At least OP can take solace in people using his misfortune as an opportunity to grandstand their morality while simultaneously shaming him for being "privileged" enough to be able to save money to take his loved ones on a vacation.
Oh no, we'd better not talk about morality or else we might be accused of "grandstanding"! People find something objectionable and so they talk about it, that's how this works.
Just like every other dull post decrying the virtue-signalling of others, you're taken the opportunity to signal your own virtue by criticising the critical contributions of others. You're not even addressing the topic at hand, just forum posters. Tell me again who's grandstanding?
Also, as a procedural matter, it's not misfortune if you don't read the travel guidance before you go.
Thanks for confirming my post (and for sharing the grandstand!) .
We are imperfect beings and life is messy. I am sympathetic to the reality that we all cause damage at times, regardless of our intentions. That being said, your flippant dismissal and facile equivocation is a very poor excuse for supporting a clear and ongoing evil, even if that trite argument is all the rhetorical salve you need to feel happy about your actions.
Pretty much the same requirements to enter or leave the United States with a minor. Especially if traveling with the non custodial parent.
Mostly these expenses dont require an extra insurance that you sign with the vacation.Yes but also no.
My dad required hospital treatment in Florida and the bill they send us was over 300k which insurance paid for.
Admittedly if he didn't have insurance we'd be telling the hospital to shove the bill up their arse, but still it's good to know it can be resolved in a more official way.
Although I'm sorry for Americans who have to deal with that sort of shit looming over their heads when they are ill.
And they don't have the virtue of being able to tell the hospital to shove the bill up their arse either.
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Well if you did, those would have been terrible spies.
This isn't true. Do you have to be careful when buying? Yeah. Do you have to read ALL the fine print? Yeah.
But it can also save your ass. You also have to be careful when traveling to other countries b/c most people's health insurance doesn't cover you when you leave your home country (at least in the US).
I have a friend who's daughter got very ill while traveling in France and it bankrupt him, totally wiped out everything including his retirement savings and then some.
Yeah, I should have specified that I was strictly referring to cancellationI think there is some confusion here over travel insurance for medical expenses vs travel insurance for trip cancellation/interruption. For the most part, medical costs will get covered under most travel insurance plans, but cancellation/interruption is a very difficult thing to claim through most policies. A couple years ago my dad bought his sister a last minute cruise through the Panama Canal for them to go on for her 70th birthday. They also offered him "trip cancellation insurance" for $150 extra per person in case anything happened and they couldn't make it. He took it. Then after reading the very fine print in this 60 page document, it turns out that the only way to collect on the cancellation insurance would be if you cancelled minimum 6 weeks in advance, and only in the situation of your own death or a death in the family with a death certificate provided (who is thinking about a trip they have to cancel at a time like that, especially 6 weeks out?). He booked the cruise two weeks in advance. So they sold him a policy that he straight up could not ever collect on.
I bought cancellation insurance for a trip to Europe that I booked once too, and I ended up having to cancel and there was literally no way to get the money back, again, unless I had doctors note that it was a medical emergency, or if I provided a death certificate for an immediate family member.
Medical insurance is different though. Not necessarily the same loopholes to jump through.
I think there is some confusion here over travel insurance for medical expenses vs travel insurance for trip cancellation/interruption. For the most part, medical costs will get covered under most travel insurance plans, but cancellation/interruption is a very difficult thing to claim through most policies. A couple years ago my dad bought his sister a last minute cruise through the Panama Canal for them to go on for her 70th birthday. They also offered him "trip cancellation insurance" for $150 extra per person in case anything happened and they couldn't make it. He took it. Then after reading the very fine print in this 60 page document, it turns out that the only way to collect on the cancellation insurance would be if you cancelled minimum 6 weeks in advance, and only in the situation of your own death or a death in the family with a death certificate provided (who is thinking about a trip they have to cancel at a time like that, especially 6 weeks out?). He booked the cruise two weeks in advance. So they sold him a policy that he straight up could not ever collect on.
I bought cancellation insurance for a trip to Europe that I booked once too, and I ended up having to cancel and there was literally no way to get the money back, again, unless I had doctors note that it was a medical emergency, or if I provided a death certificate for an immediate family member.
Medical insurance is different though. Not necessarily the same loopholes to jump through.
I agree to an extent, but again the key is reading the fine print. You can usually read it in advance to identify exactly what is and isn't covered, along with what documentation is required. For example, canceling due to work or a medical issue might possibly require waivers and it'll tell you what is needed in terms of documentation.
Most also offer an "any reason" provision for more money and it has far fewer (but still some) exclusions. Usually it's a safety net that covers most of the loopholes and refunds 75%.
The biggest issue is that wading through the lengthy agreement (which might be 15-60+ pages) is more than many people will be comfortable with. I have insurance for an upcoming trip and it's specifically to guard against unforeseen medical or work-related emergencies. I know exactly what documents would be needed, and I got a note from my doctor that I was fit to travel when the policy was purchased (another loophole).
Anyways, I'd downgrade it from "scam" to "minefield". If you do need it, you either need a TRUSTED travel agent to assist.. or go do research and buy independently. Don't just grab whatever the travel package offers as an add-on.
Yep :/
I don't mean any offense but that does sound like a very American mindset. The world isn't as scary as you think it is. I know many people who have taken their kids to all corners of the world. Dubai is a very safe city as well.
QUOTE="tabris, post: 18644624, member: 18149"]The hypocrisy in this thread is incredible. I assume most here are either from US or UK. Both run by racist xenophobic governments right now voted by the people (which makes a lot of those people racist and xenophobic). Both countries that were built on top of slavery or raping other countries of their resources via "colonialism".
None of this is true, it's obvious you don't know much about America but that's every one in Era, they watch TV or visit one City and get they can speak with authority on an things American.
None of this is true, it's obvious you don't know much about America but that's every one in Era, they watch TV or visit one Curry and get they can speak with authority on an things American.
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At least OP can take solace in people using his misfortune as an opportunity to grandstand their morality while simultaneously shaming him for being "privileged" enough to be able to save money to take his loved ones on a vacation.
And you still don't know much about this country. I've traveled to 19 countries, lived in about 5, not counting the 40+ years I've lived as an American citizen and truthfully your a tourist here. Just as I was the years I lived in Europe.I've been to 37 states, more than the majority of Americans. I've lived in the US for an aggregate of a year and 3 months (SF for 1 year and Boston for 3 months). Probably over 3 years if you include time spent in US via work travel.
And you still don't know much about this country. I've traveled to 19 countries, lived in about 5, not counting the 40+ years I've lived as an American citizen and truthfully your a tourist here. Just as I was the years I lived in Europe.
I think you are missing the point that, many of us wouldn't go for ethical reasons.How do you know what I do or don't know?
I know most of the people in this thread haven't been to Dubai though so they are talking without any experience.
Have you been to the UAE?
I think you are missing the point that, many of us wouldn't go for ethical reasons.
How do you know what I do or don't know?
I know most of the people in this thread haven't been to Dubai though so they are talking without any experience.
Have you been to the UAE?
Maybe in the future go to a country that doesn't have slavery or support terrorism.
I've been to 37 states, more than the majority of Americans. I've lived in the US for an aggregate of a year and 3 months (SF for 1 year and Boston for 3 months). Probably over 3 years if you include time spent in US via work travel.
Your ethical reasons are funnelled by a narrow and hypocritical perspective.
How do you know what I do or don't know?
I know most of the people in this thread haven't been to Dubai though so they are talking without any experience.
Have you been to the UAE?
You know this how?Your ethical reasons are funnelled by a narrow and hypocritical perspective.
Why would I go to a country whose government wants to kill me?
Yes, you are going to need to either know someone or make some friends through gay hookup apps. One silver lining is the UAE is a very private, and respect for that privacy is of the utmost importance. Therefore paranoia is not needed as people will not pry into your personal business, and the Sharia Police will not come knocking on your hotel door.
Almost all reports for arrests for same-sex sexual activity we could find involved having sex in a public place, so in case you were in doubt public displays of affection are unquestionably off-limits whether you are gay, straight or unicorn. Other than that, the population of Dubai is over 90% expats – many of who have very liberal values – so there is no need to live in fear and not enjoy yourself here. Just be cautious in public.
We don't generally advise boycotting destinations which heavily suppress LGBT right, as such an approach is often counter-productive, but obviously, the choice is yours
Naw. I just highly doubt they spy on every visitor.
Your ethical reasons are funnelled by a narrow and hypocritical perspective.
Yeah man... this coming from the poster who unspymatheyically refers to their status every other post while unironically rocking a Bateman avy...
I don't know what his relationship situation is with the kids' mother. If he and the mother are married (or even just in a relationship, I guess)... I Can understand him maybe not thinking or realizing he needs written, signed and notarized authorization for the kids to leave the country.
Pretty much the same requirements to enter or leave the United States with a minor. Especially if traveling with the non custodial parent.
Opening this thread terrified me. I feel sorry for the OP!
In June I will be flying to the US for 4-5 weeks with my two year old daughter to visit my partner and his family. I have been before but this is the first time I will be taking my daughter. I have looked into it and I will be taking
- A certified stat dec from her dad clearly saying that I have permission to take her for the dates I am going and to where
- Her birth certificate
- A certified copy of her dads passport and his contact details.
Not sure if I am missing anything though! I am stressing out at the thought of dealing with a LONG trip from Australia on my own with my toddler let alone dealing with this so.
I f you are the parent of record on her birth certificate. that seems like all you would need but if you access to an embassy, ask if there is anything else they would want
Opening this thread terrified me. I feel sorry for the OP!
In June I will be flying to the US for 4-5 weeks with my two year old daughter to visit my partner and his family. I have been before but this is the first time I will be taking my daughter. I have looked into it and I will be taking
- A certified stat dec from her dad clearly saying that I have permission to take her for the dates I am going and to where
- Her birth certificate
- A certified copy of her dads passport and his contact details.
Not sure if I am missing anything though! I am stressing out at the thought of dealing with a LONG trip from Australia on my own with my toddler let alone dealing with this so.
Obviously she has a passport and will have an ESTA too. I was just talking about the additional stuff haha.
Edit: BTW, a country of 3.8 million square miles with 350+ million people in it composed of various socio-economic and culutural differences; it is quite easy for me to determine that you can't possibly know enough about any of them to speak as some sort of authority.