Needless to say, there’s no greater pleasure than traveling around the world. I’ve been traveling alone since I was 21, and guess what? I save the entire year only to have that summer trip.
Europe is my favorite continent. I’ve been to eight European countries so far, and I must say it was amazing. In this article today, I’m going to highlight everything you need to know about traveling abroad.
If you’re planning for a trip anytime soon, you’re in for a treat. So, let’s get this started:
An Update on the Passport Validity
First thing first, you must keep checking your passport now and then. I know a lot of people with failed and delayed plans only because their passport was expired or near to expiry.
They say spontaneous plans are the best. Since I always travel on a budget, I keep looking for sales on air tickets and hotel room rates. Whenever I get a good bargain, I take off. How? I keep myself prepared ahead of time.
Thus, you must have all the essentials prepared beforehand. Speaking of essentials, one thing that cannot be compromised is the passport, so you must check it every once in a while.
A Spare Credit Card
A credit card is one of the mandatory things that you need when traveling abroad. It doesn’t matter how much cash you have, you can always run out of it. Not to forget, carrying high amounts of money is not safe.
Besides that, different companies have different cash limits. It all comes down to the custom rules and regulations. Hence, you must carry a credit card when traveling abroad. It’s one way to stay on the safer side.
Miscellaneous Travel Items
I remember when I went abroad for the first time, I forgot a lot of essentials as I wasn’t experienced and way too exciting for my first solo trip. From then till now, I follow a list of things one must carry when traveling around. They include:
- A pair of flip flops
- A universal travel adapter
- A pack of sanitary napkins
- A travel pillow, especially for longer flights
- Some local currency
- Binoculars for whale watching
- A portable battery charger
- Sunscreen
- A mini first aid kit
The ones mentioned above are some of the things I cannot imagine traveling without. I forgot my flip-flops at home when visiting Dubai for the first time, and I still cannot forget how it ruined my first day at the beach.
I couldn’t go to the beach because of the inappropriate shoes and sand. It’s a lesson learned the hard way. The same goes for other items on the list. Believe it or not, they can make or break your trip.
Advanced Bookings
As I briefly mentioned above, I make advance bookings to stay under a budget. It goes without saying that everything is expensive in the season. For example, hotel rates are at an all-time high in the summer season. Although they fluctuate the entire year, they’re unusually high in the holiday seasons, such as summers.
If you want to travel on a budget, I would suggest you book everything in advance. Keep looking for the air tickets until you find the best bargain. Similarly, book the hotel rooms at least 2-3 weeks prior to visiting the place.
It may seem insignificant at the moment, but it’s a great way to save those extra bucks. You can spend them somewhere else on something better like clothes, shoes, or handbags. It sounds more interesting now. Isn’t it?
Weather Forecast
Another thing that can make or break your entire trip is the weather. Yes, the weather is unpredictable and it can change any time. Still, you need to do your homework by staying updated on the weather forecast.
Where are you planning to go? Is it a coastal region? What about the season? Is it cold? Or are you visiting in summers? You must know all the details about the weather when packing for your trip. It is something that can save you lots of potential danger.
Lastly, your company matters a lot. That’s right, guys. It doesn’t matter what travel destination you choose, it won’t be fun if you don’t choose the right company. I wish you a safe, happy, and memorable journey.
Hi, I am Subhajit Khara a lifestyle blogger. Besides blogging, I like to play cricket and watch CR7 playing. You can reach out to me at wittythink.com
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