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Things to tell a first time international traveler
Posted on 3/24/23 at 7:33 pm
Posted on 3/24/23 at 7:33 pm
What do you have?
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Posted on 3/24/23 at 8:00 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Get a passport.
Posted on 3/24/23 at 8:24 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Get Global Entry.
Get with you phone carrier and talk about international options.
Don't over pack.
Depending on where you're going...know where the U.S. Embassy is and how to get there.
If the country doesn't speak great English...take a card for the hotel if the have them (so you can show Uber/taxi drivers).
Get with you phone carrier and talk about international options.
Don't over pack.
Depending on where you're going...know where the U.S. Embassy is and how to get there.
If the country doesn't speak great English...take a card for the hotel if the have them (so you can show Uber/taxi drivers).
Posted on 3/24/23 at 9:00 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Posted on 3/24/23 at 9:35 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Gonna really depend on where you are going
Posted on 3/24/23 at 9:39 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
1)Portable battery pack for charging phone
2)International adapter for plug ins
3) Be smart.
2)International adapter for plug ins
3) Be smart.
Posted on 3/24/23 at 10:07 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Notify your bank/cardholder
Leave your itinerary with someone including hotel phone numbers
Get to the returning airport earlier than you think is necessary
Don’t cram too much into one trip
Leave your itinerary with someone including hotel phone numbers
Get to the returning airport earlier than you think is necessary
Don’t cram too much into one trip
Posted on 3/25/23 at 12:02 am to RummelTiger
All very solid recommendations, esp last on printing motel/airbnb address before you fly.
Depending on where you going,
I will add remember you are a guest,
and never give papaya: which means dont be flashy american with lots of stuff to steal.
Depending on where you going,
I will add remember you are a guest,
and never give papaya: which means dont be flashy american with lots of stuff to steal.
Posted on 3/25/23 at 12:12 am to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Where are you going?
Posted on 3/25/23 at 7:20 am to RummelTiger
quote:
Get Global Entry.
This times a million... saves soooo much freaking time upon your return.
quote:
If the country doesn't speak great English...take a card for the hotel if the have them (
Yeah, this one sucks, especially if in mainland China
Posted on 3/25/23 at 8:15 am to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Be open minded about where you are going. Be respectful of the norms of the country and how you dress/act in public. Be open to getting off the beaten path, away from the tourist hotspots. Learn how to say Hello in the language.
Don’t drink tap water (depending on the country)
Don’t stress about bringing cash. ATM’s are usually around
Don’t drink tap water (depending on the country)
Don’t stress about bringing cash. ATM’s are usually around
Posted on 3/25/23 at 9:42 am to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Assume everyone on the street is a scammer.
This post was edited on 3/25/23 at 9:43 am
Posted on 3/25/23 at 10:42 am to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Obtain and use a credit card with no international transaction fees (and try to pay in local currency when offered).
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Posted on 3/25/23 at 10:58 am to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Global entry
Learn hello in that language
Portable charger
Wallet in front pocket or zipper
Cc with no international fees
Take picture of your passport, SS card, birth certificate
A few outfits in the carry on, in case bags don’t make it
If it feels sketchy, it is
Learn hello in that language
Portable charger
Wallet in front pocket or zipper
Cc with no international fees
Take picture of your passport, SS card, birth certificate
A few outfits in the carry on, in case bags don’t make it
If it feels sketchy, it is
Posted on 3/25/23 at 11:29 am to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
If you need a taxi go to a taxi stand. Do not take a ride from a "taxi driver" that comes up to you on the street or at a bus or train station. They are gypsies. They cannot drop you off at a taxi stand and they will try to nickel and dime you once you're in the car.
Posted on 3/25/23 at 11:41 am to VABuckeye
This is why I go ahead and arrange airport pickup in advance. Might cost more but you won't get worn down by all the touts and so forth.
I'm not 22 with no money anymore.
I'm not 22 with no money anymore.
This post was edited on 3/25/23 at 11:42 am
Posted on 3/25/23 at 3:59 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Health insurance - if you're not covered outside US, buy some. The older you are, the more important it is. When buying the insurance read the details on medical evac very carefully.
Posted on 3/25/23 at 4:48 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Get Global Entry
Avoid temptation to say "Hey, we're only X hours from Paris". I.E. Don't try to cram multiple countries into the itinerary. Best to pick like one location, or at least one country generally, and just immerse yourself.
Give yourself WAY more time than you think for connecting flights. Between delays, customs etc., shite happens.
Avoid temptation to carry lots of stuff. I'm not a spartan type, but shoot for a nice carry on size bag and soft side personal bag (Like Osprey's 26+6). Some like to carry all on, some don't mind checking some stuff in.
Try to learn the language as best as possible. Even a few words goes a long way. Like Babble, or YouTube videos. I use an app (EverNote) and write down the phonetic sound of the word or phrase I learned.
Avoid temptation to say "Hey, we're only X hours from Paris". I.E. Don't try to cram multiple countries into the itinerary. Best to pick like one location, or at least one country generally, and just immerse yourself.
Give yourself WAY more time than you think for connecting flights. Between delays, customs etc., shite happens.
Avoid temptation to carry lots of stuff. I'm not a spartan type, but shoot for a nice carry on size bag and soft side personal bag (Like Osprey's 26+6). Some like to carry all on, some don't mind checking some stuff in.
Try to learn the language as best as possible. Even a few words goes a long way. Like Babble, or YouTube videos. I use an app (EverNote) and write down the phonetic sound of the word or phrase I learned.
Posted on 3/25/23 at 5:00 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
quote:
What do you have?
Honestly, you need to clarify your ask by region. Certain things (travel ease, customs, do/don't do) will vary greatly by the country or region.
Posted on 3/25/23 at 5:39 pm to IcantBelieveItsNotBu
Eat and drink the local specialties.
When you pass a church, walk into it. Chances are you will find great works of art and architecture.
When you pass a church, walk into it. Chances are you will find great works of art and architecture.
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