Question: I’m planning on traveling throughout some countries in Europe for three months (I understand 90 days are the limit unfortunately), mainly doing stuff through helpx.net and workaway.info (helping out in places for accommodation and meals). What I want to do is arrive in one country, stay there for two or three weeks, then go on to another country, and so on, until my 90 days are done and I go home.

So I have a few questions:

1) I understand that the UK/Ireland aren’t a part of the Schengen Agreement. Does that mean that if I start my travels in France, and after 90 days of staying in the Schengen Agreement countries, I go to the UK - can I stay there for an additional two/three weeks? Or must my time in England be included in the 90 days even though they’re not strictly in the agreement?

2) I understand that some countries have strict border rules. Doing a trip like this means I can’t simply order a two-way ticket to the first country I’m visiting, because I can’t be sure exactly when I want to leave. I may decide to continue to another country after two weeks, or after three weeks - depending on where I am and how much fun it is over there, etc. So what I thought I’d do was buy a one-way ticket for my first country, and then go on depending on how things go. But I read in several places that some countries may make trouble about the whole one-way ticket thing (especially the UK from what I’ve read) - and they want proof that you’re leaving their country in some specific date.. if that’s true then must I buy some second plain/train ticket even though I don’t want to be restricted by a specific date? I understand these tickets are many times difficult to cancel and get a refund. What would you guys suggest?

3) Referring to my last question, after I already enter the first country in Europe - how are movements between countries? I guess the cheap options are train rides or EasyJet flights. Is there a big difference between the two (for example - if I take a train into another country I guess there are no border checkups on my way, but if I go by plane - I must show the visa I got from the first country I entered right?)? Is it different for instance if I’m travelling from Italy to France, or if I’m going from France to the UK (which isn’t in the Schengen Agreement)?
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Name: Aliza

Question: Can one just walk in to the camp and tour on one’s own? I have just a few hours before I have to board my plane again. We have a few hour layover in Prague on June 3.

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Name: Margaret Turely

Question: My husband and I would like to holiday at St Pauls bay this summer. But I am having no luck in finding a flight from Belfast International, Belfast City airport or Dublin. We also need advice on were to stay.

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Name: Valerie Katz

Question: What is the best month to travel to Bulgaria and Albania? Thanks.

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Name: Abayomi Ayodeji

Question: Dear Sir,
I wish to apply for Russian Tourist Visa in the Consulate in Nigeria whereby the Consulate requested for an original Tourist Voucher from the authorized hosting Russian travel Agency and confirmation letter both must contain the Agency reference no. given by the Russian ministry of foreign affairs.

What do I need to produce before this could be process and how long does it take?I will be coming for tourism on the mid of July.

Hoping to hear from you soonest.

Thanks.

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Hello everyone. This is the Travelers Digest newsletter for the month of September. This month one of our travel writers has completed an art lover’s guide to the Parisian art scene. Take a look and see if there’s any information about Paris that could serve you in future travels.

The Travelers Digest Guide to Paris - An Art Lover’s Paradise
What’s the allure?
Paris, a masterful work of architectural art in its own right, is globally recognized as one of the top cities for art lovers due to its dazzling collection of museums, galleries and artists’ hangouts. Visitors can find everything from classic masterpieces to the latest in contemporary creations. It’s the home of the world-famous Louvre museum, a former royal place, today boasting over 35,000 pieces of ancient and classical artwork including La Jaconde (the legendary Mona Lisa) and the seductive Venus de Milo. If you prefer modern art or if collecting artistic treasures is your passion, then Paris can surely accommodate your every desire with over 100 museums and galleries at your disposal.

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Name: Vikash

Question: Hi, I am looking to travel to Tibilisi, Georgia from Nice, France. It will be great if you can suggest the cheapest way to get there. I do not mind if I need to take a train to some place and then catch a flight. I am looking for flights somewhere in mid december… Thanks so much

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Destination of the month: Barcelona, Spain. Any time of the year is good to visit Barcelona but the city especially shines in the springtime. Renowned for its beautiful setting and architectural stylings, Barcelona attracts visitors from across the globe. Its attractions include: the Sagrada Familia, Parc Guell, Las Ramblas and La Placa Catalunya.

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Name: Bibeth

Question: I am a Filipino citizen and resides in the Philippines, I want to know if there if a tourist visa to visit Canary island for 2 weeks is required, if so, where is the office in the Philippines?

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Name: Beth

Question: We want to go from Capri to Ischia and back without having to go to the mainland in June 2010. Are there ferries that go between the two islands? Thanks.

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