First, some necessary materials:
1. Passport: Let's not talk about this, just go ahead and apply for it
2. Visa: Passport processing is different in different countries.
there are visa-free ones, such as Jeju Island in Bali. Just fly directly. Landing visa, such as Nepal, Thailand, can go to the local area and then go through the visa formalities at the airport; If you have an e-visa, you can apply directly online and get an e-visa, just print it out. It is worth mentioning that if you are traveling in several countries in succession, you can apply for a visa for the next country while traveling on the way, which is particularly convenient and flexible. When I travel abroad, it's like this. I temporarily decide to go to the next country, and then I can apply for an electronic visa directly online.
There is also the need for paper visas, and some even need to provide all kinds of property flow certificates, face-to-face visas, etc., which are relatively complicated. It is recommended to choose countries and regions with relatively low visa difficulty when traveling abroad for the first time.
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In addition, some countries may need to book hotels in advance for visa processing, so you can book hotels that can get a full refund.
3. Air tickets/train tickets:
It is best to book air tickets about one month in advance. Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the cheaper it is. Those who want to travel abroad by international train also need to buy tickets in advance. When I went to Vietnam, I took the train from Nanning.
4. Credit card: Remember to apply for a visa/mastercard credit card before departure. Some ATMs in some countries and regions also support UnionPay's savings card to withdraw cash, but you must apply for a credit card.
5. Cash: according to my experience, it is generally easier to exchange a certain amount of currency/US dollars in destination countries, such as US dollars and British pounds, so I can exchange some US dollars with me first, and then exchange US dollars for local currencies in destination countries.
To exchange US dollars, you need to make an appointment with the outlets in advance, and the appointment can be made on mobile banking.
2. Materials to be printed/copied:
Copy of passport
Copy of visa
Copy of air ticket
Copy of hotel reservation form (optional)
Generally speaking, when you enter the country, you will be asked to show your air ticket for leaving the country/going to the next country. You can print it first. Especially when visiting several countries in a row, it is best to print them in advance, so as to avoid going to the airport and looking for a copy shop in a hurry.
Third, other precautions
Accommodation reservation: If agoda/booking wants to stay in * * * and enjoy the B&B, then when booking on Airbnb
Agoda and booking, find the one with high score. Basically, the scores on these two softwares are very reliable.
TripAdvisor is also acceptable. Of course, if you dislike foreign software websites, there are also some popular places where you can use Ctrip to find hotels.
Travel insurance: AIA/Allianz/Ping An is optional. Personally, I suggest that you must buy good insurance. If the budget is enough, you can buy something with higher price and full service. In case of any unexpected situation, you can contact the embassy and the insurer for help.
Map: Google map is the best way to celebrate Google Map, which is a must for travel
Transportation: Uber；;
If you are going to Southeast Asia, it is really time-saving for Amway to download a grab taxi. Some grab can also ride motorcycles. In Cambodia, it is half cheaper to call a taxi through grab than to stop it on the street by yourself.
Ola takes a taxi. I called a taxi through ola in India.
local food and drink recommendation: TripAdvisor；; This is equivalent to the domestic public comment on beehives and the like, which can basically meet the demand.
flight information query: vertical and horizontal of the flight; You can inquire about all kinds of flights and whether they will be delayed or not.
luggage weight/volume: this point is worth mentioning separately. I always carry a 5-liter backpack. Although I have taken many cheap flights, I have never been asked to weigh it. This backpack is also suitable for the luggage rack of an airplane, which can be used as a reference for everyone.
most low-cost airlines have baggage weight restrictions, so you need to pay attention when buying air tickets. If you are overweight, you need to pay a supplementary fee, which is not cheap.
Necessary items: refer to the necessary items for domestic travel, and you need to pay extra attention to the items such as adapter plugs in different countries.