What you are going to do and where you travel often depends whether you want to travel alone or together, or you want to travel with the family.
Often you have different options in mind about the travel
destination, because you want to visit a beautiful building, for example, or
because the culture of a country appeals to you. But what else is there to
experience in the country you have in mind?
It can of course also be that you have no idea at all of
your travel destination. Then you will have to choose whether you want to
travel to Asia, North America, Central America, South America, Africa or Europe. Everything
should also in line with the budget you plan to spend on it. For example,
with 3 weeks traveling time to explore a country you will most likely have to
make concessions in your planning. What is feasible and possible to do.
The advantage of organized travel is therefore a good option
because you can see or do more things without having to keep in touch with
planning to get from A to B, all your transport is arranged for you. On
the other hand, without professional help, you have all the freedom to
customize your itinerary. If you are unexpectedly thinking that you would
like to visit a special place, then there is the possibility.
On the way, you will always be able to meet unexpected
situations that you might not have taken into account beforehand. Remember
that this phenomenon belongs to the backpack and / or travel life, and
sometimes it can even lead to very special and beautiful experiences.
PLANNING
When planning your holiday, the first step is to decide
where you want to go. Many are of the opinion that this is easy and
self-evident, but this step can be the most difficult when you are driving with
the whole family. While the adults want to see sights, the kids dream of
beach, fun and action.
Where do you start?
Today, there are many online providers to help you with
sharp deals. But if you want to spend more than one sunshine on your trip
or if you want to travel for a longer period of time, you will have to do most
of the preparation yourself.
The first questions you have to ask yourself
are: where, with whom, how long and when do you want to travel? These
questions will have to be answered before you book a ticket. The choice of
travel time may be related to, for example, the best travel time of the country
concerned, but the current travel advice of the government can also
be a decisive factor to look at.
There are some practical questions like;
- Do I
need a visa? If so, where can I request which steps should I go
through?
- Do I
need travel insurance? And do I need a supplement for extreme sports?
- Do I
need vaccinations for this trip? If so, which, how far and where
should I get it?
- What
about the local currency?
. Once you know when you want to leave and where you
want to go, you can plan your trip further.
TRAVEL BUDGET
A frequently asked question is; how much budget do I need for my trip? Unfortunately, we cannot give an unambiguous answer here, because it depends entirely on what you want to do, where you want to go and how long you want to leave.
If you go to a distant country, you will have to plan a
higher budget than when traveling to a nearby nation. Then you will see
the way forward and which way you travel plan should be. The advantage of
slow travel is to have enough time to arrange cheap eating / drinking and
sleeping accommodations.
Do you travel at a high pace? Then you will spend less time organizing but you may even incur additional transport costs because you cannot wait for that one cheaper place in the bus. Some tips on planning your travel budget;
Do you travel at a high pace? Then you will spend less time organizing but you may even incur additional transport costs because you cannot wait for that one cheaper place in the bus. Some tips on planning your travel budget;
- Put
all costs of tickets, visa, food and transport on paper. This will
give you a clear overview of all expenses you will incur.
- Make a
clear distinction between the cost before departure and during your trip
- Make
sure that you have a credit card, which can hurt you a lot and provides an
extra buffer. For example, if you get unexpected health
problems or other issues during your trip, you can appeal
to your buffer.
- Make
sure that if a man is in need, a home resident can help you
financially. For example, if money appears to be urgently needed, you
can use a money transfer
- Make a
minimum of 10% extra for unforeseen expenses
- Two
traveling is cheaper than alone
- Make
sure you always carry cash with you for a taxi ride, overnight and
something to eat. Certainly in the poor countries it is useful to
have cash on hand. If you have to pay a bit, then you do not have to
look for a pin machine first
Preparing in advance is of great importance. What else
should you take into account and what should you do beforehand? Make a
list of all the preparations and the steps to be taken. Also, take into
account the time, some things you need to arrange beforehand in
advance.
BOOKING
Many people have previously booked the holiday with the help
of travel agencies and it was not accessible to all. Nowadays it is
usually booked with the help of different portals and mobile apps and you can
quickly get the information you need about the selected places. But you
should not neglect the alternative through the travel agency. Hardly to
believe but sometimes you save so many nerves and when it comes to a very
active holiday with many activities need
to be organized, it is better if someone organized everything for you.
If you have already saved a lot to make the desired holiday,
you should book the flight as early as possible or look for other
alternatives. In the main season these can be really expensive and for
this reason the early you do the better your options. Check to see if your
desired destination requires that your need a visa. If this is the case,
you have to start as early as possible.
Getting tickets
After all the above-mentioned priorities have been complied
with, it will be time to find the right ticket for your trip. You probably
do not want to get the most expensive flight ticket, but rather a cheaper
one. A comprehensive explanation of cheap airline tickets can be found by
doing a simple search online.
Some tips for buying cheap tickets;
- Book
your ticket well in advance
- Be
flexible in your travel dates
- Compare
tickets from multiple providers.
- It may
seem that a complete holiday book is cheaper than just a ticket. So
check out Also, check your
departure options From A to B which may be more beneficial
- Perhaps
2 singles are sometimes a cheaper option.
If you found the flight you were looking for then you can of
course book it. In any case, you are sure that you arrive in the country
of your choice. But after that, planning still does not have to be
settled. Are you required to hold a valid visa for the country of your
choice? Check and check visa information. Whether you need a
visa. You can choose to collect your visa yourself. Keep in mind that
this may be a time-consuming activity. Prepare in advance the requirements
that you must comply with to obtain this visa. This differs by
country. Consider the size of your passport photo, including the
background color of this and the various documents that need to be delivered,
such as a fully completed form with your personal details and copies of your
passport with the correct validity data. But sometimes you also need to
prove that you have a positive bank balance or are specifically asked for your
travel destination.
The accommodation
If you decided to go to a country, you should look for
suitable accommodations.
Besides hotels, there are many holiday
houses, campsites or apartments . If you want to
be pampered, then you should look for a good hotel. If one can dispense
with the comfort of a hotel and cooks on the vacation then an apartment
or a holiday house may be the right choice. Vacation apartments are
usually a bit cheaper than hotels, even more can saved when of
course you use a campsite. Camps have a very special atmosphere,
which many people like very much. You cannot expect a lot
of comfort, but if you have a small budget, you will also have great
fun during your camping holiday.
For what you always decide, when booking you should pay
attention to the location and the reviews of
other guests. The period for which the accommodation is
to be booked should also be agreed with the offers on arrival and
departure.
THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE LEAVING
Flight Tickets
Verify that your name and flight data are correct. The
name on the ticket must be the same as the one in your passport. Of course
you have already checked if the destination on the ticket, to be sure if it is
correct. There are cases known where the destination look same, but the
destination with the same name was in a completely different country. It
would be very annoying if you go to Australia and then get out of Sydney,
Canada.
Be aware that always something unexpected can happen when
traveling and / or during your trip. You always hope that this will not
happen to you, but if you are robbed and all your papers are stolen this may
get very annoying. It would be very wise of your if you save your papers
digitally in advance, you can at least send copies and make things a little
easier and faster. For example,
these digital copies can just be saved in your email. Importantly, you can
come across your email anywhere in the world and thus your documents.
Passport
Make sure your passport is valid for a long time, a passport
must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after returning from your trip, as some
countries require this. If your passport is not valid enough long enough
or you think it's wise to apply for a new passport, it is important to arrange this
first. Consider application time. If you have already applied for a
visa, this is almost always linked to your passport number. If you are
requesting a new passport after a visa application, you will most likely have
to apply for a new visa. In any case, please contact the instance from
which you obtained the visa and explain your problem to them.
If you use personal information during your trip, make sure
your information is always correct with the information listed in your
passport. If you do not do this, you may be having trouble booking flights
or other travel matters.
Visa
Before leaving, it will be necessary to apply for a visa for
your destination. Now there are countries where you do not have to apply
for a visa in advance. You can then get to the border (buy) or no visa is
required at all. If a visa appears to be necessary in advance, but you do
not own it, you will not enter the country and will have to go back home with
all the consequences.
If you plan to travel for longer, it may happen that it is
not possible to request all visas in advance. You will then request your
visa in the country, if you stay at that moment before traveling. Always
check if this is possible. Usually it is possible to request a visa for
surrounding countries.
Money
A few years ago it was still customary to travel with a
stack of travelers checks. This time has passed and the credit card is
taking over at a rapid pace. It is highly recommended to travel with at
least one credit card. MasterCard and VISA are generally accepted
everywhere. If you want more security, you can always take both types of
cards and you can almost always pay. Note that, for example, in Asia,
there are countries where you cannot pay by credit card outside of major
tourist cities.
So make sure you always spend cash so you can always get a
taxi ride or overnight. We recommend always having local currency, dollars
and / or euros. The choice between Dollars or Euros depends on your
destination and where you prefer. Both currencies are accepted almost
everywhere. Especially in poor countries, people often prefer a hard
currency.
Prepaid credit card If you do not own a credit
card and do not want to apply for it, at MasterCard prepaid credit card is a
good option. These prepaid cards can be obtained from the a bank. There
is a Multi-Currency Card and a Single Currency Card
A number of benefits of a Prepaid credit card
A number of benefits of a Prepaid credit card
- Always
rechargeable
- Has
its own PIN.
- Is not
linked to your bank account (secure)
- To be
used for hotel reservations, airline tickets etc.
Tips for the traveler
When you are traveling, you are actually going to experience
all the things you dreamed and looked forward to. Along the way, travel
issues can always be considered, so keep the news regularly in mind, for
example, to follow the country's travel advice, or it may have changed and / or
been modified.
Golden tip! Always use your common sense during your
journey. If you do not trust something or if something does not feel good,
you should listen to yourself. In case of doubt, apply common sense! Some
tips for a greater travel pleasure;
- Do not
show your name on your luggage, use a label
- Take a
padlock so that your bag or room can be locked with your own
lock. Hotel staff can also be unreliable.
- You
can seal your luggage at the airport, so nobody can pick anything from
your luggage.
- If you
take medication on travel, and it of a large stock. Make sure
the packaging is clear so that there are no misunderstandings about what
you have with you.
- Beware
of bag robbers, especially if you are in a busy place. Avoid hotels
with rooms that have their entrance directly on the street.
- Give
off your money if you get threatened, do not fight with them.
- Ask if
there are neighborhoods that you can better avoid as a tourist.
. Tip, write down your trip or make a few photo books,
collage, slide show of your trip. This is fun for both home-lovers and
yourself, but also an effective processing process. Backpacking can put
your life on top, but it will certainly enrich your life. Travel is
special and will always change and stay positive.
