6 Important Tips Before Travelling Abroad

By Author: Neha Sharma
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"At a certain point of life, we save money to ensure that we take that vacation outside India. That experience is something most of us cherish until the end of our lives. However, there are some things you need to consider before travelling abroad. We list six tips you should consider before travelling abroad and how travel guide apps can help with that:

1. Registration and Documents
Register with your embassy and Share your tour plan with them. They can contact you in case of emergency do need full. You should also leave one copy of the passport at home; they will come in handy in case you lose your original passport. You can also make an electronic copy and save it in your mailbox. There are several apps for travel which allows you to store a digital copy of the passport. It will help you to prove your citizenship in case of emergency.

2. Vital Gadgets
Keep chargers and adapters of every gadget that you are taking abroad. Ensure that you are aware of the various plug points available in the country you plan on visiting. Also, ensure that you have international roaming so you can make uninterrupted calls. Or use the hotel WiFi to make calls on social media apps such as WhatsApp or Skype

3. Monetary Conversion and Credit Cards
Study the money conversion rates and make sure that you compare your currency to the place you are visiting. Then plan your budget accordingly. Check if your credit card is acceptable at the place you visit. Always carry local currency of the place you are visiting because everybody will not accept credit card for payment.

4. Research on Location
Check the weather conditions of the place you are visiting and pack your clothes accordingly. Also, do some basic research on sites you are visiting and make a rough budget of your spending. You can take help of various travel guide apps to plan your trip.

5. Accessible Luggage
You will find an extra layer of security at international airports. You should know what to carry on board your flight and pack your luggage accordingly. Light baggage will make your trip hassle-free. You can also refer to travel guide apps for details.

6. Health and Medication
Before your foreign journey, make sure that you have consulted your doctor and taken vaccinations, if required. It is advisable to go through a complete body check-up. Furthermore, if you are on a specific medication, ensure that you have enough on you, as getting medicines abroad may require a prescription from a local doctor. Also carry antibiotics and digestion pills.

Author Bio:- Neha Sharma is an aspiring student in the field of finance. She spends her free time reviewing the latest apps introduced into the market. Check out her work as she talks about six important tips before travelling abroad and how travel guide apps can help with that.