2006-08-23 11:34:47 · 15 answers · asked by skips1983 2 in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Other - Destinations
It was, "Always buy good travel insurance."
Health crises in a foreign land and emergency trip interruptions are the two most expensive risks to a good trip.
I would add that you should get your travel insurance from a source separate from your transport arrangements to avoid any conflicts of interest.
To explore the subject of travel insurance go to a neat website at http://www.wavehelp.com/travel-medical/index.htm.
Best wishes.
2006-08-25 10:27:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Couple Things
Safety, Always be aware of your surroundings.
It is unrealistic to not have cash on you, especially in market areas. Split it up, a little in each of your front pockets, a little in one of those pouches that tuck inside your shirt - wherever you can think of. Just know how much you have.
Be outgoing, even if you are usually not. People love to talk. If Americans have pride in our county, some countries take pride in everything - family, food, architecture, love, nature, work - all at once and depending on how you grew up, some don't really know what that is like until you are in the middle of it.
Write things down. It doesn't have to be extensive, your traveling and tired at the end of the day but it goes a long way to help remember long after your back to your daily routine...Have Fun
2006-08-24 05:43:48 · answer #2 · answered by travel.fool 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Soak up as much local culture and cuisine as you can. If you go to McDonald's and order burgers and a coke you better be visiting America.
If you spent thousands on air fair and hundreds on hotel rooms, then it makes sense to splurge a bit on events, purchases and meals. If you don't and have second thoughts, it's a long expensive trip back.
Carry an empty wallet full of useless credit cards and a couple of small bills as a decoy.
2006-08-23 21:42:10 · answer #3 · answered by JuanB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you travel to a foreign country, don't try and bring all your home country customs with you. Immerse yourself in the culture, food and customs of the place you visit. You'll be better liked and learn so much more than if you try to find the "American" style hotels, restaurants, and tours.
Branch out and be flexible.
Oh, and from my own experience, pack some large ziploc bags in your luggage. They are light and come in increidbly useful, whether it's to pick and save seashells, take extra food from the restaurant, or protect your passport from water damage.
2006-08-24 00:19:54 · answer #4 · answered by JaneB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely sarah b - my motto when travelling is to always check the 3 p's:
plane ticket
purse
passport
and of course ALWAYS take out travel insurance, don't drink the water and remember that you are a guest in someone else's country, so behave accordingly.
2006-08-24 08:41:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always keep a small amount of US dollars stashed in your luggage. They are accepted everywhere and so, if the worst happens, and you have your wallet, money belt, travellers cheques etc stolen, then you have some money you can fall back on until you can arrange alternative funding.
2006-08-23 19:47:16 · answer #6 · answered by Tonky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don;t carry to much cash. Take a debit or credit card. If you must carry a lot of cash wear a small pouch around your neck and tuck it in the front of your shirt so it can't be seen.
2006-08-23 18:43:06 · answer #7 · answered by oceanjen2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get to know the culture where you are travelling.
2006-08-23 18:40:34 · answer #8 · answered by Nihl_of_Brae 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't!! Just lock the gate, turn off the phone ringer, and let the newspapers pile up.... best vacation I ever had..
2006-08-23 18:45:10 · answer #9 · answered by mooreariana 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
travel light, and keep medicine and money in two different locations.
2006-08-23 18:44:39 · answer #10 · answered by Mister2-15-2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋