Here are seven things to remember before you fly. You don’t have to be anxious about traveling to a country you’ve never been to before.
First, take a deep breath, relax, and here are some tips to make your first trip more enjoyable.
1. Travel insurance is essential
Before you travel overseas, one of the most important things you can do is to get travel insurance. Here’s why.
Many people have saved thousands of dollars by purchasing travel insurance and then having to visit the doctor due to a sickness or injury.
Many crooked doctors will charge outrageous fees just for you being a foreigner.
Always make sure to apply before you board a plane. World Nomads is the one I use when traveling. It’s easy to sign up. You can save a lot of money by signing up for insurance with them.
2. Make duplicates of your passport
Making a duplicate of your passport is the best thing you can do if it goes missing.
Most people who are affected by this situation end up losing their rights to travel to the country they visited until a government official helps them.
To avoid this hassle, make sure you have copies of your documents.
3. Register with your embassy
It is important to register at the embassy if you plan to travel to a country with turmoil in the recent past. This will make everyone feel at ease.
4. Be sure to know the exchange rate
When visiting a country, it is important to understand the exchange rate. If you are at a market, and someone is trying to charge you $100 for an item that only costs $10, it’s a sign of a scam.
These people often take advantage of the ignorance and profit from foreigners in these countries.
5. Keep local money close to you at all times
It is better to have cash than a credit card to exchange money. We’ve been to Japan and other countries that were cash-based.
6. Get more options when you buy now
You’ll be able to find flights that are shorter in duration and at a lower cost if you buy your flight tickets sooner than later.
7. Research events.
Always research any festivals or concerts taking place in the area where you are staying before you leave. This will ensure that you don’t miss any opportunities.
