At the beginning of the year people usually take advantage of the holidays to travel and explore new destinations. Whether among friends or family, enjoying days off to calm your mind is one of the favorite moments among travelers. Therefore, being prepared against unforeseen events is essential to minimize risks.
With that in mind, CORIS, a company specializing in travel insurance, has prepared a list of infallible tips for you to travel safely, both in Brazil and abroad. Check out!
1. make a plan
On a trip, relying on luck is not a good idea. Therefore, the ideal is plan everything very well and preferably well in advance. Among the main items to organize are tickets, accommodation, food, itinerary and travel.
two. Search for the destination
You don’t have to visit a rural village in Asia or a city in the Middle East to encounter cultural differences. Even Western countries, which may look very similar to Brazil, can have major differences in laws and customs, and it’s important to be informed to avoid problems.
Some places prohibit the consumption of alcoholic beverages on public roads, others require you to keep your subway ticket even after using it, in certain places you have to dress in a certain way and so on.
3. Have the documentation at hand
For a safe trip, everyone needs to have the necessary documentation up to date. Separate identification documents (RG, CNH, passport etc), proof of vaccination and even invoices for material goods such as a notebook and camera, if you want to be extra careful.
In a international trip, the passport must be kept safe, preferably inside the hotel safe, to avoid loss and theft. However, you shouldn’t walk the streets of another country without a document, so it’s important to have another type of documentation with a photo and always have a copy of your passport.
4. take exams doctors
Before traveling, a visit to the doctor is recommended, especially for families with young children. Make sure your vaccinations are up to date, as some countries require mandatory vaccinations in their entry regulations. If you are taking any medication, remember to take enough for the days of travel and your doctor’s prescription, if necessary.
5. Inform family and friends about the itinerary
When the trip is already planned, with displacements and hosting defined, it is important to keep family and friends aware of this information. This means that loved ones can follow in your footsteps, facilitating contact in an emergency.
6. Take out travel insurance
This item is essential for a smooth journey. Travel insurance guarantees medical care in case of illness and protects against unforeseen events such as lost luggage.
7. stay connected
With the facilities of technology, it is very easy to stay connected anywhere in the world. As international roaming tends to be expensive, there are other cheaper ways to make calls and use the internet, such as international SIM cards. As a result, if it is necessary to ask for help or inform family members about something, the traveler will be able to do so quickly.
8. Carry an emergency kit
Beyond the medicines continuous use or prescribed by the doctor, always have a first aid kit in your bag with basic medicines for palliative and unforeseen care. Food poisoning is always a problem when traveling. Carry medicine for headaches, indigestion, decongestants, etc. in your kit.
9. divide the money
The tip is not to keep all the money in one place. For domestic trips, it is common to use a debit card and cash. As for international travel, CORIS indicates having more payment options such as credit card, prepaid card or even having an international digital account.
10. Pay attention to scams
Small scams with tourists are common in several countries of the world, mainly in the attractions most famous. To avoid this type of situation, discretion and attention is recommended. Speaking loudly in Portuguese, carrying large bags and carrying a camera around your neck demonstrate distraction and make it clear that you are a foreigner, drawing the attention of scammers. It’s also important to keep an eye out for unknown people who act unusually and to avoid giving out personal information, such as where you’re staying.
By Jessica Ferreira
Source: Maxima
I am an experienced author and journalist with a passion for lifestyle journalism. I currently work for Buna Times, one of the leading news websites in the world. I specialize in writing stories about health, wellness, fashion, beauty, interior design, and more. My articles have been featured on major publications such as The Guardian and The Huffington Post.