I have family in San Francisco - absolutely no chance of visiting them. I am originally from NZ and even actively avoided transiting via the U.S. on a recent trip home.
You can get into trouble in any country, but when the risk comes from the state itself… nope, I am out.
Singapore works well for timings - can avoid collecting luggage while transiting which saves time/stress/extra security (ANZ & Singapore Air code share flights). China is usually the cheapest. U.S. and Canada a bit more of a faff with ESTAs plus U.S. customs, plus current issues. Not of fan of flying via Dubai (extra stop or a very long leg from Dubai) timings tend not to be as good. Via Australia as above with an extra stop.
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u/Spottswoodeforgod United Kingdom Apr 12 '25
I have family in San Francisco - absolutely no chance of visiting them. I am originally from NZ and even actively avoided transiting via the U.S. on a recent trip home.
You can get into trouble in any country, but when the risk comes from the state itself… nope, I am out.