Nigeria
Aug 19, 2011, 3:16 am
#31
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Beirut, Lebanon
Programs: ME, EK, LH, IC
Posts: 2,411
I agree with GoldCircle. Make sure the hosting company arranges for your transport to and from the hotel (and of course to and from the company). DO NOT rely on local taxi cabs to take you anywhere. You will end up going for a ride and probably losing a few belongings (if not all). Make sure the company communicates clearly who will be picking you up. A description of some sort would be recommended rather than a simple name of a piece of paper.
Aug 19, 2011, 3:53 am
#32
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Join Date: Feb 1999
Location: Seat 1A, Juice pretty much everywhere, Mucci des Coins Exotiques
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Unfortunately I don't really have a hosting company. I guess I will call the hotel (Four Points Sheraton) to see what options they have.
Aug 19, 2011, 8:06 am
#33
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Exile
Posts: 15,661
A common problem at Lagos Airport is for scammers to copy the names that various drivers are holding up and then intercept the passengers before they are able to liaise with the correct driver. I had it happen a few years ago that 4 drivers were holding signs with my name on it, but only one knew the appropriate challenge question-answer. The others were simply trying their luck, having copied my name from the sign.
Aug 20, 2011, 5:17 am
#34
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Bergen
Programs: LH FT, Flying Blue Gold, Hilton Gold
Posts: 27
I always set up a two tier challenge question-answer in advance to verify the driver is the correct one.
I had it happen a few years ago that 4 drivers were holding signs with my name on it, but only one knew the appropriate challenge question-answer. The others were simply trying their luck, having copied my name from the sign.
I had it happen a few years ago that 4 drivers were holding signs with my name on it, but only one knew the appropriate challenge question-answer. The others were simply trying their luck, having copied my name from the sign.
Now thats a bit dodgy, or do you happen to bear a common name like "Mr Smith" or perhaps you are a "Mr Johnson" or "Mr Williams"
http://names.mongabay.com/most_common_surnames.htm
Aug 20, 2011, 1:17 pm
#35
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Exile
Posts: 15,661
Nowadays, with mobile phones being commonplace, its a lot easier to find your driver by simply calling him! That luxury didn't exist in Nigeria until around 5-7 years ago!
Oct 15, 2011, 4:33 pm
#37
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: DUB - Ireland
Programs: EI-GCE, BD-G, BA-G, A3*G, TK*G, FB-G, HH-G, Hyatt-Dia
Posts: 8,527
The LH lounge, up the spiral staircase, is a pit.
I have always used the BA lounge on their opendoors policy for Golds. That no longer applies. If you have a Priority pass, you can shop around; none of the lounges is great.
I have always used the BA lounge on their opendoors policy for Golds. That no longer applies. If you have a Priority pass, you can shop around; none of the lounges is great.
Oct 17, 2011, 9:15 am
#39
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: DUB - Ireland
Programs: EI-GCE, BD-G, BA-G, A3*G, TK*G, FB-G, HH-G, Hyatt-Dia
Posts: 8,527
Never seen one; that's not the same as saying there isn't one, though. When exiting immigration, one tends to cast one's eyes down and move as fast as possible so you don't get stopped for a little something, something. So, I just move out and left without stopping... I suppose it could be to the right, somewhere...
Nov 3, 2011, 2:41 pm
#40
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: alexandria, Virginia usa
Posts: 1,092
Visa for US citizen in transit JNB-LOS-FRA??
I am suddenly worried and need to confirm if I will need to go through immigration for a 3 hour transit stay and if I will need to get ( purchase) a visa. Then I have read that a yellow fever vaccination is required for all - Am using CO miles and travelling SAA-LH and was told neither is required. The Nigerian govt website does not mention transit.
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Nov 3, 2011, 3:21 pm
#42
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: alexandria, Virginia usa
Posts: 1,092
tentseller-- I am looking to find out if I will need a visa to transit while waiting for my LH flight. AND if I need a yellow fever vaccination if only in transit. I hope someone who has passed through can advise.
Have you been there recently?
Stimpy--are you out there?
Have you been there recently?
Stimpy--are you out there?
Nov 4, 2011, 4:05 am
#43
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Join Date: Feb 1999
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Sorry I don't know about the transit visa. Have you tried calling the Nigerian embassy in whatever country you are in now? Maybe try the London embassy.
Do make sure that SAA issues you both boarding passes and that they are aware that you are transiting. Otherwise you might get stopped at the gate in JNB if you don't have a visa.
And I can say the two most important things to bring on any African travels are US dollars and a Yellow Fever certificate. It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.
Do make sure that SAA issues you both boarding passes and that they are aware that you are transiting. Otherwise you might get stopped at the gate in JNB if you don't have a visa.
And I can say the two most important things to bring on any African travels are US dollars and a Yellow Fever certificate. It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it.
Nov 4, 2011, 2:07 pm
#44
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: alexandria, Virginia usa
Posts: 1,092
Thanks stimpy! I just spent some time rerouting- The Nigerian Consulate said that I do need a visa even for transit even tho the airlines say no- Best to avoid hassles- now routed JNB-MUC-IAD- Appreciate the help!
Oct 26, 2016, 1:31 am
#45
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: LAX
Programs: AA PLT / 2MM
Posts: 2,113