Travel Tips
Golden rule
The first thing that you Must ALWAYS REMEMBER.
You must always pack your own bags and not put Anything inside that will get you in trouble, this includes Flammable Liquids, Sharp Objects and banned substances of any kind. Under No Circumstances should you ever allow anyone, not even your best friend to pack your bag. When checking Inn, nowadays in any airport you are always asked. Did you pack your own bag? A This question may sound routine to you but it is the most important question with regards to your travel.
The Second thing you must ALWAYS REMEMBER.
Never carry anything for anyone no matter how small the package or what the excuse is, your life and your freedom may depend on this. In most countries around the world trafficking Banned substances will extend your Holiday a lot longer than you want it to, maybe for the rest of your life it’s No JOKE!
Passports and visas
Every Country has a different policy on Visa’s and entry permits. It is inportant that you check with the Embassy of the Country or Countries you are going to visit,to see what their Visa or entry requirement are. If you need to get a visa it can take a couple of days so you need to plan ahead, and you would also need a passport that has at least 6 months left before it expires. This may increase if you are going to be travelling for a longer period.
Keep your passport in a safe place, since you will need it whenever you board an international flight. In some countries you will be required to leave your passport with the hotel or hostel when you check in this is to satisfy regulations requiring the hostel/hotel to register all foreign visitors. You will need to show your passport when cashing a traveller’s cheque.
Photocopy the identification page of your passport to carry with you in case your passport is lost or stolen while travelling.
Before departing make sure you are covered by insurance that will reimburse travel expenses.
What to pack
Your main objective should be to travel as lightly as possible, casual dress is acceptable in most countries around the world except for Muslim countries, where visitors can not wear short or scanty tops. In some Asian countries spiting or dropping chewing gum on the street can get you in trouble with the law which might result in a fine, always make sure to read the do’s and don’ts of the country you are visiting this will make your life much easier.
Break in your shoes before you leave home, shoes with soft substantial soles are not only deal for walking but can ease the difficulty of manoeuvring the cobbled streets that characterize many old city centres especially in European countries.
Health
Make sure you get all your vecinations from you doctor before you travel this will ensure that you stay healthy while you are travelling.
Always take sensible precautions during hot weather, wear a Hat/sunglasses and sun block, drink plenty of fluids. Tap water in Europe, America and Canada in general is safe to drink, although its high mineral content can cause Minor stomach up sets if you are not used to it. If travelling further a-field you should stick to Bottled water which is an inexpensive and widely available alternative.
A general rule to stop any stomach up sets is to stay away from salads, uncooked foods and fruits, no matter how good they look.
Language
Travelling is always exciting and enjoyable if you can converse a bit with the locals. Only the basics are needed like yes, please, no and thanks you accompanied by a pleasant smile, polite manner and using your common sense will get you very far.
If you are really stuck with Communication remember that hostel /hotel receptionists usually speak English and in most cases are helpful and friendly. So you should make use of their help and they could even teach you a couple of words. Be nice to them!
Money and valuables
Having some funds in local currency is a necessity, but only carry what you will need for a day or two if its lost or stolen your chances of getting it back are next to nothing. Travellers Cheque are reliable and safe, always keep a record of the Cheque numbers you redeem and receipts in a separate place in case you need to produce them in the event of loss. Be prepared to show your passport each time you cash a cheque or offer one in Payment
Personal safety
Common sense keep valuables passports, money, credit cards etc hidden when you are on the move a money belt or neck belt or neck purse worn inside clothing is the safest option, also put money in different places so that if one bag is lost you have another source of funds. Any bag you carry with you should have a secure fastener with strap that goes over your neck and crosses your body this ensures that bulkier items like cameras etc are safe from pick pockets.
Getting around
Find a central public transportation information centre spend some time there and obtain information on how to get around the city, including transportation maps and detailed maps. Buy valid transport tickets for multiple rides or for more than one day, they will save you money and the inconvenience of having to buy a new ticket for every journey. There are a variety of public transportation in Europe and America these include subways, trams buses etc
Each country has its own customs and regulations it is very essential to take note of these, the European Union countries are considered as one and there are no limits on goods for personal use when travelling between member countries, however restrictions do apply when travelling between EU and non EU countries.
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Any travel tips for a first time international traveller?Hello,
I'm leaving the US for the first time, going to Mexico (Mazatlan) for a week. Can anyone give me any tips or hints about travelling internationally in general and travelling to Mexico or Mazatlan specifically?
June 29th, 2009 on 3:24 pm
I've used Lonely Planet travel guides in the past for budget travel. The ones I've used have been fairly good, so I would suggest checking out the Lonely Planet Canada book.
June 29th, 2009 on 3:29 pm
no one have described india like u have lissie its wonderful i just wanna add that you r brilliant and that india is colourful and looks more beautiful with ur views
June 29th, 2009 on 8:39 pm
My favorite travel website is tripadvisor.com. I usually find the information left by other traveler's "spot on" particularly where first hand descriptions of hotels and restaurants are concerned.
For off beat information about local places to visit. I prefer Not For Tourists (NFT). They have comprehensive guides online and in book form that are voted by the locals.
Check them both out before hand to help establish where/what you want to go/see.
Hope this helps!
June 30th, 2009 on 8:54 am
Try wikitravel.org.
June 30th, 2009 on 11:54 am
i have lived abroad, and traveled all over the place. out of all of the travel books out there, lonely planet is by far the best. it seriously is the traveler's bible. they make them for everything you can possibly think of, and they cover everything. i used them in china, while i was backpacking southeast asia, and all over europe. everyone else i talk to swears by their lonely planet guide books.
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June 30th, 2009 on 5:56 pm
http://www.concierge.com/destination/germany/?
http://www.germany-tourism.de/
You should try to get a few German phrases into your repertoire,
they appreciate it if people at last try to speak their language.
My own recommendations would be to stick to the South, the landscape is prettier, and generally people are not quite as dour as in the North, but that's my personal view. Munich is a lovely place, with short distances to see mad Ludwig's palaces, so is Stuttgart, surrounded by small medieval towns, and of course the Black Forest, which is beautiful at any time of the year.
November is not the best month for appreciating the landscape, though, it can be quite bleak and cold, depending on the weather, so you might prefer the big cities.
July 1st, 2009 on 6:32 pm
Try these lists it helps lots of people including my friends.
(1) ID card, the Travel Permit issued by the Tibetan government.
(2) A large backpack and a smaller one. The smaller one can be used for daily activities and can also be put into the big one when necessary.
(3) A waist pack to put property and important documents.
(4) Cold-proof clothes: the temperatures change greatly on the altiplano. In the north part of Tibet, people wear thick coats all year round (including July and August which are the hottest months in most of the areas in China). The highest temperature is 4-5 degrees centigrade in northern Tibet. It also snows in July and August. In Lhasa, the temperature in July arrives at 30 degrees centigrade at daytime, but falls to 10 degrees centigrade at night. Sometimes it will snow or sleet at night, so you’d better take some down garments (those with hats will better), woolen sweaters, warm gloves, warm and wind-proof shoes and socks. Wearing several layers of clothing that can be easily added or removed is the wise choice since temperatures may vary greatly within a single day. A down coat is necessary for those who are traveling beyond Lhasa and Shigatse into more remote areas such as the Everest Camp. A windbreaker plus a sweater will work nicely for strolling around Lhasa in summer. During the peak tourism season, frequent rainfall makes waterproof clothing and raingear absolute necessities. Other essentials to pack include four or five pairs of cotton or woolen underwear, four or five pairs of woolen socks, long sleeve cotton or lightweight wool shirts and T-shirts. Women should avoid skirts or dresses. Sturdy sneakers, walking shoes, or hiking boots are also recommended. Don't forget to bring along a warm hat as well as one or two pairs of warm mittens or gloves.
(5) Protection against sunburn light: as the sunshine is really strong, you’d better take the sunglasses, sunhat and suntan lotion etc. Ladies should take the high SPF sun-cream.
(6) Medicine: medicine is a must for travelers to Tibet. Since the boiling point of water is somewhat lower in Tibet because of the oxygen shortage and low air pressure, it is better to boil water for a longer period of time. Drinking water should be purified with iodine or other purification tablets to prevent intestinal complaints. And when you first arrive, you may have loose bowl, so you should prepare some bitter aloes, berberine and so on. But the water in Tibet is very pure, where most of the water is natural mineral water. Furthermore, take some chrysanthemum tea, sealheal mulberry leaves and gen-seng powders, vitamin C pills, and some pain-killers, and enough medicines for colds, diarrhea, nausea and fever. Some nasal ointment and throat-moistening pills will be of great help for those who are sensitive to chilly or freezing weather conditions. Please consult your doctor prior to your travel to Tibet.
(7) Torches that you can use to take pictures and also in case of power cut. In some areas, the electricity will be cut after 22:00.
(8) Oxygen bag is also necessary, for there are lots of places of high elevation. To avoid anoxic accidents, you can buy some oxygen bags in Tibetan hospitals or some of the hotels. (9) Travel canteen and sleep bag: you should drink much more water to strengthen cycle on the altiplano. You’d better take the down sleepbags, small bucket, little plastic basin and slipper for special lines. hi Travel Tips
(9)It would be a good idea to bring a disposable underpants for your Tibet trip.
July 2nd, 2009 on 1:40 am
WEll just talk about wat they want to do …how is the sahra..ppl want to know wat they are gonna do so u have to intrrest them so tell them about wat it is wat there is and stuff
Good luck!
July 2nd, 2009 on 6:45 pm
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