7 Tips For Traveling Abroad

You might think that touring a foreign country is easy and that you don’t need to know a whole
lot in advance. To make the most of your traveling experience, however, there are many things
you should know about your destination ahead of time. Being a good tourist does not just
mean collecting a lot of souvenirs and taking a multitude of photos. Here are important tips to
help you have a safe and enjoyable stay in a foreign country.

1. Make sure you have a signed, valid passport and visas, if required. Also, before you go, fill in
the emergency information page of your passport!
2. Before you board the plane, learn about the culture of the country you are visiting.
3. Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs of the countries to which you are traveling.
While in a foreign country, you are subject to its laws.
4. Make 2 copies of your passport identification page. This will facilitate replacement if your
passport is lost or stolen. Leave one copy at home with friends or relatives. Carry the other
with you in a separate place from your passport.
5. Do not leave your luggage unattended in public areas. Do not accept packages from
strangers. Do not carry large amounts of cash. Do not wear flashy jewelry.
6. Learn important emergency phrases in the language of your destination. Learn how to ask
for general assistance. Learn how to request medical assistance.
7. Do not leave your hotel without a map and a phrase book with you. Learn the locations of the nearest hospitals.

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By: Conan Kim

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