Translation tools that hold up, English-language sources we trust, and which hotels reliably accept foreign passports.
Translation stack
Use one app for live conversation, one for camera translation, and one backup dictionary for place names and addresses.
Information sources
English summaries can lag behind domestic rule changes. Cross-check attraction hours, ticket rules, and closure notices close to travel.
Hotels and passports
Most mainstream hotels accept foreign guests, but smaller properties can still struggle with passport registration systems.
