Things To Do Before Going On That Vacation.
Planning and preparing for vacation is quite boring, but it has to be done and can have a huge impact on the success of your trip.
Therefore, find the various things to do before going on your trip.
Visas.
Most countries require visas for entry. A lot may be received on arrival, but a lot you have to arrange before arriving.
It may be a good idea to sort out your visa before booking your flight and everything else for that matter. You do not want to spend money on a flight or tour and then get denied a visa.
If you are planning on working in a country, make sure your visa allows you to.
For advice on visa requirements you can check timbu.com/visa. You can also find this information online by visiting your foreign office website or your destination immigration website.
Flights.
It is highly likely that you will begin your trip with a flight. Booking your first flight or round the world ticket should be a priority as flight prices tend to increase the closer you get to your departure date.
Web sites such as timbu.com/flights is a brilliant website to compare flights. you can get round the world tickets and can even get discounted fares for various flights.
Once your flight is booked, you should look at your transfer options, from the airport to your accommodation.
Check timbu.com/flights for all flight bookings.
Accommodation.
You should find and book a place to stay for at least the first few nights before you go.
You can find a room on; timbu.com etc.
Passport
It is very important to make sure your passport is valid for travel â trust me on this through personal experience. You should ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity after your return date home.
Be aware it can take 3-6 weeks to receive a new or renewed passport.
It is also a good idea to take passport photos of yourself with you, along with copies (both paper and electronic) of your passport. Ensure to keep them separate from your passport. You should do this with any other important documentation.
Money.
It is always a good idea to arrive in a country with some local currency â not all airports or even countries have ATMs.
US dollars are a great currency to have on you too â many African and Asian countries accept dollars and they are often used for official visa payments. Taking $50-100 as an emergency stash is a very good idea.
