travel Tips

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• No or limited international services or assistance.
• No direct payment to hospitals and doctors overseas.

• High Out of Network Deductibles and Out of Pocket Insurance for Individual & Family limits.

• The average medical evacuation is over $30,000 to $300,000 per incident.

Is this covered by your domestic plan? 

Travel guides, maps, language referral books / apps. - 

Try learning some basic phrases

Rain Gear: disposable poncho, small umbrella.

Day Pack  small water resistance / proof

Appropriate clothing - look for Quick Dry materials. Spot Remover

Walking shoes & durable socks! Avoid blisters! Extra socks & underwear.

Dirty laundry bags (check your dirty clothes on the return flight.)

Travel Watch/Alarm 

Small Flashlight / Headlamp

First Aid Kit

Non electric items; books, playing cards.

Targus 15.6” Sagano™ Ecosmart® Travel Backpack

WHAT NOT TO TAKE

Illegal Drugs, Fire Arms & Weapons, Valuable or expensive jewelry including watches. Irreplaceable family objects. 

What works?  Cash, credit cards, travel checks. Depends what country you are in. Personal Checks will not be accepted. Check with your bank on Debit Cards. What is the limit if it lost or stolen?

Exchange your money the legal way. Keep your money separate. Keep small amounts in an easy to reach pocket to access for stores and street purchases.

Try to use one credit card for international transactions. Set up card alerts.  Find a card with low foreign transaction fees. Complete purchases in local currency. 

Consider using a neck / shoulder security pouch, money belt or a hidden wallet types. 

How far will your money go? How expensive is the city you are going?

Your Domestic Insurance is not primary. Local law will require you to get legal coverage. This will be sold by the car rental agency.

Who can drive the rental car? If they are not listed on the car rental contract they cannot drive. 

Local laws - DUI, Alcohol and Drugs laws may be significantly more severe than your home country.

What are the formal and informal rules of the road? What do the road signs say?

Driving on the opposite side of the road can be very challenging and intimidating.

Obey the speed limit and always wear the safety belts. 

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