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The better prepared you are,
the more enjoyable your trip will be!
BEFORE YOU GO:
PASSPORT
- Validity – Ensure that you have at least 6 months validity after the period of your travel
- Visas – Make sure you check visa requirements for the countries you are visiting or transiting and check any other entry or exit requirements
- Photocopy Your Passport – Always have a copy with you and make a note of your passport number and visa details
- Register Your Travel Plans & Details – With your embassy or consulate so you can be contacted in case of any emergancy
- Personal and Travel Documents
- Don’t Travel Without Insurance – Make sure it covers you for any activities you are likely to undertake such as extreme or water sports
- Notify Family & Friends –Give them a copy of your travel itinerary and contact details on how to reach you
- Invest in a Travel Guide – Plan your trip as well as research information on the destination you are visiting
- Mobile Phone Coverage - Check with your service provider to make sure your phone has global roaming capabilities
- Health & Safety
- Vaccination Requirements – Consult your doctor on any vaccinations requirements before you travel
- Emergency Contact Details – Make sure you take note of emergency numbers such as police, hospital and ambulance should they be necessary whilst you are away
MONEY
- Travellers Cheques – Check if travellers cheques are applicable to the destination you are travelling to and keep a separate record of their numbers
- Emergency Fund - Make sure you have enough money to cover emergencies that may arise
WHEN YOU ARE AWAY:
- Keeping in touch – Stay in touch with family and friends whilst you’re overseas and give them an indication of how often they will hear from you or how they can contact you
- Local customs – Respect local cultures and customs, dress appropriately and always ask permission before taking photos of people and near military installations
- The Law – Always obey the laws of the country or countries you are visiting
- Drugs – Don’t use, carry or get involved with drugs overseas. Consular assistance cannot override local law, and in some countries the death penalty or life imprisonment is imposed for drug offences.
- Keep your valuable safe - Don’t openly display valuables such as mobile phones or digital cameras in public and crowded areas. Also consider using a padlock on suitcases and backpacks
- Water quality – Always check whether it’s safe to drink local tap water. If not, stick to bottled water and avoid salads, non-peeling fruit and ice in drinks
- Respect the environment – Don’t buy wildlife souvenirs, conserve resources like water and don’t drop litter.
- Driving abroad - Make sure your license is current and valid. Also make sure you are aware of the driving laws in the country you are visiting (right or left hand side)
Coming Home:
- Customs & Quarantine – Be aware of current quaratine and custom restrictions to avoid bringing back items of quarantine concern.