I m going with a friend in the middle of October for two months in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. Should i bring two packs, a small and a big one? There is any pack model that i could put the small one into the big one. THanks!
2007-09-08 09:45:17 · 5 answers · asked by Nick D 1 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Other - Asia Pacific
Here we go.
Get travel insurance. It is not expensive and can save you in nasty situations. Make sure to inform your Credit card companies that you are going to be out of the country so they don't freeze your accounts when they get a charge from Saigon or where ever you end up. It can be a real pain trying to straighten that out over the international phone.
Carry copies of your passport and visas, your birth certificate, air line tickets and driver’s license in 3 or 4 different places. If your primary bag gets lost or stolen this will help you get back on track. Don't carry a lot of money with you. ATM's are just about everywhere now, so you can get more cash when you need it. Pack light. Most of the places that you are going have nice inexpensive clothing shops and you will need room to bring them back. Leave your computer at home. There are internet cafes everywhere and they are very inexpensive. Use them. That way you don't have to worry about someone stealing your brick and you don't have to lug it around. Keep your passport, tickets etc in a sturdy pouch that goes around your neck. Never wear it in back. I haven't lost mine in over two years on the road and there have been a couple of attempts. Bring your cell phone. It needs to be the one that is most compatible with the various international systems a GSM Phone. Make sure it is unlocked so you can use different Sim cards from different countries. In most places, incoming calls are free. So your friends can reach you in an emergency and you can do the same. This works good. Just email the new number to those who need it and you have a safety net. Bring a basic medical kit. Band-Aids, antiseptic and antibiotics. Anti diarrhea meds, aspirin etc. If you get food poisoning to the point that you have a fever go the doctor immediately. (The Hotel usually has one on call) You can die from food poisoning so don't screw around. Wear slip on shoes. It saves time and trouble in airports and all Asian countries. Always let your hotels know when you leave. It’s best to give them the key, and tell them where you are going. Get a card from the hotel so you can find it again in case of extreme drunkenness or just a lack of directional ability. Also. Read your passport. It can pay to have the various Embassies know when you are in the country. They are not much help but they are a safety net in emergencies. Have I forgotten anything? I am sure I have but this is a good broad list to remember. and... Let the hotels handle booking your tours and local stuff. It costs a little more but it is worth it. Hey, Have fun. You are on vacation! Here are some good Web sites to remember.
Lonely planet.com
http://www.xe.com/ucc/ for currency quotes
Google earth for finding where you are.
Oh... get a good travel book. Lonely planet is good and gives you ideas about scams and rip offs in the areas where you are and good maps and directions to hotels and restaurants. Worth the money.
2007-09-09 01:10:57 · answer #1 · answered by Traveler 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Key thing is to pack light and have essentials with you. Tropical climate will mean sudden downpour, so you need rain gear too. I will suggest that you pack light clothings, mainly T's and shorts, travel medication and first aid, light windbreaker and a comfy strong walking shoes to last your trip. Clthes are pretty cheap out here, so you can top up along the way.
An ATM card will be handy, instead of loading on different currencies as you travel. Will help to minimise trouble too. Suggest that you make sure yours is international use ATM card.
Other than that, you should be ok in Aisa..
2007-09-08 12:39:57 · answer #2 · answered by peanutz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pack a cash card, passport and a carry on. The best shopping is in Bangkok and expect prices of their copy stuff to be higher quality and about 75% off of the price you would pay back home.
2007-09-08 10:50:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your gonna need a good comfortable back pack,with the best first aid kit you can afford. you will need a survival kit normal includes a swiss army knife water proof matchesect...,you will also need a really good rain jacket! if your going to be on the move alot you are going to want to pack as light as possible! academy is not where you want to go to buy these suplys cabelas would be your best bet! good luck and have fun!
2016-04-03 21:37:05 · answer #4 · answered by Michele 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Small bag: Cash, bank cards, mobile phone, etc. Everything that you will guard with even you have to go to toilet.
2007-09-08 15:21:29 · answer #5 · answered by HK-boy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋