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• Política e segurança em Guiné-Bissau

  Guinea Bissau is a challenge for the traveller. It is poor, with terrible infrastructure and consequently a high crime rate. If you are travelling on business I sugges … read more »
  Mon, 20 May 2013

• Where do i find a job doing what we all live for-travelling the world and photographing people and their culture.

  Check out our photography scholarship to Greenland. If you meet the entry requirements and then are chosen you'll definitely get a kick-start to a real career. http:// … read more »
  Mon, 20 May 2013

• How many people can win this scholarship?

  Just one..... and this time the winner is: http://journals.worldnomads.com/scholarships/story/100965/China/Travel-Writing-Scholarship-2013-The-Winner We run writing, … read more »
  Mon, 20 May 2013

• Where is the best exchange rate in Bangkok?

  The best exchange rate is always through an ATM. Banks use the official "interbank exchange rate" which is set by the foreign exchange market, so there's no mark-up or … read more »
  Mon, 20 May 2013

• Is it possible for a Brazilian to get a non skilled working visa in Australia?

  KateB, all the rules about visas are explained here: http://www.immi.gov.au/visitors/working-holiday/ You friend could apply for a 12 month working holiday visa pretty … read more »
  Mon, 20 May 2013

• Is the Lake District worth a visit?

  That depends on what you're looking for or expecting. What the region does well is breathtaking scenery, fabulous (serious) hiking, great history and good pubs.
  Mon, 20 May 2013

• How can I check my visa status ?

  It may be possible to check on your visa status with the consulate where you applied. However, many consulates do not offer this service, they're simply too busy proce … read more »
  Mon, 13 May 2013
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