If you are planning first trip to move internationally you feel overwhelmed. There are many factors to consider. You should book a hotel you sign up for guided tours or be adventurous and explore on your own?
Rein in your wanderlust
You determine how much money you are willing to spend on this trip. You should keep in mind Aside from the money you will also spend money on the on flights and lodging including the meals and drinks transportation from departure and arrival of the city, drivers, taxis, hotel staff and tour guides.
Consider your personality when choosing a destination
You should choose the place that speaks a language that you’re familiar with or uses your native language regularly. If you are most comfortable with English that may be choose regions like the and the Caribbean U.K., South Africa.
Research, research, research
When you have selected the destination, you must think how much information you can collect from these countries. By signing up for the latest information and support, you’ll receive updates about safety conditions from the U.S. Embassy during events like natural disasters, civil unrest or family emergencies.
Consider alternative lodging options
These resorts are practically set up for tourists, as they make it easy to plan off-property activities and often feature multiple eateries located on site. If you are tight on a budget or traveling to a destination that doesn’t offer all-inclusive resorts, consider booking a hostel. the modern hostel is more high-end, with private rooms, praising breakfast and on-site language classes. Renting a room or apartment with a home-sharing site is another option worth considering, especially if you want to feel more like a local and less like a tourist.
Prep your smartphone
Just the most affordable way to use your cellphone abroad was to buy a prepaid SIM card and insert it to your phone. If your plan doesn’t allow for that, but you can still connect to the Internet, there are a number of chat services (i.e. Skype, Google Hangout, Facebook, Tango) that allow you to connect with your family back home.
Plan for the worst-case scenario
Planning for the worst-case scenario will ultimately give you the most peace of mind. Before you go aboard on your trip, take pictures of your passport, photo I.D., medical cards, travel itinerary and contacts, and email them to yourself, along with a couple of family members or friends back home. If any of items are stolen or misplaced, you can use any computer from anywhere to retrieve what you need.
See if your credit card provider offers a card with embedded chip-and-PIN technology, which minimizes the chances of your card being rejected and helps protect it from fraud.
Ethel Jones has been to over 100 countries, has a penchant for all things food, and is also an experienced mountaineer. She loves nothing more than exploring the world on her own terms.
