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September 5, 2021

5 Do’s and Don’ts of International Travel

International travel can be a wonderful opportunity to explore new cultures and embrace an entirely new way of living. However, when you step outside of your comfort zone, it can come with plenty of challenges. In order to make sure that you’re prepared for anything that comes your way, you should make sure that you’re equipped mentally and physically. Take a look at some of the most important dos and don’ts of traveling to another country.

Don’t Overpack

A lot of people want to make sure that they have everything they could ever possibly need during a trip. However, over-packing your bag doesn’t just lead to hefty baggage fees—it can also lead to sore shoulders and extra stress. Only pack what you need. Depending on what time of year it is you may only need a few comfortable T-shirts, or maybe just a few warm outfits. Pack minimally, and you won’t regret it. The more that you have to worry about hauling around, the more it will detract from the overall experience of your trip.

Do Double-Check Your Documents

When traveling to another country, it’s important to make sure that you have all your travel documents in order. That means your passport and any visas that the country you are going to requires. It’s especially important to check the dates on your travel documents. Finding yourself with an expired passport while overseas can be downright disastrous.

Don’t Forget to Alert Your Bank

When you make transactions in another country, your bank may see it as suspicious activity. As a result, they may put a freeze on your account. Rather than risking finding yourself with no access to money, you should always alert your bank before you go on your trip. Let them know where you’re traveling to and what your travel dates are.

Do Research Before You Go

There’s something beautiful about spontaneity, however, there’s also something advantageous about preparedness. Rather than trying to figure out where you’ll go and what you’ll do once you arrive at your destination, why not prepare your itinerary beforehand? Do your research and get to know what the attractions are in the area and what you might like to do and go see. The more you get to know a location before you arrive, the less possibility there is for scrambling at the last minute.

Don’t Forget A Charging Adapter

Not everywhere you travel to will have the same voltage as back home. Make sure that you bring an adapter appropriate for the country that you’re going to. If you hope to charge your phone or other gadgets like cameras, you’ll need to make sure that you have the right adapter.

 

 

 

 

 

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