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I watched a handful of Border Security videos yesterday and came up with the feeling (like the UFO Hunter movies) they were all Staged. Perfectly filmed using professional actors.

The video attached is the Canadian version, border patrol and Airport customs. Interesting stories about procedures and determination of who gets through.




On another episode, a European woman who had previously worked in Canada with a proper work visa was returning with a tourist visa. They asked her if she intended to work while in Canada and she stated no. Security called her 2 previous employers, they both said they were expecting her. Due to not having a work visa and lied to security, she was denied entry for one year and had to return back home.

Ah, yes. Ladies and gentlemen! Today's the final entry in my "getting ready for the USA!" series. It's been 11 parts, but we have finally made it to the end! I am set to leave in less than two hours, and I have already packed my suitcase. I did that two days ago!

I also exchanged all the money that I need for a week long trip, but it wasn't without any drama. I had to exchange them in two stages, because my card would only allow for a certain amount to be exchanged daily. The first stage went off without a hitch. Everything was functioning as intended, so I ended up with $690 then. I still needed $575 more, so I went to exchange that at the airport. "Technical error", said the machine. I tried to draw some money out of an ATM - "Amount exceeds daily limit".. That was weird, since I hadn't spent any money that day. It was only after I got home, that I read a message from my bank. They had some issues with some cards, making purchases and withdrawals impossible. I went to the airport after work the next day, and by then I could withdraw the remaining money.

All is well now!

The next "oh boy what now" was Monday morning. I looked to see if my flight was leaving on time, and it then showed that my flight didn't fly on Wednesday. "Is this some form of joke? A punishment? How am I THIS unlucky with trips to the US?", was my immediate thought. As it turns out, my airline sent me an email at the early hours of Monday morning, explaining that they had to change aircraft, and so I had been assigned a new seat. A few hours later, the flight was back on the schedule.

So now I am ready to go! I still need to pack some toiletries, but other than that - I am ready! Ready to FINALLY visit the United States of America! It has only taken me 38 years to go, but better late than never, right? Before I leave, I have to make sure to take out all the trash and disconnect everything from the power supply. That means switching off every switch and pulling out the plugs from the wall. Everything that's connected to the electrical grid needs to be disconnected. Well, everything in my room, that is.

I have also switched phone subscription, to one that gives me 25 gigs of data in the world. Every electronic device I have to bring with me is on charge. My power bank and the battery for my camera. My phone is fully charged, and I am bringing my charging cable to use in my power bank. I never use public charge points.

What else.. Ah yes, my carry-on luggage. it's been so long since I have been on a holiday, that I have forgotten what to put in it. What I have in it is a shirt, my passport, money and all relevant documentation I need to show at the US border. Next, I have to put my toothbrush, my charging cable, power bank and camera in. By then, it should be 11 pm, at which point, ladies and gentlemen: I will be going on an adventure!

I will not be on the site while I am in the US. I have to experience so much! Oh.. That reminds me.. I need shorts, because apparently the weather is going to be nice and toasty! 26 degrees on Monday.. I also have jeans with me, just in case the weather gets a bit.. Nordic.. I also need some good walking shoes, since DC is a city built for walking. Luckily, I like to walk, so I shouldn't be too put off by that.

But yeah, I am ready to go! I can't believe it's here at last! It seemed like it was forever away just a few months ago!

I will update you all about the trip when I get home!

Here was what was a live feed of the event;

we all experience some form of time travel , no matter where we are on the planet ,it can be summer in one country and winter in another ,the same applies with night and day,
but then you have countries with time zones so if you are travelling you usually gain time as you move into each zone , the usa has four time zones that can affect your travel ,russia has eleven which is no great surprise being that it is the biggest country on the planet, and yet france believe it or not has the most with 12 time zones ,
so man can really accomplish time travel all be it by the clock ,,
but is that it ,,,do we as individuals experience another form of time travel that some label as premonition
,,could it be that we actually did travel forward in time to see what might befall us in the near future ,,
with out ever feeling it ,or do we travel in our dreams ,,as we tend to some times vividly see a place or an event that has no special significance to us in reality ,,
nostradamus predicted many things long before they happened and they were frightfully true ,so did he travel forward in time ,,it certainly looks like he must have done ,,
and if that is the case then we all have the ability to travel in time ,and probably most of us have with out ever realising it ,
as i am sure we have all encountered being some where new for the very first time ,,and yet got the feeling you had been there before or even seeing some thing there that rings a bell with in you but you do not know why ,,,
and i am sure that many of you reading this will have encountered at least one experience in your time ,,
and as a foot note to this ,,then yes time travel does exist ,,but only going forward in time ,,as going back in time would serve no purpose what so ever ,,,or would it ,,,,,

I saw a guy on a motorcycle with his dog yesterday. Unusual, but funny. The dog appeared to be comfortable with this position as a secure rider, complete with sunglasses.

When sailing past St Vincent on the 3rd of May we saw a halo around the sun. It was really beautiful.





Im not sure why its caused or what it means but now that I have internet again for a few days will try reasearch.

I am slowly getting things in order for my trip to New York next year. I have gotten a confirmation where I am going to stay: At my friends place.

That means that I am going to have to cook some Danish style food for her and her baby, and I know just the thing to make! I hope she eats pork, since Danish food is very pork based. If she doesn't, I am gonna do some tweaks to the food I want to prepare for her.

I am gonna collect the rest of my money for the trip tomorrow. I plan to get at least $550, which means I will have $1003 in total. I have also decided to add a suitcase to my trip, which will cost me $60 each way, which is a price I am willing to pay.

I also had a look at what was included in my plane ticket, since I bought a "basic economy" fare. From what I have read, I am now allowed to bring one carry on bag with me on the plane, as well as a personal item of my choice. I am also getting a comfortable seat in the Main Cabin and enjoy free snacks, soft drinks and inflight entertainment. So it's not gonna be a complete spartan experience, which I was worried about.

So far it's looking good. I am well prepared, which is a first for me! I am usually very last minute, but because I bought my plane ticket almost 10 months in advance, I have time to really prepare.

Now we are just gonna plan what we are going to do for the entire week I am there. But it shouldn't be hard to do, since there are a lot to do, apparently.

Now I just need it to be May 1st, so I can leave!

@ bientôt at Kona coffee international Market Waikiki.

Long distance relationships have their risks at any level.
I've known lots of people who have traveled domestically a few hundred miles only to be disappointed...
Would 10,000 miles increase your odds of finding love? Of course not.

My suggestion is to be sensible in your decisions and planning. Know what you want to accomplish and make a back up plan in case your first plan gets changed.

It's a good thing if you speak English going to an English speaking country. If not, you could have barriers, especially as many customs officers only know a handful of words in English. Large cities often cater to tourists. Taxi and hotel support often speak English. Make sure you have an idea of the route as some taxi drivers will circle you around the city or take the long way adding minutes to the drive that raises the fare.

Currency... don't exchange money at the airport, they have the highest fees. Do your transactions at a bank.
You may find someone hanging around the front of the bank offering better rates than the bank... consider the money you receive could be counterfeit. I wouldn't consider risking it. I also wouldn't consider doing a financial transaction on the street as you could be robbed or arrested as the police in some countries don't allow private exchange.

Do as much research as you can... be comfortable with laws as many places don't allow photography in public, so that perfect sunset between some statues could get your video equipment confiscated... or worse.

If they drive on the opposite side of the road than your country forget renting a vehicle. Going to Italy? Forget driving there as every driver on the road is a Mario Andretti. Also, if the car in front constantly speeds up and slows down and is totally annoying DON'T PASS HIM. It's a ploy to videotape you and send it to the authorities. They make commission for turning you in. Their gain and your loss.