https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj Traveling abroad for the first time is exciting, but it can also be daunting when you start preparing for the big trip. International travel is different than traveling inland, especially if you take into account the paperwork, language and cultural aspects of your adventure. The more you prepare in time, the journey may be easier. en-us 2016-10-25 01:19:46 UTC 2024-10-30 12:36:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Growing.png martinika_ https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884149

Paperwork

Do not wait until the last minute to put your documentation in order. In fact, you should start organizing your documents eight to 12 weeks before you leave. First, you will have to consider your passport. Minors need a passport, including children, and you, too. Make sure you have enough blank pages in your passport for a new stamp. Then, check the expiration date of your passport. Some countries may require you to have a valid passport for a further six months from the date of travel. Not all countries require a visa. Visit the US Department of State's website and read the "entry / exit requirements" to corroborate which countries without a visa and how to obtain a visa.]]> 2016-10-25 01:20:34 UTC https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884149 martinika_ https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884201

do you copy

Make copies of your identification, passport and itineraries, as well as other travel documents. You must have the originals with you and leave the copies in the hotel room. Also leave copies with your family or friends in case they need to contact you in case of an emergency.]]> 2016-10-25 01:21:05 UTC https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884201 martinika_ https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884333
Health
 Check that your health insurance is in force abroad, most are not. If you do not have coverage, you will want a medical policy as part of your travel insurance. Visit your doctor and tell him which country you are going to travel to. You may need preventive medications or vaccines for diseases that are commonly found abroad. If possible, make your doctor visits and get health insurance for at least four to six weeks before leaving.]]> 2016-10-25 01:22:11 UTC https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884333 martinika_ https://padlet.com/martinika_/e29qr89u0ttj/wish/132884495 Tune in to the body language and facial expressions of other people. Communication experts say that about 80 percent of communication is non-verbal. Consequently, you are likely to be able to understand more than you think just by being attentive.

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