Whether you are going on business, on vacation or just visiting with friends and family there are some important international travel tips you will always find handy.
Have an itinerary.
Start with the expected date of departure and the expected arrival dates at your destination. Note where you may cross time zones and how this will affect you.
Inform the people to meet you on arrival accordingly. Carefully note your flight details such as connections, change of terminals, transit arrangements, baggage allowances.
For US citizens it is important to register your travel plans with the State Department in case of emergency.
One of the important international travel tips is that you be conversant with the laws, visa and other travel requirements of any foreign country that you will find yourself in, and especially your destination as these apply to you.
Documents and money.
Ensure the validity of your passport and visa in time before your departure date. Do not let your trip be delayed because travel documents are not ready on time.
Be sure that if you need other documents like driver’s licence they are valid and that you pack them.
Change your money into travelers checks which is still the best way to protect your money against loss or theft.
Medical
Some destinations will require certain vaccinations. Find out and do the needful and get the valid vaccination certificates.
Also if you are on medication, get from your doctor enough supplies to carry with you. Take an extra pair of glasses if you wear them, just in case
Your trip will be easier with these important international travel tips. Don’t find yourself denied entry on arrival because you forgot something.