Recent questions tagged tourism

Description : What are the different regions in Germany known for?

Last Answer : Well, Saxony is known for being a breeding ground for Neo Nazis and adjacents. That is not an inaccurate assessment.

Description : Should a statue of Marilyn Monroe's iconic pose be taken down because it is sexist?

Last Answer : It's a cultural icon. I think we're getting a bit to sensitive these days. And while some sensitivity is a good thing, we have a tendency to get carried away at times. I'm more offended by ... takes al types, and one persons anathema is another persons heritage or icon. Make of that what you will.

Description : What are the different regions of Germany famous for?

Last Answer : Is this for homework? If so, we don’t do people’s homework here, but if you try to answer the question yourself and tell us where you got stuck, we may be able to help.

Description : What do you think of surge pricing?

Last Answer : It seems to me that the prices goes up during peak periods but doesn’t come down lower than it has been on other times so I see it at as a gouging technique. Airlines are doing it now with frequent flyer point too.

Description : Can crime reports be falsified to scare away people or to attract tourists?

Last Answer : Split the question in two. Crime reports (specifically reporting IP addresses for so-called illegal downloads) is a commonly reported crime' by movie companies. The problem is, they're more often than not ... the local crime reports? I don't. All in all, not a real smart or effective approach.

Description : What should I see in Seattle in a short visit?

Last Answer : I would want to see the Space Needle. I’ve never been there, but they show it a lot on Grey’s Anatomy.

Description : Why do tourists go to Afghanistan?

Last Answer : Ancient ruins?

Description : Would you visit Chernobyl on one of the tours being offered daily?

Last Answer : Only if I am allowed to wear a suit of T-60 Power Armour.

Description : 15 year sentence of hard labor for 20 year old US tourist who stole propaganda poster in North Korea. Does it make you wonder why anybody would go to North Korea?

Last Answer : I can’t imagine why anybody would want to visit North Korea. I also know that when you’re in another country you have to abide by that country’s laws. Coercion is a distinct possibility. He might have been taking pictures or something, we may never know.

Description : If I wanted to visit North Korea, where would I begin?

Last Answer : answer:There's information available via Google @Jeruba. For instance, this site provides information about visiting North Korea. It looks to be out-of-date, but it includes the names of three people who ... as a writer. Either way, the people connected to these sites would be good places to start.

Description : I'm driving up I75 in January, anything I should stop and see?

Last Answer : answer:Just south of Cincinnati there are a couple of MicroBreweries that may be interesting if you are stopping there. We can change it from tourism to Brewerism.

Description : Any must sees in Amish country in Ohio?

Last Answer : You’re going from Fl to Ohio? Are you f***ing nuts? You’ll freeze your nads off. You don’t come this far North unless you’re nuts. Although the food is amazing. God they have something that touches them and their food. Swing up to NYS and I’ll show you some special places.

Description : Would you recommend staying in the DownTown area of Las Vegas?

Last Answer : answer:I have driven around there, although I haven't stayed downtown. It's funky, dirty, seedy, and I found it a bit dangerous - put it this way: I had no problem walking around on and ... a couple of miles apart. Will you be gambling? Sightseeing? Convention? The city bus system is pretty good.

Description : App to share live audio across devices (like a tour guide speaking to a group)?

Last Answer : answer:I believe this is called a phone…~ Ok, seriously though. Other than just doing a conference call through something like Uber Conference, how about something like google hangouts?

Description : What are some uncommon ideas of things to do when visiting San Diego?

Last Answer : Hillcrest has the best record stores, if you’re into that thing. San Diego apparently also has a lot of breweries, but I’ve never been to one. I’d personally go to Stone Brewing Company for a tour.

Description : What's there to do in San Francisco?

Last Answer : Yes, you can pack up and leave San Francisco The Golden Gate Park is worth visiting

Description : A place/country that suffers from negative aspects of tourism?

Last Answer : North Korea comes to mind.

Description : What do you think when you see a tourist group in the city?

Last Answer : answer:Not much. They come and they go all the time. It's not a big deal - I live in a big city where people like to visit. Mostly I'm happy that they are here and spending money, because the ... the tourists coming here keep a lot of people employed. So it's no big deal to have tourists in town.

Description : Will you help me plan my Canadian adventure?

Last Answer : answer:The provincial museum in Victoria is very nice. Also, if you can get out into the wilderness that is the rest of Vancouver Island, it is spectacular. Trees more than 1,000 years old on Meares Island, ... [don't sit too close or you'll get splashed] and Beluga). Also, the Sun Yat Sen gardens.

Description : How many breweries or wineries have you visited?

Last Answer : answer:Wineries: Several in Napa Valley (CA) Couple in France Biltmore Estate Winery (Ashville, NC) Many in Texas (there are several withing miles of my home) Breweries: Couple in Texas Couple in Portland, OR ... that I can't recall offhand-I've managed to lose a few braincells during my visits ;-)

Description : Quick! I need places around Columbus, Ohio that would appeal to my mother!

Last Answer : answer:Wow @RocketSquid, that's asking for a lot without more details, especially if activities are already planned. My recommendation would be to take a look at this list on TripAdvisor of activities ... , I suspect your mom, like most mothers, just wants to enjoy the family time together.

Description : What should I do in Vancouver for 4 hours?

Last Answer : From where the cruise ships dock to where Granville Island is may be a stretch for 4 hours as you'd have to travel through some congested traffic. I love Granville Island, though. Stanley Park is beautiful. ... and get a good view of North Vancouver. For time's sake you may want to stick with that.

Description : Where to gather white coral rocks for lava graffiti?

Last Answer : I know this is crazy since I’ve lived here for 11 years, but I have no idea where to get the coral. I think that people dive for it. Honestly.

Description : What are the "must-do's" in New York City for a first-timer?

Last Answer : answer:Make sure you hit up some of the museums. The Natural History museum in Manhattan is my favorite place on earth. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Museum_of_Natural_History

Description : Do you think cities and towns should end the use of horse-drawn carriages, which are primarily for tourists?

Last Answer : answer:I have no qualms with it and I have a zoo keeper g/f who is very environmentally friendly/conscious and an animal lover.. and she has no qualms. The animals aren't being beaten or anything ... are the types of people who disagree that people should even be allowed to have pet dogs and cats.

Description : Where to go explore in RI?

Last Answer : Newport is beautiful, and Providence seemed decent too.

Description : Do you have a city that you love or hate and for what reasons?

Last Answer : I live here in NYC and I love it. I love how random it is, sometimes and how busy and how the boroughs are different and all the things you can explore and the no nonsense attitude. I don’t like the areas of NYC where there are many tourists but luckily I don’t go over there often.

Description : If you have the money will you say Hello to space?

Last Answer : I think not now. I would have loved to when I was younger.

Description : What is the most interesting journey in your life?

Last Answer : I went on a two week vacation to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. I just took my dog,photo gear, clothes and cash.I rented a beach house and had an absolute blast.I had the best neighbors too! ... loved the drive down from Michigan and would do it again in a heartbeat. Solo trips are GREAT! :))

Description : Curious observation - Black and white tourists in the US - Where are all the African-American tourists?

Last Answer : answer:Really? Arizona – where they want you to carry papers if you’re anything darker than ivory, and Utah, where the state religion basically states you’re subhuman if you’re black? That surprises you? By the way, welcome home! I missed you.

Description : Does this "welcome message" from the mayor of Reykjavik (capitol city of Iceland) make you want to move there and not just visit?

Last Answer : answer:MOOMINS! Sorry, the article mentioned other things? Reykjavík is a beautiful name. I like it already.

Description : What are the must see/do things in Toronto?

Last Answer : Definetely check out the CN Tower and Dundas Square. The CN Tower is just beautiful and there’s always some sort of even in dundas square, and it’s even close the the very popular Eaton Centre where you can shop. Have fun!

Description : Hiking in Arizona and Utah: Which parks require backcountry permits?

Last Answer : answer:“Grand Falls area also requires you to have a backcountry permit and is a day use area.” Source The Rincon area of Suguaro national Park only requires a backcountry permit for overnight camping. Source The Coconino National Forest requires backcountry permits for winter access only. Source

Description : Looking for Arizona and Utah insider tips: What places and events do you know of that usually get overlooked in tourist guides?

Last Answer : Mount Wheeler and Lehmans Caves in Baker, NV and the Shakespearean Festival in Cedar City, Utah.

Description : You become a tourist guide for a group of foreigner for a day in your state. How can you impress them?

Last Answer : answer:take them to churchill downs and to the whiskey makers. 6 am….no way. thats too early. KY….fast horses….great women…...good times

Description : Quick! Non-touristy things to do in NYC? ALSO, good place to get cocktails?

Last Answer : Go out and get a slice.

Description : How to plan a tour budget to England?

Last Answer : answer:Kent is not a town; it’s a county. We need more information before we can help, like how long you’ll be staying in England, how you plan to travel around (coach, train, bus, etc…) and what the purpose of the trip is.

Description : What should I do in Madison, Wisconsin tomorrow?

Last Answer : I would go on as many of these factory tours as I could squeeze into my schedule!

Description : What do you do with elderly parents when they visit?

Last Answer : What island are you on?

Description : British tourism week;Where's somewhere in Britain that you've visited & enjoyed?

Last Answer : Glastonbury and Wells. Two lovely places each with their own characters. Ah… I can’t wait to visit them again in summer

Description : What is there to do in Boston on a rainy day?

Last Answer : answer:You can ride the T and people watch. That’s surprisingly fun. Also, if you were going to go to a museum, I highly recommend the Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum, just for the museum space. It’s lovely. One of my favorite museums of all time.

Description : I'm ditching the Snowpocalypse for Vegas. What should I see and do while I'm there?

Last Answer : Go to the clubs girl. They’re awesome. Club jet at the mirage is pretty cool

Description : Disneyland or Walt Disney World?

Last Answer : The Magic Kingdom part of Disney World is pretty much the same as Disneyland in Anaheim. There are of course more parts in Walt Disney World, but as far as I am concerned the ones I saw did not ... say whichever is closer to where you are is best. I wouldn't travel cross country to see either one.

Description : Where is somewhere in your country that you would recommend to a tourist who would like to visit somewhere let's say, different unconventional?

Last Answer : The upper peninsula of Michigan. It’s really lovely up there, but it’s very cold in the winter, so plan accordingly.

Description : Does anyone think Haiti will be better than ever?

Last Answer : In the long run. It was the best thing that ever happen to that country.

Description : What is/are your favourite thing(s) to do while on a weekend trip to NY city?

Last Answer : Museum of natural history The metropolitan museum of art Washington Square park

Description : How far away do you live from your cities biggest tourist attraction?

Last Answer : pittsburghs biggest tourist attraction LOL i dont believe this question applies to me. no but seriously.

Description : What are some overrated tourist attractions?

Last Answer : Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles. Tons of tourist traps. It is as well crowded and dirty.

Description : What's your favorite city?

Last Answer : I like San Francisco because of the water and bridges. I think it’s pretty.

Description : Why aren't there fireflies on Hawaii?

Last Answer : Hawaii is isolated enough that the only way fireflies could get there is if they were unnaturally introduced (like the pineapple, rooster and coconut palm). As long as shipments coming in to Hawaiian ports don’t bring in fireflies, there won’t ever be any.