Having traveled the world for the last thirty years we’ve learnt a thing or two. Some of the common travel mistakes can be avoided but many travelers make the same mistakes over and over again. Travel is more than just getting up and going. It’s about being knowledgeable, before and during, so you can travel better, faster, cheaper, longer. Below you will find articles I’ve written that deal with planning your trip and lots of other advice that helps ensure that your family vacation is as amazing as it can be.
Some tips before you start your vacation:
- Double and triple check that all dates, times, details are all correct (flights, train bookings, etc)
- Ensure that you have your itinerary as a paper document and a copy on accessible on the cloud
- Ensure that you have all the confirmations to hand for any services booked
- Check the validity of your passport
- Make copies of your passport, leave a copy at home and a copy in the hotel
- Make sure you have your international divers’ licence (if needed)
- Ensure the you have any medication or prescriptions you need before you travel
- Inform the bank of your travel plans
- Check your mobile data roaming package with your mobile provider
- Know how to make local and international calls whilst travelling
- If you are concerned or may need access to medical assistance, ensure that you have emergency numbers at the ready
- Ensure you have the correct adapters
- If you are travelling to a country where they have strict laws or religious beliefs, read up to understand what is acceptable and what is not
- If your family has food allergies then get a card drawn up in the language of that country so there is no confusion
- Learn some of the language
- Always buy travel insurance
Now that all the work is done – have a fantastic vacation!
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