In the last couple years flights domestically in Y (usually BFOD plus buying exit row) as a NB, I now have strong preference to travel JQ.
I no longer see any value on VA in Y
Had 3 months in US during GFC, unbelievably cheap. 5 star hotels USD40-50. Cheap clothing etc. CR J seats on A380 easy to get.
If this waywardly steered economic titanic isn't turned around soon then it will be as bad or worse than 2009.
I don't quite understand the royalties side of it at all, but a friend allegedly saw an article that says Musk will make double the profit on his CN imported cars into US than on his locally made cars with the tariffs. Something about royalties, CN gov subsidies and complex contract arrangements.
According to US website. We have to book in 6-8months in advance, pay for return trips for both of us to MEL or SYD in order to have an interview to "consider" whether we worthy to get a visa. They can take a running jump.
Every traveller has their own unique experiences which can vary greatly. I had zero issues in those two countries in fact at Vancouver they were very welcoming and friendly on three occasions. However I know others that would agree with you.
Ireland was nothing stand out either way.
Actually it was declared decades ago, Obama rescinded and guess who restored immediately came to office the first time. AFAIAA Only those who travelled during Obama period are exempt.
Yes I have some dear friends there but sadly one couple are considering emigrating and leaving their existing life behind because one "doesn't look white" and they are fearful.
Of the 70 plus countries I have travelled to, there is only one (yes one) where I have been been very rudely treated on entry for no reason and unnecessarily harassed (on multiple occasions).
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