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post Feb 6 2006, 11:01 PM, updated 15y ago

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Since this is a Travel & Living Subforum I don think it is appropriate not to a have a thread on this. And to start, here is some of mine(some are invented myself, some read from here and there and some are given by ppl)
  1. Bring enough clothing. Always bring extras just in case.
  2. Jeans can be worn for more than a day.
  3. Always bring a set of clothing in your hand carried luggage in case your checked in luggage were missing/stolen or some other mishap happen(touchwood tochwood)
  4. Use a waist strapped travel pouch(not the ahbeng VCD peddler type but those that can be hidden behind your clothing and thin. ) to store your money, credit cards etc.
  5. Never keep all your money in one place(ie; wallet). Put them seperately in your other pockets or inside your shoes.
  6. Get comfortable shoes(for me I prefer sandals as I like my feet to be free)
  7. Hotel hair dryer have more usage other than for drying your hair.(I just found this out recently)Earlier I said that jeans can be worn for several days right?but then sometimes it gets a little moist and cold on the inside and it could be very uncomfortable. So use the hair dryer to "shoot" some hot air into ur jeans before putting them on. Same goes for shoes and socks. When it is a little humid on the inside, use the hair dryer.
  8. If some heavy shopping are planned, bring an extra luggage. Put all your clothes into the smaller one and put that luggage into the bigger bag.
  9. When buying pottery/plates/bowls/cups, it is not necessary to use newspaper to wrap them. Ur Used clothing will do. IMHO it is safer this way. You could even stuff your undies inside the bowl/glass to save space.
  10. Unless you are freaking rich and your trip are fully sponsored, do not eat the stuff from your hotel room's minibar or fridge unless it is stated FOC. It costs a bomb. One trick I learnt from my uncle is that after you eat/drink those stuff and wanna avoid paying extra, go get the exact thing from the nearest supermarket/7-11 to replace them.
  11. when travelling to rural/undeveloped/dirty area, dont order teh-o-peng or kopi-o. Insists on untampered can drinks or bottled mineral water to avoid infectous diseases. . This only applies if that place is really that dirty.
  12. Never leave your luggage unlocked in your hotel room.
  13. Before going for holiday, do some research on that place first. Internet or experiences from others. Read up on their cultures to avoid cukture shock later on.
  14. If going for holiday in a group, make sure it is well planned. eg; where to go and when to go. This is to avoid arguements and confusions later on and thus, wasting valueble time.
  15. Brochures and maps available in hotels and airports are there for a reason. Since it is free, why dont just grab a few(dont finish everything though. Thats a very bad habit). It will be helpful especially those maps. It could also be a very good momento
This is all I've got. gonna post somemore if I have. So whats your tips guys?

from u guys
[shark]
  • Always bring one or two locks - dont forget to seal the brand of the locks.


  • Bargain whenever u can, alot of tours or hostels give concession prices to backpackers or students.
  • Photocopy (or scan and print) ur IDs like passport, IC, insurance blabla. And leave that copy to someone else.
  • Leave emergency contact in ur pocket or wallet.
  • Let someone know ur plan (travel itinerary). Leave a copy to someone at home maybe
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[koochy_rat]
  • Bring washing detergent so you can wash some clothes in the hotel sink.
  • Not all hotels have tea/coffee making facilities, so bring a portable heating element to make your maggi mee or boil water for drinking.
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[Singh_Kalan]
  • u need to carry ur passport all the time in a foreign country. Failure to do so will make u end up in jail.
  • If u travel for a long period of time and carry a large amount of cash, it's better to convert it to traveller's cheque and carry a small amount of cash only.
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[mr lappy]
  • 1 tip, have a strong stomach... dont touch anything that will potentially upset your stomach(if u have a crappy stomach tongue.gif)
  • if u have regular medication that u must take, MAKE SURE u bring it along, coz control of drugs are strict in some country and u cant just get them in pharmacy(need priscription and stuff) and this could ruin your entire trip.
  • and build up your stamina for walking as well. travelling involves lots of walking if u want to see more stuff. as for others, i think its been mentioned the wallet and stuff.
  • ID=very important. loose it and u will be in a world of trouble....
  • and another thing when travelling to a foreign place, be alert and aware of your surroundings and try not to look lost(as in that u dont belong in that place/be calm at all times) this is to prevent 'unwanted' ppl from turning their attention to you.
  • and have a creditcard with a high limit(if u from m`sia) coz of xchange rates.. just incase...
  • its also good to keep some major currency as well... USD/EURO/sterlings... easier to change if u ever need it
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[elb]
  • I can't believe it that no one hasn't mentioned bringing along a camera yet.
  • Or a guidebook. Lonely Planet / Rough Guides help a lot.
  • Low cost airlines are not usually recommended when you are going as a tourist. Based on my experiences.
  • Better to overbudget than to underbudget.
  • Do not hesitate to spend money. Seriously. You might never ever return to that place ever again in your life (by choice or otherwise). Within reason of course.
  • Try out the local cuisine! Even if it means spending more money than you had originally planned. Tell the staff that you want the local menu, not the tourist menu. Eating pot noodles/ bread three times a day is just sad. So is eating Chinese food in Italy (thanks to number 7). Refer to number 5.
  • Go on your own/ with friends. Tour guides cater for all and sundry and are inflexible. Tours are more suitable when you are older and are travelling with young children/ elderly folk.
  • Need to check how money you have left? Do it in the toilet. Doing so in the open invites all kinds of trouble.
  • DO NOT FFK ONCE PLANS HAVE BEEN FINALISED AND BOOKINGS MADE. Losing interest because 'it was too expensive' eventhough the final price was agreeable with the initial budget reflects badly on you and might end up screwing your friendships.
  • LEARN HOW TO TIP. Not every country has a service charge!!!
  • , is . in most of continental Europe. If something costs EUR10,00 it means TEN Euroes not one thousand!
  • Check for visa requirements! ensure that EVERYONE in your group (easily forgotten when you're travelling with friends from several countries) makes the necessary arrangements and provide for enough time for delivery of the visa! We had the unpleasant experience of planning for a trip when we realised that we needed visas, and with only two weeks to go before the planned date we had to start over.
  • Hostels are great for meeting new friends! Although some females prefer their privacy, so maybe you might want to rent a room instead for the 4/ 6 of you.
  • A student card comes in very handy while sightseeing. get an ISIC card; many places also accept your college/ university card
  • Booking online can lead to great savings. Not only can you compare hotels/ hostels, you are also able to get discounts on transportation. Note again that I do not recommend low cost air carriers if you are travelling as a tourist.
  • Pay more for more centrally located accommodation. Not only is it safer, but you save precious time commuting and reduce the risks of getting lost (really undesirable in dodgy areas). Money buys precious time when you travel.
  • Do not travel in a tour group if you can help it. You will not have the time available to wander off in search of a good photograph.
  • Bring along a light tripod (usually around 1.4kg for carbon fibre), or a light monopod. Make sure that it still can take the weight of your setup! Note that you might be able to use it everywhere.
  • Minimize your kit if possible. Two zoom lenses should be sufficient, once covering wide angles and the other for telephotos.
  • Going digital will help you save a lot in terms of space i.e. no need to bring various films around, no need to worry about x-ray radiation etc.
  • Bring along ample memory! This is especially if you choose to shoot RAW. If you shoot JPEGs you do not need to worry as much because they take up less space compared with RAW and you can always find photography stores who are able to burn your pictures onto a CD for you, freeing up memory.
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[Xue]
  • One of the worst attitud is converting prices to ringit Malaysia, and ending up eating bread or junk food, or some awful chinese restaurants' fried rice in Euope/USA.
  • Walking on the street like the local people, eat the local cuisine that their people eat daily and dont try to save this type of money. Of course I dont mean spending a lot to eat in a high class restaurant.
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[Kyliemin]
Some of you might think that looking like a foreigner is cool, but in some country is not. This is because you could be a victim of a crime.

How not to look like a foreigner:
1) Observe the culture. If the culture is t-shirt and jeans, follow it. If the culture is pants and shirts, do as they do.
2) Do not wear "I LOVE MALAYSIA" or "I LOVE NY" shirts. It is wayy too obvious.
3) Do not hang your camera in front of you
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[greyshadow]
How to pack you clothing more efficiently:
Don't fold, but ROLL...
Yes, you heard me right, ROLL your clothing as tight as possible like a swiss roll.
Then you'll have many tightly rolled "swiss roll", then you can start to stuff those "swiss rolls" into your bag.

Why roll and not fold?
Fold will gives you ugly fold mark, wrinkle and etc... also tends to eat up more space in your luggage/bag. Not so space efficient.
If you roll properly... you won't get any ugly fold mark/wrinkles. Also save more space.

Another tip is try to bring a formal wear... at least a long sleeve shirt w/ black slack, or a dress for gal. No batik shirt as batik is only acceptable as formal in this region. Some venue might have certain dress code before allowing you to go in.

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QUOTE(Sonyaa @ Nov 6 2012, 12:23 PM)
What do you do in the case you lose your passport?   icon_question.gif

I still get goose bumps  ohmy.gif every time I fumble through my hand bag nearing to the immigration counter; the first thought that comes to mind...“Have I lost my passport?”
Whether you are a student travelling alone or an elderly couple going off on a global trekking after getting rid of your kids, it is good to know what to do in case of a lost passport.

1. The rule of the thumb is ‘Act Fast!’
2. Report to the local police station if you are within the country or the nearest local embassy if you are out of the country.
3. Go on line to the embassy website and follow instructions for a stolen or lost passport.  Fill in the details of your last passport on line and submit.

It is a great idea to carry photocopies of your passport and distribute them in all the luggage pieces (old fashion??maybe, but surely helpful).  A photocopy is helpful to quickly file in the details of your lost passport.  Try to carry another proof of your identity with you such as an identity card of your state or country or your birth certificate.  It just helps the authorities to process the information faster (you know reduce the impact of red tape).  Embassies do issue a temporary passport or a certificate of travel before a new passport is issued.
Check with your travel agency if your policy covers the cost of lost passport, as some of them do.  Finally, DO NOT panic!  whistling.gif  Keep calm and deal directly with authorities and not any individuals.  Lost passports are a common complaint for embassies and they do deal with them on a priority basis.


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QUOTE(Sonyaa @ Nov 20 2012, 10:37 AM)

How to prepare for a long holiday

The other day I had a surprise call from a distant cousin who had come to these parts of the world on a holiday.  My jaw dropped  when he said he was on a six month holiday around the world with his wife and two kids! 

Even in these fast paced times there are people like my cousin who take leisure holidays and don’t seem to regret it one bit.  So, how to go about planning such a holiday?

1. Firstly of course, you have to decide on the route of your holiday and do enough research on the cities, lodging, eateries and sight seeing costs.
2. Once that is done and passports are ready, get a comprehensive health check up and a medical insurance that would cover you overseas too.  Don’t neglect children, as unforeseen accidents can occur.  hmm.gif
3. If the kids are in school, inform the teachers and find out the necessary procedure to keep their admission intact till they go back to school.
4. The house is the biggest headache of them all.  All utility costs such as electricity, gas, water bills have to be paid for or appropriate arrangements should be made. Also arrange for someone to pick your regular mails from the mail box. Consider purchasing travel insurance as some even cover burglaries while you are on your holiday.
5. Disconnect all electric outlets including switching off the modem for computers. 
6. Do leave a set of keys with a trusted friend or family member in case of emergency. 
7. Arrangements for pets and garden maintenance have to be made.  An unkempt front yard is the most obvious indication of an empty house!
8.  Leave your contact number, email or any other means of communication with friends.  Do call every once in a while to let them know of your whereabouts.
9. Packing is probably the most important part of your long travel.  Do get to know the weather and pack appropriate clothes and medicines.  A First aid kit with anti diarrhoea medicine is a must.  Ill health can ruin a holiday completely.
10. Although I am writing this as a last point, it should be one of the first things to finish – informing friends and saying good bye.  Very often, you sit in the aircraft and wonder if you have informed every one.  It is a time taking procedure and best done at the beginning while spreading out over a few days.
Once all the important issues have been done dealt with, you can enjoy your holiday in peace without having to worry about home base.


Added on December 20, 2012, 12:44 pmHow to spend time in the airport between connecting flights

Waiting in the airport for your next connecting flight can be one of the most boring experiences!  I am sure many of us have had to go through this at least once in our lifetime. 

There are quite a few things we can do in the airports that could be beneficial to us and help in killing time.

1.  The most important thing according to me would be to take a stroll around.  If you have had a long flight or about to board a long flight, a good stroll around the airport should give a boost to your circulation.
2. Don’t hesitate to look around the duty free shops without any pressure to buy the products.  The shop owners here do realize that people just come in for curiosity or to kill time!
3. If the wait is for ten hours or more, many take the advantage of sightseeing within the city.  Of course, you will have to find the visa requirements for such an outing.  Some airports have city coaches that take you around the city and bring you back to the airport within a specified time.
4. Remember to adjust your time to the local time so as not to confuse with flight departures and boarding time. 
5. If you are not happy going out of the airport, then catch up on your computer work.  If there is good internet access, catch up on your email. 
6. You could do some simple exercises that are not obvious such as eye exercise, breathing techniques, stretches, stomach exercises such as sucking in and expelling etc.
7. Some airports have massage chairs or feet massaging machines that are worth a try.  It will help you to feel fresh and relaxed.
8. There are also salons that offer manicure, pedicure and facials. 
9. Computer games, puzzles, Sudoku are all time favorites with travelers.
10. If you wish to have a snack, take your time looking around the restaurants.  Check out the menus and prices.  Remember most airports have water fountains.
11. There are plenty of book stores that have a wide variety of books and magazines.  Browse through these stores to find a magazine of your interest. 
12. Finally, do listen attentively to the announcements.  If you have to check in again, give yourself enough time to check in.   cool.gif
The trick in such a situation is to keep yourself occupied and to avoid frustration.  Some travelers have the art of striking conversation with fellow passengers.  This cannot be recommended for everyone!  Whatever it is, remember a happy traveler is one who is smart and can keep himself/herself occupied!
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QUOTE(Sonyaa @ Nov 6 2012, 12:27 PM)
What do you do in case you lose your luggage?

Imagine going on a much anticipated holiday and finding your luggage missing at the airport!  shocking.gif This really happened to my friends recently, who had no clue as to what to do next…

Losing baggage is a reality that could happen to anyone.  We really can’t ‘keep an eye’ on it through the transit.  Can we?  However if it does happen to you, here are a few things you should keep in mind.

1. Go straight to the baggage services counter and report your lost baggage.
2. Show the baggage tag card (which would have been issued along with your ticket) with bar coding which is proof of your checked in baggage.
3. Fill in the appropriate forms and do leave your contact number. 

Since the loss is yours, do not just report and wait for the authorities to spring into action (not sure how long this may take!!).  Baggage loss requires a proactive involvement of the passenger…Yup  don’t hesitate to call frequently to inquire the status or if you wish to give some extra details of the luggage that you haven’t given before… the more you push, the better it is guys!

Finally check with your travel insurance if they help in tracing or if you can be reimbursed for your lost baggage.  Remember though, that reimbursement is usually limited.  Lastly, just think how your grandparents travelled.  Bold labels with addresses (as ugly as they may seem  thumbup.gif  ), bright tags for easy identification!  You might cringe at the thought of being seen with such suitcases but the bright side is that no one can pick it up by mistake!


Added on November 20, 2012, 10:42 amWhat should you do if you miss your flight?


Last month my friend’s husband who is a frequent flier missed his flight to US.  That set me thinking.  It could happen to anyone…

As I asked my friend about what happened next she told me that he got a free booking for the next flight! It is good to know how much airlines can help you in such situations.  nod.gif

1. If it is an airlines’ technical problem, then you are automatically booked in the next available flight.
2. Depending on the airlines and the type of ticket, even if the delay is due to the passenger’s fault, he or she is booked in the next available flight without a fee.  However many low cost airlines cannot do this.
3. Sometimes the passenger is booked in the next available flight for a fee. 
4. At other times they see the difference in cost of ticket between the two flights and just ask you to pay up the difference.  This can be a quite a big amount. 

All airlines do not have the same policy for ‘missed flight’ situations. 

The trick is to push your luck by persuading them or talking to your travel agent.


Added on November 28, 2012, 11:38 amWhat are the precautions to take when travelling with Children


Haven’t you ever seen little kids boarding a flight and cringed at the thought of possible wailing sessions?  Although I manage to fake a bright smile at them, inwardly I am already groaning, ‘there goes my peace of mind!’

I agree it is difficult to keep kids occupied all through the journey but it is certainly possible to avoid long wailing sessions by following some simple precautions.  rolleyes.gif

1. The most obvious rule is to carry food, diapers, medicines (if any) and extra clothing in hand baggage.  (Don’t count on airlines to provide you diapers!)
2. For infants, a carrier that can be hung around the body is advisable.
3. For toddlers a restraint (Which looks a bit like a leash) that keeps them close to you without being able to wander away (while you are busy at the booking counter) is very helpful.  It really gives you the security of having your kid close to you while you need to be busy doing something else.
4. Keep the child on the window side inside the aircraft which will prevent them from walking down the aisle, possibly hurting themselves.
5. Carry some board games including a laptop and let them play so as to keep them occupied.
6. Do not feed them too many sweets as they can get hyper and cranky. I have actually seen this and believe me it is true!
7. Accompany them to the toilet as they can lock themselves in.
If children are travelling with parents then taking turns to nap and relax is a good idea as one can always ‘keep any eye’ on them and prevent mishaps.  These simple rules should give you fewer worry lines on your face and a heave of relief from your co passengers. 

Happy Journey!
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post Feb 7 2006, 09:28 AM

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Bring washing detergent so you can wash some clothes in the hotel sink.

If not, then clothes can be worn for more than a day smile.gif

Not all hotels have tea/coffee making facilities, so bring a portable heating element to make your maggi mee or boil water for drinking.
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QUOTE(koochy_rat @ Feb 7 2006, 09:28 AM)
Bring washing detergent so you can wash some clothes in the hotel sink.

If not, then clothes can be worn for more than a day smile.gif

Not all hotels have tea/coffee making facilities, so bring a portable heating element to make your maggi mee or boil water for drinking.
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Bring a fridge too coz not most hotel got. U know after a tiring walk u need some cool drink laugh.gif Come on ler...detergent can be bought anywhere around the world for less than 5 bucks. What for carry around in your luggage?? huh.gif
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Hmm...I suggest this be pinned up, since it is a good read to anyone visiting this part of the forums.. smile.gif
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How about passport? Its not recommended to leave in Hotels is it? But what if you bring it out, and it gets stolen/drops out? Would it be safe to keep it with Hotel Reception or what?

After all, waist pouches are kinda out of fashion (to me anyways..) smile.gif
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post Feb 7 2006, 12:26 PM

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QUOTE(wlcling @ Feb 7 2006, 12:23 PM)
How about passport? Its not recommended to leave in Hotels is it? But what if you bring it out, and it gets stolen/drops out? Would it be safe to keep it with Hotel Reception or what?

After all, waist pouches are kinda out of fashion (to me anyways..) smile.gif
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What i meant when i said waist pouch are those used for travel purposes which is invisible and hidden behind your shirt/pants. Whos gonna wear the ahbeng VCD peddler type and walk around anyway.

Leaving it with the hotel reception is acceptable provided they are trustworthy. But in foreign country it is always better to bring them with you right?(again, in your invisible waist pouch)
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QUOTE(epsilon_chinwk86 @ Feb 7 2006, 12:26 PM)
Whos gonna wear the ahbeng VCD peddler type and walk around anyway.
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Hmm.. my dad? wink.gif
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QUOTE(wlcling @ Feb 7 2006, 12:23 PM)
How about passport? Its not recommended to leave in Hotels is it? But what if you bring it out, and it gets stolen/drops out? Would it be safe to keep it with Hotel Reception or what?

After all, waist pouches are kinda out of fashion (to me anyways..) smile.gif
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u need to carry ur passport all the time in a foreign country. Failure to do so will make u end up in jail. laugh.gif
Tips: If u travel for a long period of time and carry a large amount of cash, it's better to convert it to traveller's cheque and carry a small amount of cash only.
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QUOTE(Singh_Kalan @ Feb 7 2006, 10:55 AM)
Bring a fridge too coz not most hotel got. U know after a tiring walk u need some cool drink  laugh.gif  Come on ler...detergent can be bought anywhere around the world for less than 5 bucks.  What for carry around in your luggage??  huh.gif
Well, i've been in such situations where those things would have come in handy. I didn't say bring the whole 1kg bag of detergent lar tongue.gif Just a bit will do. Remember that not all hotels are nicely located in the city where you can easily get provisions.. the nearest shop can be miles away. And have you ever paid RM40 for a 1.5l bottle of mineral water?
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QUOTE(koochy_rat @ Feb 7 2006, 02:11 PM)
Well, i've been in such situations where those things would have come in handy. I didn't say bring the whole 1kg bag of detergent lar tongue.gif Just a bit will do. Remember that not all hotels are nicely located in the city where you can easily get provisions.. the nearest shop can be miles away. And have you ever paid RM40 for a 1.5l bottle of mineral water?
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40 bucks for mineral water still never. But 60 bucks for a jug of beer got la. Juz recently. sweat.gif
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QUOTE(koochy_rat @ Feb 7 2006, 02:11 PM)
Well, i've been in such situations where those things would have come in handy. I didn't say bring the whole 1kg bag of detergent lar tongue.gif Just a bit will do. Remember that not all hotels are nicely located in the city where you can easily get provisions.. the nearest shop can be miles away. And have you ever paid RM40 for a 1.5l bottle of mineral water?
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yes and probably more...

have u ever paid RM130++ for a snack? tongue.gif

1 tip, have a strong stomach... dont touch anything that will potentially upset your stomach(if u have a crappy stomach tongue.gif)

if u have regular medication that u must take, MAKE SURE u bring it along, coz control of drugs are strict in some country and u cant just get them in pharmacy(need priscription and stuff) and this could ruin your entire trip.

and build up your stamina for walking as well. travelling involves lots of walking if u want to see more stuff. as for others, i think its been mentioned the wallet and stuff.

ID=very important. loose it and u will be in a world of trouble....

and another thing when travelling to a foreign place, be alert and aware of your surroundings and try not to look lost(as in that u dont belong in that place/be calm at all times) this is to prevent 'unwanted' ppl from turning their attention to you.

and have a creditcard with a high limit(if u from m`sia) coz of xchange rates.. just incase...

its also good to keep some major currency as well... USD/EURO/sterlings... easier to change if u ever need it

This post has been edited by mr lappy: Feb 8 2006, 01:13 AM
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QUOTE(Singh_Kalan @ Feb 7 2006, 12:59 PM)
u need to carry ur passport all the time in a foreign country. Failure to do so will make u end up in jail. laugh.gif
Tips: If u travel for a long period of time and carry a large amount of cash, it's better to convert it to traveller's cheque and carry a small amount of cash only.
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nowadays traveller's cheques might be difficult to cash in some banks and some countries, some of the banks will charge certain amount of 'service charged' as well, read some guidebook or google before travelling.

carrying creit cards will solve problem only if you are in big hotels, certain part of europe rarely take cards for payment of dining, unless you want to go to big restaurant and let them cut throat.

Where do you guys change currency?? at the money changer in town, or at the airport?
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1) I can't believe it that no one hasn't mentioned bringing along a camera yet.
2) Or a guidebook. Lonely Planet / Rough Guides help a lot.
3) Low cost airlines are not usually recommended when you are going as a tourist. Based on my experiences.
4) Better to overbudget than to underbudget.
5) Do not hesitate to spend money. Seriously. You might never ever return to that place ever again in your life (by choice or otherwise). Within reason of course.
6) Try out the local cuisine! Even if it means spending more money than you had originally planned. Tell the staff that you want the local menu, not the tourist menu. Eating pot noodles/ bread three times a day is just sad. So is eating Chinese food in Italy (thanks to number 7). Refer to number 5.
7) Go on your own/ with friends. Tour guides cater for all and sundry and are inflexible. Tours are more suitable when you are older and are travelling with young children/ elderly folk.
8) Need to check how money you have left? Do it in the toilet. Doing so in the open invites all kinds of trouble.
8) DO NOT FFK ONCE PLANS HAVE BEEN FINALISED AND BOOKINGS MADE. Losing interest because 'it was too expensive' eventhough the final price was agreeable with the initial budget reflects badly on you and might end up screwing your friendships.
9) LEARN HOW TO TIP. Not every country has a service charge!!!
10) , is . in most of continental Europe. If something costs EUR10,00 it means TEN Euroes not one thousand!
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QUOTE(elb @ Feb 8 2006, 08:52 AM)
1) I can't believe it that no one hasn't mentioned bringing along a camera yet. 2) Or a guidebook. Lonely Planet / Rough Guides help a lot.
3) Low cost airlines are not usually recommended when you are going as a tourist. Based on my experiences.
4) Better to overbudget than to underbudget.
5) Do not hesitate to spend money. Seriously. You might never ever return to that place ever again in your life (by choice or otherwise). Within reason of course.
6) Try out the local cuisine! Even if it means spending more money than you had originally planned. Tell the staff that you want the local menu, not the tourist menu. Eating pot noodles/ bread three times a day is just sad. So is eating Chinese food in Italy (thanks to number 7). Refer to number 5.
7) Go on your own/ with friends. Tour guides cater for all and sundry and are inflexible. Tours are more suitable when you are older and are travelling with young children/ elderly folk.
8) Need to check how money you have left? Do it in the toilet. Doing so in the open invites all kinds of trouble.
8) DO NOT FFK ONCE PLANS HAVE BEEN FINALISED AND BOOKINGS MADE. Losing interest because 'it was too expensive' eventhough the final price was agreeable with the initial budget reflects badly on you and might end up screwing your friendships.
9) LEARN HOW TO TIP. Not every country has a service charge!!!
10) , is . in most of continental Europe. If something costs EUR10,00 it means TEN Euroes not one thousand!
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for 1) i think any1 who is travelling would have thought of that... if any1 who travel without a taking a camera along shouldnt be allowed to travel at all tongue.gif

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QUOTE(mr lappy @ Feb 8 2006, 02:15 PM)
for 1) i think any1 who is travelling would have thought of that... if any1 who travel without a taking a camera along shouldnt be allowed to travel at all tongue.gif
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well, its just that sometimes the most obvious things are often the most overlooked, just like visas are often forgotten. ;P And in my opinion, if you choose to be a miser, you don't deserve to travel. Imagine someone I know, travelling all the way to Scandinavia and wanting to stay in another friend's room all day and choosing to eat cheap bread as meals instead of making the most of the rare opportunity that she had doh.gif doh.gif doh.gif . Good thing the other friend had the sense to drag her out. You might as well sit at home and stare longingly at photographs other people took of the places you want to travel.

even more tips from my experience:

1) Check for visa requirements! ensure that EVERYONE in your group (easily forgotten when you're travelling with friends from several countries) makes the necessary arrangements and provide for enough time for delivery of the visa! We had the unpleasant experience of planning for a trip when we realised that we needed visas, and with only two weeks to go before the planned date we had to start over.
2) Hostels are great for meeting new friends! Although some females prefer their privacy, so maybe you might want to rent a room instead for the 4/ 6 of you.
3) A student card comes in very handy while sightseeing. get an ISIC card; many places also accept your college/ university card
4) Booking online can lead to great savings. Not only can you compare hotels/ hostels, you are also able to get discounts on transportation. Note again that I do not recommend low cost air carriers if you are travelling as a tourist.
5) Pay more for more centrally located accommodation. Not only is it safer, but you save precious time commuting and reduce the risks of getting lost (really undesirable in dodgy areas). Money buys precious time when you travel.

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One of the worst attitud is converting prices to ringit Malaysia, and ending up eating bread or junk food, or some awful chinese restaurants' fried rice in Euope/USA.
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Walking on the street like the local people, eat the local cuisine that their people eat daily and dont try to save this type of money. Of course I dont mean spending a lot to eat in a high class restaurant.

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QUOTE(xue @ Feb 9 2006, 07:05 PM)
One of the worst attitud is converting prices to ringit Malaysia, and ending up eating bread or junk food, or some awful chinese restaurants' fried rice in Euope/USA.
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Walking on the street like the local people, eat the local cuisine that their people eat daily and dont try to save this type of money. Of course I dont mean spending a lot to eat in a high class restaurant.
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precisely what i meant earlier smile.gif you need to think in terms of local currency
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haha.. there is a few tips I read from a magazine 2 days ago.

Some of you might think that looking like a foreigner is cool, but in some country is not. This is because you could be a victim of a crime.

How not to look like a foreigner:
1) Observe the culture. If the culture is t-shirt and jeans, follow it. If the culture is pants and shirts, do as they do.
2) Do not wear "I LOVE MALAYSIA" or "I LOVE NY" shirts. It is wayy too obvious.
3) Do not hang your camera in front of you

*I can't remember anymore. Will come back and update.

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QUOTE(kyliemin @ Feb 9 2006, 09:23 PM)
3) Do not hang your camera in front of you

*I can't remember anymore. Will come back and update.
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I don't think I can quite do that with my SLR setup. It, along with my tripod, sticks out like a sore thumb LOL. I haven't run into trouble so far yet carrying it around with my travels luckily smile.gif *touch wood*

Speaking about that, I think I'll put up a little post about travel photography (with regards to SLRs) later tongue.gif

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QUOTE(elb @ Feb 10 2006, 04:47 AM)
I don't think I can quite do that with my SLR setup. It, along with my tripod, sticks out like a sore thumb LOL. I haven't run into trouble so far yet carrying it around with my travels luckily smile.gif *touch wood*

Speaking about that, I think I'll put up a little post about travel photography (with regards to SLRs) later tongue.gif
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yeah.. how do u carry your slr? i find it unconfortable to hang it around my neck, is there any other alternative than that?
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Wats in my backpack?
- IDs, wallet tat kind of stuff...
- Bin bag (3 in 1: bin bag + raincoat + sweater)
- Water bottle
- Sunblock and lip gloss
- Hand towel
- Binocle and torch
- Phone
- Hat / Cap

Other "tips"?
- Always bring one or two locks - dont forget to seal the brand of the locks.
- Bargain whenever u can, alot of tours or hostels give concession prices to backpackers or students.
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Must I really bring my passport with me everywhere? I going bangkok. What if someone curi my passport? Isn't it safer to keep in the hotel safe??
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QUOTE(lavender @ Feb 11 2006, 04:59 PM)
Must I really bring my passport with me everywhere? I going bangkok. What if someone curi my passport? Isn't it safer to keep in the hotel safe??
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What if you were stopped by the police there? wouldnt it be mroe convenient if you have your passport with you?
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good thread.
epsilon, why dont u add other ppls tips to the list in ur first post.
makes it easy for ppl to just check the first post for any new updates.


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QUOTE(guyfrmars @ Feb 11 2006, 09:43 PM)
good thread.
epsilon, why dont u add other ppls tips to the list in ur first post.
makes it easy for ppl to just check the first post for any new updates.
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Done. And I added some more of my tips.

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More...

- Photocopy (or scan and print) ur IDs like passport, IC, insurance blabla. And leave that copy to someone else.
- Leave emergency contact in ur pocket or wallet.
- Let someone know ur plan (travel itinerary). Leave a copy to someone at home maybe.
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QUOTE(mr lappy @ Feb 10 2006, 12:59 PM)
yeah.. how do u carry  your slr?  i find it unconfortable to hang it around my neck, is there any other alternative than that?
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the easiest would be to get a longer strap so that you can hang your camera diagonally across the shoulder and chest with the camera resting against the hips, imo.
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Some Travel Photography Tips (aimed at SLR users, but compact users will find something here as well)

1. Do not travel in a tour group if you can help it. You will not have the time available to wander off in search of a good photograph.
2. Bring along a light tripod (usually around 1.4kg for carbon fibre), or a light monopod. Make sure that it still can take the weight of your setup! Note that you might be able to use it everywhere.
3. Minimize your kit if possible. Two zoom lenses should be sufficient, once covering wide angles and the other for telephotos.
4. Going digital will help you save a lot in terms of space i.e. no need to bring various films around, no need to worry about x-ray radiation etc.
5. Bring along ample memory! This is especially if you choose to shoot RAW. If you shoot JPEGs you do not need to worry as much because they take up less space compared with RAW and you can always find photography stores who are able to burn your pictures onto a CD for you, freeing up memory.
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How to pack you clothing more efficiently:
Don't fold, but ROLL...
Yes, you heard me right, ROLL your clothing as tight as possible like a swiss roll.
Then you'll have many tightly rolled "swiss roll", then you can start to stuff those "swiss rolls" into your bag.

Why roll and not fold?
Fold will gives you ugly fold mark, wrinkle and etc... also tends to eat up more space in your luggage/bag. Not so space efficient.
If you roll properly... you won't get any ugly fold mark/wrinkles. Also save more space.

Another tip is try to bring a formal wear... at least a long sleeve shirt w/ black slack, or a dress for gal. No batik shirt as batik is only acceptable as formal in this region. Some venue might have certain dress code before allowing you to go in.

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Oh well... here's the not so pratical tips... believe or not is up to you lar whistling.gif:

I know these bcos I'm working as a hotelier. sweat.gif


Every single hotel, there will be at least a room which is left vacant at all times. No matter how full the hotel are, they are not to sell that room(s) to any guest.
It was said that special room was "reserved" for those "special visitors".

So, if you plan to stay in some hotel, always book in advance. Try to avoid walk in.
If the receptionist told you there's no more room available, do not insist one anymore or try to bribe them to give you a room. If you do that, most of the time the room you have will be that "special room".

Some other hotel tips: tongue.gif
- Before entering your room, always knock on the door first, even you know the room is vacant.
- After you enter the room, if you felt very cold suddently and have "chicken skin", leave the room quitely immediately and go to reception to request for a room change. Most of the time the receptionist will understand what's happening.
- After you enter the room, immediately switch on all of the lights, and open the curtain to let the sun light in.
- Always leave at least a lamp on while you're sleeping
- If you're staying alone and they have give you a twin bed, try not to sleep with the other bed vacant, try to put your things like luggage on the other bed before you sleep.

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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 20 2006, 08:06 PM)
Oh well... here's the not so pratical tips... believe or not is up to you lar whistling.gif:

I know these bcos I'm working as a hotelier. sweat.gif
Every single hotel, there will be at least a room which is left vacant at all times. No matter how full the hotel are, they are not to sell that room(s) to any guest.
It was said that special room was "reserved" for those "special visitors".

So, if you plan to stay in some hotel, always book in advance. Try to avoid walk in.
If the receptionist told you there's no more room available, do not insist one anymore or try to bribe them to give you a room. If you do that, most of the time the room you have will be that "special room".

Some other hotel tips: tongue.gif
- Before entering your room, always knock on the door first, even you know the room is vacant.
- After you enter the room, if you felt very cold suddently and have "chicken skin", leave the room quitely immediately and go to reception to request for a room change. Most of the time the receptionist will understand what's happening.
- After you enter the room, immediately switch on all of the lights, and open the curtain to let the sun light in.
- Always leave at least a lamp on while you're sleeping
- If you're staying alone and they have give you a twin bed, try not to sleep with the other bed vacant, try to put your things like luggage on the other bed before you sleep.
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Haha. Im not a hotelier, but i learnt these from TV tongue.gif

A few more fr my memory:
- Open up the windows.
- Clean the toilet flush.
- If there's a bible, do not flip it.
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 20 2006, 11:06 AM)
Oh well... here's the not so pratical tips... believe or not is up to you lar whistling.gif:

I know these bcos I'm working as a hotelier. sweat.gif
Every single hotel, there will be at least a room which is left vacant at all times. No matter how full the hotel are, they are not to sell that room(s) to any guest.
It was said that special room was "reserved" for those "special visitors".

So, if you plan to stay in some hotel, always book in advance. Try to avoid walk in.
If the receptionist told you there's no more room available, do not insist one anymore or try to bribe them to give you a room. If you do that, most of the time the room you have will be that "special room".

Some other hotel tips: tongue.gif
- Before entering your room, always knock on the door first, even you know the room is vacant.
- After you enter the room, if you felt very cold suddently and have "chicken skin", leave the room quitely immediately and go to reception to request for a room change. Most of the time the receptionist will understand what's happening.
- After you enter the room, immediately switch on all of the lights, and open the curtain to let the sun light in.
- Always leave at least a lamp on while you're sleeping
- If you're staying alone and they have give you a twin bed, try not to sleep with the other bed vacant, try to put your things like luggage on the other bed before you sleep.
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no offense, but I'm finding a couple of these 'tips' rather superstitious, I wouldn't really call it a travel tip?
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dun worry... no offense taken tongue.gif
yeap... most ppl will find those 'tips' rather superstitious...
First I also just cast those 'tips' aside, thinking where got such thing... whistling.gif
But after a few years working as a hotelier and some personal 'encounter', seeing weird things with my own eyes and hearing it first hand from some veteran hotelier and such... If I don't want to believe also cannot tongue.gif

Just a simple pratical advice here... never ever insisted for a room or even bribe the receptionist, if you are already informed the hotel is fully booked. You don't want to know what type of rooms they are giving you... whistling.gif
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While dining, dont be so fussy with the services provided or complain too much about the waiter/waitress. They will seek revenge - how? They are handling your food and beverage, so just imagine what they can do to them without your knowledge. I worked part-time in a 5 star hotel in Singapore before and what I found out in the restaurant's kitchen are truely amazing laugh.gif
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 20 2006, 06:06 PM)
Some other hotel tips: tongue.gif
- Before entering your room, always knock on the door first, even you know the room is vacant.
Before go washroom need to knock too? lol
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Try to make sure you're 100% healthy before you go travel. It's one of the worst thing can happen if you fall sick during your travel!
Imagine sleeping alone in the hotel for the whole day while the others are having fun of their life, not to mention $$$ is going down the drain also.

Check with your doctor first if require any vaccination before travel to any country, especially poorer third world country. Hepatitis A & B vaccination is important.

Some country's health system are very much different from ours... where they has a strict control over their drug usage. Pharmacy might not sell you medication without any prescription from the doctor. The clinics also won't give you medication over the counter, and they only gives you a prescription and you'll need to obtain the medication from the pharmacy yourself.

If you're on regular medication, it's best to ask your doctor to write you a prescription just in case you lost your medication, but be warn thou.... some country might not regconise M'sian doctor's prescription

Bring a few "poh cai yun" or even better, Ultra carbon pills, also known as charcoal pills. If you suffer from diarrea or mild food poisoning, a tablet or two of the ultra carbon pill will stop it straight away. It will be sad if you need to hunt around for toilet wherever you go tongue.gif

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Always check the weather forecast of your destination before you travel.
A good place to check is at www.weather.com
You can get a 10 day weather forecast from there, then from there you can estimate what to expect from the weather there.
Either you need an extra pack of sunblock, caps or extra raincoat or umbrella.

Always bring a few plastic bags also, those will come in very handy. wink.gif
Either for water proofing your electronic equipments, garbage, dirty laundry.... etc
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do not wear new shoes to destinations that requires a lot of walking. new shoes might just sore your feet.


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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 24 2006, 10:53 AM)
Always check the weather forecast of your destination before you travel.
A good place to check is at www.weather.com
You can get a 10 day weather forecast from there, then from there you can estimate what to expect from the weather there.
Either you need an extra pack of sunblock, caps or extra raincoat or umbrella.

Always bring a few plastic bags also, those will come in very handy. wink.gif
Either for water proofing your electronic equipments, garbage, dirty laundry.... etc
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i think on your tips you missed out something about your shoe.

i think they should have them pointed out for some reason.
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QUOTE(ParaOpticaL @ Feb 24 2006, 11:21 AM)
i think on your tips you missed out something about your shoe.

i think they should have them pointed out for some reason.
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Huh? huh.gif shoe??
mis-quoted maybe? laugh.gif
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 24 2006, 03:53 AM)
Always check the weather forecast of your destination before you travel.
A good place to check is at www.weather.com
You can get a 10 day weather forecast from there, then from there you can estimate what to expect from the weather there.
Either you need an extra pack of sunblock, caps or extra raincoat or umbrella.

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I disagree with this- weather forecasts change from hour to hour. It is impossible to accurately predict the weather beyond a couple of hours accurately. It is only useful to get a rough idea of what to expect.
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Well... I didn't say predict accurately right? wink.gif
I just say can estimate what to expect...
Better to be prepared than sorry, right? wink.gif

Like last time I had a trip to Korea during summer, which the travel agent claim it hardly rain during that period. But when I check the weather forecast just prior departure... there's a forecast of heavy storm for those past few days... and we did pack extra raincoats and umbrellas, and made extra arrangement for indoor activities just in case.
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 27 2006, 12:59 PM)
Well... I didn't say predict accurately right? wink.gif
I just say can estimate what to expect...
Better to be prepared than sorry, right? wink.gif

Like last time I had a trip to Korea during summer, which the travel agent claim it hardly rain during that period.  But when I check the weather forecast just prior departure... there's a forecast of heavy storm for those past few days... and we did pack extra raincoats and umbrellas, and made extra arrangement for indoor activities just in case.
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summer in korea rains cats and dogs. thats what i experienced when i first went there
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 24 2006, 01:23 PM)
Huh?  huh.gif  shoe??
mis-quoted maybe?  laugh.gif
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He was right, u missed out the shoes thg.
Its believed that the shoes should not be placed nicely.
In the hotel, we should always simply dump the shoes at one corner.
Correct me if im wrong. (I dont understd this thou. Can someone pls explain?)



The weather forecast from official website is quite accurate actually. 10 days before and 10 days later not many changes. Either from "Mostly Cloudy" to "Cloudy", or from "Rain" to "Clearing", somethg like that. So i depend on the weather forecast quite alot. Sometimes delay my trip bcoz of the forecast also. But make sure u check the correct one - check a specific area and not checking the whole country, the country is so big, if u check the whole then of coz not accurate.
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Err... he quoted my weather tips... that's why I don't understand, while juichuan has a shoe tips just above my post, that's why I tot he mis-quoted tongue.gif

Anyway back to the shoe thingy in the hotel. The oldtimers here advice not to arrange your shoes nicely, especially right in front of the entrance. It's better to scatter it or just flip one of the shoe upside down. Can't remember the exact reason for doing so... something about the spirit will wear you shoes if it's arrange nicely at the entrance... or something like your spirit leaving lar... can't remember tongue.gif
About the one shoe being flip upside down is sort of representing the yin & yang in Pa Kua, thus protecting you tongue.gif

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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 27 2006, 02:36 PM)
Err... he quoted my weather tips... that's why I don't understand, while juichuan has a shoe tips just above my post, that's why I tot he mis-quoted tongue.gif

Anyway back to the shoe thingy in the hotel.  The oldtimers here advice not to arrange your shoes nicely, especially right in front of the entrance.  It's better to scatter it or just flip one of the shoe upside down.  Can't remember the exact reason for doing so... something about the spirit will wear you shoes if it's arrange nicely at the entrance... or something like your spirit leaving lar... can't remember tongue.gif
About the one shoe being flip upside down is sort of representing the yin & yang in Pa Kua, thus protecting you tongue.gif
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that was what i was trying to tell you...
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Feb 27 2006, 04:36 PM)
Err... he quoted my weather tips... that's why I don't understand, while juichuan has a shoe tips just above my post, that's why I tot he mis-quoted tongue.gif

Anyway back to the shoe thingy in the hotel.  The oldtimers here advice not to arrange your shoes nicely, especially right in front of the entrance.  It's better to scatter it or just flip one of the shoe upside down.  Can't remember the exact reason for doing so... something about the spirit will wear you shoes if it's arrange nicely at the entrance... or something like your spirit leaving lar... can't remember tongue.gif
About the one shoe being flip upside down is sort of representing the yin & yang in Pa Kua, thus protecting you tongue.gif
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Those like flushing, opening windows.. still can be explaint by scientific reasons...
But this shoes one really funny, haha, bcoz of the Yin Yang thg... tongue.gif
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QUOTE(shark @ Feb 27 2006, 06:52 AM)

The weather forecast from official website is quite accurate actually. 10 days before and 10 days later not many changes. Either from "Mostly Cloudy" to "Cloudy", or from "Rain" to "Clearing", somethg like that. So i depend on the weather forecast quite alot. Sometimes delay my trip bcoz of the forecast also. But make sure u check the correct one - check a specific area and not checking the whole country, the country is so big, if u check the whole then of coz not accurate.
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Weather forecasts merely display the most probable/dominant scenario. I have encountered cases whereby the next day's forecast (which I set to my city) could shift from rain to sunny to cloudy or whatever by the time the next day has arrived. I have been caught in rain in the evening when the forecast in the morning was supposed to be good weather throughout. Weather is simply too unpredicatable to predict accurately a few hours; although you could reasonably forecast it for no more than 72 hours (5 days is really really the limit).
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I think should bring (for the geek of tteh gadgets) laptop, iPod , handphone , wireless modem..
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I think should bring (for the geek of tteh gadgets) laptop, iPod , handphone , wireless modem..
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well that depends what u plan to do with your trip. if u are going for a tour/holiday, bring as little expensive stuff (laptops and stuff).

but wireless modem? shocking.gif
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QUOTE(abang brother @ Mar 5 2006, 04:25 AM)
I think should bring  handphone
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actually you remind me of something very important with regards to mobile phones when travelling internationally: make sure that your mobile is supported at the region you travel to! Make sure its a triband phone at the very least; if its quadband, even better!
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a question here la... if i wanan go taiwan backpack for 20 days... how many liter of backpack shud i carry?
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QUOTE(areankim @ Mar 19 2006, 11:53 PM)
a question here la... if i wanan go taiwan backpack for 20 days... how many liter of backpack shud i carry?
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U're staying in hostel arent u? Will go back to hostel everyday i assume?

Anyway, just plan what u want to bring then decide what kind of bag u want to bring - dont have to be a backpack sometimes.


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QUOTE(areankim @ Mar 19 2006, 09:53 PM)
a question here la... if i wanan go taiwan backpack for 20 days... how many liter of backpack shud i carry?


hmm just fyi, instead of backpacking, there's a sorta half sponsored study (n play;) trip to taiwan for 21days go http://www.kuanmootuan.org
been to the trip last yr thumbup.gif there's some selection criteria of coz
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QUOTE(elb @ Mar 6 2006, 10:16 PM)
actually you remind me of something very important with regards to mobile phones when travelling internationally: make sure that your mobile is supported at the region you travel to! Make sure its a triband phone at the very least; if its quadband, even better!
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If you will be staying in that country for a longer period (more than 2-3 days) and expect to make local calls, then consider getting a local prepaid SIM card there. It will be a lot cheaper than getting roaming charges on your mobile bill when you get back home.

As for health, consider bringing a supply of vitamin pills on your trip, and taking them daily. I usually bring multivit+minerals and vitamin C which I take daily. Also drink lots of water and keep yourself hydrated. Getting dehydrated increases your chances of falling sick. And if you are going to be getting it "on", don't forget protection! Better be safe then sorry.
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Important tip for smokers...

Tar pau lotsa ciggies!!!!! Ciggies are expensive in all ang moh countries. (put some on hand luggage and some on the check in..don't go too overboard though)

In Europe, it's between 4 to 9 Euro...that's twenty over RM!!!


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- Soap could be use to wash some light garments like your briefs or socks.

- dry them by hanging them over the lamp ( becarefull not to get it burned ) or, i prefer to use the hair dryer to do the job .

- Shower caps could be used as a rain coat for your camera. Simply make a hole big enuff to stuff your lens thru on the shower cap, then put the shower cap on your camera to protect it against rain, or sand ( if you're visiting desert )

-will add more if i remember anything.
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QUOTE(exkay @ May 23 2006, 04:41 AM)
- Soap could be use to wash some light garments like your briefs or socks.

- dry them by hanging them over the lamp ( becarefull not to get it burned ) or, i prefer to use the hair dryer to do the job .

- Shower caps could be used as a rain coat for your camera. Simply make a hole big enuff to stuff your lens thru on the shower cap, then put the shower cap on your camera to protect it against rain, or sand ( if you're visiting desert )

-will add more if i remember anything.
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i don't quite get what you mean by poking a hole in the shower cap.. do you mean that the lens will be exposed but not the body of the camera?
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One very VERY crucial piece of advice: Before you even book you accommodation or airplane tickets, please for goodness sake, search online or ask other people if there is anything to do. You don't want to waste several hundred or thousand s/ euros/ (currency of choice) to find out that there is NOTHING TO DO at the place you are visiting.

I'll give you an example: I adviced a friend to skip Frankfurt (because there is absolutely nothing to do there besides visiting museums and one or two buildings, as I can attest first hand), but no she went ahead. When I asked her what did she do when she came back, she said: 'Sleep, eat and shop'. Enough said.
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hmmm...one of my relatives always keep extra money inside his clothes..She make a very comfortable small bag and she pin it inside her pants. Very good idea and safe. We didnt know about it until after so many years.

When travelling, after put all my luggage in hotel. Everytime when I want to go out, I will always like to bring a small bottle of water, extra t-shirt and a jacket. So I will always carry a small bag with me (like school bad) to keep all my things. When I did any shopping, I can also put my things inside my bag rather than holding in the hand.

But sometime I found my small bag is very inconveniece because sometime a shopping center might not allow you to bring in any bag but I have place all my money, password, purse or etc indise my bag.

If you go genting theme park, I must get people to take care of my bag when I want to play roller coaster or ....
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umm..i normally keep cash everywhere. two different wallets, some stashed in the backpack, with the passport, in the camera bag, pouch, pocket of my clothes. and always have a pocket knife just in case.
-make friends during travelling, i.e. in the bus when people are discussing where to go next and if same destination, hook up and travel together.
- have an idea on where to stay and know how to get there without getting cheated.
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is there possible to join a tour if u got only urself - 1 pax? i checked lotsa agency (via web) most of them min 2 pax.

is it possible to "tumpang" tour trip?
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when visiting the High Risk Zone (being pick-pocket)....

only bring sufficient cash...and cash must be secretly keep... like put inside the shoe... o what ever place u can thinks of...

do not bring any bags, to avoid pick-pocket...

leave ur passport in hotel locker o hostel locker... never bring it out....

i got this advise when visiting Barcelona... the local bicycle tour guide told us...


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Wikitravel has a good information on travel around the world.
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this kinda doesn't make sense but i will still state down this case:

if i pay RM10,000 into a CLASSIC credit card account, will left my credit balance = RM -10,000. account balance -10,000 + credit limit 3000 = i can spend 13,000 in 1 transaction

correct anot? maybe this's an alternative solution to temporary "extend" ur card limit during the travel?

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QUOTE(ky_khor @ Aug 29 2006, 03:26 PM)
this kinda doesn't make sense but i will still state down this case:

if i pay RM10,000 into a CLASSIC credit card account, will left my credit balance = RM -10,000. account balance -10,000 + credit limit 3000 = i can spend 13,000 in 1 transaction

correct anot? maybe this's an alternative solution to temporary "extend" ur card limit during the travel?
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Having 13,000 credited doesn't mean your credit limit is extended does it? Your credit limit is still 3000 and once you swipe above that limit, it will be declined anyway unless you've made special arrangements with the card issuer. Correct me if I'm wrong.
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QUOTE(sniper on the roof @ May 23 2006, 04:18 AM)
Important tip for smokers...

Tar pau lotsa ciggies!!!!! Ciggies are expensive in all ang moh countries. (put some on hand luggage and some on the check in..don't go too overboard though)

In Europe, it's between 4 to 9 Euro...that's twenty over RM!!!
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yeh...if u r an ex-ganja addict or some wannabe wanna test drug (marijuana), head straight for holland. laugh.gif It's legal there. flex.gif While u r hi there, can 'hang out' with some chicks too...and its legal icon_idea.gif
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yeh...if u r an ex-ganja addict or some wannabe wanna test drug (marijuana), head straight for holland.  laugh.gif It's legal there.  flex.gif  While u r hi there, can 'hang out' with some chicks too...and its legal  icon_idea.gif
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Holland Amsterdam???
how come i din notice it 1 leh???
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Yo dudes above, carefull with the ganja remarks above leh... don't think it's suitable to promote the use of drugs in this forum... sweat.gif

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hi all.

if u plan to go to a foreign country when u have no idea bout their allowance or law,visa issue n etc.

u may wanna refer to this book. T.I.M = Travel infomation manual
or www.timaticweb.com <---I think u have to pay de...I m not sure coz I log in using my force's computer...

oppss...forget to tell wht inside....u will find things like visa requirment,ciggarete allowance,liqour etc...

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When boarding onto a plane, throw everything that you have from your pockets (phone, wallet, coins, cigarette, lighters, passport, watch) into your carry-on luggage so they can x-ray your bag 1 time without you having to pour your pocket's contents into their crummy lil baskets before going thru the metal detector.

Oh, and don't forget to make sure that you don't have anything illegal in your bag (knives, nailcutters etc) or they'll have to pick through your hand-carry and you might lose your phones or wallets.
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QUOTE(Kusa @ Oct 15 2006, 03:35 AM)
When boarding onto a plane, throw everything that you have from your pockets (phone, wallet, coins, cigarette, lighters, passport, watch) into your carry-on luggage so they can x-ray your bag 1 time without you having to pour your pocket's contents into their crummy lil baskets before going thru the metal detector.

Oh, and don't forget to make sure that you don't have anything illegal in your bag (knives, nailcutters etc) or they'll have to pick through your hand-carry and you might lose your phones or wallets.
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hmm...most of this thef occured when your basket finish being screen...but u still waitting your turn to be screen by the authority..
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do check b4 hand if u wanna tapau ciggy to certain country.
they hav their allowance for ciggy...some countries allow 100 stick...some 200

for singapore = 0 allowance.
1 kotak now ...u get caught start form oct 1st
1 kotak = fine sgd 400.....
gosh...they treat ciggy like gold here...
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QUOTE(Kusa @ Oct 15 2006, 03:35 AM)
Oh, and don't forget to make sure that you don't have anything illegal in your bag (knives, nailcutters etc) or they'll have to pick through your hand-carry and you might lose your phones or wallets.
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Last year i went to Koh Samui and i forgot to check my front backpack pocket. When I arrive at my hotel in Samui, i unpack my stuff and guess what I found, 4 "mercun bola" from last year hari raya...lol...its an explosive...well, talk about security...
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QUOTE(ChocolateChipCookies @ Oct 20 2006, 06:12 PM)
Last year i went to Koh Samui and i forgot to check my front backpack pocket. When I arrive at my hotel in Samui, i unpack my stuff and guess what I found, 4 "mercun bola" from last year hari raya...lol...its an explosive...well, talk about security...
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I dunno bout malaysia authority...but from the eyes of security....
1st of all...is tht your checkin bag or ?
if your hand carry....1st of all..x-ray does not detect powder form.
2ndly....x-rays opreator are train to look out on ....component of I.E.D
which has main element of batts,wire,detonators...
mercun bola appear like normal ball on x-ray screen...

talk bout security...as klia is a centralize screening airport...it is bad system to have...which mean tht after the transit area...u wont be screen again b4 u borad the airplane...n we must understand the poor x-ray officer hav to screen ALL pax travelling via klia...imagine how many pipol there is...n human being will lack of concentration...psst...actually...aviation security sucks....
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QUOTE(ky_khor @ Aug 29 2006, 03:26 PM)
this kinda doesn't make sense but i will still state down this case:

if i pay RM10,000 into a CLASSIC credit card account, will left my credit balance = RM -10,000. account balance -10,000 + credit limit 3000 = i can spend 13,000 in 1 transaction

correct anot? maybe this's an alternative solution to temporary "extend" ur card limit during the travel?
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Yap, it works. I've advised ppl to do that b4. Though that might not apply to every bank's system. So you shoud really call up to check. Alternatively, call up to request if you could get a temporary credit limit increase (not sure if Malaysian banks allow this)

Also b4 travelling, inform your bank. Sometimes they have a security parameter in place that rejects your transactions if you try to swipe overseas in 'high-risk' countries.
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hey ppl. i heard that security in europe airport is very strict. they cut off ur shirts/bags which is an imitate true?

nike/adidas wateva..esp in france reports are also around newspapers bout this...i m goin to germany next week..so i need to know thx
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no not smuggling. they just want u to wear original because nike/adidas other famous sportswear originated from there.
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QUOTE(rivendell @ Dec 1 2006, 01:20 PM)
maybe they think you're smuggling?? hehe... just go online and check the website of the airport u r heading to.. the security levels vary from airport to airport.. i was in london heathrow a few days after the august terrorist plot and that was hell.. was told to go shirtless at the security check point sweat.gif  sweat.gif
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But how do they know whether what ur wearing is imitation or not?
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when in US dont buy souvenirs that contain liquid, although its little and its sold in the duty free shops in the airports.

my friend went there and bought about 400 bucks of stuff and all got confiscated.
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guys, any more tips?
those tips here are very useful, thank you all smile.gif
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IN my experience at suvarnabhumi airport, Bangkok. I have to spend much time just to walk within terminal and claiming my bag..... Future traveller should add little extra time to their schedule ya.


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QUOTE(mr lappy @ Dec 20 2006, 04:28 PM)
when in US dont buy souvenirs that contain liquid, although its little and its sold in the duty free shops in the airports.

my friend went there and bought about 400 bucks of stuff and all got confiscated.
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well the regulations were pulled in around 19/11/06
thats when the ideas that liquid = bomb is being billed as laws which is kinda stupid and sux

well if u really want to get something with liquid (even ur plain water as a refreshment in the cabin...water in the plane aint gonna be trusted - trust me)
it must be below 100ml (this is the bottle im referring to...not the amount of liquid contained in that bottle)
and it must be placed in the specially circulated plastic bags by the airport securities

situations getting tougher especially in europe
but heathrow's the worst now

off topic...i think they are just all creating a riot out of the public
i mean seriously terrorists arent dumb
they arent gonna bomb the plane outright just by bringing in stuffs like liquid and claimed it was bomb
what if later some terrorist says his clothes are made of plastic-fibre-electron-nuclear powered fusion magnetic pulse bomb
then everyone wont be wearing shirts in the plane (cool but stupid)


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well tips for travelling
depends on ur objective of travelling itself

1) pack enuf clothes
u wont be washing them unless ur there for more than a month and staying in a house or service apartment

2) get travellers cheques or credit cards
those with heavy wallets are just stupid enuf to attract the thieves and gipsies

3) one shoe for everyday walks, one for special occasion (optional), slippers and one extra takut the first shoe rosak

4) if ur muslim, bring in the praying mat bundled with the compass and the kiblat
im a muslim and travelling aint no excuse for me to escape prayers (although most are missed due to distances and laziness...cheh)

5) food...if ur non-muslim...eat in...especially if ur in countries like europe...outside food is so expensive they cud buy u a motorbike here
if ur muslim, cook
bring some things from home like chilli, serai or whatever u know the foreigner aint growing
do no take eggs along...customs'll seize it

6) have 2 extra bags ready
u'll be shopping
and even if ur not its for ur dirty garments and other stuffs
and chip in lots of extra plastic bags and newspapers to wrap things up

7) bring also cutleries (at least one for each category of cutlery)

8) get some books with u
travel guides are important
and novels too...just to keep u busy if ur staying in a country where english is somewhat alien
tapi in most countries there'll be MTV

9) never ever put ur money in ur pocket or whatever valuables
get a pouch which u can hang on ur neck
and make it short
some people can dash infront of u and cut under the pouch and another 'bystander' is just ready to snatch whatever there is that is inside

10) passports! always have them with u

11) never ever make fun of any unfamiliar faces around

there are more but these are just some
and they apply essentially to those who travel with families
not in groups or with their agencies and those sorts
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hey guys.
on my last trip, i went back from Sipadan, Sabah. i bought 2 large shark jaw in there and wanted to bring back to KL for souvenir. But someone told its impossible to pass the airport kastam so i end up present them to some western backpacker, is this true ?
Btw, i wanted to brought back some Shark fin for eating, isiit possible ? smile.gif

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QUOTE(Snake @ Mar 24 2007, 11:33 AM)
hey guys.
on my last trip, i went back from Sipadan, Sabah. i bought 2 large shark jaw in there and wanted to bring back to KL for souvenir. But someone told its impossible to pass the airport kastam so i end up present them to some western backpacker, is this true ?
Btw, i wanted to brought back some Shark fin for eating, isiit possible ?  smile.gif
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Actually why not?

you dont need to go past customs on local flights.
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Im goin to further my studies in uk and i would like to bring my laptop along. then i heard someone says my software must be genuire, is it true? do i need to format my lappy before i left?
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what ive learned so far,b4 u go anywhere especially when ur trip involving lotsa sightseeing..just build ur stamina first!! tongue.gif
im used to easily tired n pancit when so much to see in so little time blush.gif

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Never use Hotel laundry things such as face towels, bath towel and so on as they use it to wipe toilet bowl,floor,sink and bath tub....
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remember to bring along travel universal adaptor/socket extension due to different electrical outlets around the world.
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also need to check the local voltage, get the 110V ~ 240V compliance adaptor (e.g. battery charger) would be the best.


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QUOTE(mr lappy @ Dec 20 2006, 04:28 PM)
when in US dont buy souvenirs that contain liquid, although its little and its sold in the duty free shops in the airports.

my friend went there and bought about 400 bucks of stuff and all got confiscated.
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cannot buy perfume as well? its liquid right? *sigh*
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umm i thought they only dont allow liquid in hand carry baggage? cant u fit it in yr check in baggage?


Added on May 8, 2007, 6:39 pm
QUOTE(SilkyLene @ Apr 14 2007, 11:07 PM)
Im goin to further my studies in uk and i would like to bring my laptop along. then i heard someone says my software must be genuire, is it true? do i need to format my lappy before i left?
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brought my laptop to japan/australia/nz before with *those* software before - the custom wont want you to boot up yr pc to check - how could they know whether it's genuine anyway??

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i've been in and out of europe for a few times already recently, imigration officers never bother to boot up my laptop to see whether i have genuine software. But they do verify if the laptop in brought in from oversea and they can charge some duty fees(taxes) on it.

French immigration never bother to see if u have authentic nike/addidas products as well.. imagine there's 60 millions visitors a year, they are not going to open each baguages.
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During summer, especially during major heat wave peak season, always have bottles of water ready in your bag wherever you go. And if you need to buy bottles of water, it's wiser to get it straight from the supermarket itself. I went backpacking in Europe and halfway through, a friend bought two large bottles of mineral water at a nearby kiosk in Amsterdam, it cost us 3 Euros each. Later when we went to the supermarket, we discovered that that same bottle is only 99 cents.

So yes, any food/beverages are best done in the supermarket to avoid scams.

Bring some sunblock lotion as well. The heat does damage your skin during this time of the season. Actually it's cheaper to purchase your things through credit card rather than cash when converted to local currency.

If you have allergies or for emergency purposes, bring necessary medications with you like vitamins (it is important to get as much vitamin c), aspirins etc. If you're going away for longer than 3 weeks or so, make time for check up a month before just to make sure that you're fit to travel.

If you want to redeem your tax, you can fill in the form at the airport, but make sure you're early to avoid being in a rush.

It won't be a problem to get anything liquid and keep it in your check in luggage. It's only a no-no when it comes to hand carry bags.

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I went Malacca last week. A DAY trip. Just found out a lil problem of CLOTHING. Eventhough a day trip, just try to bring another EXTRA set of CLOTH in case for out door activities especially rain & etc. It will be comfortable the way u go home.
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Travelling to UK is no fun at all now...


Bad news for budget travellers to UK, they only allow one bag on board. Even if it's your laptop bag or your handbag --> that's the bag! Others should be checked in, even tho you've most valuables in them. Result: you need to pay for excess luggage.

For continental European travel, a laptop bag is a laptop bag, and hand-carry bag is another item. You can carry both onboard, provided that nothing liquid is inside it.

Intercontinental European travel is easier and worthier. They won't even check your passport at immigration (they check only upon check in), except for Switzerland.

And yes, airport security is tighter in UK than anywhere else in Europe... I spoke to one of the security officers in Duesseldorf, they said that they hate the UK policy so much now.

For an extensive search of budget worldwide travel;
http://www.whichbudget.com/

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QUOTE(ky_khor @ Aug 16 2006, 06:22 PM)
is there possible to join a tour if u got only urself - 1 pax? i checked lotsa agency (via web) most of them min 2 pax.

is it possible to "tumpang" tour trip?
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We provide comprehensive travel information including general travel tips, cultural backgrounds and practices, travel itineraries and information on various choices of accommodations in Malaysia including hotels, resorts, inns, hostels, and backpacker inns, along with star ratings, rates, facilities, services, locations and photographs.

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anyone know any place in KL or website that i can look for some tour package ? wanna go somewhere ( Thailand or Bali ) but don't know how to start sad.gif thanks

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Guys need some advice here.

I haven't been travelling overseas since they impose the 'no liquid' regulation. So I was wondering, will it be ok if I bring aboard a small bottle of shampoo and face wash? I'm going overseas for only a few days, so I don't see the need to buy a new shampoo when I reach there.

Will they consficate the shampoo? I'm also planning to buy some perfume from overseas as well. Will there be a problem when I bring it back? It's liquid afterall...
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bringing back is not a problem. the problem is when u are there.

dont be mistaken about the no liquid protocol. u are allowed to check in and only limit to 100ml for hand carry. liquid exceeding must be scanned unless u buy mineral water/liquor/wine, then it must be sealed in a see thru plastic type bag with the receipt in a smaller compartment in that see thru bag. i wish i took a pic for u but i tore mine up.
when u handcarry items such as cream/lighter/etcetcetc please declare em by revealing them in a plastic bag given to u upon check in.

dont la handcarry shampoo. for what ? check it in. bring lighter in your hand carry enough , thats if u smoke lol.
if u on international flight, they supply u water in airports and on flight so u have no reason to bring a bottle anyway. there's a water fountain near the smoking lounge in KLIA anyway. actually 2.


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One question here:

First time traveling to Europe during winter. What kind of boots / shoes should I get for walking around? What brand? Where can I get them in KL?

Thanks.
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Just make sure you get thick socks. Buy the most comfortable walking shoes.
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In my opinion, the best way to experience a culture is to do it the backpacker way. It's fine to stay in hotels and all but try to experience as much of the local culture as possible. Walking around is a great way to discover a place.

Camera's are essential la for travelling. Haha all the memories got to be captured. And it's pretty handy to have a travel book guide (Lonely Planet is good)
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Here's my six take (with respect to money) if you're travelling to Indonesia. For other articles on Germany and Japan, check out our Travels section here. smile.gif

1) Wise Luggage Choice

We were surprised to find how willing the locals were at the airports to help load our luggages into the van. However, my father was quick to point out to all of us, NOT to allow them to do so. These helpers come at a cost. They are not helpful for no reason, and they will persistently push you for payment after helping you with your luggages, and insist that it is not adequate with the weight that they had lifted.

Therefore, it is highly recommended to use a roller luggage when you are travelling. They are much more convenient to carry around and therefore eliminates the need for assistance.


2) Know Your Currency Convertion Factor

Firstly, it is very important to shop around for the best conversion rate whenever you get your Rupiah. Personal Money in their November 2007 issue highlighted several Bureau de Change that offers the best rates and how to get the most out of your money for your perusal.

Secondly, now that you have your Rupiah, identify the convertion factor. When we exchanged our RM for Rp, Rp 1 000 000 = RM 364. Therefore, the convertion factor was 1000000/364, which is about 2747.25. Let's round it up to 2750. So, whenever you go shopping and if you need a quick check on how much the item is worth in Malaysia, simply pop your calculator, and divide the X amount of Rupiah by the conversion factor, which in this case is 2750.

For example, a shirt priced at Rp89,500. Divide that by 2750, and you'll know that it costs about RM 32.55


3) Be Nice To Your Tour Guide & Miscellaneous Spending
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What's the 'liquid' policy for flying to Thai, I mean the shampoo, skincare products & liquid makeups etc? Some told me you just need to put them in the plastic bag they provided and you can carry them onboard. But a friend told me they will be confiscated unless we check them in.
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If you carry it on plane must put in a plastic that they provided la. cargo no need.
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QUOTE(flameboy3 @ Mar 27 2008, 06:51 PM)
If you carry it on plane must put in a plastic that they provided la. cargo no need.
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is there any traveling discount card?...for hotel/food/airlines & etc?... cool2.gif
let say going for backpacking...is there any rebate/discount/special card for membership that can be use worldwide?... rolleyes.gif
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I'm going to drive a car at Yogyakarta.Staying there for 5days.Anyone can give me some tips on dat?thnx
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QUOTE(unknowndevices @ Apr 5 2008, 03:15 AM)
is there any traveling discount card?...for hotel/food/airlines & etc?... cool2.gif
let say going for backpacking...is there any rebate/discount/special card for membership that can be use worldwide?... rolleyes.gif
or there isn't such thingy?... hmm.gif
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http://www.ymcakl.com/

and also if you are a student.
u can apply student advantage card for US or ISIC card for UK and Australia. =)
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IMPLEMENTATION OF LAG(LIQUIDS, AEROSOLS, GELS)

ALL INTERNATIONAL DEPARTING FLIGHTS OUT OF MALAYSIA irregardless transiting or chartered flights. All liquids, gels or aerosols containers of not more than 100ml EACH shall be required to be carried in one standard re-sealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity not exceeding 1 liter. Which means you can carry one few 100ml separate transparent bottles but NOT exceeding 1lit altogether. The plastic bag must be presented separately from your hand luggage and other items such as coats, jackets or lap tops at the security x-ray checkpoint.

All liquids, gels or aerosols purchased from Airport Shops/Duty Free in the security restricted areas of the terminal on the day of travel. Items must be placed in standard Security Tamper-Evident Bags (STEBs) with receipt attached to it as Proof of Purchase.

Passengers must carry only small quantities of liquids, gels or aerosols items that they want to bring into the aircraft cabin using a small size, transparent and re-sealable plastic bag measuring, 20.5 cm by 20.5 cm, 25 cm by 15 cm or 21 cm by 17.5 cm or get one at the airport.Other extra liquids, gels or aerosols should be kept in their checked in baggage.

Medicines, baby food/milk and special dietary requirement required on board during the flight, are allowed (must be verified by airport security) and do not need to be carried in the transparent, re-sealable plastic bag.
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And I can precise they REALLY checked on the liquid policy in all the airports I have been recently (China, Europe, India).

I have seen people having to leave behind bottles of wine, shampoo or to quickly drink their tea in front of the custom.

Do not take any risk and just put everything in the checkin, you do not need Shampoo and co inside the plane. Ladies, your make up will be gone or all dried up because of the pressurization, do not bother about it before your get your bag back on the other side.

Do not think you can talk your way out of it, they seems to be really really particular about this regulation.

If you need medication and stuff in the plane, you better bring a letter from your doctor or something stating this is needed for the trip itself. Cough sirop will not do.
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does the LAG policy affect domestic travel ie, KLIA to Langkawi?
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is there any problem or tips i need to know carrying camera TRIPOD? can i hand carry it?

edit: i mean during international flight...

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This is a cool forum. Didn't know that Low Yat have a travel thread. Am a newbie here. Cheers! rclxms.gif
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does anyone where to book tiket online? other than MAS/AirAsia?? something like airfares.sg but in malaysia with departure from KLIA?

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i am newbie too... just knew here not long ago.... tongue.gif
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First, ready your transportation funds for you or if you’re together with your family. Second would be, pick the appropriate type of vehicle that would give you the finest comfort you will get while wandering around. Third, never hesitate to try other means of transportation. Others may give you more satisfaction and provide better accommodation for you. And lastly, do a background check on the different transportation service available in the market. Always remember, safety first when traveling.



Through accessing hotlines and with just a call away there are different transportation resources ready to assist you anytime and anywhere.

In addition to this, there are also available websites that you can visit online which gives further information on the different transportation services present around Florida. Visiting websites hosting transportation services makes it a lot easier for you to be assisted accurately anytime of the day.

Likewise, if you’re on a tight budget, availing low rates of sedan service is not a bad choice. Getting cheaper services is also a good idea; it’s the good service that matters and this is what transportation services in Florida guarantee to customers. As long as you or your whole family finds comfort while traveling, the enjoyment that you get is what’s important.


Newark airport limousine service
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my opinion... bring big lugauge and little clothes coz gonna fill the rest of the space with shopping thingy.... since clothes can send to dobi smile.gif
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I found that there are lots of travel tips in Malaysia Airlines's blog: www.malaysiaairlinesblog.com
for those who travel with toddlers can check on this article in MAS's blog: How to prepare toddler for long haul flights, good reference smile.gif

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hi guys, am going to travel to kl in january. wanna buy some shirts for cny as well as go sight seeing around. been a long time since i go to kl. i need some help in some areas. btw, i'm going with 5 pax inclusive myself.

1) wad's the cheapest way to get to genting, and wont take too long (*morning flight, should reach LCCT by or b4 noon)

2) wad's the cheapest way and also fastest, to reach Berjaya Times Square (BTS) from genting?

3) from BTS to LCCT? tongue.gif

4) i heard from few frens tat using meter taxi is safer, but some of my frens argue back tat if we use meter, they might also bring us "holan holan" few roundabouts to add more cash to the meter? should i op for if i were to go to some malls (*like say, BTS to 1u or mid valley or sunway lagoon)

really appreciate all the replies as i need as much option as possible for me to survey. juz booked my tickets juznow. biggrin.gif
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Some things i practice ..

1. Bring polyster tees. They dry very fast after a wash & can be worn the nxt day.
2. Bring a thin cotton tee - use it for sweaty activities.
3. Bring a 100ml bath shampoo - in case some cheapo hostel does not provide soap. It can be used for washing shirts too & 100ml is enough for 1 wk.
4. To dry washed clothes - roll them like a a swissroll layered with a dry towel. It will dry faster.
5. Buy a hp cam - with 5mp nowdays, the quality is better than some cameras. And u can just flip if out of the pocket for candid moments, so much less hassle + spacesaving. Inconspicous so that ur not identified as a tourist.
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QUOTE(ky_khor @ Jul 4 2008, 03:19 AM)
is there any problem or tips i need to know carrying camera TRIPOD? can i hand carry it?

edit: i mean during international flight...
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Tripods are one hell of a hassle to carry it. I usually don't even carry them (even though sometimes I wish I have). If you're talking about mini tripods for compact cameras, then by all means bring them tongue.gif

If you know there is definitely a need, then get one of those lighter ones. Not the best quality, but holds up my 70-200L well enuff for the occasional shot.


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Got any tips for buying backpacks in JB, using it for holiday in Pulau Perhentian.
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guys.... how to check what is the rate for using credit card oversea?

do they charge fees? what is the conversion rate?

http://www.directaccess.com.my/index.php?c...c_s&ac=1&tpt=da

from here check the last in the table.... no admin fee charged.
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QUOTE(jasz_24 @ Aug 22 2008, 07:16 PM)
i am newbie too...  just knew here not long ago....  tongue.gif
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well,i want to share my travel experience to scotland. due to it's cold,i went there last summer,but it was bout 6 to 8 degree celcius during daytime and 0 degree celcius at night,it's freezing cold,so,sufficient winter clothing is a
must. my friends and i drove there (we were studying in England),so map's crucial (before going there we've done alot of seraching from the internet for the famous sight-seeing places,food etc.,i really think that it's necessary to search for info before travelling). due to the humidity there is low, body lotion is crucial for girls. Others stuff like carrying enough money and clothes...last but not least, our persoanl safety is very important,so i think it's better to travel in a group...happy travelling... laugh.gif
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Me and my family (my wife and a toddler) came back from Sydney 2 weeks ago. Its a great city but its airport immigration was horrible. we were held up more than 2hrs in the airport. being questioned rudely. movement restrained. our effort to seek clarification ignored. frankly i do not think australia welcome everyone as tourist into their country. why do i think that way? i filed complaint after i got back to their immigration, to a third party complaint bureau, to their tourism board. they gave standard answer. they have done nothing wrong. and me and my family do not deserve apology.

if u still think oz is a good destination, do a lot of preparation for their immgiration questioning. make sure u hv u stomach full before clearing the immgiration and bladder empty as well. bring along your graduate degree, job appointment letter, fix deposit cert, your house grant, etc. show them you live like a king in your home country. if not they will think you are going to stay and beg in their street and wont go.
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QUOTE(don^don @ Sep 29 2008, 11:41 PM)
hi guys, am going to travel to kl in january. wanna buy some shirts for cny as well as go sight seeing around. been a long time since i go to kl. i need some help in some areas. btw, i'm going with 5 pax inclusive myself.

1) wad's the cheapest way to get to genting, and wont take too long (*morning flight, should reach LCCT by or b4 noon)

2) wad's the cheapest way and also fastest, to reach Berjaya Times Square (BTS) from genting?

3) from BTS to LCCT? tongue.gif

4) i heard from few frens tat using meter taxi is safer, but some of my frens argue back tat if we use meter, they might also bring us "holan holan" few roundabouts to add more cash to the meter? should i op for if i were to go to some malls (*like say, BTS to 1u or mid valley or sunway lagoon)

really appreciate all the replies as i need as much option as possible for me to survey. juz booked my tickets juznow. biggrin.gif
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You can take a bus, maybe Skybus or Aerobus, from LCCT to KL Sentral Station. Once you reach KL Sentral Station, you can use the Genting Express Bus service to go to Genting Highlands. If you are traveling in group, you can read the info on SkyVans.

FROM http://www.lcct.com.my/lcct_help_index.php

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can anyone teach me how to choose the size of luggage i really got no idea ??i am goin for a one week trip to oversea..do you think a size 24' is sufficient..

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QUOTE(don^don @ Sep 29 2008, 11:41 PM)
hi guys, am going to travel to kl in january. wanna buy some shirts for cny as well as go sight seeing around. been a long time since i go to kl. i need some help in some areas. btw, i'm going with 5 pax inclusive myself.

1) wad's the cheapest way to get to genting, and wont take too long (*morning flight, should reach LCCT by or b4 noon)

2) wad's the cheapest way and also fastest, to reach Berjaya Times Square (BTS) from genting?

3) from BTS to LCCT? tongue.gif

4) i heard from few frens tat using meter taxi is safer, but some of my frens argue back tat if we use meter, they might also bring us "holan holan" few roundabouts to add more cash to the meter? should i op for if i were to go to some malls (*like say, BTS to 1u or mid valley or sunway lagoon)

really appreciate all the replies as i need as much option as possible for me to survey. juz booked my tickets juznow. biggrin.gif
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Cheapest way is from skybus depart from sentral station
Faster way is via taxi but negotiate a lfixed sum figure if u scared them take you longer route
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shakehead.gif shakehead.gif if you can travel 3 time at 2009 may try this

RM599 get 3 country vacation Combo peckage

Ggogo Combo package offers you "One Price Three Holidays". Whichmeans, you just paid one price and will get 3 different country vacation trip.

http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/845117

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sure all of you take photo during trips rite ?
so wats ur memory size? did you bring extra? how many u bring? take in how many mega pixel ?
or its better for bring the notebook along so i can clean the memory card every nite at hotel

EDIT : sory , it take photo with camera ...

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QUOTE(Hinika @ Jan 9 2009, 07:01 AM)
sure all of you take phone during trips rite ?
so wats ur memory size? did you bring extra? how many u bring?
or its better for bring the notebook along so i can clean the memory card every nite at hotel
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I didnt check-in my luggage as i use backpack and carry on board. I bring my 100ml perfume but is just left around 50ml. So what should i do????


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QUOTE(Putraskyline @ Jan 9 2009, 12:15 PM)
For me my 8GB phone memory is enough to cover my vacation which almost at 4d3n.
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I didnt check-in my luggage as i use backpack and carry on board. I bring my 100ml perfume but is just left around 50ml. So what should i do????
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if u guys wanna save on food.. a rice cooker will take care of all ur problems.. smile.gif
just make sure u dun use other electrical things such as the tv/hairdryer while cooking..
can fry bee hun, boil soup, cook rice, cook maggie mee.. especially when the foreign food doesnt suit ur taste..
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rice cooker?how on earth you fit it into bag?

for me the way I save when I go travel

in the morning always get a bottle of mineral water, chocolate bars and get croissant to eat in the morning.

if possible find a cheap place that serve great breakfast.eat as much as possible.

for transport, always utilized public transport. I always check ahead if there's 3 days transport for x prices

and for public attraction, the same thing.some city has like 10 attraction for a price and sometimes it even inclusive of public transport.

and I used hotwire and whatever programs that can keep track of any possible cut off in hotels rate.

or even better, I stayed with my friends.
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QUOTE(milleu @ Feb 4 2009, 02:00 PM)
rice cooker?how on earth you fit it into bag?

for me the way I save when I go travel

in the morning always get a bottle of mineral water, chocolate bars and get croissant to eat in the morning.

if possible find a cheap place that serve great breakfast.eat as much as possible.

for transport, always utilized public transport. I always check ahead if there's 3 days transport for x prices

and for public attraction, the same thing.some city has like 10 attraction for a price and sometimes it even inclusive of public transport.

and I used hotwire and whatever programs that can keep track of any possible cut off in hotels rate.

or even better, I stayed with my friends.
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Rice cooker to big-lah..why all the hassle, Just packed any instant cup noodles & boil it inside the hotel room..I've been doing this for those hotels without breakfast & far from eateries for ages...

Another way I hv think off but din try yet is get those small induction cooker & also a small iron bowl & it will fit nicely inside backpack..light & easy to carry...Well I'm still looking for this small tiny induction cooker...can't find anywhere yet..or if hv too pricey compare to thise RM150+ at hypermarket/jusco

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I see. yeah I just have a small backpack or roller bag. Travel by myself or a group of friends for a week. Not much space for anything else big.

We prefer to discover the local fare instead of eating maggie. The most we did is buy bread and peanut butter.That's it.

Anyway, depending on where you choose to eat, you don't have to lug out around all this equipment or maggie.

In the states, I get a full breakfast at a cheap diner or cafe for around 4 dollar.

Coffee, double hashbrown with cheese and onion,toast and eggs.

Isn't that cheap for 4 dollars?
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rice cooker during travel.

gotta try that.

i bring toaster oven b4.
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when u go travelling it's a must to try out their local food.. but then with our currency so low.. eating seems like very expensive.. a lot of ppl spend the most on eating other than hotel rooms..

we normally rent a car and drive around the whole country when we go for holiday.. so it's no problem with big luggage. laugh.gif

never tried bringing toaster oven before.. my dad say wanna bring microwave next time travel.. rclxub.gif

imo, eating maggie everyday for a month can do damage to ur health.. unsure.gif

when my mom first heard from her friend to bring rice cooker for travel.. she also kena shock.. they have been traveling for ages and never even think about bringing rice cooker along.. and now the rice cooker is the first thing they pack.. bring a boiler too.. some cheaper hotel/motel dun have boiler also.. icon_rolleyes.gif
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I'm going to China for 4++ months. I had some problem regarding the money.

If my parents want to bank in money for me to China, how is the money will be transferred to China? I understand that I might need a bank account there, but can any local banks here in Malaysia transfer the money to the banks in China? Please help notworthy.gif
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well you can use your current bank card to draw the money but of course there's charges for it.

check your bank if they have a deal with any bank in china. if so there's no charge whatsoever.

i know that when i'm in germany and deustche bank have a deal with bank of america so no charge for withdrawing my money.
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i know there's a Bank of China in KL (Plaza OSK). you might want to ask if a direct deposit in Malaysia Ringgit will convert to RMB for withdrawal when you're in China.
or what I do usually is have my family in Malaysia wire money (in USD or EUROs) from Maybank or Standard Chartered to my bank account in China. Bank of China is very efficient as far as receiving foreign wires is concerned. when you confirm the wire transfer is in your account, go ahead and have it converted into RMB.

there are tons of Bank of China branches all over the China, so it's quite convenient.
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I am the kind of guy who gets hungry in the middle of the night and most of the time, the service apartment I stay at only provides a refrigerator and an electric water kettle. I've grown tired of having cup noodles but after a few years of traveling, I found a few more appetizing alternatives:


1. More of the "just add water" cuisine: I normally steer away from cup noodles because dehydrated corn bits are not appetizing. However, there are other varieties, and depending on where you go, you can find things like instant porridge, or honey flavoured nestum.

Preparation: Heat up water in kettle. Add to cup.



2. Pasta: So when I'm craving for real cooked food, I boil some angel hair pasta in the water kettle. Now do remember to keep an eye on the kettle at ALL times because it will over flow. When the bubbles come up, just switch off the kettle, let the pasta sit in the hot water until it is cooked. I specifically mentioned ANGEL HAIR pasta because its thinner and easier to cook than spaghetti or other noodles.

Preparation: Boil angel hair in kettle. Drain water. Mix in sauce (I use Prego) while noodles are still hot. Eat.



3. Fresh fruits: Easy to peel ones like bananas, oranges, apples... you get the idea. Coconuts are absolutely out of the question.

Preparation: Wash. Bite.



4. The cold cut sandwich: Cold cuts are ready to eat. I always check the packaging if it is because I'm dubious about cold meats. Examples of cold cuts: Bologna, smoked or plain turkey ham, etc. Groceries will have this in the chiller section next to the dairy products.

Preparation: You can put your cold cuts straight on your bread, but I like mine warm so I boil the cut in the water kettle till it is nice and hot. I like to use whole wheat breads or french baguettes. Slice that up with my trusty swiss knife, throw on the cold cuts with some olives, fresh lettuce, cheese and mustard. Eat.




Just remember: Its easier to clean the kettle right after you use it.

If you have other ideas, I'd love to read about them here. smile.gif
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always wear comfy shoes. i always bring my Havaianas flip-flops wherever i go. it's useful inside hotel room. or when go to swimng pool or beach . or even when airport .. so comy even with jeans. can't travel without it.
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QUOTE(elb @ Feb 10 2006, 04:47 AM)
I don't think I can quite do that with my SLR setup. It, along with my tripod, sticks out like a sore thumb LOL. I haven't run into trouble so far yet carrying it around with my travels luckily smile.gif *touch wood*

Speaking about that, I think I'll put up a little post about travel photography (with regards to SLRs) later tongue.gif
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my problem about shampoo , skincare too .... but i go langkawi only

i oso will handcarry bag...so they will check oso ? bcos i not going overseas...just langkawi ...

if all shampoo ,skincare i put in small bottle... ok rite?
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in Guangzhou Taxi driver are quite bad, "cut" people like cut carrot!! hehe


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QUOTE(Felice821 @ Jan 22 2009, 12:01 PM)
I didnt check-in my luggage as i use backpack and carry on board. I bring my 100ml perfume but is just left around 50ml. So what should i do????
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is there any problem or tips i need to know carrying camera TRIPOD? can i hand carry it?

edit: i mean during international flight...
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QUOTE(Hinika @ Jan 9 2009, 07:01 AM)
sure all of you take photo during trips rite ?
so wats ur memory size? did you bring extra? how many u bring? take in how many mega pixel ?
or its better for bring the notebook along so i can clean the memory card every nite at hotel

EDIT : sory , it take photo with camera ...
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I carry 2-5x of 16GB SDHC cards depending on length of trip (1 ultra-fast Class 6 card, the rest are the cheapest I can find - Class 4). My new DSLR is a 12mp camera, and at max reso and highest JPG quality, each 16GB card can fit about 2200 pics. So far I've never even come close to filling up the cards. But with this new camera, I noticed I tend to take many multiple shots especially of scenery/buildings (I have it set at 2.5-4.5fps continuous shots), as this allows me to pick the best pic of the lot when I want to email it out or post it online to FB or elsewhere.

I also carry 10mp point & shoot waterproof camera that uses SDHC cards, so my 2-5 cards are used for both cameras.
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Any of you using DSLR camera tend to bring tripod along? Still think whether i shud bring full-length tripod or just bring a small flexi tripod for my solo trip.

Very troublesome to bring it around but really really need it when taking low light shot.
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i hav a tip for female travellers.. i got this from a fellow air stewardess friend.

it's for ladies who wants to bring more than 1 handbag outstation ! to save space in your luggage, u can put all ur skincare and cosmetics into the extra handbag that u are bringing wit u in the luggage.
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It is really a tough choice. Being a wise photographer, you have to decide what would u want to take today/this trip, unless u dont mind to carry everything on you. So, it is really your own choice.



QUOTE(Assassin @ Apr 16 2009, 09:51 PM)
Any of you using DSLR camera tend to bring tripod along? Still think whether i shud bring full-length tripod or just bring a small flexi tripod for my solo trip.

Very troublesome to bring it around but really really need it when taking low light shot.
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Added on April 22, 2009, 3:19 pmI have a tip for hotel stay too. Make sure you book the 'non-smoking' floor if you are a non-smoker. This is why:

Usually there are not more than 2 floors out of the xxth floors of the hotel. Usually a floor for low-rated rooms and another for high-rated rooms. Last year I booked a room on the NS floor, but upon check in they cant find a room booked under my name althought they verified my booking ID and the staff was sweating and dunno what to do. So i tried to be polite for a while and then I raised my voice for a little higher, immediately Im being put on top of the higher rated NS floor and I get to stay at the best room of the hotel on the NS floor cos most of the other lower rated rooms were fully booked. tongue.gif

I managed to stay in that corner room with great view for many nights by only paying the promotional rate of a 3 star hotel on a 5 stars hotel tongue.gif



QUOTE(seriousbuyer @ Apr 18 2009, 10:24 AM)
i hav a tip for female travellers.. i got this from a fellow air stewardess friend.

it's for ladies who wants to bring more than 1 handbag outstation ! to save space in your luggage, u can put all ur skincare and cosmetics into the extra handbag that u are bringing wit u in the luggage.
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Added on April 22, 2009, 3:29 pmThere are many types of waist pouches nowadays which comes in nude (skin) colour, sweat(water-proof)-free design, light and thin, for travelers to wear close to your body (neck/breast/waist). it is best to be carry all of your important personal belongs, especially passport.

2) It is best to have a copy of all of your personal ID, especially passports of you and your family, wedding certificates, child birth cert., at least 2 photos of each travelers, as well as a copy of all credit cards that is coming with you in the trip. I usually make two sets of these info before travel into small plastic zipped bags. One in the backpack on board and one in the luggage shippped. This is to avoid hassle if you have accident/lost of PP during the journey.

3) Make sure you know all local info/language to any emergency helps: eg police, hospital, embassy in foreign language, even your home country's name, Malaysia, Asia, etc... It sounds and written in different way.

To travel meaning to have an opened minded heart and mind smile.gif)



QUOTE(wlcling @ Feb 7 2006, 12:23 PM)
How about passport? Its not recommended to leave in Hotels is it? But what if you bring it out, and it gets stolen/drops out? Would it be safe to keep it with Hotel Reception or what?

After all, waist pouches are kinda out of fashion (to me anyways..) smile.gif
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guys.. how do you pass the time when u spend like 20 hours in a plane?? can share? and what should i pack in the cabin bag besides extra clothing, camera and laptop.. should i pack snacks? meds? books? anything important i left out?
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A few humble experiences I would like to share smile.gif :

NOTE: These are not paranoid steps but rather cautious steps. Cautious-do this in case something happens. Paranoid-something bad is happening.

i) Roll your clothes to save space and put fragile products in between the cloth(rolled up) rather than between clothes . This way you save space and your clothes act as a plastic bag of some sort

ii)Be wary of ANY help from people in any situation. I think another forumer also touched on this. Human altruism does NOT exist in airports.lol. Always reject politely whenever someone offers some help especially if its' regarding your luggage transportation

iii)Do always keep your luggage near you-at all times. Even when you are getting a cup of coffee, do not put it beside you,put it opposite you(on a seat prefably) where you can see. I can attest to this, lots of my friends and friends of friends have had their hand luggage stolen while they were reading a book or talking because they put their luggage on the side of a arm chair.

iv)Be wary also of any inquiries. Let me share something with you, while I was at the airport going to Bora Bora Islands,,this guy came up to me and started asking me about terminals. I of course peered at his ticket to see the terminal number. While doing so I could feel a slight tug...almost unnoticable..I turned around and saw someone reaching into my pockets. BEWARE: pickpockets DO NOT act alone!!! Thank god my wallet or passport wans't stolen.

v)NO expensive gadgets for short term trips-not worth it. Keep your Apple Mac and etc at home. Only things you truly need for short term trips (e.g. 4 days in new york)- passport,cash,debit card and phone. Another experience: while staying at an inn during my stay in Times Square-these few party animals came bk at 4.30 am. I awoke a bit due to the noise when I heard one of them say, " Hey dudes take the computer now" . Another said,"Where is it?" Then another said,"It's in the bag" Luckily,they were too drunk, if they had come closer to my bunk I would have confronted them. So even if it's a short trip-leave your laptop etc at home unless necessary.

vi)Mugging-yes I have been mugged once. Again luckily, it was only 10 bucks after I had spent all my cash on watching the Wicked musical. hoho tongue.gif But yeah, ppl in NY are less likely to help when you are getting mugged,,,,so basically if you are a tourist-call the cops if you really want to report but honestly, if you are spending like a week there nothing much can be done tbh. I just shrugged my 10 bucks off and took a good night rest.

vii)DO not try to fight back. It will not end nicely. These are foreign streets my friend,you might beat them up but trust me the rest of your holiday week is gonna be paranoid like hell=watchinge very corner is some gang is gonna jump on you. Be wise and not foolish

viii)Be VERY WARY of BLACK ppl in the states. okay,I know I am going to get some bashing for saying this but as I quote Russel Peters, "I don't make the stereotypes,I see them" Please my friends, I am not a racist and I think the black community is very talented and contributes to society actually-but there is the other end who have grown up in bad sociological conditions and thus act out this way. I am NOT blaming the race but their sociological conditions.

a)I once saw a group of black kids trying to "sell" their album. they asked for donation for change konon. So I gave them 10-the cd was 2 bucks. Straight after handing them the 10 they said,,,oh you know we need the donations for our album-ok basically,they kept the whole 10 bucks. I then asked a New Yorker and he said these ppl are everywhere. they will ask for some cash for change but will not give change but keep everything. Be careful and just politely reject and move on from street sellers

b)Again,,had to be black. Me and my friend were touring the south-we were at Memphis Music fest when this black guy said he could help with directions. So of course, we asked where the Fall Out Boy stage was at, he said he needed some change first before he could tell us the directions. My friend gave him 20-his only dollar and the guy suddenly said,"Oh i'm homeless dude,I gotta keep this 20 for my wife and family". He then proceeded to walk away.

c)My friend went New York-also got mugged by group of 5 black guys. Oh btw, the earlier mugging of mine was a group of 3 black guys.

d)My roommate,Sean, went to Florida for Spring holidays. Black man came up to him to ask for a cigaratte,Sean obliged but after that, the black guy asked if he wanted to do Coke-he could sell.

e)Similar incident,,I tried a cuban cigar..while walking down Times Square a black guy came up to me and asked if I would like drugs-he could get it for me.

f)final bad experience with black person on street-I was walking home one late night alone when these few black guys walking the opposite way looked at me and one of em took out a knife. I am not lying or exaggerating. I quickly went into the nearest restaurant just before crossing their path.

These all are true recounts of my traveling life-although I have been to NY like 12 times and always partied until 3 so maybe the probability of these bad experiences are more. Of course I know plenty of friends who have gone and came back all mug free.

Again, I am not trying to instill fear or paranoia-just caution. I actually have lots of black friends in my uni which I am studying at right now. Just be wary of people who live on the streets and take desperate measures to get cash-it's a normal human survival trait.

I say black because of all my travel experiences-I have yet to be mugged or scammed on the street by an Asian,Latino or White.




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Can anyone give me some advice or can recommend me a hotel/B&B in Venice and Paris?
I am looking for a hotel/B&B nearby Metro in Paris?any suggestion

maybe any of you can share your experience if you've been to these places.
was thinking of somewhere to stay not to expensive,clean and convenient...

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How about passport? Its not recommended to leave in Hotels is it? But what if you bring it out, and it gets stolen/drops out? Would it be safe to keep it with Hotel Reception or what?

After all, waist pouches are kinda out of fashion (to me anyways..) smile.gif
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anyone knoe how to call bac Malaysia from switzerland? any cheapest way?
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hii..I'll be go oversea to further my studies soon..i wish to know..for multivitamins...flax seed oil etc...as i bought a few glass bottle( 5 in total for half year supplement) of it...may i know i should put them in handcarry or check in luggage?

and am i allowed to take out those vitamins and put them in other plastic ware as it save some weight..

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Im going to UK soon to study . Anyone knows that what stuff is illegal . in terms of illegal stuff i meant softwares in laptop . Do they check ?? if yes how??

Because i have loads of Animes that i want to bring over there. Might save them in a hard disk to prevent from checking.

I want to be more careful because i don't want because of animes i got sent back -.-
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they wont check whats inside ur lappy. Just dont bring drug and alcohol that more than a limit..
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but my fren's sister cant get thru the immigrations when they found out she's using a pirated copied microsoft office .. LOL..

then do they check your hard disk ?
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but my fren's sister cant get thru the immigrations when they found out she's using a pirated copied microsoft office .. LOL..

then do they check your hard disk ?
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Im wondering in KLIA do they scan thru the arrived check-in luggage using Xray? and what if they found something is illegal in malaysia?(but not in other country)
they jus confiscate it? or got other penalty?

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u bring in dildo ?
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In malaysia ...kastam catch u got sex doll or dildo...they confiscate it.


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QUOTE(RegentCid @ Aug 30 2009, 04:44 PM)
In malaysia ...kastam catch u got sex doll or dildo...they confiscate it.
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what if other things like bb gun? confiscate only also?
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BB gun still will dangerous thing (if not proper used ) At Malaysia You need Gun Permit only can bring this BB-Gun go through Kastam . If not will be also confiscate it

( So Far Malaysia to have Gun Permit you need be Pro Hunter or Army or Police then only have qualified to get this Permit)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_gun_laws

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I don't think they scan the arriving luggage from the plane before putting them on the conveyor belt. However, after you collect your luggage, the customs will conduct random checks before you exit to the arrival hall.

So, depends on your luck then. (Not that I'm encouraging you.)
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QUOTE(RegentCid @ Aug 30 2009, 06:49 PM)
BB gun still will dangerous thing (if not proper used ) At Malaysia You need Gun Permit only can bring this BB-Gun go through Kastam . If not will be also confiscate it

( So Far Malaysia to have Gun Permit you need be Pro Hunter or Army or Police then only have qualified to get this Permit)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_gun_laws
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QUOTE(new~b0y @ Aug 30 2009, 11:40 PM)
I don't think they scan the arriving luggage from the plane before putting them on the conveyor belt. However, after you collect your luggage, the customs will conduct random checks before you exit to the arrival hall.

So, depends on your luck then. (Not that I'm encouraging you.)
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ic....cos last time when i arrive at taiwan airport, i dont remember there is customs check my check-in luggage after i collect it from the conveyor rolleyes.gif but im not sure for KLIA as i never come out from thr be4~
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ic....cos last time when i arrive at taiwan airport, i dont remember there is customs check my check-in luggage after i collect it from the conveyor  rolleyes.gif  but im not sure  for KLIA as i never come out from thr be4~
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dismantle it...half put in check in bag..other half carry in pocket..or hand bag.
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For Safert...you need go Malaysia Kastam Headquater ask for more Info...maybe can apply some Permit at there. Ask for any Malaysia Law can allow air gun into malaysia or not. IF you plan buy Air Gun at Taiwan...make sure u need go taiwan emmbersy at Malaysia ask for Info also.

IF Taiwan also not allow Air Gun go through Airport....at Taiwan before you boarding aircraft at Terminal luggage X-Ray scan you got firearm...is dead penalty for you already......you no need come back malaysia you already dead man in taiwan
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under msia law, air gun consider as fire arm as well.

the kastam officer may take away the gun and give u stern warning but if they want press charge, it's dead penalty or long term jail.
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QUOTE(liew_jls @ Aug 31 2009, 04:16 AM)
wah.. don't play play, i saw before ppl got stopped for checking after they collected the luggage from the conveyor in KLIA. seriously don't take the risk.. you will never know what those officer think and how are their mood on that day..
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QUOTE(mercwazza @ Aug 31 2009, 04:24 AM)
dismantle it...half put in check in bag..other half carry in pocket..or hand bag.
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QUOTE(RegentCid @ Aug 31 2009, 12:05 PM)
For Safert...you need go Malaysia Kastam Headquater ask for more Info...maybe can apply some Permit at there.  Ask for any Malaysia Law can allow air gun into malaysia or not.  IF you plan buy Air Gun at Taiwan...make sure u need go taiwan emmbersy at Malaysia ask for Info also.

IF Taiwan also not allow Air Gun go through Airport....at Taiwan before you boarding aircraft at Terminal luggage X-Ray scan you got firearm...is dead penalty for you already......you no need come back malaysia you already dead man in taiwan
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I think no permit will be given as malaysia government stated airgun is illegal. But its legal in taiwan. And all country airport will not allow airgun to be hand carry, only check-in. And i will never handcarry it also~ cos i din plan to rob plane~ biggrin.gif

QUOTE(chamelion @ Aug 31 2009, 03:08 PM)
under msia law, air gun consider as fire arm as well. 

the kastam officer may take away the gun and give u stern warning but if they want press charge, it's dead penalty or long term jail.
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ic....ok..will try to search for history case for this situation. smile.gif
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QUOTE(firedauz @ Sep 1 2009, 02:16 PM)
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ya..i know its illegal in malaysia.but jus wish to prepare for the worst. If only confiscate den its fine, i scare later charge me holding firearm~ sweat.gif
ic....cos last time when i arrive at taiwan airport, i dont remember there is customs check my check-in luggage after i collect it from the conveyor  rolleyes.gif  but im not sure  for KLIA as i never come out from thr be4~
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u went to taiwan but nvr come out from klia???

u swim bek or u stil in taiwan?
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witness a Handsome Jap guys kena stopped at the scanning as bringing too much of prone magazines...

ahahaha it was so funny as he was in front of us.. then all the officers were so excited.. and keep on saying 'hamsap' .. hahaha..they must be enjoying reading confiscated stuffs
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QUOTE(santaclaus @ Sep 9 2009, 11:24 AM)
u went to taiwan but nvr come out from klia???

u swim bek or u stil in taiwan?
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yes, this is my first time out of country by my own. so i never step into klia arrival hall before. Im still at taiwan.
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QUOTE(bonzaimy @ Jul 31 2009, 07:46 AM)
they wont check whats inside ur lappy. Just dont bring drug and alcohol that more than a limit..
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wanna ask

wat limit ??

i plan to bring some antibiotic... sorethroat pill.... panadol when i go to france this coming tuesday
is it allowed?

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small amount allowed inflight..
but if large amount better put in check in luggage..
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lets say got 10 pills... if i put in check in luggage... need to inform them i bring in medicine aka drugs? tongue.gif
hehe

and the 100 ml liquid restriction is just for hand carry bag right ??

check in luggage no restriction ?
plan to bring shampoo.. body shower gel....

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if off the shelf drugs & 10 pills no need..

yes 100ml liquid restriction is strictly followed..
they will ask you to place it in a bin before boarding if found on you at the security checkpoint..

check in luggage no restriction.. i had a shoe bag full of toiletries and all was intact when i arrived at my destination..
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when go to pulau perhentian / pulau rendang?
which beautiful??
wah i alway see pic there very nice. hope can go there next year haha...

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add something from page 1.

1. DO NOT leave your electronic gadgets e.g. iphone, ipod, camera, laptop in the room even it is still charging or no battery. You bring them over and you should carry them all the way

The followings are always told by my mom and I always followed it:

1. When sleeping, put your wallet and passport under your pillow (Just don't forget next day to take it out!) if you are travel with tour and same room with strangers.

2. If you carrying a backpack, carry it in front! Hug it when you at crowded places to avoid snatch thives! (I always did this even in local because I don't like to put my wallet behind my pocket! hahaha)

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QUOTE(beck_ken @ Nov 9 2009, 11:15 PM)
2. If you carrying a backpack, carry it in front! Hug it when you at crowded places to avoid snatch thives! (I always did this even in local because I don't like to put my wallet behind my pocket! hahaha)
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LoL, let me tell you my experience as a frequent business traveller. It will attract more ppl to rob or steal ur bag if you carry it in front. The locals will thought that you have large amount of $$$ in ur bag and that's why u need to carry it in such a odd way.

My advice is just act normal. Even you have few thousands in ur bag, just carry it the normal relax way.

The more you afraid, the higher the chance for you to get robbed.

Otherwise, dun carry any bag. If rain, just buy an umbrella or wait till the rain stops, if thirsty, just buy a bottle of water (wont cause u much la), if wanna take pics, just use ur phone. I always go empty handed while travelling.

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guys, and girls,
have any of you thought about how to bring your liquids (shampoo, lotion, bla bla bla...) with you on a flight?
I'm thinking of filling them into small plastic containers, but I can't seem to find any suitable ones...
I found come at DAISO, but they were of the round tube kind and quite rigid, then I found the 3-1-1 Totally Compliant Carry-on Kit...
but isn't it too excessive to pay near RM 100 for 10 plastic bottles? can anyone tell me where to find plastic bottles like those in the kit, will be GREATLY appreciated...
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I always bring my toothpaste whenever i fly, but only those mini ones they give out in hotel rooms / flights. Not the huge tubes. But i've experienced whereby they confiscate my deodorant, as the limit is only 100ml (per can i think. not the overall total).

whcih airline are you taking? sometimes air asia a bit sot sot, sometimes they wont require to scan your hand luggage, sometimes they do.
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put in check in luggage....
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i dont bother. all my trips are above 10 days and i'd rather travel light. go there buy , use, throw, done.
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eiiii why so susah..as one guy said earlier..u can bring as much as u want just put inside your check-in baggage can liao.

merging this soon to the pinned topic...on traveling tips smile.gif

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thats the thing, I DON'T WANT to check in my luggage
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thats the thing, I DON'T WANT to check in my luggage
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1. Check-in luggage can be easily lost
2. Check-in luggage handled by porters are thrown around
3. Check-in luggage encourages you to bring more than you need
4. I prefer carry ons

And, quoted directly from onebag.com:
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QUOTE(Tsukiyomi001 @ Dec 6 2009, 01:57 AM)
guys, and girls,
have any of you thought about how to bring your liquids (shampoo, lotion, bla bla bla...) with you on a flight?
I'm thinking of filling them into small plastic containers, but I can't seem to find any suitable ones...
I found come at DAISO, but they were of the round tube kind and quite rigid, then I found the 3-1-1 Totally Compliant Carry-on Kit...
but isn't it too excessive to pay near RM 100 for 10 plastic bottles? can anyone tell me where to find plastic bottles like those in the kit, will be GREATLY appreciated...
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u can those small plastic bottles at Guardian, Watson, etc.
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really? thanks, I'll go n have a look ^ ^
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bring a small bag pack and the rest buy over there!

*keep buying and sending back all your dirty clothing to wash* .. Afterall, it's holiday. Unless you're going on a business trip.
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Hey i just read from the net that as Malaysian, we can't bring more than RM10,000 (or equivalent worth of currency) when we are leaving Malaysia for holidays, is it true?
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Anyone know if I can bring MSC or Mr.Super Clear aboard?
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i was told tht i cannot even bring colgate, shampoo or even drinks even on checked in luggage. Can anyone clarify this?

i am a frequent domestic traveler, and as far as i concerned these items cannot bring abroad hand carry but can bring in as checked in. Since this is international flight, i need to know what can bring?

how about hair gel, hand lotion, foods like bread, candy, maggie, vono soup packets.

thanks in advance.
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Any; aerosol spray bottles/cans, creams/lotions, deodorants gel/spray, makeup liquid/powder/gels, food brought from home (inc drink) OVER 100 ml.
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means anything that u listed can bring as long as it is BELOW 100ml?

and i assume this is for checked in luggage as well?
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check in luggage no limit one, best play safe dun bring liquid and gel on hand carry. perfume, mineral water, all put in check-in.
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checkin luggage can put ...but hand carry cannot ...
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can... but just brng extra $$$ for coffee... air india.. wat also can

but beware... its gonna be smelly in d plane n ur whole trip...

bring food poisoning pills too...
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Anyone know if I can bring MSC or Mr.Super Clear aboard?
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if it's liquid, you can bring it in a container no larger than 100g/100ml. You can bring multiple containers, as long as they fit into a clear plastic bag whose sides total no more than 80cm. This applies to all liquids.
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ic. tnx for the tips guys... =)
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Any tips for packing up my luggage?? I'm going to US to continue my studies, so going to bring lots of stuff, including some food kind thing, like maggi mee, some seasoning powder and some curry paste. Are they prohibited??
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Hi everyone,

I will be flying AAX and I was wondering how many hand carries can we carry onto the plane? Is it the maximum of 7kgs regardless of how many handcarries?

I will be carrying 1 backpack and 1 laptop bag. Will I be charged extra?

Thanks!
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I always have 2 backpacks for hand luggage, so far never encounter any problems ...if you bring a rollers or duffle, then they might limit it to just one smile.gif

Here's some FAQ from their website : http://www.airasia.com/site/en/faqSearchMain.jsp?nav=6-2

What are the allowable luggage dimensions and weight for Hand Carry & Checked Baggage?
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How many pieces of hand carry luggage can I carry on board the flight?
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can i bring those hk dvd drama along?can put in checked in luggage or hand carry?
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Hi all LY members.
Can anyone know what food we can and cannot bring on the airplane when we depart from LCCT?
I will go to Aus on Tuesday to visit my friends and they ask me to bring some maggi mee for them. Can I bring it by handbag (not sending luggage)?
I tried to call customs to ask but no body answer my call. sad.gif

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call australia customs... not malaysia
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Hi all LY members.
Can anyone know what food we can and cannot bring on the airplane when we depart from LCCT?
I will go to Aus on Tuesday to visit my friends and they ask me to bring some maggi mee for them. Can I bring it by handbag (not sending luggage)?
I tried to call customs to ask but no body answer my call. sad.gif
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I think you can, if the quantity is small (say 1-2 packets?).

I remembered a small list of food prohibited are... eggs, poultry, mung beans (basically seeds). For a full list, check this out my dear: http://www.travelbug.gov.au/documents/What_cant_I_take.pdf

I once brought a whole bar of chocolate and a bag of chips (those supersized ones you see in ang moh countries) and they let me board the plane.


Added on January 22, 2010, 4:51 pmJust wondering guys, where do you usually keep your important belongings (cash, passport, visas ect) while you're hitting the beach? Keep it at the safe of your lodging? O_o Will that be safe enough? Haha guess I'm a little paranoid...

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Hi all, i got a question here.
Due to my MYKAD got problem, i went to Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara near my house (Pahang) and change for it.
Then I've been given a paper with my details as a temporary mykad and i need to wait around 1 month to collect my new MyKad.

The problem now is, my MyKad can be only collect next week and I need to travel to Langkawi from KL LCCT tomorrow.
Anyone know that can I use the temporary IC issued by Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara to travel to Langkawi?

On the temporary IC got my photo, personal details and also my thumb print.
Can anyone tell me.
Im worried later i cannot travel to langkawi using the temporary IC then will dissapointed my friends.
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i think you can use it as its an official document anyway, and you'll most likely get the same IC number anyway.
Besidesl, your driving license do have your IC number too
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They don't check identifications for entering Langkawi for domestic arrivals. The temporary MyCard is also a valid IC should you need to prove your identity and you still have driving licences, Bankcards etc. Unless you look like a Bangladeshi like my friend, then you may need to show MyCard everywhere you go. Ha,ha,ha,ha,ha
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QUOTE(peppermilk @ Jan 22 2010, 04:45 PM)
I think you can, if the quantity is small (say 1-2 packets?).

I remembered a small list of food prohibited are... eggs, poultry, mung beans (basically seeds). For a full list, check this out my dear: http://www.travelbug.gov.au/documents/What_cant_I_take.pdf

I once brought a whole bar of chocolate and a bag of chips (those supersized ones you see in ang moh countries) and they let me board the plane.


Added on January 22, 2010, 4:51 pmJust wondering guys, where do you usually keep your important belongings (cash, passport, visas ect) while you're hitting the beach? Keep it at the safe of your lodging? O_o Will that be safe enough? Haha guess I'm a little paranoid...
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haha...
my friend..she brought like 15 big packs of Chesel chips home..
i'm like... are ucrazy? she is chesel fanatic... LOL

I brought uhm..... milo , oyster sauce , packs of seasoning stuff , instant noodle , bak kut teh stuff.. tea , all these tom yam paste , etc... LOL . i'm bringing in Tamarind paste.. i heard u can't bring it in.. i'll see.. smile.gif

when i go to the beach ? usually i keep my passport and id's in the hotel / guesthouse. I only bring cash and 1 atm card. Nothing else.
Usually i hide in under my towel ... so far so good biggrin.gif
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Sometimes I see people bringing in backpack as hand luggage. Is is OK?
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OK if the backp[ack is small & not heavy - I can't remember how heavy - u can chk in AA website
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QUOTE(stimix @ Mar 29 2010, 09:04 AM)
OK if the backp[ack is small & not heavy - I can't remember how heavy - u can chk in AA website
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For AA, 7kg.
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For AA, 7kg.
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I am not really good in backpacks. If i go for 5L or 7L backpack, can it be allowed?
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QUOTE(peppermilk @ Jan 22 2010, 04:45 PM)
I think you can, if the quantity is small (say 1-2 packets?).

I remembered a small list of food prohibited are... eggs, poultry, mung beans (basically seeds). For a full list, check this out my dear: http://www.travelbug.gov.au/documents/What_cant_I_take.pdf

I once brought a whole bar of chocolate and a bag of chips (those supersized ones you see in ang moh countries) and they let me board the plane.


Added on January 22, 2010, 4:51 pmJust wondering guys, where do you usually keep your important belongings (cash, passport, visas ect) while you're hitting the beach? Keep it at the safe of your lodging? O_o Will that be safe enough? Haha guess I'm a little paranoid...
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Hmm.. I'm planning to bring a whole lunchbox of fried rice with me next time cause the air pressure always makes me feel really hungry upon taking off and the food in AirAsia always not fulfilling. hmm.gif

Can I bring a pillow up and upon arrival, can I pass the UK custom without them decapitating my pillow to see if there's any drugs? You know la.. if taking Airasia, with pillow will be more comfortable in such a long flight. sweat.gif


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Pillow & blanket for sure can. Always brought mine. But food?? Well, if u mean domestic flight u can do it by smuggling in to AA..on Int flight, they will ask you to throw away the whole thing!

& on certain countries for eg..Australia, bringing food stuff (Even you check-in), you not only getting asked to throw or re-post to home country, you will be getting penalty as well.
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QUOTE(stimix @ Apr 9 2010, 09:06 AM)
Pillow & blanket for sure can. Always brought mine. But food?? Well, if u mean domestic flight u can do it by smuggling in to AA..on Int flight, they will ask you to throw away the whole thing!

& on certain countries for eg..Australia, bringing food stuff (Even you check-in), you not only getting asked to throw or re-post to home country, you will be getting penalty as well.
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Penalty? OK.. definitely not bringing any food then. sad.gif
However, there's a few times I saw people eating stuffs on Airasia (on my way to Thailand and Bali) which is definitely not bought on the flight and I didn't see any shop inside waiting area that sells those stuffs. E.g : Krispy Kreme doughnuts (I was drooling over my neighbours doughnuts drool.gif ), King Bakery's cakes. How did they get those on planes? hmm.gif hmm.gif
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hi , newbie here . what are the things not to bring while checking in luggage or hand carry luggage ? i cant find any on the forum
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Try using the "Search topic function on the bottom left of the last post.

key-in "Hand carry" for tips/procedure & link to AA terms & etc

& key in "check in" if u wanna find the procedures & thing to check-in


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Don't know if it was posted anywhere around. I just want to inform all travelers to N.Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and China.

When you return via AirAsia and at LCCT, everyone gets to go through the Green Lane... nice right? Well, not really as everyone would need to scan their bags even at the green lane. So, if you are buying those snake whiskeys, you'd surely get checked.

Even on my recent return from Shanghai/Hangzhou, they scanned every passengers bags and to my surprise, a lot of people were caught unaware of stuff they were bringing in . ie. Chinese wine, herbs and so on...

I'm sure most of you have experienced this. Oh, by the way, when you are going through he international gate, you will see a cabinet of prohibited items displayed, look closely and see a Croba-Wine in a Hennesy vsop bottle there, that is my confiscated bottle from 2 years ago. LOL.


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Didn't know that. I returned from Hanoi last October but didn't have the bags scanned. But will take a look at your Cobra wine next time biggrin.gif

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should i put my skin care into my hand carry or luggage?i saw some conflicting comments so i duno what to do.pls guide me,i plan to buy some skin care from taiwan.thanks

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QUOTE(lemongirl @ Apr 22 2010, 09:51 PM)
should i put my skin care into my hand carry or luggage?i saw some conflicting comments so i duno what to do.pls guide me,i plan to buy some skin care from taiwan.thanks
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Unless the container of your skincare is less than 100ml, otherwise it's better to put into luggage... they have the right to ask you discard your skincare... I mean, why bear that risk? tongue.gif

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I am thinking of bringing some fruits, abalone and fish back to Malaysia from overseas for personal consumption, and to prepare them in freezer boxes few hours before catching my flight. I would probably keep my fish and abalone fresh using dry ice. Please advise:

1. Can I bring these things back to Malaysia?
2. how much I could bring back here?
3. Shall I keep it in check in luggage or carry on luggage?
4. Anyone know how long can my dry ice package maintain?

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i dun think u can bring those raw food woh....only dry stuffs

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i brought back sum fruits n vege b4, herm, if u dare u pack nicely then fold them btw ur clothes n put in the bottom of ur bag.shud be alrite
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I can understand for fruits but fresh fish and abalone? If you absolutely must bring it, have you considered sealing it in a vacuum bag?

Also, for dry ice, have you checked that you can take it onto a flight? Also, I take it you're familiar with handling of it, e.g. venting the packaging etc?
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do we get into trouble if bring travel kit (with medicines eg. BP Lab travel kits ) overseas... ??
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do we get into trouble if bring travel kit (with medicines eg. BP Lab travel kits ) overseas...  ??
scared the sniff dogs...
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Sniff dogs can make different between travel kit and drugs lar biggrin.gif

Just be careful about the no-liquid-in-cabin policy for quite a few countries now, might just be easier to let all your liquid cosmetic or stuff inside the checkin luggage depending where you go
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For AA, 7kg.
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Today I fly AA domestic flight, at the LCCT departure hall entrance gate, I encountered a new scheme from AA to squeezed every ringgit out of the passengers. One red t-shirt AA staff was stationed at the queue and used his hangs to slightly lift up my 21' cabin size hand luggage to estimate the weight. I got thru the check point coz my beg was only 5kg but a good number of passengers were denied entry.

AA had just recently revised the Pre-book Baggage Supersize rate from RM10 to RM20 and AT The Airport rate from M20 to RM30 vmad.gif vmad.gif

Those who hand carry more than 7kg beware.........if you are spotted, be prepared to pay RM30 to check in your beg.

For those who fly from other airports, please report if you encounter the same.

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Recently, I have 3 flights with AA, and I hand carried my luggage, likewise my parents. So, 3 of us, 3 flights, if all of us check in our baggages for all 3 flights, it would be RM180(pre-booked) or RM270 (at the airport)!

To avoid the hand carry luggage being weighed, and to use one piece of hand carry, and not exceeding the 7kg limit, this is what we did:
- use the light weight "soft" bag (the "overnight" bag) and not the cabin-sized luggage. Chances are the AA staff are more likely to weigh the "bigger looking" cabin-sized luggage bag. Besides, those luggage bag on itself when empty carries some weight (might be +/-1kg).

- do not carry handbag, sling bag, waist pouch etc, but use a small backpack(I keep my waist pouch in the backpack). Some of the "heavy weight" small items can be put into the backpack, thus lighten the hand carry luggage. (I carried 1kg of dried shrimp in my backpack) If carry handbag etc, the backpack might be considered as the second piece of hand carry.. Also, I do not put clothing items in the backpack - this will make it like another hand carry luggage, just in case they check.
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Is it OK to bring dry food stuff like coffee powder and maggi mee as hand luggage? It is powder after all. I thought of taking a pack of 30 Nescafe as hand luggage.
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I am traveling to South Africa and I am bringing supplements such as colostrum (made from milk) for immune support, placenta (from sheep) for smooth skin, and mussel (for joint health). The supplements are new and not opened. I found that the South Africa customs do not allow animal products (restrict products) as follows:

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Certain goods may only be imported provided you are in possession of the necessary authority/permit.
"Animals, birds, poultry and products thereof, for example dairy products, butter and eggs"

Do supplements categorised as animal products? Can I bring?

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It's food supplement & vitamins wor..why they wanna restrict that? just tell them it's your important Vitamins supplemenst & if u skip them, those custome guys will be reponsible for your health...Imagin those ppl wth diabetic & needs Insulin jab...Meaning we can't bring any of those jabs that contain animal byproducts?
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QUOTE(stimix @ May 9 2010, 05:11 PM)
It's food supplement & vitamins wor..why they wanna restrict that? just tell them it's your important Vitamins supplemenst & if u skip them, those custome guys will be reponsible for your health...Imagin those ppl wth diabetic & needs Insulin jab...Meaning we can't bring any of those jabs that contain animal byproducts?
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But then, there are difference between medication and supplement. You can skip medication, but not supplement. I'm still confuse whether I could bring coz my supplements are expensive man... if being confiscated, that's bad sad.gif
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If sked, dun bring-lor..If they try to confisticate, argue-lah tell them u need that..
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IMHO, it is ok if you are bringing for personal use during your period of travelling. Maybe should try to transfer into smaller bottle/container and keep in the check-in baggage.

Many years ago, we were travelling to NZ. The tour company specifically told us not to bring food, milk products etc. Well, I packed Milo 3 in 1, Coffee 3 in 1, declare them at the custom and I got thru without scanning my baggage. Other tour member did not bring anything, went thru the "nothing to declare" lane and their baggage all kena scanned and checked.
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QUOTE(Ami Tsun @ May 9 2010, 09:56 PM)
IMHO, it is ok if you are bringing for personal use during your period of travelling.  Maybe should try to transfer into smaller bottle/container and keep in the check-in baggage.

Many years ago, we were travelling to NZ.  The tour company specifically told us not to bring food, milk products etc.  Well, I packed Milo 3 in 1, Coffee 3 in 1, declare them at the custom and I got thru without scanning my baggage.  Other tour member did not bring anything, went thru the "nothing to declare" lane and their baggage all kena scanned and checked.
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True also. But if it's in small quantity, why would they bother to ask? Besides, if it's not so much, kena confiscated also not that heartache, right?

How about putting into 100mls bottle and hand carry? Nowadays, we transferred lotion, shampoo etc, also no label ah...

Looking at your original question, the "animal product" term seems to appear on many countries' custom rule also le.


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Today, A visiting friend of mine who carry a cabin size suitcase and a small music instrument case departing from Kuala Terengganu airport was asked by AA staff to check in one of the luggage. RM30 profited by AA.
Before AA increase the baggage check in rates, AA never enforce the one hand luggage only policy so strictly.
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anyone know any aother promotion air asia flight form KL to Sabah or sarawak ? any cheaper flight ticket as low as 100 , during december
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You din visit AA since Monday?? Lotsa members there getting RM30-RM45 tickets to KK, Tawau & very hot now!!...This thread is not for getting cheap tickets..goto Air Asia thread now...
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i need to go to england.
and i plan to take a flight that transit at a place.
at the transit country could i possibly get out of the place to visit it? or i cant check out?
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QUOTE(Elephant^^ @ May 26 2010, 06:02 PM)
i need to go to england.
and i plan to take a flight that transit at a place.
at the transit country could i possibly get out of the place to visit it? or i cant check out?
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normally cant... unless u plan to go to the country n stay 1 nite then only fly again..
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QUOTE(stimix @ May 19 2010, 10:57 AM)
You din visit AA since Monday?? Lotsa members there getting RM30-RM45 tickets to KK, Tawau & very hot now!!...This thread is not for getting cheap tickets..goto Air Asia thread now...
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Hi all,

For travelling to US, can i bring in some popular chinese medicine such as the "po chye wan" for stomache and also "watermelon frost" for mouth ulser?

Thanks.
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hi, I'm goin 2 UK soon. My cousin asked me 2 buy cigarette for him at KLIA and bring 2 him.

May i ask how many carton is limited per person?

Tq

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Of course you can, just make sure you have all the boarding passes before you leave the airport, so that when you return, you don't have to queue for check in again.
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is 1 hour of transit time ok?

im booking flight for my family now to uk...cheapest i can find is qatar airway but the time between flight is only 60 minutes...

plane arrive Doha at 1900 and the next plane to KLIA is 2000

im kinda worry as normally it will take 15-30mins to get off the plane and etc.... hmm.gif
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is 1 hour of transit time ok?

im booking flight for my family now to uk...cheapest i can find is qatar airway but the time between flight is only 60 minutes...

plane arrive Doha at 1900 and the next plane to KLIA is 2000

im kinda worry as normally it will take 15-30mins to get off the plane and etc.... hmm.gif
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Just came back from a long trip to USA and noticed some bumps along the way:

Be clear about the checked baggage weight allowance for trans-pacific flights. Some airlines have drastically reduced it. Typically, it's about 20kg per each of two bags.

Malaysians be sure to have an address with ZIP code and phone number for every stopover. It could even be fake but the counter at KLIA may not let you check in without it. If you must go to internet to get the address, the nearest place charges RM$10 for an access card and the few PCs might be hogged by other people or rosak. No free wi-fi with coffee.

If you stopover and then take a domestic flight, don't let the ground staff steer you to the self-check-in kiosks. You will be charged for baggage even if you are entitled for free. Go to the manned counter and tell them you are travelling "intercontinental" so should get free carriage for whatever your first airline from KL allowed.

However, each airline can have its own policies and some refuse. I found "American Airlines" especially stingy and made me pay US$25/bag every time, wheareas "US Air" and "United Airlines" did not. Moreover, AA had the worst value food on board, few choices, US$10 for a cold chicken sandwich on white bread & small bag of chips, no drink. "United" had appealing hot meals for the same price.


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It is advisable that we bring an adequate medications when we go out travelling abroad but i read most travel
forums and their packing list included a Travel survival kit. can we get these in Malaysia??

You're probably wondering its better to shop at a local pharmacy and get whatever that seems necessary
for your travel. Can anyone shed some ideas on this? I probabaly am concern about health and safety when it comes
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Be warned, If your are flying Air Asia, keep your hand carry bag not exceeding 7kg or else these two Air Asia guys will stop u from entering the LCCT departure hall.
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Same here in Air Asia flight at Suvarnabhumi Aiport, Bangkok. They actually weight the bags !!
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Shame on LCCT..using ancient scale compare tp electronics at Swarnabumi
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Where to purchase reseal-able and transparent plastic bag to carry liquid container ?
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Where to purchase reseal-able and transparent plastic bag to carry liquid container ?
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Sadly in comparison to us, many USA airports give for free and also have mail drop boxes to post home anything you don't want to throw away.

To address your question, the cheapest are Zip-Loc or equivalent food bags from any supermarket. You can also purchase clear plastic kits at pharmacies. Look for zip bags that come with other shopping items. I have some from buying little towels, bedding, cosmetics, cookies, etc.



@stimix "Shame on LCCT..using ancient scale compare tp electronics at Swarnabumi"

Hahah, shame on LCCT compared to the class of Suvarnaphumi !


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Shame on LCCT..using ancient scale compare tp electronics at Swarnabumi
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It has nothing to do with LCCT, It's all AA punya barang, should be shame on AA. Give cheapskate 7kg hand luggage some more what to behave cheapskate at the departure hall entrance. I have seen many unaware passengers got turned away and paid RM30 to check in the luggages. I'd prefer travel domestic flight without luggage check in ( no need to wait for luggage upon arrival) but I find it hard to comply with 7kg ruling even just for 3 days 2 nights trip. Fireflyz offer better value for money for its free 5kg hand carry + 20kg check-in.
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what about notebooks? is it included in 7kg or not?
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QUOTE(aeiou228 @ Jun 27 2010, 08:42 AM)
It has nothing to do with LCCT, It's all AA punya barang, should be shame on AA. Give cheapskate 7kg hand luggage some more what to behave cheapskate at the departure hall entrance.  I have seen many unaware passengers got turned away and paid RM30 to check in the luggages.  I'd prefer travel domestic flight without luggage check in ( no need to wait for luggage upon arrival) but I find it hard to comply with 7kg ruling even just for 3 days 2 nights trip. Fireflyz offer better value for money for its free 5kg hand carry + 20kg check-in.
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what about notebooks? is it included in 7kg or not?
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If based on AA written policy on hand carry, It is strictly 1 hand carry bag and maximum 7kg. But I asked the 2 AA guys manning the departure hall entrance, they said an extra backpack carrying only laptop is allow. But then again, the AA hand carry ruling is very much discretionary at the point of entrance depending on the mood of the staff.
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But, if they use that kind of kedai scale for large bag, the measurement won't be accurate, because small surface area makes the pressure of the bag to the scale higher, then your bag will seems heavier than it should. *sigh*
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QUOTE(Sargeant Pepper @ Jul 7 2010, 05:35 PM)
But, if they use that kind of kedai scale for large bag, the measurement won't be accurate, because small surface area makes the pressure of the bag to the scale higher, then your bag will seems heavier than it should. *sigh*
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Huh ? got such physic law meh ? As long as both ends of the bag never touch the floor ( you get lighter reading if it does ), I guess the weight will be the same. Nevertheless, the AA staff just use their hands to lift the bag and agak-agak only. Never actually weight the bag on the scale. If they do weight, I think AA will give passenger extra 0.4kg discretionary allowance. If 7.50kg, they will consider as 8 kg.
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QUOTE(Ami Tsun @ May 9 2010, 09:56 PM)
IMHO, it is ok if you are bringing for personal use during your period of travelling.  Maybe should try to transfer into smaller bottle/container and keep in the check-in baggage.

Many years ago, we were travelling to NZ.  The tour company specifically told us not to bring food, milk products etc.  Well, I packed Milo 3 in 1, Coffee 3 in 1, declare them at the custom and I got thru without scanning my baggage.  Other tour member did not bring anything, went thru the "nothing to declare" lane and their baggage all kena scanned and checked.
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It depends on luck.

If the custom see that u r a suspicious person, they would wanna check on you.

Esp. when u look worried, tense, afraid, don't want to make eye contact, in a rush, they would question you.

Keep cool & steady is important to avoid checking by them.

However sometimes, they would check on a particular race. In certain European countries, I see that Chinese/Malay/Blacks are more likely to be checked @ customs point.

As long as you know you ain't breaking the law, there is no reason to be afraid of them. icon_rolleyes.gif
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went i went to US last yer.. i couldnt sleep on the long haul flights.. of 23 hours of flight time, i only managed 4 hours of sleep so imagine walking up to the homeland security checkpoint looking dead tired, very worried and tensed all at the same time! (plus i am a malay) luckily the homeland officer selected another malay guy infront of me for a more thorough security check by whisking him away to a private room! phewww... if it were me put in a room, i wouldve looked like an agitated terrorist and put in a holding cell until my boss came all the way from PA to newark airpot to bail me out.. biggrin.gif
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I'm now in Rome and r flying back to Malaysia on Monday. I will be bringing few Items I bought for my sister: 1 big handbag, 1 wallet , 1 belt, 1 scarf, all with nice boxes packaging. My sister ' order' is to keep all boxes n paper cover for the items...make sure super clean n new.

My question is: will I get tax by Malaysia kastam when return? If I hand carry the whole shopping bag with all item unopened. Is impossible to fit the items into my luggage as they r completly full with my 2 weeks Europe trip clothes.

What are the actual rules by airport kastam? N whats the techniques to avoid being tax by airport kastam? Please kindly advice .... thanks
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So far the girls specifically instruct me NOT to bring boxes or paper or any packing, and have done it 3 times already without getting tax.
All my used undies and bajus are on top of these bags in the luggage. Anyway if big bag too big for luggage then, I hand carry with my stuff in them across the custom which I did with a apanama ladies 'throw-everything-in' bag.

Do let me know if escape paying tax or not?

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If u want new items in original packing, Kastam will impose taxes.

That is why many who shop overseas will throw away the packing and bring item as it is.

Another alternative is to buy another empty luggage (28" or larger) and stuff everything inside. That way (depending on luck), Kastam may ask some Qs but will let u off.

Come to worse, u can always give some 'angpow' to them. However, mind u, it may not even work especially on higher ranking officers. Either they ask for more or they reject completely.

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Not angpow la, more likely green packs as Raya coming
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Throw the package and all yes, thats the best way to make sure you arent bothered with custom.

If you sister is not happy tell her she is paying the taxes if you get caught at border....
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Greetings,

I would like to know is there any possibility to bring medicine along the trip ? Tablet and liquid form as well ..

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i carried on board some panadols and cough drops with no problem..
for liquid form medicine, you'll still need to follow the general 100ml rule..

as for check in luggage.. as long as the medicine is legit and is not a banned substance, there shouldnt be a problem.. when i went to the states, my doc gave me lots of flu, fever and panadol pills.. i brought along additional medicines too and manage to fill a small pouch with lots of tablets and liquid medicine.. no problem encountered when entering the states..
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Yep can confirm for most normal medicine it's fine as long as you do not go over the 100ml rule (at least for the countries I am aware of)

If you have some more "non normal" medicine that you know could get you some "interest" from customs, you better get some paper/prescription from a doctor explained you are required to take such.

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If that's the case, I believe I will need to get the prescription letter from the doctor for safety reason as those medicine is under controlled item.

Thanks for the info,guys .. Btw, you will prefer to put inside the luggage bag or hand carry ?
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If that's the case, I believe I will need to get the prescription letter from the doctor for safety reason as those medicine is under controlled item.

Thanks for the info,guys .. Btw, you will prefer to put inside the luggage bag or hand carry ?
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I would say better put in your hand carry so you can explain directly if there is an issue.

In luggage they might rip it open to check.

Putting in luggage got a bit more chance they won't check but if they do, the bag has quite some chance to be at least damaged...

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QUOTE(Gormaz @ Aug 7 2010, 10:28 AM)
I would say better put inr your hand carry so you can explain directly if there is an issue.

In luggage they might rip it open to check.

Putting in luggage got a bit more chance they won't check but if they do, the bad has quite some chance to be at least damaged...
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Thanks for sharing the tip. I guess its best for me to separate them into 2 supply kit both for hand carry and luggage bag. Safer in case of any misfortunate incident happen. smile.gif
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H guys,Actually if i am going back to Mas and i think i will bring some designer items with original package and mayb 5 Iphone 4 so is it very risky since i heard there is tax charges smile.gif
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I have a question here. I'm about to go Vancouver next week. May I know whether I can take a backpack and a messenger bag to the plane? Thank you.
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Should not be a problem provided you check the weight & the size of the backpack 1st. Must be within the allowable size & weight. Allowable size is standard and there is a bag size jig before check-in counter for you to check. For weight, check wth the airline policy..diff airlines having diff requirement
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Hi, was wondering, As I understand it,

Air-Asia allows us to purchase more luggage weight 4 hours before flight via online. Correct?

What about other air flight such as virgin blue?

I am planning a backpacking trip around NZ, and right now the carry on weight and the luggage space purchase thingy is giving me a heck of a headache.
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Hi guys,thinking of bringing Iphone,Ipad from Hk to some of my friends so is that possible with AA of purchase of 32kg baggage?
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for US custom, I heard they really scan the contains of the laptop and hdd..

I'm so scare because my laptop has damn lot of my personal stuff .. I have a lot of DIY projects photos n clips in my laptop, like modified electro circuit and mixing chemical stuffs..

I scared they question me and mistaken it as terrorism DIY stuffs..and troublesome later

I will be going there for a year for company industry training, I dont think uploading to online storage is an option because I dont think I able to have internet there as I will stay in damn rural area.

how ? sad.gif
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keep it in a memory card and put inside ur wallet.
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Move the sensitive stuff to a memory card or flash drive - buy some 16GB ones and label them.

Don't try to password any folders to avoid troubles.
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make it easily accessible so that it can easily be proven for academic or self learning purposes.
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I'm not good in verbal explaining and justify why I did the experiment, later more problems..
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just relax and take it easy...

let them know exactly why you did those experiment. Do you have a certification on that? Is it necessary for your job? You need to answer those questions yourself before braving those people.
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QUOTE(BlackBanana @ Aug 28 2010, 08:21 PM)
for US custom, I heard they really scan the contains of the laptop and hdd..

I'm so scare because my laptop has damn lot of my personal stuff .. I have a lot of DIY projects photos n clips in my laptop, like modified electro circuit and mixing chemical stuffs..

I scared they question me and mistaken it as terrorism DIY stuffs..and troublesome later

I will be going there for a year for company industry training, I dont think uploading to online storage is an option because I dont think I able to have internet there as I will stay in damn rural area.

how ? sad.gif
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hahaha... where the hell u heard that? laugh.gif

everyday, tens of thousands of laptops pass thru the US custom, do you really think they've got time to scan every single laptop and HDD?

it takes hours to scan the content of a normal 320Gb HDD, who in world got such free time to scan? laugh.gif

whoever told you that must be pulling your legs la!

me frens and I traveled to US on many occasions, never once they check our laptop doh.gif
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if you're only normal citizen, with everything following the rules, i doubt they'll check u la.
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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Aug 29 2010, 12:38 AM)
hahaha... where the hell u heard that? laugh.gif

everyday, tens of thousands of laptops pass thru the US custom, do you really think they've got time to scan every single laptop and HDD?

it takes hours to scan the content of a normal 320Gb HDD, who in world got such free time to scan? laugh.gif

whoever told you that must be pulling your legs la!

me frens and I traveled to US on many occasions, never once they check our laptop doh.gif
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besides, do the custom uses a big chain breaker to cut off lock pad that lock the luggage ?
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one question icon_question.gif i'll be going to Shanghai end of this month for the world expo.

Just wondering do i need to buy adapters as their power points may be different right?

If yes, any recommendation as to where to get them ^^

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lol...u r are over reacting...sometimes i think that i can even bring drug across because they dont really check...just go...
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QUOTE(moyong @ Sep 2 2010, 07:44 PM)
one question icon_question.gif i'll be going to Shanghai end of this month for the world expo.

Just wondering do i need to buy adapters as their power points may be different right?

If yes, any recommendation as to where to get them ^^

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Malaysian 3 pins (where the pins are in the triangle shape with the big middle one) won't fit everywhere but you can find some multiplugs that accept them in China

The "normal" 2 pins will fit without issues almost anywhere.

For adapters any hardware shops will have them usually, like I know I found some in 1utama in the big hardware shop near the taxi station, ground floor.

Guess many other places got.
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Thanks Gormaz.....

Dont want to get a shock later on when i go there.... need to charge cameras and phone tongue.gif
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No worries, if you want to be super safe, buy a 3pin to 2 pin adapter in Malaysia and bring a multiplug along.

This way you use the adapter to plug the multiplug and can put any of your Msia devices to the multiplug, you don't need many adapters really.
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do not bring fruits, eggs , and vege.

liquid cannot exceed more than 500ml.
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If your passport are expired or will be expired soon, do not wait until last minute to renew your passport. Do renew your passport at least 2 or 3 months before you travel.

Some countries do not require Malaysian to do Visa. However, if you are travelling with foreigner friends or family members to the countries where you yourself no need Visa, it does not mean they no need visa also. Warn them to do the Visa.

And, it is better if you can purchase travel insurance for your entire trip.

If you need to use your phone for entertainment purpose on your flight, or if you need to use a PDA, make sure it has "flight mode" or "airplane mode" feature. And, please note that some airlines staffs not even know what is "flight mode" / "airplane mode". This feature will disable all wireless transmission (bluetooth, wifi, etc) of your device, so that you can use the device on the flight. This feature must be enabled before you board the aircraft.

If you need to use laptop on the flight, please ensure all wireless transmittion features (WiFi, bluetooth, etc) are disabled before you board the flight. Do, note that some laptop may automatically enable the wifi feature after reboot even you disabled it before reboot. If your laptop are in this case, and you are using Windows, use Windows device manager to disable your WiFi adapter.
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If you are travelling to USA with electronic devices (e.g. laptop, mobile phones, Ipod, music / video player, or others), please note that Obama has given the airport customs the rights to seize your electronic devices for a few days and search your files, including deleted files, WITHOUT SUSPICIOUS. If your devices consist of pirated or illegally downloaded videos / musics or other illegal contents, you will be in trouble.

Delete your files before you go to US is useless, as they can be recovered.

Possible solutions:
1. on your laptop, install Truecrypt (open source, cross-platform, http://www.truecrypt.org/) or FreeOTFE (open source, available on Windows and Windows mobile only, http://www.freeotfe.org/). These 2 software let you create virtual partitions which you can store your files. You will need passwords to open/mount the virtual partitions.

2. And, use KillDisk (http://www.killdisk.com/) to Wipe the free space on your storage devices. Because, if you move your files to the virtual partition created by Truecrypt or FreeOTFE, the word "move" in computing actually means "copy the files to another folder then delete it from the original folder", deleted files can still be recovered from the original folder. That is why you need to wipe the free space of your storage device.
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im traveling to hk
can i hand carry 2 bag.
1) backpack
2) trolley luggage
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QUOTE(cyclone9 @ Sep 14 2010, 06:30 PM)
im traveling to hk
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QUOTE(cyclone9 @ Sep 14 2010, 06:30 PM)
im traveling to hk
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NORMALLY 1 hand carry baggage, and one hand bag/ back pack/ note book carrying case no problem
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Hi guys,
I am going back soon and wondering is it possible to bring original package?I mean designer item with box,device and mobile?
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anyone went to US recently ??

do they check the laptop HDD ?

I always worried about the electronics stuffs thing.

some even advice that we switch on the laptop, PDA, walkman etc to let the custom check..

how laa? Malaysian ..u know la how many of us actually 100% purchased the ori n legal ??


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How about few of designer items with original tag?Is it possible to bring 4 mobile without box ?
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no they dont check.. there's just to many ppl queuing up to be checked.. u just need to get the laptop out of the bag n place it in a separate bin to be scanned by the xray machine.. thats all..
unless they pull u aside for further security check in a room, then maybe they might check the contents of your laptop.. at this point, if you have a blueprint to make a bomb or porn in your laptop, you should be worried.. tongue.gif
pirated software, downloaded mp3s and movies should not be a cause of concern unless they really2 wanna nail u with something and send u back..
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QUOTE(N~R @ Sep 30 2010, 05:03 AM)
How about few of designer items with original tag?Is it possible to bring 4 mobile without box ?
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LCCT one is easier to pass through as compared to KLIA
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QUOTE(moody5 @ Sep 30 2010, 02:50 PM)
biggrin.gif if you are worried about M'sia Custom, it depends on your luck.

LCCT one is easier to pass through as compared to KLIA
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can i bring print out book to pass airport custom ??

i must bring few study purpose printed-out ebooks pass the custom..

do i need to declare ?? would tiok fine ah, if they found out i bring pirated books?
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they wont care lerr.. there's just too many ppl to search.. alot of ppl bring laptops these days.. they will only scrutiny until what file u have on your laptop if you are a suspected terrorist.. and they wont care about pirated ebooks unless its about making bombs.. tongue.gif
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Hi guys, i will be goin to Swiss next month...

So i was wondering, Can i purchase the swiss knife from there??? Can i bring along the box as well when coming back...

If i can purchase, how many can i buy??? Plan to get it as sourvenir... Will there be any tax???
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Hi everyone. I will be on flight tomorrow and I plan to check in my electronic keyboard which weighs 8.3kg along with the stand that is about kg. I will package them using sponge and will I be allowed to check in it along with my baggage?

The airline I use is Air Asia and I have bought 30kg baggage. Thanks
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u buy 30kg already, of course can check in la. slightly overweight also can (33kg?) even carryon luggage, they also dont check (as in weigh). i brought backpack + luggage on board
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QUOTE(whatsayyou @ Oct 23 2010, 08:32 PM)
u buy 30kg already, of course can check in la. slightly overweight also can (33kg?) even carryon luggage, they also dont check (as in weigh). i brought backpack + luggage on board
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Can i hand carry a backpack for notebook (kinda big) with a hand luggage? how about the things which bought from the country there and put in plastic bag? is it count as 1 pc of luggage too?
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do not exceed 32kg.. most airlines are super strict on this.. they will ask you to open the bag and leave some stuff behind either consider burn or u post it back or u buy another bag and put it in n u are charged additional bag.. my family just returned from euro trip a few months back.. they learned the 32kg rule the hard way.. had to fork additional rm600 for 3rd extra bag to put stuff that exceeds 32kg on the 1st 2 bags..

for carry on.. its strict too.. only 2 allowed max.. laptop bag consider 1.. hand bag or what ever luggage consider 1.. u bring more, they will ask u to stuff it in either the laptop bag or luggage carry on or check in and pay more $$$$...

summary:
for international flights
- 2 bags check in max 32kg each..
- 2 carry on max 7kg each

you have been warned.. sweat.gif

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hi all, i'm going to london. can i bring in milo, nestum, biscuits? i read that dairy products like milk and cheese are not allowed in, are milo and nestum 3-in-1 considered dairy products too?
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QUOTE(leesa @ Nov 7 2010, 02:34 PM)
hi all, i'm going to london. can i bring in milo, nestum, biscuits? i read that dairy products like milk and cheese are not allowed in, are milo and nestum  3-in-1 considered dairy products too?
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My flight is at 6am and I'm planning to reach LCCT airport at least five or six hours before that. Is there a place to sleep or rest in the airport while I wait? Since its midnight I guess not many shops will be open either.
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i pay visit to kk,sabah do i need bring passport?
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No need..just bring Mykad. & fill up the yellow card upon arrival
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QUOTE(stimix @ Nov 11 2010, 04:31 PM)
No need..just bring Mykad. & fill up the yellow card upon arrival
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Hi, does anyone here wrap their check in back packs or just check in like that? I mean those bags that doesn't have any security lock.

I had check in my backpacks a few times and there's no problem so far. Then, on my last trip I saw people fully wrap their back packs before check in. That makes me wonder, is it safe to just check in my backpack without wrappings since it can't be locked? I didn't put in any valuable stuff inside but I check in the bag just for the sake of liquids. I'm just worried if someone putting extra stuffs inside.

I noticed the Bangkok airport did open up my backpack when I travelled there, because there's a sticker 'Security Passed' (or something like that) on my medication when I open it.
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QUOTE(cshong @ Sep 12 2010, 05:43 PM)
If your passport are expired or will be expired soon, do not wait until last minute to renew your passport. Do renew your passport at least 2 or 3 months before you travel.

Some countries do not require Malaysian to do Visa. However, if you are travelling with foreigner friends or family members to the countries where you yourself no need Visa, it does not mean they no need visa also. Warn them to do the Visa.

And, it is better if you can purchase travel insurance for your entire trip.

If you need to use your phone for entertainment purpose on your flight, or if you need to use a PDA, make sure it has "flight mode" or "airplane mode" feature. And, please note that some airlines staffs not even know what is "flight mode" / "airplane mode". This feature will disable all wireless transmission (bluetooth, wifi, etc) of your device, so that you can use the device on the flight. This feature must be enabled before you board the aircraft.

If you need to use laptop on the flight, please ensure all wireless transmittion features (WiFi, bluetooth, etc) are disabled before you board the flight. Do, note that some laptop may automatically enable the wifi feature after reboot even you disabled it before reboot. If your laptop are in this case, and you are using Windows, use Windows device manager to disable your WiFi adapter.
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http://travel.state.gov/travel/

http://www.evisaasia.com/

http://wordtravels.com/Travelguide/


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What plug adapter do i need to bring to shanghai??

Edited: nvm, I found it at Sri Comp Lowyat >.<

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i'm going back to Malaysia from Yangon this month. If i'm not mistaken, the check in baggage limit is 20kg.

i would like to know what are the charges/penalty if it's over 20kg?

By the way, i'm bringing home Dried Prawns and Cashew Nuts. Is it allowable?

This is my first time on a plane.

Please help.
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Hi everyone,

I'm flying to indo tomorrow and I would just like to know if it's fine for me to bring some 'over the counter' medicine (like panadol, immodium) with, hand carry on board?

*(one friend claim no)

Any comments pls?
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Hi,

I am planning my trip to San Francisco on the coming March/April 2011 and i plans to use my KrisFlyer points to redeem the round trip tickets.

Below shows the points required.

Flight1 : SM
From: Penang
To: San Francisco

Award Type Miles
Round-trip Economy Saver Award Ticket 70000
Round-trip Economy Standard Award Ticket 140000
Round-trip Economy Full Award Ticket 256000

My question here is what are the differences between the 3 categories above? Saver vs Standard vs Dull Award ticket?

Thanks in advance and kindly let me know if this is not the right forum for this.

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Air Asia now weight every hand carry luggage that appeared to be heavy and oversize at the LCCT departure gate. So many passengers got refused entry and forced to check-in the hand carry at RM30 per 15kg.
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will be going to SG soon from sabah
is it liquid allowance is 100ml per bottle
cannot exceed 500ml in total?
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Urgent pls..
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QUOTE(lth_88 @ Dec 27 2010, 05:48 PM)
Hi, may i know where can i buy a waist strapped travel pouch???

Urgent pls..
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Any shopping complex have. From branded to China made.
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Around How much it cost?

Im in Mid valley now.

Jusco got sell??

Or go to those sport shop?


Added on December 27, 2010, 6:03 pmBTW, thanks for yours answe..

Appreciate it so much..

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QUOTE(empirekhoo @ Dec 7 2010, 08:11 PM)
Hi everyone,

I'm flying to indo tomorrow and I would just like to know if it's fine for me to bring some 'over the counter' medicine (like panadol, immodium) with, hand carry on board?

*(one friend claim no)

Any comments pls?
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Prescription medicine too. But it's better to bring along a letter from your doctor for this.
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QUOTE(lth_88 @ Dec 27 2010, 05:57 PM)
Around How much it cost?

Im in Mid valley now.

Jusco got sell??

Or go to those sport shop?


Added on December 27, 2010, 6:03 pmBTW, thanks for yours answe..

Appreciate it so much..
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QUOTE(Ami Tsun @ May 7 2010, 01:29 PM)
Recently, I have 3 flights with AA, and I hand carried my luggage, likewise my parents.  So, 3 of us, 3 flights, if all of us check in our baggages for all 3 flights, it would be RM180(pre-booked) or RM270 (at the airport)!

To avoid the hand carry luggage being weighed, and to use one piece of hand carry, and not exceeding the 7kg limit, this is what we did:
- use the light weight "soft" bag (the "overnight" bag) and not the cabin-sized luggage.  Chances are the AA staff are more likely to weigh the "bigger looking" cabin-sized luggage bag.  Besides, those luggage bag on itself when empty carries some weight (might be +/-1kg).

- do not carry handbag, sling bag, waist pouch etc, but use a small backpack(I keep my waist pouch in the backpack).  Some of the "heavy weight" small items can be put into the backpack, thus lighten the hand carry luggage.  (I carried 1kg of dried shrimp in my backpack) If carry handbag etc, the backpack might be considered as the second piece of hand carry..  Also, I do not put clothing items in the backpack - this will make it like another hand carry luggage, just in case they check.
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QUOTE(scFoong @ Dec 10 2010, 10:22 AM)
Hi,

I am planning my trip to San Francisco on the coming March/April 2011 and i plans to use my KrisFlyer points to redeem the round trip tickets.

Below shows the points required.

Flight1 :  SM 
From: Penang
To: San Francisco

Award Type Miles
Round-trip Economy Saver Award Ticket 70000
Round-trip Economy Standard Award Ticket 140000
Round-trip Economy Full Award Ticket 256000

My question here is what are the differences between the 3 categories above? Saver vs Standard vs Dull Award ticket?

Thanks in advance and kindly let me know if this is not the right forum for this.

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I believe that it means:

Save Award - a few of the lowest category tickets
Standard Award - medium category tickets
Full Award - Y class - full fare economy class tickets

These few tickets have different t&c's.

But best for you to ask the CS of MAS before redeeming. Or maybe they do list out the t&c before redemption of tickets.
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will I have problem boarding into the flight , but I have all other details like passport number etc correct.
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where to check Malaysia Airlines MHLow t&c ??
becoz i've issue on no show & i want to claim the airport tax but they said for MHLow nothing can be refunded include airport tax.... they said it's in t&c of MHLow but i couldnt find any... wtf... i'll bring this forward to consumer right if there's no clear explanation on this in their T&C...but i couldnt find any T&C on MHLow in their website...
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Hi, just curious about the hand carry luggage, are 2 laptops allow on the hand carry luggage? I'm taking from Australia by the way
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Bring washing detergent so you can wash some clothes in the hotel sink.

If not, then clothes can be worn for more than a day smile.gif

Not all hotels have tea/coffee making facilities, so bring a portable heating element to make your maggi mee or boil water for drinking.
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QUOTE(jayxunned @ Jan 21 2011, 10:51 AM)
Hi, just curious about the hand carry luggage, are 2 laptops allow on the hand carry luggage? I'm taking from Australia by the way
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It depends on which airline company you taking .

For AirAsia / AirAsia X : Only one (1) item of baggage is allowed to be carried on board provided that it does not exceed the dimensions of 56cm X 36cm X 23cm and provided that it does not weigh more than 7kg. Such baggage must fit under the seat in front of you or in an enclosed storage compartment in the cabin.

For Malaysia Airlines ( MH ) : Economy class: 1 piece
First and business class: 2 pieces

Please contact your airline company if you have any inquiry

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QUOTE(darren_yuri @ Jan 29 2011, 01:40 AM)
Use the bath shampoo as replacing the washing detergent !!
I always use the bath soap to wash my cloths in hotel biggrin.gif


QUOTE(darren_yuri @ Jan 29 2011, 01:40 AM)
For Malaysia Airlines ( MH ) : Economy class: 1 piece
                                        First and business class: 2 pieces
MAS usually is more accommodating when it comes to carry-on luggage. Even if you have bring like 2 trolley bags, the ground staffs usually won't make any noise and neither does the FA.
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How Eva Air??? Does it allow bring many hang lagguage??? Oso way food tat I can't bring back taiwan????

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guys, have you tried to bring snacks aboard AirAsia? specifically, I'm thinking of bringing bagua as emergency ration for an 8(+) hours flight...
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Air Asia now weight every hand carry luggage that appeared to be heavy and oversize at the LCCT departure gate. So many passengers got refused entry and forced to check-in the hand carry at RM30 per 15kg.
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Some questions regarding bring infant along to US?
1) New packing baby Milk powder/rice paste with original sealed/un-open box, maybe need bring about 3KG in checked-in luggage? Need to declare for this?
2) Can bring drinking water which re-fill in mineral water, maybe 2 or 3 liters in checked-in luggage? Need declare?
3) Can bring extra milk powder on hand-carry luggage for baby during flight? How much can bring? Need declare?
4) Can bring empty Thermos bottle on board? Then ask hot water during on board, and then maybe need it during transit period.
5) At airport, can easily get hot water? Where can get it? Need prepare drinking milk for baby on the way go US during transit.
6) If 2 adult with 1 infant, can bring 2 hand luggage, 2 backpack and baby stroller?
7) Are those items can or cannot bring are depends on airline?

I really need to know ASAP about this, hopefully someone got experience about this, thanks.
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Must I buy the return airline to China before going through customs in China ?

My itinerary is not fixed and I don't know when I will come back to Malaysia.

Must they see the return ticket ?
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hi. do umbrella allow in carry on luggage?
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Having travelled extensively through my work and because of my passion with learning about the world and its people I'd like to pass on a few tips picked up from personal experience that may help anyone travelling to far climes.

Some of these tips may seem silly but I have seen some dire results of not taking them seriously.

1. Find out if you and your family will need visas to enter the country you have chosen to visit and if so how much they cost, where you get them from and how long they last. Simply do a Google search for "?country? visa requirements" You may find that the visas will cost you more than your vacation.

2. Before leaving home take photocopies of all your passport's main page and visa page if you have them. Keep these copies in a different place to your original documents. If you have any other photo i.d. take that as well. A lost passport with no other form of identification can turn into a nightmare.

3. Do some research on the climate and then pack appropriate clothing. Or, of course, just take a pair of swimming trunks and be prepared to shop till you drop whilst there. Investigate not only the cost of living but also the tourist prices in the area; they do not always tie in together.

4. Be sure that the medical and travel insurance coverage you have is adequate and the payment method will be acceptable at your destination. Your insurance company will tell you this. Find out through your local medical centre if it is suggested that you have any special vaccinations or inoculations.

5. If you intend taking any electrical appliances with you check that the Electrical Supplies are correct and if you will need a power outlet adapter. You will probably be able to get then at your destination but the prices will, most likely, be high.

6. If you are using different airlines to get to your destination, or plan to use local airlines once you get there, check the baggage allowances for each of the airlines you intend using. The majority of the smaller, budget airlines have lower baggage allowances and will sting you for being over weight baggage. I have seen many very angry passengers who have suddenly found they have to pay quite substantial charges to be able to complete their journeys. Also, remember when packing that you are liable to bring more stuff back with you that you take!

7. If you are travelling to a tropical or sub-tropical destination and security at your departure airport allows it I suggest you take Sunscreen, insect repellent and maybe an insect killing spray or device; arriving at your accommodation in the middle of the night to find a horde of stinging things are already in occupancy is not a great way to start a vacation!

8. If you plan to drive in the place you are travelling to, check that you have an acceptable licence. You may need an international driving licence, for example. If you can familiarise yourself with the local driving laws where you are going it will stand you in good stead and probably reduce frustration later.

9. Finally, and this is from personal experience. On long hauls, say 10 hours plus, if you have any stopovers think seriously about extending one of them to an overnight stop if your carriers will allow it, book a hotel at the stopover location effectively breaking your journey into two. I have found this to be an extremely good idea particularly on the return journey and it will mean that you arrive back home ready to hit real life again. You may think that a 6 hour stopover will be enough but 6 hours in some airports can seem like a lifetime, especially if it is not a major airport and all the facilities are closed.

10. Whatever else you do, ENJOY yourselves
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I have a Futura 28 backpack (mainly it is for hiking purposes) but I intend to use it as a carry on. It has steel frames and I do not think it is removable. Will it be a problem with airport security?
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Hi all wanna ask
I have a trip to china in April with air Asia
Now I can't go and he ticket go burn
Can I get back some? Like the airport tax ...
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QUOTE(Tsukiyomi001 @ Feb 2 2011, 08:28 PM)
guys, have you tried to bring snacks aboard AirAsia? specifically, I'm thinking of bringing bagua as emergency ration for an 8(+) hours flight...
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I did that recently on my flight to Shenzhen..actually by accident as I kena gastric and gotta grab something light for my tummy..turns out ok..I bring sandwiches.. tongue.gif i did order the food online but my tummy cannot take the fried rice.. The FA is ok with that..

Oh, btw, I did almost all the tips stated...thanks for all the tips given.. another thing is to learn the language of the country a little bit..it's fun and it helps as well smile.gif
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For AirAsia here, may I know about the refund of airport tax?
As I check on their website, all airport tax refund is subject to a processing fee. The processing fee is charged guest per sector. How much is the processing fee?
When we do online booking, the "Airport charges & fees" is equal to airport tax?
If I make a group booking for 6 person, if only 2 of us want to cancel the flight, can we get the refund for airport tax?
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Can anyone tell me if IPAD consider a computer or gadget?

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hmm how to add additional baggage in malaysia airlines? any1 know how?
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QUOTE(crazyivan @ Mar 22 2011, 12:04 AM)
hmm how to add additional baggage in malaysia airlines? any1 know how?
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You mean adding extra kg on top of 20kg permitted?
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Can be both and since no handphone, you are allow to switch on once plane on stable altitude
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Can anyone tell me if IPAD consider a computer or gadget?

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You mean adding extra kg on top of 20kg permitted?
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yesh! how huh? i cant find under manage my booking in the mas website?
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QUOTE(crazyivan @ Mar 23 2011, 06:14 PM)
yesh! how huh? i cant find under manage my booking in the mas website?
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Cannot. Extra access baggage for MAS have to paid at counter.
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Cannot. Extra access baggage for MAS have to paid at counter.
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Anyone can suggest a good travel accessories store in KL? I want to buy a good quality U-shaped pillow, not the inflatable kind. Went around Sunway and 1U earlier today but most places just sell inflatable style pillows.

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normally all those travel acc shops only sell inflatable pillow. I dun like it bcos of the heat.

To get those polyster or even beans filing, sometime can find in those Pasar pagi, or even buy the bean/polyster and make our own U-shape pillow
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Thanks stimix, I have the same problem as you too, heat plus the inflatable pillows are almost never comfortable.

Trying my luck at KLCC later today

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Oh yeah forgotten that I hand my polyester U pillow inside my car. I got it from Brothers car acc shop
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Air Asia implement new measure to curb passenger carrying hand carry more than 7kg.

When you check in or verify your web checking boarding pass at the check in counter, you will be asked to weight your hand carry bag. A tag labeled as Approved Cabin Luggage will be issued and stick to the bag if the weight is below 7kg.

A passenger in front of me at the check in counter had no other choice but to pay RM30 to check in his unlocked backpack.

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Hello all, I am going to further my studies in Taiwan in coming June . I will be taking economy class.

1)Which one is cheaper and better ? MAS , Airasia or you have alternative flight ? Please give me some opinions and I will check through them.

2) I've read some old posts that airline provide additional weight limit for student first time flight ? it is true ? apply for which airlines? I have a lot of thing to bring over for first time flight , might be like around 24~28KG.

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I am migrating next month, and i've always travel light with a backpack and never bring huge baggage with me, only hand carry. I am wondering, for checked in baggage, what are the rules for liquid products? Are there any maximum ml i could check in? I know hand carry has a limit of 100ml per bottle/can.

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QUOTE(linkinawe @ Apr 11 2011, 04:33 AM)
Hello all, I am going to further my studies in Taiwan in coming June .   I will be taking economy class.

1)Which one is cheaper and better ? MAS , Airasia or you have alternative flight ? Please give me some opinions and I will check through them.

2) I've read some old posts that airline provide additional weight limit for student first time flight ? it is true ? apply for which airlines? I have a lot of thing to bring over for first time flight , might be like around 24~28KG.
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I used to flight SIA and my luggage always at 23-25kg. I think they still allow you if less then 25kg without any charges. The last trip my luggage was 30kg cry.gif and ask me to reduce. After reduce some of my extra thing, it at 27kg. I tried to please the counter and they let me go drool.gif drool.gif rclxm9.gif

I have 1 experienced with MAS was it delay the flight for 5 hrs and this flight was going to Taipei. So now no more MAS. Just SIA.


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QUOTE(static @ Apr 11 2011, 10:15 PM)
I am migrating next month, and i've always travel light with a backpack and never bring huge baggage with me, only hand carry. I am wondering, for checked in baggage, what are the rules for liquid products? Are there any maximum ml i could check in? I know hand carry has a limit of 100ml per bottle/can.

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For check-in baggage, I think it don't have maximun ml for liquid. Wah, migrating to where....? I wish too drool.gif drool.gif

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hi i would like to know is my camera bagpack consider cabin luggage if i am travelling wit air asia?is that mean if i carry my camera backpack i need to check in my baggage to cargo?

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No need. can hand carry just like notebook. but ensure both handbag/backpack + notebook not more tha alloweable weight i.e 7kg
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QUOTE(stimix @ Apr 27 2011, 01:49 PM)
No need. can hand carry just like notebook. but ensure both handbag/backpack + notebook not more tha alloweable weight i.e 7kg
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so means i can carry one camera backpack + one cabin luggage into airplane??or carry either one only then the other ne need to check in?
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Normally the rules said 1 bahg only but they abit liberal when comes to notebook + a cabin luggage lor..Meaning they will allowed 2-lah from my experience.
QUOTE(senyii @ Apr 27 2011, 03:21 PM)
so means i can carry one camera backpack + one cabin luggage into airplane??or carry either one only then the other ne need to check in?
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Wah vy risky leh!erm dunno wan bring 2 or not.
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QUOTE(stimix @ Apr 27 2011, 06:19 PM)
Normally the rules said 1 bahg only but they abit liberal when comes to notebook + a cabin luggage lor..Meaning they will allowed 2-lah from my experience.
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Hi stimix,

If v have a shoulder bag and a bagpack when v board, does it consider as 2 carry-on bag?

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Hello,
sorry for a noob question
this is 1st time i travel with Air Asia, i mean i take air plane...
i have booked air ticket to krabi next month on the 20th...
i just wanted to know how i check in? ( i dont have iphone )
as i booked using visa card, and i get the confirmation number... do i need to print out? or just take the number to counter and that's it?
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Are snack foods allowed on the plane? Like when u have kids, they snack alot, and it does keep them from being noisy sometimes smile.gif So would i be able to bring my own snack and put them my hand carry luggage?
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QUOTE(freestyler87 @ May 10 2011, 09:53 AM)
Hello,
sorry for a noob question
this is 1st time i travel with Air Asia, i mean i take air plane...
i have booked air ticket to krabi next month on the 20th...
i just wanted to know how i check in? ( i dont have iphone )
as i booked using visa card, and i get the confirmation number... do i need to print out? or just take the number to counter and that's it?
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U can do your check in through http://checkin.airasia.com/chkin/step1.asp...ang=EN&langId=1
It is vry convenient and save a lot of time to cue in front of the check in counter in LCCT.
U can do your check in online starting from 7 days upon your departure date until 4 hours before departure.
After u check in through web, u must printed out the boarding pass.
If u got any luggage to check in, u can go to the baggage drop off counter, u may ask the information counter to know which counter to drop off.
Erm, after u pay, it will have a itinerary for the flight ticket.
U can printed it out on the spot or juz check your email, airasia will send the itinerary to your email add.


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QUOTE(SuggieBliss @ May 17 2011, 10:56 AM)
Are snack foods allowed on the plane? Like when u have kids, they snack alot, and it does keep them from being noisy sometimes smile.gif So would i be able to bring my own snack and put them my hand carry luggage?
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Yup, snacks and sweets are allowed to bring along in your hand carry luggage for international flight and domestic flight although airlines always said no outside foods are allowed
Those flight attendance will jz tidak peduli
But those airlines have free snacks onboard except for those low cost carrier airlines like airasia lar.
For airasia, u have to buy it on your own expenses

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QUOTE(senyii @ Apr 26 2011, 06:50 PM)
hi i would like to know is my camera bagpack consider cabin luggage if i am travelling wit air asia?is that mean if i carry my camera backpack i need to check in my baggage to cargo?
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Normally the rules said 1 bahg only but they abit liberal when comes to notebook + a cabin luggage lor..Meaning they will allowed 2-lah from my experience.
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The general rule AFAIK is 1 cabin baggage + ( 1 small handbag or 1 small backpack or a briefcase or a laptop bag). src: CX Cabin Baggage
So if the camera bagpack looks like a standard school back pack should be ok.


QUOTE(SuggieBliss @ May 17 2011, 10:56 AM)
Are snack foods allowed on the plane? Like when u have kids, they snack alot, and it does keep them from being noisy sometimes smile.gif So would i be able to bring my own snack and put them my hand carry luggage?
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I always bring some asam, helps with traveling sickness.
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I bought two set of e-ticket one for local flight Kuantan-KLIA return using MAS (bought from MAS online) and another set KLIA-HK return(bought with Cathay Pacific). Can I checked in my bag for all sectors in Kuantan?
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QUOTE(cenkudu @ May 28 2011, 03:51 PM)
I bought two set of e-ticket one for local flight Kuantan-KLIA return using MAS (bought from MAS online) and another set KLIA-HK  return(bought with Cathay Pacific). Can I checked in my bag for all sectors in Kuantan?
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I'm not sure.
I did travel Penang --> KLIA using MAS and then KLIA --> HKG --> LAX using CX previously, and could checked in my bags at Penang that goes all the way to LAX, but this was a ticket arranged from an agent who knew my final destination is LAX.
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oh ok, i think your case might be better than me because your ticket is arranged as a whole journey. I bought online separately because the cheapest to buy is through the airline website rather than do the whole booking at agent like expedia etc

I have about 5 hours to re-check in luggage in KLIA but if could save more time it will be great. someone said so long it is within 24 hours they can do
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guys, how did u make online booking for hotel?

i email a hotel in phuket for booking, but they reply asking my card number (complete with the three digit number and expiry date). is that normal? if im not mistaken, we cant give out that kinda info...
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guys, how did u make online booking for hotel?

i email a hotel in phuket for booking, but they reply asking my card number (complete with the three digit number and expiry date). is that normal? if im not mistaken, we cant give out that kinda info...
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Usually hotels only ask for these cc info.

Card Holder Name
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Expiry Date

They won't need the CVC #.
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hi all,
i'm taking a domestic flight with airasia next month. do they allow hand carry sun block, lotion etc on board? cause i didnt buy the check in luggage to save cost...

thanks in advance!
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I know my question is quite subjective, how you guys estimate how much money to change to the overseas currency? Because over change might cause lost when need to change back to RM
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Yeah really subjective.. Depending on where you go.

Just estimate the food & transport per day there _ how much you willing to spend on souvenmirs & etc and you hv a good idea already


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Hi, I went into UK immigration website to check what are the items prohibited but still confused, especially on what medications/OTC that I can bring along. As I don't like scrambling around looking for pharmacy in foreign countries when I got sick, I prefer to bring my own medications. Are these allowed into France and UK?

Teck Aun pils (for food poisoning)
Minyak Cap Kapak
Activefast/Paracetamol
Actal for gastric
Fybogel (the packaging says made in UK, actually).
Sevensea Cod Liver Oil (supplement that doctor recommended to me as I'm prone to flu, packaging says made in Great Britain).

I had bring all these to Korea and SE Asia countries before without problem.
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QUOTE(fraulein @ Jun 20 2011, 05:03 PM)
Hi, I went into UK immigration website to check what are the items prohibited but still confused, especially on what medications/OTC that I can bring along. As I don't like scrambling around looking for pharmacy in foreign countries when I got sick, I prefer to bring my own medications. Are these allowed into France and UK?

Teck Aun pils (for food poisoning)
Minyak Cap Kapak
Activefast/Paracetamol
Actal for gastric
Fybogel (the packaging says made in UK, actually).
Sevensea Cod Liver Oil (supplement that doctor recommended to me as I'm prone to flu, packaging says made in Great Britain).

I had bring all these to Korea and SE Asia countries before without problem.
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From my experience, all these are fine if it's not in huge quantities.

For Teck Aun pills - not sure coz it's chinese medication. Not sure how the immigration will react to that when they see it.

Wah, bring so much medicine... are you prone to getting sick easily? Poor you!

For flu hor, you can always buy redoxon (vitamin c soluble in water). When you feel like the flu is coming, faster take 1 glass lor!


Added on June 20, 2011, 5:12 pm
QUOTE(lencent @ Jun 11 2011, 10:16 PM)
hi all,
i'm taking a domestic flight with airasia next month. do they allow hand carry sun block, lotion etc on board? cause i didnt buy the check in luggage to save cost...

thanks in advance!
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As long as it's 100ml and below. Please remember to put in those clear ziplock plastic bag. I think LCCT no longer provide this bag.

QUOTE(cenkudu @ Jun 12 2011, 11:23 AM)
I know my question is quite subjective, how you guys estimate how much money to change to the overseas currency? Because over change might cause lost when need to change back to RM
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Err, I usually estimate like 1k in their currency (EUR1k or GBP1k or USD1k for respective countries). Like JYP, i usually bring Yen100,00. But this is for max 8 days only and inclusive of food, transportation, admissions to attractions. Shopping + accomodation are not included.

QUOTE(stimix @ Jun 12 2011, 12:16 PM)
Yeah really subjective.. Depending on where you go.

Just estimate the food & transport per day there _ how much you willing to spend on souvenmirs & etc and you hv a good idea already
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Jun 20 2011, 05:09 PM)
From my experience, all these are fine if it's not in huge quantities.

For Teck Aun pills - not sure coz it's chinese medication. Not sure how the immigration will react to that when they see it.

Wah, bring so much medicine... are you prone to getting sick easily? Poor you!

For flu hor, you can always buy redoxon (vitamin c soluble in water). When you feel like the flu is coming, faster take 1 glass lo

Added on June 20, 2011, 5:12 pm

thanks. Maybe I'll consider asking for lomotil from doctor instead for food poisoning. I get sick a lot especially after flights. So these are basically my imust haves when travel. Is redoxon passable for the custom check?

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QUOTE(fraulein @ Jun 20 2011, 10:04 PM)
thanks. Maybe I'll consider asking for lomotil from doctor instead for food poisoning. I get sick a lot especially after flights. So these are basically my imust haves when travel. Is redoxon passable for the custom check?
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Yes redoxon is OTC product. I bring it whenever I travel, even to Aus - super strict but they never said anything.
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Hi all , I have one question in mind which is will custom check on laptop software if it is genuine or not? As I heard before ppl end up been caught using a pirated window os
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Jun 20 2011, 10:33 PM)
Yes redoxon is OTC product. I bring it whenever I travel, even to Aus - super strict but they never said anything.
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Hi all , I have one question in mind which is will custom check on laptop software if it is genuine or not? As I heard before ppl end up been caught using a pirated window os
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I've never experienced this before whenever I travel with my laptop (domestically nor internationally).
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QUOTE(vinvin2z @ Jun 21 2011, 11:44 AM)
Hi all , I have one question in mind which is will custom check on laptop software if it is genuine or not? As I heard before ppl end up been caught using a pirated window os
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i went to newyork with a stopover at stockholm arlanda.. atleast half the passengers had laptop.. they dont have time to check your laptop 1 by 1.. the only way they would check it if you are pulled away to a closed security room because you are suspected as a terrorist.. by that time, a pirated OS is the least of your concerns.. tongue.gif

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Need urgent advice. I just bought a nasal spray from Guardian and after open the package just realized it's an aerosol bottle. I need nasal spray because the last time I was on flight, my nose seriously dry and hurt. Can I bring the nasal spray onto plane?
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QUOTE(fraulein @ Jun 23 2011, 09:57 PM)
Need urgent advice. I just bought a nasal spray from Guardian and after open the package just realized it's an aerosol bottle. I need nasal spray because the last time I was on flight, my nose seriously dry and hurt. Can I bring the nasal spray onto plane?
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Usually when your bag goes through the x-ray machine, confirm the officer will be able to spot it.

However, you can have a doctor's letter to prove that you absolutely need it during the flight. Else, no choice but to put wet tissue and keep wiping your nose OR apply vaseline to nose area.
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Jun 24 2011, 10:53 PM)
Usually when your bag goes through the x-ray machine, confirm the officer will be able to spot it.

However, you can have a doctor's letter to prove that you absolutely need it during the flight. Else, no choice but to put wet tissue and keep wiping your nose OR apply vaseline to nose area.
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But the hurt is inside the nose, at the nose bridge area wor.. I need the aerosol nasal spray to pump in sterile water into that area.

Just checked at TSA (US) website and an Australian dept of infras & transportation website . It says aerosol for over-the-counter, personal care and toiletries are allowed in hand-carry if under 100 ml. Just worried whether this 'standard' rules is made known in LCCT or not.

I'll think I'll gamble. Put it together with my other liquids into zip lock bag. If they notice then I explain, if not .. whistling.gif
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QUOTE(fraulein @ Jun 26 2011, 12:34 AM)
But the hurt is inside the nose, at the nose bridge area wor.. I need the aerosol nasal spray to pump in sterile water into that area.

Just checked at TSA (US) website and an Australian dept of infras & transportation website . It says aerosol for over-the-counter, personal care and toiletries are allowed in hand-carry if under 100 ml. Just worried whether this 'standard' rules is  made known in LCCT or not.

I'll think I'll gamble. Put it together with my other liquids into zip lock bag. If they notice then I explain, if not ..  whistling.gif
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Since you need sterile water, how about this?

U know those toner (for skincare) that has spray cap? Or the empty ones from Watson/Guardian?

Not sure how to categorize sterile water but if it's equivalent with boiled water, you can actually fill up the spray bottle with it and it's OK to bring spray bottle of 100ml and below into the flight.
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Jun 26 2011, 12:52 AM)
Since you need sterile water, how about this?

U know those toner (for skincare) that has spray cap? Or the empty ones from Watson/Guardian?

Not sure how to categorize sterile water but if it's equivalent with boiled water, you can actually fill up the spray bottle with it and it's OK to bring spray bottle of 100ml and below into the flight.
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You mean spray the water into my nostrils? Last time I did bring a water spray but I just spray outside the nose lah, doesn't work.
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QUOTE(fraulein @ Jun 26 2011, 11:20 AM)
You mean spray the water into my nostrils? Last time I did bring a water spray but I just spray outside the nose lah, doesn't work.
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Oh well, it was just a suggestion.
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Hi. Sorry if this question had been asked before. I want to know if I can use my brother ticket on behalf of him since he got anything else to do. Will I get caught if I use his ticket? I don't want to waste the ticket....
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You need IC,passport to chk in. You won't be able to pass through the chk in counter, let alone the airport security/immigration.

Why don't u just change the name on the ticket?? They allowed with small fee will be imposed. (not sure about Air Asia's rules though).

QUOTE(a_peace1101 @ Jul 1 2011, 07:24 PM)
Hi. Sorry if this question had been asked before. I want to know if I can use my brother ticket on behalf of him since he got anything else to do. Will I get caught if I use his ticket? I don't want to waste the ticket....
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QUOTE(Listiani @ Jul 1 2011, 07:31 PM)
You need IC,passport to chk in. You won't be able to pass through the chk in counter, let alone the airport security/immigration.

Why don't u just change the name on the ticket?? They allowed with small fee will be imposed. (not sure about Air Asia's rules though).
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Owh, really? How much that I need to pay? If so expensive better I buy another ticket...
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First of all, what airlines?? If MAS, If I am not mistaken u have to pay RM100 to change name but if AA, not sure.

QUOTE(a_peace1101 @ Jul 1 2011, 08:55 PM)
Owh, really? How much that I need to pay? If so expensive better I buy another ticket...
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Its AA...hopefully its cheaper than MAS...
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I'm using Celcom post paid for international roaming. I got special rates from Celcom automatically because they can see from my monthly bills that I travel a lot.

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Hye sorry if the topic had been asked before, I'm curious did anyone of us here ever wondered about one more important thing for travelers which is phone+connectivity, which telco do u guys prefer to use or prefer to use for international roaming?
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Hye sorry if the topic had been asked before, I'm curious did anyone of us here ever wondered about one more important thing for travelers which is phone+connectivity, which telco do u guys prefer to use or prefer to use for international roaming?
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I'm also using Celcom. However, whenever I reach a foreign country, first thing i'll do is just get a local sim card so it's easier to get in touch with friends and cheaper too.
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QUOTE(blondeyes @ Jul 4 2011, 11:08 PM)
Hye sorry if the topic had been asked before, I'm curious did anyone of us here ever wondered about one more important thing for travelers which is phone+connectivity, which telco do u guys prefer to use or prefer to use for international roaming?
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I think roaming is not needed unless you're expecting someone important to call you on your Malaysian number.
For local calls on foreign soils, a prepaid local sim card is usually cheaper, and definitely much more convenient. Plus if you have local friends/colleagues, can give them the number and they can easily call you too. Some situations, e.g. calling cabs, reserving tables in restaurants, is much easier when you have a local number.
For long distance calls e.g. back to Malaysia, generally those long distance prepaid cards are more worth it unless it's a country your telco has special arrangement with.
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hi..all sifu..where do get the re-sealable plastic to put in my cleanser, toner and all comestic product?any zip plastic will do?
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hi..all sifu..where do get the re-sealable plastic to put in my cleanser, toner and all comestic product?any zip plastic will do?
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Do you know those plastic bags that is sealable that's available from any supermarket... those that you put sandwich in? That one will do as well.

As long as it's clear plastic and sealable.
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Jul 20 2011, 09:52 AM)
Do you know those plastic bags that is sealable that's available from any supermarket... those that you put sandwich in? That one will do as well.

As long as it's clear plastic and sealable.
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oh..ok..i will try to look for it...thanks!
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QUOTE(pennee86 @ Jul 20 2011, 01:57 PM)
oh..ok..i will try to look for it...thanks!
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Most of the time it's stack near the place where they have the party utensils (plastic fork/plate/spoon) and aluminium foil...

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been searching for bargain airline tickets and notice that if we book one way tickets with airlines such as Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines, the price for one way ticket is 3-4 times more expensive than if we book return tickets. Any idea why?
the pricing seems so ridiculous when a one way ticket pricing can easily buy a two way tickets for 2 adults.
seems like only airasia allow cheap 1 way tickets.


Added on July 27, 2011, 12:25 amactually was thinking of buying air ticket by AA to macau and then cross over to hongkong and flying direct back in Cathay/MAS without the need to return to macau. But seems like can get reasonable priced tickets

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Anyone know whether it's ok to request manual inspection on camera films in LCCT?
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Why would they check on camera films? I'm curious. I've brought tons of camera films, but I've never been checked before. smile.gif
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Why would they check on camera films? I'm curious. I've brought tons of camera films, but I've never been checked before. smile.gif
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As long as you didn't bring weapons such as knives, guns etc. and liquid will be safe!

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Just wondering are MAS & Air Asia local malaysia flights allowed to carry water into check point or no?
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Yes, inside or outside my backpack. Never encounter trouble so far.
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If it is a MAS flight, I am sure you can ask for a glass of water. smile.gif
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Are we are allowed to bring any liquids into the aeroplance in our cabin bag for Domestic Flights within Malaysia?

I'm aware of the rules on liquids when it comes to international flights but are the rules the same for domestic flights?

Many thanks hmm.gif
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Jul 5 2011, 08:53 AM)
I'm also using Celcom. However, whenever I reach a foreign country, first thing i'll do is just get a local sim card so it's easier to get in touch with friends and cheaper too.
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yaya. getting local sim card is so much economical. easily can get it from 7-11/convenience store

for hb, he will on his roaming...but he wont answer his incoming call, but will use the local sim card (another phone ie mine!) to return his client's call. PS:- for digi, remember to cancel ur voice mail service..if not later ended up there is a huge charges on it
(hmm i remember for our 1 week at india, his roaming bill is rm300++ , but he never answered his phone, he just let it ring.. only when come back & enquired on d charges, they said all is voice mail. apala... told him to pick up & simple said he was at overseas vmad.gif )

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QUOTE(davinci_maggie @ Sep 29 2011, 01:37 PM)
yaya. getting local sim card is so much economical. easily can get it from 7-11/convenience store

for hb, he will on his roaming...but he wont answer his incoming call, but will use the local sim card (another phone ie mine!) to return his client's call. PS:- for digi, remember to cancel ur voice mail service..if not later ended up there is a huge charges on it
(hmm i remember for our 1 week at india, his roaming bill is rm300++ , but he never answered his phone, he just let it ring.. only when come back & enquired on d charges, they said all is voice mail. apala... told him to pick up & simple said he was at overseas  vmad.gif )
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Since you already have a foreign local sim card, you can use international call forwarding service to forward all incoming calls from Malaysia callers to your foreign local phone number at a very cheap rate (example India is 10sen /min). No need to call back the caller, just answer the phone and take your time to talk coz it only cost you 10sen per min,

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Since you already have a foreign local sim card, you can use international call forwarding service to forward all incoming calls from Malaysia callers to your foreign local phone number at a very cheap rate (example India is 10sen /min). No need to call back the caller, just answer the phone and take your time to talk coz it only cost you 10sen per min,
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Hehe I told my hb about ur service .. He said lazy todo all d setting n there will be another charges incurred. So he prefer d "hard n cheap" way lol
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hai,
i need some advice on the travelling
as this will be the first time for us travel out from country
i m not so clear abt the luggage & the way to settle in airport, really blur now.. huhu

What is the size & weight for the luggage if using AirAsia.
Can i bring lotsa dry food like maggi, nescafe / tea
How abt the toiletries.. I heard the max is 100ml per item
(not so clear is it only for carry bag/ we can bring more in big luggage)
And what to do in airport, need help here =(
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QUOTE(yana_adell @ Oct 7 2011, 04:12 PM)
hai,
i need some advice on the travelling
as this will be the first time for us travel out from country
i m not so clear abt the luggage & the way to settle in airport, really blur now.. huhu

What is the size & weight for the luggage if using AirAsia.
Can i bring lotsa dry food like maggi, nescafe / tea
How abt the toiletries.. I heard the max is 100ml per item
(not so clear is it only for carry bag/ we can bring more in big luggage)
And what to do in airport, need help here =(
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Do make use of Air Asia's website 'search' box. All can be found at their website.


1) Cabin Baggage
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Unchecked Baggage: Passengers (except infants) are allowed two (2) items of baggage to be carried on board.  The items of baggage may be a combination of any two of the following: cabin bag or a laptop bag or a handbag.  The cabin bag shall not exceed the dimensions of 56cm X 36cm X 23cm and must not weigh more than 7kg. Such baggage must fit under the seat in front of you or in an enclosed storage compartment in the cabin. Items determined by us to be of excessive weight or size or of an offensive nature will not be permitted on board.

Subject to the prevalent applicable local laws and regulations passengers may take liquids on board in their hand luggage provided they meet the following restrictions:

The liquid is in a container with a maximum volume of 100ml
That all liquid containers meeting the maximum volume of 100ml each can be fitted comfortably into a transparent, re-sealable 1 litre plastic bag
The plastic bag should be presented separately at security. You may be required to dispose of liquids which do not meet the above requirements.


2) Check In Luggage

- Depends if you have bought 15kg, etc. Size does not matter as long as you do not exceed the weight purchased. Else need to top it up at the airport for a higher fee.

3) Yes you can bring dry food out of Malaysia but the question is - will the country that you are entering are allowing you to do so. Why need to bring all those when you can buy it where you are at?

4) Toiletries - refer no 1).
- It means that total must not exceed 1litre. That also means you can only bring 10 different liquid bottles of 100ml each.

5) What to do in Airport?
- WTH?!?!?! Eat, sit, go online (if got free wifi), go toilet, check out duty free shop.
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REPLIED

- Depends if you have bought 15kg, etc. Size does not matter as long as you do not exceed the weight purchased. Else need to top it up at the airport for a higher fee.
(This charge oni for hand luggage aite that we bring together in cabin?)

3) Yes you can bring dry food out of Malaysia but the question is - will the country that you are entering are allowing you to do so. Why need to bring all those when you can buy it where you are at?
(Easier to find HALAL food?M goin to phuket)

4) Toiletries - refer no 1).
- It means that total must not exceed 1litre. That also means you can only bring 10 different liquid bottles of 100ml each.
(This charge oni for hand luggage aite that we bring together in cabin?
How if i put all them in big luggage, can i bring more then?)

5) What to do in Airport?
- WTH?!?!?! Eat, sit, go online (if got free wifi), go toilet, check out duty free shop.
(What i mean is, this is my 1st time so i dunno the procedure, what to do once i get there, shud i go to counter 1st change itinerary for ticket, then which way to go, & others till i getting on the plane, i really dunno all this. Thats y ask here. I never travel out from country before.)

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REPLIED

- Depends if you have bought 15kg, etc. Size does not matter as long as you do not exceed the weight purchased. Else need to top it up at the airport for a higher fee.
(This charge oni for hand luggage aite that we bring together in cabin?)

3) Yes you can bring dry food out of Malaysia but the question is - will the country that you are entering are allowing you to do so. Why need to bring all those when you can buy it where you are at?
(Easier to find HALAL food?M goin to phuket)

4) Toiletries - refer no 1).
- It means that total must not exceed 1litre. That also means you can only bring 10 different liquid bottles of 100ml each.
(This charge oni for hand luggage aite that we bring together in cabin?
How if i put all them in big luggage, can i bring more then?)

5) What to do in Airport?
- WTH?!?!?! Eat, sit, go online (if got free wifi), go toilet, check out duty free shop.
(What i mean is, this is my 1st time so i dunno the procedure, what to do once i get there, shud i go to counter 1st change itinerary for ticket, then which way to go, & others till i getting on the plane, i really dunno all this. Thats y ask here. I never travel out from country before.)
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1) Cabin Luggage = Luggage that you can take into the cabin
Check In Luggage = Luggage that you check in

3) Should be able to find but your food items MIGHT get rejected if the country does not allow food products in their country.

4) This is for cabin luggage. For Check In Luggage - you want to bring 1 tonne also can.

5) Change itinerary for?
- if u have checked in via web, go straight to baggage drop counter. If not, head towards check in counter to check in.
- Check your ticket what time you are supposed to be at the gate area. If it's time, head towards the immigration and get your passport scanned/stamped.
- Wait at the gate until they call you for boarding.
- There are usually cafes and duty free shops at the gate area if you want to eat/shop for something.
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i got a flight to bintulu from lcct next month . just for a night trip . i dont check in bag . so is it ok to bring perfume and shower gel with the on board baggage ? thx
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QUOTE(QD_buyer @ Oct 8 2011, 06:09 PM)
i got a flight to bintulu from lcct next month . just for a night trip . i dont check in bag . so is it ok to bring perfume and shower gel with the on board baggage ? thx
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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Oct 7 2011, 04:59 PM)
1) Cabin Luggage = Luggage that you can take into the cabin
Check In Luggage = Luggage that you check in

3) Should be able to find but your food items MIGHT get rejected if the country does not allow food products in their country.

4) This is for cabin luggage. For Check In Luggage - you want to bring 1 tonne also can.

5) Change itinerary for?
- if u have checked in via web, go straight to baggage drop counter. If not, head towards check in counter to check in.
- Check your ticket what time you are supposed to be at the gate area. If it's time, head towards the immigration and get your passport scanned/stamped.
- Wait at the gate until they call you for boarding.
- There are usually cafes and duty free shops at the gate area if you want to eat/shop for something.
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What do u guys think are my chances of using my 35+10L backpack as carry one luggage on Singapore Airlines? Their webside says 55cm x40cm x20cm trolley bag. Could i get pass with a backpack?
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Which is better way : Change money here/ the country?
How abt the rates...
If we withdrawal using their bank, is there any extra charges?
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To Phuket
Which is better way : Change money here/ the country?
How abt the rates...
If we withdrawal using their bank, is there any extra charges?
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Sometime changing here is better because you can go around and do your survey at your own time and pace.

Maybank charges RM12 for each transaction for withdrawal using debit card.
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QUOTE(happyshirt @ Oct 10 2011, 09:36 PM)
What do u guys think are my chances of using my 35+10L backpack as carry one luggage on Singapore Airlines? Their webside says 55cm x40cm x20cm trolley bag. Could i get pass with a backpack?
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Did you try measuring your backpack? If your backpack does not fit into that measurement, confirm need to check in.


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Did you try measuring your backpack? If your backpack does not fit into that measurement, confirm need to check in.
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yep i did. it just fits into the dimensions. i'm just worried that backpacks tend to be more bulky than trolley bags so they may hv problem with that. alternatively i check in the backpack and bring bigger carry on.
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QUOTE(happyshirt @ Oct 11 2011, 11:14 AM)
yep i did. it just fits into the dimensions. i'm just worried that backpacks tend to be more bulky than trolley bags so they may hv problem with that. alternatively i check in the backpack and bring bigger carry on.
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Yes, that may be the case. Sometimes the person at the check-in counter would require you to check-in the backpack and not bring it on board. Like what you say, backpacks are always bulkier compared to trolley bags. It all comes back to the person at the check-in counter.
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For AirAsia, if my bag dimension is bigger than the hand carry allowable size, but the bag is soft so I can still squeeze it into the airport 'size measurement jig', is it ok to bring it onboard?

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QUOTE(atah @ Oct 12 2011, 10:35 AM)
For AirAsia, if my bag dimension is bigger than the hand carry allowable size, but the bag is soft so I can still squeeze it into the airport 'size measurement jig', is it ok to bring it onboard?
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Slightly bigger? Or way bigger? But then, my laptop bag sometimes also like that as I stuff my jackets and my DSLR bag into the laptop bag as well. I can get through normally so it might not be a problem. But just for a note, my bag even with the camera and laptop in it is still considered light. It just looks bulky.
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QUOTE(digitalz @ Oct 12 2011, 10:59 AM)
Slightly bigger? Or way bigger? But then, my laptop bag sometimes also like that as I stuff my jackets and my DSLR bag into the laptop bag as well. I can get through normally so it might not be a problem. But just for a note, my bag even with the camera and laptop in it is still considered light. It just looks bulky.
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It's about few inches bigger in each direction, so in total it's quite big. But as only have garments inside, it can be squeezed to fit into the 'tester'.




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QUOTE(atah @ Oct 13 2011, 01:32 PM)
It's about few inches bigger in each direction, so in total it's quite big. But as only have garments inside, it can be squeezed to fit into the 'tester'.
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Is very much depending on the discretion of the AA staff manning the gate. Sometimes can get thru. Sometimes have to check in. To play safe, better comply the rules. Grey argument can't guarantee.
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did any one fly with jetstar?
when i bought ticket that time there is no field for me to key in passenger info such as passport number etc
how do i enter my passenger info


1st timer with jetstar
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i got one question. can we reissue a part of ticket that we have not used 3 years ago. i know there is fee involved but just want to know whether is it possible or not.

e.g. Sydney-KL-Paris (to/fro), i'm not utilise the route of KL return to Sydney (consider no show as well because the date of flight already printed out in e-ticket)
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hey guys, I would like to ask if is it okay to bring powder on travel? I ll put it into my check in luggage, is that okay?
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QUOTE(cenkudu @ Nov 12 2011, 12:54 PM)
i got one question. can we reissue a part of ticket that we have not used 3 years ago. i know there is fee involved but just want to know whether is it possible or not.

e.g. Sydney-KL-Paris (to/fro), i'm not utilise the route of KL return to Sydney (consider no show as well because the date of flight already printed out in e-ticket)
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So long already! Definatley cannot reissue. From what I know, usually you have got to get it reissued to another date prior to the actual travelling date that's stated on the ticket.


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QUOTE(Shazzac @ Dec 11 2011, 10:17 PM)
So long already! Definatley cannot reissue.
But no harm trying smile.gif


QUOTE(Shazzac @ Dec 11 2011, 10:17 PM)
From what I know, usually you have got to get it reissued to another date prior to the actual travelling date that's stated on the ticket.
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Not really. It all depends on the T&C of the fare category and for most more expensive Economy Class ticket, one can change the travelling date before or after the actual travel date. For the fully flexible Economy Class ticket (very expensive), there is no penalty for changing travel date as long as it's done before the actual travel date.

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Apart from 100ml for each toileteries.. how about disposable razor in hand carry luggage?

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Apart from 100ml for each toileteries.. how about disposable razor in hand carry luggage?
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Aiyo, no sharp items in hand carry luggage la.
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Aiyo, no sharp items in hand carry luggage la.
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Thanks..thought that those razor cartrigde can bring on board
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Will luggage cover protect the soft luggage or will the cover itself be torn off easily as it is slightly loose fitting?
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Well,the safest bag I see to travel with is those hard type ie: samsonite,lojel etc...
Why? Well..if u happen to see how the luggage handler move your bag around..u will be like...OMG..WTF ???

the luggage cover purpose is just for extra security reason if u ask me..if it happen tht your bag would e the target of theft..the cover simply make it more difficult,slow them down kind of stuff...

Well...some pro thief can open your zip with just a ball pen...hope this help

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hi guys, im planning to go for a trip somewhere around April.

My flight transit in Amsterdam. Can i go out from the airport just to snap some pictures.

my transit time is 50 minutes and 1 hour 25 minutes back n forth respectively.
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QUOTE(hafiez @ Jan 3 2012, 07:16 PM)
hi guys, im planning to go for a trip somewhere around April.

My flight transit in Amsterdam. Can i go out from the airport just to snap some pictures.

my transit time is 50 minutes and 1 hour 25 minutes back n forth respectively.
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based on my experience, in some big airport, if transit time around 1 hour, there will be no time to go out. You need to check 1st whether you need to check-in again or not during transit. Also need to check the gate distance. 1 hour is barely enough for you to check-in and walk to new gate.
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Oh wow... Okay.. Thanks bro!
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Hi Guys, booked my flight to Incheon on Monday 9 January. Thing is, I accidentally web checked in already. Now I want to upgrade my flight seats to premium (going with my gf) for 2 people.

http://www.airasia.com/my/en/upgradetraveloption.html

Can I still upgrade it or after I web check in, I can't?
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Hello guys, I am now in the united states, and my parents are going to visit me sometime in May this year.

Does any of you guys know that am I able to book the flight ticket online, let's say from cathay pacific homepage, from malaysia to USA, and give them the tickets information by sending them the email conformation/itinerary, so that they can check in from malaysia?

I am trying to do this because it's so much cheaper to buy a roundtrip flight ticket from here, than it will cost in malaysia.
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QUOTE(zs3889 @ Jan 13 2012, 01:08 PM)
Hello guys, I am now in the united states, and my parents are going to visit me sometime in May this year.

Does any of you guys know that am I able to book the flight ticket online, let's say from cathay pacific homepage, from malaysia to USA, and give them the tickets information by sending them the email conformation/itinerary, so that they can check in from malaysia?

I am trying to do this because it's so much cheaper to buy a roundtrip flight ticket from here, than it will cost in malaysia.
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If the itinerary sent to you by email, why cannot... just resent to your family and ask them to print it. But you need to check how to check later. Like Air Asia can do web check in, so easy. Cathay also have it http://www.cathaypacific.com/cpa/en_INTL/m.../olci/aboutolci
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is camera bag considered as 1 item?
can i bring 1 hand carry 1 backpack & 1 camera bag?
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Hi, just to add at the 1st post icon_rolleyes.gif

1) Bring 3in1s like Milo, hot choco, nescafe .Can safe u a lot smile.gif
2) toiletries /toiletries bag
3) Bring a map of the places u wanna go, no matter if u have a GPS / mobile or so. - having a physical map is always a good practice
4) Torch Light - small led torch using 1battery or than can stand long for at least 1 week.
5) Mosquito repellent. Always comes in handy especially traveling in asean countries
6) Anti-Fog spray. (for those who like to rent snorkel equipment, sometimes if u feel using ur saliva is disgusting to prevent the fog)
7) Itinerary - Are good for trips less then 7days smile.gif it varies from simple interesting places to day to day itinerary. Depends on ur liking. Even if u r planning to have a free n easy trip, having at least some List of places not to be missed is always a good idea biggrin.gif

as for me , before i travel , I print this Things to bring list -> my travel check list flex.gif (of coz some personal modifications would be needed to suit u)
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Hey, My mom is going to Hong Kong in April. What shoe can she buy so that she can walk comfortable in long walk?
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QUOTE(deadboy 164 @ Jan 24 2012, 11:37 AM)
Hey, My mom is going to Hong Kong in April. What shoe can she buy so that she can walk comfortable in long walk?
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walking shoe..
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Hey, My mom is going to Hong Kong in April. What shoe can she buy so that she can walk comfortable in long walk?
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walking sneakers
or maybe something from scholl

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Hi, can i bring hair spray and shaver razor in carry on bag?


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Pointed/edged weapons & sharp objects include but are not limited to:

• Axes & hatchets, arrows and darts, crampons (grappling iron, hooked bar of iron, or plate with iron spikes used in mountaineering)

• Harpoons & spears, ice axes & ice picks, ice skates, lockable or flick knives with blades of any length, knives, including ceremonial, religious and hunting
  knives made of metal

• Meat cleavers, machetes, open razors and blades (excluding safety or disposable razors with blades enclosed in cartridge), sabres, swords and
  swordsticks, scalpels, scissors with blades of any length, ski and walking/hiking poles, throwing stars, tradesman's tools that have the potential to be used
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I found this in air asia website. So does that mean that shaving razor is not consider as sharp object?
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Hi, can i bring hair spray and shaver razor in carry on bag?
I found this in air asia website. So does that mean that shaving razor is not consider as sharp object?
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cannot bring spray in carry on, must put in check-in bag. Shaver razor is fine if it is those disposable one and capped
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Some flight will provide free razor.
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cannot bring spray in carry on, must put in check-in bag. Shaver razor is fine if it is those disposable one and capped
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Some flight will provide free razor.
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Hi, thank for your reply.

One more question does air asia provide free baggage allowance? If yes what is the free baggage allowance?
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QUOTE(kakashi44 @ Feb 10 2012, 08:06 PM)
Hi, thank for your reply.

One more question does air asia provide free baggage allowance? If yes what is the free baggage allowance?
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AskAirAsia > Menu Before You Fly > Add-Ons
Do you provide free check in baggage allowance?

No. If you travel with check in baggage you will be charged a fee at different rates depending on the airport from which you fly. You may access our fee schedule here. Do be aware that you will be charged a flat rate for the first 15kg and a different rate for each additional kg at the airport.

You can however save on baggage charges by pre-booking baggage online at airasia.com during the booking process or via Manage My Booking. A minimum of 15kg of checked baggage may be purchased at first instance and you can UPSIZE at the incremental weight of 5kg or SUPERSIZE it to 30kg. If you UPSIZE or SUPERSIZE your baggage four hours or more before scheduled departure, you can save up to 50% on charges.

If your actual baggage weight is less than the pre-booked weight, fees paid are non-refundable. However, baggage weight is transferable from one guest to another, if they are travelling on the same itinerary.

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Nothing free...

AskAirAsia > Menu Before You Fly > Add-Ons
Do you provide free check in baggage allowance?

No. If you travel with check in baggage you will be charged a fee at different rates depending on the airport from which you fly. You may access our fee schedule here. Do be aware that you will be charged a flat rate for the first 15kg and a different rate for each additional kg at the airport.

You can however save on baggage charges by pre-booking baggage online at airasia.com during the booking process or via Manage My Booking. A minimum of 15kg of checked baggage may be purchased at first instance and you can UPSIZE at the incremental weight of 5kg or SUPERSIZE it to 30kg. If you UPSIZE or SUPERSIZE your baggage four hours or more before scheduled departure, you can save up to 50% on charges.

If your actual baggage weight is less than the pre-booked weight, fees paid are non-refundable. However, baggage weight is transferable from one guest to another, if they are travelling on the same itinerary.
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So I bought a bunch of comic books in Japan enough to fit a specialized plastic box for comics in it (it's a big box stuffed with comic books).

I plan to stuff it in my check in baggage on my way back (Or should I carry it all in my handcarry bag?). How likely will I be asked to open it up for inspection? Some of them have rather misleading (things like art of half naked girls) cover art, despite not having any adult contents.
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i try to search booking KL-Milan (return), if using expedia price about RM 4K using combination of MAS (KL-Ams) and KLM (Ams-Milan)

but if buy separately through MAS and KLM the total only RM 3K. but I am wondering if we buy this two set tickets (1 from MAS and 1 from KLM) are we able to check in luggage direct to Milan (destination)
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QUOTE(cenkudu @ Mar 16 2012, 09:24 PM)
i try to search booking KL-Milan (return), if using expedia price about RM 4K using combination of MAS (KL-Ams) and KLM (Ams-Milan)

but if buy separately through MAS and KLM the total only RM 3K. but I am wondering if we buy this two set tickets (1 from MAS and 1 from KLM) are we able to check in luggage direct to Milan (destination)
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If your AMS - MIL flight is a code share flight with Mh code , you may be able to
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Some tips of mine:
If you are afraid of bringing your passport out shopping or go to attraction places, create photocopies of your passport, important documents inside your bag. That way, if a police wants your identification, you ca provide them the relevant document.

If you are going to do a lot of walking, I would advice you not to wear sandals/flip-flops at all. Based on my own experience after walking around Singapore for 8 hours+, my legs were in so much pain.

This is an advise from a website I found where they say take a picture of yourself, and your IC. I know it sounds very crazy but if for instance, you lost your hand phone, or camera, and by some miracle, a very nice person found it. At least, that person would know how to contact you.


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For men, just get a medium sling bag and put all your important documents inside...



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