back to PLN before entering your PIN.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27223/Blaszard", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "At this moment, being a resident of Poland", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I find it impossible to find a cash only place at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even the smallest vendors (food trucks etc.) accept cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I would recommend to keep 50 PLN for a traveller JUST in case.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But it looks like card payment penetration in Poland is well above 98%.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/86619/kotiformpl", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "With the exception of some fast food restaurants, museums and almost every other establishment in Warsaw will accept credit cards beyond a tiny minimum amount (about 10 PLN).", "In Poland it seems to be very hard to find a place that accepts cash only. In most/all cases card is accepted and minimum spending amounts seem to be illegal so there should be no problem running into them in stores, restaurants and of course the Polin museum. " ] ]

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[ [ "Poland seems to be very good with card payments and as it seems to be a difficult place for your to find places that only accept cash. This includes the Polin museum. ", "Some shops may have a minimum purchase amount requirement that is present for card payment, however it seems to be illegal to do so now." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "In terms of booking flights, the only thing you need to consider is what your passport says.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It will have fields that are also marked in English, such as \"Surname\" and \"Given names\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When you book flight tickets, input exactly what is in those fields, in the corresponding field to what your passport refers to as your \"Surname\", \"Given names\", etc.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If that happens to be wrong according to your actual name, local naming conventions, etc, then that is perhaps something the issuing authority of your passport could consider dealing with.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, in terms of booking tickets, the only thing you personally can do is input everything exactly as it appears in your passport, in the corresponding fields.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "That is what airlines, governments, etc. will want to see, and the absence of it will typically cause problems.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/41775/Revetahw says Reinstate Monica", "score": 180 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "What matters is what is on your ID, but in general: \"surname\" =", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "\"last name\" =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "姓", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The phrase \"last name\" in English refers to your family name, regardless of whether your family name is customarily said/written first or last.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/32172/John Pardon", "score": 45 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I suppose you're Singaporean?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That's a current practice in Singapore.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However you don't have much of a choice.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your family name is Wong, and your first names, plural, are Minnie AND Qin Qing.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I agree with other answers here that if this is for an airline ticket booking you should transfer what's stated in your passport to the airline ticket – that is, if this is for international travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "First name and last name are an entirely western language concept.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "More generic (and culturally more sensitive) would be to use given name and family name .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since names in China and other cultures put the family name before the given name, first and last name don't make sense here anymore, though I find that many people in cultures with reversed \"first name\" \"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "last name\" are aware of that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In addition to your purely Chinese name (Wong Qin Qing, seemingly a Catonese/Mandarin mix) in family name – given name order, you also have a western style name (Minnie Wong, whereby \"Minnie\" is probably the given name you chose) in given name – family name order.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When you mix both it could lead to confusion beyond identifying you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So it would be best to be \"Minnie Wong\" to your western friends/colleagues or in Hong Kong, where that's more common, and be \"Wong Qin Qing\" or \"Wang Qin Qing\" in your (mainland) Chinese circle.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/63509/Alex Ixeras", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I am sure you are Chinese but not China residence, maybe Malaysian Chinese or Singaporean Chinese, am I right?I face this same issue before.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your passport printed Minnie Wong Qin Qing, am i right?Minnie", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "is your Christian / English name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wong is your family name", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Qin Qing is your name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While you make the flight booking, make in this way:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "First name:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Qin QingLast name:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Winnie Wong Only in this way, while print out your boarding pass, it will show Winnie Wong / Qin Qing, you wouldn't face any problem boarding.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This issue actually is suffering many people before, the airline also advice change the first name, last name as formal format Given name, Surname.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Remember, while flight boarding, they only recognize what word type in your passport, if your passport only write as Winnie Wong Qin Qing, don't book your flight with Winnie 黄青青！But", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "some country passport comes with Chinese Mandarin word and English word, they are safe with both, example Taiwan ROC.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Happy Safe Flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/72361/Jackson", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Your family name/surname is Wong, and your first names/given names, plural, are Minnie AND Qin Qing. When booking tickets, you should enter the information as it appears in your passport.", "It is advised that you enter your details according to how it appears on your ID/Passport. Enter your family name and your first name as you see it on your passport." ] ]

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[ [ "It is advised that you enter your details according to how it appears on your ID/Passport. Enter your family name and your first name as you see it on your passport." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Easiest way is to read the signs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In small airport there is only a small set of check in counters, just read the sign behind each to determine which airline is checking in there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In larger airports there is either a electronic signboard telling you what row or area each airline is located or signs outside the various entrance doors to indicate which airline inside.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The departure gates are in a secure area and you can't go there until after you have checked in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "About the only time you would check in at the departure gate would be if you are flying in from another airport on another ticket.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 25 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The first thing to do is go to the departure screens, which list not the departure gates, but the check-in rows, or aisles, for all airlines.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You go there, look for the airline (sometimes the same aisle can serve two airlines), and wait in line.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The departure gate is where you will board the plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll see screens with the flight numbers and gates, after security and immigration checks.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Check-in is before the serious security check (you won't get through security without a boarding pass).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There will be signs showing you where to check-in for a particular airline.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Departure gate is after security.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's where you go to actually get on the plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There will be more signs showing you were the various gates are.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Notes", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you don't have hold luggage, you often don't go anywhere tocheck-in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You do that online, before you get to the airport andeither print off the boarding pass, or get a code on the airline'sapp on your phone.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you haven't checked in online, at leastRyanair will let you check in at the airport - but they will chargeyou extra for it (so remember to do it online).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some airports have a lightweight security check for everyone on entry to thebuilding.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is the not the main security check before entry to the secured \"airside\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do not be confused by it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52986/Martin Bonner supports Monica", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Your ticket, boarding pass or confirmation mail will tell you which terminal to go to (if there's more than one).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once you're there, you read the signs and information screens.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "once you are in the terminal you can: approach a information point, they will provide you the info about which counter is the airline and which gate you have to proceed. or by huge cities or capitals you can see the issue that the airport has more than one Terminal, in such cases the Airline is always giving you that info as soon as you do the check in... they will have a huge departure time table...", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "there you can spot your flight", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47711/ΦXocę 웃 Пepeúpa ツ", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In Germany, large airports whose terminals are somewhat distant (FRA, MUC) even show on the roadsigns near the airport which airline is located at which terminal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Good luck reading those at 80 km/h, though :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/40603/Sabine", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "Your ticket, boarding pass or confirmation mail will tell you which terminal to go to (if there's more than one). Once there, you can check the departure screens or ask at the information desk for the correct check-in row or aisle for your airline. Once you have checked in, there will be other signs showing you where the gates are.", "Navigation to your check in station and departure gate are both done with the help of screen found inside the airport. You will also receive a confirmation mail that will tell you, which terminal to go to at the airport before you arrive. The check-in station is where you deposite your bag and the departure gate is where you get on your plane. If you encounter any problems you can make an enquiry at an information point at the airport." ] ]

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[ [ "In most cases airports have signs or screens that provide the location of your airline check-in station and once you go passed security there will be more screens telling you which gate you departe from", "You should receive a confirmation mail that will tell you where to go at the air port", "There are information points at the air port that you can ask about your flight and any other quiries you may have." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I've tried it again with the same photo on the next day and it worked.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Perhaps their online system is overloaded at certain times and one should simply try again in a few hours.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/9009/JonathanReez", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I found a work around that will allow you to complete the DS-160 if it is crashing at the photo upload screen.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You just have to upload a photo that WILL NOT pass the photo verification.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When your photo is rejected you now have the option to continue without submitting a photo, it then tells you can bring a photo to the interview with you as in the image below.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "This will allow you to at least submit the application and book an interview.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To have my photo not pass the verification I scaled it down in size to 50% so that it was low res.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Other methods may work, keep trying until you get a failure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The website is very buggy and this is the best solution I can find to get past being stuck at the photo page.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/75952/Mark Clayton", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Just had this issue.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The fix that worked for me was to wait a few minutes after uploading it on the screen where it says \"the photo passes the requirements*.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Then press the \"Next\" button.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I guess that there's a bunch of services talking to each other behind the scenes, and if you press Next too quickly, the photo hasn't had time to propagate fully yet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/528/Dan", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I wrote to the embassy and they suggested I should try starting a new application from scratch.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This time it worked!!!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The only difference is that now I filled everything from start to end.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Before I saved and upload/retrieve a couple of times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "PS: The last time I used Google Chrome in Incognito mode, but", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I bet that had nothing to do with it...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/75877/Dragos Rusea", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've had similar experience with that tool.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I think the solution was to resize the photo to make the face much more prominent.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "This picture is often given as example", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I think the picture that worked for me looked closer to this one .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, the picture needs to be 600x600 px and under 240k and it can't be blurred.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The photo check tool is not reliable in my experience.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43474/ventsyv", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I did what Mark Clayton suggested - uploaded a bad quality (low resolution) photo.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I took it to the embassy with a physical US passport sized photo and it was fine.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "There were so many people in the queue without photos uploaded on the forms - it clearly happens to a lot of people!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/77882/Felicity Kear", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have also had this issue.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Tried many times in many ways but not successful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Finally, I used my friend in a different country to upload my picture from his place, and it worked.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "I guess the internet security protocol has some security issue when we are uploading from developed countries or countries which are not up to date with the current internet security protocol.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76049/NBTT", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Make sure that the image size and resolution are correct, and that your face is correctly positioned. The system may be overloaded or something may have gone wrong, so you could wait for a few minutes after uploading, try again in a few hours or even get a friend to complete the process from another country. Finally, you have the option not to submit a photo, and instead bring a physical photo to the interview.", "There are a numbr of solutions to this problem including re-starting the form from scratch, taking in a hard copy of your photo to the embassy, attempting to re-size the photo to fit the upload criteria and getting someone to do it for you abriad. " ] ]

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[ [ "One solution can be to start the application form again from the beginning at a later time/date", "You can take a hard copy of your photo down to the embassy yourself. In most cases this is the default option when your photo upload fails.", "Sometimes this issue is with the photo no being in the correct format/size so you must re-size it till it fits the criteria", "Having someone else do the form for you in a different country can get the form to submit." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "It's very simple.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A Passport number (or other valid travel doc) is required to travel, not to buy a ticket.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It's not uncommon for first time travelers to buy tickets while their Passport application is still being processed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note, if you do not or cannot provide a valid Passport, you will be denied boarding with no compensation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can modify the Passport number any time, probably without cost, either at the airline's website or by calling reservations.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46803/Johns-305", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Likely you will get an e-mail or (if asked to be contacted in an other way)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "a text message or a letter, to add your passport information to the booking.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "For many travels, you do not need to add the information before you check in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If that is so for your travel, you will be asked to add it as part of your checking-in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are travels, even international ones, where you do not need to give a passport number.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If so, you do not need to add your passport number at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you do not want to wait, you can usually go to the website of the airline, to your travel agent if they booked for you or call the airline company on their help line.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once you logged into your account or called up your flight with the information given to you, you can find the information where and how to add your passport number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Where I have written 'passport' it can also be an other accepted travel document if that is acceptable for your flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is possible that your airline does not allow passengers to alter or add passport numbers after booking the flight, in that case you may have to contact the airline to have an agent to add it for you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "(Although this is less likely with airlines that do not ask for the document details at the time of booking.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some cases, the information can be added as late as when you are in the airport to check in just before the flight, but better ask earlier, as some international travel can only be done if the information is at the airline at least 24 hours (or sometimes more) before travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27650/Willeke", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This is absolutely normal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A passport is not required to purchase a ticket and you may be doing it for someone else or someone else could be doing it for you, so only need the full name of passenger is needed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This makes the process of buying quicker.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Any time after the booking goes through, passengers (which may not be the purchaser) can complete their information, up to right at the moment of booking, although some jurisdictions require that info is send a certain amount of time ahead of travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A passport is required for international travel but not always for domestic travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I am not sure there are even exceptions to the international travel", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "requires a passport common knowledge (they may be some close countries that allow travel between them without a passport, a good other question!).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not asking for passport info at booking time, even when required for travel, can reduce issues since someone may renew or lose a passport in between booking and travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In both cases, most countries now change passport numbers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At least the expiry date will change.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4801/Itai", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It very much depends from where to where you travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If I fly from Europe to the USA, I have to supply my passport number when booking my ticket.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "OTOH, if I book a ticket to another Schengen country, even with the same airline company, I don't have to supply a passport number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I won't go through immigration when travelling between Schengen countries, and airline companies are not asked for passport numbers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hence, they don't ask (and I would not be surprised if they are not even allowed to ask for the passport number for such flights).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you are not crossing international boundaries, then passport information is not required.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It also may not be required if you do not need a passport for the itinerary (for example, flying within the Schengen zone, GCC citizens flying within the GCC, etc.)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In my experience KLM, Emirates, Qatar and Etihad all allow customers to update their passport information online.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "They even notify you when your passport has expired to update that information.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, doing so is only required if you plan on checking in online.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Otherwise, if required, your passport information is collected at the check-in desk or the self-service check-in kiosks.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1375/Burhan Khalid", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "You need a passport to travel across international boundaries, but not necessarily to buy a ticket. Flights within a country or within the Schengen Zone or GCC may not require a passport either.", "There are cases where the passsport number is not required at all, however in the evnt that is it the details can be provided or edited on the airlines website or through a link that will be sent via email or text. Details can even be provided in at the check-in itself, but in the event that none of these options are availabkle to you then it is possible to call an agent to get the problem sorted for yourself." ] ]

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[ [ "There are a few situations where you would not need to provide your passport number at all. This can be applied to your intial purchase of the ticket, but is also dependant on where you are flying to and from.", "There are a number of ways your passport details can be modified/provided. This can be done online via the airlines website, which can be provided through email or text or can be done directly at the airport check-in.", "It is possible that the airline does not allow passengers to alter their details once entered so you would have to call and agent to get it done for you." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The site HeyWhatsThat.com is a pretty neat tool for answering this sort of question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've taken the liberty of creating a map showing the view from Lands End, which should be available to everyone at that link.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here's the computer-generated panorama:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The Isles of Scilly are barely visible above the horizon (the horizontal magenta line) to the west-southwest, in the direction of the brown line.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The site also calculates the entire \"viewshed\" from Lands End and displays it on a map:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As can be seen from the pink shading on the Isles, their peaks can be seen from Lands End.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, it is not possible to see from the cliffs at Lands End to the beaches of the Isles.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/31165/Michael Seifert", "score": 33 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "They can be seen from Cornwall, and photographic evidence isn't hard to find.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Isles of Scilly from Gwennap Head .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source : Bob Jones via Wikimedia Commons.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47776/Pere", "score": 28 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I saw the islands from near St Just last week, a distance of almost 30 miles.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Very faint, but definitely visible.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I had no trouble with binoculars separating the islands and the hill on Samson.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/81809/Kevin King", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I saw them using binoculars aboard the Brittany Ferry service from Plymouth, Devon to Roscoff, Brittany on 25th August 2018.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Halangy Down Transmitter on St Marys was visible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The visibility was excellent, but perhaps there was a temperature inversion happening, or something like it, since I wouldn't have expected to be able to see over such a great distance (approx 90 - 95 miles).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have seen the Lizard peninsula from Rame Head before with the naked eye, which is about 45 - 50 miles, and that was unusual, so I was really excited to see the Isles of Scilly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/83861/Will Tall", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Based on Mark Mayos excellent answer to this question and calculating the height 80 metres close to the Cornwall coast line you can only see a maximum of 32km with the naked eye.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is based on the calculation: where d = distance in km and h = height in metres.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19694/davidb", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "They can be seen faintly from Cornwall, but the beaches of the islands are not visible from the cliffs at Land's End.", "It is possible to see the Isles of Scilly from Cornwall, however it cannot be seen from the cliffs at Lands End. There is picture evidence to support that the Isles of Scilly can be seen from Cornwall though." ] ]

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[ [ "The isles of Scilly are barely visible above the horizon, but they are visible. There is even photographic evidence to rpove it.", " it is not possible to see from the cliffs at Lands End to the beaches of the Isles." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "It's a sign of respect.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A bit like using both hands to shake yours.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Source: I lived in Africa for something like 7 years.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I personally found this more common in West Africa than East Africa.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Edit: Perhaps as clarification, the right elbow typically is held with the left hand, as if to support the right arm.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But, I've also often seen 'just' touching the right forearm with the fingers of the left hand.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2271/MastaBaba", "score": 73 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As MastaBaba said , it's a sign of respect.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As an Ethiopian, most of us were taught as children to hold our hand (anywhere on the forearm)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "when greeting elders (basically anyone older).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is considered rude to shake hands without holding one's arm, and in most cases the person (elder) will be offended.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes, the person may also look down during the handshake, which is also another sign of respect.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/72706/Kidus", "score": 49 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Having lived in Uganda Africa for almost 8 years I think I can answer your question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here in Uganda its a sign of respect.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I often place my hand on my elbow when shaking the hands of the elderly because I acknowledge their old age and their knowledge.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It means they acknowledge you and respect you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Like @Kidus answered its considered rude to not place your other hand on some part of your forearm.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes the person will nod his/her head toward the ground while shaking your hand, Its also a sign of respect and it would be disrespectful not to follow suit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/72728/E. Huckabee", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I think it is the respectful way of shaking hands.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I assume this from reading The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency books (set in Botswana) where the main character refers to this as the proper way of shaking hands.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A foreigner who shows respect by shaking hands this way goes up in the character’s estimation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/72705/Brontew", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Just as another place where it is done, this is the standard way of shaking hands in the sport of Taekwondo.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "See this page for example: Shaking Hands A Taekwon-Do handshake is always given with two hands.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With the right hand extended, place the left hand palm down under the right elbow.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is a gesture of respect and should be used at all times, even outside the dojang, when giving or receiving items, as well as when shaking hands.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/230/Peter K.", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "My experience is with Nepal, transaction like paying or gifting are conducted with the right hand.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Placing the left hand on the right elbow connotes greater respect or formality to the transaction.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Adding the hand to elbow is like changing \"Its nice to meet you\" to \"Its very nice to meet you\" or \"Thank you\" to \"Thank you, sir\".", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47709/Jammin4CO", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "Supporting the right arm with the left hand is a sign of respect, especially toward elders.", "This handshake is considered to be a very respectful gesture in certains african countries. It is how the children of certain African countries are taught to great their elders and friends respectfully." ] ]

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[ [ "This handshake is considered to be a very respectful gesture in certains african countries. It is how the children of certain African countries are taught to great their elders and friends respectfully." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The child would not need a passport, but you must be able to prove that you are their legal guardian.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Assuming that you are flying, the best thing to do would be consult your airline's webpage, as sometimes policies can vary between airlines.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, from Flybe : Republic of Ireland travel British and Irish citizens must have a form of photographic ID which proves their nationality/citizenship for immigration purposes e.g. a valid passport or full/provisional photographic driving licence.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "British and Irish citizens under the age of 18 do not need a passport when travelling with a parent or guardian but", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "it is highly recommended that they have one.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Without a passport, the parent/guardian must be able to prove the relationship with the child, showing birth certificate, marriage certificate etc.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A child of any other nationality must hold a passport which is covered for the period of intended stay.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/49829/Conrad", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The fact is that all British and Irish citizens have an unconditional right to enter each other's countries.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Meaning anyone with documents proving or making it plausible that they're British/Irish must be let in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As such, if the child is yours, their birth certificate stating your relationship is enough, although some check-in handling agents (if flying) may not accept it (contact them beforehand and ask)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If it's not your child, ask the parents to obtain the child's birth certificate as well as a legalised/notarised affidavit of consent containing a copy of their ID as well as their contact details.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39782/Crazydre", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Be careful though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Ryanair won't accept anything other than a passport between Ireland and the UK.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "As far as I am aware, they are the only carrier with this requirement.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I am not clear how this affects accompanied minors flying on this route with Ryanair, though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note also, based on experience travelling using only a driver's license, that you may be asked to produce your boarding card as evidence of your journey, this has happened to me several times recently, when entering Ireland, so be sure to keep this handy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73215/ajay", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "RYANAIR ONLY ACCEPT PASSPORTS.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've just done a live chat to see if I can take my 10 month old baby from the UK to dublin with a birth certificate and they have said they will only accept passports.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/94856/Lucy Rowley", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From my own experience as both a bus passenger and travelling via private car as a passenger, the experience differs .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My ID was always checked before boarding at Pembroke Dock as a bus passenger and randomly as a car passenger at Rosslare.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It seems to depend on the mood of the staff and how busy they are.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have not got a passport yet , but no doubt will need to get one sooner or later.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Have never been asked for ID for our child of whom we have Special Guardianship.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/104002/Sandra NEATE", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Where in the UK are you?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you travel by boat, you won't have your ID checked, so another option is to drive, or Rail and Sail.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16657/JMK", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "British and Irish citizens under the age of 18 do not need a passport when travelling with a parent or guardian, but proof of legal guardianship such as a birth certificate should be provided. If you are not the parent, you should also bring a legalised/notarised affidavit of consent from the parents containing a copy of their ID as well as their contact details. Children of any other nationality are required to hold a passport that is valid for the duration of their stay.", "In most cases the minor does not require a form of ID unless they are a none british citizen or flying with Ryanair. It is the parent/guardian who requires a valid form of ID and proof that the child is there's or that they are the legal guardian. This may come in the form of a birth certificate and/or a legalised/notarised affidavit of consent which would also contain a copy of the real parents ID if the child is not yours." ] ]

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[ [ "Provided that the child is a british citizen then they do not require a passport or driving license in most cases. It is the parent/guardian who re-quires a valid form of ID as well as some form of proof that the child is either theirs or they are the legal guardian. If the child is not a british citizen then they require a passport. ", "S1: Ryanair won't accept anything other than a passport between Ireland and the UK even if the passenger is a minor.", "If traveling by land or sea you do not have to provide any form of ID." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Even if you were over 18, you should be able to attend together since you're family and you're traveling together.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This is particularly true if your baggage is at all intermingled, i.e. if you have things belonging to each of you in the same bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd present together.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll certainly be advised if this isn't acceptable, and I fully expect it will be acceptable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62876/Jim MacKenzie", "score": 69 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Your age doesn't matter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Go together.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I usually do so.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This simplifies the control of the immigration officer, especially if your mother doesn't speak English or if she expect that you will guide her to the city and country.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In any case, to reassure you, you will do some queuing, so check how other people behave.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If a new policy is being followed, you will find that other people will be split (from their group).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53544/Giacomo Catenazzi", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Short Answer: If you're traveling together, you will go together, regardless of your age.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I've repeatedly flown into the US from overseas, most recently last month.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My family is mixed US passport and Green Card, and we don't have the same last name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Regardless, we've always been processed with the automated machines.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If there's someone with a US passport in the group, and everyone else has the required visa, then you all go straight through the automated system.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can choose your preferred language for the process at the kiosk.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A non-US citizen will have to submit to a finger print scan at the machine, everyone must answer questions about their trip, and everyone will be photographed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At the end, each person has a printed \"receipt\" to carry, and eventually give to a customs agent.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You interact with a human afterwards, but almost everything is done by machine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's a long queue beforehand, so use the restroom or fill your water bottle immediately after you leave the plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We've stood in line up to 40 minutes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73267/Ashley H", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Newark is listed as having the Automated Passport Control machines.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are eligible to use these then...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The kiosks allow people residing at the same address to be processed together.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I believe for visitors that means those who will be residing at the same address (including the same hotel)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "while in the US, not a matter of living together in your country of residence.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Certainly you and your mother should move to a machine together and start entering your details - it will guide you if you need to do anything different", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/36472/Dragonel", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I know the question was about US, but I guess it also depends on the officer's mood.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was travelling to Finland last December on our way to Finland", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the officer asked us to go border control station together, while on our way back another officer specifically told me to keep the distance between me and the control station while he was looking at my gf's documents.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73293/aga", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As others pointed out, age shouldn't matter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If I travel to the USA with my spouse, usually we approach the officer together -- it has never been a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Except the last time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We then flew into JFK, and at that moment, I was a \"returning ESTA visitor\", and my spouse was not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Which meant, we got sorted into two different lanes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But if that doesn't happen to you, and you're both queuing in the same lane, just approach the officer together.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The worst what will happen is the officer saying one of you have to wait till the other is done.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Unles specifically instructed otherwise, you can go to the machine or desk together if you are residing at the same address.", "In most cases you can enter through the machines and approach the customs guard together though there are some rare exceptions to this i.e. when you are required to stand in a different line from your mother, when an officer tells you to separate or when a customes officer tells you to wait while he checks your partners details." ] ]

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[ [ "Regardless of your age you should be able to use the machines and approach the customes officer together. There are some instances where you may be placed in separate ques.", "In some cases you will have to deal with the officers demands and separate if they decide to separate you" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I did a search of all intra-European flights for tomorrow (12 Feb 2018) and came up with the following:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hahn Air has a flight with a Cessna Citation (6 seats) scheduled between LUX and DUS Loganair", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "has several flights, as previously noted, mostly from KOI, NRL, and PPW on Britain-Norman Islanders (8 seats), as well as a number of flights around Scotland on 19-seat Twin Otters Direct Flight has some Islanders with 9 seats flying out of LWK Hebridean Air Services flies some Islanders from COL, TRE, and OBN Isle of Scilly Skybus flies 16-seat Twin Otters from ISC to NQY and LEQ BA's Scandinavian subsidiary, Sun Air of Scandinavia, flies 18-seat Avro J-31's between BGO and BLL Aurigny", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "flies", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "18-seat Dornier 228s between GCI and DNR Flybe flies 19-seat Avro J-41's between CWL and VLY Chalair flies Beechcraft Beech 1900D's with 19 seats around western France, mostly based out of BOD and NTE Norlandair flies 19-seat Twin Otters in Iceland AIS Airlines flies 19-seat Avro J-32's around Sweden, including ORB, GOT, and MMX Aero VIP", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "flies Avro J-32's around the Madeira Islands Twin Jet", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "flies Beechcraft Beech 1900D's with 19 seats around France based out of ORY, MRS, TLS, and LYS SUE Orenberg", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "flies", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "20-seat Let 410's around Russia.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "That's just for one day.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's certainly likely that a lot of small routes with small planes don't fly everyday", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so I'm probably missing some.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/66333/cbw", "score": 46 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "OFD in Germany is offering regular flights (scheduled) between Emden and Borkum using a Cessna 172, with 2 pax max.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Flight schedule", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The fleet", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/61784/Tony Delaney", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Wikipedia lists a few dozen European operators of Britten-Norman Islanders .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many of them are historical, but a few appear to currently fly scheduled routes with them: Loganair for Westray to Papa Westray Isles of Scilly Skybus Hebridean Air Services FLN Frisia Luftverkehr", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16947/hmakholm left over Monica", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Norwegian company Lufttransport have a scheduled route between Bodø Airport and Værøy Heliport using the AgustaWestland AW139 helicopter ( Værøy Airport has been closed since a Twin Otter fatally crashed).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This helicopter has 15 seats.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's a bit heavier and longer than some small fixed-wing aircrafts, but certainly much narrower.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Dimensions from Wikipedia:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Length: 16.66 m (54 ft 8 in) Width: 2.26 m (10 ft 0 in) Height: 4.98 m (16 ft 4 in) Empty weight: 3,622 kg (7,985 lb)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For comparison, the Twin Otter DHC-6 Series 100 has:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Length:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "15.77 m", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Width: 19.8 m (wingspan) Height:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "5.9 m Empty weight: 2,653 kg The Britten-Norman BN-2A Islander is shorter, lower, and lighter yet, but as a fixed-wing aircraft, remains much wider than the AgustaWestland.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For most definitions of \"smaller\", the Britten-Norman would win, but if you're looking for the most compact \"plane\", the AgustaWestland helicopter flying to Værøy wins.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2509/gerrit", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In Portugal there is a company, Sevenair that only operates a small airplane, a 19 seats Dornier 228 .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It flies across all Portugal, North to South, connecting 5 cities, Bragança, Vila Real, Viseu, Cascais, Portimão.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73683/Rui Barradas", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "According to their website , Finist'air has flights most days of the week between Brest and Ushant on a 9-seat 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[ [ "There are a number of flights in different countries with fewer than 20 seats, especially to remote areas and islands. These include a 6-seat Hahn Air flight between LUX and DUS; several 8- and 9-seat flights in Scotland using Britten-Norman Islanders, scheduled flights between Emden and Borkum in Germany using a Cessna 172, with max. 2 passengers, or Finist'air flights most days of the week between Brest and Ushant on a 9-seat Cessna Caravan.", "There are a large number of flights around Europe that are made in air planes of 20 seats or less with the smallest number of seats being 6. These flights take place in a range of countries including England, Germany, West of France, Scotland to name a few." ] ]

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[ [ "There are a large number of flights around Europe that are made in air planes of 20 seats or less with the smallest number of seats being 6. These flights take place in a range of countries including England, Germany, West of France, Scotland to name a few." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "You can use ÖBB's site also for stations outside of Austria to see departures and arrivals.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just enter the station you are interested in and click on Display Information , then on Departures (or Arrivals ) and under Settings you can change the date (and some other things, such as type of train).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As always there is the caveat that HAFAS might not know about some regional trains (the same problem as if you use bahn.de to plan journeys) but this should be better than nothing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/54794/martin.koeberl", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can look at the departures or arrivals for any station on the UK rail network on the National Rail website .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": 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"text": "Continuing the example, Glasgow Central is on timetable 225 and 226.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/22007/TafT", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "While not an official source the Wikipedia page for most train stations in the UK has a section labeled services, which give an overview of the trains from a station.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Example for Kyle of Lochalsh:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "( https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyle_of_Lochalsh_railway_station )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Always be sure to check against an official source before traveling.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your having trouble finding the nearest station you could consider using one of these maps of the network: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/maps.aspx https://www.openrailwaymap.org/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, if you know the date you'll be traveling real time trains is capable of showing all departures from a station on a given day, example for Kyle of Lochalsh: http://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/search/advanced/KYL/2018/02/13/0000-2359?stp=WVS&show=pax-calls&order=wtt", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could also consider posting a more specific question with the island you are actually trying to reach.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30717/skifans", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you're happy to search for trains for a single day at a time, you can use http://www.brtimes.com/ .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Enter the departure station, leave \"only trains calling at\" blank, and select a date, and it will show you all trains timetabled to depart from that station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The site says: Information is updated nightly from data feeds provided by Network Rail, except for details of station connection times, train schedules for Ireland (North & South) and some bus and ferry schedules, which are updated weekly from data feeds provided by ATOC.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so it should be reliable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73717/legoscia", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "On my travels across Europe I always use the Rail Planner app .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is mainly for use with Interrail tickets, but two features are really useful for \"normal\" train travels as well:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Find train stations near your current position.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Look up departure and arrival information for every station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The best part of the app is that it's almost entirely offline (data needed for Google Maps integration), and with regular updates for any changes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73722/Erik Karlsson", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "National rail will list routes from A to B for all trains in the UK", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/50282/BritishSam", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For the specific example you quote in a comment (Thurso) since this is basically a single line service the downloadable timetable for the line available from the rail operator's site https://www.scotrail.co.uk/sites/default/files/assets/download_ct/sr1712_north_highlands_12205_web.pdf is useful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Obviously this does not work well for stations which serve many destinations like Birmingham New Street.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For that the Austrian site mention by @martin in his answer is much better.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/66146/mdewey", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Google maps typically shows a \"departure board\" for each rail station.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1161/offby1", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I suggest Rome2Rio which'll list trains and connections, but also give you options for flights, ferries, buses and taxis depending what is appropriate for the route you are travelling.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I can't guarantee the cost accuracy, but it is a good first tool to look at.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Example Dingwall to Inverness https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Dingwall/Inverness Example Thurso to Fair Isle https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Thurso/Fair-Isle Clicking on the train option for example will give you schedule information and links to scotrail, while the bus option links to the different schedule websites.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Once you find which bus and train companies serve the town, you can then use those links to see all routes out from a given town.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So for Dingwall for example, you can click on the scotrail link for trains and Stagecoach, D&E Coaches and Westerbus links for buses", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so you can see all their routes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To get more trains to or from a station, click on \"Explore\" in the top right corner.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There you will get additional connections from your \"to\" and \"from\" locations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example for Thurso there are the local Scottish towns, but also ones such as Thurso to Penzance (Cornwall) and even Gdansk!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/36472/Dragonel", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Departures or arrivals for any station on the UK rail network are available on the National Rail website or the Electronic National Rail Timetable (hosted on the Network Rail website). Wikipedia has an (unofficial) list of trains from most UK stations under the section labelled Services, or you can try sites like Realtime trains, the departure board on Google Maps, Rome2Rio or the Rail Planner app.", "There are a number of ways to research your train stations for your journey, the most official being the National Rail website. You can aslo plan your journey using less official means such as Rome2Rio, Google Maps, Wikipedia etc. Links to some platforms have been provided." ] ]

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[ [ "The National Rail website is the official site to research train journeys in the UK and should list all the necessary options available to you.", "There are a number of less offciail sites and apps that can be used to book and research journey across not just the UK but also the whole of Europe. The include Rome2Rio, Google maps, Rail Planner Wikipedia etc.", "There are addition links to these less oficial journey planners provided." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The Geographers' A-Z Map Company (who do the famous London A-Z street atlas) also do similar roadmaps for every UK county and city, including Dorset (county) and Bristol (the city of your two stated destinations).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You can buy all their products online , and at large stationery shops, for example WH Smith, you will find the relevant local maps.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The South West England and South Wales", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A-Z Road Map covers Bridport and Bristol on one map, although you might prefer to use road signs to get into the coverage of the larger-scale 50 miles around Bristol map.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That said I would heartily recommend that one of you downloads the Waze app on their smartphone and uses that for navigation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Waze has the google map data and also, crucially for UK driving, has access to crowdsourced live traffic data.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You really don't want to find yourself on the M5 on one of its bad days...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3884/AakashM", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The Ordnance Survey do road maps, and the one you'd need is sheet 7 - South West England .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Saying that, for actual navigation I'd always recommend a traditional road atlas (combined with, as AakashM says, a traffic-watching GPS to avoid the snarl-ups on the M5).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You should be able to get one in any decent bookshop, or in most petrol stations or motorway services.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd got for one of the \"concise\" ones that are a smaller size, as the big A3 size ones can be rather unwieldy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Something like this one from the AA, for example.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18319/Nick C", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you're sure you want paper maps, it's probably best to just get a UK road atlas.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The UK isn't a very big country so they're not very expensive.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Paper road atlases designed for exactly this are usually pretty widely and cheaply available in the UK from stationers such as WH Smith or Waterstone's, or any of a number of independent local retailers.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You could probably buy one in advance from your favourite online retailer to be delivered to your UK destination, ready for you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A nationwide atlas is likely to be perfectly workable and not that expensive (under GBP 10); I've usually only bothered with county-specific atlases (note, as another poster said, that the sites you're looking for are in Bristol, not Dorset) where I need fine detail of residential areas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "All that said,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I wouldn't buy one and haven't in years.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Waze is an excellent free GPS navigation application with crowdsourced traffic data and more up-to-date maps which will make your journey much smoother.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're concerned about data charges, Google Maps is also excellent for satnav and can be used completely offline if you download maps in advance - it doesn't take much device space for a really quite large area, and I traveled round northern Scotland that way last year with almost no signal but excellent navigation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74772/eftpotrm", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Most bookshops sell paper maps - Waterstones is the big national chain, but local bookshops will sell them too.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can also pick up 2-3 year old road atlases in many bargain bookshops (e.g. The Works ) for about £2.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It's probably cheaper than buying them online, given you'd have to pay postage too.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you head to the local tourist information centre, they often have free maps within leaflets for either specific attractions, or a group of local places.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Depending on what you're after, they may be sufficient in some cases.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They certainly would be as a supplement to a national road atlas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/38044/Algy Taylor", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Just buy one of these, https://www.amazon.co.uk/2018-Collins-Road-Atlas-Britain/dp/0008214557", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I think those are still widely available in the UK.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "bookshops at the airport (when you arrive)?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "at petrol stations", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "en route?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "certainly at large bookstores in cities.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I much prefer \"real, old-fashioned\" paper folding maps, https://www.amazon.co.uk/Explorer-Purbeck-Dorchester-Weymouth-Swanage/dp/0319242544", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but they're harder to find.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Well, trivially available online - if you have time just buy one from amazon .co.uk", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and they'll post it to you in Oz.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's actually a famous map shop in London, if you're in London you should go ..", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "stanfords.co.uk‎", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19233/Fattie", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "An option no one else has mentioned is to pop into a local Halfords , which is your one stop car/bike/cycle parts and motoring-related-tat superstore chain - the nearest one to Bridport is in Dorchester.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/29788/Moo", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As an ex-Brit I'd vote for buying a cheap road atlas from a service station (or Halfords) when you land.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But, another option", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "if you're in the Perth Metro W.A. and desperate to plan ahead is to try here:-", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "http://www.chartandmapshop.com.au", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's a great shop to just browse in and should have what you're looking for.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74797/mcottle", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Your best option is probably to buy a roadmap for Dorset or the UK, which should be available at any decent bookshop, petrol station or motorway services, as well as Halfords and online. 2-3 year old road atlases are often available very cheaply at bargain bookshops. You could combine this with GPS to avoid traffic on the M5.", "The A-Z UK atlas seems to be a very popular choice amongst many drivers who have to navigate the UK. They are avaible in an abundance of places such as, WH-Smith, Halfords, Garage sales and even online. Aside from that you can also find more traditional paper maps such as \"sheet 7 - South West England\" in bookstores such as Water Stones or your local book store. " ] ]

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[ [ "The A-Z UK atlas series seems to be a veru popular book for navigating the UK using paper maps. They are avaialbe in multiple stores such as WH-Smith, Halfords, Standard bookshops and even bargain sales. They are also available online.", "A more traditional form of paper map can be found in most bookshops and the specific one you would look for is sheet 7 - South West England paper map. You may find maps like this a Waterstones as well as smaller local bookshops." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "There are no remedies.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Greyhound's terms and conditions explicitly disclaim liability for delays: In no event", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "shall carrier be liable for consequential or incidental damages for loss, damage or delay, including weather delays.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And as far as I know, there are no laws in the US that would require them to give you any kind of compensation beyond what the contract specifies (i.e. none).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Maybe you can find travel insurance that would help cover your losses in case of such a delay.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Read the policy carefully to make sure it would cover such an event.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But Greyhound won't.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "By default, this risk is assumed by you and nobody else.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1362/Nate Eldredge", "score": 44 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Transport does not work that way", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you book separate segments from separate companies, they don't owe you anything for a missed connection.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "They got you to the agreed location, their job is done.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you book a multi segment ticket \"thru\" from a single airline, then that airline is responsible for your missed connections.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "So for instance if Delta sold you Glenwood Springs to Dubai, with GS to Denver and JFK-Dubai being codeshares with Amtrak and Emirates, and the Amtrak train is super late...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's all on Delta to get you to Dubai.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you booked the Amtrak segment on your own (to save money), then tough beans.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So that thing you are looking for, happens with thru ticketing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Buy tickets that way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you can't, buy missed connection insurance.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 26 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You cannot coerce any company into taking that liability.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It lies with you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Regardless of the form of transit, when you book separate tickets from point A to point B and point B to point C, the liability of a missed connection at B lies solely with you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you want someone else to be liable for getting you from point A to point C, you need to purchase that on a single ticket or else purchase missed connection insurance , wherein you pay an insurance company to assume that liability.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12011/reirab", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "One possible course of action in this situation is to make alternate arrangements once it becomes clear that you're not going to make your flight, and then present a sympathetic story to the company's representatives.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A few months ago, my wife and I planned a trip to France.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Our outbound itinerary involved taking Amtrak to Boston and then a flight out from Logan.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When it became evident that the train was severely delayed, I talked to the station agent; she was sympathetic to our plight, and cancelled our Amtrak tickets for a full refund.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We drove two hours to the airport instead (spending a couple hundred dollars on airport parking, which was what we were trying to avoid by taking the train.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But there are a lot of caveats to this advice, and it might not be applicable to all situations:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We actually had an alternate method of transportation to get us there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The station agent suggested Uber instead, which also might have worked.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(In the event, we had never used it before and weren't about to try it out for the first time in a high-stress situation.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We didn't actually use Amtrak's services at all; 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[ [ "Greyhound specifically disclaims liability for delays, and the only way that you could claim for a missed connection is when it is part of a multi-segment ticket booked with a travel agent or covered by travel insurance. However, this would require that you left enough time to arrive at the airport the full recommended time in advance.", "If you are to miss a connection they you can be refunded provided that your situation meets certain criteria i.e you have travel insurance or the company that made you miss your connection booked both your journeys and are responsible for you missing the connection that they booked. If this is not the case then they owe you nothing and liability falls on you." ] ]

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[ [ "greyhounds terms and conditions disclaim liability in the event that you miss your flight. If you book separate segments thenyou are completely responsible for arriving on time. ", "Missed connection nsurance can be purchased in order to cover you if you miss any of your connections.", "The only time a company is responsible for you arriving on time is if they booked all of your connections i.e one company booked your transition from bus to plane." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I live in Brazil and used this kind of shower for a good amount of my life.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the summer we actually remove the gas shower and install this eletric shower, cause it is cheaper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, with that said, I'm pretty confident that it depends more on the capability of who made the instalation than the shower itself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've been showering this way for twenty years and never had a problem.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I can undestand why foreigners would be scared to the point of naming it a 'suicide shower', but in my opinion, there's no need for such fear.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74593/lord2701", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "These are common in rural areas of Ecuador and Peru.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have used them for years and only got some mild shocks a few times.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "More than 95% of the time, it runs fine and without risk.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Get it depends on the installation and maintenance of these as the ones that shocked me were in very remote areas.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Those in hotels that use them, were pretty much always safe.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4801/Itai", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I was shocked by one of these one time, in Costa Rica.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was just a quick jolt, nothing too painful and nothing lasting.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Different brands and models are certainly different though, so always worth it to be careful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I wouldn't stress out about it", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I certainly wouldn't avoid staying in a place or visiting a country that is known to use them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/66333/cbw", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You will find something very similar, not in the shower head, but on the wall of your shower, in many bathrooms in Germany.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Usually 10-20 kilo watt, an electronic fuse that shuts down the power within a microsecond if any electrical current is misdirected, and it produces water at the exact temperature that you want immediately .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "https://www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com/de/produktliste/warmwassergeraete/durchlauferhitzer", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd love one of those in my home, but a UK electrician would probably get a heart attack if you ask them to install it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They are supposed to be very energy efficient, and if you use solar energy to create warm water, they can easily just add that little bit extra temperature that you want.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16730/gnasher729", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've used good ones and not-so-good ones.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The electric element is in the water, but of course you can avoid getting shocked if you avoid putting yourself in a place where you close the circuit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "i.e, don't touch metal plumbing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The best is if the shower floor + wall is plastic and you only touch plastic while the heater is on.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The one you pictured would be a lot safer if they moved the on/off switch a few inches over", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "so you could more easily avoid touching the metal pipe until it's off.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74437/krubo", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "This is usually fine if properly installed and maintained, and any shocks will be mild. However, you are more likely to be shocked in remote areas.", "The level of safety really seems to depend on how well the device is maintained and instaled though in most cases the overall safety level seems to be generally high with the lowest level of safety beeing you get the occassional mild shock." ] ]

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[ [ "In most cases the shower seems to be safe.", "Sometimes you get shocked, however the shocks seem to be quite mild", "The level of safety really depends on how it is installed and maintained" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "It's less of a technical constraint and more of a practical one.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The servers maintained by airlines could certainly hold another year's worth of flights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The issue is that it doesn't make much sense from a scheduling standpoint.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As it is, airlines are always adjusting capacities on routes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They add and drop frequencies, open and close routes, and change their fleet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Planning all of that out one year in advance takes a tremendous amount of work.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Planning out two years is even more work, but for what?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Presumably you're asking because you want to buy airline tickets earlier, but most people don't buy very early at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most airline customers buy their tickets within 100 days of the flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many buy within 30 days, and a huge percentage of business travelers buy within a week or two.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hence, the airline would put lots of energy into planning a schedule and setting prices an extra year early for very little return.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That's simply not the best way to run a business, so they don't do it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source: Personal Experience.", "label": [ 0 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the territory.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Incidentally, the cruise industry generally doesn't let you book more than 2 years in advance, and mostly for the same reasons.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53718/Machavity", "score": 20 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Aside from scheduling and related topics, calculating the cost two years in advance is hard.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Flight costs are driven heavily by fuel costs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Predicting these in advance is hard.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As is it hard to predict personnel costs, taxes, airport charges (i.e. it's not even clear whether the city of Berlin will have a new airport in two years or not).", "label": [ 0 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[ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1049/johannes", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Most of the GDS's built by airlines to handle their inventory and loads just do not have a year field in the date, that's why you can only book a ticket +330 days or so into the future.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd say this is the number one reason, with these distribution systems changing this may do to.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76002/ex travel agent", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As well as the difficulty scheduling in advance when you don't know what demand will be like, I imagine another concern would be fluctuation in the price of fuel over a longer period.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Airlines try to hedge their fuel costs to allow for this, but obviously the longer the period the more risk - if you're offering prices now for flights in 18 months' time, and fuel costs increase significantly in the meantime, you're facing a major financial hit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/75876/Mohirl", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From a technical point of view, one could certainly design a computer system that would let customers book indefinitely far into the future.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could say, flight 1207 flies Monday, Thursday, and Friday of every week, every year, forever.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But is the airline prepared to say that it will fly these same routes on these particular dates and times forever?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the airline lets you buy a ticket for 20 years from now, they would be committing that they will still be offering that flight in 20 years.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What if market demands change and they want to reduce the number of flights?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or just reshuffle them some, like make a flight leave a little earlier or later.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The airline can't commit to never, ever dropping or changing a flight.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "So they have to put some realistic limit on how long they will commit to this schedule.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Someone else on here mentioned that \"most\" customers book within 100 days of the flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I haven't seen statistics, but the number of people who know they want to make a certain trip more than a year in advance has got to be very small.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2778/Mark Daniel Johansen", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "It doesn't make a lot of sense for a passenger to book that far in advance, and setting this limit allows the airline to reschedule or drop a flight as well as changing the price.", "Issues with scheduling so far in advanced is one of the main issues with allowing flights to be booked so far in advance. Aside from that, from a business stand point it is just not a smart idea to allow customers to book so far in advanced as airlines could not calculate the actual cost of each flight, would not be able to commit to each flight etc." ] ]

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[ [ "One issue is that it does not make sense from a scheduling stand point.Planning out a whole years worth of flights takes a tremendous amount of work and airlines do not know what routes they will be flying passed a years time.", "From a business stand point it is not the smartest move as there are a number of variables that cannot be accounted for if flights are made available more than a year in advanced such as; Cost of flights, whether or not they can commit to the flight and whether or not it would be a smart investment from the perspective of the client to book over a year in advance." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I have lived in five countries including the UK and never seen such a sign in real life.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I only know them from American movies, where I've always semi-felt they were some sort of Wild West joke or something, like when they reduce the number by one after a lynching.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I can't conceive of why the population would be posted outside a town, rather than its GDP, area in hectares, name of its mayor, or some other random datum.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76528/Amy Dee Dempster", "score": 81 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Most villages/towns/cities have signs saying \"Welcome to {name of village/town/city} \", but they (almost exclusively) don't have populations on them in the UK.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "When you drive along motorways, like the M4, you don't go into any villages/towns/ cities, so you don't see the \"Welcome to {name of village/town/city} \" signs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You do see \"Welcome to {name of county} \" though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "London, UK, possibly doesn't have these signs anyway -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "London's too big.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I expected to find signs to the boroughs and/or the towns and villages that have been absorbed into Greater London, but I didn't find anything for \"Welcome to Westminster sign\" on google images, or for Hackney or Brixton either.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Possibly only smaller towns and villages bother with the signs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I did find this for Tolworth, an area of the Kingston-upon-Thames borough.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33050/AndyT", "score": 39 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "At least one existed: one was erected in Trowbridge in 1999, and then replaced later.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But they are exceedingly rare, and I'm not entirely sure that these count as 'road signs'.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Geograph", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76547/Dragon", "score": 31 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "According to a brief google search (and from personally visiting several countries on different continents), the population number on the welcome sign seems to be a North American custom.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've never seen this anywhere else.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, to answer your question, there most likely are no such signs, you didn't miss them.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76529/Kakturus", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You didn't miss them - they don't exist here, or indeed almost anywhere outside of the USA as far as I've seen.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, our councils can hardly manage to fill potholes, posting optional factoids on signs is just extravagance.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/20361/John U", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As others have said, town signs in the UK don't have the population on.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "What they do quite often have, however, is \"twinned with\", showing the other towns and cities they are partnered with for cultural exchange reasons - as shown on the bottom of the Trowbridge sign in @Dragon's post", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18319/Nick C", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In the UK, we have no local registration of one's residence.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can move somewhere and the only thing the council knows about a change in residence, is one name on the council tax bill, a new kid in a school, new benefit claim, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is no need to register other family members or lodgers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The only reasonably reliable count of population is every 10 years when the census is taken.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The rest of the time, it would be a costly hassle for councils to maintain such a sign.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/83751/Nick", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "While welcome signs are common in the UK, signs showing the population are almost unknown outside of the US.", "In the UK they do not put th total population of a town or city on road signs. One of the reasons for this is that there is no way for these towns/cities to know what the total population is due to the fact that there is no local registration of one's residence." ] ]

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[ [ "The UK does not post the total population of a town on road signs so you will not find them.", "In the UK, we have no local registration of one's residence so there is no way to tell what the total population of a town is." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "It depends.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Assuming that you don't exceed any size limits, airlines are still often cautious when it comes to any kind of straps, even loose straps on a plain rucksack, or any other dangling parts from checked luggage.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The airline may require you to wrap your rucksack in plastic foil to contain any loose ends.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Both in Gatwick and in Bergen, there are actually bag wrap services, where you can have that done for you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The reason is simply that any loose ends or parts of checked luggage tend to tangle or get stuck on the conveyor belt system.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It saves the airport luggage handlers a lot of hassle if the passengers are required to contain their luggage as one manageable piece with a predictable shape.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2358/Tor-Einar Jarnbjo", "score": 31 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "No airline requires you to check \"a bag\".", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As long as you are within the size, weight, and content restrictions, you can check pretty much check anything you want.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "What you (and them) want to avoid are dangling parts (straps, etc.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "possible part separation (after all, there is a single tag for the whole thing).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Both points are easily solved by putting your stuff inside a (strong) plastic bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most airlines I know do provide big transparent bags for this; they are mostly used for child seats and strollers, but they are certainly appropriate for a backpack with stuff attached to it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For more peace of mind, you may want to bring your own bag and not depend on the check-in agent.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/10087/Martin Argerami", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Consider using an airport bag for your backpack.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It would not only solve the tent problem, but it also makes sure that straps and buckles do not get caught and damaged in transit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They only weigh some hundred grams and are easy to stow.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Depending on how you pack, they might double as a bag for dirty clothes or similar on your hike.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have this one , but that's just an example.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/54739/mrks", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, it should be allowed.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I've checked a folding bicycle unbagged on multiple airlines with a strap holding it together.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just make sure there aren't any loose parts hanging out, like make sure the strap itself is tied and not dangling and that the pull string for the tent is packed away where it can't get caught on anything.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Ideally you want to put backpacks in a duffel bag, but if you're traveling light and want to skip than you should be fine if you take certain precautions against getting snagged in the conveyor belt.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/77738/Jay Speidell", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "One solution to the outer bag proposed in some answers to keep the straps under control is a rucksack raincover.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some are designed to zip round the entire bag in transit, like this one (not necessarily a recommendation, just an example) .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'd need a lightly oversized one if you're carrying a lot of outside load on your pack, but it would be useful on the trail as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've always been OK with strapping the straps tight to the pack and tying off any loose ends, but you might not get away with that everywhere", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18491/Chris H", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "They can ask you to reorganize your luggage if straps could get in the conveyor system OR if items (like the tent) could get loose due to not being fixed correctly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Happened to me two times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But that's no problem at all: you can either take a tape with you to fix your setup on site or use an additional cover which has the advantage to secure your straps (would be bad if they are damaged before the trip).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Apart from that you don`t need to worry.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46657/Marc Wittmann", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "As long as you are within the size, weight and content restrictions, it should be allowed. However, you may be required to secure loose and dangling straps and may be asked to wrap your bag in plastic foil.", "So long as your luggage does not exceed the maximum amount of weight and size then you should be allowed to check it in. In the event that you have some loose ends you may have to wrap your bag in foil." ] ]

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[ [ "Provided that you do not exceed the maximum size and weight limits then your baggage should be accepted.", "In the event of having loose ends you may be required to wrap your bag in plastic foil" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "There is a fantastic website (albeit in German) called PatList that lists every paternoster elevator in existence, as well as whether or not its publicly accessible.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Currently there's about 300 such elevators left in operation (of which at least 50 are freely accessible to the public), so they're far from rare.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Google Translate works well with the site, so it should be easy to find places to visit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Overall your best bet would be to travel to Germany and Czech Republic, as they have the bulk of the worlds remaining paternosters in operation.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In fact I rode one this morning here in Prague :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/9009/JonathanReez", "score": 51 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The paternoster at the Arts Tower in the University of Sheffield, UK ( Universities web-page , BBC video ) certainly used to be open to the public.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "These forum posts from 2012 and a number of more recent Tripadviser reviews suggest that this is still the case.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The university also publishes a self guided tour (pdf) which includes the tower and its blurb does talk about the paternoster but also states that there is \"Limited access to inside building\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Alternatively you could book yourself onto a public event inside the building.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Monday to Fridays 15th to the 29th of June an architectural exhibition is taking place in the arts tower.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or you can view their full list of events .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The university has also traditionally opened one building up to members of the public to tour in September each year as part of the heritage open days scheme , the arts tower opened in 2012 and the university didn't take part last year (2017).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Weather or not they will take part in 2018 and which building will likely be known around mid July (Source) .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Obviously there is no guarantee that the paternoster will be running on any given day/time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But i'd image its most likely to be the case from around 9-5 during term time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The building does feature other normal lifts which may be in use instead - something which I would imagine is more likely going to be done for a late evening event or on a weekend/event out of term time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could send an email and try and ask the exact opening times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Finally, you could also visit on an open day with potential students, there are a handful of dates over the summer or the students union offer more regular tours to non-students.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They note that \"Although the campus tour will take you past most of the academic buildings, if you wish to visit a specific department and speak to a member of staff then you will need to contact them directly, at least two weeks prior to your visit to the University.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\" you could ask if there tour includes the Arts Tower, or ask if they would be willing to while you are there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While these tours are open to the public, they will of course be designed for prospective students of the university.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30717/skifans", "score": 22 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Bochum in Germany has one in city hall that's a local city favorite.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was closed in 2013 for legal reasons but re-opened in 2015 by the mayor herself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "She hits the button at around 1:50 .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Similar to Hilmar's answer , the city hall of Stuttgart, Germany also has a Paternoster that is publicly accessible and frequently mentioned on TripAdvisor .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was opened in 1956 and was temporarily shut down in 2015 due to legal issues.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can watch it being re-opened on YouTube .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can visit the Paternoster during the opening hours of city hall, usually from 8am to 6pm on weekdays.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Image by", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "РБМК-1500 from Wikipedia , CC BY-SA 3.0 DE", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/63571/dasdingonesin", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Vienna city hall,active and publicly available Paternoster,open from 06:30 a.m. thru 4 p.m. local time on working days.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "North entrance #6 (Felderstrasse) https://club.wien.at/magazin/lifestyle/paternoster-im-rathaus/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They celebrate its 100th birthday this year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/77222/dlatikay", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There are a few Paternosters still operating in Prague - the most accessible one is located in New City Hall, and there are others (I am not sure if they operate) in the buildings of CTU Campus.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/78213/John", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The government building in Copenhagen, Denmark has one; although I'm not aware of how many hoops you'd have to go through to obtain access.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "Somebody posted this video from the Christiansborg elevators -- I would not have filmed it in 90* rotation!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33371/KlaymenDK", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can visit three of them in Brno.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They are at these locations:1)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Post office next to main train station (there is big sign POŠTA", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": ", you can't miss it)2) Faculty of Mechanical Engineering which is part of University of technology (address: Technická 2616 00", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": "Brno)3)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Brno city hall", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": "(address:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Malinovského náměstí 3 (Malinovsky square 3))", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/89658/Brno citizen", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Not sure if the one in the GrossMarkt Halle (in Ostend, Frankfurt am Main), now the ECB is still working and accessible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I worked in the building (had an office there)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I used to ride it everyday.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/78278/Chris", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "PatList is a website in German listing every paternoster elevator in existence, as well as whether or not it is publicly accessible. Most that are still in operation are in Germany and the Czech Republic, including the city halls in Bochum and Stuttgart, but there is also one at the Arts Tower in the University of Sheffield, UK that certainly used to be open to the public.", "Paternosters can be found all over Europe especially in most cities city halls. An abundance of them can be found in Germany and there is even a website that is dedicated Paternosters, there location and whether or not they are publicly accessible." ] ]

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[ [ "There is a dedicated German website that specifies the location and public availibility of Paternosters.", "Germany and Czech seem to be a hotspot for Paternoster's. Germany alone has some in Bochum city hall and Stuttgart city hall.", "The Arts Tower in the University of Sheffield has a Paternoster.", "Paternosters seem to be present in a lot of official buildings around Europe including the government building in copenhagan, Viena city hall and Prague new city hall", "Brno is a hot spot location for 3 Paternosters including one at Brno city hall" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "You can demand that explanation.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In this explanation the shopkeeper/company will try to explain what they do with the data, how long they keep it, and why they think it is legal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it is legally required to collect this data, you are out of luck.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it is not legally required but legal to collect the data, they should give you an option to opt out of data collection without limiting your access to unrelated transactions (i.e. cash for physical goods).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27778/o.m.", "score": 62 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Certainly, in the UK you can refuse.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This has become common practice since the public found out the stores were pocketing the 20% sales tax savings with out sharing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here is a link to the British newspaper which claimed to have exposed the scam.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "https://www.independent.co.uk/money/tax/airport-vat-scam-five-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-boarding-pass-rip-off-10456609.html", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13643/Ian Turton", "score": 30 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Even before GDPR my experience is that when I say, \"It's not necessary, my destination is also within the EU,\" then the checkout assistant doesn't push the issue.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've even had one reply,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"It's ok", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", you don't have to show it if you don't want to\"; I think that was in a Boots in either LGW or STN.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So the answer to \"Can I refuse to show my boarding pass\" is that you can, and you don't need to rely on GDPR when refusing.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Even if you did want a legal argument based on privacy, the old Data Protection Directive has you covered with the principles of legitimate purpose and proportionality: if you're travelling within the EU then it serves no purpose for them to process your data, and it would be disproportionate to insist on it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/819/Peter Taylor", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can only refuse if the boarding pass is being read electronically.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the cashier just needs to visually see it, then GDPR does not apply.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can still refuse to show it, but then teller also can refuse to sell you the item.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the system doesn't save your name (which is the only personal information on a boarding card - note, the frequent flier number is anonymized and doesn't come under GDPR)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "then I believe you also are not under GDPR rules.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not sure if this is really worth the wrath of everyone else behind the line at the counter trying to get at the gate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What is the goal here?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Privacy?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you pay using your card, they already have more information about you than on the boarding pass.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or can I at least demand an explanation of how my personal data is stored from the shop keeper?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They will probably refer you to their term and conditions, a website or some other printed brochure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I doubt the cashier or the manager is authorized to speak on corporate policy and procedure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even if they are, they will probably pull you aside to speak to you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So again, not sure if this is just a hypothetical question or something practical.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I mean, really - isn't the point to overspend on something, get to the gate, and then regret it the entire flight? :-)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1375/Burhan Khalid", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In the UK at least, Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) requires airport duty free shops (or \"export shops\") to be satisfied that the customer is a passenger or crew by demanding a \"transport document\" from the customer.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This must show the current date of travel, flight number, final country of destination and the time of departure or boarding time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Simply put those duty free shops are not allowed to sell you duty free goods unless you show them a boarding card or airline ticket that has the required information.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I imagine this is a \"legitimate interest\" for the purposes of GDPR.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The law is The Excise Goods (Export Shops) Regulations 2000: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/cy/uksi/2000/645/made/data.xht?wrap=true More information here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/excise-notice-197a-excise-goods-holding-and-movement/excise-notice-197a-excise-goods-holding-and-movement The airport shops that are not duty free shops ask for your boarding card or ticket because they can claim back VAT if you are travelling outside the EU, although not all shops pass this saving to the customer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can refuse to show them the boarding card and they can refuse to give you the discount.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Martin Lewis did a good piece on the requirements and differences between the shops: https://blog.moneysavingexpert.com/2017/05/need-show-boarding-pass-airport-shops-video-guide/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/70642/Lag", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Airport Duty free stores are mostly airside after security and in customs controlled zones where the country's customs officials require the retailer to prove where the products sold are being exported to.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's both for Eurostat reporting as well as the VAT and Excise reclaim.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hence the requirement for the boarding pass whether EU or Non EU.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/78413/Kubla", "score": 4 } } ]

[ [ "You can ask for an explanation and may be able to refuse if the card is being read electronically, but HMRC requires airport duty free shops (or \"export shops\") to be satisfied that the customer is a passenger or crew by demanding a \"transport document\" from the customer. If they ask to check it without recording the information, GDPR does not apply and they can refuse to sell you the item.", "In the UK it seems to be necessary to provide your boarding pass, however in most cases the GDPR rule can be applied in certain circumstances i.e when the pass has to be scanned or if the infrmation is not required legally. That being said, you can always refuse to show your boarding pass though it does not mean that you will always be allowed to purchase your item." ] ]

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[ [ "In the UK it seems that you require a boarding pass regardless of GDPR", "In most cases the application of the GDPR rule can only come into play through certain circumstances. If the person at the cashier needs to scan your boarding pass or does not require its information you can refuse. If that is not the case then you are out of luck. You can always ask for an explanation as to why you need to provide your pass, however you it turns out you need to provide your details and you refuse then the seller can rufuse to sell you the item.", "You can always refuse to show your boarding pass details to the cashier" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Or can I just dial +92...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "as usual?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yes.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Although it is the + prefix that's the \"magic\" here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is short hand for the outbound international dialling code for whatever country you are dialling from .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is what allows you to use the same (international format) phone number anywhere in the world.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are calling from the US then the phone network substitutes + with 011 (the international dial-out code for the US), or if calling from the UK, 00 .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, the alternative, if dialing from the US would be to dial 01192... - but this will only work in the US (or any country that uses the same dial-out code). Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_international_call_prefixes", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13329/MrWhite", "score": 76 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can just dial as usual, just like you would to call him at home, and the call will go through.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But you'll be charged for an international call, however your cell phone plan handles international roaming.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You may find it makes more sense to plan in advance to use Skype, WhatsApp, WeChat, etc..., which will use only your data connection (or wifi) and not billable minutes from calls.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'd want to check with your carrier to determine your rates for roaming in the US and/or consider obtaining a SIM card from a US carrier, depending on the costs and your expected usage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 26 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, you should dial +92, as usual.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19400/phoog", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If we're talking cellphones here, just get into the habit of always storing the proper international prefix with the number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It will not cost you extra to dial such a number as a local call, and if you happen to be elsewhere the number will still work as is.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For instance - I'm danish and all my local danish numbers are prefixed with +45.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They work perfectly both within Denmark and when I'm elsewhere.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/70608/P. Goetterup", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "One has to keep two subjects separately here: Dialling properly to make sure the call goes through.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How much the call will cost you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While the subject of call cost would possibly be an interesting one (though these days less than 2-3 years ago) somethink different is important to make sure you will be dialling the correct number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In case the person you are calling has provided their number properly in international format, i.e. +yyyxxxxx, you won't face a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But in case you see a phone number written in national format (i.e. without a country code) and you found out the country code and want to build the international format youself, be careful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many countries (my experience is from Europa mostly) use geographic area codes for landlines and kind of \"virtual\" area codes for mobiles and you can dial from landline to landline within the same area code without having to dial the area code.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The interesting difference between some countries comes with the leading zero in front of the area code.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some countries, you have to omit it, in others not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Example from Germany: Landline in Berlin: 030 1234546International format would be +49 30 123456", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(you drop the 0) Example from Italy: Landline in Bolzano: 0471", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "123456International format would be +39 0471 123456", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(you keep the 0)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The rule of thumb is: More often than not, you drop the 0.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just in case you find out it doesn't work, just insert it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18879/TorstenS", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "You should dial +92 as usual, and the call will go through.", "You can just dial as usual." ] ]

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[ [ "You can just dial as usual" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "You can keep it in the cabin if it is smaller than 40x30x18 cm.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Otherwise you can't.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As we have limited space onboard, we cannot guarantee that all passengers’ hand luggage will be travelling with them in the cabin area of the aircraft.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Only passengers with Wizz Priority will be able to bring their hand luggage on board subject to boarding procedures at each airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The hand luggage of all passengers who have not purchased Wizz Priority will be placed into the cargo hold compartment of the aircraft and can be collected at the baggage belt in the arrival airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your hand luggage is smaller than 40x30x18 cm, you may take it into the cabin but it must be placed under the seat in front of you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Please note that only 1 such bag per passenger is permitted.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Source:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "WizzAir Baggage Policy Life is strange, to protect expensive stuff you have to sometimes spend even more.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would buy the priority service if my carry-on was really valuable to me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/23117/Hanky Panky", "score": 28 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From Hanky Panky's WizzAir Baggage Policy link: MY HAND LUGGAGE WENT TO THE HOLD AND", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "MY MEDICINE/JEWELLERY/LAPTOP WAS STOLEN/DAMAGED.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "CAN I RECEIVE ANY COMPENSATION?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "DO THE 'EXCLUDED FROM HOLD BAGGAGE LIMITATIONS' APPLY TO MY CASE?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your hand luggage went to the hold and it was stolen or damaged, you can report your damaged/lost items upon your arrival at the Lost Luggage/Baggage Claim desk.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We cannot compensate you for the loss of valuable items (items excluded from the hold) such as jewellery and laptops.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We recommend you remove these items from your bag before giving it to the hold.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "WHAT", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "SHALL I DO IF MY BAG GOES TO HOLD", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "AND I HAVE MY FOOD IN IT?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We sell snacks and drinks on board, however, if you would like to take your own food, we recommend you remove it from your bag before giving it to hold.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "CAN", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I BRING MY VALUABLES ONBOARD?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yes, you may take them out and bring them onboard, but you cannot bring a second bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It looks like they suggest themselves to take valuables out before giving the bag for hold.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/79923/FlyingWell", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "With the new policy all passengers without priority have been told they need to put their baggage in the hold, no exceptions, on my four flights since the new policy.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I could however always take out my laptop bag, so as long as it fits in the other bag from the beginning its not a problem to take it out.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/82094/oscar", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "OK, personal experience: I traveled about a week ago.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I had a backpack that can be pushed to hand luggage size, and a small messenger bag with phone and documents, similar small items.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They did measure my larger bag to \"personal item\" size, and as it did not fit, I was told I need to get priority, or give up bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Never mind that it contained camera, several lenses and laptop, buy priority or give up (I did mention the contents).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I decided to buy priority, and was told that simply stand in check-in line", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I was not aware about these requirements before, so did not buy priority in advance - I do not travel often with wizzair), and buy priority during check-in.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I got to the check-in guy, I asked for priority, he looked at me, at my bag, said: \"is this because of bag?\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I said yes, he said \"go, there is no time at the moment\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So basically I was saved by lack of time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But note, that they ignore the contents and might force you to give up or pay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/84167/Evie Heaven", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If it's your only carry-on, then I'd highly recommend just bluffing it out .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From their own WizzAir Baggage Policy As we have limited space onboard, we cannot guarantee that all passengers’ hand luggage will be travelling with them in the cabin area of the aircraft.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Only passengers with Wizz Priority will be able to bring their hand luggage on board subject to boarding procedures at each airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These two rules are contradictory.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One says it's hit & miss, the other says you have to have paid the extra.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In reality, they always ask for volunteers first if the plane is full.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just don't volunteer, & if asked specifically tell them it's your camera bag, worth a fortune.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They will just ask someone else instead.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Data source, such as it is: I never give up my camera bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I fly with it half a dozen times a year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No-one has ever asked twice after I tell them what's in it - worst case scenario", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", I took out one of the big lenses, said \"three grand\" & their expression & demeanour changed immediately.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The bag goes up in the luggage rack with the rest of the carry-on, never in the kick-space.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just to be clear, it is my only carry-on [unless I'm bringing duty free through on a return trip].", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Additionally, it is larger that their 40x30x18 cm rule, but is inside the usual carry-on size of 55x40x23cm.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you wanted to carry it on as an extra bag, then no doubt you'd have to pay for Priority.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "WIZZ Priority", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you purchase the WIZZ Priority service (or you are entitled to WIZZ Priority with WIZZ Privilege Pass, WIZZ GO or WIZZ", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Plus bundles)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "your hand luggage will be guaranteed to travel with you in the cabin area, and you will be allowed to carry one additional small bag (a handbag, a laptop bag or a camera bag) that is not larger than 40 x 30 x 18 cm, and must be placed under the seat in front of you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/60011/Tetsujin", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you board at a Major airport such as London Luton and are able to guarantee you are one of the first on", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "then they will most likely let you keep it with you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the opposite end, if you are boarding at a minor airport such as Poprad-Tatry, they won't usually make you put your bag in the hold.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Therefore unless you can keep impeccable timing, I would recommend either shelling out for Priority or switching bag and keeping your valuables on your person in a large coat or jacket, rather than in a bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/79971/N 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[ [ "You can keep one bag in the cabin under the seat in front of youif it is smaller than 40x30x18 cm, but if you want to separate your carry on luggage you would have to pay for priority.", "If you do not have wizzpriority and your carry on is larger than 40x30x18 cm then you will be forced to put it in the hold." ] ]

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[ [ "On Wizz air you may take on 1 piece of hand luggage if it is smaller than 40x30x18 cm.", "New Policy states that all passenger without Wizzpriority must store their luggage in the hold." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Costco offers Chinese-visa-compliant photos.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There are several Costcos throughout the state, particularly in the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19192/magu_", "score": 19 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you are going through a visa agency, ask them for advice.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Often they specifically WANT US-sized photos so they can edit and cut them to the correct size themselves.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have had success with online visa photo websites.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "(The one I used was epassportphoto.com", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but there are others.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You just take a selfie with your smartphone camera and upload it to the website, tell them what country's specs you want, and then they crop it to the right size and make sure the lighting is OK and then send it to a CVS for printing where you can pick it up.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(You do have to cut it out yourself using scissors, but they provide the lines to cut along.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It costs on the order of $10-20, similar to what a photo shop would charge.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I applied for a Chinese visa with the resulting photographs and the consulate accepted them without complaint or comment.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note: I have no affiliation with any of these websites.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/32143/ajd", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The standard US Passport photo works for a Chinese Visa.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "I did this last year and had the pictures taken at CVS and attached to my Chinese Tourist Visa application", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and it was accepted with no issues.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/80294/michbowhunt", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I’d take a high-res picture myself, scale it down in a graphics editor to get the head size right, then crop it in the same program.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Add a frame of a contrasting color to make it 4x6, print that for less than a buck at Walmart, then cut the frame off with scissors.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12555/WGroleau", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I used an app called Passport Photo on my smartphone.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Had somebody take a picture of me against a light-colored background, emailed the pictures to the travel agency handling my visa application.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Worked fine last November.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/80318/ebhh2001", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I did my chinese visa last September.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was confusing for me because some said a standard 2x2 is fine but the consular office article particularly wanted 33x48 mm photo and a completely white background.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So I took one at CVS and used a background removal visa photo service.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I submitted both of them just in case.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't know which one they accepted.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The one that I took at CVS was not completely white.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do both if you want to go safe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/83668/Shawn", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I used idphoto4you website.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can choose single photo or other printing format (e.g., 4x6) after editing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/106069/Peng Peng", "score": 0 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "try aipassportphoto.com , they generate china visa photo in seconds and create 4*6 printable version for you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/106995/user2254473", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "The standard US passport photo is big enough for a Chinese visa, but you can also ask your visa agency for advice or try Costco, which offers Chinese-visa-compliant photos. Apps like Passport Photo and websites like aipassportphoto.com generate visa-compliant photos in seconds and also create printable versions for you.", "There are a numbr of options you can choose from. You can stick with the US standard photo size, got to Costco, make use of a number of apps/websites and ask your visa agency for help if you are using one." ] ]

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[ [ "You can go to Costco to get your photo taken", "if you’re going through a visa agency you can ask them for advise.", "Use of online apps and websites such as; aipassportphoto.com and the Passport Photo app can be helpful in getting your picture done.", "The standard US passport photo size is accepted for the chinese visa" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Many countries allow you to use a valid visa in an expired passport, as long as you present a valid passport along with it and all the other details (usually including your name)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "have not changed:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, for the United States : My old passport has already expired.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My visa to travel to the United States is still valid but in my expired passport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do I need to apply for a new visa with my new passport?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your visa is still valid you can travel to the United States with your two passports, as long as the visa is valid, not damaged, and is the appropriate type of visa required for your principal purpose of travel.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "(Example: tourist visa, when your principal purpose of travel is tourism).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Both passports (the valid and the expired one with the visa) should be from the same country and type", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Example: both Uruguayan regular passports, both official passports, etc.).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When you arrive at the U.S. port-of-entry (POE, generally an airport or land border) the Customs and Border Protection Immigration Officer will check your visa in the old passport and if s/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "he decides to admit you into the United States they will stamp your new passport with an admission stamp along with the annotation \"VIOPP\" (visa in other passport).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do not try to remove the visa from your old passport and stick it into the new valid passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you do so, your visa will no longer be valid.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or the UK", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(but see the link a bunch of details where this does and doesn't apply):", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can use the valid visa in your expired passport when you’re travelling to and from the UK.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You’ll need to travel with your expired and your new passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This is true of most countries, but you'll need to check for official advice from a particular country to ensure their rules work the same way and whether there are any conditions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If this is allowed by the country you're traveling to, you will also need to ensure your own country allows you to keep your old passport and that it is returned to you after renewal (some countries require that you request this specifically or it will be destroyed).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "See Can I keep my old passport when I have it renewed and a new one issued?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 43 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As mentioned above, it'll depend on the country, and possibly the type of visa.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many countries (most?) ask that the passport's validity covers at least the length of the visa.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In all the countries I have applied a visa for (mostly Asia), both for visits and residence, I had to document the validity of my passport, and it had to be equal or longer to the length of stay.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For tourists visas I was often asked to provide a passport that had a validity exceeding the length of stay by 3 to six months, which makes sense, as these were countries where you can extend your tourist visa in-country.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A notable exception I can think of is visas that by default exceed most passports' validity, like the 10-year visas given by some countries.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But these aren't the most common kind of visa.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For resident visas, it could be argued that as a resident you can easily extend/renew your passport at the consulate, but the countries I have dealt with prefer to play it safe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Many countries accept visas in old passport for entry of both new and old passports are presented.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "We don’t know which country’s visa you have", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but it’s highly probable that it will be fine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/23117/Hanky Panky", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This happened to me with my 10-year India visa, and their policies at the time (not sure if they're still the same) required submitting both the old passport with visa, and new passport, for the visa to be \"moved\" (cancelled on the old passport, and a new one affixed to the new passport with the original expiration date).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Of course it also carried a nice fee for the service.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This definitely varies by country, and you should check the policies of the country that issued the visa.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/306/R.. 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[ [ "Most countries, including the US, will accept a valid visa if presented along with a valid passport. Do not try to transfer your visa to your new passport, but rather present both passports together.", "Many countries allow you to travel with your old passport with the visa and new passport in order to enter the country. You should not tear your visa out of your old passport and stick it in your new one. This will make the visa invalid." ] ]

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[ [ "Many countries allow you to travel with your old passport with the visa and new passport in order to enter the country. You should not tear your visa out of your old passport and stick it in your new one. This will make the visa invalid." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "For the last several years I flew RyanAir, I have never had my boarding pass stamped", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I have non-EU/EEA passport).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have never been refused boarding, and never seen anyone being refused boarding.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The typical RyanAir procedure depends on airport, and is one of the following:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They scan everyone's non-EU passport regardless of whether one did check or not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is typical at BER airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They call non-EU passport holders who didn't get visa check to the gate agent before boarding, and scan your passport there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They walk along the line ready for boarding, and ask who has non-EU passports and didn't do check, sending us to the gate agent for the check.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that this check takes some time (10-30 seconds), and they do close the gate 30 minutes before departure; if you do so, try to arrive earlier than 30 minutes before the gate closure time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47731/George Y.", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This is anecdotal, but here's a forum post about someone who was denied boarding at Edinburgh in March 2018 for not obtaining a visa check stamp.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, another poster says that at Edinburgh in February, the gate agent gave non-EU passengers an opportunity to have their boarding passes stamped at the gate, so experiences vary.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's clear that this requirement is not enforced consistently at all, but does appear to be enforced at least occasionally.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As a Non EEA/EU from London to Madrid it was not required, but from Madrid to London it was and we were denied boarding.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "We had to go through the whole inmigration and security check again.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Lesson learned, if you have to print your BP and it says “visa check”, you have to get the stamp.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don’t play with it; we almost lost our flight because they were not allowing us to board.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/89702/Ray Smith", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "My family (2 adults and 2 kids under 6) was just denied boarding at the gate because of this Visa thing with Ryanair.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "The airport is Eindhoven.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We hold American passports and are residents of the Netherlands.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They didn't care.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The gate person said this was just policy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They happily went through the effort to remove our 5 bags from the flight and offered to rebook us for free 4 days later.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "It seems like approving a Visa at the gate would have been less effort.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We are obviously not happy about it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We will not book Ryanair again.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/95248/Seamus", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "At Basel, for flights to London-Stansted, it's done at the gate, with a Checkport", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Swissport subsidary) agent verifying documents (which, however, isn't always done carefully - I've seen South Africans and Macedonians not being checked for a visa or exemption), before stamping the boarding pass (often even for EU/Schengen citizens), which is then shown at the final boarding check a few metres ahead.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39782/Crazydre", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I suspect it varies from airport to airport and maybe even from flight to flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My Ryanair boarding passes always say this must be done at the check-in desk before passing security.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Edinburgh in March 2018 I forgot to do it", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and nobody said anything about it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Warsaw I tried to do it at the Ryanair check-in desk and they told me to do it at the gate.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74437/krubo", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I got \"Ryan aired\" at Eundhoven today along with 5 other people, -we were denied boarding - inclyding two who had their luggage checked on to the plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I guess you have to point it out as staff at Eindhoven don't seem to know this fact when checking your passport even though the Ryanair flight was in the next room.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I arrived two hours early and got through security and passport control no problem and waited 30 minutes while the staff talked to each other.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is an hour before the flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Someone even checked my boarding pass but did not tell me I needed a speciali stamp until the plane arrived and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "they started boarding us.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They set us aside and told us to wait", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and they would check our documents", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'df there was time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "New Zealanders do not need a Visa to the UK and easyjet knows this", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "si fly with them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They then said there was no time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was rebooted 4 flights later at 9.25 PM the next day", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I suspect they use this as a means of \"bumping\" people off overbooked flights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/99543/Carlinda Roberts", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I live in Spain.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For national flights not necessary.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For international flights (i.e. from Spain to the rest of Europe)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it is necessary.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/89602/Jake", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You need it stamped at the counter even for domestic flights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I am South African and travelling from Scotland to England.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This applies for all non-EU citizens.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You have to pay an extra £3 to check in and print your boarding pass so that it can be signed (this only applies if you need to checking in 48hr before your flight)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/91074/Nat", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "This rule is not enforced consistently, but it is sometimes enforced and you may be prevented from boarding or asked to do the visa check at the gate.", "There are a lot of issues with this rules consistancy with some people never being checked and others being denied their flight. In some cases you are asked to get checked at the gate instead of at check-in. If you are caught you may be denied entry to your flight and your baggage removed from the plane." ] ]

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[ [ "Some people get away with never being stopped", "In other cases you will be sent to the gate to get it done and people will walk up and down the line asking who needs a visa check", "In a lot of cases the visa check requirement is inconsistant ", "In cases where you do not do it and get caught you will be denied entry and they will remova your luggage from the aeroplane." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Ireland is an island and there are no tunnels or bridges (or any other means) that would be suitable for cars, buses or trains.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sorry, the only practical way to get to Ireland is a ferry or airplane ride.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Both are relatively short: the plane ride is about an hour and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the fastest ferry from Holyhead to Dublin takes about two hours.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will have to choose between visiting this beautiful island and some travel inconvenience.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Keep in mind; it's only a relatively short trip (from England) and many thousands of people do travel to Ireland every single day without any problems.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 44 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If she won't fly (I assume a chartered helicopter is as out of the question as fixed-wing aircraft; they're more dangerous), and she won't ride in a boat, there is only one way left, and I intend this answer with all seriousness, not as a joke: swimming.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The water is too deep to permit wading, and there are no bridges between Great Britain and the island of Ireland.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(One can get to the island of Great Britain by train from the mainland of Europe, but this has only been possible since the 1990s.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "She simply won't be able to go unless and until a bridge is built, and while this is a technical possibility, it is not on any government's radar at the moment and these projects tend to take many years to fund, design and build.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It seems unlikely that a trip to Ireland by land transport will be possible until at least the 2030s.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These people have swum the North Channel between Ireland and Great Britain, but they seem all to have been swimming specialists in extraordinary physical condition, so it is not a journey for the faint of heart - and assuming she doesn't intend to live out her days in Ireland, it would require a return journey via the same method.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62876/Jim MacKenzie", "score": 33 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If parachuting is allowed, there are two options: a human cannonball", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(although the world record distance is only about 200 feet or about 60 metres; or by catapult, when an altitude of 300 feet or 90 metres has been achieved.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But more seriously, the most feasible means of transport are by airship or hot air balloon.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62763/Weather Vane", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There are several companies offering chartered helicopter trips,", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "e.g. https://www.atlashelicopters.co.uk", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "An initial quote from them for flying London -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "> Dublin is about 7000 GBP, for two passengers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The price is heavily dependent on the time, and this particular stretch would be roughly ~2 hours.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can cut down on costs by finding a helicopter company closer to Ireland.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are also many Hovercraft companies both in Ireland and England that could possibly allow chartering a trip between the islands, however for traveling over the open seas a large high capacity hovercraft would be required, and as there are no active routes catering to many persons, this would be very expensive.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There used to be a hovercraft route to Isle of Man however, but this has been replaced by catamarans.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The only active hovercraft route in the vicinity is by Hovertravel and goes between Portsmouth and Isle of Wight https://www.hovertravel.co.uk/ For getting to England, you can go by tunnel from mainland Europe (train, car, bus...).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/82556/a20", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In principle, you could also charter a submarine or other submersible craft.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But it would probably be even more expensive than chartering a hovercraft.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/20531/Mike Scott", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Rent, buy or hire a hovercraft ferry.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "There are some services in the UK that offer hovercraft vehicles.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One such company is (linked just as an illustration, no endorsement implied): http://www.griffonhoverwork.com/usedhovercraft", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19606/Mindwin", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Obviously, it is possible to swim .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65463/HRSE", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You could travel to the Republic of Ireland by crossing the land border with the United Kingdom.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Unfortunately, this would require either already being in, or travelling by boat or aircraft to, Northern Ireland.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/82578/Brandon Wyatt", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "1) Learn to SCUBA dive.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(You want to be deep enough you remain underwater even when the trough of a wave passes over.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "2) Make the crossing by use of dive torpedoes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll need a support ship because you'll need several to make the trip, not to mention air tanks.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1764/Loren Pechtel", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Water ski", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The question doesn't explain why boats cause fright.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it's about being in control of the circumstances, then water skiing may offer a feeling that being on a boat doesn't.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Crossings between the UK mainland and Ireland are 12 to 50 miles long .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Such a crossing would be feasible given the right equipment and a moderate amount of experience.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "[Thanks to PLL for the suggestion.]", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46207/Spencer Joplin", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Perhaps if you get lucky, you could board a passing by iceberg that may be floating by caused by global warming (if you believe such things).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Icebergs can be many miles in diameter and would not likely cause sea sickness.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will have to construct some sort of apparatus to drive it over to Ireland though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or if you two are patient, you could wait a few hundred million years and hope the tectonic plates will eventually connect you to Ireland.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Maybe there will be a bridge before then though if you can't manage to live that long.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/82569/Kurt Leadley", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "The only practical ways to reach Ireland would be a plane or ferry, but theoretically you could travel by airship, hot air balloon, hovercraft or swim. More realistically, several companies offer chartered helicopter trips.", "The only practical way to get from England to island is either to traverse water or through the sky. Though there are other options other than a plane or boat. One could take an airship, hot air balloon, helicopters, use a hovercraft ferry and swim if they are capable." ] ]

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[ [ "There is no other practical way to get from england to ireland", "There are other rentable alternatives that fly that aren't planes", "You could use a hovercraft ferry", "One could swim if capable" ] ]

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however, tropical storms & hurricanes have been known to arise during November, and it's conceivable that one could affect Texas during this month at some point in the future.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hurricane Jeanne, in November 1980, did not make landfall, but did cause coastal flooding in Galveston (not far from Houston.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Meanwhile, February & March are well outside of the typical \"hurricane season\" in the North Atlantic basin, and no tropical storms have affected Houston (or pretty much anywhere else) during those months.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, heavy rains can occur any time of year; in 2017, Houston experienced severe flash-flooding in January.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's no such thing as a sure thing when it comes to the weather, alas; if this is a major concern for you,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "purchasing travel insurance would give you some peace of mind.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/31165/Michael Seifert", "score": 27 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "According to Wikipedia , In the Northern Atlantic Ocean, a distinct hurricane season occurs from June 1 to November 30, sharply peaking from late August through September; the season's climatological peak of activity occurs around September 10 each season.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In this context, the Northern Atlantic Ocean includes the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that hurricanes are possible at any time of the year, though they're much rarer outside the season.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "From what I can see on the internet, the hurricane season is from June to November.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It only represents a higher probability that there will be a hurricane during those months.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From this , you can see that historically, most hurricanes tend to devolve into tropical storms or even just heavy rain when they hit the Texas coasts.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are averse to risk, you could wait until next February/March.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or, if you can wait at the last minute to plan your visit after looking at the weather.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8279/Max", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The Official South Texas Hurricane Guide 2018 point out that: The hurricane season starts June 1 and ends November 30.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The peak threat for the Texas coast exists from August through September.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, hurricanes can and have struck the Texas coast during every month of the hurricane season.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/96637/Michael L Johnson", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As of today, August 23, they're in the midst of hurricane season right now.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Although it usually ends sometime in November, I believe, hurricanes tend to be more prevalent and strongest in end of August through October, often peaking in September as the northerly cooler air downdrafts and collides with the hot and humid air from south.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Keep in mind that the frequency and a strength of hurricanes vary from year to year, as well as taking into account whether it's an El Niño or La Niña year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But don't fret too much as even though there might be many hurricanes reported far out at sea, most won't reach land at said category before downgrading to a tropical storm or just a thunderstorm or nothing at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The main thing is to pay attention to the water currents (rip tides, tows, etc.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "if you plan on swimming or something.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3493/Ms.Miss", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "What is your specific concern about hurricane season?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it’s flooding unfortunately here in houston it floods every time there is a big tropical storm, thunderstorm or hurricane no matter the season.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It’s flooded every year typically in March April", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "May August September or October since 2015 depending on where you live.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Flash flooding is a real danger due to infrastructure and elevation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hurricane Harvey was particularly bad shutting down 90% of highways.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I took these photos below :-(", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/26117/Danger14", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "The NOAA has some useful trend maps by month based on historical data on their website, but the hurricane season in the Northern Atlantic occurs from June 1 to November 30, peaking from the end of August to October, and is much lower by November and almost non-existent by February/March.", "Hurrican season starts some time in June and end some time in November. The NOAA website hasinformation on the history of hurrican seasons." ] ]

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[ [ "Hurrican season seems to start in June and end at the end of November", "The NOAA website has useful information on hurrican history" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Airlines certainly keep a passenger manifest ( it looks something like this ) that lists everyone on board and where they are supposed to be seated.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "These are either paper printouts or viewed on handheld devices carried by the cabin crew.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They will not be fooled by your claim that you threw out your boarding pass.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "And they know you have ID with you, so they can always find out where you're supposed to be based on your name.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "On some airlines, such as American , the crew is instructed to verify that passengers haven't upgraded themselves to premium economy by checking the manifest.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They'd see that you're sitting in a seat that's supposed to be unoccupied.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Some airlines may even allow you to purchase the seat on-board.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It may be possible on some airlines if enforcement isn't strict, but if the seat comes with more than just extra legroom (food, drinks, etc...), it's even more likely that you'll be caught.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could also find that the seat isn't really empty, as others may still board after you even if you're at the end of the boarding line, including standby passengers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll be asked for your boarding pass if someone else shows up to claim their seat.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With industry-wide load factors at high levels, there's a good chance that seat may belong to someone else, and you won't know until the aircraft door is closed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 83 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've been contracting for a major Australian airline.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've seen the app the crew uses.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It has a manifest of every passenger in every class, names and notes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They most certainly know which seats are supposed to be empty, sorry ;) (also it might cause a note to go against your name once they spot you)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/101/Mark Mayo", "score": 51 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It may be possible if your are lucky, but don't count on it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As already answered by Zach, airlines very well do know who should sit where.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The question is if they always check, and in which detail.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Case in point: A budget airline I travelled with recently has different \"classes\" even within economy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Specifically, bringing checked baggage and getting a snack are extra.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We booked late and got seats in different rows.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "After boarding was complete, I noticed the seat next to my wife was empty, so apparently the person who had booked it didn't show up.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I changed to there in order to sit next to my partner.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "20 minutes later, stewardesses go through the cabin with a paper and hand out snacks to selected passengers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We booked without (weekend trip, hand luggage was enough), but I received a snack, most likely because I was sitting in a seat that had booked the higher package.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They didn't check boarding passes or anything, just seat numbers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So if you manage to sneak into a seat that was book but ends up empty", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", you may have a reasonable chance of not being noticed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The crew will see the seat is booked, see that someone is sitting there, and if the gender matches, will probably not question you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13671/Tom", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "They don't keep a name-list or seat-list Premium Economy", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "right?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wrong.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's worth watching what the cabin staff does and talks about during the boarding and take-off preparation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One of the things that you can't overlook when you sit in front of a (smaller) plane is passing the passenger manifest by the ground staff to the on-board crew.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is pre-requisite to complete boarding.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It might be handled through apps in some airlines these days but it has to be passed and confirmed for the plane to close its doors.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Then the crew discuss what kind of \"special\" passengers do they have and how many of them .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Usually premium is handled by a different part of a crew, so they'll be fully aware which seats should be empty.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I remember overhearing a discussion like \"we have two infants, 5 premium and 3 business on-board today\" when I was sitting in the back of a plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Finally, the premium economy usually has some kind of complimentary meals even on a short-haul flights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On long-haul the meal offered is of a better kind than that served in Economy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Those are also carefully counted so it will be obvious that something is wrong.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have also personally witnessed once a person to be pushed from a premium to economy seat", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(she was evidently trying to \"upgrade\" her flight the way you describe)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and once a person being requested to get back to theirs seat within Economy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So apparently crews are cautious about such things.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "All the flights I'm referring here happened within Europe, on-board of different airlines though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76453/Ister", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Several years ago on United, I asked a flight attendant if I could move from my full row to the empty middle row behind me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Apologetically, she said the crew tries to keep that row for themselves, but I could move forward to a less-full row (she specified which one).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was only after I was seated in that new row that I realized it was a minor upgrade.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A different flight attendant \"caught\" me in the row, made me move out of it, and was rather nasty to me for the rest of the flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43991/G. Ann - SonarSource Team", "score": 6 } } ]

[ [ "Airlines keep a passenger manifest that will show where you should be seated as well as any seats that should be empty. Usually premium will be handled by a different crew member, who will know that you have ID on you and will not be fooled by your claim that you threw out your boarding pass.", "Flight attendants will not be fooled by your attempt to sit where you shouldn't as they have a manifest or app that allows them to check peoples names and seats. It also tells them, which seats are unoccupied so you will not be able to take an empty seat. They do not require your boarding pass to find out where you should be seated they just need ID." ] ]

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[ [ "Flight attendants have a manifest or an app that show's them which seats are occupied and by who. They are also splits into teams that will handle different parts of the passengers", "Tearing up your boarding pass will not work as they just need your name and they know you have ID" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "As at most international airports in Europe, all of the passport control officers will speak English.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I was there a month ago, speak no German, and had no problem communicating with them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/66333/cbw", "score": 72 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As soon as you give your passport to the officer, he/she will know whether you are a German citizen or not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are a non-EU/EFTA citizen and on the right queue, the officer doesn't need your passport either to start talking in English.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The questions generally include the following topics: Purpose of your visit Duration of your stay", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your return ticket", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your travels to other places (during your stay in the Schengen Area)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I had about 10 visits to Germany, two of them were to Frankfurt, I have never got a question in German from the officers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Maybe I said \"danke\" at the end of the conversation, that's all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/63373/ahmedus", "score": 18 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Being a German citizen, I can't really speak for travellers coming to Frankfurt from outside the EU.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, most people you will get in touch with at a German airport will be able to communicate in English, at least at a basic level.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "As others pointed out already, communication with officials may be minimal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is an article that describes the experience of arriving at Frankfurt Airport - How to Navigate Customs and Passport Control .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/84138/tilo", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've been to Germany many times as an exchange student and to visit friends, my experience of Hamburg and Cologne international airports was that they spoke English just fine", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": ", I doubt Frankfurt Intl is much different.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Mainland Europe has a substantially better education in foreign languages than England does, as a rule most people you encounter there will speak at least two languages.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I believe it's actually a major factor in being hired at international airports that you speak as many common or uncommon languages as possible, English being a pretty high priority.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If, by some terrible run of bad luck you encounter the one member of passport control who doesn't speak English, their first reaction will be to fetch someone who does.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In short, Don't worry about it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll be fine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What you should definitely be thinking about is your over-land travel arrangements to get from Frankfurt to Würzburg, I recommend compiling some common and emergency phrases on paper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll probably still be fine, but the further east you go in europe the less likely the people you meet are to speak fluent english.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Particularly bus-drivers and shop-keepers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73473/Ruadhan2300", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As already answered by others most if not all international airports have an English-speaking staff and especially posts like pass control/customs/immigration/check-in and other directly exposed to various travelers will speak English without any problem.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I haven't been in Frankfurt but in Munich that works and that would be very surprising to be any different in other major German airports.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I recommend greeting the person in English when you approach them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This way you clearly signal this is your preferred communication language.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I always do that and never have been responded other than in English.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This stands not only in the EU but also other major international airports (in my case these were Moscow Sheremetyevo and Kiev Borispol).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76453/Ister", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I travel a lot (maybe 15 times in last 3 years) to Kiev (Ukraine), Sofia (Bulgaria), and sometimes go through Frankfurt and other times Amsterdam.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have never had an issue with English not being spoken even in the two destination airports.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Europe is more and more becoming an English-speaking area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/84159/Rich", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As a non-EU resident of Germany, I conversed in English with all the immigration officers I met in different airports of Germany in the last 3 years.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "They include Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As pointed out by others, this is also the case with many other big cities of Europe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have had officers who spoke in English in the airports of the following cities: Milan, Naples, Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Porto, Sofia, Bucharest and Saint Petersburg.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Saint Petersburg though, a lady officer struggled to speak certain words and just got a dictionary from somewhere and told me whatever she wanted to convey.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, no worries, they will always figure a way out to make sure the needful is done.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Safe trip!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/35513/trollster", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I just came back from Europe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The only place the officers didn't talk in English as soon as I got to them was in Spain, though they'd probably speak in English if i asked them to.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So i think you'll be ok.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At Frankfurt airport, every officer, security and shop i've been, they all spoke very good English.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74593/lord2701", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "As with most international airports in Europe, most staff and all of the passport control officers will speak English. Even if you found an officer who does not speak English, they would quickly fetch someone who does.", "In German airports they seem to be very comprehensive with english and on the off chance you find someone who cannot speak english they will more than likely be able to find someone who can." ] ]

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[ [ "Upon visiting a German airport you will find that most of the staff speak english and should not have a problem", "By chance you find someone who does not speak english they will definitely be able to find someone for you who can speak english in Germany." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "As a British person I can say in this instance I just splash my hands, or move them in and out of the water stream very quickly.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I would do in the winter when it is very cold, too, even when both taps are present, because splashing quickly with too hot water is often preferable to ice cold water.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also try using a different sink, because water usually cools in the pipes and/or takes a while to heat up, so you can often get a few seconds of cooler water if nobody has used the sink for a few minutes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/34870/NibblyPig", "score": 46 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If it is not possible to mix with cold water, I would suggest getting some toilet paper wet and use that (afrer cooling down) like wet nappies.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/84978/Chris", "score": 43 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If the water temperature hurts you, and there aren't other options, you simply don't wash your hands with that tap.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't see many solutions...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Use an hand sanitizer or some kind of cleaning tissue..", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/68602/Val", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The general idea is that you plug the sink, and then fill it with both cold and hot water so the temperature in the water in the sink becomes manageable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You then wash your hands in the sink, and unplug it at the end.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However not all sinks can be plugged (especially in public bathrooms), or you don't always have time to do the whole process.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your hand can manage cold water, then one of the way is to form a cup with your hand, fill it with cold water, then quickly move your hand with the cold water in it under the hot water to warm the contents up to a more comfortable temperature -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the cold water in your hand will make sure you won't burn yourself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll then use the moderate water in your hand to do what you want, and repeat the process until you are done.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're in the UK in accommodation where you have access to the boiler (like in some AirBNBs), you can also probably change the water temperature to be more moderate, so the water from the hot taps will not burn your hands outright.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't forget to ask your landlord first if it's okay to change the settings as well, and note that if the property has a thermostatic shower and not an electric one this might affect it's operation as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also this is a short term solution, as the setting should be set back to it's original value occasionally to make sure the water temperature is high enough to kill harmful bacteria", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8570/SztupY", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "A metal water bottle may work.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Something like this: Fill it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It will take a few minutes to cool down but it is an option.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39278/paparazzo", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If this is a common enough problem for you (and there is no hand sanitizer dispenser), you could carry hand sanitizer with you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65510/NotThatGuy", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I agree with SLC's answer : As a British person I can say in this instance I just splash my hands, or move them in and out of the water stream very quickly.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Doing something like this also works with a ordinary flame, too, e.g. you can pass a finger quickly through the flame of a candle.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do it quickly (and repeatedly if necessary): when your hand touches or passes through the water then it will instantly get wet, but not have time to absorb too much heat (note the difference between \"temperature\" and \"heat\",", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "e.g. you can touch the outside of a metal kettle at 100C as long as you only do it very briefly).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's annoying to have to do it (I'd rather have cold or warm water than hot -- having only too-host may be unsafe e.g. for children) but feasible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is assuming the temperature is only 60C or so (if it approaches boiling I fear even a drop would scald instantly).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This graph ... Hot Water Burn and Consumer Safety Chart ... suggests that at 65C it will scald ⚠ after 2 seconds -- however a fraction of a second might be safe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56097/ChrisW", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is sometimes a hand sanitizer dispenser that you can use instead of the taps.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm not sure I'd claim it's common, but there are enough places that have them that it's worth looking out for.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Often, it'll be in some random place on the wall, like by the door.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Alternatively, if there is a cold tap at the sink, you can just wash your hands with that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Soap and cold water is just as effective at killing germs as soap and hot water.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Carry a small (100-200ml) plastic spray bottle with you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Fill it slowly then spray it on your hands.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The spray will be a lot cooler than the water.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Of course you'll have to carefully rinse of the outside of the bottle between hands", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and when you've finished to ensure removal of cross contamination from your hands (because the outside of the bottle will have touched the hand you haven't washed yet).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Water has to legally be 'stored' at higher than comfortable temperature to obviate the risk of legionnaires' disease, but cold water is almost always available, perhaps you were unlucky or the facility was broken.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are unable to properly was your hands in an eating establishment after using the toilet that raises more serious health and safety issues about the establishment.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you didn't you should have left a written comment for the management.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/85071/woz", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can rapidly cool the water by turning it into a mist.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can do this by putting a spoon under the tap.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The reason it works is because you are increasing the surface area of the water which has greater contact with the cooler air around it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/84989/Gediminas Bernatonis", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There's usually a cold tap right next to the hot tap.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My strategy is to cup my hands, fill them with cold water and add just enough hot water for the mix to be at a comfortable temperature.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/697/NPE", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "You could splash water on your hands or move them in and out of the water stream quickly, or wet some toilet paper and let it cool for a bit before using it, or use a metal bottle. If this happens often and no other taps are available, you could use the hand sanitiser dispenser or bring sanitiser or cleaning wipes with you.", "There are a number of solutions including the use of the british hand washing technique, use of a container to allow the water enough time to cool and the option to switch water out for sanitiser. If these options don't work you can always not use the tap that causes the hot water issue." ] ]

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[ [ "The British seem to have a special technique which involves quickly oving your hands in and out of the water.", "Using some form of container to hold the water such as; a bottle or tissue will give the water time to cool so you can use it. ", "Hand sanitizer is a good replacement and is sometimes provided as an alternative to using tap water.", "If it hurts too much you can just avoid using that tap" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I’m a former Immigration Officer myself (in the UK).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Saying “hello” (or “good morning/evening” etc) is entirely appropriate, just like any other encounter in the English-speaking world.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It distinguishes us from machines, acknowledging the human interaction.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In other words, if you did not greet the officer then you may as well be using one of the automated passport gates.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will frequently find the officer initiating the contact anyway.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the officer greets you, make sure to greet them back - otherwise you will appear rude.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It’s just like any other human encounter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I agree with what others have said though: beyond the initial greeting, don’t bother to engage in small talk", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "(“how are you today?”), when the queue is long.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just say hello while handing over your passport, and thereafter answer any questions.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "We also appreciate it if the passport is passed already open at the bio-data (photo) page for EEA/Swiss nationals; or if you’re a visa national, with the relevant visa page already open.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/74650/Chris Melville", "score": 117 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There's no strict rule.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If they say hello (good morning / good evening / etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ")", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "when you walk up, say hello back.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If they say \"Hi, how are you today?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\" then answer them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If they just say \"passport please\", just hand over your passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "If they don't say anything, just quietly hand over your passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "I usually say thank you when they hand everything back at the end", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I'm sure if you don't they won't be particularly put out by it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From the point of view of efficiency, make sure you know what documentation they will require at that particular point and have anything they might need to see from you to hand.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It may just be passport, it may also be a landing card that you have to fill out before you get to the desk, they may want to know your flight number, details of your return itinerary, or ask about where you are staying.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You don't need to offer any of this documentation until it is asked for, but if you have all your travel related documentation in one easily-accessible location in your hand luggage, you will save yourself and them time if they need to ask you for anything else.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From the point of view of somebody who is sitting there for however many hours one of their shifts is, I'm sure what they mainly want is for you to hand them what they need with minimal fuss and go on your way once they've ticked whatever boxes need ticking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/29156/nkjt", "score": 38 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Saying hello indicates you speak at least some English, which avoids the need for the immigration officer to ask.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They may be interested in your accent - if you have a characteristic accent from some part of the country you're visiting, but have not lived in that country, they may be suspicious.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The same could apply if you try to speak a little of the local language that is not normally learned by tourists.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the pre-Schengen days, a German friend who had taught himself some Danish was treated with suspicion at the Danish border as they suspected him of living there without being documented.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a Scot, I find it useful to exaggerate my Scottish accent at US immigration.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/85125/bonjedward", "score": 36 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I personally (nearly) always say hello (just hello) while handing over my passport, even if they don't say anything.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I'll often try to use the local version if I know it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once finished, usually a thank you and/or goodbye.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Beyond that, it's up to them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I wouldn't go into any \"how are you today\" or anything like that unless they initiate it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They see hundreds or thousands of people, they're often not really in the mood for a chat, though this depends a bit on the culture, a bit like when you're greeted in a store: in the US for instance, you will annoyingly be asked how you are today by every single person within 10 feet, and some (but not all)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "US CBP officers will do the same.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In most other places it won't go further than hello (if that) unless they have questions.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30703/jcaron", "score": 24 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There's no particular etiquette.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I usually say \"Hello\" or \"Hi\" when when I hand over my passport: it's a friendly thing to do and, in non-English-speaking countries", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": ", it hints that I'd like them to speak English to me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Though they'd probably guess that from my British passport.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Depends on the country.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the UK and US, for example, the officers greet me (and/or me them) whereas in former Yugoslavia, Albania, Moldova, Turkey and Georgia, they never say a word to me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The same is true IME when entering/exiting Singapore at Woodlands.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the Schengen Area it varies.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(for what it's worth, I'm on a Swedish passport/ID card)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39782/Crazydre", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The last time I faced a passport control officer was at Barajas Airport", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Madrid/Spain).It was my second time there", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I felt SO happy that my smile was covering my whole face as I got off the plane and walked thru the customs hall.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When the agent noded me to walk five steps towards him and present him my passport", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I greet him smiling", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "and he smiled me back with sympathy as he asked me the purpose of my trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We are all human.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They have an awful job: looking for delinquent and terrorist among tons of happy tourists or angry business travelers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I can understand that they do not smile a lot at work, but you can show them a nice smile and say \"Hi, good morning\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It will not harm anyone.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ";)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/82237/Mariana", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "There is no strict rule here. A brief friendly greeting and smile is entirely appropriate, especially if you are greeted, but do not engage in further small talk and it is best just to hand over your passport in silence if they say \"passport please\".", "There is no strict rule or etiquette to follow. Most people just say \"Hello\" answer any questions and thank them after the exchange is made. If you're not too confident follow the officers lead and if you really want to greet them with a smile." ] ]

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[ [ "Most people like to say \"Hello\" and \"Thank You\" and answer any questions the officer may have.", "There is no strict rule or etiquette to follow.", "Just follow the officers lead and hand over your passport accordingly. Prefereably do not engage in small talk.", "You can greet them with a smile" ] ]

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0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I don't have any experience in whether it would be better to exchange it back to EUR in Hong Kong or in Europe, so I'll leave that part to another user.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Anecdotal evidence: in some (Western/Northern European) countries you don't even need cash at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I recently visited Iceland and the only moment when I didn't have the option to pay by card was the offerings during the church service...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/28333/Glorfindel", "score": 18 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is no general rule.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "At the moment Wikipedia lists 180 currencies being used throughout the world.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do not expect banks (or even some small exchange offices) throughout the world to have all of them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Actually, should I decide to travel tomorrow to some small country in Africa with substantial cash, I would probably have to change cash twice .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At home in the Czech republic from our crowns to euros or dollars (or something like that, internationally known) and then after arriving from euros or dollars to local currency.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Because there is no option to obtain that exotic currency here at home and after arrival I would have probably hard time trying to find someone willing to buy Czech crowns.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are lucky and can choose, my tip would be to choose the more recognized and respected currency.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If all goes well, it does not really matter what you have, but if there is some natural disaster (like volcano eruption) or something and your airplane gets diverged to an airport in some third country where you get stuck for days or even weeks, you definitely want to have locally recognized cash to get by and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "not somethings locals have never seen not heard of.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/85354/JJZ", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I concur with Glorfindel , the best option is usually just to withdraw at local ATMs and use your card directly for most payments.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A few caveats, though: You must of course have a card that can be used internationally and widely accepted (should be the case of all VISA, MasterCard and Maestro cards).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Check your card issuer's fees for withdrawals, payments and the exchange rate they use.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It can vary quite substantially.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that in most cases, it's cheaper to pay rather than withdraw.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some banks may have an international presence or international partners where fees are lower or waived.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Make sure you inform your bank that you are travelling abroad.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some have dedicated interfaces for that on their online banking service (you specify the country and travel dates), others will require you call them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Check that the ATM you are planning to use does indeed take the right type of card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are stories of cards \"swallowed\" because they're the wrong type.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Take a bit of your own local money to exchange just in case", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "there's a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Usually, refuse the offer for currency conversion by the ATM or payment terminals, though of course you should compare with the rate your bank offers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some countries, some of the ATMs may add their own fee when withdrawing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is becoming quite common in the US.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Make a note of your card details and emergency contact before you leave.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In most cases, fees (by your bank or by the ATM, other than currency exchange) are usually a fixed amount per transaction, so larger withdrawals/payments cost you less, but YMMV.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30703/jcaron", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In my experience, if I have to change currency (and cannot withdraw cash as the other answers suggest), usually the rates seemed better at the country of departure, probably because you can choose to do it outside of airports, so more choice means better rates.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "However, the one exception I've encountered was Singapore: exchanging Euros there seemed much, much better than buying Singapore dollars in Europe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But Singapore is a hub country full of traveling foreigners, which probably explains it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If Hong Kong follows a similar pattern, then it could be better to sell euros there, instead of buying HKD in Europe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8078/anol", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Not a big deal but", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just one point nobody mentioned...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Say you're in Local country and you have (exactly) 500 units (5x 100 notes).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When you go to Distant Country, you can give them the 500 and get in return in your hand the precise amount of local currency, to the cent (peso .. yen .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "whatever) including small change.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you change in Local country, they don't keep small change in Distant Currency.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "You get annoying rounding issues.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In general for this reason, and the rate, you always change \"there\" not \"here\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(If, for some reason, you archaically are dealing in cash.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19233/Fattie", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "You may be able to find a better exchange rate in your home country since you don't have to rely on the rate at the airport, but they may not have exact change available in that currency. The best option is often to use an ATM to withdraw cash, and to use cards for most payments.", "Though there is no general rule, some would prefer to exchange their money at the destination as there are certain benefits to doing this such as; being able to get all of your money exchanged and potentially receiving better rates. For others they would rather withdraw money at a local ATM in the destination country." ] ]

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[ [ "A better rule of thumb would be to withdraw money from your distination via ATM.", "There is no general rule to where you should exchange currency.", "You do get certain perks by exchanging your money at your destination i.e you occassionally get better rates and you can get every bit of your money converted instead of it being rounded off." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "No, airliners do not fly low enough that those can be photos.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "On the left-hand one the distance between the top of the tower and the horizon is much less than the height of the tower, meaning that if this is a photograph, it would be taken from a height of about 500 feet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The right-hand one apparently shows the top of the tower above the horizon, meaning that the vantage point would be even lower.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Flights landing at London City Airport's runway 09 pass quite close to the Palace of Westminster at low altitudes -- see for example AZ216 on Flightradar24 today -- but not that low.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That would put them lower than several of the skyscrapers in the City which they need to pass over to get to the runway.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The charted approaches to LCY specify staying at an altitude of 2000 feet (which is more than 6 times the height of the clock tower) until just west of the Isle of Dogs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some approaches to runways 27R/27L at Heathrow pass close to Westminster too, but at an altitude of 3000 feet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "More generally, the Palace of Westminster is in Restricted Area R157 where flights below 1400 feet without special advance permission are forbidden.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Both images look like digital artwork rather than photos to me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16947/hmakholm left over Monica", "score": 73 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Here is a real photo taken on 21st September from a plane coming in to land at Heathrow airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Planes on final approach to Heathrow often fly down the south side of the Thames so if you have a window seat on the right of the plane you often get a very good view.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, not as close as in your images at the top!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I doubt it is easy to get any closer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Elizabeth Tower is just right of centre.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/85525/gebjon", "score": 29 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As Henning's answer makes clear, the images in the question are composites and passenger planes don't fly that low over central London.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, the clouds in the second image are obviously fake: they're clearly large clouds but being below the roof-line of the Palace of Westminster means they'd have to be between ground level and about 100ft (30m) altitude.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, passenger planes do fly quite low over London.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Typically, the wind in the UK is from the west, and planes land into the wind where possible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since Heathrow is to the west of London, this means that, in typical weather conditions, commercial flights coming into Heathrow do pass over central London at low enough altitudes to give very good views of the major landmarks.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is possible to get nice photos of London from commercial flights; but not that nice.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, the weather in London is often cloudy so you may well fly over central London and see nothing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If I remember, I'll edit this to give an indication of the altitude they fly over London but, as luck would have it, planes are landing from the west at Heathrow today, so they're not coming in over London.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have in fact seen Big Ben while flying into London Heathrow once or twice, but always from far further away than these photos.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Far enough that I had to search a bit to find landmarks.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The photos are certainly manipulated for artistic effect and the originals are likely either from the London Eye (a large enclosed Ferris wheel) or from a helicopter touring the city.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/73473/Ruadhan2300", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This is from an approach to LCY - afraid it's not Big Ben but Tower Bridge, as we were approaching from the east rather than the the west (depends on the wind direction), but this may give you an idea how low flights come in over central London.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For me, it's lower than I would have thought, but still not low enough to take the photos in question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/85594/rbennett485", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is something wrong with the lighting in the first picture (well, several somethings): the hand is illuminated from the outside, and clearly in shadow on the part facing the inside of the plane - and the plane's interior is also not illuminated by the sun.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This contrasts with the window border, which is clearly illuminated by something while it should also be in shadow/airplane interior light.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the picture is made into the setting sun (or rising, it doesn't much matter).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is perplexing on one hand because intensity of interior airplane interior lighting when I flew did not match the sun's (even at sunset), and on the other because the horizon would be much much brighter than the parts of buildings not illuminated by sun a total absence of shadows in the city scape.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The low sun on the horizon should project shadows, and some of them should be visible on flat-top buildings (or flatter-topped) the two example photos by contributors have cloud shadows in the city scape.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Residents of the UK will know better if cloud shadows are common or not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "EDIT:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The first picture (at least) is not taken from an airplane window.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/66384/Calin Ceteras", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "The Palace of Westminster is in Restricted Area R157 where flights below 1400 feet without special advance permission are forbidden, so you would not be close enough to get a good photo. The images in your examples are composites rather than from passenger planes.", "Planes do not fly low enough and are not permitted to fly low enough in London to take such pictures." ] ]

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[ [ "Planes do not fly low enough and are not permitted to fly low enough in London to take such pictures." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "You can definitely use your passport to prove your age.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It's used by visitors all the time here in NZ, so it won't be unusual, and your bartender will certainly have seen a passport before.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2363/Greg Hewgill", "score": 71 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There are 3 forms of accepted ID.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "An NZ drivers license, any current passport and a HANZ18+ card.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can find a form for an 18+ card here: https://www.alcohol.org.nz/alcohol-management-laws/nz-alcohol-laws/age-the-law/approved-id", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It costs $50 but could be a good idea if you're planning on being out often because taking your passport around with you while drinking could result in a lost passport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Supermarkets are typically very strict with these rules, but bars and clubs might be more lenient.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I live in NZ.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/86440/LC.", "score": 65 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Although I don't drink, I have used US-issued ID documents in New Zealand for other purposes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Based on my experience, a passport is always fine as ID, whereas an ID card (especially one that isn't a driver's license) is sometimes trickier .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I've also purchased alcohol for cooking purposes, although I don't recall which ID", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I used (which probably means I used a state ID successfully, rather than a passport).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With my state ID card, I did encounter two difficulties:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some cases, mostly when forms were involved, the difference between \"driver's license\" and \"state ID\" mattered a LOT.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A driver's license is \"foreign driver's license\", so easy to put on forms; a state ID isn't a \"foreign driver's license\", and it isn't a \"national ID\", so it ended up being rejected (or required a manager to come over and assist).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The American-style \"month/day/year\" birthdate ordering, used on ID cards but not passports, is unfamiliar to New Zealanders.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If that would make the difference between \"I'm 18!\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and \"I'm, uh, still 17\", this might be a problem for you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With a passport, on the other hand, nobody has ever complained or had difficulty with it (although it IS a bit bulky in one's pocket).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you want to definitely have your ID accepted, therefore, I'd suggest the passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're okay with possibly being turned away, you might be able to try with the ID card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/42571/Ethan Kaminski", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Not a New Zealander but, as a seasoned traveller, yes you want to use your passport .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I have on occasion completely forgotten that my UK driving licence only may be accepted on such occasions, particularly when in the US.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With my passport safely stowed in my hotel room's safe, I've found myself relying on the licence that lives in my wallet, with only mixed success.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I'm refused service I appreciate why that is and chastise myself for forgetting to bring my passport out with me once again.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When travelling, I always assume this experience will be the same or similar, no matter what country I'm visiting.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To be fair, if you're just grabbing an unplanned quick pint during a day otherwise filled with sightseeing, you may not want to take your passport out with you, in which case you'll have to make do with orange juice. :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16680/Lightness Races in Orbit", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Sorry it's been pointed out to me that I'm not up to date; they changed to a permitted list with the new governing act in 2012, use your passport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "While Luke is correct that the three most valid forms of ID here in NZ are NZ Drivers License, a Passport (current or in some cases recently expired), and the HANZ18+ Card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The minimum legal requirements for age ID can however be covered by other documents and are as follows: ID needs a photo that is recognisably the subject. and a serial number that can be checked against an issuer's database. and the subject's date of birth.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your State ID may fulfill these requirements or not, there are a number of high schools whose student IDs meet those requirements and I had classmates who used their school IDs to purchase alcohol senior year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However all of that is moot if the barkeeper or bouncer decides they don't want to serve you, because they don't trust the ID you have presented or for any other reason at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd strongly suggest sticking with the passport as it should minimise cause for confusion or argument, and always be polite to the bar staff.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/86483/Ash", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I've travelled to New Zealand (8 years ago) and used my UK drivers license as ID for purchasing alcohol (and in the 3 weeks", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was there", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I only got asked the once).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But as others have said Passport will also always be accepted as proof of age ID.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/86620/Skuld", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "Accepted forms of identification include a NZ drivers license, any current passport and a HANZ18+ card. Foreign driver's licences may also be accepted, but the safest option is to show your passport.", "You have other ID options such as; a drivers license or a HANZ18+ card, but your best form of ID would be your passport." ] ]

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[ [ "Your passport is always a safe bet and is your best ooption", "There are other forms of ID that could work aside from the passport such as your drivers license (UK, NZ, US) and a HANZ18+ card" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "As you've got to make the journey between airports anyway, I say make the most of it.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Sleep on the plane if you can and see the city at night.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd pack in one backpack (hand luggage strapped on top) and do it on foot, but taxi/bus/night tube (Friday and Saturday) are other options.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "The last tube train from Heathrow is at 23:35 (T4) or 23:42 (T5), a few minutes later for T123.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "So you should have plenty of time to clear immigration, retrieve your luggage and get the tube.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's also the TFL line train", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but that goes to Paddington station which is 3 km from Buckingham Palace).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can check for planned/emergency issues online at Transport for London's website .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you get the tube, you can go to Hyde Park Corner, less than 1 km away from the Palace.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the morning I used to quite often get an early train out of London Bridge to Gatwick.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Currently that looks to be 05:35, getting in at 06:04.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That should be plenty early enough for most flights but you'd need to check.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Assuming you're happy to walk through the night you can see a lot of London", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here's a quick 10 km route suggestion I threw together.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It takes in Buckingham Palace, Parliament Square (but not Big Ben/Elizabeth Tower which is being repaired), the Embankment, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, the Strand (you could night-bus this bit), St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here's a picture in", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "case I carelessly delete the route Night buses from Trafalgar square will get you to many places but they're not very frequent.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've deliberately omitted airport buses in the interest of maximising your time in London.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The tube and regional trains aren't all that expensive, and are much quicker; they're also less much affected by traffic, though there are rare delays in the middle of the night.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18491/Chris H", "score": 68 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, it's doable.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Although going through central London isn't the fastest route from Heathrow to Gatwick, you have lots of time", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so it's not an unreasonable route to take.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could obviously do it all by taxi, but it's also possible (and much cheaper) on public transport.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can get the underground from Heathrow to Green Park, which will take about 50 min, and then you're only a few minutes walk across the park to the palace.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can then walk to Victoria station, and get a train to Gatwick.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The last train to Gatwick is at 00:08 (though trains from other stations and coaches run through the night, and the ones from Victoria start pretty early in the morning).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/26849/djr", "score": 52 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Very easily doable.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "But if you're going all that way in on the tube and aren't too tired, walk", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "around - central London is quite small and easily walkable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could see Tower Bridge, Tower of London, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Picadilly Circus - all quite photogenic and iconic, even at night!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/101/Mark Mayo", "score": 31 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, with Caveats.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Budget for contingency - 2 hours on landing, maybe 3 for T5.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm not kidding about T5 at this time of year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A morning arrival might have been better, it will be dark.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So everything else is down to visibility, you will miss peak hours.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Suggest you get a driver both ways, or tube and cab.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Buses do not pass the Palace.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You are taking your chances with visibility as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Plan to be back at the Airport at 06:00, again, for contingency.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Risks:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Snow, Tube Outage, Rain, Freezing Rain, Sleet, Traffic, Holiday events", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Winter Wonderland is close by).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27539/mckenzm", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Per other responses, the short answer is \"yes you do\" but you're only going to see the outside of it.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A brief stroll back up the mall will land you at Nelson's Column, and you're near enough some night-life such as Leicester Square, or the theatres on the embankment, as well as within wandering distance (or a short tube ride) of the illuminations in Carnaby Street (Bohemian Rhapsody this year!)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and there's doubtless a few others to see too.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't know the opening times but", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "over the river you've got the London Eye which could provide a decent photo op too.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just a shame Big Ben is scaffolded up for repairs for the forseeable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/20361/John U", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It takes 45 minutes to get out of the airport and another hour to get from Heathrow to BP.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll arrive at BP at 10.15pm.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not much to see at there at that time, so I think you'd do better to head over to Waterloo Bridge and then wander up in to Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Picaddilly Circus, and Soho.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The cheapest way to get to Gatwick is by coach from Victoria Coach Station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's a miserable trip, early in the morning, but it sure is cheap.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52179/Strawberry", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "This is very doable, although you will only see the outside. You could travel by taxi, but it would be cheaper and also possible to use public transport. The last tube train from Heathrow is at 23:35 (T4) or 23:42 (T5), and a few minutes later for T123. ", "It is completely possible to get to Buckingham Palace and make it back in time for your flight. There is also a range of transport options you can choose from such as; the Tube, Taxis, Personal Driver etc." ] ]

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[ [ "It is completely possible to get to Buckingham Palace and make It back in time for your flight at Gatwick.", "There are a number of transport options to get to a from both airports at the time of arrival such as; Taxis, Train Tube etc." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "It is not illegal to display a swastika in the US; however, the symbol is generally understood in the US to be a symbol of Nazism and displaying it publicly is likely to be extremely hurtful to those around you (perhaps in particular members of groups targeted by Nazis), not to mention earn you significant unwanted attention.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If it is on a religious book and it is clear that it is a religious symbol unrelated to the Nazi party, then that is more likely to be OK.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "definitely avoid wearing it on a t-shirt or displaying a swastika tattoo.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source: I am a US resident.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/32143/ajd", "score": 187 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I mostly agree with @ajd's answer , and it'll depend a bit on where in the country you are.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While I hate stereotyping, in the US", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it's not a bad starting point.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "T-shirts and apparel with a swastika is almost certain to get you negative attention, especially in more liberal parts of the country, though one might think that more liberal areas would be more likely to understand the difference.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In heavily conservative areas, you're more likely to be harassed for being Indian than for a swastika (yes, I've seen it happen).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I know it sounds like I'm bashing my country, but this is mostly a worst-case scenario type of thing - better to be prepared and understand than not. :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The current socio-political environment in the US and the increase in white supremacist activity definitely puts a damper on this particular religious freedom.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's not illegal, and you won't be imprisoned or fined, but I'd be concerned about your safety and well-being.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you happen to be coming to Michigan, let me know.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We have a pretty heavy Indian population here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I can ask a few friends for advice, if they have any, on this particular issue. :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/41659/Jesse Williams", "score": 39 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The public display of Nazi flags is protected by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution which, affirmed by the Supreme Court case Texas v. Johnson, guarantees the right to freedom of speech.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "( sources )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's also used by some political or social groups for rallies.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Saying that, to most people it'll be associated with Naziism, despite the original orientation/meanings that were co-opted.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most people are likely to just give it a look and form an impression of you that you might not appreciate, but aren't likely to engage.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Some however, might take more of an issue with it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/101/Mark Mayo", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Depends a ton on the context.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "People from India run the gamut in skin color.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you have light colored skin, people might associate you with white supremacists who openly carry Nazi symbols .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A known white nationalist doing an interview was openly assaulted on the street (it's an isolated incident but some people felt it was justified ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are darker skinned, that association is much less likely to be made.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Books are unlikely to get you noticed in this fashion, especially since you don't have to display them.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Clothing certainly will and tattoos are even more closely associated with it .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53718/Machavity", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The term \"swastika\" includes a wide variety of symbols.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Something like this or this is much less likely to be perceived as being a Nazi swastika than is something like this .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It also helps if it's incorporated into a very-not-German design, such as this .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, while Germany is, to my understanding, sensitive to any use of a swastika in any context, there are many contexts in the US where it is acceptable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For instance, the book The Man in The High Castle is set in a universe where Japan and Germany occupy the US, and its cover depicts the Japanese and Nazi Germany flags.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So a book with a swastika, even if it's perceived to be a Nazi swastika, would not necessarily be perceived as being pro-Nazi.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, to summarize: how it's received will the depend on the type of swastika, the context, the viewer, and whether you have other attributes associated with Nazism (e.g., blond, blue eyes, skinhead haircut, etc.).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/69984/Acccumulation", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There are no laws specifically against Nazi symbols or Nazi paraphenalia (clothing, medals, etc.)", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": "in the United States, and there are NO laws against religious symbols, even if they are swastikas.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": "Airport authorities will not give you any trouble, and if a police officer or customs officer asks, simply inform them it is a religious symbol.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": "That said, many places, like university campuses or workplaces, have regulations or policies against 'offending people', so people who don't understand that the swastika is an ancient religious symbol used in many cultures might complain and make trouble for you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 4 ] ] }, { "text": "In that case, prove your swastikas are religious with a quick internet search on your phone, demand that they respect your right to religious freedom, and then accuse them of racism if they don't stop bothering you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They have NO RIGHT to bother you because of your religion.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you look like a person from India, and your swastika looks Eastern and not Nazi, I doubt people will bother you unless you are somewhere extremists congregate, like university campuses.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 5 ] ] }, { "text": "If people try to pressure you into not wearing your religious symbols, it could be a violation of your civil rights.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/88142/TheLeopard", "score": 3 } } ]

[ [ "There are no laws in the US to prevent someone from displaying a religious symbol. However, while it is not illegal to display a swastika in the US, it is likely to attract negative attention. This may depend on the context - whether that person dresses what is considered to be a Nazi style or depending on the political leanings of the area the person is in. If it is clear that the swastika is a religious symbol then the person should be OK. More discreet swastikas, such as in a book, may attract less attention.", "Displaying swastikas and other Nazi symbols is not illegal in the USA, though may attract unwanted attention. A lot will depend on the context and whether it is being shown as a religious symbol." ] ]

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"label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If in doubt, stop.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are sure no one wants to get on or off you can keep going.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, make it look like you want to get off on this stop and chances are that you will be spotted by the driver even without having pressed the button during such busy rides.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If that doesn't work; Next stop, please doesn't sound like a distraction.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/23117/Hanky Panky", "score": 50 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In the meaning of the sign, asking him to make a stop is not a distraction.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "The sign is referring to 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"cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can also say \"I need Bristol Road\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you can't easily reach a stop button and can't get somebody else to press one for you, it's perfectly reasonable to verbally ask the driver to stop.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Indeed, when I was a child, thirty years ago, it was completely normal to just walk to the front of the bus and say \"Next stop, please\" rather than pressing the button.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That always felt more polite than pressing the button.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Today, everyone seems to just press the button.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, if you have to raise your voice to get this request heard, it's almost certainly inappropriate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yelling at the driver will certainly distract them from driving and their first thought will be that something is seriously wrong.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You shouldn't do that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Worst case is that you'll miss your stop but stops are usually pretty frequent so having to walk back a stop isn't going to be the end of the world.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It would be better to be more prepared.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As you get within a couple of stops of where you want to alight, you should be able to manoeuvre yourself within reach of a button.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As people get off at the stops before yours, people are moving around the bus anyway, which gives you an opportunity.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11491/David Richerby", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Is this “distracting”?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "YES.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Heavens, yes!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The driver is alerted primarily by the audible chime so as to not distract their eyes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Though they're likely trained to ignore passengers, there's still an internal push to focus on a person demanding attention.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What other ways could I alert the drive or do I need to press the Stop button?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can pull the cord if the bus is also equipped with one.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the bus is very crowded, hollering \"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Next Stop\" well outside the drivers field of vision isn't the worst thing in the world, but still, push the button or pull the cord.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46803/Johns-305", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The reason I am asking is because at the top near the driver it says not to obstruct or distract him.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "[…] Is this “distracting”?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is a bit quite funny confusion.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No, it isn’t.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A sign asking to not distract a bus driver means you should not try to discuss with a driver a recent football game nor discuss it loudly by phone with your friend while sitting near the driver and not to obstruct means avoid putting your snowboards in a way that reduces driver’s visibility.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A stop (bell) button is actually designed to avoid engaging a (possibly distracting) conversation with a bus driver just to say a bus should stop on the next bus stop.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Drivers expect that signal and it is less distracting than trying to ask a driver politely in a few words.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Please note Also, remember to ring the stop button (or pull the cord) slightly before approaching the bus stop as the bus driver need some time to respond and slow down a bus safely, if you call the button when a bus is already passing a bus top it might be too late for a safe stop and a driver might skip it", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(not being happy about your late response.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "P.S.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Probably a bus operating company should update that sign to be more clear and avoid such confusions by adding something likeL “press a stop button when approaching a bus stop you want to exit.”", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": 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[ [ "The stop button is there to ask the driver to stop at the next stop. If you can't reach the button, ask someone to press it for you. However, it is not considered to be a distraction and quite reasonable to verbally ask the driver to stop.", "The stop button is there for a reason, you can ask someone else to push it on your behalf if it's out of reach. Failing that, it's fine to ask the driver to stop." ] ]

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[ [ "You should use the stop button wherever possible.", "Asking the driver to stop is acceptable, especially when you're unable to push the button or get someone else to do it for you." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "For both historical and financial reasons, American Express acceptance in France is quite low.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Visa and MasterCard were associated from the start with the CB program, so anywhere they take cards they will take Visa and MasterCard, it's a standard part of the contract a merchant would get from their bank for card acceptance.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the other hand, American Express acceptance often needs to be requested separately, and the fees are often much higher, so merchants often don't bother.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "American Express cards will be accepted in most upscale hotels, restaurants and shops (mostly those that cater to high-end tourists), but other than that, it's pretty much a lottery.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "American Express have been working hard to expand acceptance, so you can have some nice surprises.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They are actually accepted in stores like Carrefour (though not the very small ones) or Monoprix.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They have a site where you can look up merchants which will accept AmEx: https://www.americanexpress.com/fr-FR/maps", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a side note, even if the stores accepts contactless payments and American Express, it's nearly impossible to find a place where you can use American Express with contactless or Apple Pay, the terminals are usually not configured correctly for this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will most likely need to have a Visa or MasterCard card, or use cash, in most places.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note also that ATMs that allow you to make withdrawals (cash advances) on American Express are quite rare as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30703/jcaron", "score": 45 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I am in France for business and personal... Can only use my AMEX when I am in a very obvious \"business\" situation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hotels fine (maybe not cheap ones).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Restaurants near business districts usually OK but still not 100%.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Random restaurant maybe 25% if that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Shops are hit and miss.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A high-end store might accept AMEX 60-70% but a mom and pop might be 10% - again usually only if they are in a business district or near a hotel with business travelers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Paris I can use my AMEX 80% of the time in the financial district and about 20% of the time in other parts.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So the answer is if you are only bringing an AMEX you better bring tons of cash.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/36071/blankip", "score": 23 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It's well worth paying the 'ridiculous' fees for a Mastercard or Visa card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or at least searching for a reasonable one; they exist.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "American Express is basically only accepted in tourist traps, places where you'd expect some visiting American to wander into with their business expenses.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not exactly the best way to spend a vacation in France, and also very hard to find outside of Paris.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'm French and I have both.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are no problems using Visa anywhere.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Because of transaction fees, some shops may not accept American Express cards.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In big cities you won't have any problem with your American Express card but in a small village I am not so sure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Contactless payment is becoming more popular but having a Visa or Mastercard would be preferable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Have a nice trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can try asking (before shopping): Prenez-vous les AMEX ou seulement visacard?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(do you accept AMEX or only Visa cards?)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/98313/a french guy", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "How much can I count on this being accepted?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some places would accept them however certainly nowhere as widely accepted as in the USA.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I used my AMEX for dining when I visited.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Always prudent to have some cash, especially for smaller establishments and hole-in-the-wall locations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If I got a VISA or MasterCard, would I have better acceptance?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Absolutely TL;DR I am extremely surprised you indicate you could only find American Express cards without foreign transaction fees because there must be at least five times as many Visa/MasterCard cards without transaction fees as American Express cards.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56513/user 56513", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Historically, American Express is not widely accepted in France due to the transaction fees. Most upscale establishments will accept AMEX but this cannot be assumed in other places. As well as cash, VISA and MasterCard are more viable alternatives due to their inclusion from the start of the CB program.", "American Express is often not accepted in France, therefore it is worth carrying Visa, MasterCard and/or cash as well." ] ]

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[ [ "American Express is often not accepted in France because of fees, it's worth carrying cash even if more places are accepting American Express.", "Visa and MasterCard are more commonly accepted, so you should have them or carry cash if you're planning to use American Express." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Your question is well founded.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some type of visas to some countries allow you to enter and exit via specific entry points only.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, ENTRI visa of Malaysia limits to persons who are appearing from direct flights and go out of country on direct flights (or transit to specific countries).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And the Airports of arrival is also limited.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For USA, there is no such restrictions on any passport or visa.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "You can enter any international airport and use any other mode of transportation and use any border to come in and out of the country.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, note that US doesn't have any exit checks.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, if you are not a US citizen, make sure that your exit is recorded in I-94 . Especially if you are not departing by air.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Happy journey.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/67804/Anish Sheela", "score": 116 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is no requirement to leave and enter through the same port of entry.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that this applies to everybody: US citizens, permanent residents, visitors, and anybody else entering or leaving the US.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are planning flights, you are certainly free to choose flight routing that comes back via a different route if that ends up being more economical for you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2363/Greg Hewgill", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The answer is no, In the US you do not need to return to the same port of entry (airport, seaport, ect) that you departed from.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "you can fly out of New York and come back through LA.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source: I travel a lot.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/98588/mac", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For the reason, look at the question reversed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do you need to exit at any particular location relative to your entry point?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No, because the US does not have exit controls .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In fact, if you are not a citizen, you should take your own initiative to document that you actually did leave the country, either by airflight, or with an I-94 form..", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Otherwise you could be accused of overstaying.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "AFAIK", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you can leave and enter back at different airports; heck you could come back by boat if you wanted to.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8279/Max", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Practical data:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The first time I was aware of leaving (there was a previous time as a baby", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I know almost nothing of)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the US I exited via San Francisco (with a fuel stop in Seattle) and returned via New York.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since then I have called a trip short and the outbound was via Seattle and the return via IIRC Los Angeles.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1764/Loren Pechtel", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "There are no such restrictions and you can enter any international airport and use any other mode of transportation and use any border to come in and out of the country. There is no requirement to leave and enter through the same port of entry.", "There are no exit controls in the US, therefore you are free to plan journeys as you see fit." ] ]

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[ [ "There are no exit controls in the US, therefore you are free to plan journeys as you see fit.", "you can exit and return at other airport you left from" ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Update: following comments I asked a friend who lives nearby to get up-to-date information.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He took a picture of the actual Barnwell junction, which shows that @DavidRicherby", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I are both right:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the actual rail junction can no longer be used, but the rails and the points/switch and their actuation mechanism at the junction still exist.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He looked through the trees on the right to find out what is beyond the gate and saw a glimpse of rails, but it is private property so could not get any nearer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He also went around the other side to view from the meadow to the north, and there is no longer any track behind the factories , only some rail ballast.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He spoke to a construction worker who confirmed the track was picked up.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Where the construction work is happening (perhaps the Chisholm cycle path )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "my friend saw no evidence of any previous railway.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So if there is any track left at all, it will be a fragment on private property.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The station Barnwell Junction on the Wikipedia map you linked still exists (now a private residence), and the rail track at this part still exists, but not very far.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This first section remained in use until recently to service factories and a fuel depot.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Parts of the line from there to Isleham and Mildenhall are marked on the 1:50000 Ordnance Survey maps as \"dismantled railway\" or \"dismtd rly\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "OS maps can be viewed online as streetmap.co.uk and a fragment of the route can be seen from a Mildenhall search, just below bottom left.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Best viewed at 1:50000 scale.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here is a clip from an OS map of the route from Barnwell Junction, which is at the bottom left of the image.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here is the same route as seen on Google Earth.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 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seen even where ploughed over.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Below is a clip from Google Earth, showing the former Barnwell Junction station (at the bottom) and the railway track running past its left side towards the factories, where it stops.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The tracks on the left are the main Cambridge to Ely route.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62763/Weather Vane", "score": 30 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For the UK, Ireland, and the west coast of the US, I know no better online resource for this than Rail Map Online .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It allows you to view all the railways that have ever existed in the UK overlayed onto various maps (including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33051/Muzer", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I don't know about the specific railway you mention, but there were a lot of railway closures in the 1960s", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I don't know of any where the rails still exist.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Quite often they have been converted to footpaths/cycleways.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My understanding is that the rails were generally sold for scrap rather than abandoned.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "EDIT Looking at Mildenhall station and the old route confirms that (at least most of) the rails are no longer there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": 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"label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you use an old map between about 1920 and 1963 (the beeching cuts), it will show the old railways.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Later maps will show the route of old railways until they have been built over.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For example, https://maps.nls.uk/geo/explore/#zoom=14&lat=52.2190&lon=0.2069&layers=11&b=3 Change the transparency (bottom left) from 100% to 75%", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47175/CSM", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It is also currently shown in Open Street Map.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "https://www.openstreetmap.org/relation/317247", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But, like most if not all the others, it does not indicate whether the actual steel has been removed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I looked at a lot of aerials, and in the few places possible, Google’s street view and found no rails.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But three photos in someone’s comment showed some.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12555/WGroleau", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you are after locations where the track itself is still present, then you're out of luck - Disused Stations suggests that the track was all lifted on closure except for that accessing the oil depot mentioned in @WeatherVane's answer.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This is generally the case for most British disused railways - the track was generally lifted fairly quickly after closure, unlike other countries where lines were often mothballed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you just want to find the route, then OS maps are generally the way to go, as they generally show disused railways, as shown in the example above - they also show rights of way so that you can find how to access the line.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Quite a lot have been converted to long-distance foot or cycle paths and so are easily accessible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18319/Nick C", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Apparently, the track was all lifted upon closure and if there is any track left, it is likely to be a fragment on private property.", "The track was picked up and a part of it may exist on private property." ] ]

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[ [ "The track was picked up and a part of it may exist on private property." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Take the Piccadilly line to King's Cross St Pancras, and change to an Edinburgh-bound train taking you to Newcastle (there are also Newcastle-bound trains, but those are much slower).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Then catch the metro to Gateshead.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39782/Crazydre", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "A very quick search with Google suggests that a flight might be viable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "British Airways operate several flights each day from Heathrow to Newcastle with fares as little as £92 ( Google list ), while LNER run trains from King's Cross, starting at £160 - you might get a lower price with advance booking.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "A direct flight takes just over an hour and will save you time travelling into London, plus three hours on the train.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/None/", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "An alternative route which might be better if you have lots of luggage and small children would be to get the Railair bus from Heathrow to Reading and then get a train to Newcastle.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There are direct trains and also some which involve a change on route.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/66146/mdewey", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Heathrow does not have a mainline rail station so there is no possibility of a direct train to Newcastle.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The most common route taken is the Heathrow Express to Paddington, switch to Kings Cross by underground (or taxi if you have luggage) and take the direct train to Newcastle.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There are trains about every 30 minutes most of the day.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With four of you a taxi from Heathrow to Kings Cross is also viable, and a good bet if you have luggage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The Piccadilly line is cheapest but slowest, and very hard with luggage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/264/DJClayworth", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Just for completeness I will mention the existance of National Express Coaches, probably the cheapest mode of transport from Heathrow to Newcastle.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "A ticket would cost £30.00 per person.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The downsides are there are no direct coaches from Heathrow, you would need to travel to London Victoria Coach Station and change there, and the time it takes to travel around 7hrs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/54427/Sarriesfan", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Fly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's much faster and likely cheaper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The LNER train from Kings Cross to Newcastle is only cheaper than flying if you book seats on a specific train, which you realistically can't do if you're flying from India - if your flight is delayed or you're held up in immigration", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "then you'll lose your tickets.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The flight takes an hour, the train will take closer to five once you factor in travelling time between Heathrow and Kings Cross.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If for whatever reason you have to take the train there's also the problem of getting from Heathrow to Kings Cross at 7:30am on a weekday - either brave a long rush hour tube journey with your family and all your luggage (", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "never nice after a long flight), or get an expensive taxi.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/72952/Ben Watson", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For rail enquiries in the UK use the National Rail site .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As other answers have pointed out, trains to Newcastle leaves from King's Cross station.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The cheapest fares are if you buy in advance for a specific departure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, that can be risky when coming in from a long flight with risks of delay, as the tickets would be worthless of", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you miss the train.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With 4 people, a rental car could be the cheaper option, but perhaps not such a good idea after a long flight and jet lag.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "Best would be if you could get a connecting flight added to your ticket.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Might not be possible at this point.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/69744/StrangerToKindness", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "There is no option for a direct train to Newcastle from Heathrow, as Heathrow does not have a main line rail station. However, suggestions include taking the Piccadilly line to Kings Cross and then a train to Newcastle; a bus to reading and then a train to Newcastle; National Express coaches or even a rental car. Air travel is also another option with British Airways.", "You can get the train to Newcastle, alternatively you can get the coach, a domestic flight or rent a car." ] ]

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[ [ "You can get a train to Newcastle on lines running to Edinburgh.", "You can get a National Express coach.", "You can fly from Heathrow to Newcastle.", "You can take out a rental car." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "HKD is usually accepted in Macau but any change which you might get would be in the Macanese currency.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Macanese Pataca, on the other hand, isn't accepted in Hong Kong.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is based on my personal experience and experience of the people I know.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "YMMV", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/99281/gosnod", "score": 20 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "SHENZEN (CN)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Shenzen almost always not - especially if you get further away from the border area.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "you might get lucky with some random person or HK owner of some venue - but don't count on it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "( Sidenote - It is also illegal in China as far as I know to pay / accept in other currencies other then CNY except business that have special permit which is also probably the reason most people will not consider it but", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "for example a hotel might change for you )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You also mentioned Guangzhou in your question and the answer there is generally even less chance then Shenzen.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "MACAU (MO)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Macau it is a different story and the answer is mostly yes .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Taxi drivers / Restaurants / Hotels / Casinos / Ferry terminal will accept HKD - even 7/11 type shops and supermarkets will usually accept it at a ratio of 1/1 while giving you the change in Pataca ( MOP ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Personally I never had a refusal ( been there tens if not hundreds of times )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many ATM's ( most to my experience ) will even also disperse HKD if you choose so.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not only that - but like @Aaron comment above - some Casinos ( and machines inside ) for example will not even accept MOP but only HKD ( or RMB ) .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you will still be able to change at the cashier probably.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you do not want the hassle Of changing currency and you are there for a short time ( one-two days ) you can do fine with HKD especially in the tourist route.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "( Sidenote II: less frequently but also possible in many places to pay directly in RMB if you come from China.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will lose some conversion rate but then again you lose it when changing currency in advance too", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so it all depends on the amount you are planning on spending )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Using MOP outside of Macau:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for the other way", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "around - No, the MOP is quit useless anywhere outside Macau - and the further you get from the border the harder", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it is to even change it back although I have seen some very rare exceptions where vendors in Zuhai ( near the crossings ) will accept it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "RMB in HK RMB in Hong kong is not generally accepted in normal venues, but it is sometimes accepted in tourist locations (especially Chinese-facing and also close to border ) even in big stores / malls but not everywhere", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and it is up to the store / vendor to decide.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In that case also the change will be in HKD usually.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many locations that accept RMB will have some kind of a sign near the cash register ( some even with exchange rates ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 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merchant to take HKD, but the exchange rate will be atrocious.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will be much better off getting cash from an ATM.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Also wanted to mention that many places in Macau also let you spend RMB (as well as newer-HKD).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most shops charge the same price for all the currencies though, so using MOP is the best deal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/100596/justinram11", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In Shenzhen, many establishments near entry point areas will take HKD, but the exchange rates are usually suboptimal.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "One such area is Shuiwei (Shui Wai) 水围 area, which is frequented by guests from the Hong Kong (it was notorious for being a red light district in the past, but not anymore --- mainly just restaurants and cafes now).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many of those restaurants and cafes take payments in HKD, but really that's about it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To a lesser extent, some establishments in Shekou (Shek Hau) 蛇口, Wenjindu (Man Kam To) 文锦渡 and Shatoujiao (Sha Tau Kok) 沙头角 might take HKD.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Of course, shops on the Shenzhen side of the Chung Ying Street 中英街 will take HKD.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, do not count on it: not to mention the poor exchange rates, you don't want to wander around searching for a store that takes HKD!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the past (i.e. when my parents were still young and when Hong Kong was still under British rule), most shops in Shenzhen did accept Hong Kong dollars, and HKD was a de facto second currency in Shenzhen; this situation continued into the early 21st century.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Now, using HKD in Shenzhen is limited to the aforementioned areas.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "HKD is almost universally accepted in Macao (especially in the casino area), so no problem there.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ -1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55892/xuq01", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "One very important thing about Macau is in most if not all casinos you must have a mainland China, HK or Macau identity card to take out cash at all no matter the currency or the Amount, even with a foreign card or a local card its the same, caught me out big time had to take the boat back to HK to take out the amount I needed for a poker tournament.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This was the same in the large shopping malls as well Not sure about the atms outside of the casino complexes though maybe someone can add about that", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/60371/Matt Douhan", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "HKD are usually accepted in Macau but any change which you might get would be in the Macanese currency. In Shenzhen, HKD are very rarely accepted - especially if you get further away from the border area. Establishments near entry point areas will take HKD, but the exchange rates are usually poor.", "HKD is generally accepted in Macau, but not in Shenzhen with the exception of areas near entry points." ] ]

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[ [ "HKD is usually accepted in Macau.", "In Shenzhen HKD is not accepted other than near entry point areas." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Citymapper , also available as an app for iOS and Android, has never failed me in London or other large cities where it is available.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Cabs, Uber, Tube, buses, Heathrow Express, cycling, walking, I don't know of any mode of transport they don't cover, at least in London.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The mobile app (but not the website) even finds a combination of public transit and cars-to-hire (scroll to the bottom of possibilities offered):", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It also shows you the cost and the time of any alternative routes it finds, the best place to be on trains, as well as the best entrances and exits for tube stations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And it calculates time for transfers inside the stations.", "label": [ 0 ], 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by the time you have got off at Paddington and then found the correct route to continue your onward journey", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the time saved by using the Express can be eaten up.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you can give us some idea of where the address is further it may be possible to give more focused help.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/54427/Sarriesfan", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "On Google Maps the Heathrow Express will show up if you specify a terminal to depart from.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for Taxi journeys, time wise those would mostly be equivalent to the Car timings on google maps.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/97603/Ryan McDonough", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As comments mention Rome2rio is a surprisingly good solution within a city as well.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I never considered it for anything but intercity travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Google does find the Heathrow Express", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "but you need to kind of force it: if you just enter Heathrow Airport it won't find it", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but if you enter say Heathrow Terminal 5", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "then it will.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It also suffers from the problem of trying to find the best solution at the minute and a cross", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "London trip has so many solutions that a better one five minutes later will be crowded out.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Peruse the schedule explorer option.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also don't forget Google Maps doesn't add time for underground transfers which can be long (or not) -- this adds a lot of manual work to the search.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These 3D maps of Underground stations can help.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for using a cab, it's very likely a car can't beat the underground so getting as close to your destination as you can with it", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "is a good idea and then swapping to a cab might be good but you need to manually search the station in the vicinity of your destination.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Search for your destination first in Google Maps, then click the [x] clear search button and enter underground station to find the underground stations in the vicinity.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also note the difference between the traditional Hackney carriages and Private hire (minicabs) .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/4188/chx", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Transport for London's journey planner at https://tfl.gov.uk/ takes all public transport in London into account, so includes the Heathrow Express (as well as more outre options such as the river bus and the cross-Thames cable car).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It doesn't, however, include cabs, probably because these are very expensive and of highly-varied travel times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The latter complaint could also be made of buses, but TFL's are all fitted with location trackers so TFL has a good view into congestion insofar as it affects the buses.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This doesn't solve the entire problem as specified, though;", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "sorry.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12065/MadHatter", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Transport for London's journey planner at https://tfl.gov.uk takes all public transport in London into account, so includes the Heathrow Express (as well as other options such as the river bus and the cross-Thames cable car). Rome2rio and Citymapper are also recommended. Heathrow Express is shown on Google Maps if a departure terminal is selected.", "Google shows the Heathrow Express if you specify a terminal and you can see car journey lengths for taxis. Citymapper, TfL and Rome2rio are alternatives for journey planning." ] ]

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[ [ "Citymapper, TfL journey planner and Rome2rio are all solutions.", "Google finds the Heathrow Express if you specify a terminal and taxi journeys would be equivalent to cars." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "There are two ways of looking at this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The physical 'can you' and the legal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From the physical, every single transmitting device on a plane has to be certified to legally fly on the plane in transmitting mode.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Most devices 'probably' won't interfere, but even adding a wifi router onboard takes hours of testing, compliance, and certification", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(source:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was on the Qantas wifi programme team).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since they can't possibly certify every single variant of mobile phone, it's easier to just say 'turn it to airplane mode'.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "From a legal point, If you forget, or don't bother (and our scanners could see this happening on almost every flight), it almost certainly won't make a difference, but you are technically transmitting onboard an aircraft with a non-certified/compliant device, which is illegal in many countries.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You're also meant to legally always follow instructions of the flight staff.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They might seem like just friendly hosties, but there are serious consequences available in most countries for disobeying instructions of the flight crew.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So if you're told to keep it off, and they forget to tell you it's ok, technically you shouldn't be turning it on again until you disembark (usually into the terminal).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Again, it almost certainly won't do anything bad, but you asked 'can", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you' vs 'should you' so I'm trying to cover both.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Easy option: It's a few min of peace of quiet from your phone and the outside world.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Enjoy it :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/101/Mark Mayo", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The effect of leaving Airplane Mode off:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "your phone will be trying to connect, using maximum battery power, to any phone company cell it can ping during the flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The connection is guaranteed to fail since at airplane speeds you will be out of that cell's range before a successful handshake is concluded—or at least before significant amounts of data are sent or received.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You won't be happy because of battery drain.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The phone company won't be happy because any cell that receives your attempt to connect (that's not impossible over several miles with no buildings to interfere) will be attempting to locate your now-far-away phone to hand over to another cell, at maximum signal strength and power; plus, of course, you are briefly using a slot that could be available for another user who won't be miles away by the end of the opening handshake.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I know there are stories that your cellphone can somehow interfere with the plane's navigational system, but that's not the case.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once you have landed, and are taxiing to the gate, you can establish a successful connection and use your phone just you would leaving the airport in a car.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(This supposes cell coverage in the airport vicinity, which is a given at any major city.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This doesn't answer any question about legal regulations, which vary from one country and airline to another, but explains the physics.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18431/Andrew Lazarus", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "On all flights I have taken in the past couple of years, this information was either available in the airline’s information leaflets in the seatback pocket or it was announced when we landed – or both.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I cannot remember a flight I took recently where the passengers were asked to keep their handheld devices in flight mode until the aircraft came to a complete stop; they all had some sort of do what you want after touchdown.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My experience is limited to flights in Europe, East Asia and between those two.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Legal standards may differ.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43483/Jan", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Actually, in Europe you can have your phone or any other device throughout the flight without Airplane Mode enabled.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "EASA ( European Union Aviation Safety Agency) gave permission for that almost 5 years ago )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But it is the airline company's final decision.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/101845/Bildircin13", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As others have said, this will depend on country and airline.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "That said, in the US, immediately after the wheels touch the ground, I quickly turn off my Airplane mode as my phone will shortly be able to get cell signal for 4G.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A few seconds later, attendants have explicitly said that although passengers should stay seated, they can turn off Airplane mode and surf the web as they please.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Makes sense since after landing, it should be smooth for the most part getting from the runway to the gate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/108714/Daveguy", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Some claim that any transmitting device on a plane has to be certified to be able to use transmitting mode when flying. However, it is also claimed that this depends in the country and airline and that in Europe, phones and other devices can be used throughout the flight without Airplane mode being activated.", "It is a matter of the discretion of the airline and the rules of the countries involved, though in Europe the law states that you do not need to use flight mode when flying." ] ]

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[ [ "Certification is required for a device to transmit during flights.", "In Europe you can have your device on normally on flights, but it depends on the rules of the country and airline." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "To avoid any trouble with taxis, you can use the Aeroexpress train.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It will get you to the city centre for ~8$ (500 RUB).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can use wireless payment options at the automatic gates:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "PayPass, PayWave, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It departs every half an hour for most of the day.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The other two Moscow airports also have an Aeroexpress, with the exception of ZIA .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you plan to use taxi hailing, better pick up a local SIM with a data plan (a $5 plan would get you a month of unlimited data).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Then you can use Uber/Yandex/Gett.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/47051/alamar", "score": 45 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "First of all, ignore the people that run up to you when you get out of arrivals.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "They can see you are not a local and will charge you 4 times the price.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Never pay more than 1250 ₽ for a taxi to the Red Square .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can order a taxi from the Yandex taxi stand (Uber equivalent), located in each terminal at the arrivals section.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "This is open 24/7.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They may ask your phone to pre-book but often the person behind the desk can use their phone and write down the registration for you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some more information can be viewed on the airport website here .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/105447/Daniil", "score": 28 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Travelling without smartphone is nuts, seriously.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Fortunately Russian operators (well, at least Beeline, not sure about others) have packages that are charged _per_day_, not per month, have quite good Internet plans, and can be disabled/enabled through Internet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So my suggestion is to get local number in official operator booth at Airport (NOT an \"all-in-one\" re-seller booths near exit gates, which charge extra!), charge it with small amount (you can ask to lower the amount they offer by default), then disable it through website on day", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "you're leaving the country, so you're not charged for following days, and re-enable it when you come back to Russia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So far, I've seen so good package offers only in Russia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for taxi: Yandex, Gett, Bolt, whatever works through Internet.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Uber got merged into Yandex in Russia.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/102108/metalim", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, there are official taxi desks in Moscow airports.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 3 ] ] }, { "text": "Here you can see what they look like: Source", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This photo was taken at Sheremetyevo 2 years ago.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But Moscow is not the world's best place for \"offline\" people.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'd recommend to buy a local phone with internet as soon as possible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It would be very difficult to plan any trips or buy any tickets without internet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/102153/Sergey B.", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can use Wifi in the airport to request Uber or Yandex taxi", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 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[ [ "First of all, ignore the people that run up to you when you get out of arrivals. There are official taxi desks in Moscow airports. You can also order taxis from the Yandex taxi stand located in each terminal at the arrivals section. Yandex, Gett, Bolt and Uber services are also available via the Internet. As an alternative and to avoid any trouble with taxis, you can use the Aeroexpress train. ", "Moscow airports have their own official taxi desks, it's best to use these rather than to go with people approaching you when leaving the airport. You can also get the Aeroexpress train. Taxis can be ordered online via Yandex, Gett, Uber and Bolt." ] ]

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[ [ "You can use the Aeroexpress train instead.", "Avoid the people who approach you when exiting the airport.", "Yandex, Gett, Uber and Bolt are all options accessible online.", "Moscow airports have official taxi desks." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "According to the help file from the Canadian government for filling out the ETA it says the following on the application: Given name(s) / first", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "name(s) Please enter exactly as shown on your passport or identity document Source: https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/pdf/eta/english.pdf", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Page 11)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So you should put it in,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "exactly like it says on the passport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're not sure what you should put in (not just two name forms, non-latin script) and your passport has a machine readable zone, you should probably use the names in the same grouping as done there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The format are two lines at the bottom of the identity page of your passport where the first line is of the following format:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "P[4 unimportant letters][family name with blanks and other non-latin characters replaced by <]<<", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "[given names also separated by <] ( [] being used by me to separate the fields).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that the ETA help pdf has some more detailed explanations that are worth reading for everyone with unusual name(s).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/16564/Voo", "score": 38 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "\" my First name only into the Given Name(s) field \" If it asked for \"first name\" a single name might be acceptable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But it didn't.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Notice", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the \"(s)\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That means that there can be more than one name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Notice", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the \"Given\", that means all but your family name, which was inherited not given.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The form didn't ask for \"First name\"; it asked for \"Given name(s)\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many countries are improving their forms by saying \"Given\" rather than \"First\", since there are many societies where the first name is actually the family name.(e.g.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "in Chinese, \"Xi Jinping\", \"Xi Jin Ping\", and \"Xi Jin-Ping\" are all valid Romanizations of \"习近平\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Xi\" is first, but it is the family name.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "EDIT:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "@Voo says that the form contains this instruction: Please enter exactly as shown on your passport or travel document.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "That should remove any confusion.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Whatever names are on the passport you are going to be using should be the names you use on the form.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "No more, no less.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/97834/Ray Butterworth", "score": 28 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "My name is (based on catholic), using the same form as David's answer: A:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "given (first) name B: middle name 1 (or second first name)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "C: middle name 2 (or third first name)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "D: middle name 3 (or fourth first name)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "E: family/surname", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To make things even more complicated, my nickname is different than A; it is not in any official paper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, on my passport I have to use A until D, and not my nickname.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3582/Michel Keijzers", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If your first and two middle names are printed under ‘Given names’ in your passport, and you are asked to provide ‘Given name(s)’ not ‘First name’, you should include all three.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Example", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ": I just applied for an ESTA.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have a first and middle name (I’m known by my middle, not first, name), and my passport shows both names under ‘Given names’ and in the machine readable data section.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I uploaded this section during the application process, the system captured both names in the ‘Given names’ section of the application.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Other examples: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/is-middle-name-part-of-given-name.202730/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/60926/Traveller", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Your title question is answered by your question itself: you consider your middle names as middle names, and not as your first name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Thus, I would complete applications so as to track your passport names as closely as possible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my culture, it'd go like this: A =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "given (first) name B =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "middle name #1", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "C = middle name", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "#2 D = family/surname Like this: If the application has only two fields, enter A and D in the appropriate fields.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the application has three fields, enter A in the first field, B and C (with an intervening space if possible) in the second field, and D in the third space.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Different cultures may attribute names differently.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76708/DavidSupportsMonica", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Whatever names are on the passport you are going to be using should be the names you use on the form. If your first and two middle names are printed under ‘Given names’ in your passport, and you are asked to provide ‘Given name(s)’ not ‘First name’, you should include all three.", "Your name should be entered as it appears in your passport." ] ]

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[ [ "Your name should be entered as it appears in your passport." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "In the Nordic countries, we use a layered clothing method, which has the benefit of being adjustable to the weather: First layer: Moisture-wickening technical underclothing Long underpants Long sleeve undershirt Thin socks", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Second layer:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Warm and breathable Fleece jacket and underpants, wool socks", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Thin wool gloves", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Third layer:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Outer shell Windproof but breathing jacket and pants Thick waterproof two-finger gloves (separate thumb, and other fingers together) Waterproof shoes (eg. goretex) Wool collar or wool scarf that covers your throat, ears and nose Wool or technical hat (beanie)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The first layer keeps you warm by removing any sweat and humidity (this is the worst type of cold feeling you can get - being wet and cold!).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The second layer keeps you warm even in the coldest of weathers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And the third layer keeps wind and water away, which is essential in cold and/or wet snowy weather.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And even the best of warm clothes will be cold if the wind can go through it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The adjustability is helpful, for example if in the morning it is -35 C, but according to the forecast it will warm up to -15 C in the afternoon.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Then you just dress up for -35 C in the morning, and in the afternoon, you will probably leave out the second layer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or if there is no wind or rain, and plenty of sun, you might leave parts of the outer shell out (probably the wool scarf, and windproof pants).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or if you sweat so much that your lowest layer is all wet (despite it's moisture-wickening capabilities), you can remove the 1st layer altogether, and stay warm with the dry 2nd and 3rd layer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wool and fleece in particular have the added benefit of keeping you warm enough even if they get wet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And they dry very quickly - but keep away from open fire, as they start to burn easily!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43357/Juha Untinen", "score": 22 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Winter mountain night temperatures are comparable with the temperature inside a freezer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Daytime temperatures are no higher than those inside a fridge but can be lower and feel lower still.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will need serious winter clothes, meant for serious winter weather.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "And if you are from a warm climate you need extra layers over what locals would wear.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Long underpants and a warm long sleeved undershirt at least.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Thermo versions might be needed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On top of that you need a hat, scarf, mittens (or gloves but mittens are warmer) and sun glasses.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Keep your outer clothing well closed, up to your neck, unless you feel hot.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And good boots that keep your feet warm and dry.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27650/Willeke", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It depends how long you are staying outside, as tourist I recommend: [I was there several time]", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On top, 3 layers are often enough (shirt, pullover, winter jacket), bottom: 2 layers (you can do also with one layer [jeans], as I do it, but if you do not move, depending of winds, it can be cold, I do not recommend it).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As shoes: I recommend the moonboot: light and very effective for keeping heat.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But they are just good for simple walking on snow, not for hiking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Glove, sunglasses, and bonnet is essential.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As tourist, I do not recommend more equipment, and you can heat in restaurant.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But if you want to remain outside several hours (and maybe on evening), you need technical wearing: go in a sport shop and ask.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "[There is too much risk to get wrong equipment if you just order stuff by \"name/type\"].", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53544/Giacomo Catenazzi", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "(according to the precision you just made) It is difficult to answer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you just want to go up the mountain, look around, take a couple of pictures, you don't need the whole layers thing and technical winter equipments; you will not stay out that long.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would have regular winter boots; I don't think you will want to venture out and hike; so no need for specialized hiking boots.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also a regular winter coat, no need for a fancy technical and expensive winter coat if you will be using it for just a couple of hours (remember that down in the valley it will not be that cold).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also a good hat and a pair of winter gloves; maybe a scarf if your coat does not cover your neck.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8279/Max", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It's winter and the elevation of Titlis is 3238 meter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That means the temperatures will be far below 0° C, and it might snow.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bring winter clothes (i.e. a thick jacket, hiking boots if you have them) or ski clothes if you want to go skiing.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2998/dunni", "score": 5 } } ]

[ [ "If you just want to go up the mountain to look around, you may not stay out that long, but you will need serious winter clothes for serious winter weather (i.e. a thick jacket and hiking boots if you have them).", "You will need winter clothes but not specialised winter equipment." ] ]

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[ [ "You will need winter clothes.", "You will not require technical winter equipment." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "For all countries, you can just dial 112.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Dialling 112 will direct you to the same emergency call centre as phoning the country's emergency number would.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "In the EU, emergency call centres must provide a translations service.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some countries, a phone does not even need to have a SIM card present to dial 112.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "112", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "(emergency telephone number) : 112 is a common emergency telephone number that can be dialed free of charge from most mobile telephones and, in some countries, fixed telephones in order to reach emergency services (ambulance, fire and rescue, police).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "112 is a part of the GSM standard and all GSM-compatible telephone handsets are able to dial 112 even when locked or, in some countries, with no SIM card present.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is also the common emergency number in India and in nearly all member states of the European Union as well as several other countries of Europe and the world.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "112 is often available alongside other numbers traditionally used in the given country to access emergency services.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In some countries, calls to 112 are not connected directly but forwarded by the GSM network to local emergency numbers (e.g. 911 in North America or 000 in Australia).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note: data-only sims might not be able to dial the emergency number in some countries.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/105447/Daniil", "score": 48 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The information about 112 in another answer is correct.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is also true of 911, so to address your concerns explicitly, not sure if I will be able to call the local emergency number (USA - 911) using a foreign (India) mobile number when I am in USA.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You will be able to do that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your phone does not recognize 911 as an emergency number, it sends the call to the local cellular network tower, which will recognize that it is an emergency call and send it to the emergency call center.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In this case, it doesn't matter where your phone or phone number is from, because the call is handled by the equipment of the local telephone company.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Though I have mentioned USA, I would also like to understand how it works in other countries as well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The same thing happens.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Whatever provisions may be in place for recognizing certain foreign emergency numbers as such, the local network will always recognize the local emergency number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19400/phoog", "score": 19 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In the United States, you can make an emergency 911 phone call from a mobile phone without a SIM.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "As long as your phone can communicate with the network (supports the same frequency and standard), you can call 911.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is governed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The FCC's basic 911 rules require wireless service providers to transmit all 911 calls to a PSAP, regardless of whether the caller subscribes to the provider's service or not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you do not have service, there are even instructions about calling back in the event your emergency call is disconnected: If you do not have a contract for service with a service provider and your emergency wireless call gets disconnected, you must call the emergency operator back because the operator will not have your telephone number and cannot contact you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/87812/mattm", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Data point:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In NZ the emergency number is 111.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "112 works to call emergency services from a GSM phone", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "- I just tried.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nobody has ever told me this before now.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Dialling 112 from a landline accesses a very slowly and clearly spoken message -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "~~=", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"The NZ emergency service number is one one one.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That is ONE .....", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "ONE .... ONE.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Please hang up the receiver then slowly and carefully dial one", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "one one\" Repeats ....", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3301/Russell McMahon", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In any ITU country, dialing 911, or 112 should connect you to emergency services if the phone physically works.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "(I probably shouldn't go and test this, but any emergency number I could think of worked where I live a few years ago.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "112 is more standard in the EU, and 911 in North America.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have gotten connected to emergency services in the EU dialing 911, but don't count on it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's separate from your phone plan, and separate from regular phone number routing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So it isn't like a regular phone number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/102467/bobsburner", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "For all countries, you can just dial 112 to connect free of charge to emergency services. Dialling 911 should also re-route to emergency services anywhere.", "You can call 112 or 911 internationally." ] ]

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[ [ "You can dial 112 from any country.", "Calling 911 works in the USA and other countries." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Airlines communicate with their passengers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes, in letters (emails these days) and sometimes verbally.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the past (and much of the software that runs airlines is old, or copied from older versions) proper address included a title.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could no more start an email \"Dear Kate Gregory\" than you could start it", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"Hey Kate\" (as Netflix does when emailing me.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I know for a fact that airlines I use address me formally in emails, and if I happen to speak to a human, they also do.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Like while boarding, \"have a nice flight Ms Gregory\" as they give me the boarding pass back after scanning.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The fact that many passengers don't want to be called Mr", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Whoever or Miss Whatsit doesn't cause the disappearance of those who do want to be addressed that way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The software exists, and sort of handles titles -- though clearly you can see design decisions from people who never imagined names ending in mr or dr, so the motivation to change it is very small.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46/Kate Gregory", "score": 50 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In Germany, Doctor becomes legally an addendum of the name.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Kind of medieval and never updated.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The title is written in official identity documents, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This does not apply to Professor, but if you make a special case for Doctors, why not go the whole nine yards?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/27778/o.m.", "score": 24 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Same reason so many web forms reject valid e-mail addresses.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Because people who make web forms copy older ones.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So the hasn’t-been-needed-for-years “required field” endures.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "“We’ve always done it that way.”", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12555/WGroleau", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you think Lufthansa is bad (they only use two titles plus address—or three titles if you include Mr/Mrs as a title), then wait till you see British Airway’s list:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the other hand, Finnair does precisely what you suggest:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Given this glaring difference between three European airlines (and flag carriers) that should otherwise be very similar, I strongly suspect the underlying reason is one of culture, heritage and history.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Germany, the title Dr. has a special legal status, can be added to your ID documents, your credit card and you can insist on being called Dr. Meyer.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Prof. does not have this special legal status but still carries a general prestige with it; interviewees, for example on television, will often be titled Prof. in the name badge things that pop up at the bottom of the screen if appropriate (exceptions exist).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the UK, aside from the old distinction Mrs/Miss still being kept (as well as", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the more neutral Ms being available) and the you’re-not-quite-a-Mr-yet,-boy title master, a lot of those titles that can be selected relate to the old aristocracy or still existing royal institutions (The Rt Hon).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While indeed most of the time most of those titles would not be used, proper politeness in formal situations requires being aware of them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In Finland, society is perceived as much more egalitarian.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Thus, all those distinctions are irrelevant and it boils down to Mr/Mrs (although the selection fields are male/female).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To further elaborate, allow me to present the booking form of Deutsche Bahn , the German railway company where online tickets are tied to a specific person whose name must be entered.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I couldn’t expand both menus simultaneously, the left one simply contains the options Herr and Frau or Mr and Mrs .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In a sense, it is identical to Lufthansa’s except it separates the gender and title into 2 × 4 fields rather than one list of 8.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I didn’t think of using the English booking system, sorry.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43483/Jan", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "When travelling with business/first class with e.g. British Airways you may be greeted with your title.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I for one have been greeted with \"Lord\" when flying with Club World.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18374/Mikael Dúi Bolinder", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "First of all, not all airlines do this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I know plenty of forms that only offer mr/mrs or male/female options - but always at least that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some offer additional options for that field.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If they do, it presumably for a simple reason: They know that at least some of their passengers like to be addressed in that way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In many cultures and/or demographics addressing people with their title is considered important and people will take offense if it’s not done.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And those who do not care can simply select mr or mrs - the inconvenience to them is minimal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How to address your customers is not a question of right or wrong, but of knowing who they are.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Instagram will never address users as “dear mrs user”, but if your bank starts important letters with “hey Kate” that would be just as wrong.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/83455/averell", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Title is a part of name", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The reason for this is that traditionally (at least in some societies) the honorific title is an unalienable part of the full name when adressing someone.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's impolite to omit the title, and it's extremely impolite to use the wrong title - so if you want to address someone in a polite formal manner, you need to know their full name including the title.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can't simply assume a title based on gender.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Calling Sir John Doe as Mr John Doe is totally wrong; if your relationship allows that, then you might call them informally as John or Johnny or whatever, but if you address them using a title, then it must be Sir and not Mr, and of course for women there's the marital status implied by the title with you can't know without asking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The other option is to simply avoid using titles at all - but that means using language that's informal and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(at least traditionally, at least in some cultures) considered not polite enough for companies addressing their customers with proper respect.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11553/Peteris", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "On some airlines, you may be greeted with your title. Also, doctor is often a legal title in some countries.", "Some airlines greet people with their title, while in countries such as Germany the title is part of the name." ] ]

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[ [ "Airlines such as British Airways greet people with their title.", "In Germany, the title of Doctor is part of their name." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The currency of Switzerland is obviously the Swiss Franc, not the Euro .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Many businesses accept euros, but: not all do to make sure they're covered against fluctuations of the exchange rate, they will add a \"spread\" on the exchange rate in their favour, sometimes quite extreme.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For instance, even though 1 EUR is about 1.10 CHF at this time, they may very well apply 1 EUR = 1 CHF for simplicity in most cases, change will be given in Swiss Francs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not that this does not mean you need to buy Swiss Francs before arriving or that you need to exchange Euros for Swiss Francs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Withdrawing Swiss Francs at an ATM in Switzerland will often be the cheapest option (though you should check the charges of your card issuer in terms of exchange rate spread and for foreign transactions).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Likewise, you can pay for many things directly with a credit card or debit card with a balance in Euros (or any other currency).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your card issuer will convert the currency automatically, and if your card has low fees, this will often be even cheaper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As pointed out by IMSoP in the comments, if when paying by card the retailer (or rather the terminal) suggests to perform the currency conversion for you (this is called DCC – Dynamic Currency Conversion), you usually will want to refuse, as the rate applied is generally much worse than what you can get from your bank.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But again: check the fees for your credit or debit cards before you leave.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They're the key to making the right decisions (which may involve getting a new card with better fees!).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30703/jcaron", "score": 62 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It is always less expensive to use a country's own currency when in that country.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Merchants lose money on conversion fees when they accept payment in foreign currency, and they typically cover that by using a less favorable exchange rate to figure the foreign-currency price than you will find in the banking system.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19400/phoog", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes, it's cheaper, the exchange rate is not favourable for the client.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you go shopping for currency upfront, you can find a better deal for exchanging whatever you need and you'll paying a one time fee, instead of a fee in every payment.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's also more convenient.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Small businesses won't necessarily accept euros, and they have no obligation to do it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Hotel chains and department stores will probably accept them, shops near the borders probably too.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Notice that you will get the change in Swiss Franc anyway.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/8492/Quora Feans", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Absolutely.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Every time you exchange money, with anyone, anywhere, anytime, they are going to charge you for the privilege.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my experience, banks give the best exchange rates, especially YOUR bank (if you just use a random ATM, your bank will make the exchange).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"Exchange\" kiosks are all over the place.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The ones in London airport are particularly egregious, last I went.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Local businesses that don't specialize in exchange may be willing to do the exchange for free to get your business, or they may not, or they may simply refuse to do the exchange.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One thing is for sure, though: They will not give you a better deal in the exchange.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Ultimately, it's at their discretion, though, and since they're going to the bank to exchange your Euros later, and they have to pay the exchange fee, I would definitely anticipate that 99% of the time they would at least pass that on to you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Protip:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most exchanges post a buy rate and a sell rate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(buy_rate - sell_rate)/sell_rate is a good metric for how hard you're being fleeced in the exchange.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "0 is a free exchange.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "0.1", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(is about a 5% exchange rate) is probably the best you'll get anywhere.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some places in \"tourist traps\" will be up to like 25%.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/65910/Scott", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The answers so far provide you some good insight as to why you might want to prefer cash CHF vs cash EUR.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Allow me to add my view on avoiding this altogether.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are only travelling temporary and you use cash, they you always have some loss as you can'd budget to the nearest centime.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You'll end up leaving with some cash CHF which you cannot use elsewhere", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and you'll probably keep it as \"souvenirs\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I suggest that you take into account using a multi-currency card, like TransferWise", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "*.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This way you can keep an amount of USD in your account and the conversion is made every time you pay with it in CHF, at the mid-market rate .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This way, you avoid converting too much or too little, and, more importantly, you avoid the unfair conversion rate of the shops and banks", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "**.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As noted by a comment, most credit cards work this way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, with the credit card of your bank, the conversion is done by them, at a rate that's advantageous for the bank, plus some non-negligible fee.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With multi-currency cards, the conversion is done at the mid-market rate and the fee is very small.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For even cheaper option, you can foresee a bit how much you will spend and \"transform\" some money on your card just once, thus your card effectively holding 2 currencies and using the best one for each payment.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "More details here: https://transferwise.com/gb/borderless/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So if you use a credit card card, the problem can be avoided altogether.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And if it is multi-currency, it can be significantly cheaper than your standard bank.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "*", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I am not affiliated in any way, I just like their product.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "**Some shops, like the post office, do not accept credit cards, only maestro debit cards", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/52244/Ciprian Tomoiagă", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "The currency of Switzerland is obviously the Swiss Franc, not the Euro. It is always less expensive to use a country's own currency when in that country, as exchange rates are not favourable for the client.", "It is always cheaper to use a country's own currency, i.e. Swiss Francs." ] ]

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[ [ "It is always cheaper to use a country's own currency, i.e. Swiss Francs." ] ]

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Full schedule can be found on the Pegas Touristik website .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In January, there is a staggering difference of 28.1-(-25.2) = 53.3°C .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It also appears that Nordwind Airlines, of which Pegas Fly is a subsidiary, operates a seasonal charter N4 2521 from Yakutsk (-38.6°C in January) to Pattaya (26.1°C in January).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At a difference of 64.7°C, we would have had the certain winner here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Unfortunately, according to FlightMapper , that flight stops in Irkutsk for an hour, which is about 20°C warmer than Yakutsk.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/94266/Asura", "score": 34 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I nominate S7 6330 Phuket – Irkutsk in January.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "28,1 – (–17,8) = 45,9 °C .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/11512/ach", "score": 26 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I nominate Harbin-Singapore, operated by Scoot (TR 155).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "The mean temperature in Harbin is -17.6°C in January, while in Singapore it's 26.5°C, for a total difference of 44.1°C .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The flight time is 7.5 hours.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yakutsk is significantly colder with a daily mean of -38.6° in January, but there aren't direct flights to any warm cities from Yakutsk airport during the winter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/9009/JonathanReez", "score": 20 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "A comment noted that all answers to date have both cities in the northern hemisphere (winter in January), so here's one with one end in the southern hemisphere (winter in July).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(courtesy mapsofworld.com )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In general, the southern hemisphere has a lot less land mass than the north, and (AFAIK) not a single major city where daily mean winter temperatures go negative.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The best I could find is Dubai to Buenos Aires , with 35.5 - 7.4 in July, for a comparatively puny temperature difference of 28.1°C .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For other temperature hunters, Riyadh is slightly hotter (36.8) but has less long-distance flights, while Doha and Abu Dhabi are very slightly cooler.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the cool side, Johannesburg hits 9.6 in June (10.0 in July) while Auckland clocks in at a balmy 10.9.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1893/lambshaanxy", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I will nominate my personal experience although this may count as an outlier case.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In February / March 2018, there was a storm called Beast from the East that hit quite a few parts of Europe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I had to fly from Munich to Chennai during the end of Feb, via Frankfurt (LH 758) with a 2 hour halt.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Temperature in Munich =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "-18", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Temperature in Frankfurt =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "-10 Temperature in Chennai =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "34 Difference between Munich (-18) and Chennai (34) =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "52 degrees Difference between Frankfurt (-10) and Chennai (34) =", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "44 degrees I was sitting with my multi layered jacket for a really long time after the flight took off from Frankfurt", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "; I felt like I was melting when I landed in Chennai.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/35513/trollster", "score": 8 } } ]

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[ [ "Bangkok to Ulaanbaatar.", "Phuket to Chita or Irkutsk.", "Harbin to Singapore." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Cleaning them thoroughly should be good enough.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Here is what happened when we tried to get in with dirty boots in March 2016.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At Charlotte International Airport, we were spotted and stopped by agricultural inspectors while waiting to collect our luggage.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They took us into a separate room and provided us with shoe cleaning stuff.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We were made to clean our shoes thoroughly and only let out after the inspectors were satisfied.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They were friendly, polite, and entirely reasonable, but we did nearly miss our connecting flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Last time I brought hiking boots into the US, the customs form asked two separate questions: I am bringing (...)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(d) soil or have been on a farm/ranch/pasture I have", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(We have) been in close proximity of livestock (such as touching or handling) Since we had been hiking in England, crossing common land grazed by cows, we answered \"yes\" to the first question. See this question for more information .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This was a later trip (May 2018) than the shoe cleaning debacle, we had learned our lesson and nothing special happened despite answering yes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2509/gerrit", "score": 40 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "U.S. CBP does care about soil on your shoes, but as long as you've made a reasonable effort to clean them, then it won't be a problem, especially if the soil was not from a farm or some such thing.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "As gerrit mentioned, two of the questions on the customs declaration form that you fill out when entering the United States are: I am bringing (...)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(d) soil or have been on a farm/ranch/pasture I have", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(We have) been in close proximity of livestock (such as touching or handling)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I actually had visited a farm in Thailand and so answered yes to the first of those questions, the immigration officer asked about it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When I told him I had been to the farm in Thailand, he had me go to the secondary agricultural inspection.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At agriculture inspection, they asked what sort of animals I had been around and when I told them that it was elephants rather than livestock, they weren't very concerned with that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, they did still ask whether I had mud and such on the shoes or clothes that I was wearing while there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my case, it had been dry while I was there", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and the ground was mostly covered in grass,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so I (truthfully) told them that my shoes probably had some light dust, but no caked on mud.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They said that wasn't a problem at all and didn't even bother physically looking at anything in my bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it had been rainy while I was there and my shoes had actually been muddy, I expect they'd have had me clean them as gerrit experienced, especially if I had been around cows or other such livestock rather than just elephants.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Given that they weren't concerned at all about the light dust and such, I don't think you'll have any problem at all if you've thoroughly cleaned your shoes but were just unable to get them completely clean.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since you haven't even been on farms, it sounds like you should truthfully be able to answer 'no' to the inspection questions, in which case they're unlikely to ask about, look at, or care about your shoes at all.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12011/reirab", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Just declare the shoes as soiled and let customs officials handle the rest.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I live in Australia, we're an island", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so these things are strictly controlled.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you've cleaned them well they generally let you through, otherwise they will clean them for you.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I actually don't mind the cleaning service, it takes them about 2-3mins compared to my 10min effort.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/107040/Nav", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Yes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yes, you need to declare it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No, it's not a 'big deal'", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but you're going to have to stop at the USDA booth", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and they'll take your shoes and disinfect them with some nasty spray.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Having them clean as possible will make it easy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But if they're caked in dirt they're going to make you wait while they do it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Source:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Been there, done that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Came back from England during Mad Cow with a backpack.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And other trips.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/107108/J.Hirsch", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Something to understand here:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yes, our agricultural inspection people tend to care about mud on shoes--they care about anything that can carry pests or disease that we don't have here", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Which is why the lists can seem pretty nonsensical at times--they don't care about the items, they care about hitchhikers.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, they aren't interested in playing gotcha unless you fail to declare something.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you have any question about whether they care about something you declare it and see what they say--there is no penalty (other than loss of the item--", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "note that in this case the forbidden item would be the dirt, not the shoes) for bringing forbidden materials.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The only time they'll actually penalize you (I've seen it happen) is if you don't declare the material.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1764/Loren Pechtel", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Although agricultural inspection people tend to care about mud on shoes, If you've cleaned them well they generally let you through, otherwise they will clean them for you.", "Authorities care about mud on shoes, though declaring them and cleaning them should suffice." ] ]

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[ [ "Cleaning them should be enough. Alternatively authorities can clean them for you.", "Authorities do care about mud on shoes, but you should be fine if you declare them and attempt to clean them." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "You will need to apply for a visa.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This text is taken directly from this page on the US CBP web site (my emphasis):", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Travelers in the following categories are no longer eligible to travel or be admitted to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP): Nationals of VWP countries who have traveled to or been present in Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, Libya, Somalia and Yemen on or after March 1, 2011 (with limited exceptions for travel for diplomatic or military purposes in the service of a VWP country).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nationals of VWP countries who are also nationals of Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Sudan, or Syria.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/105640/Arthur's Pass", "score": 46 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "No, you need a visa.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Apply for a B1/B2 visa on your Dutch passport, and if asked at the interview why you want a visa, explain it's because you're a dual Iranian national.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bring (on paper)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "solid evidence of financial capacity and ties to the country where you live (marriage certificate, childrens' birth certificate, proof of income, consecutive bank statements, property ownership proof, notarised employment letter...) and answer any and all questions confidently and truthfully, even if you feel they're personal and invasive.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The fact is, anecdotal evidence suggests that, for those dual nationals who (correctly) apply for a visa, many consular officers will dig for reasons to deny a visa, as they're meant to represent US foreign policy to some extent, with which the relevant countries evidently haven't been currying much favour as of late.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That's why you should be careful to bring any and all documentation available to you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You may not be asked a lot, in which case all good, but don't take any chances, as a refusal, despite what the letter states, will make it harder to get a visa in the future.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/39782/Crazydre", "score": 21 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "No, you may not visit the USA without a visa.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Nationals of certain countries, including the Netherlands, may visit the USA under the Visa Waiver Program .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Several conditions must be met, including not also being a national of Iran.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/99895/Arne", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "While this does not fully answer your question, please note that as the case of Annahita Mazaheri demonstrates, even with a visa you may still not be allowed to visit the USA.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't know what you can do to prevent the following from happening, just be mentally prepared.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Annahita Mazaheri is a Dutch woman born of Iranian parents.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "She hadn't been to Iran for over 17 years and had a valid visa for the USA, but was turned down at the gate after a short interview with US officials (on Dutch soil) in early January 2020.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And yet the impossible happened.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At the last passport check before boarding, the stewardess suddenly recalled Annahita with the announcement that the US immigration service was on its way.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Three men in suits appeared shortly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "She had to sit at the gate and was subjected to a rapid fire of questions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "\"They were just questions such as where I come from and what I do in daily life.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 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"label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/iranian-canadians-detained-interrogated-at-us-border-1.5415782 )", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55324/CCTO", "score": 1 } } ]

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"label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I could not find any data on its size, but from having been there myself I estimate the area to not be much more than 25 m² (only counting the platform, not the stairs).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is hard to find a good picture of the whole park, since it is a small platform.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I recommend viewing the 360° view on Google .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(c) 2009", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bryan Costales", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/56738/Ian", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Of course, in Japan everything is smaller.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] 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king Edward VII, and in 2013 was the location for the UK's shortest fun run, with the slowest competitor finishing in a mere 55 seconds: link .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/107785/Dan Price", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I nominate the small corner lot at North Pacific Avenue and Mission Street, Santa Cruz, California.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "I concede it is not named as a \"Park,\" and doesn't appear in the City's list of parks , but it is treated as a park by the City and its residents, and is maintained by the City.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here's a Street View Picture.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The public area is between the blue wall and the street from which the photo was taken:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 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[ { "sents": [ { "text": "In some cases, your status may allow you to bring in one or more guests .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This is very specific to each airline/program and the various levels, though, so you'll have to check the details for your own loyalty program.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This page gives some general rules.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They say that access via your travel class (business, first...) usually doesn't allow you to bring in a guest.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the other hand, most programs (but not all) allow you to bring a guest if you get access through your frequent flyer status, with a few conditions and exceptions, though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So, again, check the specifics for your combination of frequent flyer program / status / airline / type of flight (domestic or international) / class of travel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that the number of guests is usually limited.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Even as a Flying Blue Platinum member, I can't (or couldn't the last time I tried) bring more than one person in a lounge, for instance.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, giving your boarding pass to someone else so they can enter without you is most probably a breach of the terms and conditions of the program .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/30703/jcaron", "score": 33 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In recent years, I have encountered with all major airlines that they want to see your boarding pass and a valid ID.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a consequence, you can of course walk out and in as often as you like, but someone else with your boarding pass (and ID!) will have trouble if he doesn't look a lot like you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is also a clear violation, and if caught, you will not only lose your access right, but also potentially be disqualified from their frequent flier club, losing any miles already collected.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As others mentioned, depending on airline and status you might be allowed to bring a guest, but they have started to be a lot less generous there too - just because you are Platinum Select member with an international business class flight doesn't mean you can bring your wife (with an economy boarding ticket) for free", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/37993/Aganju", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Legally no, but often there is just a check of the ticket (and a scan of ticket, so that you may enter only once).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You might be able to pay an entry fee (maybe with a discount because of your eligibility).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is said that it is cheaper than staying in the \"normal areas\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ": you have less time to wait near boutiques and restaurants, so possibly less expenses.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53544/Giacomo Catenazzi", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Could you?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Should you?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "No.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Better for you to load up on snacks in your bag, get a drink in a red cup/fill a bottle, and leave.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I flew 100k a year until recently and regularly brought doggie bags out.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I also got to take guests, and would grab total strangers for fun.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sometimes it was good, sometimes they thought I was a creep.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To each their own.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Edit: I'm just going to leave this here: If you hand your ticket to your friend, they go into the lounge-", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "what ticket do you have?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your friends?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the TSA stop and decide to search you or your friend, what ID are you going to show?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Is it reasonable to explain you traded tickets so your buddy can get into a lounge?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sure-", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "TSA or the police might not blink, but they are going to pull them out to look and be sure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Just not worth it for a cheap brownie.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However the Sushi in Japan on the other hand...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/107108/J.Hirsch", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "SAS doesn't check IDs, they use automated gates where you scan your boarding pass or passport and you can enter and exit how many times you like.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/18374/Mikael Dúi Bolinder", "score": 3 } } ]

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[ [ "You may sometimes be permitted to take guests into the lounge.", "Airlines often require ID and boarding passes for lounge access." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Generally, yes.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "On almost all airlines you can select/change frequent flier accounts as often as you want until check in.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Final selection typically happens during check in and most check in processes have an explicit or optional step explicitly for this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 26 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In case you don't do it before the flight...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As alluded in other answers, pretty much all airlines allow you to \"claim missing miles\" even after the flight.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If the frequent flyer programme is for the same airline, then you usually do it online", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and it's pretty straight forward", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I've done it quite a few times).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If it's a partner programme (e.g. you're flying on BA, but the FF is from American), then it'll be more hassle.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In either case, make sure to save your boarding passes - either electronic versions or printed/issued ones.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/14128/Aleks G", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "This is, as you say, airline dependent.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I know several airlines that do, and the best way for you to find out in your case is to contact the airline.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In your case I would also contact your university travel department and see if they will add a frequent flier number when booking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/264/DJClayworth", "score": 7 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I don't have first-hand experience with the airlines you mentioned, but any other airlines I have seen lets you add frequent flyer numbers at any time.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you have the booking code and your name, you should be able to sign into view the reservation and add the frequent flyer number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can also have it added at check-in (online or in person) and sometimes even after the flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/58132/PhilippNagel", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As already stated more than once, it is definitely possible.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "However, you should check whether you have a contract saying that all frequent flyer benefits/points on university-paid travel belong to the university.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have had a contract like that (though it wasn’t with a university).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/12555/WGroleau", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It is always possible to add the Frequent Flyer number later.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The easiest place to do so (in my humble opinion) is when dropping off bags at a manned terminal.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They will request to see your passport/ticket/boarding pass (assuming online check-in)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "anyway and you can just hand them your frequent flyer card additionally to get it entered.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are unlucky and don’t have the option of a manned check-in/bag drop-off desk, the next best option is probably at the departure gate although I haven’t tried that myself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Finally, most airlines offer a manage my booking form where you can, for example, request a specific diet or pre-order extras.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Often, this will also have a field to enter your frequent flyer number and programme, typically as part of the passenger details.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/43483/Jan", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I had a similar condition where the company booked a ticket for me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But while doing boarding, I asked the Airlines staffs to add credit on my frequent travel card as ticket was under my name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In addition, I took a flight from Finnair and forget to add my frequent flier.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, later I logged in to my frequent flier site and add the ticket number.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It takes 48 hours and once airlines confirmed, I got my credit on Frequent flier.", "label": [ 0 ], 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"answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/37993/Aganju", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In most cases, you can either add it during the check-in process or ask any departure-gate agent working for the airline, after check-in and passing security.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It doesn't necessarily have to be the gate agent for your flight, so you can go to a different desk (as long as it's the same airline)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "if that helps even out queues.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Usually, this can also be done at a layover airport if you have one with sufficient time, but I wouldn't recommend relying on that", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(tarmac holds can shrink even long layovers unpredictably!).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ 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[ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it’s stolen), it is better to have taken precautions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The first of which is to keep copies of you travel documents where you and only you can access them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Maybe giving copies to a trusted family member could work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "At the very least, they can help you in recovering duplicates.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or, they can send you the copies by fax or some other means in a pinch.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most importantly, let your embassy know you will be traveling in the U.S. before you leave home.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That way, someone knows where you are or should be.", "label": 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been asked to show my passport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I do not know what might have happened if I did not have it on me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Doing a bit of searching online, I found Do I Need to Carry Documents While I’m in the USA?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "which seems to indicate that it is required for all foreigners to carry their passport (or immigration documentation) on them at all times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You may want to invest in a small water-proof sealed bag or container that you can attach to you while swimming (rather than having the risk of losing it or having it stolen if you leave it on the beach...)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/40422/Midavalo", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If I was going swimming I'd consider a hotel safe as others have said. For all activities that did not require me to \"lose control over my clothes\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I would (and always do) carry my passport with me at all times.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I use a small \"purse\" with a neck cord that is designed to fit a passport and a few other non-bulky items (eg VISA card and a number of $100 or equivalent notes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I wear this with the strap adjusted", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so it hangs inside my shirt and with one end straddling my trouser belt line.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There it is comfortable, location-invisible and even if someone knew it was there, exceeding-hard to access without me noticing.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On numerous international trips this has always been \"hassle free\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "YMMV -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but, probably not.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In my own country when visiting a beach to swim, I carry a minimum of valuable down to the beach.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I place car-keys and anything else valuable in a small plastic bag and surreptitiously bury this in the sand in an inobvious manner under my beach towel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The main hazard is the potential to remember to recover it when I dress and leave :-).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/3301/Russell McMahon", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You are not looking for a 100% secure, bullet-proof way to store your passport, but for the best option available to you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And then you weigh in convenience", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "et voilà, the hotel room or front desk usually wins.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are feeling paranoid, keep it somewhere where noone would bother to look and staff cleaning your room won't accidentally throw it away.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As a precaution against loss of your passport in general, theft or otherwise, you should have printed copies of your passport at various locations, such as your backpack, wallet etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nowadays, you should also have a PDF or image of it at a secure cloud hosting service.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/85676/knallfrosch", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Leaving your passport in the hotel room safe is likely to be safer than taking it to the beach. You could also leave your passport at the front desk of the hotel.", "A hotel is generally safer than a beach, you can use a room safe or leave your passport with the front desk." ] ]

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[ [ "Your room is likely safer than a beach.", "The hotel room safe is a good option most of the time.", "Hotels can look after your passport at the front desk.#" ] ]

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the Michigan Flyer https://www.michiganflyer.com/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A bus from DTW to Ann Arbor that goes 13x a day.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/108867/DumbTownie", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'm not a local, but a while ago I worked at Ford and lived in Ann Arbor for a time,", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so I did that commute every day.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your main gotcha is going to be the state of", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I-94 (and I-275 as an alternative route).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This can be very bad in rush hour.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're arriving in the evening after 7pm, you should usually be safe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're getting a hotel for the weekend, consider that Ann Arbor is not a small area, and it has limited access to I-94 along the west side.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you want to minimise costs from the airport, then staying somewhere in the south-east or east of the city should make your Uber cheaper.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Assuming of course that someone local can give you a ride to the wedding.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/46293/Graham", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I write this answer from a Lyft going from Ann Arbor to DTW.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Booking 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{ "text": "There can be a large amount of traffic slow down in the morning on a weekday, as Graham's answer indicates.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The pickup time was a bit longer than I was used to, I think it took 10-15 minutes for the driver to arrive at the Airport.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I also took an Uber from the hotel to the wedding venue, it is a very common area for weddings", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "so the driver should be familiar with where to take you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/78776/ShadowTiger", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Rent a car for cheap.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I was just in Ann Arbor a few months ago.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My wife goes all the time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If we are there for only a day, Uber makes sense for a one time round trip from the airport and back.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you are there for more than one day, rent a car.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Unless you want to burden family members with schlepping you around, it’s more convenient for everyone.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Plus, Ann Arbor is a pretty nice area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And, except for rush hour, the drive is easy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It would be worth the $20-30/day or so as long as you do not have to pay for hotel parking.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": 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[ [ "Uber and Lyft are both feasible options.", "Prices can range between $36 and $100 on Lyft and Uber depending on surge pricing." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "At what point should they not enforce it?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Half full?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Quarter full?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Can you imagine the arguments!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And then - when you are packing at home, most passengers don't know how full the plane might or might not be.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So it's a bit impractical.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Logically it's more sensible to enforce a limit, and then gate agents might just have an unofficial policy of some leniency where they see fit.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/101/Mark Mayo", "score": 72 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The weight of the luggage affects the fuel consumption, and the airline might very well adapt how much fuel the put on the plane to the number of passengers.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "If they were to allow all the passengers to bring extra luggage, just because it fits, they would use extra fuel, and have to pay for that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's probably also easier to enforce the limit at all times, rather than taking countless discussions with passengers on whether slightly overweight luggage is acceptable on a particular flight (and people would start such discussions if the airline did loosen those rules).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/44187/Henrik supports the community", "score": 43 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The main reason for the weight limit (and its enforcement) is that the airline wants you to pay for the extra weight.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "It is a major income stream.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Once you pay the fee, the plane can easily fly with the extra weight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Unless you bring an extra ton , it is just noise for the needed-gas calculation - they wouldn't add more gas just because a passenger brings an extra heavy carry-on (or is overweight himself).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/37993/Aganju", "score": 27 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I don't think these limits exist for one reason only.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Each 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collect baggage fees, and they have no compelling reason to waive that opportunity.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Why would they refuse to take $25+ from anyone who wants to check their bag?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55638/Nuclear Wang", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For one: to be safe.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "There is an average passenger weight (which includes also carry on baggage).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This affect the configuration of the airplane, the required fuel, and the emergency fuel .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Because these calculations are done by maybe by dispatcher, but the pilot need to verify and input in the plane computer, one do not want that there was different opinion on the inserted numbers, and so maybe going on low fuel (and this means paperwork and possibly penalties, but for sure an expedite landing, so good for passengers).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Additionally carry on is checked on very last moment.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How do you know that airplane is half full?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If your estimates were wrong, it will take time to correct, and it could cause delay to the airline (or just denied boarding).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Maybe at last minute an other airline has to cancel a flight, so they will rebook many passengers on your flights (and this will take some time, do load new baggage and doing the new paperwork ),", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but so now you have extra weight which was not accounted.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Let's also say: it easy money for airline, and so they enforce such rules, OTOH the average weight seems to be lower then modern passengers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53544/Giacomo Catenazzi", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "As many have said, it affects the weight of the plane, which other have said affects how much fuel the plane consumes, which of course costs the airline money.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, one thing few, if any, have mentioned is the safety implications; if the plane is heavier and it needs to make an emergency landing, there are implications that are going to be needed, such as time and fuel dumped.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Additionally, there have been accidents on the smaller (turboprop) planes that have been attributed to excess weight on the plane ( here is an example ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm not particularly sure how much this relates to the decision of airlines themselves to charge extra for extra baggage, but do keep this in mind.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/108714/Daveguy", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "A strict weight limit may be enforced for many reasons, including safety and protection of the cabin crew, weight limits of the overhead compartments and fuel consumption. The weight of luggage affects fuel consumption, and the airline may adapt the quantity of fuel on the plane to the number of passengers. However, the airline may simply want you to pay for the extra weight.", "The weight limit exists for safety reasons, luggage weight affects fuel consumption and the rules financially benefit airlines." ] ]

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[ [ "Safety is a key concern, as attendants have to lift bags and the compartments can hold limited weight.", "Luggage weight affects fuel consumption, which is a concern for airlines from a logistical and financial standpoint.", "Airlines do not need to enforce this, but choose to for their revenue stream." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I will be travelling by car with my friend (only 1 friend).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "With the current lockdown rules, will I be stopped and fined? From Coronavirus: Boris Johnson's address to the nation in full - BBC News", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That is why people will only be allowed to leave their home for the following very limited purposes: Shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible One form of exercise a day - for example a run, walk, or cycle - alone or with members of your household; Any medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person; and Travelling to and from work, but only where this is absolutely necessary and cannot be done from home.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That's", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "all - these are the only reasons you should leave your home .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Since none of the above conditions are fullfilled, very likely.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What are the possible consequences?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A fine , the amount of which has not yet been announced .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The legislation can be viewed at:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020 section 6: Restrictions on movement section 10: Fixed penalty notices \"The Times\" from 24th March suggest this will be from 30£ to 1000£ (third paragraph):", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/95267/Mark Johnson", "score": 54 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "With the current lockdown rules, will I be stopped and fined?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What are the possible consequences?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're lucky, you will be stopped, fined, and sent home.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "If you're unlucky: You get sick from COVID-19.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You pass on COVID-19 to (many) others, some of whom may die, and more who will have to go to a busy hospital.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You get fined or even have to go to jail (with the actual sentence possibly postponed until after the pandemic).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Currently (2020-03-24) no jail in the UK, but things might move fast; in other countries it's already possible", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(e.g. in Germany it may be a Straftat to violate the rules in some cases rather than an Ordnungswidrigkeit", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "— I don't know how Straftat or Ordnungswidrigkeit best translate to the English language or UK law, but literally Straftat means something like \"punishable act\").", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "That doesn't seem to be the case in the UK currently (BBC reports fines), but who knows how quickly this may change if fines appear ineffective?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I am not a lawyer", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I would not assume it will remain with just fines if those are shown to be ineffective and the situation is worsening daily.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do not endanger the lives of others.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Do not travel if you can avoid it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/2509/gerrit", "score": 34 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "For your information... story dated 22:56 24 March: Police have been stopping cars to make sure people are only making essential journeys.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It comes after Boris Johnson yesterday put the UK on lockdown, ordering Brits to remain in their homes unless they have a valid reason to go out.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He warned that police would issue fines to those found disobeying the new rules, and today officers have been on the streets making sure drivers do not flout them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The four reasons you can now leave your home are: shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible one form of exercise a day - for example a run, walk, or cycle - alone or with members of your household any medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person travelling to and from work, but only where this is absolutely necessary and cannot be done from home Update 26 March: Police set up checkpoints to stop drivers during coronavirus pandemic", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/79826/Michael Harvey", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Since the question and most of the answers were written, what had been strong recommendations from the government have been turned into regulations with the force of law, in the form of The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020 .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Of relevance to this question: 6.—(1)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "During the emergency period, no person may leave the place where they are living without reasonable excuse.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There then follows a list of reasonable excuses, which includes things like shopping for food, exercise, seeking medical assistance, providing care or assistance, going to work if it's not practical to work from home, and the like.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A trip, presumably for leisure purposes - whether with members of your household, or with one friend, or on your own - is not on the list, so would not be allowed.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Anyone breaking the regulations can be fined.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The fines start at £60 (reduced to £30 if paid within 14 days), and then double for each subsequent fine, up to a maximum of £960.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The regulations (at least in their current form) expire on 26 September 2020.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/6170/Steve Melnikoff", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The morally correct answer is obviously \"don't do it\".", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the other hand, there is little chance that anything or anyone will stop you, so long as you are following the general social distancing rules.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "UK policing strategy is generally \"consensual\" so there are unlikely to be any random \"stop and search\" checkpoints on your trip.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is no shortage of fuel in the UK.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In fact supermarkets have started a fuel price war, with price cuts of 20% or more.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Aside from the obvious infection risks, the biggest question to consider is what you plan to do during this trip, since only essential businesses (supermarkets, pharmacies, etc) are still open for business.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't expect to find any \"tourist activities\" still operating.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/33032/alephzero", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "A trip, presumably for leisure purposes - whether with members of your household, or with one friend, or on your own - is not on the list, so would not be allowed. If you're lucky, you will be stopped, fined, and sent home.", "Trips are not permitted and fines are likely." ] ]

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[ [ "Trips are not permitted and fines are likely." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "It's a cargo flight, after all.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Many/most passenger airplanes handle cargo business ordinarily .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(Amtrak who thinks it's an airline, took it to extremes; ordering hundreds of baggage cars specifically for freight, you had Amtrak trains with 25 baggage cars and 5 coaches.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Their freight railroad hosts told them to knock it off.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, the COVID-19 crisis has caused great shifts in the economy - largely ending the passenger business, but a veritable \"gold rush\" in the air freight business , particularly for emergency supplies that cannot wait for the slow container ship.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Your particular flight is from China, which as you know is where a tremendous amount of material is manufactured.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And it's to Europe, which is pretty much the worst case for container-ship shipping times (must either transit Panama, Suez, or best case, a double transload for a rail crossing of North America).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As such, the flight you mention is surely kept plenty busy by that traffic.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They can use almost the entire baggage hold for freight, and some airlines are pulling out seats so they can load cargo in the passenger area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is perfectly legitimate; in fact many airliners are made as \"Combis\" that either convert quickly, or have a cargo section aft of the passenger section.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "China Eastern airlines are used to haul face masks from China to Czech Republic.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Czech national radio website mentions China Eastern delivery from March.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I also found and an online newspaper article from 10th of April referring to China Eastern delivering face masks and Airbus 330–243 is specifically mentioned in that article.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/111089/Kuncík", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Few countries have actually “closed” their borders.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "The Czech restrictions seem to be among the most extensive, even after being relaxed somewhat , but do leave the possibility of travel for very limited reasons open.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In particular, the Czech Republic did not, to my knowledge, close their airports and interrupt all flights into the country (which some other countries did do).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As to why that particular flight did happen, it's difficult to know for certain.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There have been many discussion of nearly empty flights being operated for legal reasons (safeguarding slots and the like) but I am not sure that's a factor here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Freight is certainly a strong contender and Covid-19 actually created some new demand in that area as protective equipment, reagents, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "are often sourced from outside Europe and especially China.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Finally, even if travel is limited to a handful of diplomats and experts, the occasional aid worker, and a few stranded nationals/residents trying to come back home, if you want to maintain safe distance inside a plane, it will fill up very quickly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/6669/Relaxed", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Some combination of: They can (i.e., flights are permitted by the Czech authorities); and There's money to be made now (from carrying either freight and/or passengers); and/or they want to keep their routes, and gates, and airport arrival and departure slots (which can all be at risk if they're not used); and/or they wish to pre-position their service to be already up and running as things loosen up in the transportation world.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The actual internal reasons and decision-making behind #2 are apt to be invisible to outsiders.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/76708/DavidSupportsMonica", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Czech Republic has been keeping their borders shut for more than a month now Incorrect.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A fair amount of nationals of over 30 countries can still enter Czech Republic (see https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm ( mirror ), e.g. people under age 18 or spouses of nationals of Czechia).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And there are over 1.4 billion people who can still enter China.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "More generally there are still quite a few lines in operation (e.g. see this samchui.com", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "post ( mirror )), sometimes with reduced frequency.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1810/Franck Dernoncourt", "score": 4 } } ]

[ [ "This is a cargo flight. Reasons for still flying include: flights are permitted by the Czech authorities; carrying either freight and/or passengers; keeping their routes, gates, and airport arrival and departure slots (which can all be at risk if they're not used); and/or they wish to pre-position their service to be already up and running as things loosen up in the transportation world. Few countries have completely closed their borders.", "Borders have only actually been closed in a small number of countries and cargo flights remain operational." ] ]

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[ [ "Flights are still operating for freight, such as face mask shipments.", "Borders have only actually been closed in a few countries." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "The big difference is the scale.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Disneyland (in California) was the first theme park Walt Disney built.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Originally consisting of one theme park and one hotel, though after Walt's death it was expanded into a resort with a second theme park, more hotels and some other attractions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Disney world (in Florida) was a much bigger project, this time Walt Disney wanted to control not just the immediate theme park but the whole area surrounding it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "While sadly Walt died before the park was actually built the result was nevertheless a Disney-controlled resort with four theme parks, two water parks and loads of hotels and other attractions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are also a number of foreign (outside the US)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Disneylands.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As far as I can tell these are much closer in scale to the original Disneyland than they are to Disney World.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/36213/Peter Green", "score": 52 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The difference is that Disneyland is in California and Disney World is in Florida.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Please see Disneyland and Disney World", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I suppose the idea was that they would not be confused.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/62763/Weather Vane", "score": 23 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "DISCLAIMER:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Read OP carefully.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, SE does not require every answer to be all-inclusive.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Reading your question carefully, I’m not sure you’re asking about the easy stuff like location, scale or features.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You seem to be asking a lot about the etymology : the word crafting.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "*", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Historically there are reasons** many country/state names end in “land”: Ireland, Scotland, England, Rhineland, Poland, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The style has been used for fictional/created non-countries too: wonderland, playland, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Disneyland is simply continuing that style.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Different deal with the Florida resort.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They wanted it named after Walt Disney, i.e. the full name.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Waltdisneyworld would be a very ugly word formation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So they went with “Walt Disney World”.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "*", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And since others have covered the scale, features and location well, there is no point in re-treading their work; and SE rules do not encourage or require that.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "** Some very smart people want me to delve into the etymology of that; but that’s not your question.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 15 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Map from Wikipedia with the different names by location:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1810/Franck Dernoncourt", "score": 12 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In the USA, Disneyland is the name of Disney's property in Anaheim, California.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Originally, Disneyland was a single theme park, and still is.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It has various versions around the world, but I imagine here we're talking about the Disneyland theme park in California.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Confusingly, since opening, Disney has also opened another theme park (Disney's California Adventure), a shopping area, and hotels around the original Disneyland park.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The overall resort here is called the Disneyland Resort.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Walt Disney World, on the other hand, is Disney's resort in Florida.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "This is far, far larger than the Disneyland Resort and contains far more - more parks, hotels, shopping, and areas to expand into.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Walt Disney World contains the Magic Kingdom, Florida's version of the Disneyland theme park.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, in my experience, a lot of people call this park \"Disney World\", which is where I believe a lot of confusion stems from.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/94917/user25730", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Why Disneyland?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Most likely to play off Disney's fame (he was a prolific film and TV producer by then), as well as matching the motif of the park.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Remember, the parks have always focused on the Disney stories.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is how Disneyland opened in 1955", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note how the various areas are named.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In particular Frontierland Adventureland Tomorrowland Fantasyland Notice a motif?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And to top it off, Walt Disney started a Disney anthology series that started in and around the park.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Walt Disney World Announced in 1966, Walt Disney would die that same year.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's no reason why Disney called it \"Disney World\", but it's far less common to use \"world\" as a suffix.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But it was Roy Disney who named the whole resort after the man One of his first decisions was that the Disneyworld project would be officially renamed “Walt Disney World.”", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Roy was insistent that people be reminded that this was Walt’s project.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Very few others in the company agreed with that choice because of marketing reasons.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In a meeting, someone referred to it as “Disneyworld” and Roy’s hand went to his glasses as he focused on the offending word: “I’m only going to say this one more time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I want it called ‘Walt Disney World.’", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not Disneyworld, not Disneyland East, not anything else.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Walt Disney World.”", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/53718/Machavity", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "The difference is that Disneyland is in California and Disney World is in Florida. ", "Walt Disney World is in Florida and Disneyland is in California." ] ]

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[ [ "Walt Disney World is in Florida and Disneyland is in California." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "A cabin crewmember here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The answer is: No, it is NOT allowed!", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "For various reasons, including: Security : We do not know what are you heating, is it a heat-activated bomb?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "is it something that might make a lot of smoke?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Health : We cannot contaminate the ovens, we know the source of the food that is provided by the airlines, we do not know the source of your food.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Same ovens are used to heat the pilots' meals as well, we can't afford to have one of them having food poisoning in the middle of the flight?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The same goes for the refrigerators also.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Cabin crew do help passengers when it comes to babies' milk and so by providing hot water to heat up the bottle or a bag full of ice to cool things like medicines, but we shall never use the aircraft equipment to heat/cool any other food that is not provided by the airline.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There's a policy in the airline I work for that prohibits even the crewmembers from using the ovens/refrigerators to heat/cool their own food that they bring from outside the aircraft.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Some might say that they had a different experience and the crew helped them, yes it could happen when a crewmember decides to violate the rules to help a passenger based on his/her judgment, but that's not something to expect on every flight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Factoids: there are various heating devices onboard airplanes, depending on the model and the airline, including Conventional ovens, steam ovens, microwave ovens, bun warmers, water heaters, steam wands, coffee makers, espresso machines, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Airlines and manufacturers have really taken these flying machines to the next level.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/10051/Nean Der Thal", "score": 104 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "They are unable to do so.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Most aircraft don't even have microwave ovens.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not least, because of potential effects on avionics and sensors, not to mention power surge issues.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What they use for hot meal service is elaborate ovens made to heat many meals at once, provided they are packaged a particular way from the food supplier.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The oven doesn't lend itself to general use for single meals.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is also hot water spigot service for tea, which is how they heat a baby bottle.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This might help with the ramen, but will get you nowhere with microwave fare such as burgers, pizza etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/55372/Harper - Reinstate Monica", "score": 21 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Cold food, such as a salad or cold sandwich, is likely to be easiest to bring on a plane.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Reheating something, e.g. a burger, is very unlikely.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, there is one way you can got hot food without asking the attendant for anything special.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Pick instant soup, oatmeal, or indeed ramen, that can be prepared by adding hot, not necessarily boiling, water and waiting a specified time.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "During hot drinks service, when they are serving coffee etc, ask for one or two cups of hot water and use that to reconstitute your food.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They serve tea as a cup of hot water and a tea bag, so the cart will have it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/19560/Patricia Shanahan", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "British Airways will heat up milk for babies for you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can certainly ask, but considering airlines are even reluctant to heat up the food they're serving to you, it would be a hard sell to ask them to heat up your personal food.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bring a salad or just wait until you land.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/112656/a.charlotte", "score": 16 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "A few planes didn't have warming stoves or on the off chance that they did, they were stuck loaded with the dinner embeds that should have been warmed for the feast to be served inflight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Which implies there was no capacity to do as such.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Likewise, if the flight is just so long, full with drink administration to do, at that point supper, at that point bar administration, at that point tidy up…", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ".there basically isn't time as the entire thing is completely organized and planned to fit impeccably inside time boundaries.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/112699/Bipreen kaur", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Reheating a passenger's food, such as a burger, is either not allowed or very unlikely.", "It is unlikely, if not impossible, that you will be able to do this." ] ]

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[ [ "This is not possible.", "You are unlikely to be able to do this." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "United allows cabin crew to sell \"upgrades\" to Economy Plus (not technically an upgrade, since Economy Plus is still the economy class, just with more legroom) from their handheld devices.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Source :", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If passengers want to upgrade to economy plus during boarding, for example, Bingochea can easily accommodate the request using a proprietary app on his handheld device called Link.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The devices they use take credit cards, same way they sell food and drinks.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm not sure whether they can do real upgrades to other cabin classes though.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13650/Zach Lipton", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The other day Lufthansa was selling Premium Economy upgrades after the door was closed.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The price was ridiculous, though, and no one went for it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/13971/Hilmar", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Edelweiss allows you to upgrade from Economy to Business after boarding the plane.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "At least for short-haul flights, subject to seat availability.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Payment can be done through credit card or debit card.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This even works, if catering does not allow for the +1 on the manifest, which it normally does.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't know if it would work on long-haul flights, since I never found myself in that situation.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Couldn't find the official confirmation on this.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But I've done it a couple of times for flights between ZRH and CTA, where buying P/Z/C/D tickets 2-3", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "hrs beforehand was not possible anymore.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Or if I wanted to upgrade a fellow traveler to fly with me.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In the past other airlines allowed me to pay a fixed fee on board to upgrade, but I haven't really flown with most of them in quite a while.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/20159/Moreaki", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Air France/KLM allows upgrades on board by speaking to a flight attendant: UPGRADE LAST MINUTE ON BOARD", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can even upgrade your cabin after boarding, subject to availability.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Eligible airlines: Air France and KLM marketed and operated flights Available payment methods: Miles or just cash", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How to request: on board", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/70877/jdouglas", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Scoot (Singapore Airlines' low-cost subsidiary) used to offer paid in-flight upgrades , but this was suspended in June 2020 due to the COVID pandemic.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "travel.stackexchange.com/users/1893/lambshaanxy", "score": 5 } } ]

[ [ "Upgrades are sometimes available after boarding on some airlines, either for economy seats with increased legroom or cabin upgrades. Examples include United, Lufthansa, Edelweiss, Air France/KLM, and Scoot. Some upgrade offerings may have been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.", "Some airlines only offer changes to premium economy services, though others allow you to upgrade when boarding or even after you've boarded." ] ]

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[ [ "Certain airlines offer changes to premium Economy services, though it is questionable whether these qualify as real upgrades.", "Numerous airlines offer upgrades upon and even after boarding." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Baking Soda and Lemon should be on the top of your list.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are different solutions to use based the situation.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I have found the following site useful for a more natural and safe way to clean food and stuff around the house, http://eartheasy.com/live_nontoxic_solutions.htm", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/22/Colby Guyer", "score": 14 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "In addition to Baking Soda and Lemon, as @Colby mentioned, I'd add that Vinegar will clean most everything; it is non-toxic and cheap.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I've found it to be very effective for getting rid of molds and musty smells.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you get Vinegar on your food, who cares, right?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You could still eat it, unless you don't like the taste.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/69/BryanH", "score": 13 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'm in the cleanliness is over-hyped in our culture camp, so I probably have a different outlook than you.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But, I wash surfaces mostly with just water and a cloth.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If there's grease to cut or I want to damage microorganisms, I'll wipe down with vinegar.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I don't even use baking soda for surfaces -- just for burned pans and such.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This mild sanitation protocol works well even in my kitchen which is deeply saturated with microorganisms due to years of various, constant fermentations.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/115/clweeks", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You'd be surprised how much you can achieve with a piece of cotton, clean water and much patience.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "While camping, we're cleaning all pots with water and a piece of grass or leaves.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It requires more time than using detergents and hot water, but it is possible.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Fats don't dissolve in water, so you can use a bit of alcohol for them.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Home-made , of course :)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/5/Danubian Sailor", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "If you want commercial products check out Good Guide , they rank products based on ingredient hazards and larger environmental impact.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They have an extremely large database and rank things from cleaners to food to makeup.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/4973/akb", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Various solutions may be used depending on the situation. Baking soda and lemon are at the top of the list, although vinegar or clean water and a cotton cloth are also recommended.", "It depends on the situation, but you could use items such as baking soda, lemon, vinegar, cotton and clean water." ] ]

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[ [ "Possible solutions will depend on the situation.", "Baking soda, lemon and vinegar are useful.", "Cotton and clean water can be helpful." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "A starter material isn't technically necessary, though a good amount of some sort of neutral, non-food based material (such as leaves, dirt, etc) will help to keep it from smelling like rotten food.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Otherwise, the natural flora and fauna will breakdown the foods over time, as long as a reasonable nitrogen ratio is maintained.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/56/Benjamin Brannon", "score": 18 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "A starter isn't a requirement, but it can certainly help.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A shovel from a long-standing site of decomposition will work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Manure works really well in a compost pile that includes food scraps, as it provides thermophillic bacteria that like the stuff we eat.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Include plenty of fine carbonaceous material such as sawdust, to maintain the carbon-nitrogen balance.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Build the compost pile big so it can get hot.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My compost hits 130 degF.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/27/Jay Bazuzi", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It's more important to worry about a good balance of materials (\"greens\" and \"browns\" so that you have about a 30:1 C:N ratio) than it is to worry about a starter colony.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "In terms of what to use: you can use existing compost, well-rotted animal manures, or healthy soil from your garden.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "All of these things will have the microbe families that you want in your compost pile.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/66/bstpierre", "score": 10 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "A dead mouse in the compost will attract the right kind of microbes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/47/Kristoffer Nolgren", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It's not essential, but it will speed up the process initially if you use a good mix.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Personally I don't bother, but I don't really mind when the compost comes and am happy to wait.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you could do with the compost sooner rather than later, then chuck a load of rich soil or existing composting material in there to get it started - they contain a lot of the necessary bacteria which should thrive on their new found food.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/52/berry120", "score": 6 } } ]

[ [ "A starter material isn't technically necessary, although it might help and speed up the process. A good amount of some sort of neutral, non-food based material (such as leaves, dirt, etc) will help to keep it from smelling like rotten food. It's more important to worry about a good balance of materials (\"greens\" and \"browns\") than it is to worry about a starter colony.", "A starter can help but is not essential. A balance of green and brown is very useful for composting." ] ]

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[ [ "A starter is not essential, though it is helpful.", "A balance of green and browns is more important than a starter." ] ]

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Carpet.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Works great upside down as weed barrier cloth.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Cut in widths to fit the aisles in your garden, use around trees.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Decorate with wood chips if you want.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/400/Sherwood Botsford", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You could try to pass on whatever you don't want to other people, free-of-charge, via the Freecycle Network .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The Wikipedia article provides an overview of that organization.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/450/Ciaran McHale", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Junk to useful: Plastic barrels: Take a vertical slice off of one side, leaving an opening about 16\" Adjust as needed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Good bad weather generator cover.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Would also make a good barbecue cover.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Plastic pails:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I scrounge them by the thousand, wash them", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "put 12 1\" holes in the sides as use them for nursery pots.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Carpet:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Lay upside down in the garden for mud free paths.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Roll up and store dry overwinter will double their life.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wood scraps:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We have a company in industrial centre that collects all the 2x4 and 2x6 off cuts from several truss companies, a millwork company, and three mobile home/camp unit makers.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They chip and shred them and sell it as horse bedding.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Pallets:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Lean against each other in pairs, and tie one edge with baling twine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Instant snow fence.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Assemble 9 as and extended E or 8 in a swastica", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and you have a 4 bin composter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Sawdust, wood chips.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Wood pellet heating.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/400/Sherwood Botsford", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "There's a growing market for reclaimed/salvaged building materials. Surplus materials can also be passed on through the Freecycle network. One way to avoid generating a lot of waste is to simply do the most important part of a remodelling project.", "There is a growing market for building materials, which can be recycled or re-used via Freecycle schemes. Waste can be minimised by limiting building projects to the essential." ] ]

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[ [ "There is a growing market for building materials, you can also Freecycle them. Materials such as drywall can be recycled.", "You can avoid generating waste by minimising building projects to the essential." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I would like to know if it is possible to recycle plastic at home by melting and molding.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Yes it is possible.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "One guy makes chairs out of melted plastic .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There are several guides on melting plastic that show up when you search google for it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This one, on ehow shows how to melt plastic in a toaster oven.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Basically, wash the bottles, cut 'em into small manageable chunks and pop them in a metal container and into the oven at 350F.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It should take a few minutes for the plastic to melt.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As for molding them, I found a few guides - Molding plastics at home", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "How to produce small plastic parts at home A list of molding projects on a crafts site But remember, melting plastics will produce fumes which can be harmful if inhaled.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Make sure to melt them in a well ventilated area.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And if you're doing it in a room, it would be nice to have an exhaust fan in there.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Also, check out this guide on what the different rating numbers on the bottom of plastic bottles mean, specifically, what kinds of plastic a number refers to and whether or not it is safe to melt that plastic.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/83/elssar", "score": 32 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "To contribute to the options offered by Elssar's answer, here is an interesting thing I read about just a few days ago: Filabot is a project of compact 3D printer that directly recycles plastic objects at home to create new shapes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It was launched for funding on the 19th of December 2011 on Kickstarter and tripled its goal by the 23rd of January 2012.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Here is the homepage of the project: http://filabot.com/", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They apparently shipped the devices to at least some of the project backers during 2013.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/80/stragu", "score": 17 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Even when melted/burned in a place with lots of ventilation, plastics can produce many toxic chemicals.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These are then breathed in or attach themselves to soil, where they can stay for years and years.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Therefore, I really wouldn't suggest trying to reuse plastics at home by melting or heating them, as the health implications can be really dangerous and damaging in the long run.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/680/Beth", "score": 11 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "It depends on the plastic you're using.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Plastics often come in the thermoplastic and thermosetting categories.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the plastic is a thermosetting plastic then it is not able to melted (Most, if not all thermosetting plastics burn rather than melt).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, a thermoplastic plastic can be melted and remoulded as much as you want (quality of plastic is likely to degrade after each phase melting and remoulding however).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1161/user1161", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Depending on the type of reshaping you are interested in, you can do basic crafts with the right kind of plastic by simply using a hairblower to heat them up and bending them into shape.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/4159/Jennifer Rae Pierce", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "This is possible but it depends on the plastics. There may be health implications to melting or heating plastics. Basic crafts can involve heating the right kind of plastic with a hairdryer and bending the plastic into shape.", "Much depends on the type of plastic and reshaping, though this may or may not be possible due to safety reasons." ] ]

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[ [ "It is possible to do this.", "This is not recommended for safety reasons.", "The feasibility depends on the type of plastic and reshaping." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Make up a batch of bone sauce and apply it to your tree trunks: The first pot is buried in moist soil leaving an inch or two above ground.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "The second, upper, pot if filled with bones and a screen goes between the two pots.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Clay seals the pots.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A small fire is burned on top of the pots for about two hours.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Then the wood is pulled away and the pots are covered with dirt.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Let the pots cool overnight.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Carefully clean all of the dirt off so that no dirt ends up in the bone sauce / salve.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Grow plants that deer don't like.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "They didn't touch my garlic last spring, but they ate everything else...", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it's rumored that planting garlic around trees might keep them away", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": ", I don't know how well this works if there's a lot of feeding pressure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Grow lots of plants that deer do", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "like as a distraction to keep them from the stuff you want for yourself.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Grow \"deer resistant\" plants.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Elderberries are supposed to tolerate being munched just about to the ground -- the roots will send up new canes.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Get a dog; you'll still need a fence to keep the dog contained, but the requirements for a dog-proof fence are easier to meet than the requirements for a deer-proof fence.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "See also questions where this has come up on gardening.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "SE:", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What is the best way to keep deer away?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What is the best way to prevent animals from eating my garden without a fence?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "What is the best way to keep deer away?", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I think the bottom line answer from that last question is this: You will also find suggestions to use bars of soap, human hair, dogs or getting a hunting licence.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "These will work for some deer, some of the time", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but if you want a solution for all of the deer, all of the time you need a fence.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm not suburban, but I have a lot of deer pressure, and the only thing that works for me is a fence (and it has to be a good fence).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(I haven't tried the bone sauce yet.)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/66/bstpierre", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Surely the most natural solution would be for the human population to reduce the deer population by eating them.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/514/David Schofield", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Nature's solution to an overpopulation problem would be predators or disease.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Introducing a wolf or two to the area would help cull the herd a little.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'm less comfortable with the suggestion of spreading a deer-soecific disease, as it has a much higher likelihood of losing control.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/136/Carmi", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Toby suggested planting some fast growing non-delicious species around the perimeter, perhaps crabapple.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "That way, the deer will stick to those instead of eating your food.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/29/thatmiddleway", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I put up an electric fence.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "The deer wire is about 3 foot off the ground.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I take a piece a tinfoil", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the size of my hand put a dab of peanut butter on it and fold it over, in half.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The deer are attracted to it, by smell, must touch it, get stung, then leave and never come back again.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I do not know why it works", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but it has for me for several years", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "and I see deer in my garden during the winter when the fence is down.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/2964/Mike Purnell", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Suggestions for keeping deer at bay include an electric fence, applying bone sauce to tree trunks, growing plants that deer don't like, such as crab apples) or \"der-resistant\" plants. Others suggest introducing predators, such as wolves, or eating the deer.", "Possible solutions include bone sauce, plants, population control measures and electric fences." ] ]

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[ [ "Applying bone sauce to trees and growing plants that deer don't like are effective solutions.", "Population control measures can be considered.", "A physical perimeter such as an electric fence could work." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "Generally this comes from having an excess of \"greens\" rather than \"browns\" in the bin, and potentially too much moisture also.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "When this has happened to me I generally put a generous amount of shredded newspaper / junk mail in, and try to let it dry out as much as possible - the fruit flies will then tend to up and leave.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "It's probably also worth noting that the flies aren't an inherent problem to the compost per-se, they're just rather unpleasant.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/52/berry120", "score": 9 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You can make a trap to catch the existing fruit flies with an empty jar, a small plastic sandwich or zip close baggie with square corners, a rubber band and some wine or beer.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Pour a small amount of beer in the bottom of the jar.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Snip off a tiny bit of the corner of the bag, making a small hole.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Push the corner of the bag a few inches down into jar, making a funnel shape, and pull the rest of the bag over edge of the jar.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Put a rubber band around the the rim of the jar sealing the edge of the bag.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The fruit flies crawl in through the funnel, then can't get back out.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I seen similar versions of a fruit fly trap where you punch small holes through the lid of the with a nail.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/333/MundaneStudies", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I will make this brief:Search for fruit fly lifespan.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "An associated article shows an experiment of the effects of sweeteners on fruit flies done by a 6th grader.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "He found that Truvia killed fruit flies.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So I tried Truvia in my worm bin and it works!", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "AND the worms are not harmed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You should try it and if it works for you, spread the word: No more fruit flies in worm bins.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Steven Goddard", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/2800/steven goddard", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The combination of 4 things worked for me: stop over-feeding and let the compost dry if too wet vacuum the flies", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "daily cover all the food scraps and put a layer of dry newspaper shred on top of the compost have a trap near the compost to catch some of the flies (yellow container with water + dish soap + sugar works for me, as yellow color and sugar attract flies and dish soap makes them drown)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This method instantly improves your compost situation, but it may take weeks to get rid of all the flies, as your compost probably has some eggs.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/6272/Pambi", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "You could use some food grade DE on your compost pile this will help dry it out and will most certainly kill all the fruit flies.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1443/Get rid of flies", "score": 2 } } ]

[ [ "Fruit flies can be controlled by adding a generous amount of shredded newspaper, stopping overfeeding the compost and letting it dry out as much as possible - the fruit flies will then tend to up and leave. Food grade DE will help to dry it out and remove fruit flies. Truvia also works. Fruit flies can also be trapped using a jar, a zip-close bag and some wine or beer.", "Using a jar trap, shredded paper, Truvia and letting your compost dry out can all address the problem." ] ]

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[ [ "Shredded paper, Truvia, letting the compost dry out are viable solutions.", "You can fashion a trap for fruit flies using an empty jar." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "A car or household lubricating oil, such as WD-40 or 3-in-One oil (both are brand names in the UK) will dissolve the label glue.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Put one or two drops on the glue residue and rub with, say, a paper towel for a few seconds, and the glue should start to come off.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I haven't tried using vegetable oils, so I don't know if any of those will work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/450/Ciaran McHale", "score": 6 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I just realized that direct heating with a flame does a pretty good job.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Boiling water wasn't enough, but heating with a flame seems to do the trick.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "After heating, wiping with a rag takes the glue off.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There is still the smallest amount of residue left after the flame-and-wipe.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I'll give @Claran's oil suggestion a try and compare the results.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/28/Laizer", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I soak in water and use a steel sponge.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Might be interesting for those who don't want to play with fire.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/96/mart", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The best solvent I have ever found for stubborn materials is (surprisingly) \"NZ tea tree oil\" .", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "It also does not seem to harm most surfaces - a paradox.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's not known to be especially poisonous - it is sold as a health product.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The genuineness of the health claims made for it are unknown to me, but it seems close to the ideal solvent to have on hand.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Many sellers here - be sure it is from NZ tea tree (really).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It's never cheap, but as a solvent a tiny amount is enough for most purposes, when all else fails.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "And, the result smells good :-).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One seller here as an example - good website name :-} ie http://teatreeoil.co.nz/ .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is not the same as Australian tea-tree oil, which is derived from a quite different plant and is nowhere near as good as a solvent - sadly so as it is much cheaper. .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Eucalyptus oil is extremely good.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Similar overall to NZ tea-tree oil.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not as good as a solvent but better than most.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Inhale fumes for blocked chest.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Put a drop on a spoon of sugar for internal use.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "May or may not work", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "BUT those were among my (long ago) childhood remedies.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Ethyl alcohol, or meths (in NZ it no longer contains added Methyl alcohol despite the name).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Not as good as above but often useful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Safe enough in small quantities (do not drive and label dissolve :-) ).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Acetone often does well.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Likes dissolving some plastics.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Methanol (wood alcohol) is often effective.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Nasty stuff and very poisonous - but the drop or so usually needed as a solvent should be easy to use safely.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Carbon tetrachloride was the mainstay of drycleaners for many years.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "A carinogen, absorbed through the skin and a liver poison.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Charming.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Still has its place if used sparingly in small volumes with great care.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Methyl Chloride !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Nasty poisonous stuff.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Dissolves some things really well.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Will chew apart set epoxy (with violent cracking).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Has its place.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Use with extreme care.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/318/Russell McMahon", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Toothpaste works reasonably well with a little elbow grease and an mildly abrasive pad.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1209/F. Wingenroth", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Mayonaise works on most solvents -- any oil emulsion works.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 2 ] ] }, { "text": "Put on and let soak.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For the 10% or so of stuborn labels I find that mineral spirits or diesel fuel work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/400/Sherwood Botsford", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Methanol and acetone can remove glue. Toothpaste, mayonnaise, WD-40 or 3-in-One also work. Heating with a flame or soaking in water and using a steel sponge are also recommended. Tea tree oil or eucalyptus oils are natural alternatives.", "Solutions include methanol, acetone, heat, steel sponges, toothpaste, oil-based emulsions and lubricating oils." ] ]

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[ [ "Methanol and acetone can work.", "Direct flame heat can work, as can a steel sponge soaked in water.", "Toothpaste, mayonnaise, household oils, tree oils and emulsions work well." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "I was curious about which trees absorb the most CO2 and Googled for this a while back.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I found that there are several websites that list trees that are good in absorbing carbon, e.g. this website and this website .", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Both sites list trees like: Pine (Ponderosa, red, white and Hispaniolan pines)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Oake (Scarlet, Red and Virginia Live Oak)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Douglas fir", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bald Cypress Common Horse-chestnut", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Black Walnut London Plane American Sweetgum", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "However, there is one site 1 2 that has an entirely different list: Trembesi a.k.a rain tree (Samanea saman) Bamboo (Bambuseae) Cassia (Cassia sp)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Cananga/Kenanga (Canangium odoratum) Pingku (Dysoxylum excelsum) Banyan/Beringin (Ficus benyamina) Krey Payung (Fellicium decipiens) Matoa (Pometia pinnata)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Mahogany (Swettiana mahagoni)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Saga (Adenanthera pavonina)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "As also mentioned by theUg and Blue_hat in their comments below, the first list probably applies to temperate climates, and the second one to tropical climates.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that for good sustainability you will have to consider more things than simply the amount of CO2 a tree can absorb.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "First of all not all trees grow in all places.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The tree you have in mind should be appropriate for the region and climate.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you have to water it, add fertilizer regularly or package it during cold winters to survive, etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "then it will be less sustainable.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the factory does indeed exhaust poisonous(?) gases as you said, then trees may not grow at all near it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Second, think about what will you do with the trees once they are mature.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you harvest them and plant new trees then you can capture more CO2.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "But if let the tree fall down and rot or if you burn wood from harvested trees, then the captured CO2 will be released again.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "1 update", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Jan 2015: sadly the link has died, but I found the same list in this forum post along with some statistics on how much CO2 the trees take up 2 update Aug 2017: the linked article can be viewed in", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "this capture dated 27 Jun 2012 on Internet Archive Wayback Machine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/99/THelper", "score": 28 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Basic chemistry here.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Plants consume carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They then polymerize the glucose to create cellulose.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "In general, the amount of biomass that a tree produces is dependent on its net carbon uptake.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If all you are trying to do is ensure that you take some CO2 out of the air, you want to plant fast-growing trees, ideally which are harder than softer.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Edit: one more thing to keep in mind: particulates.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "One of the best things that trees are good at is removing particulates from the air, particularly if you have frequent rain.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The particulates stick to the leaves and are washed off by rain.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "This is actually a function of the leaves since it means that trees get to catch floating sources of nutrients (for example, animals grinding dung into dust that then ends up in the wind).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So one of your most effective reasons to plant around factories is to reduce particulate pollution.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/130/Chris Travers", "score": 19 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Trees absorb carbon dioxide to grow and build biomass.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If you want to absorb much CO 2 you need a tree that grows fast at your local conditions - consult with your gardener about that.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that this will not solve problems with other pollutants, and will only put a rather symbolic dent into wordwide CO 2 emissions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/96/mart", "score": 8 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "The factory will pollute much more than can be undone by planting trees (up to a reasonable number).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Any approach that reduces the pollution of the factory will be more effective than planting trees as counter-measure.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It is true, however, that, say, a forest around the factory would help clean the air and absorb much of the pollution, so that planting trees is always a good idea, of course.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/85/Earthliŋ", "score": 5 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Plant bamboo.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Its also an excellent biofuel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Pines and evergreens collect pollutants on their leaves/spines/firs but are unable to drop them and assist in decomposition.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "this is why the bottom of a pine forest is always devoid of other plants.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bamboo is an excellent \"growth\" plant in terms of CO2 absorption as well as allowing pollutants to biodegrade within the lower level detritus.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1713/Simon", "score": 4 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Well, I know the question is more about outdoor plants (Trees)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "but I found a Wiki page on NASA's study about Indoor plants, which help remove toxic agents like benzene, ammonia etc.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "from air.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "NASA Clean Air Study has the details.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1828/NP3", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Gingko Biloba has high pollution tolerance!", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "(speaking from a biology perspective, it's also my favorite)", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1029/Sarah", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Short and sweet answer is Bamboo and plants from that family.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "You can also reuse them as sustainable fuel.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Avoid the conifer and pines as they kill everything that lives beneath them due to toxified leaf (in their case needle) litter.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/1552/user1552", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I'm a gardener who is always interested in these topics.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I discovered Birch trees absorb a lot more pollution than most other trees but tend to prefer cooler climates.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They will grow in the south of England but with a shorter life expectancy.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "If the soil is acidic and the summer is cool enough they should multiply on their own.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "To absorb street pollution from roads small trees would be more effective as the leaves do all the work.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "For a factory the planting needs to be diverse and well placed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/2830/Beenie", "score": 1 } } ]

[ [ "Fast-growing trees remove the most CO2, preferably harder varieties rather than soft.", "You should plant trees that grow quickly for maximum CO2 absorption." ] ]

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[ [ "You should plant trees that grow quickly for maximum CO2 absorption." ] ]

[ { "sents": [ { "text": "My father's goats love pine, not just the needles but the young and flexible twigs too.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "So much so that most of the pinetrees in the feeding area lost the branches under 1,5 meters or so.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They never had a miscarriage, but had a lot of false pregnancies.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I do not know if those have anything to do with pine.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/894/András", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have been told that pine is a natural de-wormer for goats.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "I always give mine a few descent size branches when they show signs of worms.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "They usually will try their hardest to get to the branches even when they have plenty to forage on.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Never had any issues and the worm problem is usually eliminated.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/5762/Joe Ramunni", "score": 3 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "There is quite a lot of info on the web in general, from this big list of poisonous and ok plants (repeated in various places with no source or attribution - pine is on the ok side).", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 0 ] ] }, { "text": "A more definitive answer comes from this summary of two research papers containing this excerpt: No abortions occurred, however, toxicity was observed in the 3 treated groups.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "The pine tips were most toxic, the bark less toxic and the needles least toxic.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Clinical signs of toxicity included muscular weakness, trembling, unusual stance, rumen stasis, bloating, opisthotunus, depression, loss of appetite, and death.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Necropsy revealed no significant gross lesions.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Pine needles, tips, or bark do not cause abortions in goats but are potentially toxic…\"", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My experience is that goats will eat pine trees if given the opportunity, so it's probably wise to keep pregnant ones away from the trees.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "But they do generally seem to prefer grass and trees with bigger leaves.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "My experience of goats eating young trees (including pines) suggests that that should apply to any tree you don't want the goats to eat.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Note that goats are climbers, and will eat much more of the tree than you would expect, if they can get access.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/659/Móż", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Some pines can act as abortifacients and possibly cause renal damage because they contain isocupressic acid.", "label": [ 1 ], "label_summ": [ 1 ], "cluster_id": [ [ 1 ] ] }, { "text": "Ponderosa pine is the one I know of, because we have some near our goat pasture and have to keep them fenced out of it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I have heard that juniper and a few other conifers might have this problem too.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "On the other hand, our goats love douglas fir needles and young bark, and have eaten it regularly for 9 years with no miscarriages.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/5274/Peter Bergin", "score": 2 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "Well, it seems a little is ok.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I think we have over done it with out goats, given them too much too quickly.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Seems to be a problem with gut bacteria and not having time to adjust to the new feed.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "We had 2 huge pines cut down in the yard and have been chucking branches into the goat pen all week, so they don't have much choice.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bad move -", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "our one doe couldn't get up last night and is very week and bloated, all the others look ok, but seem like they have slight signs of bloat and weekness.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "There was a study that someone referred to in a post about this very issue, it suggested that the tips are the more toxic part, and if they have too much", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "it's a problem.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Bottom line: I think if you have decent pasture they will eat a bit of everything.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Don't feed them pine exclusively.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/3619/Ruth Coates", "score": 1 } }, { "sents": [ { "text": "I have a goat that's been sick for years and", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "the pasture she's in is in the middle of a pine forest (bull pine to be exact).", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "Whenever she's out and about she always takes a nibble on some pine trees and it's impossible to get her away until she is satisfied.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I found a way to use this to my advantage and even out the harmful with the helpful.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "I take molasses and glaze some over the pine trees, to single out the trees they like, and then I put about half a cup of loose minerals over it.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] }, { "text": "It encourages them to eat their minerals and to lessen the amount of pine they eat.", "label": [ 0 ], "label_summ": [ 0 ], "cluster_id": [ [ -1 ] ] } ], "answer_details": { "author": "sustainability.stackexchange.com/users/5401/cliff", "score": 0 } } ]

[ [ "Some say that pine is a natural de-wormer for goats and pine is generally considered to be not particularly poisonous to goats. However, some pines can act as abortifacients and possibly cause renal damage because they contain isocupressic acid. ", "Pine can be a natural de-wormer and is generally OK for goats, though some are abortifacients and may cause renal damage." ] ]

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[ [ "Pine appears to be OK for goats and is a natural de-wormer.", "Some pines are abortifacients and can cause renal damage." ] ]